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Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure

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Smart TV
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Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

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Skandia, MI
  • Popular LocationOjibwa Casino Marquette19 min drive
  • AirportMarquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)20 min drive
  • Popular LocationLakenenland Sculpture Park23 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorthern Michigan University25 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure

Comfortable, clean, private duplex, just 15 minutes from Marquette.

Surrounded by woods and next to Camp 4 Road (a gateway to snowmobiling, overlanding, and adventure mountain biking), this is a perfect place to stay if you’re looking for a gateway to adventure or a tranquil place to stay while still being just a few minutes from all that Marquette and the central Upper Peninsula have to offer.

You’ll enjoy high speed WiFi, in-unit washer and dryer, a well-appointed kitchen, and more.

The Space:

This comfortable, clean, private duplex connects to the other unit through a garage, so you have privacy and silence.

While it doesn't fit into any hip description of style or trendy architecture, it's well maintained, wonderfully comfortable, and surrounded by beautiful Upper Peninsula woods.

The living room has two couches (one of which is a queen fold-out sleeper sofa), a coffee table, a smart TV, and a dedicated work desk. The drawers under the television have a variety of games and other fun things to do if you're stuck inside on a rainy or snowy afternoon.

The kitchen has a table to seat 6, a full-size range and oven, stainless steel sink, full-size refrigerator, and ample selection of cutlery, silverware, pots, pans, strainers (we stayed in an vacation rental without a strainer, once...), and cooking essentials. Coffee, tea, and a few basic instant meals (think ramen) are provided to tide you over until you can get to a grocery store.

The full bathroom has towels and wash cloths for 6, a basic assortment of toiletries, bug spray, med kit items, and other essentials.

The master bedroom has a king bed and a second smart television, along with a large closet, iron, ironing board, ceiling fan, oscillating floor fan, and laundry basket.

The second bedroom has a double bed, smaller closet, oscillating fan, and children's toys and books.

In the unfinished basement, you'll find a full-sized washer and dryer.

The backyard has a small deck, propane grill, and fire pit, all of which are shared with the other unit.

There is paved parking for one car in front of the garage, along with ample parking in the gravel, plowed areas for other vehicles and trailers. The driveway is a pull-through, U-shaped drive that connects with the neighboring duplex, making it easy to manage a snowmobile or 4-wheeler trailer.

The internet is a 300 MBPS symmetrical fiber optic connection that's distributed by a WiFi router. If you're looking for a serene place to work remotely, this is it!

Guest Access:

You have private, full access to the entire 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplex unit, including the unfinished basement with your own washer and dryer.

The garage is between the two units in this duplex, so there isn't a shared wall between you and the other unit. Please note that you do not have access to the garage.

The driveway, deck, backyard, propane grill, and fire pit are shared between the units.

Other Things To Note:

Most importantly, we know you're on vacation and are paying a modest cleaning fee. We'll ask you to wash your dishes and clean up any real messes in the kitchen, but we'll do the rest.

In the winter, we hire out the plowing and snow clearing. Our plow guys are fantastic and get to us as fast as they can, but there may be times when there is some notable snow on the ground before they arrive. The same goes for Yalmer Road.

The house is about 15 minutes from Marquette, 20 minutes from the hospital, 25 minutes from the NMU campus, and 45 minutes from Munising and the Pictured Rocks. It's a wonderful gateway to adventure and exploration in the U.P.!

Property manager

Jeremy Vore

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Skandia

Located in Skandia, this vacation home is in a rural area. Lake Superior and Laughing Whitefish Falls State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Maritime Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Ojibwa Casino Marquette - 19 min drive
  • Marquette Mountain - 22 min drive
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 23 min drive
  • Lakenenland Sculpture Park - 23 min drive
  • Northern Michigan University - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ojibwa Casinos - 20 min drive
  • A & M Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Sturgis Saloon - 4 min drive
  • Angry Beaver Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Retreat in the Woods & Gateway to Adventure located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Upper Peninsula Children's Museum, Marquette Regional History Center, and Ojibwa Casino Marquette. Laughing Whitefish Falls State Park and UP Health System - Marquette are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyson S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable & Quiet
The property was as advertised and great communication from the owner. The location worked well for our visit with our college student at NMU. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A., Sparta,Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Very well appointed, modern, clean, excellent wi-fi connection. Comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, quiet location
What a beautiful and quiet place to stay in the woods. Easy check-in, great communication and a clean, well stocked home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Very clean beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Jeremy and Cassandra are great hosts and worked hard to make our stay the best it could be.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely experience
We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Way better than tent camping and had everything we needed for the weekend. Host communication was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S., Neponset IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
6 of us stayed 9 nights for a cousins reunion. We are all in our 70's and everything was great.The description stated a futon but none (so they quickly provided a roll away bed) Thank you! Also B is located on the side of the duplex so it was a short walk from the car with luggage. We are already talking about renting again next year because they could not have been more accomodating. Thank you Jermey and Cassandra.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Son's wedding weekend
Place was clean and stocked just as described. Mosquitoes were so bad the owners even provided an assortment of bug repellent...was an awesome weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Great location, very clean, if you’re looking for a secluded place, this is it! Highly recommend, also highly recommend A&M cafe for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023