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Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique

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A lakeside deck with a table and chairs, a fire pit, and a dock with a boat.
A cabin with a green roof, a welcome sign, a door, two wicker chairs with cushions, and a small table with a plant.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A kitchen with a large wooden countertop, a refrigerator, and various framed posters on the wall.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining table, chairs, and a view of a lake.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Hiawatha National Forest
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Manistique, MI
  • Place, Hiawatha National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gooseneck Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Lake State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Kids Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Spare Room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique

Unwind with your friends and family at the beautiful Big Kidd Cabin. The perfect rustic cabin with all the desired amenities. Featuring a brand new fully remodeled kitchen, (3) cozy bedrooms, full bathroom and indoor/outdoor bar.
The Outdoor bar is our favorite spot in the cabin. Use it all hours of the night, and enjoy coffee the next morning while gazing out at the peaceful lake. You are likely to see families of geese, swans, loons and sometimes even otters.
(2) smart TV's, Highspeed WI-FI, JBL Party Speaker, gas grill, Fire Pit, bean bag boards, toys, bounce house and sand beach for the kids! Kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need: Airfryer, Keurig, Coffee Pot, toaster and blender. Air conditioner has also been added to keep the cabin a cool comfortable temperature in the hot summer months.
Bathroom has towels, shampoo/ conditioner and blow-dryer. As well as extra linens for beds and sofa bed if needed.

We have a large dock, so you can enjoy endless hours of catching bluegill, large mouth bass, and northern pike.

Available Free to use: (2) adult kayaks, (2) child kayaks, and a metal john boat w/trolling motor located in the boat house. Firewood bundles are available onsite for purchase, honor system cash box or QR code to pay onsite.

Being on Highway 13 gives you endless trails for riding ATVs and bikes. Munising is a 30 minute drive north, and Manistique is 20 minutes East. At The Kidd cabin you are right in the middle of it all.

We also allow camper trailers to be parked on the property for an additional fee, just message ahead of time!

NOTES:
-The one bathroom in the cabin is a "pass thru" bathroom and to access it, you need to walk through a bedroom.
-There are two surveillance cameras: one on the corner of the garage facing the front door entrance and another at back of property facing our pontoon boat for security.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet fee applies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2393346vb
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
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

Manistique

Located in Manistique, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Palms Book State Park and Hiawatha National Forest. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Manistique, MI

What's nearby

  • Hiawatha National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gooseneck Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Palms Book State Park - 26 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Indian Lake State Park - 33 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Manistique Boardwalk - 42 min drive - 53.7 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 64 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique?

As of 3 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique on 6 Oct, 2026 start from S$742, 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 Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cabin w/ Private Dock & Outdoor Bar near Munising/Manistique located?

This family-friendly Manistique holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Hiawatha National Forest and Gooseneck Lake. Mowe Lake and Corner Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a good central location for everything we wanted to see. It is isolated, but has excellent wifi and views. Enjoyed all the neighbors. This was a very neat, cozy, and clean place. Love the fully stocked kitchen
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The updated kitchen was beautiful, well-stocked, very functional, with a lot of storage. We cooked breakfast every morning. The lake was beautiful. We spent a lot of time outdoors. Every family member caught a fish (mom, dad, and two teenage boys)! The property was exactly as advertised and we had absolutely no problems or concerns. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2026
Thank you Don for the review!! Every year we do try to reinvest back into the property and the kitchen remodel was exciting to finally complete. We are happy you enjoyed and hope you rebook for your future getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin vibes right on the lake. We loved our stay. The kayaks were a major plus. The updated kitchen had everything we needed. The new AC unit was definitely a nice relief. They now also have firewood for sale if you want a fire. The rooms were comfortable and the kids loved all the toys available. Side note in case you are going with more than one adult group. The main bedroom and the side bedroom share a closet that doesn’t have full walls. This was interesting but not a dealbreaker. The kid in the side room just had to deal with the light (coming from our room) on after her bedtime. This is the 2nd time we stayed and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2026
Thanks for the thoughtful review Rebecca! We are designing with our remodel crew to reconfigure to have a separate hallway to the bath and bedroom! Same carpenter who did the kitchen remodel. Stay tuned, hoping to tackle that project this winter so it will be ready for next season. Until then, its maintaining the cozy cabin vibe!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer at the Lake

Great stay. Kiddos loved the kayaks and pedal boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cleanest VRBO stay I’ve experienced by a mile. The owners stay there 1/2 the time so it’s well cared for and spotless. So many games, great outdoor space etc. Zero bugs, paddle boat, kayaks all free of charge to use which was so nice. The lake is muck-bottom in that part but it’s easy enough to find sandy shores paddling a little ways out. Host was very responsive, clear view of the Milky Way, remote and lovely. Great hiking in the area as well as attractions. Good jumping off midway point between Munising/superior and Lake Michigan. Things I didn’t like were the water was very irony- bring your own bottled. There was also no dishwasher or washing machine. That gorgeous updated kitchen fooled me into thinking there would be one but it is truly an up north cabin. Not much closet space, could use more hooks and hangers. Like others have mentioned, you can see from one adult bedroom into the other. There was an issue with the freezer and fridge being ajar when I arrived but I fixed the freezer part. The fridge door needed to be pushed on hard to make sure it closed. I also bought s’mores stuff but could not find any skewers/metal fire fork things so went without. I’m used to there being cooking spray, water if it’s undrinkable, and basic salt and pepper at places like this but the hosts ask you not to use “pantry items” so I’m not sure if that is included - BYO. A great, relaxing trip - loved the critters of the UP book and guide-book/binder/pamphlets!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2026
Aww thank you Mikala for the thorough review! It helps future guests really get a feel for our place prior to a stay. Trust me, I am as disappointed as you with no dishwasher lol... but with the hard water, contractor recommended skipping it. We will be making updates to our check in/out instructions because we welcome everyone to use seasonings etc, but I can see how that was misunderstood. I will be rewording that to state only our food items in the top pantry are reserved. Again, thank you for the thoughtful review, this helps us improve every year! <3
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great up north cabin, has a nice beach but the lake is kinda mucky near the house, but found nice sandy spot at one of the public campsites nearby, great proximity to trails for riding and great property for hanging out and enjoying the outdoors
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and tranquil

Was a very nice property, beds were very comfortable. Star gazing was amazing. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
Thank you for staying at our little slice of UP Paradise. Hope to have you again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay

Great cabin, very clean. Loved the outdoor space. Host had a fast response to all questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying with us and hope to have you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Very peaceful getaway. Nice lakefront view with all the needed amenities to enjoy the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
Thank you for the review Amy! We are glad you found our cabin peaceful, a perfect family getaway! Hope to host for you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin. My kids loved going out in the kayaks. It was nice to have internet that worked so well.. especially since our cell service was sparse in that region. The little kids also loved all of the toys to play with.The lake was peaceful. Beautiful area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2026
Catching up with our reviews from last season, so I just wanted to reach back out and thank you for staying at our cabin! It is paradise for kids and parents who all need to unwind and reconnect!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, wonderful time!

This was our second visit in 2 years and we enjoyed it even more. The updates since our last visit were great. Great location to get to all the sites in Manistique and Munising.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Michigan family vacation

Our family had a wonderful time at this cabin. The backyard area with the bar was the perfect spot to hang out as a family and enjoy the lake. I would recommend this place to families w children of all ages.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
Thank You very much for staying at our cabin! Anytime your back in the area reach out and we would love to host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This house was very cozy. The view of the lake was an added bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Thank you Stacy, glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Our family of 7 had a wonderful stay! Wish we could have stayed longer and hope to visit again one day. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your nice review! it is our little slice of paradise, and we are so happy to share it with others. It is a great place to unwind and have a simple relaxing vacation with family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and private

We enjoyed our stay at this cute cabin! The cabin had everything needed for a nice fish fry and a good cold drink! We needed a restful break and we got it here. Our sweet "fish dog" Carly Simon enjoyed the lake! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This was our 3rd time and we'll be back

We always enjoy our stay here. Trish is very responsive. The property is clean and has everything you need. Location is central to many attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lakehouse!

My family loved our stay at the Kidd Lakehouse! There was lots of activities for the kids and for adults. Communication was really good with any questions we had. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We try to make it as family friendly as possible. Hope to have you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Great little cabin, on a peaceful lake. We loved playing family games and hanging out in the outdoor space!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the kind review, we love providing a peaceful get away for families!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

75 birthday get together

Beautiful,quiet,and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2024
Thank you for the review Larry! Glad you enjoyed your birthday weekend :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UP base camp

My family loved staying at this cabin while we explored parts of the U.P. The cabin was very clean and very kid friendly. So peaceful and quiet! We would definitely recommend this cabin, especially if you have children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
It is our kids favorite place! And we know how stressful traveling with kids can be, so we tried to do our best to have all the fun stuff and amenities for kids on hand! Glad you enjoyed your stay and made some memories!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So peaceful....

Nice little escape from everyday life!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Thank you Dan, glad you enjoyed and happy to have you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Overall nice stay

We made the trip work with some minor changes, could have made the stay much more enjoyable. But the place was clean and the owner responded to message quickly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
Hi Tracy! I wasn’t aware of any changes needed on our end, since you didn’t reach out. Was there anything we could have helped with to make things better? We always appreciate feedback as I strive to make this family cabin turn key and enjoyable for everyone.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean and spacious

We used as a home base for a place to sleep. It was clean and plenty of room to relax at night. Quiet area. Easy check-in and communication with owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
Thank You Chris! We are happy you enjoyed our Cabin and hope to have you again maybe next year if traveling through!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We had a wonderful time and the hosts were great. I forgot to retain the passcode info for check in and then had no wifi/connection to look up the info so we had to drive up the road a ways until we had cell service (this was totally my fault) so friendly reminder to remember to get the information so this doesn't happen to you! Thanks for the great visit to the UP!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the feedback! and yes, you have wifi as soon as you get into the cabin but need the door code to get in. Absolutely something I would do too. Good idea we should post the wifi password on the front door for instances like this.

About the host

Hosted by Trish Kidd

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We are a family of 4 that have been fortunate enough to call this cabin our second home since 2019. We enjoy the cabin ourself at least 2 weekends a month, so you can rest assure maintenance and updates are taken care of throughout the year. We own many long term rentals in Escanaba, so it is fun to be on the other side hosting a short term vacation rental as well.

Why they chose this property

The minute you walk into the Kidd Cabin you feel relaxed and ready to have fun. We have everything a kid could want to do onsite, so as a parent your job is to kick back and let them explore. We do have neighbors, both are long term residence of the area and enjoy the liveliness our cabin has brought with the kids around always having fun.

What makes this property unique

The perfect balance of remodeled and updated amenities, while still maintaining the Rustic cabin in Upper Peninsula experience. Sand beach for kids to play, trails to ride ATV's on from the driveway, fishing off the dock, with a full kitchen to prepare as simple or big of a family meal you desire. The Outdoor Bar is our family hang out spot. Playing music videos on the tv and all staying up way too late enjoying the night. You will feel at comfortable at home the minute you walk in the door.

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