Coleman's Cabin : Cozy Lakefront Cabin on East Lake | McMillan, Michigan

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

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Mc Millan, MI
  • Place, East Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahquamenon Falls State Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Muskallonge Lake State Park
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

McMillan

Located in McMillan, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at East Lake and North Manistique Lake, while Luce County Historical Museum and Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Mc Millan, MI

What's nearby

  • East Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min drive - 35.5 km
  • Oswald's Bear Ranch - 26 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Tahquamenon Falls State Park - 34 min drive - 56.0 km
  • Muskallonge Lake State Park - 49 min drive - 72.8 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Helmer House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Offside Grill & Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Lake Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cobblestone Bar & Gril - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Muggs Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coleman's Cabin : Cozy Lakefront Cabin on East Lake | McMillan, Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coleman's Cabin : Cozy Lakefront Cabin on East Lake | McMillan, Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coleman's Cabin : Cozy Lakefront Cabin on East Lake | McMillan, Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coleman's Cabin : Cozy Lakefront Cabin on East Lake | McMillan, Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coleman's Cabin : Cozy Lakefront Cabin on East Lake | McMillan, Michigan located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from East Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of North Manistique Lake and Manistique Lake. Kaks Lake and Newberry Country Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 29 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this sparkling clean and comfy condo! The bathroom decor and the shower was "exquisite." Ahhhh... loved the shower. Offered everything we needed for a one-night stay. Host was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the clean, comfortable condo and especially loved the beautiful bathroom and shower! We're glad the space had everything you needed for your stay and that our team was helpful. We'd love to host you again on your next visit! -Van, FVR
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin on a nice, private lake. We really enjoyed the fishing and quiet setting. The only downside which is out of the host’s control, is the spotty cell phone service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the cozy cabin, peaceful setting, and fishing on the private lake. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the spotty cell phone service, as it can vary in more remote areas. Thank you for staying with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway! - Van, FVR
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was on the lake. Beautiful view. The cabin itself was clean but a little cluttered. There is no internet so at first did not think that we would like that but it ended up being good. Enjoyed the beauty of nature all around us. The colors were just starting. The hosts were very generous. They had snacks which I thought was a nice touch. We would come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful lake views, the peaceful surroundings, and the little welcome treats. Sometimes, disconnecting from the internet gives us the perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature! We appreciate your feedback regarding the clutter and will keep it in mind. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we'd love to welcome you back for another relaxing lakeside getaway! -Van, FVR
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy lake cabin

We sure enjoyed our time together at the Coleman cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2020
Bonnie, we love hearing that you enjoyed your stay at Coleman's Cabin. We were happy to host you, and would like to do so again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake cabin

Small, private, on the lake. Great getaway cabin. Nice central location for exploring between whitefish point and pictured rocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2022
James, we're glad that the cabin worked out so well for you. We hope to see you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very nice UP cabin

The cabin was small but clean and exactly what we were looking for. Beds were comfortable and the lake was beautiful. It is a very small cabin but we didn't need anything larger.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Hi Jamie, Coleman's Cabin is the perfect place to sit back and relax. The view of the lake through the trees is so delightful. We're glad that you experienced its wonder.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A gem of a cabin, hidden away right on a lake

My family and I so enjoyed this property. It was convenient, clean, and the team was responsive. It was wonderful to have the duck boat and life jackets all ready for us. Wonderfully stocked place. Would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2021
Deanna, we're glad that you had such a good time at Coleman's Cabin. We agree, it is a gem of a cabin, and we would love for you to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing get away

This cabin has a very homey feeling. I cuddled up on the sofa and was able to catch up on some reading and my husband used the boat and went fishing. We had a nice bonfire in the evenings and also did some day trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct, 2020
Ann, it sounds like the perfect getaway! It was our pleasure having you as our guest and we'd love to work with you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

The house is nice. The hot water heater worked well enough to handle 4 quick showers. I liked the location, relatively quiet. 10 minutes from Newberry. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Lewis, we are glad that Colman's Cabin fit your needs.  The views from the deck are spectacular, and the sandy bottomed lake is great for swimming.  We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cozy cabin on East Lake. The location is ideal for visiting various locations throughout the U.P. or staying in & enjoying the quiet lake life. All within an hour to Oswald Bear Ranch, Tahquamenon Falls State Parks, Lake Superior rock picking, Benny the Bearded Fisher, Munising, & many more! On your way stop at Cut River Inn for a delicious pasty or burger! The Kisro's convenience store has most anything you might need just a short drive or walk down the road (across the road from the cabin access road). So many areas to pull off for a beach day on the big lake(s) or head into Newberry for a movie night. The cabin itself is well stocked, comfortable, & accommodating. Feels more like staying at your family's place than being a rental. If you're not there to fish - you should be! Plenty of panfish, pike, & hefty bass to be caught!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the cabin, the peaceful lake setting, and its convenient location for exploring so many of the U.P.'s amazing attractions. It means a lot to know the cabin felt comfortable, well-stocked, and more like a family getaway than a rental. We appreciate you sharing your local recommendations as well! We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing stay, and maybe another successful fishing trip! -Van, FVR
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Coleman's Cabin

The description of the cottage and property was accurate. The setting was lovely and the cottage had a nice deck . We made use of the firepit several times while watching the sunset over the lake. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of hot water for showers. There were three of us and we enjoyed our stay at Coleman's cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec, 2024
Thank you for your kind review Linda! We’re so glad you enjoyed the lovely setting, cozy comforts, and sunsets by the firepit at Coleman’s Cabin. You were fantastic guests, and we’d be delighted to host you again anytime! -Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Colemans cabin

The coleman cabin had a very "homely" type of feel. Description was perfect. location was perfect for our 4 day stay to view pictured rocks and the techquamin falls. Lake was beautiful, and the cabin provided everything we needed for cooking, cleaning, sleeping, and pass time. Little instruction notes around the cabin were very helpful. We are very excited to come back to the coleman cabin in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Jesse, we'd love to have you come back to Coleman's Cabin!  We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay.  The cabin is on East Lake in McMIllan, MI and has 3 sleeping quarters consisting of 2 bedrooms and a loft area.  It also has a washer and dryer for guests convenience. 
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint cabin on lake in the UP

We enjoyed our stay in this nice little cabin on East Lake. My husband has some luck fishing, and we made this HQ when we visited many of the Eastern UP sites. TV and music worked well. No Wi-Fi.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Margaret, we're glad that you enjoyed your stay and that your husband caught some fish! We hope to see you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin for a Quiet Weekend!

We had a wonderful stay in this cozy cabin! The cottage was incredibly welcoming and truly made us feel like we were renting it from a family friend. The house was stocked with all the amenities you could need for the kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. The location was wonderful and so quiet. We felt like we had the entire lake to ourselves. We were able to catch Pike, Bass, Catfish, and Blue Gill right at the end of the dock. There wasn’t much cell service, but we enjoyed the opportunity to disconnect for a while and enjoy the beauty of the UP. We definitely will be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2022
Marianna, we're so glad that you found the cottage to be welcoming, and that you had successful fishing! Impressive. We look forward to your return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Serene, clean setting

It's a small cabin but well thought out and they make the most of their space. Beautiful, wooded setting and very few people around, which both I and my grandson loved. He fished a lot while I read. Lake is weedy and mucky so dont plan in swimming but thete is everything you need here for a great vacation! Wish they would have had a broom, dustpan and mop so we could have cleaned up better. Vacuum didn't work. The UP is stunning! Thanks for, in my eyes, a perfect vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
The U.P. is an amazing place. The raw beauty is something to be experienced. We are happy that Coleman's Cabin fit your needs. Fishing and reading out in nature sounds like the perfect vacation. We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We enjoyed it.

We enjoyed Coleman's Cabin. The cabin was clean and matched the online description fairly well, you do need to provide a better description or picture of the loft entrance. This was not a problem for us but could be for someone not expecting a ladder style scenario. The outdoor areas were nice also with multiple seating options and tables. We enjoyed watching all the woodpeckers and other birds. The yard is on a bit of a hill but provided a nice fire pit that we used several nights while watching the sunset over East Lake. Everything we needed was there plus some. The setting was nice and quiet while we were there. I can picture more noise in the summer but mid Oct there were not alot of people on the lake. We would revisit this cabin. Thank you for a nice place to call home during our trip to the beautiful Upper Peninsula.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Kristine, we are happy that you enjoyed Colemans Cabin and we appreciate this review. Your description is right on. We will change the description of the loft entrance. We hope to see you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin super quiet beautiful lake the family had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you and your family had a great time and enjoyed the peaceful cabin and beautiful lake. Van, FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for a couple

Beautiful deck, great swimming at dock. And the barbecue was nice to have. I tried the hummingbird nectar. The bird put its beak in briefly 3 times, but didn't stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2021
Richard, it's great knowing that you enjoyed all the amenities at Coleman's Cottage! Too bad the hummingbirds didn't stay. They are mesmerizing to watch. We'd love to have you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Was a perfect place for my little family getaway. Store and restaurant were right by (such at plus).

would definitely stay here again. Already recommended it to others. Loved having the boat to paddle around the lake. Very pleased with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2021
We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, Janelle! We hope to have you back some time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice Little Cabin to Get Away

My family and I had a fun few days in the UP staying here. As is clear from the description it is a small cabin, and we had to shift a dresser to get our daughter's pack-n-play to fit in the second room, but as a family of three it was a fine size. We had everything we needed, and we were sad to leave. Like most cabins, it has some small quirks and is a little cluttered, but it was clean overall. I tried to do some fishing and took the duck boat out, but I didn't have any luck, probably due to the time of year (early May) and my lack of knowledge of the lake and spring fishing in general. Overall, we would recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2021
Thank you for your review, Nathan! Yes, though the cottage is small, it certainly makes for a good small-family vacation! We strive to keep a clean, cozy feel to all of our rental homes. We appreciate your feedback, and we hope to have you back in the future!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Great place to get away

This place was great and lots of extras supplied. Thank you for the peaceful stay and accommodating our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great memories!

We had a great time. It was comfortable and easy access to everything. The lake was very nice and loved having the boat to use. I do wish there would have been more area to put food items that we brought away. Overall, we absolutely loved it!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2020
Stacy, we are happy to know that you had a great time at Coleman's Cabin. Situated on East Lake, the cabin sleeps 4 and 1 small dog is allowed. The lake has a sandy bottom and there is swimming right fro the property. There is a fire pit and a duck boat for guests to enjoy. The views are gorgeous!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay worked well.

We enjoyed our stay - it was clean, convenient and quiet. We all liked it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
We are thrilled to hear you had a great stay. Our Freshwater Vacation Rental team works very hard to ensure a 5 star stay for each guest. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

An adventure we’d rather forget...

My husband and I were looking for a nice quiet cabin tucked in the woods with a serene lake view. We were celebrating our 46th wedding anniversary and only had a couple of days to get away. We found the cabin on Mud Lake... yep, that’s its actual name. As we carefully made our way past the cluttered porch entryway, we found dirty deck chairs, several grills, and an oily covered picnic table. Entering, the cabin, a musty odor filled our nostrils and our eyes didn’t know what to focus on with all the confusing clutter. A living room, kitchen and bar stools to a counter all tried to fit in a room not much larger than the bathroom. The DVD movies for the TV (no cable or internet) must have been meant for someone other than most couples would think about enjoying. The bedroom with the biggest bed downstairs was so small that there was no room for a suitcase. The carpet was frayed & the bedside reading light was a bare bulb, which was supposed to work with a battery, but the battery wasn’t working. There was also a large bed up in the loft area, but we didn’t find that one till the morning. Going outside to see the lake was a real adventure. The path was overgrown with weeds and we weren’t sure if poison ivy was growing there or not. Trying not to trip on ruts and roots, we finally got to the dock. The lake was not as we anticipated, and the neighbors “discussing” their day made for interesting lake sounds. So much for serenity! Before we settled down for the night, we were delighted to get a call from our friends up in Copper Harbor who wanted us to visit them, so we couldn’t stay our second night in Coleman’s Cabin. We called to tell the Freshwater Vacation Rentals that we wouldn’t need our second night, and asked for a refund, but no money was refunded, because of their policy. Oh well, our stay in Coleman’s Cabin was memorable. But some memories are worth forgetting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Hi Beth and Ken- I find your review very unsettling. With all due respect, this cottage is indeed on East Lake. It is NOT on Mud Lake, as you stated. Mud Lake is nearby, it is NORTH of MI-28, while the place you stayed at is SOUTH of MI-28. I'm disappointed that if "quiet cabin tucked in the woods with a serene lake view" was your priority, as your review stated, that you didn't call us to confirm you were online booking the best fit for your expectations. We have never advertised this cabin as "tucked into the woods with a serene lake view. " It is unfair to hold us to a standard that was in your mind, yet not our description. While this older cabin is generally quiet and not a busy place, with a comfortable distance between the cabins, it is NOT serene. We have waterfront cabins which are the epitome of serenity in Manistique, Gwinn, Republic, and Baraga. I sincerely apologize for the outdoor furniture not being as clean as the inside of the cabin. If you would have reached out to us via text, call or email, we would have immediately sent someone out to make sure the outside was cleaned to the same level as the inside. Plus, we would have personally brought over a bulb for your reading light, had we known it was not present. My apologies the cleaner missed the absent reading light bulb. Plus, I hear your concerns for what is considered clutter in some circles, to what the owner considers apropos cabin decorations. We have discussed this with him and have removed some of this trinkets. He thought it gave the cabin character. When you called to tell our office you had decided to leave a day early from your 2 night stay, Claire only heard you talk about going to visit your friends in the Keweenaw Peninsula/ Copper Harbor. Therefore, she was correct in following our basic policy. She did not receive this feedback about your disappointing experience. We are a small, family business, not a hotel chain. Still, if your public, review feedback had been given, we would have worked with you toward a solution. We aren't rigid. Over the last 14 years in business, we appreciate our guests and always work to find a solution, even when it's tough. Your satisfaction is our goal. We look to exceed your expectations, yet we can only do so if we start you off with a place which matches your desires. Hence, we have 24/7 customer service with texting, phone call and email communication to ensure a positive experience. Sincerely, Cara Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Vacation

Everything was as advertised! No real complaints.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Ashley, we are happy to hear that Coleman's Cabin fit your needs.  The private dock is great for fishing, and the sandy bottomed beach just makes swimming that much better.  We hope you come back again.
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