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Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins

Holiday home in Pelkie with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Towels
Floor plan
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
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Escape to a tranquil retreat in Michigan's western Upper Peninsula at Cabin #5 on Otter Lake. This cozy two-room efficiency cabin offers traditional Finnish wood frame construction, a full kitchen and bath, and Scandinavian décor. Relax on the large deck or explore 300 feet of shoreline with access to canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • 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.

Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins

15 miles from Houghton/MTU


One of seven log cabins on Otter Lake in Michigan's western Upper Peninsula.
Come relax and take in the quiet beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Our seven log cabins overlook Otter Lake, a 900-acre sport fishing, paddling and boating paradise. Built by Finnish settlers in the 1930s, the cabins offer full kitchens and baths, cozy comforts and traditional Scandinavian décor.
Cabin #5 sleeps two and offers a cozy floorplan and large deck.
Features include:
1) Two-room efficiency: main living area + bathroom. Two twin beds.
2) Traditional Finnish wood frame construction with log trim
3) Kitchen includes sink, full size refrigerator and countertop burners (no oven)
4) Full bath with shower
5) Reserved parking next to cabin
The cabin also includes a 12-foot aluminum boat for your use. Canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards are also available. More than 300 feet of shoreline, two docks and acres to explore!
House Rules:
-No children are permitted to take a boat out unless accompanied by an adult. The boat operator is responsible for any damage, accident or casualty.
-No cleaning of fish in the cabin. There is a fish cleaning table with water, lights and waste pails behind the cabins.
-Absolutely no burning of the fireplaces. They are not operable.
-Dogs are allowed, up to 2 pets per cabin. There are additional pet fees (see add-ons).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 205 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

372595

About the area

Map
Chassell, MI

What's nearby

  • Ojibwa Casino Baraga - 28 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 30 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 32 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 32 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 34 min drive - 37.0 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Feedmill Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Otter Lake Sportsmen's Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Karvakkos Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Kitchen - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins located?

Situated in Pelkie, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Lake Superior, Mine Shaft and Michigan Technological University. Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon and Ojibwa Casino Baraga are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reviews

Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Beautiful Spot, Nice Cabins, Excellent Host

I had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

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

Wonderful

This is such a great place. Many thanks to Christine for the hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed at this property with my partner and dog. We loved the property and the cabin! Very clean and had everything we needed. Beautiful views and very quiet. Loved that there was games available. Host very knowledgeable and had great recommendations! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris D.

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

Very quiet qnd peaceful

Excellent! Very clean and hospitable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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

Nice, cozy cabin in the UP

Christine was a great host. The cabin was cute, very clean and nice. We enjoyed the sauna too.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek P.

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

Wonderful getaway

These cabins are so cool. Everything about them makes you think of up north. My wife and I had a wonderful stay. Everything was very clean and comfortable. Christine was the best host. We can’t wait to get back up there. Thank you again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark A.

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

3 nights in the U.P.

A great property with many amenities, most of which I didn’t use.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley S.

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

Cozy and relaxing

Very nice cabin and setup. Beautiful lake to go out on, absolutely wonderful getaway. The sauna was amazing! Christine was amazing, very friendly. Everything was more than i imagined it would be.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Hospitality Plus!

Owner is descendant of original property owner, so there is a deep emotional investment in the place and it shows. Christine is very helpful and accommodating and the property is conducive to a pleasant stay for all age levels.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey M.

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

Quiet on a beautiful lake

Cabins are small and rustic but very clean. Boats (small motors, kayaks and canoe) for use by guests allow a leisurely tour around the peaceful Otter Lake. Picnic table plus campfire ring right on the lakeshore. Cabins are about 30 minutes from Houghton/Hancock. Host is excellent; available but not intrusive. Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Perfect Up North Cabin

Very clean cabin in a great location to explore the Western UP. Christine was a fantastic host with great communication. Will certainly visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

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

Quiet north woods cabin

This beautiful cabin in the upper peninsula is well cared for, clean, and quiet. The property is on a beautiful lake with lots of wildlife.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

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

Just Perfect!

Beautiful location. So peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

BEAUTIFUL!!

Incredibly beautiful location. The cabin we stayed in was small, but posed no problems, if anything it put another level of entertainment. The property is clean, well maintained, and managed perfectly by Christine the owner.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

sue k.

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

Experience living in the U.P.

It's a nice location for hanging out and not going anywhere, or doing day trips around the U.P.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micah S.

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

Nice property

It was quiet and nice. Mosquitoes were very bad and beds were small twins. But loved the place boats were available to be used.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loraine Z., Traverse City

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

Lovely and Peaceful Place

Tiny living at it's finest! Couldn't been happier!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Joyce V.

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

Small but extremely clean.

Good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Cabin on a beautiful lake

The cabin was equipped with all the essentials. The beds were very comfortable- better than in many hotels. The cabin came with use of rowboats and kayaks- SUPs also available- on a clean large lake. All way better than expected for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Linda H.

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

A quiet time in nature

I was there for a quiet retreat and I found the cabin comfortable and meeting my needs. Chris was very respectful of my requests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Fall color at Otter Lake

Had a wonderful visit to a place I first visited many years ago. The cabins are well appointed, comfortable, and very cozy. Christine, the owner, has lovingly maintained this beautiful property on the shore. A perfect fall retreat for me, Kirsten, and the pups!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Fall Foliage Trip

We were looking for a little change of scenery since traveling during 2020 left us feeling a little uncomfortable. The cabin was a perfect spot to spend the nights as we drove through the Keweenaw Peninsula and Porcupines for Fall Color. Cabin was clean and adequately equipped for cooking simple meals. Very centrally located yet far enough from towns to be quiet. We did not use the lake but imagine it would be enjoyable in better weather. The cabin itself is compact, adequate for 2. Christine was very welcoming as a host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shirlee B.

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

Our wedding

Manninen cabins is one of THE BEST places to stay at. We held our wedding ceremony there and the owner went above and beyond her call of duty to make sure everything was perfect for us. We rented all the cabins for our wedding party and we will for sure be back again. I would recommend this place for your stay!

10/10 Excellent

09PerfectPitch

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

tim and sean

Christine, thanks had a great time. hope to see you next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cassie J.

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

Great

Wonderful place to stay and get away from it all. The sauna is amazing and so relaxing after a long day. Christine is really great and very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020