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Santa's Shack Studio - Near Pictured Rocks

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A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a patterned quilt, a bedside table, a mirror, and a bunk bed.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, a sink, and various kitchen utensils.
A two-story building with a gravel driveway and a green roof.
A picnic table and a fire pit in a wooded area with a cabin in the background.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, a bed, a desk with a chair, a sink, and a mirror.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located near a casino, this apartment accommodates 4 guests with 1 bathroom. It features a balcony and patio for outdoor relaxation. Adventure seekers can enjoy ice skating, hiking, and biking nearby, while Scott Falls and Au Train Beach offer additional attractions. Sports enthusiasts will find skiing and golf options close by.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Christmas, MI
  • Place, Scott Falls
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Train Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Island
    ‪10 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Studio

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Santa's Shack Studio - Near Pictured Rocks

Pictured Rocks Family Rentals welcomes you to Santa's Shack Studio! One of 3 units available at same site. The Studio has a king bed and a twin bunk bed. Great location just off of M-28 behind the White Pine Lodge and less than 5 miles from Munising. It's close to Pictured Rocks, ORV trails, many waterfalls and lighthouses. The casino is within walking distance, as well as Foggy's Steakhouse. If there's a large group, combine with our other units on the same site under a separate listing called Santa’s Shack Triplex and together it can sleep up to 18 people.

This is a ground floor unit and all recently remodeled with that up north feeling including tongue and groove pine ceiling and a twin log bunk bed. It is a cozy, little studio, so there are no private bedrooms. The bathroom shower is small as well, so tall and/or large guests may have a tight squeeze. Santa’s Shack has an on demand water heater, so there is unlimited hot water, no matter if you are the first or last to shower. We just replaced the TV in the Studio with a new 55” Roku TV for your enjoyment. The heater for the Studio is a natural gas wall heater and it will get hot to the touch. If bringing little ones during heating season, please be careful. Also, the shelf above the heater is removable for easier access to heater controls. While the home is conveniently located right off of M28, there is not much for a view or privacy when hanging outside as the units all have the view of the back of the White Pine Lodge and the gas station. There is a fire pit, picnic table, and a charcoal grill for your use that is shared with the other apartments in the backyard.

Our guests here have full access to the Studio and also have access to the fire pit and charcoal grill in the backyard. They do not have access to any of the other units onsite.

We live nearby if you should need anything but will not come over unless you ask us to. If you have any questions/concerns, please message through the app or text or call if an emergency.

Walking distance to Foggy's Steakhouse, Christmas Casino, gas station/party store, and less than a mile to snowmobile/ORV trailhead. Less than 5 miles to downtown Munising and all of the Pictured Rocks boat tours, kayak tours, etc.

Signed rental agreement and security deposit hold required for all reservations. Primary guest will need to send a picture of government issued ID and list names and ages of all other guests in their group.

There are exterior audio/video recording equipment on 24/7 and motion activated. There are 3 cameras, one facing Studio entry door, one facing front entry doors under the entry arch, and one facing exterior back door of building next door.
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 11:00 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
Smoking is allowed outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please wash any used dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Signed Rental Agreement Required After Booking along with ID of primary booker
There will be a security deposit hold placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure
Remaining House Rules in Rental Agreement

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7980643
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.
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

About the area

Munising

Munising is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Eagle Falls Adventure Golf and Alger County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Christmas, MI

What's nearby

  • Scott Falls - 5 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Au Train Beach - 7 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Perch Lake - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Au Train Lake - 9 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Grand Island - 10 min drive - 11.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Eh! Burger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dogpatch Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Muldoons Pasties & Gifts - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa's Shack Studio - Near Pictured Rocks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Santa's Shack Studio - Near Pictured Rocks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Santa's Shack Studio - Near Pictured Rocks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Santa's Shack Studio - Near Pictured Rocks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Santa's Shack Studio - Near Pictured Rocks located?

Situated in Munising, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Hiawatha National Forest and Lake Superior. Perch Lake is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and very responsive. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable studio! Great location and the host was available and answered all my questions! We Highly recommend this adorable Christmas themed place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa’s shack was the perfect place for a long girls weekend. The place was spotless and had everything we needed to be very comfortable. There is a fire pit in the back that we spent our nights by. It is close to munising for the pictured rocks cruises and not far from Marquette. We had an amazing trip and would stay again if in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay with our 2 grandsons. Au Train beach is their absolute favorite. We’ve also done the picture rocks tour and the shipwreck glass bottom boat trip. Cabin is in good location to both Au Train and Munising. Hope to return next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for my husband and I to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Great spot to stay for a day. Had a great time exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy! Was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Great location walking distance to everything you could want.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snowmobiler’s Paradise

Had a great time as always. Perfect location and great place to play in the snow!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Santa's Shack is just what we needed to de-stress and relax. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great times!!!

Enjoyed our time. Cute little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The room was very clean. It was well stocked for cooking and the bed is very comfy. The host is very nice and very communicative. Veery prompt service and quick to make something work for your stay. Overall enjoyable experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin

What a perfect location for exploring Pictured Rocks! Very comfortable at the end of a full day of hiking:)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice property, great host!

Everything was clean and comfortable. Nice size room for a small family. Very easy to get to town and to all the tourist attractions from the property. Danielle, our host, was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cute and super clean and comfortable. Exactly as described and the host was super responsive. A!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home sweet home

Perfect place to get away! Just what we needed. Place is clean, homey and close to many beautiful sights. Our hosts were very accommodating and cared about our stay. Definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need in a cute studio. Comfortable and clean. This served as our base while visiting Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Au Train River.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas in July!

Such a fun way to experience the U.P. in this clean and quaint home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Santa's Shack

Location is the major point. Great place for doing everything we wanted to do without alot of driving. Our Hostess Danielle was genuinely concerned about our happiness with this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location & Full of Charm

We adored this little cabin. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay for our family of four. Excellent location … nestled between beautiful beaches (highly recommend watching the sunset) and Munising (kayaking, water falls, hiking). Check in and check out was a cinch! Would definitely stay here again. ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best little place in Christmas

What a great place to stay! Perfect for a couple or small family. We came in for 3 nights for a snowmobile trip and it worked out great. It had everything we needed, was within walking distance to the casino, convenience store and Foggy’s (the best steakhouse in the UP)! It was so welcoming and the owner was very prompt in her responses when I reached out. We will definitely be back with the kids next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great host!

The property was great and the host is so cute, she had a welcome note written for us on the fridge. she left us tons of hygiene and cooking supplies in case we needed them, and even stuff to make s'mores. All of those details really made this a great experience. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas

Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin

It was such a cozy little spot! Danielle the hostess was attentive to all my messages! Sucks the gas station near us was closed as we were snowmobiling. The trails were also rose hard! We will come back again! 5 Stars!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Home Base

We needed a small place to be our base of operations for a few days while we kayaked and hiked. This was a perfect setup for our family of four to use. Very convenient location for the area as we were able to kayak, hike and explore Pictured Rocks as well as visit both Munising and Marquette while in town. The studio was outfitted with everything we needed and the owner was very responsive and proactive to making sure we had what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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