PERFECT LOCATION! Lake Superior View, AuTrain River (Kayak), Snowmobile Trail

Au Train, Michigan
$283 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

When you go to the beach what do you want to see THE BEACH, on crystal clear blue Lake Superior.
Our cottage is located in the village of Au Train where life's a beach! Whether its summer, fall or winter, nature is always inviting with its seasonal changes. It truly is an out of city experience for all seasons. There is nothing like a walk on the beach, a swim in crystal clear water, kayaking/canoeing and fishing til your heart's content, snowmobiling directly from cottage to trail, or just touring the area looking at the beautiful fall colors. Beautiful Lake Superior is the world's largest freshwater lake and it's just a hop, skip, and jump across the road! It is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Upper Peninsula.

Our Cottage IS THE ONLY COTTAGE IN THE VILLAGE WITH A VIEW OF LAKE SUPERIOR!

Enjoy the unique deck while gazing out onto the beautiful blue hues of Lake Superior and listening to the waves crashing against the shoreline. Imagine this moment! The cottage is set back in a private area off the road and adjoins the owner's property. Plenty of trees for a privacy buffer. The cottage is the only rental on the property, which makes for a private vacation experience. The cottage grounds has plenty of space for boats, snowmobile trailers, etc. The cottage is located on the DNR trail so there are snowmobiles or ATV's on the trail, especially on the weekends. The cottage has all foam insulation which deadens the sound, however, if you are looking for someplace out in the country where there is absolutely no noise, then this is not the place for you. We live next door and the noise doesn't bother us. It is all in the view and the location close to the Lake Superior beach and the the Au Train River that is important to us.

In the winter, snowmobiling is directly out the front door. No need to trailer the machines. Ample parking for snowmobile trailers. Snowshoe or cross country ski down DNR trail #418 which runs adjacent to the property or across the sand dunes to experience Lake Superior's wild winter waves. Ice Climbing is also popular along the Pictured Rocks shoreline. We even have an Ice Fest weekend in February. About 20 miles away is a small community which hosts their famous 'Outhouse Races' the third week in February! Huge crowds come to watch home-made outhouses race down the streets of Trenary on a thick sheet of snow and ice.

Kayak/canoe launch on the Au Train River across the street with fishing pier and handicap boat launch within 200 ft. Kayak down the famous Au Train River or out into the fresh clear water of Lake Superior. Great winds for kite surfers too! Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a short 12 miles away which features the famous Pictured Rocks Boat Tours, Shipwreck Boat Tours, and hiking along Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

The UPSCALE cottage was just built in 2014 which features tongue and groove knotty pine vaulted ceiling in the living room/dining room and knotty pine hardwood flooring. Master BR features a hickory queen size platform bed with 6 drawers for storage and a closet. Second BR features one twin bunk bed and one full size bunk bed both made of solid pine and sturdy enough for adult use. Three drawers under twin bunk for storage. Bathroom consists of full sized washer & dryer and tub/shower combo. We even supply laundry detergent. Kitchen showcases new stainless steel range and a 6' counter for serving/eating meals. Some say the counter tops resemble birch trees. Plenty of cabinet space with Lake Superior rock drawer pulls on the cabinets. Refrig and built in microwave & dishwasher. Small appliances included too...slow cooker, Keurig, coffee pots, etc. Table seats 4-6 and counter seats 2-4. Bright beachy theme displaying Lake Superior photos. Large gas grill is available with propane included. We even provide wood for the fire pit!
Our landscaping is a work in progress as we have to work in between our guests schedules. Our guests have commented, We feel like we were the first ones here. I take much pride in keeping the cottage very clean for our guests enjoyment and comfort. All you need to bring is your food, clothing, and a desire to have a great vacation.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby Ski Lift Privileges Ski Privileges Ski-in/ski-out Access
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 800 Sq Ft (74 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golf Privileges Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Snow Sports Gear Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The River
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Doug C.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    Great host!

  • Lisa B.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    This was a perfect place for my family's stay. Plenty of beds, a full kitchen with everything you need, and close proximity to the sites we wanted to see! The place was clean and Michelle was wonderful!

  • Philip K.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    A very nice location, ideal for two adults. Compact space, well decorated, state of the art appliances.Short walk to local grocery and restaurant. Beautiful beach on Lake Superior a short walk from back yard as is the Onota rail trail that leads to the Au Train river. Would definitely stay here again when in the area.

  • Zachary H.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Michelle’s communication was great. Her cottage is easy to find and access. It was clean and cozy. I cooked a couple meals there. Munising and Marquette are fairly short drives from the cottage. Michelle’s husband kept the property plowed and shoveled all weekend so we never had issues parking or needing to walk through 7” of snow. Highly recommend.

  • Susan G.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    We had a very relaxing and fun adventure on our trip and in staying at the cottage in Au Train ! The cottage was very clean and well organized & had everything we needed. The owners were very nice and welcoming and easy to communicate with. The location was great for exploring many different activities in the area ,including hiking , fishing , swimming and visiting the nearby Pictured Rocks! There is so much more we wanted to do , but didn’t seem to have enough time ! We plan to come back and explore the area another time soon :)

  • Michael E.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    Right across the street from a beach and close to all the activities in Marquette and pictured rocks. Michelle is a wonderful host.

  • Kara F.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2024

    Stayed Jul 14, 2024

    We visit the area every summer and this is by far the most comfortable and convenient camp we've stayed at. While you can't see Lake Superior from the house, you can absolutely walk there in 2 minutes. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen has everything you could possibly need. It was such a comfortable home base for all our UP adventures.

  • Maureen L.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    Suited to our needs. Property owner stays adjacent to the rental and was helpful upon arrival. Tucked in near Au train kayak rental, small grocery and pastie/pizza/sandwich shop. Located across M28 to lake/Au train River junction/scenic beach. Road noise is only downside if that is a concern. Rental was clean and amenities matched pictures/description on Vrbo.

  • Mary Jayne F.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 19, 2024

    From my first contact with Michelle to the end of my family's stay, we felt welcomed. The Lake Superior Cabin is beautiful. It far exceeded my expectations. From it's convenient location, to the comfortable beds, great water pressure in the shower, and so many smaller homey touches, I didn't want to leave. The memories made will be forever cherished! Thank you, Michelle! We had an amazing vacation!

  • Lisa E.

    Submitted May 21, 2024

    Stayed May 17, 2024

    This is the second time we have stayed here. Love the location.

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$283+
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