AuTrain Lake Retreat | Stunning Views, Bonfires & Year-Round Adventure
Forest Lake House – Relax, Explore & Make Memories in AuTrain, Michigan
Escape to the peaceful beauty of Forest Lake House, a spacious lakefront retreat nestled on the shores of AuTrain Lake in the heart of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts, this inviting home offers the ideal balance of comfort, relaxation, and adventure—just 10 minutes from Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and the sandy beaches of Lake Superior.
Designed with families and groups in mind, the home features a fully equipped kitchen, two comfortable living areas with Roku Smart TVs, and two full bathrooms—one on each level. Sleeping arrangements include a queen bedroom upstairs, a queen bed and four twin beds downstairs (one bunk bed and one trundle), plus a convenient pull-out sofa upstairs, providing plenty of space for everyone to unwind after a day of exploring.
Step outside onto the multi-level deck overlooking AuTrain Lake, where you can sip your morning coffee while taking in peaceful woodland views or grill your favorite meal as the sun sets over the water. In the evening, gather around the fire pit, roast marshmallows, share stories, and create unforgettable memories under the stars. 3 Kayaks available for guests to use.
Adventure is right outside your door! Spend your days swimming, kayaking, boating, or fishing from the private dock, or launch your boat from the public boat launch located less than a mile away. Snowmobilers and ATV riders will love being less than a mile from the trail system, making this home a perfect year-round destination.
Please Note: Water levels in the channel connecting the property to AuTrain Lake fluctuate throughout the season, which may affect dock access for boats.
Pet Friendly! We know vacations are better with your four-legged family members. Pets are welcome with a $50 per pet fee, plus a $30 additional pet cleaning fee.
Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventure or a peaceful lakeside escape, Forest Lake House is the perfect place to experience everything beautiful AuTrain, Michigan has to offer.
***There is a doorbell camera mounted at the entryway outside.
***Door code will be released the day of check-in for security purposes.
***If you are booking through Airbnb or VRBO you will receive a separate contract from Pictured Rocks Vacation Rentals. In order to receive check-in information you will be required to sign this.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Au Train
Located in Au Train, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Superior and Laughing Whitefish Lake Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alger County Fairgrounds and Eagle Falls Adventure Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 31 min drive - 45.1 km
Getting around
Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
‪Village Pub - ‬13 min drive
‪The Brownstone Inn - ‬8 min drive
‪Zaf's Party Store - ‬6 min drive
Wally' Food Wagon
‪Au Train Cafe - ‬1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is AuTrain Lake Retreat | Stunning Views, Bonfires & Year-Round Adventure pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at AuTrain Lake Retreat | Stunning Views, Bonfires & Year-Round Adventure?
As of 1 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AuTrain Lake Retreat | Stunning Views, Bonfires & Year-Round Adventure on 14 Sept 2026 start from £476, 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 AuTrain Lake Retreat | Stunning Views, Bonfires & Year-Round Adventure?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at AuTrain Lake Retreat | Stunning Views, Bonfires & Year-Round Adventure?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at AuTrain Lake Retreat | Stunning Views, Bonfires & Year-Round Adventure?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is AuTrain Lake Retreat | Stunning Views, Bonfires & Year-Round Adventure located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Hiawatha National Forest and Au Train Lake. Au Train Beach and Lake Superior are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very nice, clean and well maintained house with great views, especially from the dock. This was my second stay here and again I was very satisfied with everything.
Peggy G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MICHELLE A.
11 Oct 2025
Great house in great location!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was a great house in a great location! We enjoyed our stay.
This was our first time venturing into the UP. We loved the lakefront property. Access to Lake Au Train directly from our personal dock was great, appreciated having the boat and kayaks on site with life preservers. Location has great proximity to the offerings of Munising and the Pictures Rocks.
Robert L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matt V.
14 May 2025
exceptionally clean and with amazing view
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time and enjoyed everything about our rental home.
Stayed here for 2 nights. 2 families with preteen boys to explore the Pictured Rocks area. The house was clean & in a great location to Munising. Right off the road but had a private back deck with no neighbors that you could see. The boys enjoyed fishing off the dock and in the rowboat and caught numerous small perch and a pike right from the dock.
Tara I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Irvine, NA
15 May 2025
Superb
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful time. Could not ask for things to be any better
Excellent area for viewing waterfalls and hiking. Valley spur is nearby for snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Snowmobile Trails are really close. Good times with the entire family.
SAlly B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Irvine, NA
15 May 2023
Superior People
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Absolutely wonderful place to stay.
nice home located on a very quiet lake, 2 bedrooms downstairs 1 upstairs which makes it great for multiple families. Kitchen is a bit small but has everything you need for a vacation, the 2 floor deck is beautiful. The house has a fire pit and a gas grill. Also has baby gates so it is very kid friendly.
MILENA D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
I am so glad everyone had a great time, Milena! Thank you so much for staying!
What a great property to watch the sunrise over the trees and the lake with the beautiful fall colors. Plenty of space inside and outside to enjoy the views. Multi level deck to drink your morning coffee and watch the sunrise. This house is a no brainer if you are into the beauty of the outdoors!
Rich V.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us! Come back anytime!
The house was in a wonderful location. Centrally located between Marquette and Munising. We visited Pictured Rocks, which were amazing. My families favorite places were actually smaller locations not far from the house. My teens favorite spots were Au Train Falls and Laughing Whitefish and Whitefish Falls. They loved these spots. They were very quiet. We were the only ones at Au Train Falls and Whitefish Falls. We ventured to Marquette and Presque Isle where the kids jumped off the cliffs of black rocks. The location of the house, right on the lake was perfect. We loved sitting in the evening on the dock and kayaking.
House was very clean. Plenty of beds, although the north set of bunkbeds is very wobbly. Nice hot showers, upstairs shower valve=hot & cold is backwards, but worked ok. Located less than 1/4 mile from snowmobile trail #8.
Wonderful property, the house was well stocked with everything we needed for a great stay. Due to Covid we cooked all our meals at the house. The house is a short drive to Valley Spur for great cross country skiing and not far from Eben Ice caves. Most mornings an eagle perched near the window and a pileated woodpecker worked on a near by tree.
Morresa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thanks for staying! You're welcome back!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
20 Jan 2025
Nice house with a great view
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed at the Forest Lake House on a snowmobiling trip. The driveway had enough room for a couple of trucks and a long trailer. The house was compact but had everything that we needed. The view from the living area was beautiful and the second living area in the basement provided plenty of space to relax. It looks like this would be a great place in the summer too as it has multiple decks that make their way down to the river. This property had very easy access to the snowmobile trails via the side of the road for 0.4 miles to trail 8.
Michael K.
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