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Relaxing Escape in the Woods - 15 minutes from Marquette!

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Full-size fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils, paper towels
Interior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Relaxing Escape in the Woods - 15 minutes from Marquette!

Comfortable, clean, private duplex, just 15 minutes from Marquette.

Surrounded by woods and next to Camp 4 Road (a gateway to snowmobiling, overlanding, and adventure mountain biking), this is a perfect place to stay if you’re looking for a gateway to adventure or a tranquil place to stay while still being just a few minutes from all that Marquette and the central Upper Peninsula have to offer.

You’ll enjoy high speed WiFi, in-unit washer and dryer, a well-appointed kitchen, and more.

The Space:

This comfortable, clean, private duplex connects to the other unit through a garage, so you have privacy and silence.

While it doesn't fit into any hip description of style or trendy architecture, it's well maintained, wonderfully comfortable, and surrounded by beautiful Upper Peninsula woods.

The living room has two couches, a coffee table, a smart TV, and a dedicated work desk. The drawers under the television have a variety of games and other fun things to do if you're stuck inside on a rainy or snowy afternoon.

The kitchen has a table to seat 6, a full-size range and oven, stainless steel sink, full-size refrigerator, and ample selection of cutlery, silverware, pots, pans, strainers (we stayed in a vacation rental without a strainer, once...), and cooking essentials. Coffee, tea, and a few basic instant meals (think ramen) are provided to tide you over until you can get to a grocery store.

There is a private washer and dryer in the basement.

The full bathroom has towels and wash cloths for 6, a basic assortment of toiletries, bug spray, med kit items, and other essentials.

The master bedroom has a king bed and a second smart television, along with a large closet, iron, ironing board, oscillating floor fan, and laundry basket.

The second bedroom has a double bed, smaller closet, oscillating fan, and children's toys and books.

The backyard has a small deck, propane grill, and fire pit that are shared with the other unit.

There is paved parking for one car in front of the garage, along with ample parking in the gravel, plowed areas for other vehicles and trailers. The driveway is a pull-through, U-shaped drive that connects with the neighboring duplex, making it easy to manage a snowmobile or 4-wheeler trailer.

The internet is a 300 MBPS symmetrical fiber optic connection that's distributed by a WiFi router. If you're looking for a serene place to work remotely, this is it!

Guest Access:

You have private, full access to the entire 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplex unit, including your own washer and dryer.

The garage is between the two units in this duplex, so there isn't a shared wall between you and the other unit. Please note that you do not have access to the garage.

The driveway, deck, backyard, fire pit and propane grill are shared between the units.

Other Details:

Most importantly, we know you're on vacation and are paying a modest cleaning fee. We'll ask you to wash your dishes and clean up any real messes in the kitchen, but we'll do the rest.

In the winter, we hire out the plowing and snow clearing. Our plow guys are fantastic and get to us as fast as they can, but there may be times when there is some notable snow on the ground before they arrive. The same goes for Yalmer Road.

The house is surrounded by beautiful, peaceful Upper Peninsula woods. We work hard to keep the residents of those woods outdoors where they belong, but you may encounter bugs, spiders, and furry friends. Mosquito season peaks in late May and June; we offer bug spray for our guest's convenience. We also have a perimeter rodent bait system around the foundation that does an excellent job of keeping mice out of the house. You're most likely to encounter a mouse in September and October when they're actively looking for places to spend the winter.

The house is about 15 minutes from Marquette, 20 minutes from the hospital, 25 minutes from the NMU campus, and 45 minutes from Munising and the Pictured Rocks. It's a wonderful gateway to adventure and exploration in the U.P.!

Property manager

Jeremy Vore

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Skandia

What's nearby

  • Ojibwa Casino Marquette - 19 min drive
  • Marquette Mountain - 22 min drive
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 23 min drive
  • Northern Michigan University - 25 min drive
  • Superior Dome - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ojibwa Casinos - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪A & M Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sturgis Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Angry Beaver Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Escape in the Woods - 15 minutes from Marquette! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Escape in the Woods - 15 minutes from Marquette!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Escape in the Woods - 15 minutes from Marquette!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Escape in the Woods - 15 minutes from Marquette! located?

Situated in Skandia, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Sand Lake, Laughing Whitefish Lake Preserve, and Tory's Woods Preserve. Little Trout Lake Park and Ojibwa Casino II are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Relaxing Escape in the Woods - 15 minutes from Marquette! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little House in the Woods
Great secluded property, yet only minutes away from restaurants, attractions and shopping. Spacious, had everything we needed. It was very clean and nicely furnished, plenty of space to put your belongings. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting cousins
The property was great. We had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet
Hone was clean and welcoming. Communication great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy place in the woods
It was a nice place. The only thing is the back deck has no railings and only uneven cinder blocks for steps which is dangerous. That’s the only negative. It would be an easy fix.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
The place was very clean and nice! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Everything was exactly as it was described/pictured. Very clean!! Communication was easy. Excellent Experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for NMU!
We stayed here for three nights while moving our daughter into NMU. Perfect location. Lots of space and updated. We did make a new little mouse friend that we spotted daily running around in the living room ☺️ Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Getaway
My boyfriend and I wanted a place out of the city in the woods to getaway to a quiet peaceful place. This Vrbo was perfect, everything super clean and stocked up well (so many kitchen supplies it was great!). Great location only 20min from Marquette, very comfortable and the owners were fast and responsive when we needed help. I would 1000% recommend this place to everyone, will be coming back again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Business and Family trip
Everything was wonderful, peaceful and calming environment.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed!
We totally enjoyed our stay at this property & will definitely want to stay here again when in the area. Everything was just as described & pictured, was clean, & provided everything we needed. The setting is peaceful & beautiful with all the trees, & the colors were amazing. We'd hoped to have some wildlife visit the back yard, but had to be content with chipmunks!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean well equipped with everything we needed
It was a nice property. Great accommodations. Clean. Well equipped. we were all over the upper peninsula. Everything was about 2 hours away except Marquette. That is why the 3 stars for location Other than that, Perfect “Home base”. For our trip. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Great place to stay. It was quiet and very clean. A great place to explore the UP
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay
We moved out daughter back to NMU. Place was clean and owner was responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay !
This place was exactly as advertised. The place was modern and exceptionally clean. Large bedrooms and everything needed to cook. There is also a grill and fireplace out back. If you are in the area visiting Marquette or on business it is perfect. The only downfall was there really wasn't anything to do in the immediate vicinity. We had to drive 30 minutes just to get a pizza. No bars or restaurants close by so it's best to bring your meals with you or get everything you need while you are out and about. There is a corner store with limited supplies but for ice/beer/soda/chips, things of that nature it's very convenient. I do a lot of business in the Marquette area and I will certainly be staying in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023