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Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres.

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Exterior
Livingroom view.
Kitchen, dining table, livingroom in the background.
Ladder up to loft. Loft runs the length of the house.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Marquette, MI
  • Place, Sugarloaf Mountain
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Presque Isle Recreation Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres.

The "Ray's Random Point" is a quiet, isolated oasis on 300 feet of Lake Superior beach, trout pond, and 10 wooded acres. This enchanted location is only 5 miles from downtown Marquette with easy access to Northern Michigan University, numerous restaurants, shops, hiking & biking trails, and regional events.

*Please note*… We offer two different lodging experiences on this property. The main home and the apartment above the detached garage.

This is the U.P. at it's finest. This enchanted location is only 5 miles from downtown Marquette with easy access to Northern Michigan University, numerous restaurants, shops, hiking & biking trails, and regional events.
After turning off the main road, you will meander 1/2 mile down a paved and gravel driveway through the woods and down toward majestic Lake Superior. Upon arrival, you will hear birds, the wind through the trees, and the water lapping (or crashing!). We adore this place because of the peacefulness and isolation, yet convenience to town.

The house is accessed via a short walking bridge over a constantly-running stream. This stream flows out of the spring-fed trout pond.

* This house was built by our parents. It is now a multi-family-owned treasure. All of the siblings still use the property periodically. This means that unlike a hotel, we are sharing our HOME with you. The goal is for you to feel welcome and at home. Our parents loved to share this special place with many people. We purposely leave clean slippers and jackets at the front door for your comfort. You will see family photos on the wall. Two closets hold family items and are not to be used by guests. Otherwise, please make yourself at home and enjoy!

* The main living space is on the 2nd floor (which means amazing views, and also stairs.
* You will have a fully stocked kitchen to prepare all your meals. Fully stocked means high-quality pots, pans, appliances, oil, spices, coffee, and tea.
* Sleeping set-up: Bedroom #1 s on the 2nd floor, and has a king-size bed, with French-door access to a deck overlooking Lake Superior. Bedroom #2 is on the 1st floor, has a queen-size bed, also with French-door access to a deck overlooking the lake. There is a large loft running the entire length of the house which s accessed via a sturdy ladder, and has two, single mattresses.
* All linens are 100% cotton. And there are plenty of comfy pillows.
* Vaulted ceiling, and lots of windows.
* Water: The tap water is perhaps the best water you will ever taste. Comes fresh from a well and springs on the property. (tested regularly)
* Two outside decks (one with a roof) with outdoor seating and grill.
* Wi-Fi and cable TV. The system was recently upgraded so you have very good internet access. Cell reception is spotty. Texting works fine, but phone calls may be challenging.
* TV in the livingroom. The downstairs bedroom also has a large-screen and surround sound for optimal movie-watching. (But the Lake may be more entertaining:)
* Short, sandy trail down to the beach. Shallow, sandy cove for swimming. There is currently a small sandy beach. Please know that Lake Superior is very dynamic. We have had a huge beach and we have had a rocky beach. Literally, because of the high water, the beach now changes week to week depending upon water and wind movement. We can not guarantee what the beach will look like. Talk to Grandmother Gitchee Gumee (Lake Superior) about that.
* We do NOT provide kayaks or any watercraft. You may bring your own. If you do, please bring life jackets as well.
* A/C
* For November-April rentals, 4WD or AWD vehicle is REQUIRED to navigate the steep hill.
* There is a beautiful, new sauna that is shared between the two rentals on the property. It seats 6-8 people and has large picture windows with stunning views of Lake Superior.
* You will likely be overwhelmed by Lake Superior expanding in front of your house. However, you may also be enchanted by a spring fed pond resting alongside the driveway with Blue Heron, Mallard Ducks, Kingfisher, and Bull Frogs. Yet of more interest to some are the Brook and Rainbow trout hidden within the pond. We have provided fish food pellets and feeding them is a delight. (Please, NO fishing)

Access to trails:
1 mile to Sugarloaf
2 miles to Hogsback, North Country Trail and Noquemanon Trails
4 miles to Little Presque Isle and Harlow Lake
And many, many more....!
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 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If both this main home and Random Point Apartment are rented by the same group, events/parties may be possible with prior permission.
There may be other guests in the apartment located above the detached garage. Please be respectful (quiet).
Please remove (or clean) shoes at the door to minimize sand and dirt in the house. Do respect Lake Superior as it can be quite dangerous. Be safe!

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Marquette

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Sugar Loaf, a neighbourhood in Marquette. Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Little Presque Isle Recreation Area. Marquette Maritime Museum and Marquette Harbor Light are also worth visiting.
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Marquette, MI

What's nearby

  • Sugarloaf Mountain - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Little Presque Isle Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Noquemanon Trail Trailhead - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Northern Lights Dining - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres.?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres. on 10 Apr 2026 start from £556, 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 Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet, secluded oasis with 300 ft of Lake Superior beach and 10 wooded acres. located?

Located in Sugar Loaf, this holiday home is steps from Lake Superior and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sugarloaf Mountain and Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead. Noquemanon Trail Trailhead and Hidden Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Fantastic Getaway

Jen and Lizzy were EXCELLENT hosts and the property was FANTASTIC!Our weather went from extremely hot (100) to downright cold by the end of the week (50s). The views and the SAUNA were excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our new go to in Marquette! We love seeing and talking to Jennifer and Lizzy. The house and grounds are so quiet. My favorite spot is up the hill on the rock looking out over the bay while listening to the wind chimes.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick T.

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

Fantastic Trip

The home captured what anyone would want when they are vacationing in the UP. The views of the lake are stunning and the house was very comfortable for our family to stay in. It is far enough from town to be secluded but in a location that everything is easy to get to. We had a fantastic stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel B.

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

Beautiful House and Property

Have been coming to Marquette with a group of friends in September for the past ten years. This is easily the most beautiful property we have found to stay at. Could not recommend this property enough to anyone who is in need of either a quiet secluded getaway or has a large family (if you got the apartment garage rental that my group did not need) that wants bonding time with a private beachfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Adult Treehouse!

Beautiful views surround this UP jewel. So great to watch Mother Superior shift her moods whilst in the protection of a sturdy "treehouse". Quality products throughout esp in the kitchen & bath. Beds were very comfortable. Living room furniture was a cool modern look, but a physical challenge for tall folks with bad backs (low to the ground & not comfortable). Overall great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculate property with a view to die for. Pictures do NOT do it justice!! My friends and I had planned to go to downtown Marquette but the home and property were so beautiful that we ended up staying there the entire time. We were nervous that the beach may be rocky, but it was one of the sandiest beaches I’ve ever been on, even pretty far out into the water. Great home for any group of people to enjoy. Quite a few small trinkets in the home so beware if you have little ones (mine were not with me so it was a non-issue). Truly my only complaint is the kitchen table and the chairs with it just do not work together, your legs can’t get under the table. However, that was a VERY minor blip in an otherwise perfect long weekend. Thank you to the owners for sharing this beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Great vacation home!

The view is outstanding! We loved sitting out on the covered deck and listening to the water. Made for a very relaxing week. The owners were very responsive and friendly. The wifi was great and worked well the entire time we were there. The house is very private and quiet yet is close enough to Marquette to drive into town for dinner or to pickup something from the store. We would definitely come back here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc L.

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

Incredible location, beautiful house, only 4 stars

The online photos do not really show how incredible the view and location are. It was stunning! Location 6 stars out of 5. The owners were very responsive and helpful in all communications. So why not 5 stars? When we arrived at the house there were shoes at the front door, coats on the rack, fresh meat in the refrigerator, mail on the counters, jewelry in the bathroom, and clothes in all the closets. I phoned the contact number as I assumed there was a mistake with the booking and someone else was staying in the house. I was reassured they were expecting us and this is the way the house is as the owners use it regularly. Like other postings, I found this a bit weird and strange. One of our party had no issues with this at all, but i always felt someone else was staying there. The downstairs wing was nice with the bedroom having it's own bathroom, but no closet. That said, I would request stay here again! That view........
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

July 2019

Our stay at this quiet, isolated oasis on Lake Superior was very peaceful and relaxing. The location was convenient to things we wanted to do and the home provided a great place to rest and enjoy the view which was beautiful. The beach was rocky while we there but it was enjoyable to walk around and look for unique rocks. Swimming was refreshing! Feeding the trout in the nearby pond with the food provided was also fun. There was a brief water supply issue, but the owners were very responsive and it was fixed the next morning. I would recommend this spot for anyone looking for a peaceful stay on the lake shore.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Very nice place

Touring the upper peninsula. What a beautiful place to enjoy for a couple days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Vanessa N.

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

Beautiful location - house needs a little work

The setting of the house and overall location were beautiful! However, there were a couple of negatives about the visit. The first was that the VRBO listing showed a trout pond, but said nothing about the fact that you were not allowed to fish in it (which we learned once we arrived at the house). The second was that the house was filled with the personal effects of the couple who had lived there. From what I could glean from some Google-sleuthing, it is my understanding that the couple passed away about a year and a half ago and that the house was currently owned by the children of the couple. However, the couples' personal effects had not been fully removed from the house. There were clothes and jewelry in the closet, a fridge full of outdated food items, personal banking information and even medicine cabinets with medications in them. Though this might seem like a trivial complaint to some, it made myself and my family feel as though we were intruding as unwelcome guests into someone's home. For this home to be a successful vacation rental, I would strongly suggest that the owners remove the personal items from the home. I understand that it can be a difficult thing to go through a loved ones things after they have passed, but I feel that it is worse to allow strangers to traipse into a loved one’s home without first removing all of the personal affects. Additionally, there were some maintenance items that should be addressed - there was a light bulb burned out in the shower, a non-functioning drain in the bath tub and the kitchen appliances could use some upgrading. The final negative was regarding the check-out process. In my stays at other vacation rentals, there is always a notebook with the dos/don'ts of a property and what to do when leaving the property (where to take the trash, etc). The only "rules" I could find were, "don't fish in the trout pond and don't climb on the island off the coast". However, I will say that the property manager was very quick to respond to the 2 text messages I sent regarding whether the alcohol and food left in the fridge was available for our use and where the garbage cans were. All in all, the rental could be a great choice for a stay in Marquette as long as the above is addressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

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

Great lakes Great home!

What a fabulous place. I brought two teen boys, both over 6' tall, and my teen daughter and we had the greatest time. Plenty of fabulous beds , and the boys took the loft aka "bro zone" . Pictures cant show how amazing this place is. The house was seriously thought out and from what I can tell, this was a family's dream retreat. Kids really enjoyed the pictures everywhere of the owners with all the people and kids. The beach is classic Lake Superior, crystal clear and the views off the rock outcrops are unsurpassed. My eldest loved to sit n have coffee on the Adairondaks up on the cliff. Fish pond was great they come right up to be fed. We hiked the rocky shore, spent some time in Marquette ( minuits away and a vibrant exciting town). Hiked Sugar loaf mtn trail and just enjoyed the rugged Superior setting. We had read bugs were going to be bad but we only had minor bugs at dusk and the rest of the time nothing, so don't let that throw you off. The house is totally set up, especially liked the beds. Kitchen was clean and cool, kinda retro too. Internet was great. Views from nearly every window and the breakfast view is superb, we watched the sun come up over pancakes. Cannot say enough about this place, and what a great family place this must have been for years! Hope to get back, marked on our favorites
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rajiv H.

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

Simple Relaxation

The house was simple and tasteful. No phone signal inside the house (calm down, there's wifi) was an added bonus. There are board games, a large basket of toys, binoculars, and numerous other little things to keep you occupied in case you get bored of staring at the lake. I'd definitely consider a trip up to Marquette to stay in Christopher's house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

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