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Wilderness Escape: BBQs, Bonfires & Backwoods Adventures Await!

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A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with wooden chairs, a sofa, and a TV in a living room.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedding, a bedside table, and a door leading to another room.
A single-story house with large sliding glass doors, a covered patio, and a chimney.
A modern living room with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa. Large windows provide a view of a snowy outdoor area.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cheboygan, MI
  • Place, Cheboygan Opera House
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheboygan Marina
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheboygan River Front Range Light
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd bedroom (Main Floor)

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Room (Main Floor)

2 Single Bunk Beds

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Main Floor

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Wilderness Escape: BBQs, Bonfires & Backwoods Adventures Await!

WILDERNESS ESCAPE
SLEEPS: 8
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 2

* 15 Minutes from Mackinaw Ferry Launch
* 8 Minutes from downtown Cheboygan
* Pets allowed
* ATV and Snowmobile trails nearby

Discover the perfect getaway at Wilderness Escape, comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Located just 15 minutes from the Mackinaw Ferry Launch and 8 minutes from downtown Cheboygan, this retreat offers both convenience and serenity. Pet-friendly and positioned close to thrilling ATV and snowmobile trails, it's an ideal spot for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Yes, Central Air!

ATV's: Yes, from property.

Animals: Deer, Coyotes, Hawks

Bathrooms:
Main Level
Bathroom #1: Attached to Master Bedroom- Shower w/seat, sink, toilet
Bathroom #2: Shower, tub, sink, toilet


Beach/Swimming: Not on property but public beaches within 15 minutes

Bedroom Configurations:
Main Level
Bedroom #1- Master Bedroom with attached bathroom- King size bed
Bedroom #2- Queen size Bed
Bedroom #3- 2 Bunkbeds

Boat Launch: Cheboygan County Marina (6 Miles) or Point Nipigon (2.1 miles away)

Cable: There is not traditional cable available for this area

Cell Phone Service: Most major providers have good service.

Coffee Maker: Keurig and K-cups provided.

Distances:
* Headlands Dark-Sky Park: 23 minutes (15 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge 18 min (13 miles)
* Petoskey State Park: 44 min (35 miles)
* Roger's City: 49 min (46 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1hr 43 min (94 miles)
* Traverse City: 2hrs (113 miles)
* Tunnel of Trees: 48 min (38 miles)

Drinking Water: Well water (5 stage purification whole home system)

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: There is not a fireplace in this home.

Fire-pit: Yes

Fishing: Sport fishing and charters available in Cheboygan

Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.

Golf: The Mackinaw Club Golf Course 20 min (14 mi)

Grill: Propane

Grocery Store: Family Fare 12 min (6.6 mi) and Walmart 13 Min (7.3 mi)

Handicap Friendly: The entryway does have a step up, but all of the doors are extra wide, and the Master Bedroom shower does have a built-in seat.


Heat: Propane forced air

Hunting: There is state land across the road, but license is required

Internet: AT&T Hotspot

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: Plenty of parking for 4 vehicles and trailers. There is a backup area as well.

Pets: Yes! 2 pet maximum. Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: There are neighbors to the one side but there are woods in between homes so relatively private.

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground. Guests are welcome to ride from property to nearby trails.
- Cheboygan County Trails (10-15 minutes)
- North Central Michigan Trails (15-20 minutes)
- Pigeon River Country Trails (20-25 minutes)

Space: Ranch style home, brand new build.

Seniors: Welcome, everything is on one floor.

Televisions: 55" smart TV with streaming in main living, 42" smart TV with streaming in Master bedroom

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided.

Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling (10-25 minutes): Explore snowmobile trails in Cheboygan County, Pigeon River Country State Forest, and North Central Michigan. (Guests are welcome to ride from trails)
* Ice Fishing (10-15 minutes): Ice fish on nearby lakes like Mullett Lake or Black Lake.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing (15-20 minutes): Trails at Cheboygan State Park and Pigeon River Country State Forest.
* Winter Hiking (15-20 minutes): Enjoy winter hikes at Cheboygan State Park or Black Mountain Recreation Area.

Wood: Not provided but plenty of places to pick some up along the way
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 9786546
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cheboygan

Located in Cheboygan, this holiday home is in a rural area. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Cheboygan, MI

What's nearby

  • Cheboygan Opera House - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Cheboygan Marina - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Cheboygan River Front Range Light - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Turner Park - 12 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Duncan City Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cheboygan Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wilderness Escape: BBQs, Bonfires & Backwoods Adventures Await! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wilderness Escape: BBQs, Bonfires & Backwoods Adventures Await!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wilderness Escape: BBQs, Bonfires & Backwoods Adventures Await!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wilderness Escape: BBQs, Bonfires & Backwoods Adventures Await!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wilderness Escape: BBQs, Bonfires & Backwoods Adventures Await! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Huron and within 6 miles (10 km) of Cheboygan Opera House and Cheboygan River Front Range Light. Cheboygan Marina and Turner Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals

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Freshwater Vacation Rentals
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We offer an unparalleled selection of properties across the state-from private islands and large family lodges to peaceful Great Lakes getaways. We specialize in finding your ideal setting, whether it's a social spot where you can enjoy evening fires with neighbors, or a remote retreat where you won't see another soul.
Our philosophy: We work hard so you don't have to. As both owners and property managers for nearly two decades (since our start with Republic island and the Rapid River Lodge), we offer a unique, insider perspective. Our mission is to guarantee our guests a wonderful experience and help our owners maximize their investment. Give us a call, and we'll find the right fit for you!

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