Vacation Rentals by Owner

Little pease of heaven in the UP

Guest: Chris (Duluth, MN)
Date of Stay: 09/03/11 Review Submitted: 01/02/12

My husband and I absolutely fell in love with the cabin. A little piece of heaven here on earth! So quiet and peaceful. The cabin has all the amenities one would need, and is very cozy and comfortable. We liked being centrally located to the surrounding areas, short drives into Calumet, Copper Harbor, and the Houghton/Hancock area. There is so much to do & see, and we got our fair share of hiking, biking, long walks along the beach looking for agates. Who could forget the stunning sunsets, and beautiful sunrises. No need for a watch out here! We are looking forward to returning again in the summer or fall. Enjoy!

Owner response:Thanks for the nice comments. In the headline I beleive it should read "piece of heaven", not "pease of heaven." Thanks God bless you Bob and Kathy Pieti owners of #195319

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Spot

Guest: Rick (Neillsville, WI)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 08/04/11

My wife and I found the place just as advertised, peaceful and quiet with a beautiful view of the lake from several perspectives. The cabin was perfect for us, had all the amenities and then some, the rockers in front of the windows was a relaxing spot. The rocking swing on the cliff a great spot for sunsets and the sauna deck perfect for everything. The blueberries were ready and we ate a bunch. A perfect private spot, we only left the property a couple times for provisions and a visit to the brew pubs. This will be a definite repeat for us.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful accommodations we want to come Again!

Guest: Bill
Date of Stay: 04/02/11 Review Submitted: 01/17/12

We loved Cabo so much last year that we are thinking of returning! The accommodations last year were wonderful…my wife and kids loved it.

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Fall migration

Guest: Norma (Reading, MI)
Date of Stay: 10/03/10 Review Submitted: 10/27/10

This was our 30th year in a row of the Girl's Trip. No kids, no husbands, just us and rest and relaxation. What a wonderful location for this trip. Cozy and comfy, beautiful views, not to far away from town, but far enough to feel the serenity of the U.P. Stone collecting, sunshine, eagles, and your best friends....Who could ask for more?

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful Lake Superior Setting

Guest: Brad and Cheryl (Elkhart, IN)
Date of Stay: 09/27/10 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

The cabin is very cozy! The beach house was fun to sit inside and watch and listen to the power of the Great Lake Superior. The sauna was heavenly and we were even brave enough to run into the lake to "chill off" after the sauna - lots of laughs and a life time memory!! Fun area to explore around, the copper mines and the fall colors were absolutely breathtaking! Peaceful and heavenly retreat. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Perfect Stay

Guest: Bob and Carol (Bellbrook, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 08/12/10

We enjoyed our stay in your very neat, compact cabin. It was everything we wished for. The eagles greeted us when we came and as we were leaving. Warm days made swimming in Superior great fun. Agate picking was great. Walking on the shore on the morning after a late evening storm the waves were still big and an agate about half the size of a baseball rolled across my foot. It is now a paper weight on my desk. Several other agates were found.Our almost three year old grandson and I enjoyed picking blueberries each morning for our cereal. A special song. "Picking Berries" that we composed was sung as we filled our cups. Every evening we tried to be back to the cabin in time to photograph the fantastic sunsets. The cabana was used a lot when area family and friends stopped by. We flew kites along the shore as the steady winds made it lots of fun. In the evenings we enjoyed a beach fire where we frequently roasted hot dogs , marshmallows and made s'mores . There is something about a beach fire that brings back memories and old stories long forgotten. A wonderful way for generations to reconnect. And so we would highly recommend the cabin to those of any age who love to fall asleep to the crashing waves, enjoy long walks on the beach and appreciate a quiet time to think about the many wonders that God has placed in this world that so often we are too busy to even notice. We hope to be able to come back again another summer.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children.

The perfect place

Guest: M (Okemos, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10 Review Submitted: 07/29/10

My husband and I spent a week at this adorable little lake house while our kids were at a Michigan Tech camp. The house sits up high and is beautifully set in the woods, with glimpses of Lake Superior through the trees. A very short walk down a blueberry laden sandy path, and you are at the beach, with a sauna, and cabana right there. The house was immaculately clean, bright, and welcoming. We felt like we had the beach to ourselves; seldom saw another soul out. The town of Calumet is very old and full of history. Loved all the restaurants, coffee houses we tried and people we met. Since you are halfway up the peninsula, it makes a perfect spot to have as a home base and do day traveling up to Copper Harbor, or down to the Quincy mines. There were waterfalls surprising us on every excursion. We would definitely stay again. Must be absolutely stunning in the fall! Thank you Bob and Kathy! Signed, Marie and Jim from Okemos We would love to visit again sometime.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Excellent vacation spot!!!

Guest: Kellie (Northern Lower Michigan)
Date of Stay: 06/19/10 Review Submitted: 07/12/10

We had the most wonderful time. Everything was great. The cabin was nice and clean. Small but cozy(bunkhouse not included). Works great with little ones. Very private. Some houses nearby, but so many trees you don't even notice. There are books, games, rocking chairs, bikes and the swing looking out over the lake was perfect!!! The sauna was so much fun....loved jumping into icy water (our first experience trying that!). Everything you need to cook (and bake) is there in the kitchen. We had fires on the beach, went on long walks, and had a very relaxing time. It was the perfect spot for day trips...so much to see!! Must see Brockway Mountain overlook. There are waterfalls, a fort, a really old stand of pine trees, hiking, lighthouses, harbor towns, and much more!!! Then come back to the sauna and relax, watch the sunset and have a fire on the beach. Thank you so much....we LOVED it.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful property -- very charming!

Guest: Alice (USA)
Date of Stay: 06/07/10 Review Submitted: 07/07/10

My husband and I recently spent a week at this cabin. We had a wonderful time! Very private and near hiking and other wildlife-watching opportunities. My husband loved going in the sauna, jumping in Lake Superior, and returning to the sauna. I just stayed in the sauna! There is very little light pollution, resulting in amazing star gazing opportunities. The cabin is exactly as described. We would definitely return and highly recommend this rental!

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Mikki
Date of Stay: 08/17/09 Review Submitted: 08/16/09

This is a beautiful, clean and cozy cabin with all the comforts of home! All you need to do is bring your favorite foods, some clothes and a positive attitude. We picked blueberries, walked on the beach, went hiking and jogging, took a few trips into town just a short distance away, “drained” our tension out in the sauna, enjoyed a beach fire, and mainly just relaxed reading and listening to the waves of Lake Superior. I even saw what I think was a bobcat dashing across the road not far from the cabin (my first and I grew up in the U.P.). If you want peace and quiet with the option to be adventurous, this is the place for you. The owners are also super people who communicate well and want to make certain you have everything you need to make your vacation a memorable one. We would definitely stay here again.

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Guest: Tom and Beth (Grosse Pointe Park, MI)
Date of Stay: 08/05/09 Review Submitted: 08/05/09

Great place to kick off the summer season. There's nothing like Lake Superior to sooth the soul. The layout of this property and adjoining areas make it very private and quiet. The cabin was perfect for two. It was especially nice for two people who usually sleep in a tent when in the U.P. We had a vacation with all the conveniences of home and without giving up the beauty of the outdoors. We also got out and enjoyed the Keewenaw during our one-week stay. Being at the cabin reading, fishing, swimming, etc. was satisfying enough. If you haven’t done so, you have to sit in the sauna, get nice and hot, and then jump in the lake. Repeat three times and you will be optimally relaxed.

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Guest: Dave
Date of Stay: 07/29/09 Review Submitted: 07/28/09

Hello Bob and Kathy, We have just returned from a week at your cottage and wanted to let you know what a great time we had. It is truly a magical place! We hope we can figure out a way to return next summer. Maybe for two weeks? Thanks!Dave R

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Can't wait to come back next year!!

Guest: Kate (Rochester, MN)
Date of Stay: 07/26/09 Review Submitted: 07/16/10

The cabin was exceptional and it was so hard to leave. It was cozy and outfitted with everything that we needed for a comfortable stay. We loved how the house is situated up on the dunes with a beautiful view of the sunsets over the lake. We walked miles along the beach and took a nice hike through Black Creek Sanctuary. The sauna and observation deck made our vacation complete. We sat for hours up on the observation deck just relaxing and reading and enjoying the sound of the lake and the beautiful sunshine. The sauna was a real treat in the cooler evenings. Everything about our trip was perfect and we can't wait to come back next year!

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/22/09 Review Submitted: 05/22/09

We've stayed at the cabin many times. It's wonderful to be close to the lake - listening to the waves from the cabin or jumping in for a refreshing swim. The kids love it and play for hours on the beach and near the cabin. The cabana is nice to be near the swimmers but take a break from the sun.

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Guest: Kimberly & Jeremy (grand rapids, mi)
Date of Stay: 09/25/08 Review Submitted: 09/25/08

We spent a long weekend at the cabin and really enjoyed ourselves. The cabin is small but cozy and was perfect for the two of us. We loved being able to look out the windows and see the lake, and that it was only a short walk down the dune to the beach. We watched sunsets, stargazed, and had a fire on the beach. We were pleased with the cabin's updated and charming interior and great proximity to Lake Superior, and were glad that we chose to stay near Calumet (as opposed to elsewhere on the Keweenaw Peninsula) - it was nice to be just a few miles from a grocery store and some restaurants. Enjoyed ice cream from the local dairy (Jilbert's), local thimbleberry jam, pizza from Calumet Pizzaworks, and dinner at Carmelita's. The drive to everywhere on the peninsula was a scenic drive. Wish we could have seen the northern lights...I guess we'll have to come back and try to catch them again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/20/08 Review Submitted: 08/20/08

I really enjoyed the sauna then swim every day. There were fresh bluberries on the way down to the cabana & beach! It's outstanding that you can actually catch fish from the shore! (Similar to the surf fishing I do in the Golf of Mexico.) The road to the cabin (where we did biking) was lined with wild suger plum & apple trees & another road that we had just biked had rasberrys & thimbleberries whic all slowed our bike trip as it is OK to stop and pick all of these. (They are in the public right of way). I also enjoyed that the most troubling noise we heard was the surf. The cabin isn't large but was very comfortable and adaquate for us. The ice cold well water is delicious.

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