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Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!

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A kitchen with a large island, white bar stools, a view of the sea, and a dining area with blue chairs.
A grassy outdoor area with three blue chairs, a bench, and a lantern.
An outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs arranged in rows facing a wooden archway.
A cozy room with a bed, a table with a board game, and a view of the sea.
A room with a window overlooking a grassy area and a body of water. There is a lamp on a small table next to the window.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Northern Michigan University
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Marquette, MI
  • Place, Marquette Maritime Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Marquette Harbor Light
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen bed room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!

Thanks for checking out our beach home!

This home is on Lake Superior in one of Marquette's most remarkable locations. It is one of only two privately owned homes that are on the beach and yet still in town, where you can park your car and walk to everything. With wide, sweeping vistas of Lake Superior and the Marquette lighthouse, this home is literally steps to McCarty's Cove, a family friendly beach noted in USA Today’s “Best Small Towns for Adventure”. This home is near it all and away from it all, all at once!

From your home you can walk the beach with your morning coffee and watch the sun rise, then in the afternoon you can watch your children wriggle their toes in the clean Lake Superior sand and splash in its crystal clear waters. Come evening you can enjoy a meal and glass of wine while listening to the sound of the waves.

Walking into the home you are welcomed by an open kitchen surrounded by tall windows offering a 180 degree view of Lake Superior. There is a sun room open to the kitchen that provides a place to relax and take in the sights of the lake, McCarty’s Cove, and the Marquette Lighthouse.

The first floor includes a dining room, a living room with a gas fireplace, a bathroom with a washer and dryer, and a bunkbed room. Upstairs you’ll find two bedrooms, a bathroom and a sun room with floor to ceiling windows ideal for watching 1000 foot freighters glide by on Lake Superior.

This home sleeps nine people and includes one master bedroom with a king sized bed, one bedroom with a queen sized bed, a second story sun room with a day bed, a first floor bunk bed room, and a queen size pull out couch in the living room.

The home is well-appointed with a kitchen stocked with plenty of cookware, plates, glasses, and utensils. The bedrooms have comfortable linens and down comforters. The home has two bathrooms with an ample supply of towels. The home also includes WiFi and a smart TV in the living room.

Outside the home is a large deck with an outdoor dining set and outdoor seating perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine or frosty mug of beer while watching the waves roll onto the beach.

This is a four seasons home with a cool lake breeze providing air conditioning in the summer while protecting you late into the fall while you watch gale winds whip the waves into a frenzy from the comfort of your home. The home will keep you cozy during a U.P. winter storm and provide you a front row seat in the spring when the ice on the lake breaks up and ice bergs bob in the water.

If your ideal vacation involved parking the car for a week, you won't be disappointed. The city bike path is right in front of the home and you are walking distance to both the downtown and Third Street Village shops, restaurants, coffee houses, and brew pubs and within biking distance to Presque Isle Park. If adventure is on your list, you're just a short drive to waterfalls, vistas, and hiking, biking and running trails suited to any level of difficulty you desire.

Looking to exchange your "I do's" while overlooking Lake Superior? Please ask about hosting your wedding at the home. For an additional $1000.00 venue fee, the backyard can accommodate up to 60 chairs and the driveway can accommodate a 20' x 40' tent. Sorry, chairs and tent not included in the fee, but we can recommend a local vendor!

Please feel free to contact us so we can answer any questions you may have about the home or Marquette. We are locals and live just blocks away and are happy to help you make the most of your stay!
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 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1496193vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Marquette

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in East Side, a neighbourhood in Marquette. Marquette Harbor Light and Lakenenland Sculpture Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Marquette Maritime Museum and Upper Peninsula Children's Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Marquette, MI

What's nearby

  • McCarty Cove - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marquette Maritime Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Superior Dome - 8 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vango's Pizza & Cocktail Lounge - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Third Street Bagel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Iron Bay Restaurant & Drinkery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Velodrome Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dead River Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!?

As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations! on 1 Nov 2026 start from £571, 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 at Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations! located?

Nestled on the beach, this East Side holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Superior and Northern Michigan University. McCarty Cove and Marquette Harbor Light are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location with excellent property management and communication made our visit perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the lakeshore with convenient access to town and trail. Very cute property inside and out. Wish we had more time to spend there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks! Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly beautiful setting in a great town
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely charming nineteenth century home with fantastic in-town location and breathtaking expansive view of Lake Superior. Unforgettable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 4th time here and we’ll definitely be back! This place is the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place!!

Great location, great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! The location is incredible, easy walking. The waterfront is amazing. Our hosts were easy to communicate with and very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible view and home on Lake Superior. Hosted family getaway weekend and will definitely rebook again!Host response time was quick and helpful. Loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Great location, a clean and charming home! Love the view from the upstairs windows.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful beach house

Great location and great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We had a great time at the house
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacay

Awesome property, easy access to the beach and beautiful views from the home!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An incredible place. Superior location. Close enough to walk to everything, beach right there, great amenities. Really nice property. So happy we chose this place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Superior

Our stay was very enjoyable, clean, nice amenities and a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing time away

Another wonderful stay at this comfortable house overlooking Lake Superior.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marquette vacation

This is an awesome place to stay. The location is amazing. 10 out of 10 - will hopefully stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Love this cozy home! Second time staying here and have enjoyed it both in the Summer and Winter! It’s a great location for all Marquette has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Beach House

Beautiful location right on the beach. House is clean and has everything you need to a fun family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway and visit

The house was so quaint and homey. Perfect location for beach and town. We had a wonderful time exploring Marquette!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay

Location was unbeatable. Best of all worlds! Cute and comfortable house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet Lakefront Retreat

Wonderful hosts and a beautifully equipped home on Lake Superior.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Wonderful

Such a beautiful house and great renters. Location is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was great. The view was amazing. It was close to downtown and Presque Isle.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Greg & Kate

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My wife Kate and I have lived in Marquette since 2005. Kate is a Registered Nurse and I am a Professional Engineer. We both retired in 2017.

Kate and I are both outdoor enthusiasts and enjoy stepping out our front door and finding ourselves at the lake or in the woods within minutes. We both love trail running and the miles of trails that branch out from the City.

Why they chose this property

Kate and I bought this house in 2018. There are only four homes on the east side of Marquette that are on the beach and we viewed this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a house that was on the lake but still right in the middle of Marquette.

What makes this property unique

This home is only one of four homes in Marquette that are both on the beach and bike path and centrally located to everything Marquette has to offer.

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