Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails.
About this house rental
Located in Carp Lake, this attractive house for $212 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. This rental is 7 miles south of Mackinaw City and just a minute drive off of U.S. 31. This quaint two bedroom, one bath home has many features to offer. Each bedroom can sleep up to two adults with a full sized mattress in each room. Hide a bed is available in living room to accommodate additional guests. One full bathroom. Kitchen equipped with oven/stove and refrigerator. Microwave, Toaster, and Keurig like coffee maker is also included. Laundry before heading home? No problem, a washer and dryer are there for your use. Home resides on a 2 acre wooded lot with mature trees , plants and wildlife surround the house. Have a boat or trailer? Lot's of room to park multiple vehicles and room for outdoor toys. Easy access to the beautiful North Country Trail as well as the Petoskey to Mackinaw Trail. Boat launch on Paradise Lake is approximately 0.5 miles away. Straits of Mackinac 7.0 miles away. Short drive to: Mackinaw City Ferry Transits Mill Creek State Park Fort Michilimackinac Wilderness State Park Sturgeon Bay, and Trailsend beaches.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
TV
Garden
Map of Carp Lake, MI
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(46 Reviews)
5.0
Took me back to a time when we had property “Oop Nort!” A quiet setting in the woods that did not disappoint. Lori was a wonderful host, with a gift basket and welcoming sign. Close to Mackinac Island and various other historic attractions. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5.0
The property is located conveniently to the town but in a quaint setting. I wanted to go camping but my girlfriend doesn't like to. This property gave rhe best of both worlds. I was able to have my camp fire and she was able to have the comfort of home. I will definitely be booking this property for my spring trip. Can not wait.
5.0
Great location to everything UP NORTH! Everything we needed was provided. Extremely clean; kitchen, bath, bedding, linens, dishes... We will be back again.
5.0
Lori's home was so cozy and she made us feel right at home with her welcome sign and gift bag. Even working nights, she promptly responded to my texted questions as soon as she had the opportunity. The house is out in the woods and quiet and we loved watching the birds at the feeder out the kitchen window. It was a short drive to I-75, easy to get across the bridge for our trip to the Soo, and just 10-12 mins. drive to Mackinaw City, so very convenient for our day trip to the island and our Labor Day Bridge walk. Absolutely loved the place and will definitely look to see if it's available next time I come up!
5.0
One of our best experiences with VRBO. The place was clean and perfect for our week stay. It even came with a personalized gift basket! So much to do within an hour’s drive and then we return to this abode for a peaceful night’s rest. Everything we need and more was all there. Highly recommended.
5.0
This place is a gem. It was super clean and comfortable. We have been coming to the Mackinaw area for many years and this is the nicest place we’ve ever stayed. We love the decor, it was just fun discovering all the whimsical touches. It had everything we needed, and then some. We appreciated the little extra touches like the welcome gift, and the sign on the chalkboard with our names welcoming us. You can tell there is a lot of care put into this place. We will definitely be back.
5.0
It was a great place for us to spend our 32 wedding anniversary. Close to everything that we wanted to do (Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City area, and Soo locks) and a wonderful house to stay at.
5.0
Liked the woodsy quiet location. Close to Mackinaw City & the ferry. While sitting at the kitchen table enjoyed watching the birds, chipmunks & squirrels. Very clean place. Would stay again.
5.0
After a long and exhausting journey, my 2 children and I were quite relieved to arrive to such a clean and comfortable home. Access was a breeze and I appreciated that so much as we arrived very late into the evening. We found most everything we would need for or stay was provided. There is plenty of room to unpack your things in clean empty closets and space for your pantry items in cupboards. We particularly enjoyed sitting at the kitchen table in the mornings and watching the birds and other wildlife visiting the bird feeder. The kids enjoyed exploring and running around in the big yard where they searched for exotic tiny creatures. They looked forward to eating fresh raspberries from the vine daily. I appreciate that the area is a bit revitalized these days with a quaint general store, well appointed marine store, restaurant and iconic bar Clyde’s; all open for business and warmly welcoming visitors. Our host Lori was also very welcoming and we communicated easily. She checked in to see if we needed anything about once a week (we stayed for 4 wonderful weeks) which attests to her genuine concern that her guests are happy and content. We absolutely plan on staying here again. Thank you for providing a lovely home away from home for my family, Lori! Until next time… cheers.
5.0
Great location! Close to Mackinaw and other areas of interest. Clean and comfortable.
5.0
My daughter and i had such a fun trip. The house was perfect, and so close to everywhere we wanted to go!
5.0
They place was away from the crowds but close enough to get to the places we wanted to go.. I loved watching all the birds and critters out my window. Didn't make a fire outside to sit but could have. I could go back there the next time I am in the area.
5.0
What a lovely 3 days was spent at this house! It's woodsy location is perfect for those wanting some privacy. Upon arriving we discovered a lovely welcome gift waiting for us. The house was very clean & cozy feeling with clear instructions for checking in/out. Highly recommend staying here!
5.0
This property was amazing and the owner was incredible and easy to get in contact with during check in and check out.
5.0
Great place to call home for a few days! Excellent location, walked the beaches of 3 Great Lakes. Very spacious and clean, both inside and out. Very quiet, feels like you are nestled away in the woods instead of a neighborhood. Will definitely stay again.
5.0
My sister and I had a long weekend. House was perfect. Quick drive to Mackinaw City and then on to the island. We had the best time. We’ll be back again. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
5.0
We stayed here last summer and thought it was a great location so we booked the same location again. Only 10 minutes to the ferry and had everything we needed. Beautiful weather and had a wonderful time!
5.0
Awesome!!!
5.0
This was the perfect place to spend a few days “up north” to close out the summer. The house had everything we needed to relax and was close to everything we wanted to do. We enjoyed picking fresh raspberries to eat each morning and watching the squirrels and birds out of the dining room window. We spent time kayaking on nearby Carp Lake —which was much bigger than we expected! The house is nestled back in a quiet, little area that gave us privacy and the peace we were looking for.
5.0
Beautiful & welcoming home. Was the perfect location for our needs. Great host! Can't wait to stay next year.
5.0
Lori was a wonderful host. The property is tranquil, wooded and private' within short distances to the beach & UP.
5.0
We loved our stay at this home in Carp Lake. Greeted with a sign outside and gift bag of goodies on the kitchen table. Everything we needed was provided in this cozy home, including some fire wood for the fire pit! House was wonderfully decorated and comfortable. Loved watching the birds, squirrels, and chipmunks outside the kitchen table window! Being bike riders, we found this location was so close to the bike path which we took to Mackinac City to catch the ferry to mackinaw Island. We look forward to staying here again in the future!
5.0
Cozy, wonder home!
We loved our stay at this home in Carp Lake. Greeted with a sign outside and gift bag of goodies on the kitchen table. Everything we needed was provided in this cozy home, including some fire wood for the fire pit! House was wonderfully decorated and comfortable. Loved watching the birds, squirrels, and chipmunks outside the kitchen table window! Being bike riders, we found this location was so close to the bike path which we took to Mackinac City to catch the ferry to mackinaw Island. We look forward to staying here again in the future!
5.0
Great place to stay!
We rented this house for a few nights for a family wedding at the Dark Sky Park. It was a great location to the park as well as other places we needed to be. Mac City, Indian River,. We did not spend a lot of time at the house but it worked great for us! The place was SO clean and tidy! Also, the different kinds of birds that showed up at the bird feeder were amazing!
5.0
Mackinaw vacation
Has a wonderful time the house was clean and so comfortable my husband says the beds could be bigger but the area was beautiful and the house had everything we needed
5.0
A charming cottage with a lovely yard
We really enjoyed staying here! This is a charming, clean, well maintained, updated and lovely home away from home. It has all the modern conveniences, and we appreciated the beautiful yard & all the thoughtful and functional touches. Having internet allowed us to upload our pictures from the day’s adventures. The well outfitted kitchen, comfortable beds, relaxing shower, and local information contributed to our enjoyment. We loved seeing the local birds dine on the bird feeder just outside the window but did not get a chance to enjoy the firepit. We explored Paradise/Carp Lake, Wilderness State Park, Mackinaw City, and rode bikes around Mackinaw Island. After a full day we fell asleep before stepping out to see the Milky Way. The local corner store has a good assortment and yummy local ice cream. Hopefully we will return to this cottage and continue our exploration.
5.0
Had a great stay at this quaint, homey cottage filled with many special touches from the host making it feel like home. Great location, very clean and owner went above and beyond to provide information on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and surrounding areas.
10.0
Had a great stay at this quaint, homey cottage filled with many special touches from the host making it feel like home. Great location, very clean and owner went above and beyond to provide information on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and surrounding areas.
5.0
Cottage in the Woods
Had a great stay at this quaint, homey cottage filled with many special touches from the host making it feel like home. Great location, very clean and owner went above and beyond to provide information on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and surrounding areas.
5.0
We had a wonderful time on our little getaway. Lori’s home was perfect, from the comfy furniture to the decor and the gift bag she left for us. Her home is clean and very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay there and plan to book again in the near future!
5.0
October 13 thru the 16th 2021
We loved the country setting and privacy. We were very comfortable with the house( just like home). As we moved along in out travels there was no comparison. We will tell others about this house to stay if they travel to the Michigan area---very satisfied.
5.0
Hidden gem!
This property absolutely deserves a second look. This home is very clean and fully equipped for a visit. The 'spa-style' bathroom has been completely updated and appears brand new. The location is tucked away in the woods in a friendly community with a nearby restaurant. The location is remarkably close to everything in the 'tip of the mitten'. The property manager is attentive to any questions, but also respectful of privacy. We had zero issues and loved our visit. Such a lovely piece of paradise in the woods. We stayed in the fall, which was a gorgeous time of the year, but this place would be perfect in any season. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Home away from home
We had a wonderful time on our little getaway. Lori’s home was perfect, from the comfy furniture to the decor and the gift bag she left for us. Her home is clean and very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay there and plan to book again in the near future!
5.0
This home is top notch. Smooth check in process. From the time you open the door it is a warm and inviting home. All the amenities you need to enjoy sometime away. The house was spotless and smelled so clean. The welcome gift is a lovely touch. Just far enough out of town to really relax but close enough to things you need during your stay. 10/10 recommend staying at Lori's home for your Mackinaw, great lakes, UP vacation! Thanks Lori!!
4.0
The house was clean, comfy, and had everything needed for an extended stay.
5.0
Piece of Paradise
This home is top notch. Smooth check in process. From the time you open the door it is a warm and inviting home. All the amenities you need to enjoy sometime away. The house was spotless and smelled so clean. The welcome gift is a lovely touch. Just far enough out of town to really relax but close enough to things you need during your stay. 10/10 recommend staying at Lori's home for your Mackinaw, great lakes, UP vacation! Thanks Lori!!
4.0
Comfy little house.
The house was clean, comfy, and had everything needed for an extended stay.
5.0
Nice clean and quiet
The place was as described in vrbo app. Back door knob was a little tricky to use. But got used to it. House and property was clean and neat. Very quiet neighborhood.
5.0
Clean home, well supplied, just enough privacy on the property without feeling totally isolated, easy access to the highway, the Mackinaw bridge and many other attractions.
5.0
BFF’S TRIP
We enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage, Lori was so quick to answer any questions we had not to mention so helpful with finding things to do locally!! You must make one of your trips to go to Mackinaw Island!! We drove to the UP for the day. Cottage is a perfect location, clean, has everything you will need
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Carp Lake?
The average price for a rental in Carp Lake is $265 per night. This rental is $53 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Close to Mackinaw City. Nestled in the woods, near the lakes and trails.?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.
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