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Cedar Cabin on the Bay: Private Beach!

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On the beach
Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Stephenson, MI
  • Popular LocationJ.W. Wells State Park6 min drive
  • AirportEscanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)27 min drive
  • Popular LocationIsland Resort & Casino33 min drive
  • Popular LocationUpper Peninsula State Fair Grounds37 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cedar Cabin on the Bay: Private Beach!

CEDAR CABIN on the BAY
SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 2
*LAKEFRONT (Green Bay—Lake Michigan)
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
*DOGS are WELCOMED
*The internet can be spotty because of the area.

Located right on beautiful Green Bay (Lake Michigan), Cedar Cabin by the Bay is a wonderful vacation destination! Nestled among the trees, this true log cabin is situated to accommodate summer fun, fall hunters, winter warriors, and spring fishermen. This property provides excellent swimming conditions, and the high ceilings in the great room, with 16 feet of windows, will allow you a beautiful view of gorgeous Lake Michigan! Let the water's calm relax your mind and body!

Cedar Cabin has 2 bedrooms that can sleep 6 people and there are also 2 bathrooms. Guests are welcome to use the 2 car garage on site. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen to cook up your favorite family meals or have an outdoor BBQ on the charcoal grill. Throw a couple logs on the fire pit outside and gaze up at the stars, or cozy up inside by the wood-burning stove and savor in the tranquil surroundings With board games, books, and a Smart TV, you can still have fun together inside on those rainy days!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: There is no air conditioning in the home, however, there are ceiling fans in the great room. We also provide 3 oscillating fans for the bedrooms to keep you cool.

ATV's: We're sorry, there are no ATV's allowed on the property.

Animals: You may see a variety of birds, deer, wild turkey, eagles, swans, and frogs.

Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1: Full Bathroom with walk in shower & dual sinks (connected to bedroom #1)
Bathroom #2: Full Bathroom with tub/shower combo

Beach/Swimming: This property allows great swimming conditions! There is a nice 10-15 feet of sandy beach area. The lake is a beautiful, sandy-bottom lake, which has a very gradual slope. The land going toward the beach is grass, followed by moss, followed by 15 feet of sandy beach, and then you walk into the sandy-bottom lake. You can walk out about 50 feet into the water and it is still at your mid thigh. This is great for smaller children to play and swim.

Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom #1: 1 King Bed
Bedroom #2: 2 Double Beds

Boats: There are no boats are available at the property.

Bugs: Expect typical Michigan bugs-flies, mosquitos, etc.

Cell Phone Service: Verizon is perfect, everything else is spotty or non-existent. You will need to connect to WIFI to make calls.

Distances:
* Pictured Rocks: 1 hour and 42 minutes ( 92 miles)
* Marquette: 1 hour 42 minutes (92 miles)
* Green Bay, WI: 1 hour and 26 minutes (81 miles)
* Iron Mountain: 1 hour and 13 minutes ( 98 miles)
* Milwaukee, WI: 3 hours and 6 minutes (198 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 2 hours and 58 minutes away (174 miles)

Dock: No dock is available at the property.

Fireplace: There is a wood-burning stove in the cabin.

Fire-pit: Yes! Gather the group and grab some s'more fixins'.

Fishing: You can wade in the water a bit and fish by the shore, or you can travel 2.3 miles to Cedar River and fish along the river. Ask the friendly locals for the good fishing holes.

Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license on the Michigan DNR website

Fishing poles: Bring your own!

Grill: Charcoal grill. Please bring charcoal and lighter fluid

Grocery Store: There is a gas station/convenience store 2. 3 miles away, which also has a restaurant in it. In Stephenson, which is 18 minutes away, there is a Family Dollar store and another convenience store, plus some other restaurants.

Handicap Friendly: Canes and walkers are welcomed. There is one step up to get into the home & there are no other steps in the home. There is a gentle slope to the water.

Internet: Free WIFI for guests to use. Internet can be spotty because of what is available to area

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you before you arrive. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let us know, and we'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basics-Quilts/Comforters, sheets, pillows, pillow cases and bath towels. Please bring your beach towels from home to take to the water.

Parking: Guests can use the extra deep, 2 car garage. Maximum of 4 cars allowed on the property. One truck/trailer combo would easily fit at the property.

Pets: One dog is welcome at Cedar Cabin! Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore! Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges a $75 pet fee (per dog) for your entire stay. We do require you to pick up all of your animal's waste on the property and down all beach areas. We ask that you please clean up after your dog both inside and outside the cabin, plus, if you allow your dog on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. We also ask that if the pet hair starts to build inside the cabin, that you please run the vacuum. Please keep in mind that pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: There is a neighbor's home about 50 yards away, but there are trees which separate the spaces.

Snowmobiles: We are sorry, no snowmobiles or ATV's are allowed on the property.

Space: One Floor

Televisions: There is a Smart TV with streaming capabilities (Netflix and Amazon Prime work well, Sling TV is a bit sketchy).

Towels: Yes, we provide towels. It's always good to bring extra though. Please bring beach towels from home to use outdoors.

Washer and dryer: Yes! The property has a washer and dryer for guests to use. Laundry soap is provided.

Wood: Guests will need to purchase their own firewood to burn. You can buy wood approximately 2.3 miles away in Cedar River or 30 minutes away in Menominee.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

407972
Cedar Cabin on the BAY Wifi Pet friendly Lakefront Cabin!
Cedar Cabin on the BAY Just Listed! Sleeps 6 Dog Friendly

About the neighborhood

Stephenson

Located in Stephenson, this cabin is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and J.W. Wells State Park, while Ellison Bay Pottery Studios and Linden Gallery are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • J.W. Wells State Park - 6 min drive
  • Chip-in Casino - 32 min drive
  • Island Resort & Casino - 33 min drive
  • DeYoung Family Zoo - 37 min drive
  • Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hirsch's Cedar River Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Pub - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cedar Cabin on the Bay: Private Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Cabin on the Bay: Private Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cedar Cabin on the Bay: Private Beach!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cedar Cabin on the Bay: Private Beach! located?

This Stephenson cabin is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 12 mi (20 km) of O. B. Fuller Park and J.W. Wells State Park. Little Bay de Noc and DeYoung Family Zoo are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cecilia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront Log Cabin
The communication before arrival and the provided directions were excellent. The bathrooms, rooms, and kitchen were spotless, except for the kitchen cabinet doors. On our first morning, a woman from the neighboring property approached me, asking if we planned to stay all day because she intended to mow. I informed her of our plans to stay and inquired how long it would take—45 minutes. She neither confirmed whether she would proceed nor asked if it was an issue. She did not introduce herself, leaving me unsure of her identity. Later, while I was reading at the beach, the tractor mower began operating in the rental property’s beach and garden area, creating noise that drove me indoors. The person on the mower did not address me or ask for permission to proceed. Aside from this, our stay was pleasant, and the cabin met all advertised expectations. The greeting iPad on the kitchen counter indicated a checkout time of 11 am. I suggest updating this to reflect the local time accurately, considering the CST/EST time difference, to avoid confusion.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, spacious lovely view
Directions to cabin a bit convoluted. Was not that difficult to find. Was lovely. Mosquitoes were probably at their worst so was difficult to enjoy the outside. A screen porch or gazebo would have been great. Well stocked & thoughtfully set up for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S., williamston

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Waterfront Cottage
Overall, the cottage was very nice and clean and the location is hard to beat. The lake being right there and being able to wade out to waist area 100 yards into the water was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful family time
We had a great stay at the cabin. The kids can't wait to go back. The cabin was clean and comfortable. Fire ring was perfect. The beach was nice but could have been dragged a few times, the bird droppings were plentiful. That didn't stop the kids though, they were in the water everyday. The only draw back had nothing to do with the property. The neighbors burnt a ton of trash one night. Thankfully the breeze was in our favor or it would have been a miserable night. It was a great trip, the kids can't wait to come back. Beautiful, Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location log cabin with open great room
Loved the short walk out the back door to the firepit and ‘private’ beach and warm shallow water. Grilled outside every night. Nicely appointed kitchen for an older home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful
Just as advertised. We even had deer walk past the wall of windows. The beach was fantastic and a short walk for me.. we had a fire I. The morning to drink our coffee and to hear the waves….we even saw eagles. Which was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cedar Cabin By The Bay was the perfect getaway!
This cabin is just steps from the water, and has the best set up for a relaxing break for cooking in the fully equiped kitchen, sleeping in the comfortable beds, enjoying a fore in the pit by the lake, and relaxing in the shade of the trees. This cabin has updated bathrooms (with a rain shower) and an open kitchen/dining/living room set up with gorgeous windows that face the lake. I would height recommend this cabin to anyone, and we hope to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Linda G., Glenwood, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing beach view
Beautiful setting
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esteban C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aug 2022
Excellent property in a beautiful location with all the amenities. The beach is great for kids and a dog. The only drawback was that tree cutting happened in the neighboring property which created a lot of noise. But that has nothing to do with the property itself. Would visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS M., YORKVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Everything was great nice and relaxing. Beach is perfect knee deep 50' from shore so kids had a blast and it makes it relatively worry free.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice beach and swimming for littles
We had a short stay but it was very enjoyable. Great swimming, nice windows and slept well. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Briseida C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to spend with family
We hade a little problem with one of the beds, they fixed it right away. Wonderful place if you have kids my kids hade a blast time in the sand and lake. I recomend this resident, definitely will be back 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marissa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
Our family had an amazing time at this cabin right on Lake Michigan! The place was off the main road set back in the woods and right in the water which allowed for privacy. Loved that this cabin was pet friendly and very clean, organized and beautiful! Thank you for our stay and helping us to make awesome summer memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, Amazing, Amazing!
This place is truly great. The cabin is SO cute and well maintained and my husband said multiple times "I wish we owned this!" Having the beach right in your front yard is so great, and we spent lots of time on the chairs down there just soaking it all in. It's so nice that the water is shallow for like 50 feet out, because you can walk around in the water and it only comes to mid calf region. This was perfect for our dog (a short legged corgi) who had the time of his life. I truly think this place was his definition of heaven. While it is remote, we found a restaurant just two miles down the road (The Halfway) and went there both nights for dinner. We chatted with the owner, who is LOVELY, and she takes such pride in the place. The food was outstanding as well. For breakfast, just next door to the highway there is a gas station with a restaurant inside that serves AMAZING food as well. We were so happy to discover these places because after full days of exploring, we wanted something close to eat. But back to the property - run, dont walk to book this place. The cabin is huge, the bathrooms are super nice, and the best are VERY comfy. 10/10 for this place. We will hopefully be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Channi E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cedar Cabin
Great property for families. They would live the beach. A little remote but only 30 minutes away from shopping/groceries.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla S., Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
Thank you for sharing your beautiful property! We absolutely loved our time and you made it very easy to check in and the house was equipped with everything we needed! We will be back Again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Location was amazing. Cozy cabin in the woods with a sandy beach steps away, perfect for watching the sun rise or stargazing at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

AMY D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mailbox, as landmark
Property was exactly as expected. A suggestion: the red, white, and blue mailbox was hard to see because the paint was faded and covered up. (It was used as a landmark to help find property, not helpful.)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H., Chicago, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach For Kids
Our stay was 4 adults (my wife, my in-laws, and me) as well as our 3 1/2 year old son and 3 1/2 month son. The property was very clean and all beds were very comfortable. Both bathrooms were also clean. As the owner noted, there is no AC, but we found that using the fans and opening the windows in the evenings kept the place just fine. There was a nice breeze off the lake and the temperatures, while low 90s in the day, were low 60s or high 50s at night, which was perfect. The garage came stocked with several floats and some sand toys that out son enjoyed on the beach. The drive from Green Bay was about 90 minutes and the drive to Munising, MI (Pictured Rocks) is about 90 minutes as well. I HIGHLY recommend going up to the Pictured Rocks. It was an awesome day trip. Also, as the owners indicated, flies on the beach were pretty bad. They were a only problem the 1st day and half, so we purchased a mosquito net and draped it over some chairs. Our son sat under it with me to play in the sand and it worked great. The last 3 days, however, there were no flies at all and the weather was perfect. It pretty much is to be expected that you will have some creatures out in the woods, so be prepared, but it is doable. Also, the beach is wonderful. The bay is only a few feet deep for at least 50 - 100 yards out into the lake. Our dog and toddler were able to play in the water a ton very safely and easily. He said, multiple times, "I love this beach!" All in all, the cabin was a great stay. You are secluded enough to really feel like you are in the North Woods, but also within 30 minutes of stores, food, etc. We have recommended the cabin to family and would certainly visit it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway with small kids
We stayed with three boys (2, 5 and 8) and our dog in mid summer. The house was roomy and comfortable. The beach was fantastic and the shallow water was kind of perfect for the whole family. We just settled into the rhythm of being on the beach - swimming, playing in the sand, making a campfire and grilling.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
It was remote and nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome escape
My husband and I were looking for a getaway from the city, a place on the water that was cozy and beautiful. This place was all of those things and exceeded our expectations. Recommended for folks that love to stay in and cook your own food, hike, have bonfires on the beach (closest cluster of restaurants is 30+ min away). Definitely will be back! Loved all the books, games, puzzles and gear included!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Beautiful interior and very comfortable bed! We had a chilly week, so the fireplace was well used. Unfortunately, the seal came loose on it, so we could not use it the last day. Good walking areas and parks nearby, and great beach right outside the door. I recommend this property to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

mike m.

Liked: Cleanliness
good location on green bay
Nice spot, very quiet. Woke up to a light dusting of this morning..very pretty.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
Great Vacation. Nice Accommodations. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020