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Pine River Cottage-Celebrate the Season with Snowmobiling and Lake Huron Adventures

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61080 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Hessel, MI
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    16 min drive
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace
    18 min drive
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)

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About the neighborhood

Hessel

Located in Hessel, this cottage is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Huron and Castle Rock. .This cottage is 20.6 mi (33.2 km) from Lake Michigan and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace.

What's nearby

  • Castle Rock - 14 min drive
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 16 min drive
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 18 min drive
  • Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce - 18 min drive
  • Mackinac Bridge - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ang-Gio's Restaurant - ‬2 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.

Pine River Cottage-Celebrate the Season with Snowmobiling and Lake Huron Adventures

PINE RIVER COTTAGE

SLEEPS:6
BEDROOMS: 2 PLUS LOFT
BATHROOMS: 1

Riverfront on Pine River(No wake zone)
Swimming on property

Welcome to our cozy 3-bedroom vacation rental, where a vaulted ceiling and charming fieldstone fireplace create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The updated bathroom and kitchen, featuring stainless steel appliances, offer modern comfort in a serene setting.
With over 200 feet of picturesque Pine River frontage and a dock perfect for fishing, this property is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy direct access to hundreds of acres of state forest land, ideal for snowmobiling and ATV adventures right from the doorstep.
Set on nearly 3.5 acres, this rental provides the perfect blend of tranquility and privacy. You can boat directly from the property to Lake Huron for exceptional fishing and boating or enjoy a peaceful kayak trip on the river.
Relax and take in the stunning views of the river and surrounding natural beauty from this unique and inviting home. Book your stay today and immerse yourself in the beauty and adventure of Pine River living!


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


Air Conditioning: No central air

ATV's: Access point 3/4 of a mile but you can drive from the property

Animals: Turkeys, deer, raccoons, fox, coyote, geese

Bathrooms:
Tub/shower, sink, toilet
****This property has a smaller hot water tank (36 gallons), providing approximately one shower per hour.

Beach/Swimming: You can swim at property or use the beaches along M-134

Bedroom Configurations:
Main floor-
Primary bedroom- Queen size bed
Second Bedroom- Full size bed
Loft- Queen size bed

Boats: A two-person kayak is available. Life jackets are provided.

Boat Launch: State Launch is 200 yds away

Bugs: Can be seasonably intense in late Spring early Summer

Cable: No, but Tv is a smart TV

Cell Phone Service: Can be spotty, best to use WIFI calling when at the home

Coffee Maker: Keurig and 12 cup drip (k-cups, coffee, and sugar provided)

Distances:
* Pictured Rocks: 2 hours and 11 minutes ( 124 miles)
* Marquette: 2 hours and 41 minutes ( 162 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1 hour and 22 minutes ( 73 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 17 minutes (15 miles)
* Les Cheneaux Distillers 18 minutes(15 Miles)

Dock: Platform style, not suitable for motorized boats

Drinking Water: Well Water. (Reverse osmosis on kitchen sink)

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: Yes

Fire-pit: Yes, firewood provided

Fishing: Yes! Walleye, Perch, Pike, Bass

Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.

Fishing Poles: Not provided

Golf:
St. Ignace Country Club- 19 mins(17.7 miles)
Bear on the Mountain- 16 mins( 14 miles)

Grill: Yes, propane

Grocery Store:
Family Fare- 18 minutes(17 miles)
Cedarville Foods- 18 minutes(15.8 miles)

Heat: Yes, Propane forced air

Hunting: Not on property

Internet/WIFI: Yes, starlink!

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: Circular drive- enough parking for 3 vehicles with trailers

Pets: No pets allowed

Privacy: Neighbors within view

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
- Les Cheneaux Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 0-5 miles
- Hiawatha National Forest Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 10-15 miles
- Eastern Upper Peninsula Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 15-20 miles

Seniors: Are welcome! Sleeping accommodations on first floor

Televisions: Living room has a 58" Smart TV

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay.

Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided

Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling
Distance: 0-15 miles
-The Les Cheneaux Snowmobile Trails and Hiawatha National Forest Snowmobile Trails offer extensive snowmobiling opportunities right from Hessel and can be accessed from property
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Distance: 5-15 miles
- The Hiawatha National Forest provides several cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails through beautiful forested areas.
* Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Lake Huron and the nearby Les Cheneaux Islands offer opportunities for ice fishing during the winter months.
* Winter Hiking
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Enjoy winter hiking in the Hiawatha National Forest or along the shoreline of the Les Cheneaux Islands.
* Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Distance: 50-60 miles
- Searchmont Resort (about 55 miles) across the border in Canada offers downhill skiing and snowboarding options.

Wood: Yes, provided for your stay
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cottage features books, games, and ecotours nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,080 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

876673

Pine River Cottage-Celebrate the Season with Snowmobiling and Lake Huron Adventures Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall weekend getaway
We had a great weekend and the cottage worked perfectly for our short stay. It was clean and well stocked and is updated. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect soot
Conveniently located off the highway. Very clean space and I like that they had the canoe there as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

Liked: Cleanliness
UP Vacation
The house was very cute, comfortable and welcoming. Great location for all that we did. Communication with property owners was very responsive. Check in process Super easy. Would highly recommend this place! i
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage feel
Very clean, everything you ever want out of a cozy cottage stay! Teenager loved the loft, 8 year old loves the nook under the stairs! We couldn’t have asked for a better place….
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024