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North Shore Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Game room
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Cheboygan, MI
  • Popular LocationCheboygan Opera House7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCheboygan Marina7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCheboygan State Park13 min drive
  • AirportPellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)35 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.

North Shore Retreat

Nestled in 15 acres of woods with 375 ft of private sandy beach on Lake Huron, just outside the sleep city of Cheboygan, this home offers something for all seasons.
In the summer enjoy swimming, kayaking, fire pit, hot tubing, and grilling. Bask in the sun on our lakeside deck. Hop on your bike and ride for miles with easy access to North Central State Trail and North Eastern State Trail. Enjoy boating and fishing excursion out of Cheboygan or Mackinaw City. If you enjoy gulfing, try a round at The Cheboygan Golf & Country Club which is open to the public.

In the winter the nearby bike trails become snowmobile trails. Visit Mullet Lake and beyond. The area offers ice fishing and skiing at Nubs Nob. Make sure to visit Mackinaw Island at Christmas (voted top 10 Christmas towns in America by HGTV). Don’t forget to look up, the clear cold night skis are filled with dazzling starts and you might see the northern lights.

Fall offers beautiful fall colors and the opportunity to enjoy the area at a slower pace when tourism slows down. Excellent location to use as a home base for day trips to Upper Peninsula, Harbor Springs, and Petoskey. Enjoy an evening at the Odawa Casino in Mackinaw.

The property is teaming with wildlife all year long including deer, coyote, fox, beaver, skunks, porcupine, bald eagles, swans, and a variety of ducks. This is especially true in spring when migratory birds pass through. This is a birders paradise. Birds are plentiful on the property, near-by bike trails, and Cheboygan State Park.

This beautiful home has large pictures windows with water views from master, a newly remodeled kitchen, and great room. Home includes a separate TV room with a foosball table and reclining sofa as well as several areas for dining. One table top flips to become a poker table.

The view from the home and beach is simply spectacular in any season. You can also view lighthouses, Bois Blanc Island, and Mackinac Island. Beautiful sunrises will greet the early riser. You can enjoy watching passing freighters and pleasure boats until the lake freeze.

Property manager

carol Ann wedding

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Table football
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Foosball table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are 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
On-site 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

Property is also known as

North Shore Retreat Cheboygan
North Shore Retreat Private vacation home
North Shore Retreat Private vacation home Cheboygan

About the area

Cheboygan

Located in Cheboygan, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cheboygan Opera House and Mackinaw Bridge Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Spy Quest Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Cheboygan Opera House - 7 min drive
  • Cheboygan Marina - 7 min drive
  • Cheboygan State Park - 13 min drive
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 21 min drive
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pier M33 On The Cheboygan - 14 min drive
  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Burger King - 9 min drive
  • Black Sheep - 13 min drive
  • Subway - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is North Shore Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at North Shore Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Shore Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is North Shore Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Huron and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cheboygan Opera House and Cheboygan Marina. Turner Park and Cheboygan State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jeremy g.

Liked: Cleanliness
You'll wish you lived here
Without hesitation I would recommend this place to stay if you're ever visiting in the Mackinaw/Cheboygan area. The house sits at the end of a long and private driveway with no neighbors in sight from anywhere around the house. The backyard is huge with a beautiful view over Lake Huron and has its own private beach. Watching the sunrise was a favorite for my kids to do. Driving 15 minutes one way will take you to a wonderful beach with more clean water. 15 minutes the other direction and you're in Mackinaw City. The home itself is amazing with plenty of fantastic views. I had read the previous visitors post and I'm happy to say I didn't have any of the same issues. If there was one thing, I would have to say I wish the bedroom windows included screens so we could open the windows to hear the gentle waves and let a breeze flow through. I did let the owners know. Again, this was my only real concern, otherwise 10/10 I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evie H., Williamsburg, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded get away
This is a beautiful and comfortable home in a lovely setting right on Lake Huron. Enjoy sun rises and wildlife, watch freighters go by. The house has absolutely everything you could need and the beds were very comfortable. Great communication, beautiful deck, very well maintained. We would gladly return and feel lucky to have found your place. Evie
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wished we could have stayed longer!
Love the location. It's situated at the dead end of a street. Very private and secluded. Located just 20 minutes from Mackinaw City. The views are amazing and and plenty of room to relax for our family. Spacious fully equipped kitchen. Our girls loved using the three kayaks. There was another kayak available that we didn't use. The hot tub was very relaxing and a great addition to our long walks after returning from Mackinac Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Huron House
Really enjoyed the property, and the property manager, Bill, was extremely helpful and kind. Cannot beat the location and the beauty of the lake right in the backyard. We appreciated the convenience of a grill and all the kitchen amenities. Enjoyed biking to town and having the garage to keep our bikes safe at night. Had a couple visitors with some service people, and then some folks selling books who got pretty pushy and showed up more than once, but other than that, it was an awesome stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Adrian, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
North Shore Retreat
The property was very clean and well appointed. Fabulous view of Lake Huron. Close to Mackinaw City and ferries to the island Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House Week - Wonderful time!
We had a wonderful time at this property. The lake view was amazing and the sand/shallow water was great for our little ones (kids 3-7). The loved playing in the water and digging in the sand. We loved watching the boats/ferries pass through. The space and the way the house is designed is great for large families. The hot tub/kayaks were a great plus too. Also, the updated stocked kitchen allowed us to cook at home easily. There was a crockpot, coffee pots, and even dishwasher soap/laundry soap. My only drawback with this property is that the exterior was literally covered in bugs. It looked like the house wasn’t power washed in years. We left our shoes outside one night and in the morning they were just covered. We also had to hose the patio down daily to use the furniture out there. There were 2 huge bee hives on the exterior of the house and so many spiders/webs. When we arrived, there were two wasps in the house. Would we stay here again? Yes but only if the exterior of the home was maintained a bit better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful with wonderful view
Very nice, clean home located in quiet setting. Our family enjoyed the provided kayaks and fire ring. We loved waking up to view of Lake Huron.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We loved it!!!! Amazing location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Comfortable and Serene
We had a lovely time here for our September getaway. We arrived to a very clean, comfortable and beautiful home. The days began with coffee on the deck to watch a beautiful sunrise. Being so close to the waters edge to hear the waves roll in adds to the serenity here. We took in numerous sights all so accessible from here, including the glass bottom boat sunset cruise where we witnessed a spectacular sunset. Thanks Carol for the tip and the lumberjack coupon. The property manager was quick to get back with us when we had a question. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation home at the end of the road
Upon arriving very late at the property, we encountered problems with the HVAC system. The property management was contacted and responded quickly. The property is a quiet location with beachfront access on Lake Huron. We enjoyed the many windows and sitting areas from which to enjoy the fabulous views (the sunsets are phenomenal). We were not able to take advantage of the outdoor areas due to the swarming midges (an annual occurrence that occurs in early June). We would love to come back to the house in the Fall.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022