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Lovely Riverfront Home

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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Marquette, MI
  • Ojibwa Casino Marquette
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Marquette Mountain
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Northern Michigan University
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely Riverfront Home

Our home is on the banks of the Chocolay River and just over 2 miles by car from Lake Superior. The city bike path can be joined 1 mile down the road. Extensive hiking, mountain biking and snowshoeing trails are about 10-15 minutes away. We have river kayaks for your use, and depending on the water level and log jams, it is a 2 or 3 hour paddle downriver to either a take out spot or Lake Superior, depending on how far you’d like to go. We are located 12 minutes from downtown Marquette and 40 minutes from Munising and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

We like to fish, hike, ski and mountain bike, so we have space to store your bikes, rods and ski gear inside the garage during your stay.

There is Wi-Fi available and a 65” 4K smart tv in the great room. There is one queen bed with a flat screen television in the room, plenty of closet space and a desk for your use. The other bedroom has two twin beds a large dresser and places to hang clothes as well as benches for your duffels.

The entire ground floor is yours, approximately 2,000 square feet with a beautiful view of the river and large windows in every room. It is very spacious and light.

We reside upstairs but you have your own entrance into the house from the attached garage and a separate entrance out of the garage into the back yard. You have access to the grill, fire pit and wood, picnic table, yard games, lawn chairs, patio, river and kayaks in the back yard.

Please see our list of amenities for more information.

Property manager

Dennis Bell

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Property owner allows kids 6 years and above
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*Chocolay Township has regulations covering short-term rentals. These may be viewed at https://----------------

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Marquette

Located in Marquette, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Marquette Maritime Museum and Marquette Harbor Light. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marquette, MI

What's nearby

  • Ojibwa Casino Marquette - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • UP Health System - Marquette - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Marquette Mountain - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 15 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ojibwa Casinos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dry Dock Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ore Dock Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blackrocks Brewery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Riverfront Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Riverfront Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Riverfront Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Riverfront Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lake Superior and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ojibwa Casino Marquette and Ojibwa Casino II. Lake Superior Roadside Park and Upper Peninsula Children's Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Michigan UP vacation

Beautiful and relaxing property with outstanding hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jim k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and quiet

Beautiful setting, very relaxing. Owners we’re great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Cozy

Very accommodating and generous owners. Great location for day trips. Beautiful scenery. A very relaxing and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem of a location!

Very well appointed & spacious property with tons of amenities. Clean & comfortable and in a beautiful location outside of Marquette. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect UP Family Getaway

My family and I had the most amazing trip to Michigan's Upper Peninsula! Polly and Dennis were amazing hosts and the home is even more beautiful and clean then pictured. I highly recommend this property to anyone traveling to the Marquette area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kathy l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home!

This home is beautiful, very comfortable and clean. Great location and close to downtown area. Polly the host is a sweetheart! Will be returning for sure as our son lives close by!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT home base!

Polly & Dennis have a beautiful, welcoming, relaxing place! They were wonderful to work with! We will definitely stay there next time we visit the UP! However, we will stay a little longer so we have more time to enjoy their beautiful home ;-)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful! So peaceful...

Enjoyed every minute. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Oak Park, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The accommodations were lovely and comfortable. Lots to do and see close by!

Dennis and Polly made us feel at home and were generous beyond our expectations. They even let us use their kayaks on the river and picked us up at the end of our trip! We loved relaxing by the river. We enjoyed Playing pool, watching TV, and taking a sauna after spending the day at nearby Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore! We hope to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond Expectations!

Our recent stay at this property went far beyond our expectations. The location is perfect for many adventures in the beautiful U.P. The living space is very comfortable and cozy. We enjoyed the indoors as much as the outdoor amenities. And the hosts, Dennis and Polly are amazing people. They made sure our experience was top notch!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Green Bay, Wi. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer/4th of July & another great visit!

We have visited Polly & Dennis’s beautiful home/property several times. They are wonderful hosts & are now friends. We are sad each time we have to leave. Even with a few days of poor weather, we found things to do & still enjoyed being there. We look forward to the next time we return to Lion’s Leap.😊👍☀️
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very accommodating, friendly and A+ hospitality

This VRBO was just as described and the hosts were outstanding! Despite the fact that they lived in the upper level, we had our privacy both inside and outside. We had plenty of room inside and our own private entrance. We enjoyed kayaking on the river, fishing, playing bags and nightly campfires. It felt as though we were on a resort and had the whole area to ourselves. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joylyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Scenery and Great Location

We had great communication from the owners before our stay to help us plan activities that we would be able to do at the time of year in advance. We really appreciated all the helpful hints. The space was very clean and my kids loved playing pool. There was even a treat for us to eat. It was chilly when we were there and it was great to relax in the sauna at the end of the day after hiking in the area. We are hoping to stay here again during a different season.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

As first time users to VRBO, we hit the jackpot with this property and the hosts are amazing Polly & Dennis made us feel so welcome and were always available to answer any questions. Even though they do reside on the main floor of the home, we still had plenty of privacy. We gave them 5 stars and they deserved every one. The only issue we had was VRBO itself. There were a few issues through them that had nothing to do with the property owners that eventually worked out, but made us a bit nervous right before our vacation. Our family had a great time and our stay with them exceeded our expectations. We hope to book with them again soon. Thanks again Dennis & Polly!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linnea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish this was my home!

This property and owners are lovely. Everything is immaculate. We were warmly welcomed and treated so well. This is the best experience we have had staying when the owners are also onsite. The backyard is gorgeous; having stayed in summer we certainly were at peak time though I imagine it is beautiful year round.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene

Just perfect and so peaceful. Pond and fire were magic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Epic Winter Adventure Spot

Perfect base camp for four adults. Sauna great for end of the day after long hikes. Hosts are very accommodating and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Green Bay, Wi. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & Cozy Winter Get-Away

We’ve stayed at Dennis & Polly’s a few times, now. They are always so kind & welcoming. This was our first winter stay there. We came to the area to snowmobile. After a day on the trails, we came back to enjoy their beautiful home. The fireplace took away the chill & the sauna was very relaxing, after a day of riding, in the cold temps. It is so beautiful in all seasons!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Polly and Dennis are amazing hosts with a beautiful property. The only suggestion I have would be to have a door to the basement that could lock for security and peace of mind for guests. Although we felt safe, the way the world “operates” today that extra piece of privacy would be a great addition to the property especially staying with children.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Marquette Home

Had an incredible stay. The accommodations were lovely and Polly and Dennis are amazing hosts. Made us feel like family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best hosts!

Dennis and Polly were the best hosts imaginable! They gave us information and helped us with everything. From deciding where to hike, to lighting an evening fire for roasting marshmallows. The property is gorgeous. We didn't quite realize that it was an upstairs/downstairs arrangement, but we would probably have been lost without them. All in all, we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don’t Miss This One

Our stay was fantastic. The property is beautiful, the accommodations are more than adequate, and we can’t say enough about the owners. From the date of booking, communication was clear and they went out of their way to welcome us and to make sure we had everything we needed. Staying at their property was like staying with family (family that you like 😊). We definitely recommend this place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin R., Berkley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, even better hosts

We had a great stay at Dennis and Polly's place. The property is well-appointed and spacious and they were super helpful in finding hikes, rides, beaches and restaurants. The outdoor space is just what we were hoping for in a UP vacation. Great view of wildlife in the river and yard and great place for star-gazing. Hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Green Bay, Wi. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, Cozy, & Beautiful Location

We had a wonderful stay at Lions Leap. Polly & Dennis were so accommodating & are such nice hosts. My family cannot say enough good things about it!! Such a cozy, comfortable, & clean retreat. The property is so peaceful & beautiful!! We cannot wait to come back!! Thank you so much Polly & Dennis.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Getaway

We decided to go to see the Eben Ice Caves and do some winter hiking for our anniversary and found this little treasure in the process! Polly and Dennis could not have been more kind and welcoming. They offered suggestions for places we might like to see as well as places to eat. We arrived late but had a note with instructions and a heated garage to park our car in. This was nice because it snowed quite a bit. Polly left us a lovely anniversary treat!!! The view from our bedroom and the main living area looks over a wooded area. We saw eagles and wild turkeys. The location was convenient to all of the places we wanted to visit. We could not have been more relaxed and comfortable for our trip. We can hardly wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dennis Bell

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We love outdoor wildlife and spending time in the out-of-doors.

Why they chose this property

Ideally located between Marquette and Munising. Abundant wildlife and access to attractions.

Languages:

English, Spanish