Cabin #1 - "Chickagami" provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 640 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Parking available
Fireplace
The current price is NZ$185
NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cabin #1 - "Chickagami"
Cabin #1 - "Chickagami" A Native American word meaning “camp by the lake.” Chickagami is a fitting name for this 431 sq ft cabin, one of the first built in 1929 along the lakeshore of this small vintage resort currently known as Lakeside Cabins.
This Vintage Rustic cabin, primarily designed for the camping & fishing enthusiast, is just one cabin of a 7 cabin resort. This cabin was built in the late 1920's and holds every bit of that vintage character. It may be a little rough around the edges but this authentic cabin holds the wonderful allure of days gone by. Electrical outlets would have been added a few years later and those are few and far between. Those details won't matter to the outdoorsy kind coming for the camping experience where lake activity fills your day and evenings are enjoyed around the campfire. This charming cabin has a knotty pine interior and all the basics to create an Up North camping style atmosphere. A lifestyle one will appreciate becoming acquainted with.
All the cabins are lined up next to each other along the shore of a beautifully serene lake. This close proximity to other cabins have traditionally created a friendly community style atmosphere where guests mingle and create lasting friendships. This is the kind of place where your grandparents brought your parents, your parent’s brought you, and you are now bringing your children to create beautiful memories while spending a nostalgic vacation in a familiar old cabin.
The listed rate reflects the price for 4 adults or a family with children up to 6 people total. Additional adults beyond 4 will incur additional charges. This cabin has a sleeping capacity up to 6 people utilizing 2 bedrooms, each with a queen size bed and a futon in the living room. There is 1 electrical outlet next to the bed in one of the bedrooms, the other bedroom does not have an electrical outlet. Other electrical outlets are minimally located throughout the cabin. This cabin has a kitchen with everything to cover your basic needs, a dinning space and a simple bathroom that includes a warm shower. The spacious 13'x7' enclosed porch overlooking the lake is the perfect place to enjoy your coffee and watch the morning sunrise.
Whether you are looking for a home base to camp at the lake or a base camp while you explore the area’s attractions, you will enjoy this cozy cabin and all its imperfections. More than anything, you’re gonna love the authentic charm and the carefree lifestyle that comes with camping Up North.
Pets are welcome on the property for an additional fee of $25 per night / per pet, paid at time of arrival if not otherwise paid. This includes pets of your visitors to the property.
Free Parking is available for 1 vehicle per cabin. 1 boat/trailer per cabin is also free but are required to be parked in designated area elsewhere on the property. Extra vehicles require a $25 per day fee and must also be parked in a designated area elsewhere on the property. This includes vehicles of your visitors to the property. Extra Vehicle fees will be collected onsite at the time of arrival if not previously collected elsewhere. RV's are not permitted.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On a lake
Things to do
Kayak
Safety features
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)
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
Rules
• Tents are not allowed
• Smoking is not allowed in any part of the cabin including the screened in porch.
• You are required to respect quiet hours from 10pm to 8am.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pets on property is $25 per night / per pet. Owner
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Lakeside Cabin s Cabin 1 Carp Lake
Lakeside s Cabin 1 Carp Lake
Lakeside Cabins Cabin #1
Cabin #1 - "chickagami" Cabin
Cabin #1 - "chickagami" Carp Lake
Cabin #1 - "chickagami" Cabin Carp Lake
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About the area
Located in Carp Lake, this cabin is on a lake. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and Mackinaw Heritage Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum. Visit our Carp Lake travel guide
How much does it cost to stay at Cabin #1 - "Chickagami"?
As of 16 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin #1 - "Chickagami" on 7 Apr 2026 start from NZ$185, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cabin #1 - "Chickagami"?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cabin #1 - "Chickagami"?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cabin #1 - "Chickagami"?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cabin #1 - "Chickagami" located?
Situated in Carp Lake, this beach cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Edgewater Beach, Lake Michigan and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Mackinaw Crossings and Mackinaw City Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Cabin #1 - "Chickagami" Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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The cabin was rustic but so nice to stay in. It was warm with a fireplace heater and the view out to the lake was beautiful. The host was very communicative and nice. It was a great experience
Think of this place as staying in a camping cabin except with comfortable beds, a sink, stove and bathroom with a shower. Very rustic but comfortable camping!
Sarah G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Otis
1 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a basic cabin, just as advertised. Everything was just as expected and the views of the lake were marvelous in the morning.
My mom and i had the amazing pleasure of staying in thus adorable cabin. It had everything we needed and was super close to the Mackinac island ferry. We will definitely be back and highly recommend to all
The location was 10 minutes from Mackinaw. The local restaurant had an amazing breakfast and the local bar was in walking distance. Had a perfect weekend!
We had a great time and loved the view. Ritchie was a great host. He welcomed us upon arrival and was responsive when we had questions about how to work the TV. We will be back and will stay here again. I highly recommend this property for a relaxing time.
Rustic !! Tongue and groove pine just like my grandparents cabin !!
Lakefront with small dock. Shallow water. Great place for a fire in the evening ! Very comfortable for 5 older females on a road trip ! Ferry to Mackinac Island 25 minutes. Pictured Rocks 2 hours !
We will be back! Clean cozy cabin. Awesome, friendly, prompt owner who texted with me ahead of time and greeted us at the door. Amazing moonrise, night sky, sunrise, and the stillest lake water I have ever seen. My 2 year old could wade out into the lake to the end of the dock with my husband’s hand and loved it! Super close to Mackinac Island ferry but definitely in a whole other world! PS - there are more electric outlets in the cabin than the description alludes to - we had no problem plugging in devices for charging and my little guy’s sound machine and night light. I will recommend this place to anyone who wants to go to the area. Would love to go back and stay for a few days or a week just to relax or as a launching point for area tourist sites.
Cute place! Perfect for a couple or small family. Love its right on the lake. We had a fire and watched a family of ducks swim by a couple times a day. Very peaceful.
My husband and I stayed here for a night to split up our drive from Metro Detroit to the U.P. The cabin was rustic and quaint, plus it was big-dog friendly, so perfect for our needs. We didn’t get to enjoy much of the property but the water looked nice- shallow and sandy bottom near the shore. Could be a great option for a group of friends or large family with older kids as you could rent multiple cabins.
This place is a great base camp for all your adventures in the area. Beautiful sunrises over the lake to start the day. Then a great place to relax after a long day with fire by the lake. The owner Richie is always there to greet the quests.