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Pictured Rocks, snowmobiling, ice caves, biking, hiking, skiing, waterfalls,etc!

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Exterior
Kitchen - well stocked (bring your Keurig cups!)
Property grounds
Keyless entrance
Comfortable living room with large-screen tv, cable & Netflix

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Chatham, MI
  • Place, Alger County Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Island
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest

2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Pictured Rocks, snowmobiling, ice caves, biking, hiking, skiing, waterfalls,etc!

Welcome to the Coalwood Trail Duplex, conveniently located "downtown" in the quaint and quiet village of Chatham. The Coalwood Trail Duplex is your home base for everything the Central Upper Peninsula has to offer, including:

In spring / summer / fall:
* Pictured Rocks (golfing, hiking, kayaking, adventure & sightseeing boats)
* Au Train River (canoeing & kayaking)
* Valley Spur (hiking & biking)
* Laughing Whitefish Falls
* Red Barn weddings
* Fall color tours

In the winter:
* Valley Spur (cross-country skiing & snow biking)
* Ice caves in Eben

When you're not out enjoying everything the area has to offer, park your car, ATV, snowmobile, bike — or dogsled! — and walk to the Village pub/restaurant, grocery store, bank, post office, or ice cream shoppe.

The Coalwood Trail, also known as Snowmobile Trail #8, runs immediately behind the building and alongside the Slapneck Creek. Explore on foot, bike, ATV, or snowmachine.

One of two ground-level units in the building, this newly remodeled unit is fully equipped with all the amenities of home, including:
* Well-stocked kitchen, with all the dishes and cooking equipment you could need, as well as a host of small appliances including: standard coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker (bring your K cups!), bagel toaster, and smoothie blender
* Entrance hall with plenty of space to store your outerwear and gear
* Large-screen cable television
* Quiet and comfortable bedrooms overlooking Coalwood Trail
* In-unit laundry
* Keyless entry

If you're part of a larger group, you can rent both units in the duplex and sleep up to 18 across five bedrooms and four bathrooms.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Chatham

Chatham is home to this vacation home. Valley Spur and Pictured Rocks Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Laughing Whitefish Lake Preserve. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Chatham, MI

What's nearby

  • Alger County Fairgrounds - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Island - 23 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Munising Falls - 27 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Pictured Rocks Golf Club - 30 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 48 min drive - 62.7 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪New Moon Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Snack Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mikulich General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • Wally' Food Wagon

Frequently asked questions

Is Pictured Rocks, snowmobiling, ice caves, biking, hiking, skiing, waterfalls,etc! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pictured Rocks, snowmobiling, ice caves, biking, hiking, skiing, waterfalls,etc!?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pictured Rocks, snowmobiling, ice caves, biking, hiking, skiing, waterfalls,etc! on Apr 19, 2026 start from $295, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pictured Rocks, snowmobiling, ice caves, biking, hiking, skiing, waterfalls,etc!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pictured Rocks, snowmobiling, ice caves, biking, hiking, skiing, waterfalls,etc!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pictured Rocks, snowmobiling, ice caves, biking, hiking, skiing, waterfalls,etc! located?

Situated in Chatham, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Alger County Fairgrounds and Hiawatha National Forest. Eben Ice Caves and Canyon Falls & Gorge and Laughing Whitefish Lake Preserve are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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. 56 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean good place snowmobile right out the back it was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, clean, and conveniently located just a short drive to Munising and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina N.

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

Great place to stay

Had a great stay! Very clean and convenient for our family reunion!!! we will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place has everything you need. Very clean. Very nice. The grocery store and ice cream shop are well within walking distance in a friendly quiet little town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonella G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The duplex was clean and fully stocked, and the patio with grill and fire pit was fun w kids. Cute little town, mostly quiet and lovely walk to Co-op general store and Mama Cow’s Ice Cream - so lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

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

Nice place to lay our head

Place is just as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcin D.

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

Great property.

Very clean and comfortable cabin. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim s.

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

Hiking Trip

Had a wonderful time and great location. The property was perfect for our intentions!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

Weekend getaway

Clean, quiet and comfortable. Second visit and already planning to stay again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Great Stay

Great spot to stay between Marquette and the pictured rocks area. The unit was clean and well stocked. Communication with host was great, she responded back quickly when I messaged her. Will stay again if we head back up that way in the future. Overall, a great little spot for a family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ryan r.

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

Snowmobile trip

The place is clean and pictures are very accurate, the trail goes through the back yard
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohan T.

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

Great Accommodation

This place is great for comfortable family accommodation. Very spacious and clean place with all amenities available. Has a Cooperative tore around the corner, if anything is needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renzo B.

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

Nice accommodations

Great location. Next to ice cream, grocery and pub. Easy drive to the beach, picture rock cruise and national park. A lot of falls and hikes nearby. Owner was very responsive to all messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas W.

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

4th of July Vacation

Its in a quiet neighnorhood removed from alot but not far from anything. Lots of waterfalls or beaches or trails within short drive. Would be a place I would want to stay again if I visit that area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vic k.

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

Chatham house

We enjoyed our stay at the Chatham house very much. The locstion was great for our visit, near the Co-op grocery and Chatham Pub for food. The house was clean with plenty of room for our group. We recommend the Chatham home for rental to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Josey V.

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

Great place!

The host was friendly and knowledgeable. The home was clean and well furnished. The linens, bedding and mattresses were very comfortable! The close location to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore made this a perfect spot to stay on our family vacation. Thank you for the great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

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

Awesome!

We truly enjoyed our stay here. My entire family was able to stay in one place and absolutely everything we needed was there. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Pictured Rocks

We stayed here for our Pictured Rocks trip. What a nice place to stay. Very clean. The cell service there is spotty for sure. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

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

Great place to stay

Place was clean and had extremely great excess to snowmobile trail. Grocery store/hardware store right across street. Owners were very awesome. Even let us use there heated barn to fix snowmobiles during a break down. Let us use tools and even helped with issue we were having. Great people and great place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eva B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Family vacation

This exceeded my expectations! The only issue we had was communication regarding check in, but I easily contacted the manager via VRBO site. I would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darla B.

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

Pictured Rocks Trip

Great location to Pictured Rocks. The property was spotless and very well stocked. We had everything we needed and more. We appreciated the ample supply of towels. Great set up for couples. Nice area outside for camp fire. We would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joel D.

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

Snowmobile trip

Works great for snowmobiling!! Right on the trail
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

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

Perfect

We spent 3 nights here and it was perfect. The property had everything we needed and some things we didn't even think about, it had. It's all very new and clean, well thought out. Separate bathrooms for each bedroom was awesome. We used the grill and had a campfire (wood was included). Dishwasher and laundry saved the day. Met Martha and she was so warm & friendly. Planning on making this our regular meeting place with friends. Also liked the bar and Co-op around the corner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Nice layout and patio area

We really liked the layout of this property which was half of a duplex. There was a concrete patio with grill and fire pit. Originally I thought it was a shared patio area for both sides of the duplex but each side had their own. There was a wall unit for air conditioning and heat but also vents in the wall. We couldn't find the thermostat for the vents in the wall so cold air was coming out when it was already cold. I asked the owner about it and never received a reply. There was also no checkout requirements posted or given to us. I asked the owner about that also and never received a reply. I just messaged the owner about what we did for checkout before we left. We were in the area for Pictured Rocks and the waterfalls. Munising was about 20 minutes away but the drive was scenic and we quickly got used to the distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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