Private Lake Retreat Near Pictured Rocks @LifeInThe906

Wetmore, Michigan
$293 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

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Night 2 nights

Min Stay

We invite you to enjoy Life in the (906), the telephone area code for the entire Upper Peninsula (UP) of Michigan, at our waterfront home on Lost Lake. Experience what it’s like to live as a “Yooper,” a true resident of the UP! Todd and I are your hosts who live just down the road, less than an hour away: close enough to take care of any unexpected needs, but far enough to offer privacy.

Enjoy a cup of coffee in our breakfast nook or out on the back deck overlooking the lake; take a paddle boat or kayak out on the lake (or drill a hole in the ice) to catch a fish; take your sleds out and ride the snowmobile trails all day, then relax in the entertainment room after a long day of exploring Pictured Rocks or the trails in the Hiawatha National Forest.

The House and Property:

The 2-car garage, sitting on top of a small hill, is the first building you’ll see. It’s perfect for parking your sleds, other grown-up toys, or your vehicles. The house itself is farther down the hill, and the driveway features a concrete pad and allows for extra car parking or a turnaround spot. Below the wraparound deck is a walk-out basement (not yet ready for visitors) that leads directly to the beach area with a dock, a fire pit, and seating area.

The house has a full kitchen stocked with enough dishes, utensils and cookware to whip up simple meals for your group. A microwave, coffee maker, toaster and blender also make it easy for you to grab something on the run if the outdoors is calling you.

This 3-bedroom house has the master bedroom situated on the opposite side of the smaller two, allowing for more privacy. The two smaller bedrooms share a bathroom, while the master has a private one. With a queen bed, two twin beds, and a twin bunk bed/full-size futon combo, six people will have plenty of space. There are also two separate living room/entertainment areas, each with its own queen/full pull-out sleeper sofa, should you need to accommodate a larger group.

Free WiFi, Roku, and a DVD player are available if you prefer to settle indoors. The house is set up with a landline phone that has local phone call capabilities. Verizon and AT&T services work OK in this part of the UP, but all cell carriers can use WiFi calling.

If you need to cool down or warm up fast from playing outside in our 4-season playground, there is a water cooler with hot and cold settings, along with a Keurig, at your disposal. The laundry room is also good for popping something into the dryer for a quick warm-up, or to dry your beach towels if you've been swimming all day. We also have nature's dryer, a clothesline, out back.

Outdoors enthusiasts You’re just 10 miles from Munising, the gateway to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, and it's beautiful year round! You can't hike very far without stumbling upon one of the ubiquitous waterfalls in this area, and the North Country National Scenic Trail runs right along Lake Superior on its way from North Dakota to Vermont.

Valley Spur is also nearby and offers skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and mountain biking.

Are you into fishing You’ve got plenty of national forestland, lakes, and streams to accommodate you. But the best-kept secret is our private lake, which boasts some of the best bass fishing in the area (guests have also caught plenty of northern pike and panfish - right off our dock).

In summertime enjoy water activities like swimming, kayaking, and paddle boating, right out your back door. We’ve got people-powered watercraft for your personal use, and also indoor games for kids both large and small, because you never know what type of weather Mother Nature will provide!

For snowmobilers: access hundreds of miles of trails right outside the front door. The Buckhorn Resort is just 3 miles away on the trails or 11 miles via the roads. You can access Trails 7 and 8 right from our driveway.

Explorers: You may choose to day trip across the UP to Tahquamenon Falls State Park, Kitch-iti-Kipi (the Big Spring), Marquette’s Sugarloaf Mountain, Seney Wildlife Refuge, Mackinac Island, or visit Sault Saint Marie and take a Soo Locks boat tour from your Lost Lake home base.

Whether you're bundled up like a snowman tackling the drifts or down to your swim trunks splashing around our swimming hole, you'll have a blast out here on Lost Lake!

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1620 Sq Ft (151 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hunting Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Sledding Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Harry T.

    Submitted Feb 10, 2026

    Stayed Feb 4, 2026

    Yes,host was great, amenities good

  • Annette S.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    Definetly will be back

  • Mark M.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Nice location away from town. Was so quiet sometimes you could not hear a motor anywhere around you.

  • Carla C.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 19, 2025

    Great house and amazing location. We all voted a return trip

  • Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 13, 2025

    Gorgeous lake and loved that the house special touches. Would definitely stay here again in a heart. We got lucky to see so many shooting stars, the Milky Way and some beautiful sunsets over the lake.

  • Ken S.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Excellent location. The owners were responsive, excellent hosts who STOCKED the house with goodies that I have not seen offered by other houses we've stayed at. While not the best house we've stayed in, it was the best that we saw in the area available.

  • Vivek Y.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Very nice home with a lot of activities; hosts are amazing

  • Claudia S.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    This place was amazing, and the host went above and beyond to make our stay extra special with all the extra touches. It is the best stocked house we have ever been to. Everything we could possibly want/need was provided. The kids actually couldn’t wait every day to get back to the house to use the kayaks, watch the sunset, build a fire, and just take it easy. The communication with the host and the directions prior to arrival were flawless. We drove 10 hours to visit Pictured Rock, and would definitely come back to this amazing house again.

  • Carrie S.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Our family of 5 enjoyed staying here for a week while we explored Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The owners were excellent at communication. We really appreciated the info about driving directions and the heads ups that cell service in the UP can be spotty. The house was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Location was convenient to the Munising area and Pictured Rocks. We had a fantastic week and would definitely go back!

  • Eric N.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    The house and amenities were wonderful! The whole family enjoyed the lake thanks to the kayaks and pedal boat. We also loved the games, the s'mores over the firepit, and the overall peace & quiet. The hosts had everything we could ask for and were terrific communicators. We'd love to stay again!

  • Maricia L.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    Everything about this stay was excellent. Would definitely recommend.

  • Mark J.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    The house was a nice place to stay, there was plenty of room for my family of four. The hosts thought of everything your will need and more. Being on the lake was nice and relaxing after a day of hiking. The hosts were helpful and know the area well and the trails they recommended were beautiful.

  • Jason P.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 25, 2025

    The host was very accommodating and responsive. The home was very clean and had several nice amenities that made our vacation more fulfilling such as plenty of kayaks, fishing poles and board games! Would definitely come back again!

  • Donna M.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2025

    Stayed Mar 23, 2025

    Kristen and Todd are the best hosts! Unpredictable winter weather brought about a foot of late season snow during our stay. Todd made a special trip out to plow us out. Kristen was extremely responsive and accommodating as we decided to extend our stay at the last minute. Both are super knowledgeable about the area and the accommodations were perfect - everything we needed and more!

  • Steven M.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2025

    Stayed Feb 2, 2025

    The place was awesome. Very nice and clean. We would definitely stay there again if available.

  • Gerald F.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2025

    Stayed Jan 29, 2025

    Location was perfect for snowmobiling,Would definitely stay again.

  • Amber C.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    We really enjoyed our time. We got lucky and caught the trees at their peak colors, it was just beautiful. We enjoyed kayaking on the lake and making s'mores by the fire. We spent a lot of time exploring/hiking/enjoying the waterfalls.

  • Wendy A.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    We loved everthing about it. An A1 host and excellent property. We felt welcomed and comfortable from the moment we walked it.

  • Patrick M.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Beautiful property for a getaway. Great place to enjoy family and friends, and beautiful sunsets.

  • Lisa W.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2024

    Stayed Sep 22, 2024

    We’ve stayed in another rental on lost lake but needed a larger property to accommodate our family this year. This home was absolutely perfect! We walked in the door to find a fresh-smelling, exceptionally clean home away from home. Wonderful hosts make all the difference. Kristen was quick to respond to all messages & the extra small touches, deliciously stocked snacks, & variety of games, boating supplies, Firepit area & beach kept our family entertained throughout our stay. We highly recommend this property!

  • Deborah C.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2024

    Stayed Sep 7, 2024

    We love the 906! A perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Lost Lake! We enjoyed campfires and loved your generous smores supplies. You made fun easy!! Location was perfect- enjoyed Munising and Pictured rock! And my GPS worked worked! Tagainfmakinthisvacation!

  • Deborah A.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Sep 3, 2024

    This place definitely did not disappoint. It is well stocked and had everything we needed. The host was very responsive and answered all our questions timely. In addition to our planned activities, we also kayaked around the lake and roasted marshmallows by the bonfire. It was a wonderful experience. I highly recommend this place.

  • Joslyn R.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    Clean, peaceful and quiet, pretty view. My boys loved the kayaks and fishing in the rowboat with battery trolling motor. Less than 15 min to Munising.

  • Tara S.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    I don’t have enough good things to say about how much our family enjoyed staying here. It felt like home away from home. Kris was an amazing host and went out of her way to fill the house with amenities to make our stay both easy and special. Lost Lake is beautiful, and we loved being able to swim, kayak, and fish. We did a combo of “adventure” days and stay at home days, and this was the best house and location for it.

  • Jessica L.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    We had a wonderful time at this lakeside house. Plenty of room for our family. Kris was an amazing hostess. There was a wonderful gift basket waiting for us when we got there. She has everything you need at the house. We WAY overpacked!. Plenty to do right at the house. We will definitely be going back!

  • Sarah S.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    This place was great for our stay! Our daughter was getting married at miners beach & we needed a nice spot to get around and also come back to relax to that felt like home! This was it! The lake is beautiful and peaceful. The hosts communicated great. Everything we needed was there. Will definitely try to go back when our trip isn’t so filled with plans.

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