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"Cedar"- Mackinaw City cottage. Walking distance to town!

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A covered outdoor seating area with a fire pit and chairs, surrounded by a garden and a house in the background.
A residential area with a house featuring a blue door and white trim, surrounded by lush green trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A residential property with a large lawn, a screened porch, and a small shed.
A bedroom with a bed, a hanging light fixture, a framed picture on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small clock.
A room with a white door, a television, and a wall-mounted bicycle decoration.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"Cedar"- Mackinaw City cottage. Walking distance to town!

Updates for 2026 include a new 50” smart tv, improved WiFi and new flooring. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage is one of 3 on this large wooded property. It is decorated with a cabin themed color and decor. This cottage has one bedroom with a queen bed, the other has a full size bed. The full kitchen is well equipped to cook all your meals. In the living room is tv/cable, books, games, and internet. The bathroom is small with a small shower (no tub). In 2021 a screened front porch was added with a dining space and a lounging area. Outdoor is a flagstone patio with a firepit for those evening marshmallows and s'mores. And there is room in the yard for kids to play while you relax in the hammock. All of this just a few blocks from town and the Straights. You can walk to the waterfront, restaurants, shopping, ferries to the Mackinac Island, and live music. Short trips by car are to Petoskey, Wilderness State Park, Tunnel of Trees, and the UP (Oswald's Bear Ranch, Whitefish Point, Tahquemenon Falls, Sault Ste. Marie). Also, just minutes away is the Headlands with its Dark Sky Park- a great place to watch meteor showers. Families with young children or teens, couples, and business travelers would all enjoy a stay here.
If this is booked for the dates you’d like or if you are interested in waterfront a few miles from town, please checkout “Pointe West “on HomeAway. The address is Carp Lake, but the cottage is on Lake Michigan between Mackinaw City and Wilderness State Park.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4441978
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
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 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

About the area

Mackinaw City

Mackinaw City is home to this cottage. Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Cedar"- Mackinaw City cottage. Walking distance to town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar: walk to town in Mackinaw City?

As of 27 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar: walk to town in Mackinaw City on 30 Aug 2026 start from £604, 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 "Cedar"- Mackinaw City cottage. Walking distance to town!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Cedar"- Mackinaw City cottage. Walking distance to town!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Cedar"- Mackinaw City cottage. Walking distance to town!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Cedar"- Mackinaw City cottage. Walking distance to town! located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal 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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Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 196 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, clean, peaceful, quiet neighborhood, close to everything. Highly recommend :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2026
Thank you Jackie- we’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2026
Thank you Marianne- glad you enjoyed your time in Mackinaw! We appreciate the positive review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable cottage, walking distance from downtown. Set on a quiet side street with parking right outside the cottage. The large screened porch is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2026
Thank you Alan- we’re so glad you enjoyed your stay. We love the porch too. Thanks for the positive review!
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10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I were up in Mackinaw City for the Mackinaw Bridge Swim. The location of this property couldn't have been better for that and for just exploring Mackinaw City. Everything around the city is in walking distance from here. This little cabin is absolutely lovely and just enough space for a family of four. Clean and cozy and well kept. The screened in front porch is a wonderful addition to this cabin and helped make the space feel just right. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend it to folks looking to visit and explore this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2026
Thank you James- we’re so amazed by you bridge swimmers. And you did it in poor conditions! Thank you for the wonderful review.
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10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location in a quiet neighborhood close to city activities. Cottage was just as described. Definitely adding to our list of places to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2026
Thank you Emily- we have loved our location too. It’s been a lot of fun for our family. Thanks for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and cozy cabin. Perfect for our little getaway. Far enough away from the busy downtown areas that it's peaceful, yet close enough to walk or bike anywhere in town. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! We’d love to host you again. Thanks for the review!
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10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the Cedar cabin! Very quaint and comfortable. The cabin was exactly as advertised. Great location! Quiet neighborhood a short distance from downtown. Todd is a great host! He was very quick to respond to every message sent. We were delayed in arriving due to a power outage at home. Todd immediately refunded us for the 2 nights we missed. Nice guy! Can’t wait to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2026
Thank you Richard- we felt bad that your vacation was cut short by weather complications, but glad you could still make it to Mackinaw. We appreciate our good guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ahna Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a delightful long weekend here with our young kids. The house is small, but efficient, and worked great for us. We ate at the table in the screened porch since we didn't all fit at the one inside; totally fine, as I wanted to be outside as much as possible anyway! Everything we went out to do was very close, and if we came back with older kids, we would walk or bike everywhere.Something to note (that I probably could have sussed out, but missed) is that the grill is charcoal, but no charcoal is provided. Not a big deal; we just weren't prepared with our own charcoal. We decided to buy wood instead and enjoyed roasting hot dogs over the fire.Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2026
Thank you Ahna- we appreciate the thoughtful review as it’s helpful for future guests. We’re so glad you enjoyed your time in Mackinaw! Thanks for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Korinne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was just perfect for our little get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was the nicest, awesome stay! Just an adorable cabin and so perfectly furnished. Best accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love this place! The owners are amazing. Will be back again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2025
Thank you Debby- you are so kind! We’d love to have you stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great place

Great place to stay and visit the island
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2024
Thank you Kevin! We appreciate the positive review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carson M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this quaint little cabin! Fantastic location with easy access to town, extremely clean, and easy to communicate with the hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thank you Carson! We’re so glad you stayed in our place. We love having guests who enjoy their time in Mackinaw!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, we were able to ride our bikes into Mackinaw City, restaurants, etc. in minutes. Very, very quiet and cozy. The beds were very comfortable.Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Cedar cottage! The cottage is located in walking/biking distance to just about everything. It was a perfect home base for all of our up north adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2025
Thank you for the positive review Emily. It’s wonderful to enjoy the north country!
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10/10 Excellent

Bobbi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely best prime location. We rented for a couples retreat along w the other 2 cabins on property. Great price it was clean, and was great that all us couples could stay on one lot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2025
We love the location of our cottages too so we’re so glad it worked well for you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for my family. Quiet, clean, comfortable. The screened in porch is great for sipping coffee and a nice spot for the kids to play. Always LOVE staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2025
Thank you Rebecca- we especially love or repeat guests! We’re so glad our place works well for your family.
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8/10 Good

BIBEK G.

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

Definitely recommend this place for your family and friends

We enjoyed our stay especially the porch and neat and clean area inside as well will definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2024
Thank you Bibek- we'd love to have you stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

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

Gals Getaway

We had a great time exploring the UP, seeing Mackinaw Island, and trying new foods. Our cottage was perfect for our stay...great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed touring northern Michigan. Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to write a positive review!
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8/10 Good

Chuck W.

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

Very clean cottage

On the smaller side , well located would stay here again . It is a bit small for 4 adults . The screened in porch is a nice touch.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2025
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. And yes, it works for 4 adults, but is probably better for 3 adults or a family with children. But wee glad you enjoyed the porch- it’s been our favorite as well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We explored the Upper Peninsula. The northern coast and the southern cost. We went to restaurants and shops in Mackinaw City. The cottage was perfect. Had everything we needed. Inside and out of cottage was kept up perfectly. Host are easy to contact and respond back to you quickly. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Janet O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
It had what we needed. Walking distance to most places! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honestly, this was an amazing place perfect location perfect size for four people very clean so cute. Everything was just easy and welcoming. We had the best time ever visiting the neighboring areas and love that we were centrally located!! Five star stars all around!! I would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2025
Thank you Laura! We so appreciate positive reviews. But we’re really thankful that you enjoyed your time in the area.
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10/10 Excellent

Dee B.

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

Mother daughter trip

Todd was great to communicate with. The property was clean, well stocked and extremely cozy !! I highly recommend it ! We plan to bring the whole family back and rent all 3 cabins !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2025
Thank you Danielle- we’d love to host your whole family! We have large groups rent all 3 once or twice a year. Book early! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time here!

About the host

Hosted by Todd and Jacki VanHuis

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We live 4 hours away downstate and bought this property in 2011 with the goal of renovating all 3 cottages on the property so that we could spend time with our 3 kids and their future spouses/families. Over a period of 22 months we made frequent trips up north to work on our "family retreat center", especially Todd who did the bulk of the work. Its was a fun project to do, and now we enjoy our time there with family when we can. Mackinaw is a where we vacationed each summer when our children were small, so it brings back wonderful memories each time we stay here.

Why they chose this property

We love Mackinaw and the whole area. Its such a fun place to stay and its a great location to be able to visit other favorite place in the northern lower peninsula and the UP. This place keeps us off the beaten path just enough to have peace and quiet, but is a quick walk to town also.

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