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Paradise Chalet on Paradise Lake

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, books
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Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled in a quiet cove surrounded by forest, Paradise Chalet offers a serene retreat with sunset views over beautiful Paradise Lake. Cross the country lane to your private beachfront on a sandy bottom lake with cabana and 'L' shaped dock. With 2 kayaks for your use, fishing tackle available on site, and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities like golfing or biking nearby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Paradise Chalet on Paradise Lake

PARADISE CHALET - Adorable new year 'round rental on Paradise Lake - sleeps 6 and has nice Paradise Lake access with a cabana and a dock. It comes with 2 bikes and 2 kayaks.

This is a newer lakefront property with sunset views over beautiful Paradise Lake. Cross the country lane to a private beachfront on a sandy bottom lake with cabana and "L" shaped dock. Bring your water toys but we have 2 kayaks for your use. Paradise is a great fishing Lake so bring your poles; some fishing tackle is available on site. Paradise Chalet is located just minutes from Mackinaw City and the ferries to Mackinac Island but offers you a private and peaceful retreat to return to. It's nestled in a quiet cove and surrounded by forest.

This spotless cottage is light and airy with lots of windows and amazing views of Paradise Lake. It offers everything you need to enjoy your vacation - just bring your groceries! The master bedroom adjoins the bathroom on the main floor and has a queen sized bed. The upstairs loft has 2 queen beds. The main floor has an open design with living room, dining room and kitchen. There is a very large deck drenched in sun which faces the lake. The cottage features central air, a new washer/dryer, DISH satellite, WIFI and a water treatment system to remove that 'country water' that so many cottages have. We also offer 2 bikes for your use.

The location is so perfect to enjoy Northern Michigan. Situated minutes from Mackinaw City, the Mackinac Bridge, St. Ignace (the gateway to the Upper Peninsula) Cheboygan, the beautiful Inland Waterway, Les Cheneaux Islands, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Good Hart, and Charlevoix - the list goes on and on! The fall colors are unbeatable and there are lots of opportunities for viewing them. Organized bike rides, road races for runners and winery and brewery tours are very popular. Golf, fish, boat, swim, ski, hike, bike, antiquing, casinos, winery/brewery tours. What's your pleasure?

If you love biking, the North Western State Trail can be accessed through Carp Lake and passes through many communities along the way, including Conway, Oden, Ponshewaing, Brutus, Pellston, Van, and Levering. In 2018, the scenic route was recognized with a National Recreation Trail designation.

The spring and fall are great for bird watching - especially the hawk migration in early spring. We've personally witnessed it and it takes your breath away to see the hundreds of raptors circling the sky to make their annual crossing of the Straits of Mackinac.

Join us as guests and make this a memorable vacation spot that you will want to return to over and over again!



*We have opted to offer Damage Insurance at the cost of $55 for your stay in lieu of a refundable security deposit. It will be listed under fees as "Damage Insurance".

*WILDLIFE DISCLAIMER*

Coming to beautiful Northern Michigan includes the possibility of wildlife encounters. We have midges, spiders, mosquitos, occasionally black flies and an assortment of other insects. We spray regularly to keep them at a manageble level but we also don't want to damage the fragile ecosystem here. Note that where there is water, there will be spiders. They are very industrious and can build back a knocked down web within a day!
They are also great for controlling mosquitos and wasps, which we appreciate.

We treasure the wildness of the North and perhaps that is what attracts you.

Consider yourself lucky if you catch a glimpse of any of our other wild neighbors - black bear, wolves, deer, elk, coyote, fox, bobcats, porcupine, skunks, raccoons, eagles, hawks, squirrels, chipmunks and mice as well as a massive variety of birds.

We ask you to consider this before booking one of our cottages or cabins.

The presence of wildlife is part of the experience here and does not warrant a refund.

AMENITIES NOTES: Dish sattelite, Hughesnet internet dedicated wifi

Dock is pulled out of the water on October 1st

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,134 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash, dry and put away dishes used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties, smoking, vaping, or pets.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number 27-4082290

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

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Carp Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 11 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rusted Spoke Brewing Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mackinac Island Brewhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Toast A Go-go - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise Chalet on Paradise Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Paradise Chalet on Paradise Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise Chalet on Paradise Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise Chalet on Paradise Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lancaster Lake, Lake Michigan and Edgewater Beach. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Mackinaw Crossings are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Paradise Chalet on Paradise Lake Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and location was perfect for our girl's getaway to Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island. Plenty of towels, kitchen space for goodies, and the dining table worked great for board games.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay! It was a short drive to Mackinaw City and the ferry to get to the island. Diane was easy to contact and responded promptly to any questions we had!Would recommend you staying here if you plan to visit Mackinac Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

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

Family Vacation

Close to Mackinaw, enjoyed kayaking and fishing
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

B H.

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

Great place to stay for a Mackinac Island

Very clean and cute cabin on Paradise Lake. It was the perfect base for day trips to the island. We had a wonderful time. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was in a great location and was perfect. I would totally stay here again. Close enough to everything but still secluded as well. The lake was a nice addition
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Nice location

Nice relaxing location. The kayaks were a hit with my teens!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D., Richalnd, Michigan

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

Wonderful place to stay!

The chalet was beautiful, clean and well maintained. The location was in a quiet location, but close to all the area attractions. The lake was beautiful and relaxing. I would higly recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Lake House

Clean and as advertised. Great location. Close to everything Mackinaw but hidden away on beautiful lake property. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin E.

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

Perfect vacation spot

This house was perfect. We did not experience any problems. The location was great. The weather didnt cooperate so didnt get to kayak but there are 2 nice kayaks to use. Very safe area. Kitchen had everything we needed. There was plenty of paper products, soaps, etc. Lots of towels. One of the nicest rentals we have stayed in. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy p.

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

Entry was a challenge. House was great

We were given wrong access code. Took a bit to get correct code and get key. House was cute, very clean . Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Kristy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Poorly handled

They don't tell you until it's too late to cancel that they forbid any sort of campfire. I offered to bring a covered pit and they still said no. Other cabins in the area had fire pits. Also, the cabin lost power so we could not use water. No generator. The host did not offer any solutions or alternatives and they were out of the country. The assistant who was oit of town wasn't any help either. We missed an entire day of our family vacation. And they did not refund our damage insurance even though we left the place undamaged and as clean as possible, given we had no water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

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

Michigan Trip

My boyfriend and I planned a long weekend away. Location was great. Close to Mackinaw City. water with dock across the street. Great view of the water. Everything was true as stated in the listing. The property could have used some finessing. Lots of spiders and cob webs. Inside and out. We are used to more complimentary items to cook with like seasonings, foil and things to put left overs away in.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy J., Englewood CO USA

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

Very wonderful!!!!

This cottage was beautiful and comfortable. We enjoyed everything about it. It is well decorated without being cluttered. It was spotlessly clean. Everything about the check in and check out was simple. The private dock was so peaceful. We loved kayaking. The bikes look to be very nice, although we did not have a chance to use them. We hope to return in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

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

Perfect Place

This place is amazing! The perfect home base for all the sightseeing we did around Mackinaw and the UP. Could not have been easier or quicker to get to Mackinaw City. The lake is so peaceful and we loved paddling around with the kayaks. The lake is also great for swimming with a sandy bottom and clean water. House was very clean and had everything we needed. Was well stocked with plenty of TP, tissues, extra blankets and pillows, etc. Kids loved having their own loft space. We would love to come back, staying here made our vacation extra relaxing. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Zelta M.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Not as expected

The property needs some overall deep cleaning, painting, and updating on the inside. The outside needs much attention. The dock area and cabana were nice, but the yard was neglected with sumac growing around the whole house. Being highly allergic to sumac, we had to vacate the property. With that said, Diane was very understanding and relocated us immediately. She checked on us and responded quickly if I needed anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a perfect little property that's big enough to be spacious, yet still cozy. The sailing décor is the best and our girls just loved every bit of it. We had a great time. The kayaks and bicycles are great, and the views are tremendous. It's super close to Mackinaw City, but you certainly feel secluded -- you rarely see a neighbor and the road the serves the property has almost no traffic. The private dock and water equipment was great fun and super relaxing, with the best views. There's plenty of ankle deep clear and rocky water for catching minnows and the like. If you want pretty good bar food (and pizza) to go, Clyde's Place is just on the other side of the lake, maybe a 5 min drive, but the kitchen in the Chalet has just about everything you'd need to cook in house. Groceries in Mackinaw City are pretty limited, so if you have any particular food requirements, you should bring them with you, or head over the bridge into St Ignace for a bigger supermarket. The basement was well stocked with 'just in case' cleaning supplies. As the sun goes down, mosquitos wake up, so even tho there were a good bit of pest control product in the Chalet, bring extra stuff just in case. We hated to leave, and the kids were begging to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a wonderful peaceful setting! We loved hanging out at the dock, kayaking, swimming and floating in the lake. We were there over the 4th of July weekend and couldn't believe how quiet the lake was. We rented a pontoon and enjoyed tubing. It was nice to see the fireworks from our dock too. The place is well equipped. Camping chairs, patio furniture, well stocked kitchen. There was also plenty of shampoo. Just bring a pump for the bike tires as there are two very nice bikes but only one with tires with air. The pump was broken. We would definitely stay here again. Beautiful empty beach on Lake Michigan near by along with quick access to everything Mackinaw.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

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

Great place

This is a great little property if you want to stay close to Mackinac city but not in town. The house was just as the picture showed it access to the lake is right across the road. The property is perfect location to go any direction. We will definitely consider this for our trip next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

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

We cant wait to come back!

My BF and I had an amazing vacation celebrating our 2 1/2 years. We love kayaking and biking so this place was great for us. The scenery is surreal. It’s super close to Mackinaw Island where we spent most of our time. I would recommend stopping at a walmart before you get there, the closest one is about 30 minutes away. The owner responded quickly, she was awesome. We are so excited to come back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The chalet is stunning. The one issue that we had was addressed immediately. Host was available with any questions. Private location it easily accessible to Mackinaw City and the ferries to the island. Highly recommend this location. Thank you from the 4 of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay. It was peaceful and a great location. Not that far of a drive to restaurants and shopping. Loved the fact there is a lake across the road from the property. It was a little chilly so we weren’t able to take the kayaks out but it’s good to know that they are accessible for better weather. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfy, roomy, and nice with a great view and access to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

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

Really Nice Lakefront Cottage

This cottage is clean and cozy, with wonderful lake views. The lakeside deck and dock, along with 2 kayaks for guests to use, were great. We had an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

Very nice

Place was clean, and no scents at all!!! Thank you!! We enjoyed our time here, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Beautiful house, beautiful location

We really enjoyed the house. Beautiful both inside and out. Great view of lake and a lot of privacy. Would love to stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024