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Cabin #6 - "Wapashuwi"

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Exterior
Interior
Interior
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 649.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Carp Lake, Michigan
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cabin #6 - "Wapashuwi"

This Vintage Rustic cabin, primarily designed for the camping & fishing enthusiast, is just one cabin of a 7 cabin resort. This cabin was built in the early 1950's and holds every bit of that vintage character. It may be a little rough around the edges but this authentic cabin holds the wonderful allure of days gone by. Electrical outlets would have been added a few years later and air conditioning wasn’t even thought of at that time. Those details won't matter to the outdoorsy kind coming for the camping experience where lake activity fills your day and evenings are enjoyed around the campfire. This charming cabin has a knotty pine interior and all the basics to create an Up North camping style atmosphere. A lifestyle one will appreciate becoming acquainted with.

All the cabins are lined up next to each other along the shore of a beautifully serene lake. This close proximity to other cabins have traditionally created a friendly community style atmosphere where guests mingle and create lasting friendships. This is the kind of place where your grandparents brought your parents, your parent’s brought you, and you are now bringing your children to create beautiful memories while spending a nostalgic vacation in a familiar old cabin.

The listed rate reflects the price for 4 adults or a family with children up to 6 people total. Additional adults beyond 4 will incur additional charges. This cabin has a sleeping capacity up to 6 people utilizing 2 bedrooms, each with a queen size bed and a futon in the living room. There is 1 electrical outlet next to the bed in each of the bedrooms. Other electrical outlets are minimally located throughout the cabin. The cabin has a kitchen with everything to cover your basic needs, a dinning space and a simple bathroom that includes a warm shower. The spacious 10’x6’ enclosed porch overlooking the lake is the perfect area for spending a relaxing afternoon.

Whether you are looking for a home base to camp at the lake or a base camp while you explore the area’s attractions, you will enjoy this cozy cabin and all its imperfections. More than anything, you’re gonna love the authentic charm and the carefree lifestyle that comes with camping Up North.

Pets are welcome on the property for an additional fee of $25 per night / per pet, paid at time of arrival if not otherwise paid. This includes pets of your visitors to the property.

Free Parking is available for 1 vehicle per cabin. 1 boat/trailer per cabin is also free but are required to be parked in designated area elsewhere on the property. Extra vehicles require a $25 per day fee and must also be parked in a designated area elsewhere on the property. This includes vehicles of your visitors to the property. Extra Vehicle fees will be collected onsite at the time of arrival if not previously collected elsewhere. RV's are not permitted.

Property manager

Ritchie Crawford
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Lake view
Free WiFi

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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
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is prohibited inside all cabins.
Pets are allowed at an additional fee.
Maximum occupancy can not be exceeded. No Parties

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Carp Lake

Located in Carp Lake, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Spy Quest Laser Maze and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carp Lake, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Colonial Michilimackinac Park - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 16 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Lights Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Water Grill & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Saloon - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin #6 - "Wapashuwi" pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cabin #6 - "Wapashuwi"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin #6 - "Wapashuwi"?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin #6 - "Wapashuwi" located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Lake Michigan and Wilderness State Park. Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic and cozy!
We stayed on the coldest day of the winter and arrived very late. We were worried it’d be cold and prepared to bundle up. The cabin was fantastic! Richie, the owner, lives on site and started the heater well before we arrived. It was so warm we had to turn the heat down! The place was clean and cozy, each room had its own space heater. The cabin was exactly as pictured. It was small but didn’t feel cramped. There was even reliable internet access, strong enough to stream movies on the provided smart TV.A couple things to consider. The floor is a concrete slab and was cold. Be prepared to keep your socks on or bring slippers. The place is also a bit remote. Mackinaw city is about 10 minutes away but, other than that, there’s not much. Make sure you bring anything you need. Everything was great and we enjoyed every moment.We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 day stay
This place is just as it says. It's old and rustic definitely could use a little TLC but definitely a nice place that we will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and rustic
Rustic cabin was perfect for a getaway with my husband and sister-in-law. Close to Makinac City with easy access to the island ferries. The cabin could use some additional updates but was fine as is.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sundaravaradan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little stay
Such a good place with just walks to lake from backyard. Could have designed the bathroom little bigger and got one more restroom. Apart from that everything is good for the little stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stsy
Good stay as shown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Stay on Carp Lake
The cabin was very nice with all we needed. It was so wonderful being steps away from Carp Lake, so peaceful. Richie was very responsive and helpful. Having access to kayaks and paddle boards was fun. I would recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, misleading listing
The location is great. It's 10 minutes from the ferry and the dark sky park. And the view over the lake is beautiful. However, the cabin itself was in need of a good deep clean, particularly the shower. We also found dog hair when we swept up as required before we left. This cabin (#6) varied in several ways from the pictures in the listing: the floors were painted, peeling concrete. The patio furniture had no cushions, and the kitchen had no small shelf--we had to leave most of our bags of supplies on the floor. The bed in the back bedroom was so noisy that it was possible to hear every time someone rolled over from the other bedroom with both doors closed. But worst, there are no docks on the lake! Even the guidebook in the cabin said that there were three docks to share, but when we went to the only docks we saw, we were promptly told we were on private property not associated with the cabins. Nothing kills a relaxed vacation vibe more than being scolded by a homeowner who is understandably upset to have tourists on her dock. Later, we noticed dock pieces stacked on the shore in a few places --these must have been the ones that were supposed to be provided for the cabins.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin
Great little cabins, rustic charm. Right on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stacie P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not as advertised
We stayed at the property for 24 hours and checked out 2 days early. Would have left sooner except it was raining. Photos must be of an updated cabin. We have photos of the actual place we stayed and it was a cement floor. No central heat, just space heaters. VERY UNHAPPY
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The cabins are pretty close together, and the water is only about 5 feet away when exiting out of cabin 6s back porch. Cabin 6s bathroom is pretty small, and hard to walk through. The whole bathroom is cramped including the toilet area. The walk in shower is really out of place and the only light in the bathroom is right above the shower stall. The steam from my shower made the light flicker, which I got a little freaked out by it. The cabin overall could use a lot small repairs and updates. There was a lot of clean blankets and the beds were pretty comfortable. Though there is oven pans/pots I would consider bringing our own non stick pans. Seems like they also want you to clean your whole cabin before you check out including washig/drying all dishes, clean/wipe out fridge, cleaning/ off all counters, and floors. They even ask that you take all your garbage to the dumpster yourself. Seems like something housekeeping should do. I get wanting guest to not leave the place trashed but some requesting the whole place to be cleaned before check out is a bit much. Despite its downfalls our stay was nice and the view of the water was breathtaking. We really enjoyed having a screened in porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Communication
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay
great stay, everything was as promised and host was very accomdating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahim P., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, cabin living
Nice cabin, what you’d expect from a cabin. Right on the lake with the moon over our heads was exactly what the doctor ordered. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend get away
Most cleanest place I have stayed. Cute little lay out of the cabin and loved the lake view! Definitely going back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

James B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Great place overall, but the heat quit in the middle of the night. The floor was very sandy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the low key rustic cabins. Communication was top notch. We were greeted by our host and shown our cabin. The view is spectacular!!! The cabin was cozy and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adele C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean and just what we wanted
Everything we wanted was close by. We had a great trip
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very rustic but beautiful!
This cabin was exactly as expected. It was rustic with a beautiful lake view and a wonderful screen room to enjoy the scenery! Richie, the owner, was very attentive with a couple issues we had and all in all if was a wonderful retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to escape to
Quiet, peaceful and relaxing place on Paradise lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin O., Kalamazoo, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool little cabin on beautiful quiet lake
We loved our stay in this cabin that had everything we needed. Rich is really genuine and friendly and helpful and makes you feel right at home. Our cabin was right on the water and we enjoyed grilling s'mores and hot dogs. Our kids loved wading in the shallow water on the jetty at our cabin. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside cabin
The cabin was just as described. It was a perfect spot to let the dog swim and relax by the fire at night. It was in close proximity to mackinaw island which was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ritchie was great!
Great little spot. Rustic but clean and the lake is great. Close to Mackinaw. Richie the owner was great to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Vacation
Stayed 2 nights and 3 days. Had a great time, location is good and lake is great for boating, swimming and fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Marcia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside awe
Enjoyed the lake and fire pit, even though we picked a time when the weather chose to be rainy and cool. The cabin was comfy and Richie very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rough around the edges but extremely pleasant.
The owner is awesome! The property is in the process of being fixed up. Beautiful views and definite charm. If you like rustic glamping this is the place for you. Pet friendly too!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ritchie Crawford

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Born and raised in Northern Michigan, I’ve worked with the special needs community for over 30 years. By recently purchasing a little 7 cabin lakefront resort, I was able to transition my career to incorporate my love for camping, outdoor activity, and local history in a way I can share with others. I offer vacation rentals of vintage rustic lakeside cabins that were established in 1929. I welcome guests who love the camping experience while venturing to the Mackinac area historic sites, adventurers who come to enjoy outdoor activities, or those who are simply here to relax and enjoy the area’s natural beauty.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this property because it encompasses the style of vintage cabins from days gone by, back when times were simpler. The cabins offer the nostalgic feel of the camping experience I remember enjoying as a child.

What makes this property unique

Cabin #6 - "Wapashuwi"
A unique name of unknown origin. This 2 bedroom, 528 sq ft cabin is a wonderful size for a family to spend a relaxing vacation, camping along the shore of a beautiful 1900 acre lake in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests