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Paradise Acres-YEAR-ROUND ADVENTURE – Enjoy Hiking, Boating, and Winter Sports Nearby!

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Terrace/patio

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Carp Lake, MI
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Spy Quest Laser Maze
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Paradise Acres-YEAR-ROUND ADVENTURE – Enjoy Hiking, Boating, and Winter Sports Nearby!

PARADISE ACRES

SLEEPS: 7
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 2.5

* 18 ACRES OF WOODS TO EXPLORE
* 2.2 MILES TO PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH ON CARP LAKE
* 10 MINUTES TO MACKINAW
* Surveillance camera on garage facing driveway to monitor snow removal

Located in the heart of Northern Michigan, minutes from Lakes Michigan and Huron and across from Paradise Lake, this secluded log-sided home on 18.48 acres is perfect for outdoors enthusiasts. With state land on two sides, enjoy watching wildlife in a private, wooded setting. The 3-bedroom home features a cathedral ceiling in the living room for an open feel and a sunroom overlooking flower gardens in the large yard. Ideal for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, this property offers the best of Northern Michigan.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


Air Conditioning: No Central Air, there is a portable A/C unit for upstairs and ceiling fans in every bedroom, living room, and upstairs common area

ATV's: Not on property

Animals: Bald Eagles (rumored), squirrels, deer, variety of birds, chipmunks.

Bathrooms:
Main Floor: Shower, jetted tub, sink, and toilet
Upstairs: Toilet, sink
Garage: Shower, toilet, sink

Beach/Swimming: Not on property

Bedroom Configurations:
Main Floor:
Master- Queen Size Bed
Upstairs:
Primary Bedroom- King Size Bed
Secondary Bedroom- Twin/Full Bunkbed
*additional sleeping futon in upstairs common area

Boats: None provided but you are welcome to bring a boat

Boat Launch: Paradise Lake Boat Launch is only 5 minutes away! (2.2 miles)

Bugs: Mosquitos can be prevalent seasonally

Cable: Not traditional cable. However, there is Spectrum TV Stream with 85+ channels.

Cell Phone Service: Can be spotty, please use WIFI calling when at property

Coffee Maker: Keurig- k-cups provided

Distances:
* Pictured Rocks: 2 hours and 22 minutes (132 miles)
* Traverse City: 2 hours 11 minutes (95 miles)
* Lansing: 3 hours 28 minutes (230 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1 hours 37 minutes (86 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 11 minutes away (8.2 miles)
* Sturgeon Bay Beach - N. Lakeshore Drive - 12 Miles (18 Minutes)
* Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 8.2 Miles (13 Minutes)
* Wilderness State Park - 12 Miles (20 Minutes)


Dock: Not on property

Drinking Water: Well water. The refrigerator has a filter for water and ice.

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: Electric Fireplace

Fire-pit: Yes

Fishing: Some common fish you will see in the nearby lake are pike, blue-gill, large mouth bass, walleye and perch.

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

Golf:
The Mackinaw Club Golf Course 4 min(2.2 miles)
Cheboygan Golf and Country Club 23 min(18.8 miles)

Grill: Propane grill

Grocery Store:
Mackinaw Family Market 7.3(11 min)
Family Fare 29 mi(22 miles)
Carp Lake General Store (2.2 miles)

Heat: Yes, boiler system

Hunting: Not on property

Internet/WIFI: Yes, Spectrum (340 MBPS)

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: 3 to 4 cars w/trailers

Pets: 1 dog allowed. Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: Neighbors not in 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.
- Paradise Trail Snowmobile Trail
Distance: 0-5 miles
Direct access to the Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trail System.
- Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Cheboygan County Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 15-20 miles
- North Central Michigan Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 20-30 miles

Space: 2 story home

Seniors: Welcome, 2 to 3 steps in and 1 bedroom on main floor

Televisions:
Living Room - 65" Smart TV
Upstairs common area- 48" Smart TV

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes

Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling
Distance: 0-10 miles
- The Paradise Trail and Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trails offer great snowmobiling routes through forests and lakesides.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Distance: 10-15 miles
- Petoskey State Park (about 15 miles away) offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails with scenic views.
* Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-15 miles
- Lake Michigan and Crooked Lake provide ice fishing opportunities during winter.
* Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Distance: 25-30 miles
- Boyne Highlands Resort (about 25 miles away) offers skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports.
* Winter Hiking
Distance: 5-15 miles
- Enjoy winter hiking at Headlands International Dark Sky Park or Petoskey State Park.

Wood: Not provided
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Jack Pine Lumberjack Show. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and in-room jetted baths in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • 14 minutes by car from Lake Michigan and 10 minutes from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Paradise Acres-YEAR-ROUND ADVENTURE – Enjoy Hiking, Boating, and Winter Sports Nearby! offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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Paradise Acres-YEAR-ROUND ADVENTURE – Enjoy Hiking, Boating, and Winter Sports Nearby! Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharmaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
This property was beautiful. It was immaculately kept with many thoughtful touches. There were games, books, and every kitchen appliance we could possibly need. Our group of 5 women Veterans had a blast. The location was close to town, but far enough to feel private. The outside of the property was great from the front porch with lights, campfire and the garage for extra rec space with outdoor games. I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Definitely had everything we needed, very clean, short drive from I-75, will use this property again. Communication with agency was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mackinaw Stay
Property was close to mackinaw city and the ferries. Had a very good time. Upper flour was spacious. Fall colors were gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful private home
We loved the property. When we arrived we were very impressed with the home. Nicely decorated. Many rentals do not include any extras. Thie rental included Coffee, kleenex, soaps and even ingredients to make smores with the firepit outside.Very much appreciated the extra things that made the stay more enjoyable. .would defimately come back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles W., Warsaw IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and private
Loved the property. Well stocked with about everything one needs. Only item we were short was a hatchet to split some wood to start the fire. We managed with a hammer and screw driver. Something we should have thought to bring. The fire pit was great to sit around in the evening. We enjoyed the s’mores items supplied by the host including some popcorn and a bottle of wine. The upstairs bed is a king with a firm mattress and downstairs a queen with a softer mattress. It would’ve been nice if the upstairs bathroom had a shower but having the second shower in the laundry room worked out fine. We would rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

woodrow d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house quiet surroundings
House was very clean roomy and comfortable Only thing I’d suggest a newer shower curtain well water very hard. We brought water for coffee etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway
This property was delightful for our family of 5. Plenty of room indoor and outdoor for our teens to spread out and explore. (They loved playing games in the sitting area upstairs) The communication and booking process was easy; the house had every supply we could ask for, and more! It was perfectly situated just 10 minutes from the bridge! We visited Tahquamenon Falls, Cut River Bridge, The Shipwreck Museum, and Mackinac Island during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic mid-week breakaway
Property is all it promised to be and the location to Mackinaw city is great to allow for visiting the Island but far enough to be away from the noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024