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Luxury Lake Home, Fireplace, wood fired pizza oven, Secluded! Pictured Rocks!

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Little house in the woods
Massive Custom Brick Fireplace with 'old world' Bakers Oven for baking Pizzas!
15 Acre Private Lake for swimming and quiet fishing
Looking up from the path to sister lake
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wetmore, MI
  • Powell Lake
  • Grand Island
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Munising Falls
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

Loft

2 Single Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Lake Home, Fireplace, wood fired pizza oven, Secluded! Pictured Rocks!

La Casita del Bosque (Little House in the Woods), welcomes you into a custom built 3000 sq ft Timberpeg home with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, located on a 25 acre spring fed lake only 8 minutes from Munising and the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore! La Casita sits on 11.5 wooded acres for your total relaxation, peace and quiet! Three TV’s (streaming channels) and WiFi Internet is included as well as a laundry room with washer and dryer; a starter of paper and soap products are provided as well as bed linens and bath towels;

La Casita was locally designed and built with a timber frame construction by 'Timberpeg'. The wood for this outstanding home was recycled from standing dead Douglas Fir, harvested from the Mt. Hood Region of Oregon. The front and back doors, stair rails, casement and trim were all hand made and resawn from the extra timbers. The table top and kitchen island is custom made from black walnut, and the kitchen cabinets are made from butternut. The unique design of La Casita shows off slate floors that were painstakenly hand cut and strategically placed, Hemlock floors that were harvested locally, a top of the line kitchen, massive fireplace with an 'Old World' baker's oven, and exposed post and beams.

The Master suite has a King size bed with en-suite bathroom with jetted tub and a separate area for the sink and granite topped vanity; The built in hanging and drawer storage as well as the built in ironing center makes this private suite unique and efficient. A private door to the deck and nature will allow secret access to late night star gazing for mom and dad while the children are sound asleep.

The loft has two guest bedrooms and a sitting area. One queen bed and one full size bunk bed, fit uniquely into custom designed wall pockets; A cushioned chair in each bedroom, built in hanging and drawer storage in one and a dresser in the other; The bedrooms share a large bathroom with a tub/shower. Each room has windows for looking out at the forest. The sitting area serves as a place to relax and read, and additional sleeping space with a comfy sofa sleeper for two!

The main floor provides open space living with the great room and kitchen. Beautiful windows allow the natural light in and because this property is so wooded, La Casita will stay nice and cool during the hot summer months.

Full kitchen amenities include, gas stove top, built in oven and broiler, refrigerator with automatic ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, bread machine, blender, dinner ware, place mats, silverware, cookware, utensils, bakeware, Cuisinart coffee pot, 4 slice toaster, granite countertops, basic spices, massive fireplace with an 'old world' bakers oven for baking pizzas, breads and much more.

The living area provides guests with a luxurious, overstuffed couch and loveseat with comfy large pillows, end tables with beautiful lamps, and a massive fireplace. The french doors open to a 1500 sq ft deck, so there is plenty of room to use the charcoal grill and relax on the deck furniture;

Downstairs is the large laundry room, entertainment area with a reclining couch, cocktail table for working on board games, 50" TV for streaming your favorite channels and a few movies, a large bathroom with shower.

La Casita del Bosque is a one of a kind beauty and is set in a tranquil environment with the intention of peace and quiet; therefore the lake has a “no motor” restriction. You are welcome to fish the small mouth bass with “catch and release” in mind. Bring your fishing pole and worms and cast from shore as the fish like to feed around the natural shoreline. Or take the new kayaks for a paddle! Good swimming with a sandy bottom and nice clear water! Just follow the sloping rustic path down to the lake. You have the best of both worlds when you stay at La Casita...a luxury home in a rustic setting.

We hope you enjoy your stay, you leave refreshed and you choose La Casita del Bosque for your family vacation for years to come!

There is a small garage that is shared with owner items that are not for guest use. Guests are welcome to use the kayak paddles, life jackets, grill, and trash cans. At this time, no parking available inside the garage.

You can rent this beauty from May through October. Sleeps 8 max. Guest list is required with 8 names max.

Charcoal grill onsite, guests need to provide their own charcoal and starter

Sauna is only to be used in cooler months - May, September and October. It's not to be used when it's warm and humid.

4 kayaks and life jackets are included. Please consider bringing life jackets for your children to ensure a good fit.

This is not a party place. Everyone must be over the age of 27 unless it's a family staying with parents onsite. References may be required.

There are exterior cameras for security.
Fiber optics internet - 150 mbs download/15 mbs upload

Keywords: Luxury home, secluded, wooded, private, quiet, peaceful, lakeside giesr is
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please follow the checkout procedure located in the arrival email.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
A signed rental agreement and guest info is required; a credit card may be required for additional security.
If you are staying two weeks or more, cleaning fee and security deposit maybe higher.

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 and a first aid kit
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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Wetmore

Located in Wetmore, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Lake Superior. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Wetmore, MI

What's nearby

  • Valley Spur - 26 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Grand Island - 28 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Munising Falls - 30 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Wagner Falls - 30 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Pictured Rocks Golf Club - 32 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cherrywood Lodge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪1/2 Pint Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Comfort Inn Munising - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hardness - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Lake Home, Fireplace, wood fired pizza oven, Secluded! Pictured Rocks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Lake Home, Fireplace, wood fired pizza oven, Secluded! Pictured Rocks!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Lake Home, Fireplace, wood fired pizza oven, Secluded! Pictured Rocks!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Lake Home, Fireplace, wood fired pizza oven, Secluded! Pictured Rocks! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Hiawatha National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Powell Lake and Hovey Lake. Mirror Lake and Peck Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable in a beautiful and convenient location to enjoy Pictured Rocks would recommend a 100x over
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is very peaceful and remote but not too far from Munising and Pictured Rocks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting in the woods and on the lake. This is a clean, very well-built home. Lake is a five minute hike down a somewhat steep hill. Home is well equipped and owners were very responsive. Greta location for visiting Pictured Rocks and enjoying the quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house - we loved our stay. Well equipped with everything you need for a relaxing time in the woods of the UP. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved this cabin! We enjoyed the beautiful open indoor space, the large jetted bathtub, and the wrap-around deck looking out into the woods. The only issue we had was that the wi-fi didn’t work on the deck. We brought our ATV and took advantage of the nearby state forest trails.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nancie E.

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

visit to pictured rock

location was perfect for pictured rock visit. house was good size. was warm inside (although cool outside), deep inside the woods, so be prepared for bugs (nice outside deck but hard to use).had lots of options for cooking, which worked well for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam O.

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

Beautiful home!

So enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home! The setting in the woods on a lake was just perfect. The house was homey, clean and had everything needed for our stay. We really enjoyed using the pizza oven. Lisa was great with communication, answering questions, and checked in with us before and during our stay. We can't wait to come back again to this gem in the woods in our favorite place in the UP!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very remote house offering quiet getaway. No A/C was a challenge as the weather for August was much warmer than usual. However, that was the only negative. The house is beautiful, easily slept 4 adults and 2 kids, the private lake was filled with small mouth bass to catch & release, the beds were nice and firm, kitchen was filled with everything you need to cook, wifi was strong. Lovely house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Had a wonderful time!

Beautiful place! Loved the peace and quiet. Enjoyed making pizzas and fishing. Looking forward to returning. Thanks Lisa
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

House in the UP

The house was more than enough for the six of us. Nice and quiet. We really enjoyed the wrap around deck and the fairly remote house location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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

Home

We have stayed at numerous cabins, this by far was the best! Absolutely beautiful,everything top notch, From bed linens to kitchen tableware, beautiful Property, the town of munising and the boat tour are beautiful, Dutch Fred lake has beautiful trails for 4 -wheelers!!! We will definitely return,,thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us, 🍂🍂🍁
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

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

Amazing!

Gorgeous, clean, house that had everything we needed!! Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Awesome cabin!

We had a blast in the UP! The cabin was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. We enjoyed kayaking and fishing on the lake (very private, seemed like just us and nature). The ping pong table was thoroughly enjoyed, as was the ample space inside and outside the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Hermosa Casa de Campo

Beautiful Cottage! Inside was clean and had everything a family needs to make your stay feel like home. Our trip was shortened due to airline problems, so we didn’t get to enjoy the outside. However we would definitely return and stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Peaceful and comfortable

My girlfriend and I loved this property. Very peaceful and quiet. A perfect natural getaway. We felt very comfortable in the home, made use of the giant fireplace but not the pizza oven. Next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

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

Gorgeous cabin in the woods

This home was perfect for our large family ranging in ages from 24 to 8. The property offers complete privacy and breathtaking views of nature. You feel like you are in a giant tree house. Our entire family enjoyed the kayaks on the private lake, the bonfire pit and the ping pong table in the basement. The house was very clean and well taken care of. Convenient location close to all of the things we were looking to do in the area. Our family all agreed we would like to come back again soon :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great getaway

This was a wonderful house for our family of 7. It was peaceful and serene and a quick trip from Munising, which was perfect for quick access to hiking, kayak tours, etc. We enjoyed being able to utilize the kitchen for breakfast and packing lunches. There isn’t a shower in the master suite, only a tub, but with two other showers in the house it was an easy pivot. Plus, after a long day of hiking the bath was a nice way to end the day. We will definitely consider renting here again for our next trip to beautiful Munising.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

UP slice of heaven

We had a great time at the property. The first thing we all noticed was how clean it was upon arrival. The description was spot on and it was a perfect place for me, my wife, and our closest friends. The location was remote enough to be peaceful, yet close to all that the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore has to offer. Just a few miles to Munising, with easy access to Marquette, Tahquamenon falls, Kitch-iti-kipi, and so much more. After hiking, biking, and kayaking all over the area, we didn’t really spend a lot of time outside at the property. But, the area and lake looked quite nice. It was overall a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Unbelievable UP Experience!

This is an incredible home, fully equipped, with every amenity a family would wish for in a total UP location. Close to Wetmore, Pictured Rocks, and multiple waterfalls! The Hiawatha State Park boardwalks are also very close and not to be missed. Communication was complete, consistent, and daily during our stay. Our only regret was not trying the pizza oven, but we were thrilled with fire pit s’mores and kayaking on the lake. The wrap around deck was so relaxing and had incredible views of sunsets and stars. Highly recommend! There were 7 adults and 2 children in our party, and we had plenty of room!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Log Cabin Near Munising

Our family had a great time at La Casita. Lisa was very easy to communicate with and offered great ideas for local tourist attractions. The house was very clean and equipped with the necessary dishes to accommodate a large family. The property was near Munising but still felt remote in nature. Especially at night, it was very quiet. We made a lot of day trips during our stay to the local attractions like Marquette, Pictured Rocks, and Tahquamenon Falls. The vacation was very relaxing and I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice place to land after adventuring around the UP for the day. In regard to finding the house using cell phone apps: we did not have too much trouble with routing to the housing using Apple Maps with AT&T cell service. Apple was able to find the address easily, although we did print the address instructions just in case. We found the Google was unable to locate the address :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debby A.

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

Great house - quite secluded!

The living areas are great - well stocked kitchen, plenty of amenities. The upstairs bedrooms are small but the only really annoying thing was no where to hang clothes. Seriously need a rod in the closet space. Beware that there is NO shower in the master bedroom .... just a tub. There is a shower upstairs and in the basement, but that just seems weird. When the host sends you directions to the house, pay attention! It would be difficult to find as she is correct, GPS is basically useless. The "road" to the house is very narrow but it is exactly where her directions indicated. Before you trek down the steep hill to the lake on the overgrown path, be advised that there is a road about 100 yards past the house .... a much easier walk! Overall, I would stay here again. Plenty of room to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hailey M.

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

Escape the hustle & bustle!

My family and I stayed at La Casita for a long weekend to celebrate our anniversary. When we arrived Lisa had left a delicious loaf of local bread and jam as a anniversary gift! Thank you again! The location is very quiet and remote yet really very conveniently located and easy to get to many trails, outlooks, waterfalls, etc. The cabin itself was super clean, cozy, well stocked, and well decorated. The luxury appliances, the pizza oven, and the heated tile were a great addition to the experience. The deck is HUGE. My kids loved catching fish (all bass) and paddling around the lake with not a soul in sight. We would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

phil B.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Beautiful home in a peaceful and relaxing setting. Close enough to all the things to do in Munising but far enough away to relax in nature. The small secluded lake offered great fishing, swimming and canoeing / kayaking. This unique timber peg built home left us in awe. They just don't build them like that any more. The wrap around deck is amazing. Our family connected like never before. The best choice of place to stay we have ever made. I hope to visit again maybe in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryon B.

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

Lake Home Getaway

This is a beautiful home in a beautiful woods. An excellent place to relax and enjoy nature. Really top notch house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald V.

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

Outstanding Architecture and Design

This is one of the best properties we have ever stayed in. Beautiful location, secluded, high quality and great communication. 👍
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

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