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Drummond Island Hotel & Vacation Homes - Markus Retreat

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Drummond, MI
  • Williams Nature Preserve
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Drummond Island Yacht Haven
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • The Rock Golf Course
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Drummond Island, MI (DRE)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Drummond Island Hotel & Vacation Homes - Markus Retreat

Pack your bags and bring your boat! Markus Retreat is located within blocks of Fort Drummond Marina and some of the best fishing Drummond has to offer! This beautiful two story home was completely remodeled and tastefully decorated throughout in the Spring of 2021. It is equipped with everything you need for a relaxing vacation with the privacy of a home-away-from-home. Located on S. Ellis Rd, off of S. Whitney Bay Rd, on a quiet dead end. This home is within walking distance of Whitney Bay and Fort Drummond Marina. If you enjoy peaceful strolls, head east to S. Popular Rd where you can stroll through the woods on a road less traveled. This home is perfect for Salmon fishermen, jeepers and nature lovers of all kind.

The open floor plan is perfect for family gatherings! It features a living area, dining and spacious, well-stocked kitchen. There is also a separate laundry room. There are four Smart TVs for you to log into your own personal streaming services (Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, Sling, etc.) to watch all your favorite shows. Or head outdoors to relax on the deck or around the firepit. The main floor bedroom features a full bed. The main floor bath has a tub/shower combo. Bedroom two is located upstairs with a large open layout, offering a king bed, queen bed and a Chaise for additional sleeping. The shared large upstairs bath features a tub/shower combo.
· If you are making this reservation within 24 hours of arrival please call for check in instructions.
· Check-In after 4 PM. Check-Out by 9 AM. Check in at Drummond Island Hotel & Vacation Homes at
34834 S Townline Road. We will provide you with keys & directions.
· Any fees associated with processing a credit card will NOT be refunded if you cancel your reservation.
· Pets welcome. Pet reservation is required. Please read our Pet Policy. Two Dog max. A $50 per pet fee
will be added by Property Manager.
· All reservations have a 30 Day Cancellation Policy.

Property manager

Drummond Island Hotel & Vacation Homes
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Drummond Island

Drummond Island is home to this holiday home. Drummond Island Yacht Haven and The Rock Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Williams Nature Preserve.
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Drummond, MI

What's nearby

  • Williams Nature Preserve - 20 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Drummond Island Yacht Haven - 22 min drive - 16.9 km
  • The Rock Golf Course - 27 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Sandy Cove - 60 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Les Cheneaux Islands - 73 min drive - 48.2 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪De Tour Village Inn - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Esther's Authentic Mexican Food - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Drummond Island Teepee - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gourmet Galley - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dinghy's - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Drummond Island Hotel & Vacation Homes - Markus Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Drummond Island Hotel & Vacation Homes - Markus Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drummond Island Hotel & Vacation Homes - Markus Retreat?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Drummond Island Hotel & Vacation Homes - Markus Retreat located?

Situated in Drummond Island, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Huron and within 12 miles (20 km) of Williams Nature Preserve and Drummond Island Yacht Haven. The Rock Golf Course and Sandy Cove are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Drummond Island

We had a wonderful stay! This is a very quiet and secluded location. The house was super clean and the beds were very comfortable. We got so much rest, enjoyed the fire pit and porch and some quality family time exploring, and fishing around the island. Thanks for a great long weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

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

Great vacation spot

Good location very clean and we even had a deer visit us multiple times a day .it was such a cool place that I am looking to purchase a cabin on the island
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful property. Cant wait to stay there again

Easy rental. Everything we needed was provided
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Markus retreat

We had thoroughly relaxing stay. Everything was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Nice little place to stay

Nice visit. First time on the island!! House has anything you could imagine.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey H.

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

Quiet and Clean

The Markus Retreat was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and all of the amenities that were provided. It was a quiet and peaceful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie W.

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

Mini vacation

Very nice house, clean and had everything you need for a comfortable stay. Only downfall was that we thought it would be closer to water with beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Amazing

Lovely property. Beautiful house. Nicely decorated! Perfect for my family and our dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad D., Royal Oak, MI

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

Quiet, comfortable home on Drummond

Our family really enjoyed our stay at the Markus retreat. It is perfectly sized for 4-5 people, and has most everything you'll need. You'll have to drive most anywhere you want to go (grocery, restaurant, beaches, etc), but that was fine with us.... While there it was very quiet and laid back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D., Coldwater, mi

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

Cute Clean Cottage

We enjoyed our stay here. We lacked nothing -stocked well with linens, paper goods and kitchen items. The reception on the TV was not great. We had trouble finding the road as there was no road sign. The rental itself was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Edward J.

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

Markus Retreat

Very clean and recently updated house. water even filtered in a pitcher did not taste good. Very nice people to deal with. Deer visited daily for apples.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iliana S.

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

Beautiful and relaxing

This house is set in a beautiful, peace and quiet location. It is nicely decorated, spacious, very comfortable. We are a family with two teenagers, there was lots of room for us to do something together or do our own individual thing if we wanted to. There is no air conditioning, but lots of windows to open and fans to turn on. We stayed during the second half of July, there was no problem. Bring your 4x4 or any off-road vehicle to experience the island fully. A wonderful area for the nature lovers. Watch for the pots, pans, plates, etc. Apparently nobody is responsible for cleaning or checking those, we had a lot of dirty items in the cupboards. No dishwasher either.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

Quiet Retreat

We had deer visiting almost every day. I saw many more when I went for a run. Near enough to the marina to walk - where we took our grandchildren to fish. Pleasant home with many extras (toys and games) for the kids to play with. A small movable dishwasher on wheels would have been a nice touch so we didn't have to do dishes while on vacation. Like others have posted, the water was very hard. Suggest guests bring bottled water or a Berkey (we did both). As many kitchen items as there were, there were no measuring cups. All in all very enjoyable and we would go there again. The street does not have a name on it, and the house does not have a number. We suggest the owner take steps to provide both. We actually had a UPS delivery made there and the driver fortunately found us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Incredible and peaceful property!

The property is fantastic and so peaceful! At dawn and dusk you can wake up to the sounds of loons on either side of the property and there is all kinds of wildlife nearby. The closeness of the Marina is a real plus as well, although it can get very crowded at certain times of the day. The inside of the house is in fantastic condition! The beds were extremely comfortable, which is never expected but always a huge positive! The entire space is appointed nicely - the owners clearly put a lot of effort into the site. There were a couple of unwelcome surprises: 1) none of the TVs were set up at all, although I fixed that for most of them so they should work now, and 2) when you drive up to the property it is extremely nerve-wracking because the driveway pull up to two parked RVs and and a mobile home, all within 200 feet. We were originally not sure if they were being used or if we were in the wrong place. None were occupied while we were there, but some notice before hand would have saved a bit of concern from the family. It is a really excellent property in a great location (minus the note above) and I highly recommend staying here. There are some fantastic touches in the house as well, like the hosts providing K-cups for the coffee maker (so good!!) and such!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Location

Overall good place to stay

House was neat and clean. Only complaints are that the water had a bit of a smell to it and very limited parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Gregory R.

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

Nice Drummond Island getaway

Nicely appointed house that was available for a last-minute getaway on Drummond Island. Quiet and secluded, with an easy walk to the water - saw many deer and could hear loons at dusk and dawn. The neighboring trailer and houses across the drive were a bit of a concern when we first pulled in, but all was quiet and no problems. We even found out the people across the drive work at the marina and were very friendly. Bring extra soap and shampoo - the water is very hard and the provided soaps didn't last long.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Great Place

It was a very nice place to stay. Quiet setting in the woods and very close to the marina where we kept our boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Deborah P.

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

This house is so stinkin cute!

This house was truly adorable. It was fully stocked, clean and comfortable. There was everything we needed for our stay with a few extra touches. They even put out cute bowls for my dog! Definitely would stay again! And, I hope this gets a good rating, I never give a perfect score because there's always room for improvement, but I had no issues and they were all super friendly and available!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Jenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice

Nice place. Lots of space, clean house... pictures show water in the background, but no lake access.

6/10 Okay

Amanda M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

short getaway

Driving across the island to check in is a pain especially for someone pulling a trailer. Punch code lock entry is a good way for people to enter when they arrive. The driveway was hard to navigate also with a trailer and just for future with people bringing toys and extra cars it could get even worse we only had a truck and trailer. Hard water filters for the shower heads would be nice, and the house was pretty filthy I wiped everything that was touched with Clorox wipes and I was pretty disgusted honestly. The house is cute and has a lot of potential just better cleaning I have a dog but didn't bring ours and I did not appreciate having other animals fur all over my clothes. Clearly the house wasn't cleaned well before we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

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

Clean, updated, spacious

We loved our stay at this property. The house was just as described, super clean, and updated throughout. We took our dog and loved the fully gated front deck. There were even cute bowls for his food and water. Lots of widows, ceiling fans, and two portable fans. Plenty of supplies and comfy furnishings. A few suggestions: the upstairs tub was super slippery so be careful, parking was not marked and a little confusing, and unless you are good with well water make sure to bring lots of bottled water (there was a water filter pitcher provided too). We would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

C B.

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

Great property.

So quiet and peaceful
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

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