On lake.Your stay at this Mackinaw City vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Jack Pine Lumberjack Show. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Mackinaw City Dock - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Keyhole Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Dixie Saloon - 4 min drive
The Hook Lakeside Grill - 4 min drive
Darrow's Family Restaurant - 5 min drive
Wienerlicious - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beachfront Cabin on Straits of Mackinac
Our home is located right on the Straits of Mackinac. With scenic views of Mackinac Island, the Mackinac Bridge and the freighters passing, it is the most relaxing getaway. We are located just over a mile away from one of the ferry lines that take you to Mackinac Island and walking distance from the Lumber Jack show. We are right on the water so you have your own beach. The house also come with free access to a local waterpark and discounts to local restaurants.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: $100.00 pet fee
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: All children welcome
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Beachfront Cabin on Straits of Mackinac Mackinaw City
Beachfront Cabin on Straits of Mackinac Private vacation home
Beachfront Cabin on Straits of Mackinac Reviews
Reviews
6.4
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 67 reviews
10 - Excellent
15
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 67 reviews
8 - Good
20
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 67 reviews
6 - Okay
9
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 67 reviews
4 - Poor
9
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 67 reviews
2 - Terrible
14
6.2/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
4.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
4.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mikelis B.
May 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
As pictured
Great location, everything we needed
Mikelis B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Lenora F.
Oct 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the view
House was very clean and the view is absolutely breathtaking. The only problem was not hearing back from our host. I had sent her a message a week before asking if there was a coffee pot or Keurig to bring pods but never got a reply. After arriving we tried our absolute best to get the WiFi but it would not connect. I sent her another email with no reply the entire 4 days we were there
Lenora F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Tammy L.
Oct 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Enjoyed our stay. Property was just right for what we needed. Entryway was dark. Security code was not clearly visible. Other than that it was great and we would use this same property again.
Tammy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
David F.
Oct 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
SPECTACULAR LOCATION ! ! !
We loved our stay here ! Your backyard is Lake Huron ! 40' away from the back door. View also includes Mackinac Island and you're just a short drive from Mackinaw City and Lake Michigan. House is very well kept.
David F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jack S.
Sep 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
X
Xonly complaint was light out in garage and we arrived late little trouble in the darkness.
Jack S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vaughn D.
Sep 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Vaughn D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Teresa S.
Sep 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely that Up North Feel
The view was AMAZING! The location was perfect! Private and quiet yet minutes to downtown. The house needs a lot of little fixes but overall very nice stay! 😊
Teresa S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Kathy G.
Sep 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views
Great views, needs updating badly,bedroom windows don't open, back sun porch sliding doors and screens need repaired, sleeper sofa not functional, beds were comfortable and clean, kitchen stove not working properly. ,
Kathy G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
2/10 Terrible
naveen m.
Sep 2, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Avoid
Saw reviews after booking thats my bad.. thought they may be expecting too much but i was wrong. As on date property needs repair and cleansing so all i can say is just avoid if you can.
naveen m.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
2/10 Terrible
Michele F.
Aug 5, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Would not recommend. Poorly kept property. VERY strong natural gas odor. Neglected!!!!
No communication from host. Reached out 4 times before Jodi responded. Overpriced-bath door doesn’t close, no fans, urine odor, broken screens, broken outside furniture, hole in flooring, hole in walls, no ceiling fans in common area, furniture is dilapidated. Grass is overgrown and so many bugs as a result. Wastebasket in kitchen instead of trash can. Could go on and on. Don’t recommend!
Michele F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
2/10 Terrible
Adam W.
Aug 1, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not a good place and not a good place to stay.
No air conditioning on property. Property is in bad shape and in need of repair. No front doors, had to walk in from garage door inside that was unlocked. Place smelled like bug killer. We messaged host about no air conditioning and no response. We then chose not to stay at property and ask host to refund. They have never responded. We stayed at a hotel instead. First bad experience I have had.
Adam W.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
2/10 Terrible
Shane G.
Jul 21, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Outstanding view. The rest not great.
No hot water, natural gas leak, gas was shut off, mosquitoes in house, goose crap everywhere, can't open windows, can't shut bathroom door, grass was uncut, weeds everywhere, mosquitoes outside, could not be outside at all. Tv did not work, no internet, no wifi. Almost impossible to contact owner.
Shane G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
2/10 Terrible
ken r.
Jul 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Had to leave due to a gas leak
I did not stay. The property had a gas leak. In the attached garage.
ken r.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Kristina K.
Jul 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A night stay..
Curb appeal, the house needs work. Inside the garage has a gas smell that is very strong in the morning. The windows all need to be updated. Only 4 windows open in the home and on a hot humid day, the house is unbareable as there isnt any air conditioning. Only fans in the home are the 2 ceiling fans in the bedrooms. Also, the stove needs a good cleaning and the dryer door doesnt shut.
Overall, can see they have done some updates in the home just needs quite bit more.
The neighborhood is peaceful and the view of the bridge and lake huron is beautiful.
Kristina K.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
2/10 Terrible
david m.
Jul 8, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Run down house
Property was all grown up on the outside hadn't been mown in atleast a month,and the beach had a dead tree laying on it and covered in tall weeds , and when we called the property manager she was absolutely rude and hung up on us the first time we called, i have pictures if anyone wants to see them , wouldn't recommend anyone to stay there,and didnt get any money back
david m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Arun S.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great views !
The house was clean and very close to the ferry pick up point ! Jodi was kind and helpful if we had questions . Beach is right on the backyard with beautiful views from the porch. you have free access to the bridge vista beach too ! That’s an added plus when you stay here . I would stay here again !
Arun S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Andrew R.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The View
The view is amazing and the size and location are great however strong gas smell in garage some windows wouldn’t open and no a/c so that’s a problem overall it was a nice stay
Andrew R.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Michael S.
Jun 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin on lake Huron
Overall, it was a excellent stay. My only complaint would’ve been windows ability to open and close without struggling.
Michael S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn M.
Jun 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Macinac Beachfront
The house was clean and comfortable with a beautiful view of the lake and the bridge. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch overlooking the lake and having a full kitchen. On the negative side there was a distinct gas odor in the garage and I would have liked to have extra garbage bags and a few dish towels. I would definitely stay there again!
Marilyn M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Joseph, Chandler
Travelled with family
May 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I loved the patio/sun room. It was quiet and peaceful and the bedrooms, living room,bathroom and kitchen were fine. The garage had a gas odor from the water heater or boiler. The location was great and I'd come back again.
Joseph
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
May 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We had a great stay with our dog….The house was clean and the view was beautiful…We had a very nice stay
Michelle B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve C.
Nov 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Property manager very accommodating.
Beautiful view.
Could use some updates but would definitely stay there again
Steve C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bill K.
Nov 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Cute house. Everything you needed. BEAUTIFUL view. Close to everything.
Bill K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
4/10 Poor
Bonita W.
Oct 16, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not satisfactory
Tons of deferred maintenance. Burned out lightbulbs, main entrance to house through the garage with lightbulb out over steps, light above sink in main bath didn’t work. Hot and cold water was reversed in half bath. Vertical blinds at patio door half busted out. No towel bar in half bath. Washer in half bath kept door from closing, 12 inch gap. Bad rust stain in bathtub from leaky faucet. Exterior photo was not sent to us even though we asked for it prior to arrival.
Bonita W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Michelle H.
Sep 30, 2023
First Stay
It's old, hasn't been updated cosmetically - rusty hot water heat vents, old furniture πllows-but it's a dog house. Remarkable view. I'd come back.