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Cabin #2 - "Kitchitikipi"

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Nestled on the serene lake shore, this charming Vintage Rustic cabin is perfect for camping and fishing enthusiasts. With its knotty pine interior, spacious enclosed porch overlooking the water, and cozy queen-size bed, you'll feel right at home in this authentic Up North style retreat. Enjoy warm showers, a fully equipped kitchen to cover your basic needs and experience a carefree lifestyle while spending quality time with loved ones.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

Sleeps 219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Lake view

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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 #2 - "Kitchitikipi"

Cabin #2 - "Kitch-iti-kipi"
Kitch-iti-kipi (KITCH-i-tee-KI-pee) means "big cold water". This 202 sq ft cabin is named after Michigan's largest natural spring in Schoolcraft County. A popular destination for guests who stay here at 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 air conditioning wasn’t even thought of at that time. 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.

This one room cabin is 202 sq ft and sleeps 2 people in the queen size bed which adjoins the kitchen and dinette. The bathroom is simple, the shower is warm and the kitchen has everything to cover your basic needs. The spacious 10’x7' enclosed porch overlooks the water. A perfect area to enjoy a quiet evening watching the loons. The cabin has 1 electrical outlet near the bed and other electrical outlets minimally located throughout the cabin.

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

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • 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)

General

  • Unit size: 202 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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 2 Carp Lake
Lakeside s Cabin 2 Carp Lake
Lakeside Cabins Cabin #2
Lakeside Cabins Cabin #2
2 "kitchitikipi" Carp Lake
Cabin #2 - "kitchitikipi" Cabin
Cabin #2 - "kitchitikipi" Carp Lake
Cabin #2 - "kitchitikipi" 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
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Carp Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City featuring a bridge, landscape views and snow
    Mackinaw Crossings
    8 min drive - 13.7 km
  • The Ferry Terminal for the craft plying between Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island Michigan
    Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    8 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    8 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    8 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    8 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Rusted Spoke Brewing Co.
    9 min drive
  • Clyde's Place
    2 min walk
  • Harbor Lights Grille
    5 min walk
  • Bière de Mac Brew Works
    8 min drive
  • Big Stone Bay Fishery
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin #2 - "Kitchitikipi" pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cabin #2 - "Kitchitikipi"?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin #2 - "Kitchitikipi"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin #2 - "Kitchitikipi"?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin #2 - "Kitchitikipi" located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Edgewater Beach, Lake Michigan and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Wilderness State Park and Mackinaw Crossings are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Cabin #2 - "Kitchitikipi" Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful!!

Love the view of the lake. Cabin was perfect small and cozy perfect for a couple. I loved that we could bring our dog. Meet some great people. I would definitely go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Very clean, quiet and so close to the water. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corrie L.

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

Nice little cabin with a wonderful view!

These cabins are exactly as advertised. Such a nice little getaway spot. Super close to lots of wonderful activities. Mackinac City/island, Wilderness State park, etc. It is definitely the perfect little base camp to use while exploring the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci R.

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

Beautiful location

My daughter and I stayed here for a birthday celebration. Was there perfect little cabin the lake was beautiful the owner was friendly. Supposed to everything in Mackinac Island. Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

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

Definitely Recommend

Very nice and clean. Great views. Will definitely be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Senor C.

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

Gorgeous Lake View Cabin

We had a phenomenal stay! The cabin was so cute and clean and had a wonderful view of the lake! The owner Ritchie was such an amazing guy to work with and is an incredible host! He went out of his way to make sure we had the perfect time there! Will be coming back to stay there for sure!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce K.

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

Nice

Good little hidden treasure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Vacation

Peaceful the lake is a beautiful lake.and the cabin was perfect.conveniently located .we enjoyed our stay.would have liked to check in earlier or been able to check out later.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina S.

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

Such a nice place

I’d love to come back with my family occupying the adjoining cabins because they’re so intimately spaced. So serene and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Cozy and quaint

Beautifully picturesque setting. Information in greeting folder at cabin should be included in VRBO descriptions. Had a fun time exploring them exploring the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claude W.

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

Perfect and close to Mackinac City

Stayed 2 days. Feels like you are very remote but in reality it’s probably a 15 minute drive to Mackinac city which is very touristy and great access to the ferry to Mackinac Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gene S.

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

Rustic and worth the price

If you love rustic, this is the place for you. The cabin has a nice kitchen, bathroom and bed. If you’re looking for everything perfect this is not the place for you, but the price is fantastic and the accommodations are very acceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Family Reunion

We had a great time.(4) Cottages for us, our (3) adult children and their children were very comfortable. The screen porches were an added bonus. All want to come back to enjoy the lake and cottages. Many things to do within a (30) mile radius.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Y.

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

Lakeside Cabins

Clean, small cabin. Very tidy! Great screened porch. Exactly as advertised. Would absolutely stay again! Thank you, Ritchie!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

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

Delightful and relaxing

What a wonderful place! Cabin was super clean and simple. We loved it. The view was spectacular. The closeness of the cabins encouraged meeting your neighbors. That was a nice bonus. We'll stay again next time we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

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

Lakeside Get Away

Great experience. It was our 10th anniversary and we wanted a quite place to just get away. This was THAT! Close to the UP, which was what we wanted, very quiet, welcomed out dogs. It was tiny, but we expected and welcomed that. The bed was comfy, the cabin was clean, the kitchen had what we needed, the check in and check out process was simple. We even added a night without problem! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Bobby L.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Not disappointed

Location to the lake was amazing! Loved waking up and looking out at the lake, however it wasnt the best for swimming. It was hot when we were there so it would be nice to be able to open more windows. Really glad i brought a fan. It was really cute with a little more work it would be excellent. With that being said i believe the posting was honest, i got what i was expecting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Amazing

The property was very clean, and everything that we could have asked for.. Ritchie was absolutely awesome.. we blew a breaker in our cabin and I called him and he was there in less than 2 minutes and had it fixed.. He was very friendly and very prompt about everything. We arrived way earlier than we anticipated and he made sure the cabin was ready for us on very short notice.. we will definitely be returning next year.. it was an absolutely great place and we had an incredible time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

lydia p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is always a pleasure staying at Lakeside. The lake was lovely and we were able to sneak a campfire in between the rain storms. Make sure to read the notes that Ritchie sends your way as it spells out exactly what you need to bring - trash bags, shampoo, etc. On VRBO, the pet fee was not very clear. It read as 25 per pet not per night, so that was a surprise as we stayed 2 nights. That may be because I booked via mobile, though, and it did not show correctly. I was unable to add a pet to my listing so we had to let Ritchie add it for us. He was helpful and communicative, and prepared for us as soon ad we arrived. Our Georgia boy enjoyed the lake and the neighbors. .The ceiling fan is a tad wobbly while on the lowest setting, so we did not feel confident using it. We were just looking for air circulation, so we ended up opening the door. Otherwise everything else worked greatThere is an AC unit , so if it had been a hot weekend we would not have been in a bad spot.The cabin is right on Paradise lake with a private dock a little to the north, and the other cabins to the south. The morning views were very pretty, and there is enough sand to sink your feet in. The water looked very clean.There were kayaks and such on site, but it did not appear to be open when we were there. Thank you again for a lovely beginning to Autumn!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the cutest cabin. We absolutely loved it. Very cozy and comfortable and the VIEW just cant be beat. We are definitely going to be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for what we were looking for. The lake is gorgeous. We saw beautiful sunrises. Shower works great. Bed comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay at a rustic cabin. We had all we needed for a basic stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freeman Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cute little one room cabin for 2 with a porch. We enjoyed relaxing and listening to the waves in the evening. As well as sitting on the porch with a warm cup of coffee in the morning watching the sunrise.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We were disappointed in the cabin. It is close to the lake and a good view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Treasa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was very small as advertised, but the owner was very responsive and the scenery was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025