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Northern Nights

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A white cabin with a wooden deck and a small porch, surrounded by trees.
A wooden deck with a bench and picnic table, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.
A bedroom with a wooden paneled wall, a bed with a striped blanket, a framed picture of a lighthouse, and a ceiling light fixture.
A bunk bed room with wooden walls, a ladder, and a window with curtains.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink with a soap dispenser, and a wooden toilet seat.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Porch or lanai

Explore the area

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Carp Lake, MI
  • Place, Lake Paradise
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Northern Nights

Northern Nights is a quaint and classic "up north" cottage. Wake up and enjoy your coffee with a view of all-sports Paradise Lake which is known for excellent fishing all year long. We are located just minutes from the Mackinac Bridge, Cecil Bay, Wilderness State Park, Headlands International Dark Sky Park, and the ferry docks to Mackinac Island. US 31 Snowmobile trails are also nearby. In the summer you are a few minutes from gorgeous beaches on Lake Huron or Lake Michigan! Golf and wineries are just a short drive. It's the perfect location for enjoying beautiful Northern Michigan.

This cottage features two bedrooms (one with a full size bed, one with twin bunk bed) and a fold out bed in the living room. It can accommodate up to 6 people.
There is a small eat-in kitchen with basic cookware and dishes, drip coffee maker, toaster, and full size fridge. Our enclosed porch features another gathering space perfect for game night or a cozy meal.

Disclosure: Ring camera located next to front door inside porch.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Wash your dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2418740vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Carp Lake

Located in Carp Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry 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 Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Carp Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Paradise - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 10 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 10 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 35 min drive - 53.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Place - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northern Nights pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Northern Nights ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Northern Nights ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northern Nights ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Northern Nights located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lake Paradise and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Michigan and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Lake Huron and Edgewater Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

christa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, friendly host, great location to access Mackinac Island and Upper Peninsula! Wonderful stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very helpful. Unfortunately my trip started with no toilet paper. Neighbors dog (to the left if you're looking at the lake) came out and just barked and growled at us pretty much the whole trip. Neighbor did nothing to control their dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Lovely base for touring the area

This was a lovely spot that met our needs well on either side of a day trip to Mackinac Island!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Great stay!

Great place, just as advertised, was the perfect landing spot for us at the end of our days exploring the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and only 10 minutes from Mackinaw City which was great. Very quiet area, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Great little place

Great place for a two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchal p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin. Everything we needed was included.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly clean and comfortable. Description was accurate and perfect for a short girls trip north.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your stay. We are so glad you enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dora C.

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

Cozy Lake Cottage

Charming, classic cottage with views of the lake. It was very comfortable and clean, and we were provided all we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

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

Carp Lake

Wonderful little property, secluded but several services near by. Looking forward to booking here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Summer vacation 2024

Great place to stay for our visit to Mackinac Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice property. Good location for getting to activities. Clean. Wish there was lake access to fish.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melissa p.

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

Relaxing getaway

House was cute, cozy and just as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

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

Great place to stay

It was a very clean property ... less busy area. Easy to get to Mackinaw island and other places. Owner was easy to get a hold of and the place was very cute.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

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

Cozy cabin

Cozy, charming little cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy Lynn R.

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

Comfy and convenient

Nice place to stay while enjoying the UP!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and quiet little cabin. The covered porch was the best place for morning coffee! I would recommend this to anyone! 10/15 mins from the Mackinaw Bridge, made it a great spot for our up north adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Cozy and close to everything

We enjoyed carp lake and relaxing at the cabin but also that it’s close to mackinaw and other fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Great stay!

Very clean little house for a short trip! Master double bed was very comfortable. Harbor Lights Grille was the best place to eat and super close by. Clyde’s takeout pizza amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great location, perfect for everything we wanted to do. Well stocked, TV available, Clean. We didn't see any public places to go by the lake. The perfect time of year to visit the colors were amazing. We will book your place again. Thank you very much! We will recommend your cabin to anyone else we know that is going to that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

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

Paradise Lake cabin

Cozy little cabin, perfect for 4 people. Only 10 minutes from Mackinaw City.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication. All as stated in VRBO description. Clean. Great Location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

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

Very nice place

We really enjoyed out time at this location! Very comfortable, with all the amenities! Close enough to everything you would need - and a short trip for seeing many beautiful sites! Wonderful place - thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gene D.

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

Summer Vaca

The house was close to the lake, and in a great area. We found amazing places to eat, and fantastic sights to see. the weather held up nicely for most of our stay, and we enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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