Location: Marquette, Upper Peninsula, Michigan, USA (Minutes from Marquette next to Marquette Mountain Ski Area) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 10-14)
Keywords: House
Cliffs Ridge is a comfortable, spacious home with cathedral ceilings and a corner wood-burning fireplace for family togetherness and privacy all wrapped in one. The home is located less than one mile south of Marquette Mountain Ski Area on M-553, minutes from downtown Marquette and magnificent Lake Superior.
Cliffs Ridge is so-named because you can see its rooftop from Cliffs Ridge Run at the top of Chair #1 at Marquette Mountain, formerly Cliffs Ridge Ski Area. There is no apostrophe in "Cliffs" because it was originally named after the Cliffs Dow Company. The exposed beams in the roof and Great Room are actually recycled from the old Tracy Mine in Ishpeming.
Part of the beauty of renting Cliffs Ridge is its personality and warmth -- you can enjoy family and friends without the commercial feeling of a hotel, and with the great kitchen you can enjoy excellent meals without the expense of going out to eat for every meal.
Fully furnished, it is a wonderful place to rejuvenate and spend time with the ones you love. Relax in front of the fireplace after a great day of skiing, curl up and watch a movie in one of the comfortable chairs in the living room, enjoy drinks on the 2nd-story deck after a day at the beach, or read a book in one of the private bedrooms.
This year-around vacation home is the perfect spot for family reunions, ski vacations, NMU parent activity weekends, wedding parties and more. Our hope is that your family can enjoy it the way we have for 20+ years -- and that it can become your Marquette home-away-from-home as well!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Washer is available to renters staying 5 days or more.
- Dryer : Dryer is available to renters staying 5 days or more.
- Linens Provided
- Garage : Garage is available for waxing skis only.
- Off Street Parking : There is parking available for 4-5 cars. 4wd is recommended in the winter, the drive is steep.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Notify management before planning on RV parking.
- Wood Fireplace : Wood Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3) : There are three queen-size beds in individual bedrooms.
- Bunk Bed : One bedroom has a bunkbed set consisting of two twin-size beds.
- Convertible Bed : There is a queen-size pull-out couch in the living room area.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Basic cable is included which includes the local weather channel.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : The kitchen includes a microwave, coffee maker and dishwasher.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2)
- Balcony
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless Internet is included and has been fine-tuned for any wireless-compatible computer unit.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Dogs are allowed only with prior approval and may not be left in the home alone. There is a non-refundable fee per pet.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Minutes from Lake Superior with miles of gorgeous sand beach; minutes from Marquette with great shopping and restaurants; Northern Michigan University functions; seconds from one of the best ski hills in the Midwest and XC ski trails; M-553 connects to all of the surrounding bike paths and trails; mountain biking and climbing on the dirt road immediately north of the house. This is a great gathering house for bridal functions and family reunions.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates run from $150-250/night; $550-$1500/week and depend on number of guests.
Special rates can be given for 4 or more nights -- please call.
There is a non-refundable cleaning fee and a refundable security deposit.
Rates include up to 10 people, each additional person is $10/per night.
Pets are $50 each non-refundable deposit and $10/per pet each night.
Need a comfortable, furnished place to stay for more than a week?
Special long-term rates are available -- Give us a call!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Gorgeous 4-Bedroom Home Near Ski Hill & Everything - Marquette
Year Purchased: 1989
Why the Owner Chose Marquette
The Marquette area offers an enormous range of activities, indoor and out. Boating, fishing, biking, hiking, skiing, great restaurants and shopping -- the possibilities are absolutely endless. It is a welcoming and warm community with the added benefit of magnificent Lake Superior which in itself can entertain the entire family.
Cliffs Ridge's central location allows you to be anywhere in the area in minutes -- the best of all worlds.
Marquette is central to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (Munising, 40 miles east) and Big Bay, (20 minutes north and home of the historic "Anatomy of a Murder" location. Houghton/Hancock (home of Michigan Technological University) is about two hours north along with Copper Harbor and Isle Royal. Day trip possibilities abound from Cliffs Ridge!
The Unique Benefits at this House
We love to have friends over to enjoy the 2nd-story deck, the wood-burning fireplace and gathering table in the dining area -- when you sit at that table you feel as though you are living in a tree-house!
Nothing compares to fresh Lake Superior trout or whitefish on the grill -- get it from Thill's and you are guaranteed that it is fresh and wonderful!
551 State Highway M-553, first paved road to the left driving south on M-553 after Marquette Mountain.
Owner's Map of Marquette
We bought the house as a primary residence in 1989 and renovated and added on throughout the years. When moving to Washington State in 2006 we were not ready to sell our house and decided to turn it into a vacation rental so that we could continue updating it and give others a chance to enjoy it as well.
Our ties to Marquette remain strong and we love visiting with friends and family as often as we can. It's hard to leave and it's great to come back!
As we enter into the fourth year of this venture we are happy to know that people are returning to celebrate weddings, reunions, Thanksgiving, Christmas and more in our home. Keep enjoying the house and the Marquette area!
Property Photos
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- Beautiful corner wood-burning fireplace with supplied wood. - Marquette, MI Home near Ski Area and Lake Superior
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- Front entrance; decks to left and right; garage to right. - Marquette, MI Home near Ski Area and Lake Superior
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- Great room living area with pull-out queen-size couch and two recliner chairs. - Marquette, MI Home near Ski Area and Lake Superior
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- Game table/extra dining area in great room.
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- Upper hall to bathroom, stairs, and kitchen off great room/dining area.
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- Dining area/ computer nook area. "Feels like living in a tree-house!"
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- Beautiful kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, stove, oven and fridge.
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- Bed #1: Master w/full bath; French doors to fenced back deck; seating area.
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- Master suite: privacy for a relaxing break, seating area for reading, closets.
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- 2 queen bedrooms w/full bath; French doors for privacy; outside door to front.
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- Queen bedroom with full bath & French door to other queen bedroom.
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- Bunk bed room; fun for kids and downstairs for early bedtimes!
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- Back of house; next neighbor is a ways behind. Shows French doors to master.
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- 2-story deck off great room with gas grill. Great view of the moon and stars!
Traveler Reviews (32)
Family Wedding Party
Guest: Michigan Family
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Date of Stay: 05/29/11
Review Submitted: 02/03/12
"Here for sister's wedding!" "Loved the house! And the ghost that visited me in the middle of the night; I named him Pebbles." "Spent the week here celebrating with friends and family for wedding festivities. The U.P. sure is God's Country!" "Had an amazing week in Marquette -- what a great rental -- lots of wonderful memories." ? "Love your home . . . we had an amazing time with friends and family. Very homey!"
Recommended for:
UP 200
Guest: Downstate Group
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Date of Stay: 02/17/10
Review Submitted: 02/03/12
Thanks for renting this beautiful place for your friends. House is well-kept. The weekend of dog sledding and snowshoeing at night -- Perfect! Love you!
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