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Up North~ Authentic 1950 Log Cottage~Gas Fireplace ~Outdoor Fire Pit

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 651 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Purdenville, MI
  • Popular LocationHoughton Lake11 min walk
  • Popular LocationPineview Highlands Golf Course4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouth Higgins Lake State Park22 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)85 min drive

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About the area

Prudenville

At this cottage you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Houghton Lake and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from White Deer Country Club. .Accommodation features free WiFi, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. A sofa bed, a living room and a TV are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 11 min walk
  • White Deer Country Club - 3 min drive
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Quest Golf Club - 11 min drive
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 19 min walk
  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Back Door Saloon - 5 min drive
  • MJ's Eatery - 9 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Up North~ Authentic 1950 Log Cottage~Gas Fireplace ~Outdoor Fire Pit

Road end access to the beautiful Houghton Lake, the largest inland lake in Michigan. Come and enjoy a true "Up North" log cabin getaway. Located on a large wooded lot. Step inside, and feel the stress leave your body, and the relaxation enter. Whether you are a "summer" person, or a "winter" person, or both, this beautiful log cabin will provide you the perfect home base while you enjoy your vacation activities in Houghton Lake.
The Woodland Retreat is a 2 bedroom 1 bath authentic "Up North" log cabin, with gas log fireplace for those cool summer evenings, and those snowy winter nights.
We have a spectacular back garden with grilling, dining area, and fire pit. Plenty of room in garage for your fishing tackle, hunting gear and off road vehicles!
We are situated on 3 lots, so plenty of room, and even though we are in a woodland setting, we are just blocks from M-55, and all of the activities that Houghton Lake has to offer~ Great bars, and dining~ lush green golf courses~ grocery stores, and theaters. There are also great kids activities~ mini golf~ bumper boat racing~ bounce houses~ go carts, and batting cage.
We have road end access, to the amazing Houghton Lake, Michigan's largest inland lake, 20,044 acres, with 30 miles of shoreline known for it's spectacular fishing~ summer, or winter~ walleye, bluegill, crappie, northern pike, large, and small mouth bass, bullhead, and yellow perch.
You don't have to love fishing to love Houghton Lake, boating, swimming, and just sitting on the beach soaking up the warm summer Michigan sun.
Surrounded by State land, and great trails for snowmobiling and cross country skiing.

Property manager

Debra Lauermann

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 550 sq ft (51 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $20 per night

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Up North~ Authentic 1950 Log Cottage~Gas Fireplace ~Outdoor Fire Pit have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Up North~ Authentic 1950 Log Cottage~Gas Fireplace ~Outdoor Fire Pit?

No, Up North~ Authentic 1950 Log Cottage~Gas Fireplace ~Outdoor Fire Pit does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Up North~ Authentic 1950 Log Cottage~Gas Fireplace ~Outdoor Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Up North~ Authentic 1950 Log Cottage~Gas Fireplace ~Outdoor Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice decor with some issues
The property was beautifully decorated and homey. It is a tiny home log cabin with small bathroom. Not a lot of privacy so if going with group make sure you are good with curtains as doors. NO stove and grill did not work, so was disappointed with not being able to actually have ability to cook because thought we'd save money by being able to cook for ourselves. Nice manager/clearers who were understanding about late checkout. Overall nice stay and fireplace was HUGE plus. Is right in town with neighbors close.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The property is very welcoming and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest Little Place
My wife & I took our 2 dogs with us to celebrate our 24th anniversary. The comfort of the cabin as you pull up & walk in is fantastic! The outside is pleasantly decorated with plenty of room for parking. Once you walk in, the decor keeps on going. From nice log furniture to a BEAUTIFUL stone fireplace with a gas log for a perfect fire every Tim to quilted blankets. The bedrooms are small but very comfortable beds. Roku TV, full size refrigerator, and a toaster oven. The only disappointments would be that there was no stove, the bathroom was VERY small and the running water was not good (had an odor and tasted bad). The outside had a really nice fire pit and was landscaped well. The cabin is about a 10 minute walk down to the lake (which is beautiful!). The owner of the property was extremely helpful with letting my wife and I know about some of the better restaurants in the area as well as other amenities. Overall, it was the best place I have stayed for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
Great cabin vety cozy walking distance to the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cabin, perfect for a weekend, get away.
Just what we needed! Small 2 bed cabin, fireplace, and garage!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter get away
We absolutely loved this place and had a wonderfully relaxing week!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Little Cabin
The little cabin had a lot of charm and the host provided pretty much everything we needed (we particularly appreciated a well-stocked kitchen of pans, dishes, etc). There isn’t a lot privacy - it’s small and the walls are thin. But it had just the woodsy vibe we wanted at a great price, and we were able to fit ourselves and four small children in for a nice week of hanging out, skiing, and swimming at a nearby indoor pool. We would be happy to return and stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family overnight
We had a great stay in the cabin. It was super cute and cozy. We weren’t there for very long but would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ann I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay February 2nd and 3rd
Very cute cabin, but a few things were disappointing. There are no doors on the two bedrooms, just curtains that hang to about a foot off the floor. The double bed is wedged into a corner, so my husband was against the wall and had a very difficult time in the night getting up to go to the bathroom. The bathroom was terrible. Barely enough room to sit on the toilet, & no room for toiletries, like blow dryer/makeup. The water was yellow and smelled. I knew it would be well water, but it was bad. There was an annoying drip in the shower that my husband fixed for our second night. Took one shower & it was very cramped & low water pressure. We ended up sleeping in the twin bedroom the second night so my husband could get out of bed at night. It was very cheap but the cleaning fee was 2x the nightly charge.. If I had known all this I would have paid a higher price for more comfortable accommodations. It is very cute, but they need to either update or let people know about the bathroom and bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024