Cottage on a Lake. Near Pictured Rocks/ Munising

Manistique, Michigan
$477 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 11

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Down the U.P. backroads you will find this cottage on a unique peninsula of Thunder Lake. 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!
>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) is on the peninsula directly across from public boat launch. Bring your own fishing boat or use the one provided by us. Located within miles is 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.... Please check back for updated pictures. We purchased this property 10/2016 and are in the process of many updates. U.P dirt roads and secluded back roads with limited service to get access to property... adventure awaits! Download maps ahead of time. Use GPS location: (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) and then follow road to end of peninsula. Cabin on Left!
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 Boat Launch.

Entire house and lakefront.

We live in Munising and are a phone call away if needed.

There are neighbors...friendly neighbors. But you will have your own lakefront and privacy. The lake front for you to enjoy is a few hundred feet. There are kayaks, a peddle boat and a small rowboat for fishing. I suggest you bring life jackets...there are some available but I can't guarantee they are the sizes you need.

We want to be sure that our guests respect our neighbors space. We ask that quiet hours begin at 11 pm. No fireworks allowed.
Munising is about 28 miles....approx 12 on dirt roads. Nearest store is about 12 miles and nearest restaurant is about 12 miles. I will send some maps when it nears the booking date. I wouldn't always trust a GPS navigator to get you around the UP back roads. There isn't always service and they are not always accurate. See our sister property CAMP THUNDER BUCK TOO! Book both at the same time for a family reunion or large group.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

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

    Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Water Sports Equipment
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • 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 : 11

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Tanya D.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 20, 2025

    Great little place for nice family get away! My boys (ages 12&10) are obsessed with fishing so this was perfect and my daughter enjoyed playing in the water! My kids have already asked to go back here again next year.

  • Leann S.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    Great waterfront home with beach, dock and water toys. So serene. Grandly remodeled home that recharged our batteries.

  • daniel k.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Very nice home with excellent lake access , remodeled kitchen and one bathroom

  • Chris S.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    I can’t say enough nice things about our stay at Camp Thunderbuck! We especially appreciated being able to use the fishing boat, kayaks, paddle boards, and paddle boat. The lake is shallow in front of the house and perfect for the kids to play in that crystal clear water. The house was clean and comfortable and stocked with everything we needed. Fishing was good for panfish. We also caught several small pike and one pretty nice one. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Amy W.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was immaculate and included all the conveniences of home. The property is so beautiful. We took advantage of the kayaks, fishing boat, and SUP daily. During our stay, we did a lot of exploring in the area and it was nice to come back to somewhere so comfortable and relaxing. We stayed for six nights and didn’t want to leave! Jessie is a wonderful host.

  • Amy T.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2023

    Stayed Aug 12, 2023

    The views at this property are stunning. You can see the lake from every room. There is easy access for kayaking and a fantastic great room and back porch for relaxing and enjoying the views. The property is remote, however, neighbors are close. Families can be heard across the lake and occasionally neighbors play music. Mostly, it’s quiet and peaceful. The bathroom in the house is updated. The master bedroom has an extremely comfortable bed. The kitchen is outdated and a bit confusing to navigate. The dining room table is large and you have views of the lake. It takes about 10 minutes on gravel roads to get to a paved road. Grocery stores and gas stations are about a 1/2 hour from there. You are mostly coming to stay and enjoy the property unless you don’t mind driving. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is about an hour north, but a very enjoyable drive. Big Springs is nearby and absolutely gorgeous! Don’t miss this, but go in the morning to miss the crowds. Also, Fayetteville Historic Park is really worth the hour drive, if you enjoy history. We enjoyed our visit and would stay at this property again.

  • Mo & Shelly R.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2023

    Stayed Jul 15, 2023

    Property is very remote. We were able to manage cell phone access but it is sketchy in places. Overall, if your looking for a little peace and quiet it is a great place for that.

  • Matthew R.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2023

    Stayed Jun 13, 2023

    Nice, clean cabin on a secluded lake. Paddle boat, paddle boards, kayaks, and small fishing boat included. Great place to stay. Owners are quick to respond to any questions.

  • Mark S.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2022

    Stayed Aug 8, 2022

    The rental process was smooth. The property has a great view with plenty of amenities for enjoying the lake. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.

  • Kevin M.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2021

    Stayed Jul 21, 2021

    Amazing location, and property but place needs a deep clean. Screens need replacement. The beds that had clean sheets worked out really well for our stay. Very comfortable. Air freshener was overpowering at first entry, but once aired out was fine. Back door slider didn't lock. Kids had a blast on lake, such an amazing spot. This could easily be a 5 star listing with a little work.

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