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Eckerman / Strongs vacation home

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A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a driveway.
A two-story house with a front porch and a driveway.
A living room with a large painting, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing natural light.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Eckerman, MI
  • Place, Trout Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ozark Ghost Town
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Tahquamenon Falls State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

+2
3 Double Beds, 1 Single Bed and 2 Child Beds

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Eckerman / Strongs vacation home

4+ feet of snow as of 03-05-2026, ride from your driveway to the trails!

Enjoy the best of Michigan's Upper Peninsula at this spacious 3-bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home on 7 private acres in Eckerman. With 2,500 sq ft of living space, a large kitchen, and modern amenities, it's the perfect retreat for your next family trip, group vacation, or outdoor adventure.

Sleeping arrangements (sleeps up to 15):

1 King size Bed

5 Full size Beds

2 Twin size Beds

2 folding single beds

Pets allowed (2 Max): Pet Fee $100 per stay

Features include:
- Fully stocked kitchen with appliances and essentials
-Fast WiFi
-Great cell service
- washer and dryer, and window AC when needed.
-Large yard with fire ring and private walking trails
-Borders Hiawatha National Forest
- Direct access to ORV/snowmobile trail system across the road

Ideal for every season—whether you're exploring trails and all the eastern u.p has to offer, relaxing by the fire, or hitting the snowmobile routes and atv trail system.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Before checkout place all trash in the dumpster.
We do not charge a cleaning fee, we try to keep our fees low, anything you do to tidy and clean before checkout helps us make this possible.
Please report any damages thay happened during your stay, we will do whatever we can to remedy the situation without extra costs to you. We want our next guest to have the best possible experience.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All guests staying or visiting the property must be listed as guests when booking.
Firewood is conveniently located near the fire pit, we charge the cost to purchase and have the firewood delivered to site. our cost is $35 per stack.
A propane grill and a propane chef's camp stove is available. Both must be moved from garage and at least 10 feet away from the home while cooking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4695221vb
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
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

About the area

Eckerman

Located in Eckerman, this holiday home is in a rural area. Ozark Ghost Town is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tahquamenon Falls State Park and Lake Superior. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Eckerman, MI

What's nearby

  • Trout Lake - 11 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Frenchman Lake - 12 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Ozark Ghost Town - 12 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Tahquamenon Falls State Park - 14 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Whitefish Township Community Library - 19 min drive - 41.8 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, ON (YAM-Sault Ste. Marie Airport) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Strongs Motel & Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bear Butt Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lumberjack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Falls Inn/Red Flannel Saloon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shirley's Happy Hour - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eckerman / Strongs vacation home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Eckerman / Strongs vacation home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Eckerman / Strongs vacation home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eckerman / Strongs vacation home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eckerman / Strongs vacation home located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Trout Lake and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Frenchman Lake. Tahquamenon Falls State Park and Wegwaas Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had everything we needed at the house and the communication was great! Great place to stay for snowmobiling
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2026
Thank you, I am glad you enjoyed your stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Laurel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our multi-generational family. Plenty of comfy beds, hang out areas and well-stocked kitchen, bathrooms and laundry. Centrally located between our daily excursions to Mackinaw, the Soo and Tahquamenon. We enjoyed the rustic setting that gave us a true atmosphere of UP living. The host was easy to contact and very welcoming. It was a very affordable option for our large groups and everyone had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! I'm truly grateful I have the opportunity to share my home with families like yours at an affordable rate, especially in such a beautiful rural part of the Upper Peninsula. The U.P. is an incredible place to explore, and being able to provide a comfortable home where families can spend quality time together is exactly why I continue hosting. It was a pleasure having you, and I hope your family created many lasting memories. You're always welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great! Very roomy! Has anything you’d need!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
I am happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for cleaning up, come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JIm K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Karl was very accommodating as we had to make an adjustment to our four night stay. The house is very clean. Beds are super comfortable. Snow on the day of our arrival required a minor emergency trip for the snow removal crew. Thanks for making our stay superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2026
Thank you for choosing to book my vacation home. I am glad it worked out well for your snowmobile trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so well equipped, we even saw a KitchenAid mixer! The host immediately responded when we reported that the driveway was icy, and the folks who came by to take care of it left some salt as well.If we need to have a large house in this area in the future, we would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2026
I enjoyed hosting you, thank you for choosing my home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was great! The host is fast and efficient with communication so we were never left in the dark about anything. This house is fully equipped with everything you may need which was super helpful! The kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry room were very well stocked. The yard is super spacious and has a trail accessible from the back yard. The house is also full of things to do for kids from board games, nerf guns, trampoline, and tree house with a rock wall so the kids were entertained for hours. The house was very clean and so was all the bedding. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone heading to the U.P!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you and your family enjoyed your stay and made use of all the amenities, from the fully stocked kitchen to the yard and walking and orv trails nearby and even all the kids activities. Keeping the home clean, comfortable, and well-equipped for our guests is always our top priority so our giest can plan for just about any meal, so it means a lot to know it made your trip easier and more enjoyable. We’d love to welcome you back anytime you’re visiting the U.P., and we truly appreciate your recommendation! —Karl
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home with everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2026
Thank you, I appreciate the review and the respect you showed our home during your stay.

About the host

Hosted by Karl stevens

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Lived in the house for 8 years, we moved for a job opportunity. We decided to share our home away from home for others to enjoy the peace and slower pace of life in michigans upper peninsula.

Why they chose this property

Very remote yet it is located on a main road for easy access and quick travel to any destinations in michigans U.P, especially during winter months. The home is surrounded by national forest with less than 200 residents residing in the township.

What makes this property unique

This property sits on 7 acres and bordering the north property line is miles of national forest open to the public to walking and adventuring. Many wild animals live in this forest (Black Bear, Moose, Whitetail Deer, Wolves, Coyote, cougars, Mink and so many more).

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