Lake Michigamme-Grandpa Raoul’s Cottage

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A fire pit with burning wood surrounded by white chairs, set against a backdrop of trees and a sunset over a body of water.
A wooden-paneled hallway with a rug, a sofa, a table, and a wall-mounted rack with items.
A wooden dock leading to a house with a deck and stairs.
A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, wooden walls, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A wooden kitchen with a microwave, stove, refrigerator, and two bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Van Riper State Park

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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Champion, MI
  • Place, Lake Michigamme
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Riper State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Cozy Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Family Living Space

1 Twin Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Champion

Located in Champion, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Michigamme Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Van Riper State Park and Gamber-Brisky Preserve. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Champion, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Michigamme - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Van Riper State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 43 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Marquette Mountain - 45 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Presque Isle Park - 51 min drive - 66.7 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪B Dogs BBQ - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Junction 95 Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cozy Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Higley's Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigamme-Grandpa Raoul’s Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigamme-Grandpa Raoul’s Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigamme-Grandpa Raoul’s Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigamme-Grandpa Raoul’s Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Champion cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigamme, Van Riper State Park, and Berle LaPin - Veterans Memorial Park. Champion Township Hall is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin

This was a nice peaceful place to stay. Would recommend to anyone looking for a small get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bear Camp

We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful views! Perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Michigamme

Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

awsome cabin&lake!

very nice property,view of lake was tremendous!Nicely appointed cabin,well thought out with alot of special touches,Nicely done!Thank You!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway!!

We had a wonderful week long stay with our family if 3 and our dachshund puppy! Swimming, grilling, kayaking, fishing our son caught a Pike and several bass and rock bass! The stars were amazing. We went to see the waterfalls and explored Marquette. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely lake side retreat

Host was very nice and we really enjoyed staying here for the week. Sunsets were beautiful and it was a good location for day trips to see all that the Western UP has to offer; Copper Harbor, Marquette, Pictured Rocks in Munising, waterfalls... we had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great cabin

We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin on the lake was great. It was well stocked and the hosts were more than welcoming. It has a boat dock/fishing pier. The lake was fun for fishing, boating, kayaking and just relaxing. Couldn’t ask for a better place to spend a weekend or in the UP. We hope to go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
An extraordinarily close family and it was a pleasure to have them as our guests. They are certainly welcome to return at their leisure. Raoul Robar, Owner
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake life is the best

Great departure for us from Texas heat to Michigan cool! Enjoyed sleeping with windows open and access to kayaking on the lake. Saw a few deer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great UP trip!

We had an amazing time at Grandpa Raoul's cabin! Very clean and everything was included that we could have needed. Thank you for thinking of all the extras and special touches. Such a beautiful area and perfect location for some day trips to Marquette and then Copper Harbor. We would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 29, 2020
Catherine, We certainly appreciate your great review and would love to see you and yours back again. You are perfect guests! Grandpa Raoul
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing cozy cottage

Home was just as described. Well stocked and lots of thought put into the small things, like shelfs next to beds & extra throw blankets for chili nights. The tree colors across the lake were nearly peak & the lake and outdoor areas of the cottage did not disappoint
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Indiana visitors, lived it!

This cottage was exactly as described. Very clean, cute, ! extremely easy. lots of outside. We hope to come back again. Bill an Carolynspace, and had everything you could possibly need. Justin was great to work with. The lake and the views were awesome! We parked our boat right at the pier at the cottage all week and that made enjoying the lake
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful Stay on Lake Michigamme

My family and I loved our stay here! The views of the lake are beautiful, especially at sunrise and sunset. The lake was very quiet, and we loved swimming and using the provided kayaks. It was warm the week we stayed, so we didn't get many bites, but my son loved fishing from the pier. The cabin was very nice for my family of four. It was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. The location was the perfect base for some of our day trips. We were able to visit Pictured Rocks and the Keweenaw Peninsula, which were both about an hour and twenty minutes away in opposite directions. We also visited Marquette, which was only about 45 minutes away. We had a great time here, and would definitely return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Get Away

The home is overall cute but could use some updates and some repairs. It is located in a beautiful peaceful area and right on the lake. The owners have kayaks you can use and they have a well maintained pier. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, plates, pots and pans. If you plan on mixing anything together though bring a mixing bowl. The bathroom was well stocked with towels, wash cloths and toilet paper. The owners also, left us a tasty wine to enjoy. There is a lot to do there. There is geocaches near by, fishing is pretty good, two fire pits, quiet road for biking or hiking, decent yard to play games, corn hole and the list goes on. We definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Upper Peninsula lake Michigamme

Great location and views. Justin did an amazing job keeping us comfortable on very unusual hot weather and installed a window air-conditioner in the living room, in addition to already existing circulating fans in all 3 rooms. Communication was always easy and efficient. I wish we could enjoy outside deck alot more than we could due to mosquitoes. Thermacel lamps did slightly help but everyone still got bit. Expected w woods and lake I guess. Thank you Justin for your help and accommodation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful vista for a proposal

My girlfriend and I (now fiance) went for a weekend away with her parents to this beautiful cabin. The space is cozy, and the landscaping wonderful and comfortable. A small sand beach adorns the natural red hue of lake Michigamme, giving easy access for swimming or canoeing. To the right of the beach a small point is made from a retaining wall which forms a point in the water. From the point, a full westward view is available to glimpse some of the most beautiful sunsets we have seen. After sunset, a line of torches can be lit to offer comfortable lighting to the deck. Alternatively a very robust fire pit is there which allows you to make a roaring fire to enjoy the evening by. In the morning, as the sun rises, the entire lake takes on a low mist that bounces the multicolored sun between the red lake and the mist. All of this is set in a quiet, nature filled setting. It is amazing how much time you can spend watching the humming birds zip about, listening the water softly lap against the shore, and -most importantly- the distinct lack of traffic noises.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Thanks Tony for your wonderful account of your stay! It would sure be great to have you guys back next summer. Grandpa Raoul
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Quaint cottage on a peaceful lake

Great getaway. The only suggestion is to replace the queen mattress - it has a deep hole in the middle. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay despite a wasp sting and power outage that Justin was able to handle promptly and professionally.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage!

We enjoyed our stay here so much. Cottage has everything you need. So much outdoor seating with chairs and loungers. 2 fire pit options with plenty of firewood provided. 3 kayaks and a canoe available to use. Love being just 40 min from Marquette. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Destination wedding

We attended a destination wedding held at a home on Holli Blue Rd and chose this rental for it's proximity. We loved it! The view is spectacular, the cabin is cozy, they had kayaks available to use. The hosts even helped me find an auto repair shop when I had car trouble!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Quiet Getaway

We stayed here the first week of September where the weather is a bit unpredictable. Great lake views from house and outside deck and dock. Got to see a couple storms roll in over the lake. OLD cabin that has been updated in some areas. Windows are very drafty on a windy day, the pellet stove warmed up the main living area but not the bedrooms. Also the bed was comfy, but small and creaky. Overall experience was good. Grandpa Raoul was very helpful with our flat tire on our trailer, let us use his jack since we had forgot ours!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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amazing place

We had a real blast staying here!!! We travelled for a relaxed vacation with my wife and 2 children (5 and 2 year old). The cabin was impecable, had everything we needed. The view and access to the lake were incredible. We decided to cook just there and enjoy the place. There is a grill you can use as well. Kids enjoyed the little beach we had, and we did several trails and visits to the parks around. Close to the cabin (3 min drive) there is the main entrance to the state park, were there is even more beach - super shallow and safe for the little kids-, two playgrounds and also laundry service if needed (bring your coins!). Raoul and Justin were amazing hosts, kind people, who pay attention to details. We really loved the place. We wish could have recorded the sounds and the view of the lake to bring us home. We strongly recommend this place and will definitely return.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fishing with family.

We have fished Michigamme before so the lake was familiar to us. It's really a beautiful vacation cabin. We had 3 boats and 5 adults over 18 plus two teenagers. The weather was beautiful all week so the cottage size, for this group, was okay. Raoul was hesitant to rent to us concerned about our comfort. I assured him of our ability to coexist only because of the closeness of our family. If it had been a rainy week the trip could have been entirely different. The cottage is very well equipped and as a bonus we found 4 bottles of wine, coffee beans and grinder plus all the fixings for s'mores waiting on us. Nice flat screen but after fishing we played cards. The cottage has 4 different beautiful areas to relax outside with comfortable deck chairs. Nicely shaded, the lack of air conditioning was just slightly missed even though the sunny daytime temps were in the mid to hi 80's. My wife and I are out of shape 67 year-olds but the steps, taken slowly, were not an issue. Multiple trips to the dock were made by the teens. We made arrangements before hand to clean fish and store the 3 trailers off sight. There would have been ample room to store the trailers on the property. We wanted to respect the property, so only one fish was cleaned in a boat at the dock. We caught over 200 walleyes, mostly small. 35 were over 15" which provided 2 nice fish fries and some to freeze and take home. I would highly recommend this cottage for 4 people.
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10/10 Excellent

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Cozy and clean

We had a week long stay. The place was perfect for a family of four. We enjoyed the the water, near by attractions and really enjoyed the relaxation of the property. Great place to visit and reset. Raoul is a great host!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing lakeside vacation

We stayed at Grandpa Raouls for 4 nights and it was great! Location was perfect. Quiet and peaceful. Lovely lake with dock for fishing. My 5 year old son loved swimming in the lake. It was close to state park with swimming beach and trails . Only regret is we didn’t see a moose!😂 We would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 7, 2021
Thanks Maureen, you and your family are certainly welcome back here anytime coming all the way up here from South Carolina. Grandpa Raoul
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our family of 4

The house was perfect for us (2 adults and 2 kids, ages 8 and 11). We loved having access to the water every day. Many little extra details, including sheets, blankets, salt, pepper, spices, sharp knives, dishes, pots, pans, roasting sticks, 2 pie irons, and kiln-dried wood for the fire pits. The beds were comfortable and the house was warm enough. The rocky beach and chilly water meant that our water shoes and wetsuits were much appreciated. Even so, we enjoyed the water every day, by canoeing, kayaking, and playing on the innertubes/floaties that we brought. The lake's healthy tea color and waves made snorkeling a bit pointless, but my 11 year old gave it a good try (supervised and with a life vest). One particularly chilly day, we went for a hike at Iron Ore Heritage Trail. At night, we usually roasted marshmallows and settled down to watch one of our movie DVDs. We didn't miss wifi. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful

This property is right on the lake with beautiful views of the lake from the house. There is excellent privacy and the feel of being away from lots of people.We enjoyed the kayaks, swimming, and just sitting on the deck eating. The nearby state park has great hiking trails and nearby Marquette has excellent restaurants. I highly recommend this property
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2021
Thank you Grace for your kind words. I would be delighted to have you return some day. Grandpa Raoul
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