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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor barbecue
Balcony
Explore the area
Rapid River, MI
Rapid River Ski Trail
Place, Rapid River Ski Trail
4 min drive
Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail
Place, Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail
11 min drive
Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail
Place, Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail
11 min drive
Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
Airport, Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
38 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1 Bear Room
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 Deer Room
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 Wolf Room
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4 Loft
1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Loft Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Main Floor Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior
The Hornets Nest Lodge, is a brand new lodge built in 2018 fondly Named in honor of our grandfather Harvey J Potvin, who was a UP woodsman for over 80 years. This beautiful lodge is nestled in the quiet serene woods near the Hiawatha National Forest. If you are looking to get away as a family, a ATV/Snowmobile enthusiast, a group gathered together to get their hunt on, or friends looking to spend some quality time in the peaceful Upper Peninsula, then this lodge is exactly what your looking for.
We are 2 brothers who have been passionate about this land, trying to recreate our childhood camp experiences. We have many memories growing up visiting grandpa, and recently decided it was time to rebuild the old homestead of our past and make it more comfortable, accessible, and to allow others to come into our home to make their own memories.
The Hornets Nest Lodge is centrally located in the Upper Peninsula. Its location puts you only a 10 minute drive to Lake Michigan, or a 45 minute drive to Lake Superior. It is adjacent to tens of thousands of acres of Hiawatha National Forest Land, a hand full of miles from the ATV/snowmobile trail head, and across the highway from one of the best Nordic ski, skate, snowshoe trails in Upper Michigan.
The Lodge is approximately 3000 square feet of living space, decorated with a modern rustic theme. All furniture, cookware, beds/bedding linens are all brand new. Also the lodge features over 2000 sq feet of patio and deck, to sit out side and enjoy the peaceful afternoons watching the wildlife of the area, or sitting out and taking in the "Big Sky" at night.
Features inside the lodge are 2 living areas with a big screen TV's, equipped with satellite TV, cell booster, and WiFi. Poker table, 2 full size refrigerators, fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, gas fire place, and 2 full bathrooms. Outside the lodge there is ample parking for vehicles with trailers with a circle drive, plenty of outdoor furniture and propane gas grill. If your group exceeds the comfort of our 14 person capacity, please inquire about additional camper hook up for a small fee. (Click the fee button for additional guests and notify us how many additional guests will be staying with camper)
If you would like to bring a furry friend for your northern adventure, please read over our pet policy and in your inquiry include that you agree to the terms of our pet policy. Be sure to check the pet button when making your reservation.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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
Rapid River
Rapid River is home to this holiday home. Rapid River Ski Trail and Gladstone Golf Club 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 Hiawatha National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Wells Sports Complex and Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail - 11 min drive - 15.9 km
Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail - 11 min drive - 15.2 km
Little Bay de Noc - 13 min drive - 18.1 km
Gladstone Golf Club - 15 min drive - 22.4 km
Getting around
Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Swallow Inn - 9 min drive
Jack's - 8 min drive
Rapid River Pub - 9 min drive
Perkins Store - 10 min drive
The Reel Pizza - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior?
As of 19 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior on 24 Apr, 2026 start from S$377, 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 Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior located?
Located in Rapid River, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Hiawatha National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Michigan and Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail. Little Bay de Noc and Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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The Hornets Nest was very nice. It's a large space with plenty of beds for big families or groups visiting for fishing/hunting or other seasonal activities. We had a nice stay and appreciated the welcoming gifts and s'mores supplies! Thanks!
It was great, clean and the hosts thought of everything we could need out there. We did hear some unexpected noise from nearby properties but otherwise it was as quiet as expected. Beautiful property and house.
We had another fantastic trip to the Hornet's nest. The cabin was clean and beautifully placed in the woods, but not too far from Escanaba. We will be back!
This was our fourth year staying at the Hornets Nest, our group loves the house and how it's set up. The place is an incredible house, and the property is fantastic, with plenty of space for any group. Thanks again, Mike, for letting us stay at your fabulous house. Looking forward to next year!!
This is my third year in a row staying at this house for our guys golf trip. The house has everything you need, full kitchen, great beds, super clean, and a great card table upstairs! I've stayed at a lot of Vrbo rentals, this one ranks at the top! Highly recommend staying here!
Great property for families. Lots of space and things to do. This lodge was perfect for our out of town family to stay after our wedding reception. The owner was flexible to accommodate our needs. Beautiful lodge, comfortable beds. Highly recommend!
The Hormets Nest worked out perfect for our group. It was clean and spacious and the host went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of. He even sent us some trail maps for our atv excursions. The upstairs worked out well for 6 of our group and the downstairs had plenty of room for the rest of us with the 3 additional bedrooms. The kitchen had everything we needed and the outside space was amazing with the upper & lower sitting areas and the firepit. Thank you Mike for the great place to stay & your quick response to our questions.
This is a great place to stay. Me and my group had a great time. Only thing is I wish we would’ve had some more trash bags, paper towels, and something other than single ply toilet paper. All those are relatively small. The overall property was great and very clean.
The Hornets Nest Lodge was incredible; I took my dad, brother, and three boys for a golf trip. The lodge was perfect, very clean, and had plenty of space! Everyone loved the place and planning to come back next year! Mike was an excellent host; definitely a 5-star lodge!!
The spaces here are great for gathering in both our large group and small groups. The younger people had a nice space upstairs, while the oldsters were able to close doors to the downstairs bedrooms. Town was near in case we needed anything.