Your own Nature Retreat, minutes from town and wilderness opportuntities

10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Explore the area

Marquette, MI

Sugarloaf Mountain2 min drive
Northern Michigan University5 min drive
Presque Isle Park8 min drive
Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)32 min drive

We really enjoyed staying here. It had everything we needed, was well-decorated, clean and comfortable. The property was...

Wendy T.

Sep 8, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This retreat space is the best of all worlds: it is conveniently located within a few minutes of Marquette and yet also a few minutes from of the best outdoor recreation in the upper midwest. It is situated on popular County Road 550 on six peaceful acres including a pond, trout stream, park like large yard, camp fire pit, gardens and woods. It is comfortable and restorative yet minutes from wilderness areas, Lake Superior beaches, hiking and mountain biking trails, downtown Marquette and shopping areas. Many of our guests enjoy the space as a destination in and of itself for personal renewal.

While not out exploring, you will enjoy this peaceful and bright home. The open floor plan makes it easy to enjoy each other’s company while making use of the well outfitted kitchen, relaxing in the living room and taking in views of back yard from the dining area. This easy flow of the space extends onto the porch where you will enjoy relaxing, dining or grilling. Stargazing, deer watching, campfires by the pond, sitting by the babbling stream, or soaking in the outdoor clawfoot tub all add to the unique experience of this special place.

Guest access
Entire living space, porch and large backyard are available to guests. There is plenty of parking.

Other things to note
Guests make use of the WiFi calling from their smart phones or make their calls from other locations during their stay. The cellular reception is intermittent but the cable WiFi is exceptional. A glamping space is available to rent in the woods on the adjacent property. The owner and guests may utilize the shared driveway to access the parcel during your stay. Your privacy in the backyard, porch and house will be maintained.

The glamping site is a new Amish built tiny house on wheels that sleeps two. You may add this on to your reservation for $85-$125/night depending on dates. It includes a complete kitchen, ac, water, shower, composting toilet and its own fire pit. It is a nature retreat space thus has no tv or WiFi, and very intermittent cell signals. Contact Melissa if you are interested.

Property manager

Melissa Middleton

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No candles or fires in the wood stove are allowed in the house. Please respect the quiet of the neighborhood

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

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Marquette

Located in Marquette, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead and Noquemanon Trail Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Marquette Harbor Light and Marquette Maritime Museum. Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and National Ski Hall of Fame are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Marquette, MI

What's nearby

Sugarloaf Mountain - 2 min drive
Northern Michigan University - 5 min drive
Superior Dome - 7 min drive
Presque Isle Park - 8 min drive
Marquette Harbor Light - 10 min drive

Getting around

Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
‪Applebee's - ‬11 min drive
‪Yoop Coop - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your own Nature Retreat, minutes from town and wilderness opportuntities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your own Nature Retreat, minutes from town and wilderness opportuntities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your own Nature Retreat, minutes from town and wilderness opportuntities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your own Nature Retreat, minutes from town and wilderness opportuntities located?

Located in the heart of Marquette, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Superior, Sugarloaf Mountain and Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead. Noquemanon Trail Trailhead and Northern Michigan University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

8 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful property and host!

We really enjoyed staying here. It had everything we needed, was well-decorated, clean and comfortable. The property was amazing. Especially the pond and trout stream. Melissa, the host, communicated well, was kind and gracious, and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was great! We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis S.

28 Sept 2022

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

Location, location, location!

I can’t emphasize how wonderful our visit was! This home was perfect for our long weekend getaway to Marquette. Perfectly detailed check-in, fast replies for questions. This home is located in the perfect location to enjoy town and the parks without additional excess driving. Exceptionally clean and comfortable! We look forward to another visit soon!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vlad S., White Lake, MI

7 Sept 2022

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

Good stay

Property is very well maintained, great back yard , wonderful and very helpful and responsive host. Location is also convenient; within few miles to walking and biking trails and short driving distance to downtown area. The only negative for us was proximity of the house to main road and it is very noticeable even inside the house due to noise from the road, otherwise I would have rated 5 stars.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

12 Aug 2022

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

Needed getaway

It was the best vacation we’ve had in years. Great house, location, and out host Melissa. We’d come back there again with no hesitation!! Thanks for your kindness? Matt and Gary

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linnea H.

14 July 2022

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

Close to trails, NMU and Phil’s 550

We enjoyed our stay, as we were in town for activities at NMU. NMU was about 5 min away. Many trailheads are close by, including a trail that runs parallel to the property (best found on google maps). As noted, this property is located on Hwy 550 and there is vehicle noise at certain points of the day. However, the fans provided in the bedrooms worked well to mask the noise while we were sleeping. This is a great place to be close to many wonderful adventure opportunities in the MQT area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Middleton

I revel in nature and love for people who share their passion for it. I enjoy bringing the two together in ways that celebrate adventure, health, peace, and renewal. I am fortunate to have these two properties that provide a get away from ordinary life to renew body and soul, explore and appreciate the beauty of our two peninsulas and two great lakes – Michigan and Superior. Both houses offer a peaceful retreat like experience yet are in close proximity to vibrant fun communities, the best outdoor recreation in the upper great lakes, and a feeling of small scale sustainability from adjacent orchards and gardens. The houses are clean and inviting. Campfire locations with either sunset over Lake Michigan or the idyllic creak and pond at Two Waters await.

Why they chose this property

The shore of Lake Superior and the town of Marquette captured my heart in 1991. I was able to permanently settle here in 1998 with the purchase of this home. I chose this house for its fabulous location and beautiful property. It's 6 acres are peaceful and have a diversity of ecosystems and uses including gardens, woods, wetlands, stream and pond. With all my favorite outdoor recreation areas just up the road a couple minutes and also only 10 minutes to downtown, the spot is ideal. The house was my primary residence for many years, and now I am happy to share its peaceful magic with you.

What makes this property unique

I love sitting at the dining room table and gazing out the picture window, watching deer, birds and the sky reflected on the pond. The home itself is cozy yet open and spacious. It is great for hosting my family and friends. I especially enjoy that I can be in Marquette in minutes and can also jump up the road a few minutes to Presque Isle, Sugarloaf, Wetmore or hop on my mountain bike and hit the miles of North Trails single track network. Afterwards, I can restore fully by the campfire, the babbling brook and stargazing from the outdoor tub.