Cabin

Mud Creek Cottage waterfront acre lot & game-room

Photo gallery for Mud Creek Cottage waterfront acre lot & game-room

Large lot with water frontage
Spacious living room with smart TV
Spacious kitchen with dining table
Large bedroom with king size bed
Large bedroom with two full-size beds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Cheboygan, MI
  • Black Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Nicholas's Black River Vineyard and Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Aloha State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Mud Creek Cottage waterfront acre lot & game-room

Summary:
Experience pure Michigan in our charming Creek front cottage. Drop your kayak in the creek and paddle a short distance to Black lake. Enjoy boating, world class golf,spectacular fishing for perch,walleye,musky, bass, and winter sturgeon spearing. Enjoy snowmobiling,XC skiing,ATV – ORV,and the many trails of black mountain. Located 30 minutes from Mackinac Island ferry. Lots of public land nearby for hiking and hunting, or just relax on a spacious 1 acre lot with fire pit and game room!

The Space:
This cottage sits on almost an acre of land situated with 265 feet of Mud Creek frontage near Black Lake. Take your fishing boat, canoe, or kayaks through the culverts and make your way to Black Lake. The house is 2 bedrooms and one bath with a 2 car detached garage (available upon request), log cabin game room,wood shed, and boathouse

Guest Access:
Guest will have access to the main house and boat house where you will find a 2 person kayak and a single person kayak along with life vest. Guests will also have access to the game room that has games such as darts, air hockey , Foosball, Pool, Shuffleboard, Ping Pong, Chess, Checkers, Bowling,Backgammon, and a poker table.

The Neighborhood:
The house is located across the street from blacks Lake. Mud creek runs through the back yard. The home is situated on a one acre lot surrounded by trees for optimum privacy and a peaceful ambiance.

Here's an expanded list of things to do in Cheboygan, Michigan, on Black Lake for all seasons:

**Spring:**
1. **Fishing:** Spring is an excellent time for fishing as the fish become more active. Cast your line from the shores or rent a boat to explore different fishing spots on the lake.
2. **Birdwatching:** Witness the arrival of migratory birds as they return to the area for the breeding season. Bring your binoculars and spot a variety of bird species around the lake and nearby wetlands.
3. **Hiking:** Enjoy the mild temperatures and budding foliage by exploring the hiking trails surrounding Black Lake. Look for wildflowers blooming along the trails and enjoy the tranquil ambiance of the springtime forest.

**Summer:**
1. **Boating:** Take advantage of the warm weather by renting a boat and exploring the expansive waters of Black Lake. Whether you prefer motorboating, sailing, or canoeing, there's plenty of space to enjoy water activities.
2. **Swimming:** Cool off on hot summer days by taking a refreshing swim in Black Lake's clear waters. Find a designated swimming area or simply wade in from the shore for a relaxing dip.
3. **Picnicking and BBQ:** Pack a picnic basket with your favorite snacks and head to one of the lakeside picnic areas for a leisurely meal. Bring along a portable grill for a BBQ cookout with family and friends.

**Fall:**
1. **Leaf Peeping:** Experience the stunning fall foliage as the leaves change color around Black Lake. Take a scenic drive or hike along the shoreline to admire the vibrant hues of red, orange, and yellow.
2. **Hunting:** Fall is hunting season in Michigan, and Black Lake offers opportunities for hunting deer, small game, and waterfowl in designated areas. Make sure to obtain the necessary permits and follow all regulations.
3. **Campfires:** Enjoy the crisp autumn evenings by gathering around a campfire with loved ones. Roast marshmallows, share stories, and soak in the cozy atmosphere as the stars twinkle overhead.

**Winter:**
1. **Ice Fishing:** When Black Lake freezes over, it becomes a popular destination for ice fishing. Drill a hole in the ice, drop your line, and wait for a bite from species like perch, walleye, and pike.
2. **Snowmobiling:** Explore the winter wonderland surrounding Black Lake on a snowmobile. Traverse snowy trails and enjoy scenic views of the frozen landscape as you zip through the woods.
3. **Ice Skating:** If conditions permit, lace up your ice skates and glide across the smooth surface of Black Lake. Find a cleared area or join locals for a friendly game of ice hockey.

No matter the season, Cheboygan and Black Lake offer an abundance of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy year-round.

Getting Around:
In the winter guest may need a 4 wheel drive vehicle to access the property due to snow. There is plenty of parking in the driveway for vehicle, boats, and recreational vehicles.

Other Things to Note:
Home is on septic. Please do not flush anything in the toilet except toilet paper. Please do not put any food scraps or meat fats down the sink drain.

Interaction with Guests:
If you need anything during your stay feel free to message me on the Airbnb app.

Property manager

Brandon
Premier Host

Languages

English
Lock

Protect your payment — always book on Vrbo

If someone asks you to book through them or pay them directly before you book on Vrbo, report it.

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking and/or drugs of any kind. Doing so will result in you being asked to leave the premises No parties No shooting any type of gun or weap...

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 area

Cheboygan

Located in Cheboygan, this cabin is on the waterfront. Rippling Rapids Golf Club and Black Lake 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 Cain's Creek Swamp Nature Preserve and G.C. Nature Preserve.
Map
Cheboygan, MI

What's nearby

  • Black Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Black Lake Golf Club - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Nicholas's Black River Vineyard and Winery - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Onaway State Park - 17 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Aloha State Park - 19 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dirty Duck - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪211 Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Black Mountain Lodge - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Lorenzo's Pizza Parlor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bluffs on Black Lake - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mud Creek Cottage waterfront acre lot & game-room pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Mud Creek Cottage waterfront acre lot & game-room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mud Creek Cottage waterfront acre lot & game-room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mud Creek Cottage waterfront acre lot & game-room located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Black Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Cain's Creek Swamp Nature Preserve and Rippling Rapids Golf Club. Black Lake Golf Club and Grant Township Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie F.

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

Cute little cabin away from it all

It was quiet and clean with everything we needed including a creek to sit by!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private and peaceful. Excellent for star gazing at night. Next to road that takes you to Cheboygan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

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

Peaceful getaway

This was a perfect place for our trip to visit family and Mackinac Island. Very quiet and had everything we needed. We didnt have time to enjoy the extras but the kayaks and separate game room would be great for someone that was there longer. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

Cozy Cabin by the Creek

My husband and I stayed for 3 nights with our 2 dogs. The cabin was very clean, cozy and quiet! It’s in the woods by the cute creek so make sure you have bug spray! The Alverno Market was close by and had most everything you’d need including fresh hand sliced bacon to order. Was a nice place to stay for our trip to Mackinaw City/ Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie W.

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

Great time at mud creek cabin!

We stayed here with our small family which included two small children and our dog! Our dog loved the big yard to fetch :) Everyone had a blast on the property and enjoyed the cabin. It was so nice having a full kitchen as well as we grilled outside. It was HOT outside during our stay so we appreciated AC units in every room, even in the game room. Brandon was a fantastic host and checked in mid stay to see if we needed anything. His communication was always prompt which I appreciated as well. We will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

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

Winter Weekend Stay

We stayed at this property for a short winter weekend visit to the area. The house was clean and comfortable, and the property was just as described. Brandon was a great host. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Relaxing Place to Stay

My husband and I traveled around Lake Michigan and this was one of our stops for one night. Had a great time relaxing by the outside fire pit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy m.

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

Great up north adventure

Stayed here with my Grandkids and they enjoyed it very much. The cabin has a nice setup and has everything you need. There are swimming areas nearby and a waterfall with swimming and great places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Singles cruise/color tour 2024

It was clean and just what we needed! Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Mud creek wasn’t as described. The game room was very tiny for teenagers. It was one of the major reasons for choosing the place, but the kids couldn’t even hang out in there. Another misconception was the sleeping options in the living room. The couch didn’t fold out and the chair was uncomfortable. While the place seemed clean, upon further inspection, my husband found dog poop in a corner. There are so many bugs at the creek that it was very hard to hang out outside. They should have bug zappers around the property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Awesome

We had a great time at Mud Creek Cottage! Super easy check and out process and our host responded so quickly when we reached out. Very clean and cute cottage and property! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Quaint Family Getaway

Just what we needed…quiet & homey. We wanted to do it all, so we picked this cottage that was close enough to Mackinac Island, near woods for ATV-ing, family game nights & s’mores around the fire. Mud Creek didn’t disappoint!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

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

Up North Vacation

We had an amazing time in Cheboygan!! Excellent communication and had what we needed when we needed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

Great northern Michigan getaway!

Stayed for a week with family. Very clean and has everything you need. Great place that is centrally located. Easy process and Brandon was great to deal with. Lot's of things to do locally and only 45 minutes from the bridge! Willhereagain!again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Excellent!

From start to finish, our experience with Brandon & Mud Creek Cottage was fantastic! Had all the amenities and charm one could ask for in an up north cottage. We loved it and hope to rent again. One minor suggestion is to add small bedside lamps. Otherwise, 100% satisfied. Don’t hesitate to rent Mid Creek Cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Dont stay here if you're pulling a big trailer

I lost my phone and my host brandon never returned my wifes calls or messages. Luckily i remembered i have gmail on my phone, or i never wouldve got in. Also the driveway had 2 feet of snow in it, and there is nowhere to turn a snowmobile hauling rig around.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

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

Memory Making

Had an amazing time with my family making memories to last a lifetime. I grew up most of my life coming up to the area and my parents had lived near the location. My girls enjoyed kayaking everyday, bon fire 🔥, hearing the elk bugle, fishing in the river, Ocqueoc falls, and making big dinners. The game room is a great space too. My girls want to come back every year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

Excellent cabin & phenomenal communication

I booked this place last minute when nasty weather determined that our camping group needed drier accommodations than a tent. Host communication was quick and very helpful! We were pleasantly surprised by the updates and available items in the cabin. The only thing that would have been perfect was a/c but the new lights/fans in every room did an incredible job keeping us cool. The kids loved the game house (it's a separate building from the main cabin). Thank you, Brandon!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Cute cabin!

It was a wonderful cabin for a weekend getaway for my friends and I. Our dog also came and had a good yard to run around in! The cabin had a game room, kayaks, a cute creek right behind the house, and a bonfire pit. The cabin itself was very clean. The kitchen was a huge plus for us bc we all love to cook! It had all your basics - pots, pans, plates, bowls, glasses, cooking utensils, microwave, and coffee maker. The cabin was in a nice and quiet area. Just about 5-10 minutes away from a couple state parks with beaches. Brandon was very communicative and friendly! Whenever i had a question, he would respond within a couple of minutes. He had an a/c put it during our stay as well! 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

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

Weekend getaway

The cottage was very clean, lots of extra touches. There are phone usb chargers on the nightstand just bring your cords. Also, there is a full spice rack in the kitchen. There is a mosquito zapper for outside with a battery bank to use. The property was off the main road but very secluded, separated from the road by trees and a guard rail so we could leave our dog lose in the yard while we were outside. We missed the address the first time thru since you can’t see the house from the road. The best recommendations: go to Ocqueoc Falls, you can actually swim by the rapids and there are also hiking trails. Our dog loved the hiking and the falls. Also, eat at M33 pier located close to downtown Cheboygan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

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

Peaceful Cabin

Our stay at the cabin was great. We really enjoyed the peacefulness. It was in a perfect location for all the places we went and stopped at. We enjoyed staying in and cooking. Everything you needed to make meals with was there. We saw some fish in the river and enjoyed walking around the property. Brandon was great to get in touch with. He responded quickly when we had a few questions. Everything was great. Would for sure stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Family of 6 made it work

The cabin is not for this large of a group, but otherwise it was absolutely perfect. Bring bug spray! the boys loved the game room and as a base it was well located.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl A.

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

excellent communication, very clean, fun place for down time.

we were there only 2 nights because we were going to Mackinaw but really liked the place. Me and my granddaughter enjoyed the game room. I would stay there again. It was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great stay

We had a really great time. Our stay was to short but location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Brandon

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests