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✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲

Riverside cabin in Ontonagon with kitchen

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Floodwood River Oar’asis, your headquarters for Upper Michigan adventures. Nestled on 32 private wooded acres along the Floodwood River, this cabin offers a serene blend of northwoods nostalgia and home comforts. Unwind with a warm cup by the campfire under starry skies or cozy up in the reading nook with a good book.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲

Welcome to your UP adventure headquarters: *Floodwood River Oar’asis*! Our tranquil little artfully curated getaway is the perfect home base for anyone visiting the UP! Our vibes are a blend of outdoorsy inspired northwoods nostalgia balanced with some comforts you’d find at home (picture cozy linens, comfy beds, a rainfall style shower head, the crackle of a campfire under the stars, and a warm cup of coffee/tea). Hosting is so much more to us than just renting out our cabin. We strive to help create a memorable experience for our guests! A bit about our location: perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, we are situated along the banks of the Floodwood River, and we are a few miles from the public beach for Lake Superior access. During peak snow season, bring your sleds and ride (safely) along the shoulder of the highway to the trailhead (3mi)! If conditions are just right, you may even fall asleep to the sound of the waves of the big lake, or stay up late and catch a glimpse of the breathtaking dance of the northern lights! The cabin sits on serene 32 acres of private wooded property so you are welcome to explore, snowshoe (provided for guests in winter) and relax to your hearts content. We are located just a few miles from town, where you’ll find a selection of shops, groceries, gas as well as options for dining out (we reccommend The Squeeze!). We are also approx 20 miles away from Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park including Lake of the Clouds, all levels of hiking trails, waterfalls, beaches, cc and downhill skiing and more! There are plenty of nearby snowmobile, atv and hiking trails/UP adventure hotspots (Bond Falls, Agate Falls, etc. or take the ferry to Isle Royale) within an hour or so radius of the cabin; the possibilities are endless no matter what season you visit! Interior cabin amenities include: the main floor is wheelchair accessible, has a covered porch with spacious entryway, full bath with tile shower, petite yet well equipped kitchen and wet bar as well as a dining and living area. There are two queen beds, one on the main floor and one up in the loft, sleeping a total of 4 people. Upstairs, opposite the sleeping area, you’ll find a desk for creatives and a cozy reading nook. We have internet service for you to work remotely, but also encourage you to disconnect and take time to enjoy a hobby of yours or explore the outdoors! Speaking of outdoor space: Please be respectful our occasional animal visitors, including deer, hummingbirds, river beavers, and more! We have a firepit with chairs as well as a trail down to the river. There is a very large and level gravel area with plenty of room for parking and unloading trailers for those of you who are visiting us to snowmobile or ATV/side by side on the local trails! If youre looking to rent, Hamilton’s North Coast rents sleds and atvs. We cannot wait for you to join us @floodwoodriveroarasis on your next trip to Upper Michigan!
**We fully respect your privacy during your stay, but we do stop by occasionally to water the outdoor plants, plow snow and take the garbage out for collection. Thank you for understanding!**

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 965 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please wash all dishes before your departure.
Please place all used towels in the shower.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

If you have a handicap that requires you to use a service dog, proof of certificate is required. Thank you!
Upon departure, please wash, dry, and put away any dishes. Place used towels in shower and all trash/recycling placed in outdoor receptacles.
Please leave bedding on beds - this allows us to ensure all sheets can be pretreated before washing if needed!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Ontonagon, this cabin is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
Map
Ontonagon, MI

What's nearby

  • Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital and Clinic - 6 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Ontonagon Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Ontonagon Township Park Beach - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park - 18 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Porcupine Mountains Ski Area - 22 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Holiday Station Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Syl's Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Roxey's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stubb's Bar & Museum - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lynn's North Country Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲 located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Lake Superior and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ontonagon Lighthouse and Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital and Clinic. Ontonagon Township Park Beach and Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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✨🌌Peaceful riverside cabin in the UP near public beach🌊, 🥾trails & the Porkies!🌲 Reviews

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10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for visiting the Porkies while still being close to groceries and restaurants. The cabin property was nice and private with spacious grounds surrounded by trees and a great fire pit. The interior had everything we could possibly need including spices, coffee, and toiletries in case we forgot anything. This was, by far, the best stocked rental we’ve ever stayed at. Beyond that, it was just a fantastic cabin to relax after long hikes and wake up to the next day of hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - cabin was very clean and well supplied with everything you could have forgotten. Wildlife with plants and hummingbirds was awesome. Easy access to highway. Close to porcupine mountains. We would definitely stay again. Highly recommend this cabin and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is perfect and in a great location to explore. The hosts have included lots of little extras to ensure you have everything you need. Thankfully we didn't forget anything, but if we had I'm sure it was there. The cinnamon strudel banana bread was delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was the perfect retreat. A really well-stocked kitchen made cooking & clean-up a breeze. The rain-head shower was a pleasant surprise. The overall peaceful nature of the location really made it feel like a retreat with just us and the stars! I loved the porch, and all the little touches with twinkle lights on the porch, and in the cabin. Brightens the space in a soft & relaxing way. The woodwork was really lovely. The garden surrounding the cabin was just the right size. We loved it and highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin stay

Super cute cabin and property on the river. Location close to the Porcupine Mountains and water falls. Cabin was clean and well stocked with amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Cabin was perfect for the two of us and location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Loved this place. The host has not missed a single detail. If you need it or forgot something it’s here. Nice location, cozy , clean and would stay again…. Loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very nice little cabin. Clean, cozy, well equipped. Has everything you need plus nice little extras. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot for a family vacation

Second visit to Heidi’s place this winter. Wonderful amenities, extremely thoughtful host, & a good location made for great family memories. Cute cabin is well stocked, extremely clean and well maintained. Host was great with communication, suggestions, and kept us informed of impending inclement weather. Would certainly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overjoyed in Ontonagon!

So very impressed with this charming cottage! Absolutely amazing stay with so much to offer near the shores of Lake Superior. Heidi is a one of a kind hostess with all her creativity and close attention to detail everything you need is available within her immaculate haven! My wife and I were greeted with Blueberry Crepes in the fridge which made the for quite a delicious treat for our first morning before exploring the Upper Keweenaw Peninsula!The beautiful flowerbeds, humming birds, and porch to relax on were simply amazing!Just can't wait to return and spend an entire week next time we visit! Thank you Heidi and Gary!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Upper

Very clean an d great host!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaunna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly a Great Place to Stay!

This cabin is awesome! Its more spacious than the pictures show and it has a great location close to the lake, the porkies and restaurants. The hosts, Heidi and Gary, they are the most welcoming and thoughtful hosts you could ever ask for. If you're considering booking this cabin do it, you won't regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful, Cozy Cabin

We had an amazing time at the Oar’asis. The cabin was beautiful and comfortable and Heidi was an excellent host. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Cute cotrage in fantastic location . Close to beaches, The Porkies and Ontonogan. Recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Long weekend get away

Our stay was above and beyond our expectations. So much thought is put into this cabin. Everything you need and what you didn't realize you needed is there! Hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacay

Heidi provides above and beyond. Have never had such great service from a host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable secluded Cabin

We really enjoyed our stay - wished we would have booked an extra day or two! Perfect location for hikes around the Porkies Mountain and just exploring. Gary & Heidi were great - making sure we were comfortable & taken care of! Even left us some Blueberry Crepe & Wine upon our arrival - delicious snack & arrival bonus! We would definitely stay here again if we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEST VRBO stay ever!!!

Heidi went above and beyond to make out stay feel warm and inviting. She even made us a little treat. The cabin was absolutely perfect for our family of 3. She has literally thought of everything you could possibly need! We were not far from the snowmobile trail, from the front doordoor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cabin get away

Very cute & well appointed cabin. Close to many activities and services, but far enough out for some serious quiet. Heidi was extremely prompt with communication and even provided welcome treats for our arrival. Meticulously clean throughout with well stocked kitchen and bath. Excellent facilities for a couple or two (or family) to spend time away together. Snowmobile trail access is just a short ride down the roadside. Will certainly be staying here again should we find ourselves vacationing in the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Vacation 2024

This cabin / cottage is a great place. The host is AMAZING and her chocolate cake was awesome! Sitting and watching the humming birds was so relaxing. It was very easy to feel like you were at home - Heidi created a great environment.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great home base when exploring the Upper Peninnsula

Lots of attention to detail with amenities. We were out all day every day but a sweet place to come back to. Cooking a bit of a challenge in tiny kitchen but as long as you keep up with the dishes the dearth of counter space merely quaint! Really comfortable bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

willy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pefect getaway

This place was exactly what we needed for our snowmobile trip. Place has everything you need. Communication was excellent right from the start. You have to appreciate all the little details that the owners put into the property to make you feel at home and relaxed. We will definitely be booking with them again for a weekend on the harleys! By far the best vrbo experience we have had.Tha ks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Property yet!

Me and my wife to be have traveled and stayed all over the UP at many different rental properties, and I can say soundly that our experience here was one of the best we ever had! Extremely clean, bug free, very private, and very clear instructions and communication from owners. We could not be more happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Mc Millan, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay in Western UP!

Heidi was an outstanding hostess. Wonderful cabin located central to all we were looking to see and do. To top it off we had a Moose walk in front of us during one of our side trips! Would recommend to anyone heading to the Ontanogan area. Thanks again! Scott and Laura
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Floodwood was our oasis!

Heidi and Gary couldn't do any better than they've done to set up and share this adorable cabin! This really has been the best stay we've ever had as a family. Our son loved his own bedroom and we loved the upstairs oasis for ours. Every little detail has been put into both decorating and stocking this perfect vacation home! We enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the hummingbirds in the morning and having dinner around the firepit at night. The access to the public beach (2mi away) and the Porkies (10 min away) were perfect as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024