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Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island

Cabin perfectly located for exploring Carp Lake

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A cabin with a stone chimney, surrounded by trees, and furnished with striped wicker chairs and a round table.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, a patterned ottoman, and a patterned rug.
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
TV, fireplace
A small, single-story building with a white exterior and teal trim, featuring a chimney and multiple windows.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Carp Lake

Heart of Carp Lake.Stay at this Carp Lake cabin and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Paradise and 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Michigan. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Edgewater Beach and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Paradise - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edgewater Beach - 9 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 12 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 12 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clyde's Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Scalawags Whitefish & Shrimp - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island

Absolutely perfect cabin in a PRIME location!!! Escape to our peaceful cabin located in a nature dense and secluded part of Carp Lake just minutes away from public access, marina where boats can be rented, a local favorite bar, and a yummy lakeside restaurant that are all walking distance away. This cute little cabin is 2 bedrooms and one bathroom with a spacious living area and kitchen for the whole family to enjoy! Also has a fire pit for those cozy nights under the stars and s’mores!



*This home does not have direct access to the lake - Please do not book unless you have read and understand that the public access is down the road!*

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island to the airport?

This cabin is 9.8 mi (14-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island to the beach?

This cabin is 6.8 mi (10-min drive) from Edgewater Beach and 7 mi (10-min drive) from Edgewater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island to downtown Carp Lake?

This cabin is 0.8 mi away from Carp Lake.

Up North No Worries! -Close to Mackinac Island Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

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

Great Location & Stay!

This place was perfect for our needs of having a dog-friendly place to stay between our trips to Mackinaw City & Mackinac Island—great location (~12 minute drive to Mackinaw), comfortable amenities, and quiet. Would love to come back and explore more of the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda C.

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

Good location

Overall, we enjoyed our stay as it was in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Great getaway rental

The property was very nice, well maintained and cozy. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older cottage but kept well. Would have been nice if bedroom doors closed easier, they dragged across floor making loud noise in night. Extremely pet friendly (which was great) Kitchen was nice and seemed to have all the basics needed. Loved having the campfire at night before bed. Overall, comfortable enough for a couple nights stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

It was perfect location

Love being in the woods, away from everyday stress. Dogs had a great time also❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S.

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

Perfect

Beautiful setting of simple cabin, perfect family getaway. We enjoyed a bonfire and my family enjoyed the space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will R.

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

Pleasant Little Cabin

This property doesn't have direct lake access, but it is nearby lots of quaint beach heads and ferries to the island. Reasonable amenities, reasonable hosts that aren't weirdos, very quiet area. Beds were absurdly comfortable. Everybody slept great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony A.

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

Little cabin in the woods

Cool little cabin in the woods! Just what we were looking for. Very clean, and cozy. Like camping with a house instead of a tent. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristyne C.

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

Great little hidden gem!

We loved our stay at this cabin! Only about a 10 minute drive to Mackinaw City, and quiet and peaceful allowing privacy. We brought our dogs with us and they did great! The house was very clean. We will definitely go back. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is at the end of a beautiful treelined driveway. The driveway could use a little leveling or gravel in a place or two but not too treacherous. The cabin is great. Furniture was ckmfy. We couldn't locate a remote for the tv so had to get up to turn on, adjust volume or change channels. Roku is on the tv. That renote works but not for the things mentioned above. It was chilly but the orovided space heater was perfect. The outdoor area was great. Not clutter or garbage as some reviews have mentioned. Its about 15 minutes from Mackinac City. I would stay here again for sure. Very peaceful. Beautiful setting and cozy inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abrajeedhan R.

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

Quiet and Comfortable

A very small and comfortable cabin. We were 2 families of 3 people each. Everything was provided as mentioned in the website. I would advise to reach the place before it gets dark at least while you are checking in. The kids also enjoyed the stay. It was within 10 min of driving distance from the Mackinaw Is Ferry day parking lots!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Larry S.

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

Anniversary Stay

Nice cabin in quiet wooded area. Cabin was clean and would comfortably accommodate 4 adults. Location is close to Mackinaw City, Tunnel of trees and Wilderness State Park, yet far enough from the crowds if that’s your style. Not much is provided for kitchen utensils, furnace is rather loud when it’s running, and less than a full roll of toilet paper was provided. For the rental fee I expected a bit better in those areas. We ended up purchasing some T.P. and a few utensils to get by.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

DIONE K.

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

Cozy quaint clean

Very clean but not true to pics. Not much for chairs for relaxing other than sofa. Beds took up most of bedroom. Shows fireplace but non working. Communication was great. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robin C.

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

Needs Work

I really struggled trying to decide if I should leave a review, but I feel like I spent too much money for the condition of the cottage. I want to warn future potential renters what they’re renting. You need to love the smell of dogs, rock hard dirty mattresses with no mattress pads, ill equipped kitchen (no sharp knife, no can opener, no cutting board…) bedroom doors that don’t shut, overflowing trash outside and a view of abandon cars at the bonfire pit to enjoy your stay. Also there is no way that 6 people could sleep here. There are 2 beds, a love seat (not a sofa bed) and a chair. The location is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kjirsti D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cozy cabin. There are two cabins on the property. Know which one you are supposed to be in. We had an issue where the guests from the other cabin mistakenly settled into ours before we arrived. We were a bigger group and couldn’t take the smaller cabin. Host was very apologetic and offered to send cleaners out, which we declined as it was late & they had only been there a couple of hours. Cabin does only sleep 4 comfortably & there is not a washer as listed. Had a small issue with one of the beds, again, host was responsive & offered to send maintenance, which we declined as we got something figured out. A few issues, but overall a good stay and great that I could bring my cat along.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim H.

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

Playing in Northern Michigan

My husband and I drove from Madison through the UP along Hwy 2 . It was a gorgeous drive with lots of views of Lake Michigan and many parks for our energetic dog to chase balls. The Mackinac Bridge and ferry to Mackinac Island were just 10 minutes from our cabin. My dog and I walked about a mile into Carp Lake proper. It was very quiet this time of the year... Harbor Lights Grille has a nice view of Paradise Lake. We had a beautiful motorcycle ride through the Tunnel of Trees... Harbor Springs has good restaurants and shops/Trillium Woods serves delicious coffee. Highly recommend checking out the Dark Skies Trails along Lake Michigan. This cabin is a great location. It was plenty big for 2 adults and a dog. The beds were very comfortable. Kuerig coffee was delicious. Photos represent this quirky, old cabin adequately. We had a great 4 nights.... could have stayed longer as there is so much to explore
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jill V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not as expected.

I thought long and hard about leaving this review, but I felt if I were renting this property for the first time, I would want to know. This is truly a cabin. There was an odor of pet urine when we walked into the cabin.There was only one rug in the cabin and it was in the kitchen hiding some mismatched flooring. It was raining the weekend we were there so the rug situation was less than favorable. The beds were uncomfortable. The floors were dirty. There weren’t enough bath towels, the shower leaked out onto the bathroom floor. The grounds needed some attention. We were disappointed especially for how much we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Cay K.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband & I were not impressed at all with this property. The cabin was not taken care of inside or outside. When we arrived on our first day there was lots of garbage on the side of the house. They only had a shower & it took 5-10 minutes to regulate the temp of the water. They said it has a washer & dryer*******NO didn’t have either one. The kitchen didn’t even have a can opener, the hand held type. One kitchen towel to dry dishes for the 7 nights we were there. They had silverware but no sharp knife. When I first arrived at the cabin we were unloading our suitcases into the cabin and I fell because the entranceway that led to the living room wasn’t level. They definitely should have a hand rail there or watch your step sign. I am 69 years and I could have broken an arm or leg because there wasn’t anything there. After my fall I knew then to step up or down by the entrance way. I don’t want someone else to fall and get hurt! For the money we had to pay for our week stay this place wasn’t worth it. The only good thing I have to say about this place is it’s close to Mackinaw City.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

karla m.

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

Nice location, but many issues

I have to start by saying this review was difficult to write. While there were a few positives, there were also several issues that really impacted our stay.The positives:The location of the property was perfect — just a 12-minute drive to downtown Mackinaw. We really appreciated how secluded and quiet it was.Unfortunately, the negatives outweighed the positives:•Inaccurate listing: The biggest issue is that the listing is misleading. It claims to sleep 6, but there are only two queen beds — no pullout couch, no full-size couch, no cot. If you have more than 4 people, you simply won’t have proper sleeping arrangements. This needs to be made clear to future guests.•Cleanliness & maintenance: When we arrived, the outdoor trash can was overflowing, and it stayed that way throughout our 2-night stay. It was unpleasant to see and smell that right next to the house.•Comfort & furnishings: The mattresses were very uncomfortable. Bedroom doors didn’t close properly unless lifted into place. One of the bed comforters had a strong smell of animal urine, and one of the bedrooms was caked in visible dust.•Kitchen & amenities: The kitchen lacked basic cookware, and what was there had residue on it. We also only found 4 bath towels — 2 were adult size, and the other 2 were toddler-sized.Overall, while we loved the location, we would not stay here again. There are too many issues that need to be addressed, specially for the price and based on how the property was advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gregg S.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

A lot of exaggerations

So this cabin is ok. We VRBO a fair amount and have had few disappointments over the years. It would be next to imposable to house six people here and if so they would need to VERY close. There was barley enough pots and pans to prepare meals for three of us, if there were more of us it would not have been posable. Someone last year mentioned the fact that there were only two coffee cups. This is still the case. There is not a table that is functional enough to comfortably eat your food. There is barely enough seating for three people so bring your camping chairs if you have more . No instructions on what to do with your garbage at check out. Dog hair all over rugs so I am not sure why we were charged a $100 cleaning fee in advance. Bring Keerug cups with you as that is your coffee preparations. Carpenter ants were found throughout the cabin, and it was said to a previous occupant "your up North in a cabin its to be expected". This is not a reasonable response. We lived in the woods in Northern Michigan for 25 years so I would know. It is about a mile to the local pub so it is walkable but its a bit of a hike. Sorry for the less than glowing review but you need to up your "game" a bit and be a little clearer on what you are renting out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Walter I.

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

Up North

The cabin was clean, a little hard to find as it sat back on a long drive. After we found it it was easy. Very comfortable, would have been better for 4 people but we made it work just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

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

Great Location; Very Rustic

My husband and I had six days with no children so we booked this property near MacKinaw City. The location was great. Close to a rails to trails bike paths and MacKinaw City. It is a quiet, wooded area that feels very secluded. We enjoyed hiking, biking and exploring the area. Harbor Lights Grille gave a lovely view of Carp Lake. The host was amazing with communication. Responding to emails very quickly. You should know that the property is very old and shows signs of that age. There were a few issues that we had with the property and the host has assured us that those issues will be resolved for future visitors. Given how responsive she was to our needs and requests, I trust that she will follow up on those promises and that this property will provide travelers with a welcome, rustic experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

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

Northern Michigan hideaway in Carp Lake

Cozy private cabin in close proximity to Mackinac City and Ferry to island. The lot has one other cabin, but they are spaced far enough apart that you have ample privacy .Was a little smaller than we would have preferred for 4 nights (bedrooms and bath are quite small). However there is ample storage space in kitchens, bedrooms and bath for clothes, food, toiletries. The owners are new to VRBO so are still purchasing a few kitchen items, so if you want to know if they have a particular kitchen tool, ask in advance. They were very responsive to suggestions of items to buy to meet guests' needs. There is a nice beach area within a few miles off of Wilderness Park Drive nearby, a state park with good hiking trails, and a self guided history tour (free, outside) at McGulpin Point lighthouse. We did not do the Dark Sky viewing area at night but it looks fantastic! Also a couple casual but good restaurants very nearby un addition to Mackinaw City and the Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrance H.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025