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Cabin #1 - "Chickagami"

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 640 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Carp Lake, MI
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    13 min drive
  • Wilderness State Park
    15 min drive
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    16 min drive
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)
    42 min drive

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About this property

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

Cabin #1 - "Chickagami"

This Vintage Rustic cabin, primarily designed for the camping & fishing enthusiast, is just one cabin of a 7 cabin resort. This cabin was built in the late 1920's and holds every bit of that vintage character. It may be a little rough around the edges but this authentic cabin holds the wonderful allure of days gone by. Electrical outlets would have been added a few years later and air conditioning wasn’t even thought of at that time. Those details won't matter to the outdoorsy kind coming for the camping experience where lake activity fills your day and evenings are enjoyed around the campfire. This charming cabin has a knotty pine interior and all the basics to create an Up North camping style atmosphere. A lifestyle one will appreciate becoming acquainted with.

All the cabins are lined up next to each other along the shore of a beautifully serene lake. This close proximity to other cabins have traditionally created a friendly community style atmosphere where guests mingle and create lasting friendships. This is the kind of place where your grandparents brought your parents, your parent’s brought you, and you are now bringing your children to create beautiful memories while spending a nostalgic vacation in a familiar old cabin.

The listed rate reflects the price for 4 adults or a family with children up to 6 people total. Additional adults beyond 4 will incur additional charges. This cabin has a sleeping capacity up to 6 people utilizing 2 bedrooms, each with a queen size bed and a futon in the living room. There is 1 electrical outlet next to the bed in one of the bedrooms, the other bedroom does not have an electrical outlet. Other electrical outlets are minimally located throughout the cabin. This cabin has a kitchen with everything to cover your basic needs, a dinning space and a simple bathroom that includes a warm shower. The spacious 13'x7' enclosed porch overlooking the lake is the perfect place to enjoy your coffee and watch the morning sunrise.

Whether you are looking for a home base to camp at the lake or a base camp while you explore the area’s attractions, you will enjoy this cozy cabin and all its imperfections. More than anything, you’re gonna love the authentic charm and the carefree lifestyle that comes with camping Up North.

Pets are welcome on the property for an additional fee of $25 per night / per pet, paid at time of arrival if not otherwise paid. This includes pets of your visitors to the property.

Free Parking is available for 1 vehicle per cabin. 1 boat/trailer per cabin is also free but are required to be parked in designated area elsewhere on the property. Extra vehicles require a $25 per day fee and must also be parked in a designated area elsewhere on the property. This includes vehicles of your visitors to the property.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a balcony or patio and a sofa bed
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • 11 minutes by car from Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry and 11 minutes from University of Michigan Biological Station

Property manager

Ritchie Crawford

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Porch

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 431 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Lakeside Cabin s Cabin 1 Carp Lake
Lakeside s Cabin 1 Carp Lake
Lakeside Cabins Cabin #1
Cabin #1 - "chickagami" Cabin
Cabin #1 - "chickagami" Carp Lake
Cabin #1 - "chickagami" Cabin Carp Lake
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Cabin #1 - "Chickagami" Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Debbie W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene
We had a great time and loved the view. Ritchie was a great host. He welcomed us upon arrival and was responsive when we had questions about how to work the TV. We will be back and will stay here again. I highly recommend this property for a relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wished to stay longer!
We will be back! Clean cozy cabin. Awesome, friendly, prompt owner who texted with me ahead of time and greeted us at the door. Amazing moonrise, night sky, sunrise, and the stillest lake water I have ever seen. My 2 year old could wade out into the lake to the end of the dock with my husband’s hand and loved it! Super close to Mackinac Island ferry but definitely in a whole other world! PS - there are more electric outlets in the cabin than the description alludes to - we had no problem plugging in devices for charging and my little guy’s sound machine and night light. I will recommend this place to anyone who wants to go to the area. Would love to go back and stay for a few days or a week just to relax or as a launching point for area tourist sites.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not worth the price
View is beautiful but doesn’t justify the price. Tiny place put together with duct tape and bubble gum. Everything is “economy” - toilet paper, towels (two), one dish towel, etc. Definitely not worth the money we were charged.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
We really enjoyed our stay. Loved the lake view and access. Bathroom was very small. But, it was a cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic !! Tongue and groove pine just like my grandparents cabin !!
Lakefront with small dock. Shallow water. Great place for a fire in the evening ! Very comfortable for 5 older females on a road trip ! Ferry to Mackinac Island 25 minutes. Pictured Rocks 2 hours !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slightly rustic with all the comfort!
Beautiful views! Cabin was clean and quaint. Owner was super friendly and helpful! Easy check in/out. Close to everything you need or want to see!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot
Such a cute little cabin and had everything we needed! Definitely rebooking!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vocation
Liked the rental price and the neighborhood plus the sevise is good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

candace e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabins
They are older cabins but cute.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for my stay
The location was 10 minutes from Mackinaw. The local restaurant had an amazing breakfast and the local bar was in walking distance. Had a perfect weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carp Lake
Easy and quick check in with a beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Quiet Place
This is a wonderful remote spot that is quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin stay
Quiet, rustic place to stay wit easy access to Mackinaw City. Kids loved swimming in the lake. It’s not fancy, but has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P., Defiance Oh

Liked: Cleanliness
Mackinac vaca
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Amrita S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute rustic cabin on the lake
Great place, location and dog friendly! Very short drive to all the hot spots in the area. We had an amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki John

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for a couple of nights with our dogs and it was a perfect place for what we needed. It was right next to Lake Paradise- peaceful, quiet, and beautiful. Cabin # 1 was rustic and quaint. It has a fridge, microwave, oven, and fireplace. The property manager was responsive and nice. I would recommend this property to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base camp
This place is a great base camp for all your adventures in the area. Beautiful sunrises over the lake to start the day. Then a great place to relax after a long day with fire by the lake. The owner Richie is always there to greet the quests.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
It was perfect for a little getaway!!! Super pretty sunrise!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
General store does not stock many food items, do your shopping before arriving
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay with an amazing view!
My mom, fiancé, and two dogs really enjoyed our stay. Owner was on site so that made it really nice to buy firewood and he could answer any question we had. The water was gorgeous. I highly recommend watching the sunrise!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

RaChel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Still a winner
This was my second stay at the property and I will be back. Excellent location and Ritchie is a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

RaChel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be back!
Spent one night and it was great. The cabin was super cute with new appliances and a refreshed bathroom. Ritchie was very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Rita A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience.Nice Rustic cabin.Comfortable beds.Awesone lake front property Look
Prefect get away. Could have more towels.Other than that.Look forward to going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

jeff m.

Liked: Cleanliness
pleasant and affordable
i found my stay here quite enjoyable, I plan on staying here any time Im in this area from now on
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021