Located on Lake Superior in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Beachcomber's Cottage is nestled in a private woodsy setting, the property extending undeveloped on both sides. Enjoy the ambiance of a knotty pine 2-bedroom cottage with 2 decks-one adjoining and one on the beachfront dune. A short walk on a cobblestone path leads to an expansive 450’ of sugar-sand beach, fresh clear lake waters stretching out before you. Just 15 minutes to Marquette & only 30 minutes to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore! The space THE LOCALE Conveniently located between Marquette and Munising, the cottage is 15 miles east of Marquette on scenic Highway M-28, close to dining, shopping, and entertainment, as well as several golf courses and a casino. And just 26 miles east of the cottage is the wild and beautiful Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, located at Munising, where you can hike above the cliffs, kayak along the shoreline, or relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery on the ever-popular Pictured Rocks Cruise. You can use the cottage for a starting point to enjoy the many hiking and bicycle trails in the area, or head out on day trips to explore the Upper Peninsula. Wherever your adventures take you, the Beachcomber’s Cottage is your perfect “home base.” THE COTTAGE SURROUNDINGS The Beachcomber's Cottage is surrounded by tall stately pines, with a short path to the white sands of Lake Superior. An ample parking area provides space to unload your kayak or canoe from your vehicle. With no nearby neighbors and no highway crossing to access the beach, it’s just the spot for your summer vacation – to take an invigorating swim or stroll down the beach collecting rocks and driftwood. And it’s perfect for an autumn getaway, where the fall colors are vibrant and spectacular, the air crisp and clear. IN THE COTTAGE The two bedroom cottage is designed with knotty pine interior and hardwood floors throughout. Generous windows provide views of the cobblestone path and lake. It can accommodate up to four people. Charming and comfortable, it has everything you need for your stay. ACCOMMODATIONS: • Master bedroom with one queen bed • A second bedroom with two twin beds • Bathroom with contemporary shower enclosure KITCHEN FEATURES: • Refrigerator, electric stove, microwave, coffee maker • Dishes, cookware, and utensils AMENITIES: • Linens and one set of towels per person provided (bring your own beach towels and gear) • A free-standing gas fireplace providing ample warmth when needed • Fans and open windows providing Lake Superior breezes for cooling • Flat screen Roku TV • DISH network access • DVD player and a large collection of DVDs • Land line telephone for local calls • Wi-Fi Internet • Books and games center; folding card table HEALTH AND SAFETY: • Carbon monoxide alarm • Smoke alarms The cottage also includes TWO DECKS: • An attached deck with picnic table and chairs for outdoor dining and relaxing • A second deck above the beach dune with views overlooking Lake Superior and the spectacular sunsets over Shot Point to the west. It’s just right for enjoying your morning cup of coffee or even watching the stars come out at night. And for really early risers, it’s a perfect spot to catch those sparkling sunrises over Laughing Fish Point to the east. Guest access The entire cottage is available for your stay, except for the sauna and adjoining "dressing room." The sauna is not for guest use, due to fire insurance restrictions. The same is true for the fireplace. The woodshed and garage are only for owner use. Other things to note BOOKING POLICY and CHECK-IN METHOD The Beachcomber's Cottage rents for a period of 7 days or longer, and is available from June until mid-October. • Check-in and check-out is on Saturdays • Check-in time is 3:00 PM. • Check-out time is 10:00 AM. • Maximum number of guests: 4 • Pets are not allowed on the property. FOR YOUR SAFETY Because fire is a serious hazard in this area of pine trees and dry needles, and for your safety: • Do not use the sauna stove (prohibited by insurer) or the fireplace (it’s just for decoration). • No outdoor or beach fires. • If you bring a small BBQ, only use propane. NO charcoal permitted. • Smoking of any products anywhere on the property is prohibited. ONCE YOUR RESERVATION IS CONFIRMED … • WELCOME MESSAGE Once your reservation is confirmed, we will send you a Welcome Message with some during-your-stay tips as you get ready for your trip. It will also list some resources for activities in the area to check out. • CHECK-IN METHOD You will also receive instructions for accessing the cottage. We have a representative who lives nearby, and will provide his contact information. We would ask that you call him a week or two before your trip to let him know when you’re arriving and make arrangements for keys. He’ll be happy to chat with you and give you directions (and landmarks) to get to the cottage. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COTTAGE Along with the Welcome Message you will also receive additional information about the cottage and the area: • “Policies for Beachcomber’s Cottage” lists the basics about the property. • “Cottage Rules and Reminders” provides all the details you need to know when staying at the cottage. • “Welcome to the Beachcomber’s Cottage” letter gives you a little tour of the cottage layout and a sampling of activities available in the area.