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Four seasons of fun! Beach days, campfires, snowmobile, snowshoe, x-country ski

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Living area
Exterior
Dining
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 463.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Marquette, MI
  • Lake Superior Roadside Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lakenenland Sculpture Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ojibwa Casino Marquette
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

The loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Four seasons of fun! Beach days, campfires, snowmobile, snowshoe, x-country ski

This is a 1 bedroom fully furnished upper level apartment with an extra loft area bedroom above the main living area, the carriage house sleeps up to 4 people. This space is very cozy and small (20X30ft). It is off the sandy shores of Lake Superior (approximately 250 ft. from the water), which has incredible sunsets. There is air conditioning and wi-fi for your pleasure during your stay, however we do not have cable tv. We have a slow recovering well on and old salt aquifer that has some tannins in it so we ask that you use the water consciously. For your drinking and cooking we offer a 5 gallon water cooler. There is a grill and fire pit to use when the beach is too windy for fires. This is a family friendly place to stay, most dogs are welcome with permission however we do charge a non refundable $75 fee per dog (no more than two dogs at a time.) We are located on the main snowmobile trial network in the U.P. so you can park and ride right from here! We have a few backcountry ski trails right on our property so bring your skis or snowshoes! Located 7 miles east of Harvey, 12 miles east of marquette and 29 miles west of munising. The U.P. is known for snowmobile and Skiing fun! We are about 15 miles from Marquette Mountain ski hill. There are miles upon miles of mountain biking and hiking trails just outside this wonderful spot. Come stay here for your next adventure!!

Property manager

Robin Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
$50 fee per dog 2 dogs maximum
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ask if you have any extra guests. It’s tight with 6 adults but it’s easy to add an air mattress to the loft for perhaps another one or two travelers.
4 night minimum stay

Important information

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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

About the area

Marquette

Located in Marquette, this cottage is on the beach. Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Tory's Woods Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider 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

  • Lake Superior Roadside Park - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lakenenland Sculpture Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ojibwa Casino Marquette - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 18 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 19 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ojibwa Casinos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ojibwa Casino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Senors Food Trucks - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Four seasons of fun! Beach days, campfires, snowmobile, snowshoe, x-country ski pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Four seasons of fun! Beach days, campfires, snowmobile, snowshoe, x-country ski?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Four seasons of fun! Beach days, campfires, snowmobile, snowshoe, x-country ski?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Four seasons of fun! Beach days, campfires, snowmobile, snowshoe, x-country ski located?

This family-friendly Marquette cottage is located on the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Superior, Lake Superior Roadside Park and Lakenenland Sculpture Park. Ojibwa Casino Marquette is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 68 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Cozy stay

Great location and a hospitable host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Comfort near the beach

Comfortable stay just steps from a stunning, almost deserted beach on Lake Superior.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff O.

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

Great Location

Excellent getaway locations on the shores of Lake Superior. Host was awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We had such a fantastic stay at this adorable carriage house. This is a perfect location if you choose to spend the day relaxing at the beach just steps away from the house, see the pictured rocks, go hiking or explore one on of the areas waterfalls. The host Robin was amazing and we cannot wait to visit again nect summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Great location, wonderful host

We had a great time staying at this property in Marquette. The beach was very close and very nice. Robin was an excellent host, so nice and so helpful. Our kids enjoyed playing with her children. The carriage house was cute and comfortable. We were very happy with our stay and would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan S.

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

Great location for exploring Marquette/Munising!

Property as described! Robin and her family live in a separate house on the property but the carriage house is completely private and cozy. 15 minutes to downtown Marquette and 30-40 minutes to Munising/Pictured Rocks. We came for the fall foliage (we were a little on the late side; Robin said the second weekend in October is best), but we still had a lot of great color and hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb K., Kalamazoo MI United States

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

Perfect spot to stay in the UP

Nice place right by the lake with a friendly host and all the basics covered. Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Short vacay

Nice little place near Lake Superior.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Convenient location for exploring the UP

Situated between Marquette and Munising, this carriage house was the perfect place to crash after long days of breweries, waterfalls, and hiking. There is an upper loft perfect for younger kids and one bedroom with a nice AC unit. The living room had two decent couches that our dog loved to sleep on. The kitchen was a little small but enough room to cook. There was also a deck balcony we would end every day listening to the waves. We had easy access to the lake with a short walk from the house. Robin was a great host and provided everything we needed along with tips on all the recommendations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy w., Traverse City, MI

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

Perfect!

We came for the beach & it did not disappoint! It’s beautiful, quiet, perfect for long walks. The Coach house is cozy & comfortable. Close to local attractions yet secluded. Robin is lovely; helpful & accessible. We will return❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Our Paradise Vacation

We absolutely loved EVERYTHING about our stay! Our stay far exceeded our expectations! Robin was an amazing hostess and shared many things to do and see in the area. The cabin was impeccable. Our teenager and friend loved their own personal space in the loft. The deck and lakefront were perfect for stargazing and relaxation. Our dog Maisie loved being able to roam freely and have a friend to play with! We look forward to our next stay! So beautiful and peaceful.... everything we could have asked for and more!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

Great Location for the price

Robin was friendly and prompt with communication and any issues we had. The kitchen is a bit small for a formal cooking space and there was a lack of a decent knife for chopping ingredients, (Id recommend prepping at home and bringing the ingredients up if you are set on making a meal there) other than that the propery was as advertised and we were able to do plenty of hiking and brewery tours during the day and wandered to the beach to watch the stars over the frozen lake at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C., MI - Alpena

The Carriage House had everything we needed.

It was clean, warm and cozy for the holiday. The beach is beautiful. I was concerned about not having cable TV, (my husband is addicted) but we brought lots of great movies and with the Wi-Fi, accessed news and lots of old TV shows on our laptop. We spent the mornings watching old reruns of My Three Sons. It was great to see the old shows and it brought back memories of the good old days. We had a great time. Thank you, Robin and Josh
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2015

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

Great Vacation!

My husband and two children (10 & 8) really enjoyed our stay at this property. We have been to the UP many times, but this was probably our favorite location. The beach was very private and a short walk from the house. We met the owner of the property and several family members. They were super nice, and you could tell they definitely loved the property! We spent as much time on the beach as we could, but when the weather wasn't as nice we went to Marquette and Munising. In Munising, we did the Pictured Rock Boat Cruise. Definitely worth seeing. There was a lot to do in Marquette. We went to several museums and restaurants. Both places are not too far of a drive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

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

Cabin Memories

I used to stay at Robin’s property when I was a kid with my family. We loved coming up to vacation in this beautiful place and visit with Robin and her family so very much, that we continued to come back for many years. I reconnected with Robin on social media a few years ago, and found that the quaint blue carriage house was still for rent. I booked a week long stay for my daughter and I, and we came up for our visit toward the end of August, 2024. She and I had such wonderful time, my favorite trip to date! Robin and her family take excellent care of their land and cabin, and it truly shows. The carriage house was very clean, organized, came with helpful amenities, and was overall a perfect fit for us. The location is amazing as you have access to various different activities nearby. We did the Pictured Rocks tour, explored waterfalls, climbed the rocks at Presque Isle, traveled to the Thunder Bay Inn in Big Bay, saw the Ore Docks, went sight seeing, and shopped around downtown Marquette and Munising. One of my favorite things to do is walk up and down the Lake Superior Shoreline of Robin’s property, where there are beautiful sunrises, and sunsets. We looked for cool rocks and enjoyed the breathtaking scenery. I could not recommend a better location and person to be your host. I cherish this place, and hold it close to my heart. Thank you Robin, for allowing us to add more wonderful memories to our lives. We will be back for many years to come!💜🌲🌅🌊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melisa C., Hoffman Estates

Pretty and "Pet Friendly," Relaxing Retreat

This property is in a very pretty and relaxing setting, just a short walk from the beach. The views and sounds by day and night are calming and we truly appreciated being able to bring our dogs (there is a pet cleaning fee). Robin and Joshua are friendly and responsive and go out of their way to make sure guests have what they need. But you may want to bring some extra bottled water if you drink a lot of water, as what you get from the sink is well water and salty. They have a water cooler in the house for use and we went through a couple jugs pretty quickly since we were hiking every day. We stayed here for our anniversary and also while visiting our daughter at NMU. If you are going into Marquette, it's a lot of driving back and forth, and about a 20 minute drive to get into town and the shops, restaurants, etc. We loved Sweet Water Cafe for breakfast and the Steinhaus and Lagniappe were good for dinner. Munising is not too far the opposite direction if you are looking to try restaurants and sites away from Marquette. Definitely make time to walk down the beach and see the eagle's nest, drive to Pictured Rock's Lake shore and hike Hogback Mountain and Dead River Falls. Especially in the Fall. We enjoyed sitting on the deck at night and viewing the stars and also the fire pit outside where there was plenty of wood. We also appreciated Robin's attention to details on things like coffee filters, hangers, super soft-clean sheets, a lot of extra pillows and towels in the house. Thanks for a very nice and relaxing week in a lovely home-away-from-home!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

We would

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Bliss

As a family we enjoyed our stay at Robin’s lovely carriage house. It was everything we needed to recharge and relax. She and her space are gems. The soaring eagles above as we departed was icing on the cake. From time on the beach, the deck, the fire pit, and woods it all will be cherished family memories. We hope to return again, thank you Robin.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirk G.

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

Wonderful

Robin keeps the place clean and there was a surprising number of items left in the pantry for use. The property is pet friendly and our dog seemed very comfortable. The beds were comfy which is always a plus! Robin and her family were fun to hang with for the afternoon; we enjoyed them! Tons of great activities to check out close to the cottage and the beach was absolutely beautiful. Robin and her family did a wonderful job with this property and hopefully we'll be up again soon!! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

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

Lovely Spot Near Marquette

We had a nice stay! Perfect spot for us with our two younger girls that loved the loft space. Everything we needed! The beach is beautiful, sandy & relatively shallow for swimming & playing!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Just the break we needed

Where to begin. The absolute beauty of the lake and the property reassured us that we had made the right decision. The host Robin was absolutely a great host. Any question we had she answered. Any place she recommend was the best. If you go ask her about the Cajun Restaurant she sent us there and the food was great. It was just so nice to veg on the beach or take the short trip into Marquette or Munising. We had a fabulous time. This place is definitely on our do again list. Thank you again Robin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Breathtaking!

My husband I spent 5 nights ,4 days in this cozy carriage house. Everytime we took the short walk to the beach my breath was taken away! The views are incredible, to the sunsets to just watching the water/waves roll in! We went to Marquette and shopped and ate and looked around . Then went the other way to Munising , took a cruise and viewed the Pictured rocks. Seen waterfalls and then went to Miners beach and Miner's Castle! This was absolutely gorgeous, just have to say you can't take a bad picture! Thank you to Robin for letting us stay at your place and giving us a vacation we will never forget! The only thing I wish we would have done was to have a fire on the beach, but we are old, lol and was getting settled in right after the sunsets!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine K.

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

A great time

Lovely beach location. Cozy living space. Near enough to Marquette to make trips into town easy, lots of hikes beaches and trails to choose from
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marty W., Jacksonville, FL USA

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

Comfortable Carriage House on the Shores of Lake Superior

My husband, adult son, Aussiedoodle and I loved our stay in Robin & Tom's comfortable carriage house! Although our 6' son had to walk bent over under the angle of the ceiling, he told us it was the best bedroom he had stayed in during our travels in the UP! The carriage house is clean, well-appointed, with comfortable furniture. The kitchen is tiny, but certainly adequate for our needs! We loved the front deck with the grill, fire pit with chairs to the side, the short walk to a wonderful beach on the shores of Lake Superior, the quick drive to amazing restaurants and breweries in Marquette, but most of all the welcoming hosts! Robin gave us so many excellent recommendations, and we loved meeting her family. Their family dog Maya played in the yard with our dog. They had a blast! The carriage house is perfect for 2, fine for 3 (with an accommodating tall 3rd), & perfect if the 4 includes children who can safely climb the vertical stairs. The house is so clean, and the location perfect. Come enjoy the wonderful hospitality in this beautiful section of the UP!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

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

Amazing Beach

My family and I loved our week at the carriage house!! The beach was absolutely beautiful and the water was so refreshing!! I would recommend this property to anyone interested in a great beach getaway!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Robin Smith

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I was born and raised in Marquette, MI here on this property. I am a licensed hairdresser, licensed Massage therapist and certified Yoga teacher through yoga alliance. Growing up our house was a bed & breakfast, so I "learned the ropes" from my mom. This is a great place to stay if you are looking to engulf yourself in peace and beauty, somewhat disconnecting from our normal everyday busy lives. Our paradise is too magical not to share with the world.

Why they chose this property

Just off the shore of Lake Superior, miles of sandy beach, stargazing, campfires & swimming!! Located on the snowmobile trail, back country cross country skiing, fall colors, the perfect peaceful get-a-way!

What makes this property unique

Located on the main Snowmobile trail network in the U.P. The carriage house is quaint, the perfect getaway, miles of sandy beach to walk and enjoy. A wonderful place to base your U.P. adventure. We live on the property between the carriage house and the lake so if you need anything during your stay we are just next door!

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