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Secluded lakeside Cottage in the heart of National Forest- down UP back roads.

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Exterior
Lake
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1092.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Manistique, MI
  • Hiawatha National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Palms Book State Park
    32 min drive
  • Corner Lake
    37 min drive

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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.

Secluded lakeside Cottage in the heart of National Forest- down UP back roads.

Classic Cottage on a unique peninsula of Thunder Lake- with a bunk house! So much to see and do: Near Munising to go see Pic. Rocks Lakeshore (28 miles) and the waterfalls but also near Manistique to visit Big Springs (aka Kitchiti-kippi) a must see and it only approx. 10 miles and Fayette State park. The Indian River is near and is a local favorite for canoeing or kayaking. Swim, fish, boat or lounge near the lake. Vacation of a lifetime. You will need several days to do everything there is to do.
Centrally located, Thunder Lake is in the heart of the Hiawatha National Forest, offering plenty of opportunities for those outdoor enthusiasts along with many other inland lakes for fishing, boating, hunting or swimming in the summer months. This cottage (also known as Camp Thunder Buck Too ) is on the peninsula directly across from public boat launch. Bring your own fishing boat if you like. Located within miles of Kitchiti-Kippi, Lake Michigan, the Indian River for canoeing/kayaking or travel 35 miles north to the Pictured Rocks to take a ride on the boat cruises, spend the day chasing waterfalls or hang out on the beach of Lake Superior. So much to do.... U.P dirt roads and secluded back roads with limited phone service to get access to property... be prepared for that. -Adventure awaits! Download maps ahead of time and follow the 2 track to the end of the peninsula. Cottage is on the RT hand side. Small Fishing boat provided as well as 3 kayaks canoe and paddleboard. Thunder Lake. The lake is 350 acres. Typical Fish Species Available: Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch Bait: Worms, Minnows, Artificial. Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Boat Launch.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Hiawatha National Forest. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, patio and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • 0.1 miles (0.1 km) from Hiawatha National Forest and 8 miles (12.9 km) from Mowe Lake
Secluded lakeside Cottage in the heart of National Forest- down UP back roads. offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Manistique cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Rikki ake

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
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.

Secluded lakeside Cottage in the heart of National Forest- down UP back roads. Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thunder Lake Cabin
This cabin was exactly what we wanted. Nestled inside the Hiawatha National Forest on the shores of beautiful Thunder Lake! The drive in is gorgeous!! We saw deer, turkeys, a couple rabbits and something we guessed was a weasel. The cabin was so comfortable, furnished with absolutely everything you’d need for a full week of fun! The sheer blackness at night allowed us to actually see and photograph the Milky Way for the first time ever. We also watched a majestic bald eagle grab dinner from the lake right out in front of our cabin, then later we got to photograph it as it flew around the cabin. The week came to an end much to fast. You need to rent this cabin. You will thank us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thunder Lake Chill out.
This rusty cabin was very well appointed. If you plan on cooking there are plenty of spices to make any dish. It was very comfortable and I like having the bunk house. The use of all the boats and and fire wood made it very much worth the price. We built fires the last three nights. Oh and wifi work great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mindi J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, beautiful
We had a fabulous trip. Everything was as described. We had a wonderful time enjoying the lake and scenery. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aric M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful rental house!
We loved staying at this house right on the water! It’s definitely off the beaten path but a very great place to stay with family and get away from it all. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we were looking for.
Nice cabins for plenty of people. We have a decent sized family. 2 young kids, 2 teens, 2 adults then my wife’s elderly aunt. Plenty of room. Kids loved the bunks in the smaller cabin. Nice shed to keep stuff dry during rainy weather and plenty of fire wood for cooking meals. Very pleased overall. GPS directions were bad for getting there but a good ol map is the way to go.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021