Michicove
SLEEPS: 4
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 1.5
*LAKEFRONT (Lake Michigan)
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
*CAMERAS: 4
*NOT PET FRIENDLY - ADA SERVICE ANIMALS ARE THE ONLY EXCEPTION
Michicove offers a private getaway on Lake Michigan. With its own shoreline and 50ft of forest on either side of the property, our guests can rest easy knowing their retreat will be a peaceful one. This property features a Beach Hut, the perfect spot to relax or work remotely! Michicove also has no steps anywhere - including the entry, deck, and a zero-entry shower! Whether it's the whole family or a couple's getaway, this little piece of Lake Michigan is the perfect spot for some rest and relaxation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: No AC - The wind off the lake keeps the house cool, and there are ceiling fans in every room. The concrete in-floor heat also will cool the house if turned down.
ATVs: Not allowed for use on property.
Animals: Deer, Chipmunks, Squirrel
Bathrooms:
Full Bath: Zero Entry shower (4ft x 6ft)
Half Bath: Sink & Toilet
Beach/Swimming: There is 200ft of sandy beach on the property, but the lake is rocky. Water shoes are highly recommended due to the rocks.
*****There IS a nice beach at the Township Park about 1/8 of a mile from the house.
To get there they would take the road back to town and turn left at the bend rather than follow it around to the railroad tracks.
(or, from the RR tracks they would take to road heading straight to the lake (the lake is visible) rather than following the curve to come to the house).
Bedroom Configurations:
Primary Bedroom: King
Secondary: King
Boats: Boats are not provided.
Boat Launch: There is a launch in Manistique at the Marina! Please know since there is no dock, and the water is shallow near the shore, if you bring it a boat it cannot come to shore.
Bugs: Black flies are common for the last two weeks of May. The doors, windows, and beach hut are sprayed with a natural deterrent.
Cable: Streaming only with YouTube TV & Other Services for Guests to log in to during their stay!
Cell Phone Service: No carriers will reach the area due to the sand dunes in the area. WiFi calling & texting is a must!
Coffee Maker: Drip, Water Kettle & Instant Coffee, Keurig, Single Cup Percalator. There is ground coffee, decaf, assorted teas, coffee beans & a grinder. Sugar is provided. Please let us know if you need creamer or an alternate sugar.
Distances:
* Kitch-iti-kipi-Big Springs: 25 mins (17.8 miles)
* Pictured Rocks: 1 hour (52.6 miles)
* Fayette State Park & Historic Town Site: 47 mins (40.2 miles)
* The Kewadin Casino: 4 mins (1.9 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1 hour and 24 minutes (79.5 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 1 hour and 29 mins (88.3 miles)
Dock: There is no dock here
Drinking Water: 200ft well - certified safe to drink! There is filtered water through the fridge as well.
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Vaping and smoking are not allowed in the beach hut or house. Please dispose of butts reponsbly. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: White propane heat stove. Enclosed flame & operated by remote control
Fire-pit: Yes! Firewood is provided. You are welcome to forage the property for more!
Fishing: Indian Lake is nearby, and a great spot for fishing!
Golf: Indian Lake Golf Course: 18 minutes (11.1 miles)
Grill: Propane Grill
Grocery Store: Jack's Fresh Market in Manistqiue (10 minutes/6.3 miles)
Handicap Friendly: Semi-Handicap Accessible. There are no steps anywhere in the house, including the entry. The door widths are 3ft, and there is a zero-entry shower. However, there are no other features to make the house ADA compliant.
Heat: This property features In-floor heating!
Hunting: Hunting is not allowed on the property. Please follow all local and state guidelines if hunting in the area.
Internet: High Speed Fiber Optic (1GPS)
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets, linens, and blankets. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let me know, and I'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases and bath towels.
Parking: There is room for 2 to 3 cars
Pets: This property is not pet friendly - ADA SERVICE DOGS WILL BE ALLOWED, NO OTHER EXCEPTIONS
Privacy: Neighbors are 50ft away on each side, with forest in between.
Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
Space: 1029 sqft, single-story home
Seniors: Seniors Welcome! This property has zero steps anywhere - including the deck, entry, and shower! It is a 200ft walk to the beach on a small slope.
Televisions: TV in Living Room 42”
Towels: Bathroom & Kitchen Towels are provided for your stay. There are four beach towels as well!
Washer and Dryer: Yes! Laundry Detergent & Dryer Sheets are provided.
Wood: Provided
