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The Lake House on McDonald Island - Middle Channel! BOAT ACCESS ONLY!
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Lake view
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Harsens Island, MI
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
The Lake House on McDonald Island - Middle Channel! BOAT ACCESS ONLY!
Newly remodeled 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage on McDonald Island across from Brown's on the Middle Channel (St. Clair Flats/Harsen's island). Two 40 foot docks. Great swimming off the seawall and easy quick access to swimming at Fisher Bay, Goose Bay, Muscamoot Bay, Gull Island. Great fishing locations close by and off the docks. In the middle of the St Clair Flats with some of the best duck hunting in the Midwest! Across the river from Browns, gas docks, small boat launches and bigger launches close, and parking less than 5 minutes for guests who can pay for overnight parking! Overnight parking options at certain launches. Refrigerator, strove, microwave, and gas grill. Fish cleaning table and vacuum sealer. Huge lot with yard games, firepit, sunrises and sunsets to die for, - a true vacation spot away from the hustle and bustle of the real world! ***Note*** This is a boat access only cottage, parking available at multiple boat launches and on Harsen's Island across the river.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3778778vb
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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
Harsens Island
Located in Harsens Island, this cottage is on the waterfront. Middle Channel Golf & Country Club and Sunset Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Algonac State Park and St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Macomb Music Theatre or Emerald Theatre. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
Harsens Island, MI
Getting around
- Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) - 99 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 23 min drive
- Sans Souci Bar - 15 min drive
- Cabana Blue - 29 min drive
- Bobby Mac's Bayside Grill - 31 min drive
- The Raft - 30 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Lake House on McDonald Island - Middle Channel! BOAT ACCESS ONLY! pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at The Lake House on McDonald Island - Middle Channel! BOAT ACCESS ONLY! ?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at The Lake House on McDonald Island - Middle Channel! BOAT ACCESS ONLY! ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Lake House on McDonald Island - Middle Channel! BOAT ACCESS ONLY! ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Lake House on McDonald Island - Middle Channel! BOAT ACCESS ONLY! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Middle Channel Golf & Country Club, Sunset Harbor and Scout Drive Tot Lot. Sassy Marina and Lake Saint Clair are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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About the host
Hosted by A.J. Stadler
We bought this for family vacations and raising our kids and families to enjoy everything Lake St. Clair has to offer. Turning off iPads and getting into the outdoors, fishing, duck hunting, tubing, water skiing was the main goal and the kids love it! We wanted to share this with other people since our work schedules don't allow us to use it every week/weekend. It truly is paradise!
Why they chose this property
We have great neighbors on the island, restaurants by water are close, the middle channel is less busy than other areas and honestly, the boat access only part of the cottage is the best. You truly feel like you're remote, but a couple minute boat ride and you're back to civilization. It is the best of both worlds. The incredible water sports, fishing, and duck hunting right off the dock is the best part!
What makes this property unique
The boat access only, living on an island with modern day amenities and fully updated is the best. The yard is massive and plenty of room for yard games and even room for whiffle ball games with full teams gives it the cherry on top! Plenty of room, quick access to great fishing, hunting, bays, restaurants, etc. It truly is a one of kind cottage for our area.
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