Beachcomber's Cottage-Private Lake Superior beach retreat+30 min Pictured Rocks!

THE COTTAGE SURROUNDINGS
Located on the shores of Lake Superior in the heart of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the Beachcomber's Cottage is nestled in a private woodsy setting. With the property extending undeveloped on both sides, the cottage is surrounded only by the whispering of tall stately pines. An ample parking area provides space to unload your kayak or canoe from your vehicle.

Just a short walk down a cobblestone path leads you to the expansive 450 feet of private sugar-sand beach with the fresh clear waters of Lake Superior stretching out before you.

With no nearby neighbors and no highway crossing to access the beach, it’s just the spot for your summer vacation – to lounge in your beach chair, take an invigorating swim, or stroll down the beach collecting rocks and driftwood. And it’s perfect for an autumn getaway, where the fall colors are vibrant and spectacular, the air crisp and clear.

THE LOCALE
The Beachcomber’s Cottage is conveniently located along scenic highway M-28 between Marquette and Munising. Just 26 miles east is the wild and stunning PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE, located at Munising, where you can hike above the cliffs, kayak along the shoreline, or relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery on the ever-popular Pictured Rocks Cruise. Just an easy 30 minute drive takes you to a day of adventure at America’s first National Lakeshore.

And only 15 miles west of the cottage are all the conveniences of Marquette, with its charming and historic downtown, filled with local restaurants, breweries, and shops, lending the perfect spot to unwind and stroll along the harbor.

You can use the cottage for a starting point to enjoy the many hiking and bicycle trails in the area, or head out on day trips to explore the Upper Peninsula. Wherever your adventures take you, the Beachcomber’s Cottage is your perfect “home base.”

IN THE COTTAGE
The two bedroom cottage is designed with knotty pine interior and hardwood floors throughout. Generous windows provide views of the cobblestone path and lake. It can accommodate up to four people. Charming and comfortable, it has everything you need for your stay.

ACCOMMODATIONS:
• Master bedroom with one queen bed
• A second bedroom with two twin beds
• Bathroom with contemporary shower enclosure

KITCHEN FEATURES:
• Refrigerator, electric stove, microwave, coffee maker
• Dishes, cookware, and utensils

AMENITIES:
• Linens and one set of towels per person provided (bring your own beach towels and gear)
• Outdoor clothesline for clothes and beach towel drying. A drying rack for hand wash. No W/D. List of local laundromats included in Welcome Manual.
• A free-standing gas fireplace providing ample warmth when needed
• Fans and open windows providing Lake Superior breezes for cooling (no A/C)
• Flat screen Roku TV
• DISH network access
• DVD player and a large collection of DVDs
• Land line telephone for local calls
• Wi-Fi Internet
• Books and games center; folding card table

HEALTH AND SAFETY:
• Carbon monoxide and smoke alarms
• Enhanced sanitizing cleaning process

The cottage also includes TWO DECKS:
• An attached deck with picnic table and chairs for outdoor dining and relaxing
• A second deck above the beach dune with views overlooking Lake Superior and the spectacular sunsets over Shot Point to the west. It’s just right for enjoying your morning cup of coffee or even watching the stars come out at night. And for really early risers, it’s a perfect spot to catch those sparkling sunrises over Laughing Fish Point to the east.

YOUR RESERVATION

BOOKING POLICY:
• The Beachcomber's Cottage rents for a minimum of 7 nights or longer, and is available from June until mid-October.
• Check in and checkout is on Saturdays.
• Check-in time is 3:00 PM or later, at your convenience.
• Check-out time is firmly by 10:00 AM. The cleaner arrives promptly at 10:00AM to clean the cottage.
• Maximum number of guests: 4
• Pets are not allowed on the property
• Smoking is prohibited anywhere on the property

RATES AND PAYMENT POLICY:
• Rates are based on the number of nights you stay as well as the season.
• A non-refundable cleaning fee is collected with payment. A Security Deposit is not collected in advance, but if the premises are damaged during your stay, payment may be collected after checkout.
• Prepayment is required to confirm the reservation. Payment is collected in full, or, if you are booking at least 90 days prior to arrival, payment is divided into two: 50% at booking and 50% due 90 days prior to arrival.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:
Because fire is a serious hazard in this area of pine trees and dry needles, and for your safety:
• Do not use the sauna stove (prohibited by insurer) or the fireplace (it’s just for decoration).
• No outdoor or beach fires.
• If you bring a small BBQ, only use propane. NO charcoal permitted.
• Smoking of any products anywhere on the property is prohibited.

DETAILS ABOUT YOUR STAY:
Once your reservation is confirmed, we will send you a Welcome Message which includes some during-your-stay tips to keep in mind as you get ready for your trip. It will also include some resources for activities in the area for you to check out.
• The “Cottage Rules and Reminders” includes details you need to know when staying at the cottage.
• The “Welcome to the Beachcomber’s Cottage” gives you a little tour of the cottage layout and a sampling of activities available in the area.

We will send instructions for accessing the cottage closer to your travel date, which includes driving directions and landmarks.