I purchased this unusual "enclave" (try to find right angles in the house, there aren't many) in December 2023 and since have added over $130,000 in renovations and furniture, including a new bathroom, seasonal pool table room with wood burning stove for winter heat, screened in back porch, new dining room table that seats 8 plus high top kitchen table that seats 4, outdoor grille, 4 picnic tables, beds and sheets, new furnace, new washing machine and 2 new dryers, new range, 3 new TVs (biggest one is 80"!), kitchen utensils, sectional couch, wall hangings. Almost every furnishing in the house is brand new except the cool old stuff on the walls.

We can sleep 20 on beds and one futon. You could squeeze 4 more on the sectional (NON-pullout) couch and blow up mattress for 24 total. Plenty of extra blankets and pillows in the cabin. (Please read details to make sure your party is comfortable with the sleeping arrangements - 3 beds are somewhat "open air" and 2 beds are in the Bunk House!)

Kitchen stocked with tons of spices and condiments so don't buy extra! I also leave you with lots of bars of soap, shower soap, shampoo, conditioner and lotion.

NEW AS OF APRIL 2026 - SCREENED IN BACK PORCH!

NEW AS OF MAY 2025: POOL TABLE ROOM OFF THE GARAGE IS COMPLETE! WOOD BURNING STOVE FOR WINTER USE!

The house has 4 bedrooms, plus a bonus sleeping room downstairs and a separate bunk house on the bluff that sleeps 3. Each of 4 bathrooms has either a shower or tub or both.

Bunk House has heat and electricity, microwave and fridge. Sink has SEASONAL (about May to October) water. NO TOILET SORRY!

There is 1 fireplace and 2 wood-burning stoves and all the free wood you need. No A/C but fans in every room other than the lowest level. Solar panels help provide winter heat.

(Please ignore the extra 1/2 bath VRBO adds to the header above, multiple phone calls to them and they never fix what they say is a programming error on their part!)

WHAT'S CLOSE?

Looks like there is an OHV trail head close in Loretta but don't quote me on that as every time I call DNR to confirm they're clueless.

9 miles from skiing at Norway Mountain which is OPEN! The view is SPECTACULAR if you want to eat or just get a drink there.

20 miles to Pine Mountain golf and skiing and the world-class professional ski jump and the Upper Peninsula Sports Hall of Fame whose most famous member is a pretty good college basketball coach at the Michigan school I didn't go to but my son is starting in fall of 2026!.

7 miles from one of the UP's first iron mines which you can tour seasonally. (https://ironmountainironmine.wixsite.com/ironmine)

4 miles to some pretty good pizza, wings and fish at Kraemers 3 Lakes if you don't feel like cooking. Self service beer fridge if Nick, the very nice owner, is cooking your order.

22 miles to gambling and golf at the Island Resort and Casino.

OUTDOOR WEDDINGS: (We've had 3 so far our 4th is booked.) Natural wood rustic altar on grounds! The front yard is a gentle bowl shape that is great for staging chairs/guests at a slight elevation so they can see the bride and groom. You are welcome to set up a gazebo/tents on the property. Lots of parking near the bunkhouse. In case of rain you could get a small group on the covered back porch.

And...you have 40 acres to roam including Hamilton Creek on the NW side of the property (just follow the red tiles I've laid down as a path.) There are many walking paths you can explore and you can't see any other properties from the house. There are 5 old farm implements and the vestiges of a 1940s era car on the grounds. No hunting please, my nice, protective neighbor just behind me will call me if he hears gunshots! Snowmobiling/dirt biking is fine but please download the free app REGRID to see exactly where my property lines are if you choose to roam! Please note that about 15% of the property is grass or open field - roaming in the woods is a little more difficult but fun for all the surprises you'll find.

And...I have Starlink Internet so knock yourself out and stream almost anything you want on the 3 new TVs or your own devices.

DOG(S) FRIENDLY AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!:

If you want to leave your pooches outside for a bit but are afraid they'll roam, there's a fenced in corral off the bunk house to keep them close. I also have a dog run stake just outside front porch. (You don't want your dog to run into a porcupine like mine did!) Max 3 dogs. Please keep them off couch and beds (if there is excessive hair on either my cleaners will charge me - and you - an extra $100!) Dyson vacuums and lint brushes provided if Fido jumps on them.

Cleaning Fee - yes it's excessive but I promise it is pass-though! Finding someone who wants to drive out to the boondocks to leave the place clean has been one of the hardest things I've had to do as a host. Please leave towels on the floor and strip beds, that helps me keep cleaning costs as low as I can get them! Thanks!

2 night minimum stay,

DIRECTIONS (GPS MAY NOT FIND THE EXACT SPOT!)
From almost any direction, find the intersection of Route 2 and Waucedah Rd., east of Norway.
- Head south .2 miles (across train tracks)
- Make your first right (still Waucedah Rd. - look for the sign that says : " Hamilton Lakes 4 miles ")
- Exactly .6 miles to your right look for big mailbox with American flag. Solar light illumination at night.

~Welcome to your dream vacation rental, a meticulously crafted custom-built oasis nestled on 40+ acres of serene countryside. This extraordinary residence offers a perfect blend of sustainability, luxury, and spacious living in a breathtaking natural setting. As you approach the property, you will immediately notice the impressive solar panels adorning the roof, harnessing the power of the sun to provide environmentally friendly energy for your home. This commitment to sustainability extends to the energy-efficient heating system, ensuring that your comfort is never compromised while minimizing your carbon footprint. With the skylights overhead, windows, and french doors, natural light floods the interior space. The heart of this home is the large master en suite, adorned with cherry wood accents and features a walk-in closet. Venture upstairs, and you will find 3 bedrooms and a brand new bathroom, with a unique floor plan and loft-like area with the warmth of wood. Two fireplaces grace the home, adding warmth and sophistication to the living spaces. The lower level offers a generous family room, fireplace, 80" Smart TV, card/snack table, and a bonus room that sleeps 5. Vaulted ceilings throughout add an extra touch of grandeur. Step outside onto the the 2 decks, where you see panoramic views of the property with 4 picnic tables. Hamilton Creek flows through the northwest corner. The 2-car garage is yours to use to shelter your vehicles from snow. A covered walkway leads to the landscaped front door. There is even a fenced-in corral for your pooches with a finished bunkhouse for extra guests.~