Cheboygan, Michigan
***** SETTING, ***** BEACH, ***** ACCOMMODATIONS & *****MEMORIES!!
Comfortably sleeping 15, this fabulous 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath rental opportunity provides all the ingredients you need to enjoy your best vacation ever! NEW LOG HOME WITH GUEST HOUSE. Nestled on the northern tip of Burt Lake, beside University of Michigan's nature preserve, you will fall in love with the HUGE nearly 40' wide strip of natural sandy beach, 157' of zero-entry shore and breathtaking tranquil lake views out front... its the perfect retreat to relax and rejuvenate, yet near many attractions for those that are seeking on-site fun or to explore the area!
You'll have to decide which is prettier... the sunrise, sunset or starry skies. While it's warm, there's lots of room for play and sport... you can even enjoy a friendly game of volleyball, horseshoes, kayak (2) or canoe (1) provided with the rental. Have your own water toys There's a convenient boat launch just moments away. Want a water toy Burt Lake Marina is located at the southern end of the lake! Catch a ride on the ferry to visit Mackinac Island... it's truly an enchanting experience and only a few minutes away! Don't miss the many area festivals and art shows. Visit the sand dunes or experience zip lining, adventure bike riding, horseback riding, paint ball, para sail, catch a movie, bowl... there are so many options! Winter's snow covered blanket is beautiful too. Located near many ski resorts (Nub's Nob ski resort just 19 miles, Boyne Highlands ski resort just 20 miles and Boyne Mountain ski resort only 29 miles from our home) and easy to catch snow trails for snowmobiling, there's no reason to stay inside! Choose to hang out and relax Enjoy breathtaking views and nature's wonders year 'round from every window and lounge on comfy seating inside AND out.
CUSTOM BUILT IN 2014, this STUNNING LOG HOME features an open floor plan with 3 SPACIOUS VAULTED BEDROOMS and 3 FULL BATHS. Upon entry, the DRAMATIC 2 STORY WALL OF WINDOWS welcome you to breathtaking views of Burt Lake and our PREMIUM BEACH... you will immediately feel our tranquil setting consume you! Should you need to find time to work during your stay, there is a convenient desk for your use. You are sure to notice the refined custom details throughout the home. Hand designed and installed, HUGE log beams create architectural interest. The prominent fireplace is uniquely built with river rock. Easy to use, the gas log fireplace creates instant warmth and atmosphere without the fuss! GLEAMING WOOD FLOORS (reclaimed from a century-old textile mill in N Carolina), CUSTOM-BUILT CABINETRY and SPARKLING GRANITE COUNTERS FLOW THROUGHOUT this lovely home. The SPACIOUS 2 STORY GREAT ROOM features two full-sized leather sofas with 4 power reclining seats, 2 ultra-comfy chairs with ottomans AND a beautifully hand crafted one-of a kind Adirondack-style chair with ottoman and rocker. The owners hand picked each unique piece of furniture to artistically enhance the space and your vacation experience. Be sure to look for the hide-away space for children (for safety, you decide what toys to allow them to enjoy)... it's a fun and creative space! There's a cabinet full of board games and cards, giant sized checkers and the Elk carved Armoire next to the fireplace stores a flat screen television w/Dish TV.
The ENORMOUS KITCHEN boasts a STAINLESS STEEL dishwasher, gas oven/range, refrigerator/freezer with water & ice dispensers, microwave and a beverage refrigerator conveniently located at the HUGE island. Abundant custom built cabinetry surround the kitchen. Fully stocked with fun dishes, cookware and a variety of glasses, there should be everything you could need. The kitchen is so large, several cabinets are purposely left bare so that you can put away your own food and snacks. If you didn't bring food, no worries... there is a fully stocked grocery store in Indian River approximately 15 minutes away (you'll be tempted to visit the shops & enjoy lots of tasty treats and ice cream... now you are in "vacation mode"). True, there are a variety of fine restaurants and great places for treats nearby (you'll find our binder filled with good dining suggestions & ideas for things to see and do near by). Should you decide to dine in, there are 15 comfy seats for inside table dining, nobody is left with a squeezed in space to sit!
The DRAMATIC VAULTED 1st FLOOR MASTER w/ceiling fan features the impressive river rock fireplace with stunning carved mantle. Enjoy peaceful lake views while listening to the relaxing bubbling brook from the large King Size bed. Should you choose to sleep in, these bedrooms feature room darkening shades... Ahhhh the optimal retreat! Make yourself at home.... there is a large dresser cabinet and closet for your essentials. Beautiful slate-toned tile, a leaded glass window and impressive wooden bead board enhances the luxurious private Master Bath. An over-sized double vanity, private commode room, ENORMOUS WALK-IN SHOWER WITH BENCH SEAT & DOUBLE SHOWER HEADS & convenient linen cabinet await.
Upstairs, you will be delighted by the architectural accents found in the lighting, woodwork and overlook to the Great Room showcasing rod iron landscapes of deer roaming in a forest. The impressive tile and custom built cabinetry continues in the large 2nd floor Bath. A deep soaking tub w/shower, linen closet, over-sized vanity and private commode room provides ample utility. Two double beds, a ceiling fan, 3 side tables, a large dresser, closet and double window overlooking U of Michigan's private Nature Preserve provide plenty of space for 4 in the large vaulted 2nd Bedroom. The 3rd Bedroom Suite, also with a vaulted ceiling, features a queen bed and 2 stacked singles perfect for four more guests. This enormous room has a ceiling fan, table with 2 chairs, 2 end tables and a large dresser with 3 windows and a large picture window overlooking the beach and Burt Lake.... Ahhhh can you hear the water quietly lapping at the beach shore The 3rd Bath with custom walk-in shower is conveniently located near the covered porch and door leading to the guest house. There is also first floor laundry and a utility sink.
Our unique property ALSO includes a BEAUTIFUL LAKE FRONT SELF SUFFICIENT 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH GUEST HOUSE. Large gathering vacations are lots of fun but this rare rental opportunity allows everyone to have their own space... it's PURE LUXURY! Renovated in 2015, this lovely cabin has everything it's guests need. The VAULTED LIVING ROOM overlooks Burt Lake and the beach. It features a beautiful picture window along with 3 additional windows, a stone gas-log fireplace, log beam accents, a full-sized sofa, coffee table and two comfy chairs w/ottoman. The Kitchen has been replaced showcasing lots of beautiful cabinetry and STAINLESS STEEL refrigerator/freezer, electric gas/range, built in microwave and it's own beverage refrigerator. There is seating for 6 at the breakfast bar and the bonus Breakfast Room features 3 walls of windows overlooking the tranquil lake, a full-size leather sofa with 2 power reclining seats and a futon couch, perfect for your 5th sleeper. There are two comfortable bedrooms, both with vaulted beam ceilings nicely decorated to accommodate 4. Each room has a queen bed, ceiling fan, dresser and closet. The hall bath has a shower plenty of hooks and towel bars and a single vanity sink with mirror.
Outside, there are plenty of comfy spots to spread out and relax. You are sure to enjoy the generous covered porch with large sofa, coffee table and 2 huge chairs with ottomans, large patio that leads to the guest house with more comfy seating, a gas grill and picnic table. Last but not least, you MUST experience the ULTIMATE QUIET HAMMOCK SNOOZE SPOT. It's tucked beside the bubbling brook, nestled under a shaded cedar tree canopy overlooking the beach and gorgeous Burt Lake!
We are often entertained by a variety of ducks and wildlife passing by... including soaring bald eagles, a sight you are sure to remember. While not far from visiting many fun site seeing adventures, shopping and dining should you choose, this PREMIUM VACATION HOME is far from city lights and a hide-away next to the University of Michigan's Wildlife Sanctuary located directly behind us and just down the shore. It's the perfect setting to gaze at the mystic star-filled sky and soak in the warmth from your campfire at the fire pit with Adirondack chair seating.
THIS RARE OPPORTUNITY TO RENT provides all the ingredients you need to enjoy your best vacation ever in Northern Michigan. When we stay, whether we choose not to leave during our entire stay or venture out every day to explore all there is to do in the area, we never hear "I'm bored" from anyone with us... kids and adults alike! We were very selective in purchasing our dream setting and really tried to think of everything needed to allow the ultimate lake house experience and get away vacation and we look forward to sharing it with you. Each living space was custom designed to promote comfort, relaxation and the ability to thoroughly enjoy family, friends and company.
It can happen to anyone home or away... prepared for every moment, the homes are served by a back-up generator should power ever be lost to ensure your comfort.
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Another great time on Burt Lake but even better in this special log home and cabin again! This is our go to property when we want to enjoy this part of Michigan. Guys hit the links, while the ladies hit Harbor Springs and Petoskey. Other than a wonderful dinner at Michael’s Steakhouse in Indian River, we enjoyed hanging out and eating dinner at the lake. Kitchen is well stocked! Plenty of seating outdoors to enjoy this beautiful waterfront property, a very peaceful setting! Highly recommend!
Loved the cabin! It was a perfect place for 3 adult siblings, their families and grandparents. There was plenty of room for all, cabin was not only super clean, but also was beautifully furnished as well. Beach was great and our toddlers LOVED the “playroom” under the stairs.
The property was beautiful, my family had so much fun. It was a well stocked house with plenty of fun things to do. My family made so many wonderful memories, thank you Bill & Sherry.
This is our 3rd summer visit to Bill & Sherry’s home & it has been perfect each time! Love all the extras they share with guests including everything from water toys to fire pit supplies, extra condiments, and basic household stock. Morning coffee on porch watching hummingbirds & overlooking Burt is a favorite. It is the best place for a family to make Burt Lake memories!
Our stay was wonderful. It’s very apparent the owners take great care of their home. It was very well maintained and clean. Owners were very easy to get in touch with and had quick responses the couple times we needed to contact them. The beach was perfect size for the kids to enjoy and they had a lot of fun swimming. The covered porch was so nice and we found ourselves hanging out there often. I highly recommend this home. We would love to come back, we didn’t want to leave!
By far the best Vrbo experience we have had. The owners are amazing and the property it’s self is stunning. The house is gorgeous and with the beach and lake in the backyard it is the perfect vacation!
We had an absolute wonderful stay at this home. Communication with the owner was very prompt with well laid out instructions for entering and leaving the cabin along with great recommendations for local food and ice cream treats. The cabin was only a half hour drive (at most) to Mackinac Island which was perfect for spending the day there and coming back to relax at the cabin. The cabin was very well equipped with everything you could want and was so accommodating for all of our needs. The kayaks were an amazing bonus! Plenty for the whole family to go all out on the lake together. The peaceful nights out by the bonfire with your toes in the sand or relaxing in the hammock under the stars. It was such an enjoyable week and I would highly recommend staying in this cabin!
Our entire family really enjoyed the beautiful setting on Burt Lake and the gorgeous log home and cozy cabin. We especially loved being so close to the U of M biological station as kayaking along their untouched shoreline and hiking their trails were our favorite activities. It was unfortunately too cold to swim but we enjoyed volleyball on the sandy beach. Both buildings are well equipped and have everything you need for your stay. The owners are extremely helpful and very responsive. We had a very relaxing time.
Great property large enough to accommodate large groups without feeling crowded. Large well stocked kitchen has everything you will need for any meal you choose to make while there. Cottage is a nice perk for families with bigger kids. They liked sleeping over there and having their own space. Amazing view from the great room out to Burt Lake. We were there in winter but the beach looks amazing and the owners have all the outside accommodations you will need. Property is close to several small towns for exploring. Owner was easy to communicate with.
This is a beautiful home in a serene setting. House is very clean and has everything you need for your stay. Bill the homeowner is very friendly and helpful when planning your stay. Had a wonderful time. Definitely recommend staying here.
Second time to this log home. Really enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, as it is near the end of a dead-end road. Hiked in the nearby wildlife area, while bird watching. Also enjoyed watching a variety of waterfowl on the lake. Got some kayaking in. The home is amazing (the ladies love the kitchen)! The covered porch is helpful on rainy days. Almost a zero entry beach, great for young children. Between Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Indian River and Mackinaw City, or just jaunts out into the countryside, there is plenty to do and see. Usually we do October for fall colors, but had to go early this year. The fall colors in the area are excellent if you can hit it right.
Our family of 10 had an amazing vacation in this beautiful property. It was exactly as described and exceeded our expectations. We wanted for nothing and our hosts were so accommodating. You couldn’t ask for better people to depend on making sure everything for your stay was in order. Thank you Bill and Sherry for making sure our time together was nothing short of perfect!!
The place was Awesome! Very well supplied with kitchen supplies, cookware, games, and all other items required!
Simply breathtaking! Everything from the location, to the view, to the gorgeous log house. Fully stocked, clean, quiet, great beach and lake.
Property & house give the best Burt Lake experience.. Homes are very clean, adorably decorated, & well stocked. Loved the separate cabins to give some group privacy, while still having family time right outside with lake, kayaks & firepit. We are grateful to owners for providing such a wonderful place for us to enjoy!
My extended family all meet here for the week. There was plenty of room and a well stocked kitchen. It was an easy drive to the ferry for a day at the island. We found great places to eat out nearby. Favorite spot was around the fire ring on the beach in the evening.
We had a fabulous girl’s trip at this beautiful log home on Burt Lake. The house was well stocked with everything you could need and was very comfortable and well maintained. The kitchen is huge with a large island and bar so we could all hang out together while cooking breakfast and dinner. The living room has a large window overlooking the beach and lake and the porch was perfect for enjoying our morning coffee. We also spent an evening sitting around a fire on the beach watching the sunset. The home feels secluded but there are several restaurants nearby and the Mackinaw bridge and island are less than 30 minutes away. Bill and Sherry are fabulous hosts and were quick to respond to all our questions. I would highly recommend this property!
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