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Adventure U.P- Lake House on Lake Michigan

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Experience the great outdoors at Adventure U.P. where a private beach on Little Bay de Noc and 2 1/2 wooded acres await. Unwind in the spacious log home with two full bathrooms, a full kitchen, or explore nearby local highlights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Adventure U.P- Lake House on Lake Michigan

  • Spacious Rustic Log Home for up to 10 guests at Adventure U.P. Enjoy private beach on Little Bay de Noc. Also a pop up camper on beach with queen and king bed for a real out door experience. Secluded enough for privacy, close enough to check out local highlights. Come and explore all the U.P has to offer and more!

    When you rent at Adventures U.P you rent:
    - THE MASTER BEDROOM QUEEN-sized PRIVATE bedroom with closet and dresser.
    - THE GUEST BEDROOM - queen sized PRIVATE bedroom with closet, ceiling fan and dresser.
    - THE LOWER LEVEL SUITE: Two QUEEN-sized PRIVATE spacious remodeled basement with a private full bathroom, closet, TV, recliner
    - ENTIRE house, including a full kitchen, bathroom, a great room with a gas fireplace, a second living room with a electric fireplace, and a beautiful spacious dining room. New full sized deck with a screened in patio area.

    Our home is situated on 2 1/2 wooded acres and 165 ft. of lake frontage. We offer a unique place to stay for a while and relax, or use our place as a home base for exploring all that the U.P. has to offer. Rustic private camping on beach also available. Log wood stove sauna available only when given a prior tutorial (unless experienced Sauna guests). Two campfire pits, one by the home and one on the beach for a relaxing enjoyable evening! Firewood included.

    Things to do from our home: swimming, (kayaks available) An hour away from many sites.. Picture Rocks National Park, Fayette state park and Big Springs are guest favorites. In the winter, enjoy snowshoeing, cross country skiing or fish right off our beach. But best of all sitting, relaxing, and enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.

    INCLUDED IN EVERY BOOKING:
    - Two full bathrooms one half
    - Full kitchen with pantry, electric stove, full fridge/freezer (additional fridge in garage), microwave, toaster oven, microwave, coffee grinder and maker, full cooking set including dishes etc, and a multitude of spices. Also toaster oven and microwave.
    - Clean linens and towels
    - Wireless internet
    - Washer and dryer
    - 2 fire pits (one at house and one on the beach)
    - Unlimited access to over 160ft of sandy beach frontage. Beach is located down a beautiful trail where there is decking, table and chairs also a fire pit for evening campfires.
    - Swimming raft (water shoes needed & swim at your own risk. NO LIFEGUARD)
    - You may be likely to see abundant wildlife, including eagles, herons, cranes, deer and more. One of our favorite attractions are the many hummingbirds that come to our feeders!
    - Screen area on deck to enjoy the outdoors when bugs are out.
    - Wood fired sauna available, please ask for instruction. Kayaks,life jackets, swimming raft

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

- No one likes rules but here's a few: Please clean up after self- including dishes. Garbage goes in the outside bin, recycles in box in laundry room.

As we try to conserve energy please turn off lights and turn down heat when not in use. Please respect our home as you would yours.

Recycling is important to us so please follow sheet in laundry room to recycle properly.

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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Rapid River, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Maywood History Trail and Rapid River Ski Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Martin Bay Nature Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Wells Sports Complex and Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our Rapid River travel guide
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Rapid River, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Bay de Noc
    Little Bay de Noc
    1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail
    10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Maywood History Trail
    11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail
    12 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail
    14 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shell
    19 min drive
  • McDonald's
    19 min drive
  • Swallow Inn
    10 min drive
  • The Saloon
    18 min drive
  • Subway
    19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adventure U.P- Lake House on Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Adventure U.P- Lake House on Lake Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adventure U.P- Lake House on Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adventure U.P- Lake House on Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Adventure U.P- Lake House on Lake Michigan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rapid River holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Little Bay de Noc and Lake Michigan. Hiawatha National Forest is just steps away.

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Adventure U.P- Lake House on Lake Michigan Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and home. The sand beach is spacious and private. Ideal location to watch the sunset. Owners, Monica and Maury are very welcoming and we thank them for sharing their beautiful home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather t.

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

Great UP stay

Property was clean and ready when we arrived. Wood sauna was wonderful on our one rain day we had. Beach was clean and loved that we had it all to ourselves. House was roomy and and we had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty S.

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

Wonderful place to relax with family and friends

Monica and Morley have a beautiful home that they happily share. We stayed with our adult kids and their partners and kids and this home couldn't have been more perfect for us. Beautifully kept, welcoming and comfortable. Nice amenities and everything was perfectly thought out. The beach was perfect for the kids (12 and 6 years old). Very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic I.

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

Incredible House, Beach and Hosts!

We wanted a quiet place with a private beach for our large family to be able to have a relaxing vacation, we couldn't have been more lucky to find Adventure UP! The house was clean and every detail had been well thought out. Abundant seating inside and out. Campfire ring at the house and beach. Completely secluded beautiful beach with tons of sand and a great grass area. Tables in the shade for card games. I really can't say enough good things about this location and Monica and Morley have to be some of the best hosts in the rental world. Fast communication and met us for a complete tour of the property on our arrival. We would love to stay here again and would recommend it to any one!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay for a family event. We enjoyed the large deck and amazing beach area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Mindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

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

UP Adventure Vaca

Property was excellent in so many ways: privacy, welcome gift basket, clean and very organized, comfortable and family centered decoration, abundant wildlife viewing, well maintained beach and footpath. The property clearly shows the personality and thoughtful intent of the owners. Our family of 4 adults, 2 children (5 and 2) would not hesitate to stay here again, or to highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

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

Great Escape

The property was perfect for our stay. The guys went ice fishing and the gals stayed in the warm and cozy house. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and enjoyed the comfortable sitting areas. Monica was very welcoming and made herself available to us if we had issues, but nothing came up.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Awesome Time at UP Adventure!

Our family’s stay was wonderful! The house is warm and cozy, perfect for a winter stay in the UP. We were greeted and welcomed by the owner, who showed us the ins and outs of the property and made us feel at home before leaving us to enjoy our stay. The location and setting of the property is perfect. Inside you will find everything you need to make your stay restful and relaxing, no detail was forgotten by the host. Make sure you play pizza, taco, goat, cheese. Best game ever.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were there for my wife's birthday, and from the moment we arrived we were in awe. The home and property were very clean and well maintained. You can tell that this place is loved by its owners. The amenities were top notch! The kids and ourselves made wonderful memories on this trip, thanks to our hosts and their lovely property we were lucky enough to experience. Already hoping and planning to go there again next year. My wife and i slept in the camper for two of the three nights and fell asleep and awoke to waves on the beach. Truly a trip to paradise and it didn't even require a 12 hour plane trip. I want to recommend this place ro everyone, but i also wish it were a secret so that we won't have a hard time getting a booking next time we want to go! Extremely satisfied!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Such attention to detail!

This property is a lovely reflection of the property owners whereas every detail appears to be well thought out and administered with care.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire J.

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

Great vacation for two families with little kids.

We had a great experience at this property. We had two families with a total of 6 little kids under age 8 and Monica and Morley had everything set up for us including a double cot in the den and a pack-n-play for the toddler. The private beach is great, a bit of a steep hike back but beautiful and relaxing. The kids loved playing in the sand and on the swim raft. The kayaks were great and in awesome condition. The fire pit at the beach made for a comfortable afternoon on a chillier day. There is ample fridge space with an extra fridge in the garage. We did easy day trips within a hour to Pictured Rocks, Fayette and Kitch-iti-kipi. We didn’t get to utilize the deck in the evening as much as we’d have liked to because previous renters had damaged the screened in tent and bugs get a little intense at night, which was disappointing. A few things would have made our stay a little bit easier, a dishwasher and more spare towels. Also removing breakable/choke-able decor when little kids are in the group. The owners have some cool decor and accessories that include animal skulls and rocks but we had to move them out of fear the kids would damage them or lose them. Overall it was a great UP retreat that was true to the UP lifestyle. Lots of wildlife, including a fawn we saw nightly. The house and surrounding property is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Rural lovely cabin and gardens

Pulling up to the property after a long travel day was a pleasure. The deck, being located in the rear, private and large, was properly lit for intimate family conversation, or reading Pandora on your cell phone. Just the right ambiance. This cabin is an artists delight, comfortable, and with everything one could possibly require and more. The hummingbirds were mesmerizing, the gardens wonderfully kept and we were allowed to help ourselves to the veggie bounty. If there was another star, this host couple definitely earned it. I highly recommend this magnificent property for a family week filled with memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

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

We had a Wonderful time!

We are a large family of 13, and when we were looking for a vacation house there were some things that were important to us. With having a walk through the woods to the lake I was concerned about wild animals and how thick of the woods it was. We were happy to know for as secluded as it seems there are neighbors and the walk down to the lake was safe and quite enjoyable. I was reassured we didn't have to worry about bears. We did spot some deer close by as well as bald eagles! Once at the lake it was a mother's dream! There was plenty of sand for the little ones to play in, a stream for them to walk in and the water stays shallow for a LONG way out. Plenty of chairs, a swing, a fire pit, and even a camper if someone wanted to camp out. We all thoroughly enjoyed it! The house has plenty of spots to sleep. Lots of blankets , sheets, pillows, and a pack n play. There's a secret spot for the children to play in. Coffee stations, three bathrooms two showers( but no bathtub), large area for coats and shoes. It was nice to be able to pick produce from the deck. The bugs weren't bad at all for us, but if they are, there's a zipped canapy tent with nice relaxing chairs. It was nice to meet the owners who care very much for their property and enjoy meeting new people. If we were to have any issues they were close by. Thanks for opening up your beautiful home for us to enjoy!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

This house is a beautiful quiet place to stay.

I enjoyed my stay very much. The house has everything you need. Thank you very much for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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Fantastic experience!

Our group of 8 absolutely loved our stay at this wonderful property! The hosts have thought of everything to make the home and surroundings welcoming and relaxing. The house provided plenty of space for us to hang out/read/play games/cook, and the private beach was amazing with plenty of kayaks and water toys included. The hosts were friendly and gracious and provided a perfect quick tour of the property to make sure we knew our way around. We are already checking our calendars for our next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bert P.

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

Great place!!

Met and exceeded our expectations!! Very clean and owner was very helpful with any questions that we had!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

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

Just like home

This vacation rental felt just like home. The owners met us at the property to show us around and teach us how everything works. Being someone who uses rentals regularly, this was such a nice touch and ensured we knew where everything was. They had the home set up for us ahead of time with beds/cots laid out for our kids and all ready to go. The beachfront property was the highlight of the trip. They had kayaks and life jackets for us to use, some sand toys, an amazing area for seating, etc. As a mom with small children, the water was perfect because it was a sandy bottom and you had to go pretty far out to get into deep water. That gave me a lot of peace of mind as my kids played. This rental has everything you need for a comfortable stay and I hope we get to go back and stay again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

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

Beautiful property!

We couldn’t have asked for a better property to spend the week at! We had everything we needed and so much more! Our hosts were very friendly and we look forward to booking again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave I.

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

A Perfect Getaway

This log home and property was a perfect fit for our six night stay in the U.P. We had ten people in our group with ages ranging from 18 to 52. The home is spacious, yet cozy and has a great rustic feel but includes all the modern convinces one would want. We took several day trips but made sure to spend a couple of days just relaxing and and enjoying the property. It's located on the edge of a beautiful stand of trees and a short walk down to a private beach. We spent as much time as possible down by the water swimming, kayaking, watching sunsets, using the fire pit etc. The beach was the icing on the cake for us. The owners were wonderful people and very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse M.

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

Great place

Awesome place. Owners were great people. Highly recommend
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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Perfect Getaway

Adventure U.P. was exactly what our group was looking for! We’re 2 families with 3 year old boys who loved the being able to get away somewhere quiet for a few days. Surrounded by forest with a quick walk to a private lakefront with lots to do to keep the kids entertained and the adults relaxed. We would definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

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

A beautiful spot!

The house was perfect! The private beach access was amazing. We enjoyed our stay very much, and would love to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin E.

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

Perfect Summer Getaway

We came to enjoy a short family getaway. We were met onsite by the owners. The care they give this property is immediately apparent. Everything is absolutely lovely - the gardens, the rocks, the carefully groomed paths, the art, music and library. My husband especially appreciated the comfortable chair in the perfect spot to appreciate the immense CD collection with a good book in hand. The kids loved the lakeshore, camper and kayaks. The house and grounds are well kept and the beds are comfortable. The only bad thing about it was that our stay was too short! Thanks for the lovely respite. If it were my house I would never leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrey T.

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

Excellent cabin, location and a great owner!

Our vacation at this property was one of the best we have had, and we definitely created awesome memories! Everything from booking to the checkout process was easy and well organized by the owner with check-in tips and suggestions! The cabin was very clean and the Sauna!! - oh the sauna was an awesome experience!! Will definitely do this again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019