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Cozy and quiet northern cabin with fabulous lake views and screen porch.

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Republic, MI
  • Place, Van Riper State Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Trout Lake
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Mountain
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds and 4 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy and quiet northern cabin with fabulous lake views and screen porch.

Welcome to the Puffin Ln Cottage, we're so excited to share it with you! Located 2.5 miles off M95 on Island Lake in Republic, this cute cottage has plenty of amenities for your Up North getaway. The cottage has a large living room for all your friends and family to gather. There is an updated and fully stocked kitchen, walk-in pantry, breakfast bar and large dinette. Escape the bugs and the rain on the screened porch with beautiful lake views. Bedroom 1 is on the main level with a king sized bed. Bedroom 2 is on the second level and has 2 full beds and 4 twin beds (bunk beds). Outside is a large deck with seating, a quaint firepit area, and a private dock. The lake has a rocky entry and is immediately 2-3ft deep then goes to 5 feet pretty quickly. The max depth on this side of the lake is 11', but does have a deeper hole on the other side of the island that's around 30'. This cottage is located behind the island and cannot be seen from the main road, which adds to the private nature of this cottage. Island Lake is around 50 acres and plenty of scenery to enjoy while kayaking. **Please note that the last 3/4 of a mile is a two track road that is rutty and rocky. An SUV or larger vehicle is best on this road. The bright side of that is no one is going to be zipping up and down the road, so it's very quiet back by us! At this cottage you're about 15 minutes to South Republic, 20 to North Republic, 50 minutes from Marquette and Lake Superior. Nearest full grocery store is in Ishpeming, about 35-40 minutes away, although basic items can be bought in both South and North Republic, including gasoline. My favorite things to do: Have all you can eat spaghetti dinner at the Summer Place in North Republic, then jump into the Pine Grove next door for an Old Fashioned. Take a day trip (or half day) to Marquette and spend some time relaxing and rock picking at Lake Superior. Be sure to eat at one of their fabulous restaurants and shop their charming downtown. Take a day trip to see waterfalls. Some of our favorites are Bond Falls, Dead River Falls, and Canyon Falls. All of which are about 1-1.5 hours away, so leave in the morning and be back by lunch! At the cottage, play games on a rainy day in the screen porch. Enjoy a s'mores by the fire. Spend the day swimming, kayaking, and watching eagles.
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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Republic

Republic is home to this cabin. 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 Humboldt Township Park and Gamber-Brisky Preserve.
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Republic, MI

What's nearby

  • Humboldt Township Hall - 29 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Van Riper State Park - 32 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Trout Lake - 43 min drive - 66.1 km
  • Da Yoopers Tourist Trap and Museum - 44 min drive - 61.3 km
  • Pine Mountain - 51 min drive - 68.0 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Lake Resort - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy and quiet northern cabin with fabulous lake views and screen porch. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy and quiet northern cabin with fabulous lake views and screen porch. ?

As of Apr 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy and quiet northern cabin with fabulous lake views and screen porch. on Jul 6, 2026 start from $200, 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 Cozy and quiet northern cabin with fabulous lake views and screen porch. ?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy and quiet northern cabin with fabulous lake views and screen porch. ?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cozy and quiet northern cabin with fabulous lake views and screen porch. located?

Situated in Republic, this cabin is within 25 mi (40 km) of Humboldt Township Park, Humboldt Township Hall, and Berle LaPin - Veterans Memorial Park. Champion Township Hall and Van Riper State Park are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dexter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, secluded , everything as advertised or better
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean nice hideaway by a lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin. Very nice inside, updated nicely. Very quiet area. Be prepared for the 2 rut roads going into the property, but worth it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here, lots of room, pretty lake. It was warmer than we liked for hunting but open windows and fans kept us very comfortable. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Awesome property

We had a great time vacationing as a family! The kids had a blast learning how to kayak, exploring the lake, jumping off the dock, and fishing!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enily J.

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

Lovely sunsets

This cabin was a wonderful getaway in the Michigan wilderness. The porch was lovely and the sunsets magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Terra R.

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

Great place to stay in the UP

We had a great, relaxing stay. This cabin is pretty remote, but if you are looking to unwind and unplug it is perfect. It has all the essentials needed: kitchen stuff, towels, games, kayaks, life jackets, dvds, blankets, fire pit, etc.. Be sure to bring bottled water for drinking, we used tap for cooking and coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel L.

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

Best Trip Ever

This cabin was perfect for being in the beautigul UP wilderness but still having a comfy and clean little house to relax and cook food in! Kristin was so helpful the whole time and we absolutely loved staying here! We want to come back every summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very pleasant, all was exactly as described. The setting was wonderful, quiet and secluded. All emenities were available, in great shape. The cottage is spotless and warm. The master bed was very comfortable. The water is not as bad as described. The road in is just as described but normal for the area. Wifi is not available, we did have Internet access with our phones, ATT service, one bar but it worked. We would return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

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

Clean comfortable cabin

Everything was great, we were warned about the smelly water so we planned accordingly. The night skies were incredible. We bird hunted from dawn to dusk so we didn’t take advantage of the lake or outdoor features. Overall a great place to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

Father/Sons get away

A week a friend and myself get to spend with our adult sons. Worked out fantastic for our trip. No Internet or satellite TV was a little bit of a downer at first but we adjusted and actually got to spend more time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet place to escape. There are neighbors on the next property over, but there's plenty of space and trees between. No WiFi and being just on the edge of cellular connectivity were good challenges to enforce a true disconnection for the week. Kayaks, grill, screened-in porch, and even a hammock we found were enjoyed. Mosquitoes were barely noticeable. There's a small but decent DVD collection to peruse. Local dirt road is very narrow, but we didn't have to pass anyone during our stay. Nearest large grocery stores are about 45 min away (either Iron Mountain or Ishpeming/Marquette, depending on where you're coming from).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

The most perfect getaway we've ever had so far...

I can't say enough about this rental. Extremely remote! No cell coverage, no WiFi, and 40 minutes anything! Loved it. Cabin was wonderful. Clean. Plenty of room for the five of us. Came with kayaks that the kids used everyday. We fished everyday on our very own lake 20ft from the cabin. I personally loved the knotty pine of the older section of the cabin. Absolutely loved the screened in back porch, sat there most morning drinking my coffee. Met Jim and Lisa that lived at the end of the two track getting to the cabin. Extremely nice people. Over all it was such a great time the kids asked if we could go back 2 weeks next year. The only 2 issues we had were very minor. First, one bathroom for the 5 of us took a lot of work with showers, bathroom breaks, and getting ready. Second, was the iron in the water. The water in the toilet, shower, faucet and ice maker all had a brown tinge. We had bottled water already to drink so it wasn't a huge deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kristin Burkart

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Hi! We are Dave and Kristin Burkart. We are from a charming little town just north of Milwaukee. We have family in the area and spend a lot of time here in the U.P. We rented cabins for many, many years before we bought our own. We love being hosts because we know how many memories are made at cottages in the woods and love providing a space for friends and families to gather and have a wonderful time together.

Why they chose this property

I learned to swim and fish in the lakes in this area. There is something so beautiful and peaceful about this part of the U.P. There might not be many attractions near by but we love that. We love enjoying the quiet, watching nature, the smell of fresh air. The beauty and quaintness of this area is truly unmatched.

What makes this property unique

The expansive lake views, and Island Lake being a very quiet and peaceful lake. Having a screened porch is a huge bonus, especially on buggy nights. Part of this cottage is so cozy and charming, but it also has modern upgrades so guests have the comfort of home.

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