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Lakefront, dock and cabana, sleeps 6

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront, dock and cabana, sleeps 6

We would like to assure you that every precaution has been taken and the housekeeping staff follows the CDC guidelines for cleanliness.

This is a newer lakefront property with sunset views over beautiful Paradise Lake. Cross the country lane to a private beachfront on a sandy bottom lake with cabana and "L" shaped dock. Bring your water toys but we have 2 kayaks for your use. Paradise is a great fishing Lake so bring your poles; some fishing tackle is available on site. Paradise Chalet is located just minutes from Mackinaw City and the ferries to Mackinac Island but offers you a private and peaceful retreat to return to. It's nestled in a quiet cove and surrounded by forest.

This spotless cottage is light and airy with lots of windows and amazing views of Paradise Lake. It offers everything you need to enjoy your vacation - just bring your groceries! The master bedroom adjoins the bathroom on the main floor and has a queen sized bed. The upstairs loft has 2 queen beds. The main floor has an open design with living room, dining room and kitchen. There is a very large deck drenched in sun which faces the lake. The cottage features central air, a new washer/dryer, DISH satellite, WIFI and a water treatment system to remove that ‘country water’ that so many cottages have. We also offer 2 bikes for your use.

The location is so perfect to enjoy Northern Michigan. Situated minutes from Mackinaw City, the Mackinac Bridge, St. Ignace (the gateway to the Upper Peninsula) Cheboygan, the beautiful Inland Waterway, Les Cheneaux Islands, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Good Hart, and Charlevoix - the list goes on and on! The fall colors are unbeatable and there are lots of opportunities for viewing them. Organized bike rides, road races for runners and winery and brewery tours are very popular. Golf, fish, boat, swim, ski, hike, bike, antiquing, casinos, winery/brewery tours. What's your pleasure?

If you love biking, the North Western State Trail can be accessed through Carp Lake and passes through many communities along the way, including Conway, Oden, Ponshewaing, Brutus, Pellston, Van, and Levering. In 2018, the scenic route was recognized with a National Recreation Trail designation.

The spring and fall are great for bird watching - especially the hawk migration in early spring. We've personally witnessed it and it takes your breath away to see the hundreds of raptors circling the sky to make their annual crossing of the Straits of Mackinac.

Join us as guests and make this a memorable vacation spot that you will want to return to over and over again!

Property manager

Diane Moreno

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,134 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children need supervision on dock and near water
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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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Carp Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 16 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Toast A Go Go - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nonna Lisa's Italian Ristorante - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront, dock and cabana, sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront, dock and cabana, sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront, dock and cabana, sleeps 6?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront, dock and cabana, sleeps 6 located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lancaster Lake, Spy Quest Laser Maze, and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf. Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum and Lake Michigan are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Lakefront, dock and cabana, sleeps 6 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfy, roomy, and nice with a great view and access to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really Nice Lakefront Cottage
This cottage is clean and cozy, with wonderful lake views. The lakeside deck and dock, along with 2 kayaks for guests to use, were great. We had an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway
Very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Convenient to Mackinac City
About 10 miles south of Mackinac with a nice boat dock on the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Close to Mackinaw, enjoyed kayaking and fishing
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake House
Clean and as advertised. Great location. Close to everything Mackinaw but hidden away on beautiful lake property. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Place was clean, and no scents at all!!! Thank you!! We enjoyed our time here, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was in a great location and was perfect. I would totally stay here again. Close enough to everything but still secluded as well. The lake was a nice addition
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Very peaceful. Close to attractions but secluded and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, beautiful location
We really enjoyed the house. Beautiful both inside and out. Great view of lake and a lot of privacy. Would love to stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dexy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location
The house was cute and comfy. It had all that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
Nice relaxing location. The kayaks were a hit with my teens!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

B H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for a Mackinac Island
Very clean and cute cabin on Paradise Lake. It was the perfect base for day trips to the island. We had a wonderful time. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
The cottage was perfect for our family of four. Beautiful view of the lake and close to Mackinaw City. Spent most of our days in the city or island so we didn’t get a chance to enjoy the lake. We were able to enjoy beautiful sunsets though.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John and Lauri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing spot
Cottage is away from the hustle and bustle, but only a short 10-15 minute drive to Mackinaw City and the ferry to the island. The lake is very close, just across the road and a nice view from the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carp Lake
Cute place! Nice big loft. Having a washer and dryer was convenient. Caught some decent sized fish off the dock. Use of kayaks was a wonderful bonus! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall Good Experience
Great proximity to Mackinaw City. Quiet, was able to wind down from hectic daily schedule. Photo of large bluegill is misleading for those interested in fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michigan Trip
My boyfriend and I planned a long weekend away. Location was great. Close to Mackinaw City. water with dock across the street. Great view of the water. Everything was true as stated in the listing. The property could have used some finessing. Lots of spiders and cob webs. Inside and out. We are used to more complimentary items to cook with like seasonings, foil and things to put left overs away in.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marge T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant Stay
Enjoyed being on the lake for amenities provided with a short drive to several other fun activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Lake Stay
We had a wonderful trip away. This lake house is perfectly located and offers all the comforts of home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D., Richalnd, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay!
The chalet was beautiful, clean and well maintained. The location was in a quiet location, but close to all the area attractions. The lake was beautiful and relaxing. I would higly recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation spot
This house was perfect. We did not experience any problems. The location was great. The weather didnt cooperate so didnt get to kayak but there are 2 nice kayaks to use. Very safe area. Kitchen had everything we needed. There was plenty of paper products, soaps, etc. Lots of towels. One of the nicest rentals we have stayed in. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary getaway
This is our second time staying at this property and we love it! The house is right across the road from Paradise lake and has a pier and kayaks that can be used. The house is very comfortable and remotely located. However, you are still close to Mackknaw City and the ferry to Mackinac Island. It is so peaceful and quiet. We have seen and heard loons both times we have stayed here. We hope to come back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay at the Chalet!
We had a great time on Carp/Paradise Lake and the chalet. Used the kayaks multiple times, loved the location. Had some great success fishing just off the dock. Enjoyed some needed family time. Thanks for a great property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris W., North Ridgeville, Ohio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
35th anniversary getaway
We loved our anniversary getaway! This VRBO was exactly what we were looking for. The area is fairly secluded but right across the road from Paradise lake. We enjoyed fishing, kayaking, birdwatching, and enjoying the spectacular sunsets from the pier. It is very short drive to the ferry to Mackinac Island...another highlight of our trip. Highly recommend this place. We hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023