Cabin #5 - Mitigwa

Carp Lake, Michigan
$157 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Cabin #5 - Mitigwa
Mitigwa is a Native American word meaning Maker of Men. This adorable little 1 bedroom cabin at 280 sq ft is a favorite among couples or those looking to share an intimate getaway.

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 early 1930'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.

This 1 bedroom cabin sleeps 2 people in a queen size bed. There is 1 electrical outlet next to the bed. Other electrical outlets are minimally located throughout the cabin.
The 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 10’x6’ enclosed porch overlooking the lake. Perfect for spending a quiet evening with a loved one.

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. Extra Vehicle fees will be collected onsite at the time of arrival if not previously collected elsewhere. RV's are not permitted.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 280 Sq Ft (26 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Or Patio Firepit
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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Review Review

  • Ty

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    It was centralized and it was easy to get to different destinations that I had planned. Richie was a great host and I would recommend renting a cabin from him. Thank you Richie

  • Amanda

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 22, 2024

    Rustic cabin, TV did not work Overall, cute little place

  • Kenneth

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    It was a nice place to stay

  • Justin

    Submitted Dec 24, 2023

    Stayed Dec 17, 2023

    It was amazing for the price and the owner was very accommodating.

  • Kristen

    Submitted Nov 26, 2023

    Stayed Nov 24, 2023

    Cute and cozy place. I wish the bed had been more comfortable, but for the price, I cannot complain.

  • Bryan

    Submitted Nov 3, 2022

    Stayed Nov 1, 2022

    I rented this cabin online never having been to Mackinaw City. At the time I didn't realize it was a VRBO rental. With a 15 Hour drive we didn't get there until 9 PM but we called Ritchie the Owner and he was very understanding and said he would be there to welcome us which he was. The cabin was clean and well stocked. The only problem I had was the shower nozzle was HORRILBILE! The water just SPRAYED out in a mist!

  • Thomas

    Submitted Oct 16, 2021

    Stayed Oct 13, 2021

    the lake an Cabin

  • Brad S.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2026

    Stayed Apr 17, 2026

    Cabin exactly as described. Owner met me quickly after arrival and gave me info about the cabin. Had a binder inside covering any question I might have. Very happy overall!

  • Submitted Feb 16, 2026

    Stayed Jan 30, 2026

    Host met us and was welcoming. It was an amazing peaceful weekend away. Close to the Mackinac Bridge

  • Drew C.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    yeah everything was nice

  • Bryce S.

    Submitted Dec 5, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2025

    Quiet. Great location

  • Connie S.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2025

    Stayed Nov 20, 2025

    Richie was a good host. Greeted us and took care of our requests. Communicated with us promptly.

  • Thomas M.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    The perfect rustic cabin for our weekend stay. It had everything we needed including a full kitchen and WiFi. The owner Richie was also kind and accommodating.

  • Ann P.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    The cabin was right on the lake with a beautiful view! The television was the only problem we had. It was internet reliant and we never did get it to work.

  • Tory W.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 19, 2025

    Nice place

  • Julie P.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Oct 20, 2025

    A cozy little cabin that was pet friendly and close to the trails we can up north to hike.

  • Emma F.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Quiet area. Very affordable. Nice little getaway. We’ve stayed in this cabin twice now and plan to continue doing so every year. It’s not the “cleanest” cabin, but it’s also a cabin, so understand that there will be a little dirt and sand on the floors, but overall, bathroom and kitchen areas are exactly how you’d want them. Love the vibes.

  • Bea E.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    This pet friendly cabin is wonderfully located on Carp Lake.

  • Emily S.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 14, 2025

    Cute/quaint little stay!

  • Georgia O.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 12, 2025

    Perfect for the two of us! Adorable, warm and cozy. Would definitely stay again

  • James M.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    Cabin was just what i needed fir a few days! Long ride from Ct,but worth it! Definitely be back! Just wish Richie the owner sold t-shirts! No biggie!!

  • Elaine W.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Sep 3, 2025

    Rustic cabin 20 ft from beautiful carp lake,

  • RafRenia

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    Very easy communication and check in. The lake is beautiful. Rich greeted us as we arrived. Bathroom was great, shower was spacious with hot water, bed was comfortable.

  • Janelle C.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    My sister wanted to go up north for her birthday and we chose this VRBO for it's location and price.The cabin was nicely appointed. Parking was super close. The cabins are a bit close together so there was a bit of noise from the neighbors, but nothing excessive. Everyone was friendly!The lake itself was very warm. Pretty Sandy by shore. I brought a paddleboard and it was a lovely lake to paddle around in! This particular cabin didn't have a great path to the water (2' drop), but the neighbors didn't mind us using their little beach. The enclosed sunroom/patio was great to sit in while the sun was coming up.When we arrived the cabin did smell like cigarette smoke. The windows were already open and eventually it aired out. Not sure if the prior renters smoked or if it came in through the window. And we did find some cigarette butts and weed butts in the patio room and on the picnic table outside that we cleaned up.Overall, would absolutely stay again! Richie was a great host, very responsive and friendly!

  • Laura C.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    Small, rustic, could use some tlc, but overall, a nice little step up from camping

  • Jennifer B.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    Quiet and cozy cabin, beautiful view

  • Ryan T.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Richie was very helpful and kind

  • Renne N.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    The property was not very clean. It was run down and cobwebs all over.There were stains on the sheets and matress pad. Not all windows had screens. The screen door on back porch has a huge gap and let all the bugs in. The location on the other hand was very nice. It too bad there was a tree down outside in the lake outside our cabin. The owners residence was pretty junky. The place could definitely use some TLC. All in all just seemed very run down. To bad could be very cute.

  • Mallory K.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    We had a great stay and the cabin was charming. We will definitely be back again.

  • MichaelandBrooke W.

    Submitted May 2, 2025

    Stayed Jan 28, 2025

    Sufficient

  • Mary M.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    Very cute lil cabin for 2! Very clean!! Perfect for our weekend getaway We will be back hopefully in the summer to enjoy the lake!

  • shawn k.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 3, 2024

    Great little place to stay for a night

  • Sarah C.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    This tiny cabin offers BIG benefits! It’s right on beautiful Carp Lake! The cabins are all along a gorgeous stretch of beach. It comes with kitchen utensils, towels, and a quiet atmosphere to star gaze, boat, or sit by the fire.

  • Katrina M.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    My husband and I wanted to see Mackinac Island. The Mitigwa cabin was the perfect place to stay. The ferry is about 15 minutes away. When done with the day trip, the Mitigwa cabin was wonderful to come back to. Nestled right on Carp Lake, we had a campfire every night. The cabin was clean and brought back memories of my grandfather's cabin in northern Wisconsin. Richie was the perfect host. He was pleasant, responsive and there if we needed anything. If we are ever back in the area we will definitely stay there.

  • Daniel K.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 9, 2024

    Nice up north cottage

  • Leslie D.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    If you like rustic cabins on a fabulous lake, you’ve found the perfect place. Pet friendly. Could use some more silverware, but we brought our own plastic.

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$110+
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