Family lodge on private lake to enjoy fishing, hiking, nature and much more!

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Lake view

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Crystal Falls, MI

Bewabic State Park
‪8 min drive‬
Pentoga Park
‪20 min drive‬
George Young Golf Course
‪24 min drive‬
Iron Mountain, MI (IMT-Ford)
‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Entering the front door of the Lodge, you will walk into the open concept kitchen and dining area, which flows into the living room. This area boasts big windows, which provide unobstructed views of the lake and the spacious yard. The kitchen has everything necessary for preparing and enjoying meals; including refrigerator, stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, pots & pans and utensils.

Steps leading down to the full walkout basement and a full bath with tub and shower are in the center of the Lodge, with 2 big bedrooms in the back. The master bedroom is very private, with a sliding glass door that overlooks the lake. Step right outside from here and enjoy the scenic view! The second bedroom contains a set of double bunk beds along with another double bed.

A 12 foot wide deck runs across the entire front of the Lodge, which is a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee!

A gas grill is available, along with an adjustable hanging grill over the fire pit in the yard. Firewood is supplied for you to roast or grill any number of yummy treats — maybe a fresh fish dinner with s’mores for dessert — which you can enjoy eating at the picnic table that is provided. Then just sit and relax by the fire after your day of fun-filled activities!

A solar system provides electrical power for the Lodge, making it completely off grid. Propane fuel powers the refrigerator and stove, and each room has propane lights.

Property manager

Tom TerBeek

Languages

English

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Lake view

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Crystal Falls

Located in Crystal Falls, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Bewabic State Park and Iron County Forest Preserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to George Young Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Crystal Falls, MI

What's nearby

Bewabic State Park - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
Pentoga Park - 20 min drive - 20.2 km
George Young Golf Course - 24 min drive - 23.0 km
Ski Brule - 40 min drive - 38.6 km
Pine Mountain - 41 min drive - 45.5 km

Getting around

Iron Mountain, MI (IMT-Ford) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
‪Curious Pig - ‬20 min walk
‪Alpha Michigan Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
‪Logans Place - ‬19 min walk
‪Infield Bar & Pizzeria - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family lodge on private lake to enjoy fishing, hiking, nature and much more! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family lodge on private lake to enjoy fishing, hiking, nature and much more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family lodge on private lake to enjoy fishing, hiking, nature and much more!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family lodge on private lake to enjoy fishing, hiking, nature and much more! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Bewabic State Park, Joseph Casper Roadside Park and Mallard Lake. Archie Pond and Merrick Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

3 June 2015

Awesome Experience!

This place totally blew us away! It is simply incredible! The cabin is neat, clean, and in such a beautiful setting. The fish were plentiful, and we were immersed in nature. Everything was in working order in the cabin. The sleeping quarters were cozy and homey. The kitchen area and living room were very nicely furnished. The owners were very pleasant, communicate well, and were always a text away if we needed anything. You can tell that they put a lot of time into making this place what it is. When we arrived, they showed us how everything operated in the cabin, asked us if we needed anything further, and left us alone with nature. The place is extremely private and relaxing. We were so impressed, and will definitely be returning some day. It was a great vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

3 July 2021

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

Ideal isolated and quiet cabin

Exactly what a quiet week Up North should be. Cabin was well-furnished, five (!!) different boats provided, firewood provided, quiet lake with, from what I could tell, 5 total cabins on it. Almost zero mosquitos, but a good amount of flies by the shore. Hosts escorted us to the property at check-in, which I was not used to, but because it's so far off the road that's really the best way to do it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

17 August 2019

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

Excellent stay

Excellent stay in a very private, quiet, clean well equipped cabin. Beautiful setting. Kids had a ton of fun playing outside and having campfires. Convenient to Crystal Falls for supplies and a good deli and diner. Enjoyed the boat and electric trolling motor- some nice bass and pike in there. Excellent kind owners ensure a great stay. Highly recommend if you really want to unplug, relax and enjoy nature.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan A., Walker Mi

13 August 2017

Amazing location and owners!

The cabin on the lake is amazing. Very quiet and relaxing and the cabin has all the comforts of home. The owners were tremendously helpful and went out of their way to answer all of our questions before and during our stay! Our family of five caught plenty of fish, saw wild life, swam in the lake and relaxed. The location is perfect for day trips to other areas of the U.P. As well. Thanks Dave and Nancy for making our stay so great!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John M.

13 September 2016

Very pleasant and relaxing week

I thoroughly enjoyed the stay and hope to go back next year. Dave Young was extremely helpful and the lake was gorgeous. My wife and three kids and I had a great time. Everyone caught a fish. John

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Josh D.

26 September 2015

Home away from home!

Our family recently stayed here for a week and were so taken aback by how wonderful the cabin and surrounding area were! We were able to hear the whippoorwills at night and even heard the wolves howling! The place was sparkling clean and being a fully stocked house makes it easy to prepare meals and have a place big enough for the whole family to enjoy. There are also so many scenic trips to take and everything in the area is full of breathtaking sights. The lake is also very nice and the fish are plentiful! We will definitely be trying to come back as soon as possible!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

14 July 2015

GREAT vacation spot!!!

We recently stayed at the Lodge with our children and grandchildren and had a WONDERFUL time!! If you are looking for privacy and seclusion to get away and relax for a while, this is definitely the spot to do it! We were all very comfortable in the cabin -- there was plenty of room for all of us to stretch out. The owners were very accommodating and helpful for anything we might need. We fished every day both in the boat that is available and from the dock. The kids had a great time throwing their lines in down on the dock and caught quite a few different kinds of fish. There was even a bald eagle that flew from tree to tree right over top of us! It sure is an awesome sight to see that majestic bird!!! We also heard whippoorwills talking to each other right outside of the cabin. We took advantage of both the grill that is furnished and the cooking grate that hangs over the fire pit and had some delicious meals! It is a very short drive into Crystal Falls, which is the nearest town. We did some shopping at Ben Franklin and ate at Fob's Fine Food a couple of times (which is a must-do when you are there!) and also got lunch & ice cream at Sommers Sausage Shop & Grocery (don't let their name fool you -- they have a menu with quite a variety of sandwiches, fries, etc. and of course the desserts!). We enjoyed our vacation so much and definitely plan on going back to spend some more time there in the future!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 May 2015

Fantastic

Perfect place to unwind and connect to family and friends. Fishing was great. Cabin was clean and great. Great owners. Will be back. Thanks

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

9 April 2015

The title says it all, this was our honeymoon. This lodge has everything including privacy.

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this property and plan to return as soon as possible. We hiked, hunted, fished and loved the privacy. The lodge is sparking clean and everything is provided.We enjoyed eating fresh fish and partridge. We saw deer, bear, eagles and heard the coyotes/wolves. The owners respected our privacy and even allowed us to archery hunt deer in an enclosed baited blind. We wanted a secluded/wilderness honeymoon with all the amenities and we were completely satisified.

About the host

Hosted by Tom TerBeek

The Lodge is owned and operated by David & Nancy Young, along with Tom & Becky TerBeek, their daughter and son-in-law.

David has appreciated spending time in the UP since before the Mackinac Bridge was built! He and Nancy were able to acquire their first parcel of property here in the 1970s, and build a cabin for their own personal enjoyment in 1987, where five generations of their family have had the pleasure of making so many wonderful memories. Tom & Becky had the incredible opportunity to retire in 2020 and make this their permanent home, which was such a blessing!

Their children and grandchildren encouraged them to purchase and update the Lodge, with the goal of making it available for others to be able to have their own memorable experiences here in this magnificent environment!

Tom and Becky live in the family cabin nearby and will assist their guests in any way possible to make this a remarkable vacation!

Why they chose this property

This property is very secluded and located directly on Upper Holmes Lake. This is a non public lake and there are also 200 private acres of land for your recreational use.

The Lodge has it’s own private dock, with a fishing boat, canoe and paddle boat provided. If you do like to fish, the lake is home to panfish, bass, pike & walleye. If you enjoy watching and listening for birds, you will likely see and hear loons swimming on the lake. Bald eagles nest in the trees around the lake. And songbirds are plentiful — the whippoorwills especially like to make their presence known!

You may hear wolves and coyotes howling at night, or see some deer, bear, beaver, or maybe even a moose! Also, if it is a clear night and the conditions are right, you may be able to view the Northern Lights!

Feel free to swim in the lake, if that is an activity you enjoy!

There is a railroad track crossing the north end of the lake, which is quite a sight when a train goes by!

You are welcome to bring your own kayak for use on the lake. If you have a bigger boat, the Michigamme Reservoir is only five minutes away, where you will find a great boat launch and plentiful fishing. While they are not permitted on the property itself, there are also great trails nearby for ATVs and ORVs.

What makes this property unique

This property is centrally located in the western UP, just 5 miles from the historic small town of Crystal Falls. It is perfectly situated for any number of day trips, including, but not limited to — both Lake Superior and Lake Michigan, the Porcupine Mountains, Pictured Rocks, Copper Harbor, several waterfalls and rapids, museums, historical sites, casinos — the list goes on and on!

If you are looking for a secluded, private getaway, you have found it at the Lodge! Disconnect from the outside world for a bit, reconnect with each other, come enjoy the unspoiled beauty in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and make your own wonderful lifetime memories!

We look forward to meeting you and having you as our guests!

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property