Cabin in St. James, MI

Gorgeous Rustic Northern Michigan Island Getaway

Gorgeous Rustic Northern Michigan Island Getaway

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Lake side view
Front shot of Eagles Rest
View from the small cabin out to the lake
Dining
Interior connector- looking into small cabin

Overview of Gorgeous Rustic Northern Michigan Island Getaway

4.4 out of 5 Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

St. James, MI
  • Popular LocationJewell Gillespie Park Beach22 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Marine Museum22 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeaver Island Community Center22 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Gorgeous Rustic Northern Michigan Island Getaway

Get Away to an unspoiled natural environment where several eagle sitings daily are common. A place that has been virtually untouched and unspoiled, that is Beaver Island. Our cabin (Eagle's Rest) is situated 100 feet from Lake Michigan on a 10 acre Parcel. The views of Lake Michigan and High Island are spectacular!

Getting to Beaver Island: The first stop is Charlevoix, MI, a Lake Michigan harbor city located approx 250 miles north of Detroit. You can also fly into Pelston or Traverse City airports and connect to Beaver Island Ferry (https://www.bibco.com/) or Island Airways in Charlevoix (islandairways.com). From Charlevoix take a quick 20 minute flight or the 2 hour leisurely ferry ride on the Emerald Isle. Either way, it's an amazing adventure!

The link below lists all available transportation services getting to the island as well as once on the island

https://www.beaverisland.org/transportation/

***PLEASE NOTE: If you are planning to bring your car over, you typically have to book in advance, we advise you call to make sure the ferry has availability before reserving to stay at our cabin***

When you arrive on the island you will find a place that will take you back in time. Slow, patient, friendly and Beautiful! You might want to stop at the Shamrock for a beverage after the ferry ride or take the scenic 20 minute drive straight out to Eagle's Rest. Distance is measured by time on the Island, most of the roads have not been paved...it's just another way to make you slow down!


When you reach Eagle's Rest the drive in is through a wooded pathway into a vast open area with scattered trees along the perimeter. Eagle's Rest was first built in 2004 with the original cabin. It has since been added on to with a larger additional cabin with a lovely connector. It is very charming, with spectacular views of Lake Michigan and High Island. It has a great front porch, screened in rear porch and large rear decks overlooking the lake. All furnishings are new or local antiques. Eagle's Rest has an outdoor (and indoor shower) shower with cold and hot running water. It is the renter's responsibility to bring their own sheets and towels. Eagle's Rest has a charming decor with an open layout which includes 33 large Anderson windows, many are floor to ceiling overlooking Lake Michigan. There are 2 large lofts with single beds and a bedroom with a king sized bed. The main floor has a comfortable pull out couch. It's perfect for a family of 2-7.

You may enjoy a good book overlooking Lake Michigan, take a swim in the clear lake water, explore the island and over 100 miles of roads and trails, kayak using the 2 kayaks provided, go for a bike ride using the 2 bikes provided, fish on one of the 5 inland lakes, roast marshmallows in the fire pit on the beach, admire the vast array of stars, discover some of the other islands in the Archipelego, visit the spa for a massage, play nine at the Beaver golf course, lounge on the patio, cocktails at Nina's, Donnegal Bay to enjoy the sunset, visit the CMU Biological center, or the 2 lighthouses on the island, Little Sand Bay, Iron Ore Bay or simply do Nothing! This is a vacation you will never forget and leave feeling truly rested.

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Property manager

Gerry

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: restrictions apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

About the area

Beaver Island

Located in Beaver Island, this cabin is on a lake. Lake Michigan and Jewell Gillespie Park Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Marine Museum and Beaver Island Community Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.

What's nearby

  • Jewell Gillespie Park Beach - 22 min drive
  • The Marine Museum - 22 min drive
  • Old Mormon Print Shop Museum - 22 min drive
  • Beaver Island Community Center - 22 min drive
  • Toy Museum - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paradise Bay Coffee Shop - 10 min drive
  • Stoney Acre Grill & Pub - 21 min drive
  • McCafferty's Unfinished Farms Riding Stable - 18 min drive
  • Donegal Danny's Pub - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Rustic Northern Michigan Island Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Rustic Northern Michigan Island Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Rustic Northern Michigan Island Getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Rustic Northern Michigan Island Getaway located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and within 9 miles (15 km) of Jewell Gillespie Park Beach and Old Mormon Print Shop Museum. The Marine Museum and Beaver Island Community Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.4

Excellent

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3.7/5

Cleanliness

4.8/5

Check-in

4.7/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Tracy K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, needs a good cleaning
Overall, great trip. The island is wonderful, the location was good, and we really appreciated it being a dog friendly property. That said, my expectations were higher for cleanliness. Main points: mattresses are stained/need vacuuming and do not have covers. I am very glad we brought blankets. The blankets that are in the house are dirty. There is mess in every drawer/shelf. It is clearly a family vacation home, but it is difficult to get comfortable when there’s no place to put your stuff away. As the pictures show, part of the bathroom is unfinished. That was understood, but the inside of the unfinished bathtub has gotten dirty/moldy and is no longer covered like it is in the picture. The shower needs a very good cleaning, the floor had quite a bit of mildew. There was a persistent smell in the kitchen. Possibly from the disposal or from the cabinet under the sink. We had to find an extension cord in a drawer somewhere to run the disposal (we did not put any food down there). There were cobwebs and spiders in every corner. I suspect that the owners live downstate and rely on someone to clean the place. But it is not being cleaned very well, despite a high rental price and a decent cleaning fee. Other notes: beach is beautiful, but rocky. Chairs by fire pit are broken/uncomfortable, need replacing. Loft sleeping spaces are open to living room and bedroom and accessible by ladders. Kitchen counter/sink needs repair, gap lets water leak into cabinet below.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

3/5 Okay

Ronda H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Depends what you're looking for....
If it's peace and quiet with beautiful views, this is the place for you! Great fire pit (although some type of lighter or matches would have been nice, thankfully local hardware store had plenty) and deck to relax. If you're looking for large space for many to sleep...keep looking. The main bedroom has a king bed, very comfy. The two usable lofts (best one in main bedroom) are not ideal for grown adults. Dusty with low ceiling and slanted walls. Ladder to get up and down is straight up and down, zero slant. The saggy short sofa is a hide-a-bed, we didn't use. Bring extension cords if you're a CPAP user. We were inundated with fruit flies from 4 nicely ripe tomatoes on window sill. Thankfully he had Apple cider vinegar we could use to trap them. The smoke detectors were in a cupboard. Electrical wires sticking out EVERYWHERE. Mind you we booked this place in May and arrived early September. Plenty of time in my estimation to complete this important task. The bathroom STILL is not finished. Outlets not working. Just want to make those aware so you know what you're getting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/5 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beaver island getaway
It was very remote - but nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Janelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous
The best getaway spot. Basically have your own little bay. It’s so peaceful here. A few areas where cleaning could be improved but not bad. The house is in the middle of being updated but this for the most part didn’t hurt our stay at all. Such a cool place to be
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

5/5 Excellent

Asia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Beautiful cabin. Some stuff unfinished, like the bathtub. But did not effect enjoyment of trip at all. Beautiful cabin and property. Remember to bring your own sheets! Loved biking the island!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gerry

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Why they chose this property

I chose to buy land on Beaver Island because of it's unique natural beauty and isolation

What makes this property unique

It is so quite and isolated. I enjoy the solitude and natural beauty.

Languages:

English
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