Cedar Pine Lodge & Trails End Barn: Summer Fun for the Whole Family – Spacious Lodge & Barn!

Cedar Pine Lodge and Trails End Barn
SLEEPS: 12
BEDROOMS: 4
BATHROOMS: 3
*ORV Trails nearby
* Private with acres to explore
* Pole Barn with games!
*Surveillance camera on garage facing pole barn

Cedar Pine Lodge and Trails End Barn is a private log home retreat set on acres of peaceful land, offering space, comfort, and entertainment for larger groups. The home sleeps up to 12 guests across four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, including two bedrooms conveniently located on the main level. Inside, you'll find spacious living areas, radiant floor heat, an electric fireplace, fast Starlink Wi-Fi, and multiple streaming TVs. Step outside to explore the property or head to the impressive 3,200 sq ft pole barn featuring a lounge area, half bath, and an incredible lineup of games including pool tables, foosball, air hockey, basketball, cornhole, and more. With ORV trails nearby, ample parking for vehicles and trailers, and complete privacy with no neighbors in view, this lodge is ideal for families or groups looking for a secluded getaway that still offers easy access to local attractions, dining, and outdoor recreation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: No central Air but there is a stand-up unit in the home.

ATV's: Welcome! ATV's must be trailered to access point. Access point it is roughly 1 mile at Christmas Casino Gas Station.

Animals: There are coyote, wolves, bobcats, and some bears in the area

Bathrooms:
Main Level:
Bathroom 1: attached to primary bedroom- Shower/tub, toilet, sink
Bathroom 2: Shower, sink, toilet
Lower Level:
Bathroom 3: Shower, sink, toilet

Beach/Swimming: Not at property, Sandy public beach (2.8 miles) on Au Train Bay

Bedroom Configurations:
Main Level:
Primary Bedroom: King size bed with attached full bathroom and 32 TV
Secondary bedroom: Queen size bed with 32 TV
Lower Level:
Bedroom 3: Queen size bed and twin Bunk Bed
Bedroom 4: Queen size bed and twin Bunk Bed

Boats: None on site but kayak rentals available 5 minutes away at Northwoods Canoe and Kayak rental on the AuTrain River

Boat Launch: Lake Superior- Au Train Bay 8 mins(4 miles)
Au Train Lake Boat Launch 16 mins(9.6 miles)

Bugs: Mosquito's can be prevalent in the Spring and early Summer

Cable: No traditional cable but TV's are all capable of streaming your favorite apps!

Cell Phone Service: Most Major carriers work well but it can be spotty in areas

Coffee Maker: 12 cup drip coffee maker- coffee, filters, sugar, and powdered cream provided

Distances:
* Pictured Rocks: 14 minutes ( 10 miles)
* Marquette: 36 minutes ( 35 miles)
* Ishpeming: 52 minutes ( 48 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1 hour and 45 minutes (97 miles)
* Iron Mountain: 2 hours (111 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 2 hours (127 miles)

Dock: Not on property

Drinking Water: Drinkable well water

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 with heater

Fire-pit: Yes

Fishing: Not on site but good fishing on Au Train River and Au Train Lake 7 to 10 minutes away!

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

Golf: Pictured Rocks Golf Course 17 mins(11.2 miles)

Grill: Pit Boss side by side propane/charcoal with smoker (charcoal and lighter fluid NOT provided) Propane is provided.

Grocery Store: Pat's Food 11 min(8.6 miles)

Heat: Radiant floor heat will keep you toasty in the winter!

Hunting: Not on Property

Internet/WIFI: Yes! Starlink speeds fast enough to work from location

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: Enough room for 6 vehicles with trailers

Pets: Pets: :2 dogs under 50lbs. MAX 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.

Pole Barn(3200 square ft):
NO VEHICLE OR TRAILER PARKING INSIDE THE BARN
Features an upper level lounging area with plenty of seating
2 lane entrance for parking up to 12 ORV's
Half Bathroom
Heat in the winter
Card Table
Pool Table
Foosball
Air Hockey
2 Hoop Basketball game
Sticky Golf
Cornhole

Privacy: Very private, nobody 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.
*Alger County Snowmobile Trails
Distance: About 5-10 miles (direct access to local trails).
*Hiawatha National Forest Trails
Distance: Approximately 10-15 miles
*Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Trails
Distance: Around 10-15 miles

Space: Log home and Pool Barn

Special Features: 2 pool tables-one in lodge and one in barn.

Seniors: Welcome, 2 bedrooms on main floor

Televisions:
Primary Bedroom: 32 streaming TV
Secondary Bedroom: 32 streaming TV
Living Room: 65 streaming TV
Lower Level Living Room: 65 Streaming TV

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

Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided

Winter Activities:
*Snowmobiling
Distance: Direct access (Alger County snowmobile trails and Hiawatha National Forest trails within 5-10 miles).
*Cross-Country Skiing
Distance: 10-15 miles (trails in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Hiawatha National Forest).
*Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-10 miles (local lakes like Munising Bay and Lake Superior).
*Downhill Skiing
Distance: 20-25 miles to Munising Ski Hill or Marquette Mountain Resort.
*Winter Hiking/Snowshoeing
Distance: 10-15 miles (trails in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Hiawatha National Forest).

Wood: Not provided but available locally