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Best Beach on the Keweenaw - Big Traverse Bay on Lake Superior

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View from Lake Superior looking at house and property.
Plenty of lake views and sunrises from these living and dining room windows.
Open living area on first floor.
Fully stocked kitchen.
Woodstove provides quick heat and a cozy setting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lake Linden, MI
  • Houghton County Historical Museum
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Michigan Technological University
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Murphy Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Best Beach on the Keweenaw - Big Traverse Bay on Lake Superior

Located on the east side of the Keweenaw Peninsula, near Houghton and Calumet, this cabin offers panoramic views of Lake Superior and Big Traverse Bay. Often referred to as 'The Waikiki Beach of the Keweenaw Peninsula,' the pure white sand beach is more than 100’ deep and more than three miles long. This cabin's personal beach is over 200' wide with one immediate neighbor.

Year-round 26 x 28 Chalet-style lake house provides 180 degree view of Lake Superior, has central heating, full basement with laundry facilities, full bathroom with shower, and full kitchen. Recent updates include: new sauna, new flooring throughout first floor, tiled bathroom flooring with local Lake Superior pebbles, new twin bunk bed, and kitchen. Available April through early January.
The house's lake side has a 16’ deep x 28' wide deck. Main floor has one bedroom (with bunk bed), bathroom with 5’ shower, and an open concept kitchen, dining, and family room. Family room has a woodburning stove. Interior is lined with Nordic White Spruce tongue and groove paneling imported from Scandinavia--providing a cozy ambiance. Upstairs has two bedrooms; one bedroom has a queen bed and one twin bed, and the large master bedroom has windows overlooking Lake Superior and includes a Queen-size bed. Lie in bed while watching the moon rise over the lake, or--if you're an early riser, watch the sunrise each morning. Basement is well-lit and dry--and has full laundry facilities with washer and dryer; plenty of room to store bikes, skis, etc.

The house is well stocked with amenities to accommodate families (Porta crib, high chair, stroller, toddler life preservers), couples, friends, or someone looking for quiet solitude. There are two kayaks, a SUP (stand up paddle board), and several bikes. The kitchen is fully stocked and is perfect for cooking gourmet meals or something quick and easy.

This property is uniquely situated with a panoramic view of Lake Superior out the front side and a view out the cabin’s backside toward a large wetlands area with lagoon (suitable for canoeing and kayaking) and lots of wildlife: common sitings of bald eagles, sand hill cranes, beaver, geese, ducks, and deer. Great blueberry picking in late summer/early fall on the property, nearby public parks and a pick-your-own blueberry farm just a few miles away. Superb fall colors make autumn a beautiful time to visit.

Woodburning sauna with large changing room, great views of Lake Superior (from within the sauna), and a front patio. Firewood is provided for sauna and for the woodburning stove in the cabin.

Beach is 100+ feet deep and 200 feet wide--providing ample room for almost any kind of beach activity, including volleyball (volleyball net available). Outdoor burn pit on beach, with surrounding benches. Gather around the fire, cook up s'mores, listen to the waves and wildlife. You'll feel that stress fade away.

Please call or email for more photos or for questions about the property or surrounding area.

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Property manager

Todd
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Amenities

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Pet-friendly
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Without specific approval.
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
On the main floor, pet waste goes in the trash.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor smoking is OK. No butts on the ground.
The most important rule is to enjoy your stay!
For everyone's enjoyment, only sand can go in the sand; no food, dirt, rocks, ashes, etc. are to be dumped anywhere on the property.
Do not put sand in the fire ring; use water to extinguish the fire if desired. Beach fires are not allowed as they create a safety hazard and mess.

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
Note from host: Without specific approval.
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Linden

Located in Lake Linden, this cottage is on the beach. Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters and Coppertown USA Mining Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gabriel J Chopp Park and Prospector's Paradise. A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Mine Shaft are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Lake Linden, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton County Historical Museum - 28 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters - 32 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 43 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 44 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 48 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancho's Wild Blueberries - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Beach on the Keweenaw - Big Traverse Bay on Lake Superior pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Best Beach on the Keweenaw - Big Traverse Bay on Lake Superior?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Beach on the Keweenaw - Big Traverse Bay on Lake Superior?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best Beach on the Keweenaw - Big Traverse Bay on Lake Superior located?

This Lake Linden cottage is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Superior, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Thayer Lake and Houghton County Historical Museum. Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters and Brunette Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny K.

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

Amazing!!!

Beautiful place in an amazing location! Great place for a base to go exploring around the peninsula, and to sit back and relax listening to the waves crash on the sandy beach. Awesome hosts, and will have to return at some point in the warmer months!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Amazing Spring Break

Four of us stayed at Todd's place and we had a fantastic time. The views from the house are stunning and the house itself is cute and the perfect size. We walked on the beach, skied from the house after a fresh snow, and enjoyed the sauna along with dips in the icy lake. We were able to easily access cross country ski and hiking trails. Todd was very responsive to our questions. We had an incredible time and highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan N.

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

Grand Traverse Bay

Went to MTU Winter Carnival. 35 min outside Houghton. Great snowshoeing right out the door.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Lovely house and property

We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

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

Lovely for a quick stay

We enjoyed this home on the lakeshore for a quick stay to visit our son - wish it could have been longer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter wonderland

Cabin was the perfect cozy place for a winter getaway. It was great to come back to after enjoying all the snow and winter sports. The view of the lake was beautiful. We loved the wood fired sauna and stove. Beds were comfy. There were a fair amount of annoying big flies which was unexpected in January with subzero temps. Overall a great stay with everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari O.

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

Wonderful Week Getaway

We had a wonderful stay. Everything was very clean, the beds were comfy, and the view was spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Stunning view of Lake Superior

An absolute treasure! I’ve stayed there twice now and had an excellent experience each time. The host is super responsive (replies within 15 mins) and accommodating. Looking forward to going back in the New Year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Superior Beach

Great property as described, host left a thoughtful welcome basket and information on food, beaches, things to do, etc. Great beach and Sauna!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hollis G.

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

Lake cabin

Great beach! Great cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

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

Cute cabin on the beach

Cute cabin on the beach. Perfect get away for anyone looking for a little lake therapy/wanting to be surrounded by the sounds of waves. The sunrise on the lake and sunsets over the pond were breathtaking. I recommend for anyone looking to explore the Keweenaw!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie Q.

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

Rest relaxation & sauna

Beautiful spot in Lake Superior cove Excellent sauna and perfectly situated by the the big cool lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky Q.

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

Perfect place!

We would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great house on a large beach.

Great place for a relaxing and peaceful vacation. Lots of beach to play on. Pretty views of the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Beautiful Cottage and Gorgeous Beach

The cottage is very nice with large picture windows across the back facing Lake Superior. It's nice being on the leeward side of the Pennisula as it got pretty cold and snowy. This was easily remedied by putting a few logs in the cast iron fireplace. Very relaxing with a lot of privacy. You can walk over a mile in either direction on the fine sand beach. We will defiantly go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay here. Perfect timing for the fall colors! House location is great for spending time by the water and on the beach they have but a little bit of a drive to places. Hour from copper harbor and half hour from Calument. For fall is was nice and quite at the house and beach. We would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great visit

This was my wife and my second time we rented this house because it’s one of our favorite places to stay. We love the house, the beach, the lake, and the whole area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten J.

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

beautiful retreat on the big traverse bay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Todd’s beach house is clean and comfortable. The lakeshore is spectacular. Thank you for sharing it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle i.

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

Great girls weekend

Place was perfect for a get away! Clean and beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Absolutely gorgeous beach location!

Our cousins from Florida had never experienced Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and this cottage was the perfect “home base” for our trip. We had lovely weather that allowed us to keep the windows open and enjoy the sound of the waves on the beach. The sauna was used every night and is a great way to end each day. The hosts were extremely easy to work with and I can’t say enough about how welcoming their beach side cottage is. We hope we can be back to enjoy it again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff h.

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

Excellent, Beautiful Location

Clean, Beautiful scenic location. Exactly as presented on the website. Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda b., Michigan

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

Amazing stay

No words to describe how amazing of a stay that was with family!!! Amazing property! Kayak the back, it’s such a hidden gem!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

George B.

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

Nice beach house

Amazing view and amenities, great vacation property, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah k.

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

Fantastic beach house!

We love this place! Gorgeous beach, great for swimming and kayaking. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

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

Great Getaway

Fun and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Todd

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We moved to the area about ten years ago and both work as educators. We enjoy being outdoors, gardening, exploring the Keweenaw, and raising our young son in a place with four distinctive seasons. Kathleen is originally from Upper Michigan and has enjoyed returning 'home'. Todd is from the Chicago area and has enjoyed life at a slower, quieter pace.

Why they chose this property

We love the beach and lagoon access and the simple but efficient way the cabin is designed. We had been looking for a lakefront property for the past five years and this cabin was everything we had desired. We enjoy using it in the off season with our young son while also making updates and improvements for our guests.

What makes this property unique

What we like most about our cabin are the panoramic views over 'The Big Lake' (as locals call it), with views of the small mountains to the north on the Keweenaw Peninsula, the wide open expanse of Lake Superior to the east, sunrises over the lake, moonrises over Grand Traverse Point to the south. These views can be enjoyed from inside the cabin, inside the sauna, from the deck, or--of course--from on the beach and sitting around the beach firepit.

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