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Round Lake Retreat: UP Lakefront Vacation Home

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Experience the serene charm of Round Lake Retreat on beautiful North Manistique Lake. Unwind in the spacious Great Room with comfortable seating for 9 adults or take a short stroll to your private beach, just steps from the house.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Round Lake Retreat: UP Lakefront Vacation Home

Welcome to Round Lake Retreat on beautiful North "Round" Manistique Lake!
Note: Peak summer stays are Friday-Friday (Summer 2026: June 19-AUG 21st)
- 1700 acre all sports/ spring fed lake
- 2000 Sq Ft (ranch) Cottage (3 bedroom/ 2 full bathroom)
- Open Floor Plan: Over 900 sq. feet of the cabin is open to the water/ wall of windows for spectacular views of the lake!
- 7 total beds
- 4 x11 ft island that seats 10 people comfortably. The Great Room has comfortable chairs and couches to seat 9 adults.
- Fully stocked Kitchen to allow ease of meal preparation
- Starlink high-speed WIFI internet (run all of your connected devices/ VPN with ease) 60-200+MBPS
- Large Samsung Smart TV for Connectivity / Streaming
- Dedicated workspace in master suite
- Bath towels and bed linens are provided
- Large Washer and dryer available for guest use
- Large Propane Grill / Gas provided for customer use
- Owner is local to address any concerns (if they arise) during your stay.


The home has a large home dehumidifier and a whole home fan to keep the living spaces cool and comfortable in the summer months.
Jump in the crystal clear (spring fed) lake, or enjoy the many beautiful attractions of the UP. This property is located in the heart of all the popular destinations in the Eastern UP. (under 1 hour drive)
- Fire pit and campfire wood are provided
- 2 kayaks (12 and 14 ft) and oars available for guests
- Private dock
- Private Beach (Just a few steps from the house / exceptional ease of lake access)
Bedroom #1:
Master Suite: King Bed w/attached Full bathroom
A workstation desk is also included in the Master. (deck/chair/power strip provided)

Bedroom #2:
Bunk Room: (1) Twin over Full Bunk (1) Twin over Twin Bunk (1) Twin Trundle

Bedroom #3:
Pine Room: Queen Bed
Note: All sleeping arrangements utilize actual beds. (no futons or pull out couches considered in headcount)

Winter: Ride directly to the snowmobile trials:
- 10 min to McMillan corner (Trail #498)
- 12 min to Trail #43 towards Seney
Plenty of space to park trucks and trailers, and a car port to store your snowmobiles at night. This property is located on a private road. Snowplowing is included in the rental price. Ample space to hang snowmobile gear/ helmets.

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A formal contract will be supplied at the time of booking and is required to maintain booking status.

Please note: The detached garage in not part of the rental contract. Security cameras are installed to ensure that the garage and its contents are protected.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
McMillan, MI

What's nearby

  • East Lake - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Kaks Lake - 19 min drive - 20.1 km
  • South Manistique Lake - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Newberry Country Club - 22 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 24 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tally Ho - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Triangle - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chamberlain Ole Forest Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪B-Grand Coffee Bar & Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪bryants highbanks restaurant and lounge - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Round Lake Retreat: UP Lakefront Vacation Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Round Lake Retreat: UP Lakefront Vacation Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Round Lake Retreat: UP Lakefront Vacation Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Round Lake Retreat: UP Lakefront Vacation Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Round Lake Retreat: UP Lakefront Vacation Home located?

Located in McMillan, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre, 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from East Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of South Manistique Lake and Kennedy Lake. Manistique River Roadside Park is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

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Round Lake Retreat: UP Lakefront Vacation Home Reviews

Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and orderly!! Great place to stay, had everything that we needed! We really enjoyed the kayaks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

valerie p.

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

Home away from home

Clean and comfortable property with lots of amenities and very helpful host. The lake is quiet and nice for swimming or boating. Lots of day trips that are easy to do from this location. We fully enjoyed our stay and would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great visit! The home is perfect for families. We have 4 children 18month - 14, sleeping arrangement was perfect! Host was very responsive and helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Excellent place to stay!

We stayed here for ice fishing. Lovely location and great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter A.

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

Great place to stay

Very clean and nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angus m.

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

Loved it

Beautiful location. The kids loved swimming, taking the kayaks out and exploring the lake shores for wildlife. Made a great day trip to Mackinac Island and a visit to Tahkuamena Falls. Chris was a great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great home to stay at

Great fishing 🎣
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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

Round lake

The property was spotless and exactly as described. The house is gorgeous inside' you can tell a lot of work went into it.Great time had by all- thanks Chris!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole D.

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

Great location for a family vacation.

The Round lake retreat had everything you need for an awesome family getaway. Sandy shallow lake entry, perfect for swimming. Close to many of the Upper Peninsula attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

osama a.

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

Gorgeous Cabin on the Lake

Overall a wonderful experience, the cabin was spacious, clean, and homey.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

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

Peaceful and beautiful place to stay

Accurate description of amenities and very responsive host. We had a great time:)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Family Vacation

Very nice property on a beautiful lake lot that nicely accommodated our group of 6 adults and 1 child.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Winter Wonderland

So grateful for Round Lake Retreat! He helped us out in a pinch and the property is amazing. It was a snowmobilers dream. My kids loved the atmosphere and were so comfortable there. Looking forwards to more winter trips to this location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great Cabin for Family Gathering

This is a great cabin! Very clean & comfortable. We enjoyed the beautiful sunrises and sunsets while sitting by the fire pit. Highly recommend staying here we hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah L.

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

Fall family vacation

We had a great time here! Beds were comfortable and the place was very clean. Chris was excellent with communication and super helpful. Definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy V.

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

Great vacation spot

This was a wonderful vacation spot. Clean and tidy home with all the amenities we needed. The lake is beautiful as well as the surrounding countryside. The owner communicated well with us. The home is centrally located to many of the attractions the U.P. has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Wonderful Vacation

This was a relaxing and beautiful getaway…just what our family was hoping for. Chris, the host, is absolutely wonderful to deal with and we would not hesitate to book with him again. The home was clean, and well setup for our party of 7. Don’t hesitate to book this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

Perfect getaway

Couldn't have asked for better weather while staying at this place. We we're spoiled this weekend. The cottage is super clean and the host Chris is very nice. We will be coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Round Lake Resort

The property was as described and very clean. Chris was very responsive with any questions that we had. This property and the owner are top notch.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

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

Beautiful place

My family and I had a wonderful experience at the Round lake retreat! The house was big enough for the 10 of us and clean. Chris the owner was very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin E.

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

Beautiful house, great owner

Chris, the owner of this house goes above and beyond to make sure everything goes perfectly. The house is very well kept, great location, and he makes sure you have everything you need to have a good stay. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a clean house to stay in with an owner who takes pride in his stuff. Thank you again Chris, we will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen E.

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

Awesome property

What an awesome place to stay! The house has a large commons area with plenty of sleeping space. We loved the seclusion and quietness while enjoying camp fires in the evening. Chris is an excellent host and was very responsive and available.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray A.

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

Family vacation 2024

Great open living/kitchen space for the eight of us to congregate. Very clean. Great view of the lake and nice beach/dock. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K., Tontogany ohio

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

Amazing house

Mt family and I love round lake and we're so excited to find a place on it. We had a blast and the property is top notch. You won't find a better lake house then the round lake retreat!! Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Great cabin for North Manistique Lake

Beautiful cabin on a beautiful lake! Spacious and well-equipped kitchen (best we’ve ever had in a VRBO rental) with a large island/table that seats a lot of people. Chris was quick to respond to questions and made the whole checking-in and -out process easy. We’ll definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022