About this property
A full log home on 100 feet of Big Manistique Lake, a short trip from downtown Curtis. Fall is walleye and perch season — cooler water turns the bite back on, and the on-site live well keeps your catch fresh off your own dock. Color peaks around the lake in mid-October and the vaulted great room's wall of glass frames all of it. Spiral staircase to a lakeview loft, queen-over-queen bunks, second TV den. 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8. Sled and ORV trails run from the property.
The space
A full log home on 100 feet of Big Manistique Lake in Curtis, Michigan, with a private dock, an on-site live well, and your own beach. 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8, with a vaulted great room, a wall of glass facing the water, and a spiral staircase up to a lakeview loft.
Fall is the season this place was built for. The maples and birch around Big Manistique turn late September through mid-October and the great room frames the whole shoreline. Cooler water turns the walleye and perch bite back on, and the live well on the dock keeps the day's catch fresh until dinner. Seney National Wildlife Refuge is 15 minutes away, and October is when the sandhill cranes stage for migration — the best wildlife month of the year on the refuge drive.
Tahquamenon Falls is an easy day trip, root-beer-colored water framed in gold. ORV trails run directly from the property, so a color tour starts in your own driveway. And crisp nights out here were made for the firepit at the water's edge: sweatshirt weather, s'mores, loons still calling, and a sky with zero light pollution.
3 bedrooms, sleeps 8. Built for groups who want the full Upper Peninsula experience in every season.
WHY GUESTS LOVE IT — FALL
🍁 Wall-to-wall color late September through mid-October — the maples and birch around Big Manistique turn, and the great room's wall of glass frames all of it
🎣 Fall walleye and perch season — cooler water turns the bite back on, and the on-site live well keeps your catch fresh right off your private dock
🦅 Seney National Wildlife Refuge, 15 minutes away — sandhill cranes staging for migration make October the best wildlife month of the year
🏞️ Tahquamenon Falls is an easy day trip — root-beer-colored water framed in gold is the UP's signature fall photograph
🦌 ORV trails run directly from the property — a color tour from your own driveway, no trailering required
🔥 Crisp nights at the shoreline firepit — sweatshirt weather, s'mores, and a sky full of stars with zero light pollution
LOOKING AHEAD — WINTER
Groomed snowmobile trails run right from the property, with sled and trailer parking on site
Michigan state snowmobile trails open December 1, and Curtis is one of the eastern UP's best-connected sled towns
Walk-in stone-tile shower with plenty of hot water, a second TV den, and a vaulted great room to thaw out in
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS — SLEEPS 8
• Bedroom 1 (main floor): King bed with a premium Helix mattress and big forest-view windows
• Bedroom 2 (bunk room): Queen-over-queen bunks sleep four — adults fit comfortably, with a skylight overhead for stargazing
• Bedroom 3 (loft bedroom): Queen bed tucked under the eaves — the coziest room in the cabin, up the spiral stairs
INSIDE THE CABIN
• Full log construction — vaulted great room with a wall of glass framing the lake
• Spiral staircase to a lakeview loft lounge with skylights — reading, games, or an afternoon nap
• Fully stocked kitchen with stone counters, stainless appliances, and an island
• 65" TV with surround soundbar, plus a second TV den — the kids get their movie, you keep the quiet
• Fast fiber WiFi throughout
• Walk-in stone-tile shower with plenty of hot water for post-lake, post-trail cleanup
• Washer and dryer on site
• Hand-picked northern Michigan character in every corner, including a vintage Michigan tackle wall — no generic rental decor here
OUTSIDE
• 100 feet of private frontage on Big Manistique Lake
• Private dock with on-site live well
• Water pad for the swimmers
• Private beach
• Firepit at the water's edge with Adirondack seating
• Wraparound deck with grill and outdoor dining
• Direct access to groomed snowmobile and ORV trails, with sled and trailer parking on site
• Keyless self check-in — access code sent before arrival
Save this listing — color weeks and sled season on Big Manistique fill fast. We'd love to be your UP basecamp.
Guest access
Feel at home with full access to our property! Enjoy cozy bedrooms, laundry, a fully equipped kitchen, a beautiful living room, a fire pit, outdoor seating, games, and proximity to local attractions. Your reservation comes with a unique access code via RemoteLock for added convenience and will be sent 72hrs before your check-in date.
Other things to note
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable stay for all guests, please review the following property policies before booking.
Property Policies
• No smoking or vaping inside the home or on the property
• No pets allowed unless specifically approved in advance
• No parties, events, or large gatherings
• Primary guest must be 28 years or older to book
• Some homes may require stairs; outdoor wildlife may occasionally be present
• A security deposit or damage waiver is required prior to check-in
• A signed rental agreement and photo ID are required within 48 hours of booking
Our home complies with local short-term rental regulations. Guests must follow occupancy limits, parking guidelines, quiet hours, and community ordinances during their stay.
Safety & Security
Your safety and comfort are important to us.
• Exterior security cameras may be installed around the perimeter of the property for safety and property protection. These cameras face outward and do not monitor interior spaces.
• Tampering with or disabling smoke detectors, Wi-Fi equipment, or security devices is prohibited and may result in cancellation of the reservation.
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