Looking for a remote cabin for a romantic getaway or a relaxing time in the big north woods? Ellen’s Cabin is off-grid, has no running water and limited cell service. 1/2 mile from a dirt road and the North Country Trail, in the rugged Michigamme Highands, close to Silver Lake and Dead River Basins. There are lots of opportunities for biking, hiking, fishing and canoeing. A winter wonderland if skiing or snowshoeing are your passions. We are 45 minutes from Ishpeming and an hour from Marquette. The cabin has a wood stove for heating with propane back up and a gas stove for cooking. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a small fridge. The open upstairs living space is perfect for yoga or kids play area with reading corner and large windows. Bedrooms do not have doors and have limited headspace. There is no running water and limited 12V solar power for lights. We will provide river water for washing dishes. Bring your own drinking water. There is a large wrap around deck with a small gas grill, the perfect place to enjoy the view with coffee or cocktails. There is a fire ring with firewood provided. Beyond the fire ring is an outhouse. There is no indoor bathroom. In summer, you can drive to the cabin and there is parking for several vehicles. In winter, parking is 1/2 mile from the cabin and access requires snowshoes or skis on a snowmobile trail We seldom see our guests, but we live close by and can be contacted if necessary. Bring a sense of adventure because this is a remote cabin at the edge of a large wilderness area with ample opportunity for hiking, biking, backcountry skiing, snowshoeing etc. Silver Lake, an undeveloped three mile wide reservoir is a 10 minute drive from the cabin, suitable for canoeing, kayaking and beach time. An hour from Marquette, 45 minutes from Ishpeming. 4WD is a must in the winter months. Put a shovel in your car just in case. Maps and directions will be emailed to you before your stay. It is best to try and be at the cabin before dark for ease of navigation. We do not leave lights on for late arrivals because this drains the solar power. Thanks!