PARADISE ACRES

SLEEPS: 7
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 2.5

* 18 ACRES OF WOODS TO EXPLORE
* 2.2 MILES TO PUBLIC BOAT LAUNCH ON CARP LAKE
* 10 MINUTES TO MACKINAW
* Surveillance camera on garage facing driveway to monitor snow removal

Located in the heart of Northern Michigan, minutes from Lakes Michigan and Huron and across from Paradise Lake, this secluded log-sided home on 18.48 acres is perfect for outdoors enthusiasts. With state land on two sides, enjoy watching wildlife in a private, wooded setting. The 3-bedroom home features a cathedral ceiling in the living room for an open feel and a sunroom overlooking flower gardens in the large yard. Ideal for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, this property offers the best of Northern Michigan.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: No Central Air, there is a portable A/C unit for upstairs and ceiling fans in every bedroom, living room, and upstairs common area

ATV's: Not on property

Animals: Bald Eagles (rumored), squirrels, deer, variety of birds, chipmunks.

Bathrooms: 
Main Floor: Shower, jetted tub, sink, and toilet
Upstairs: Toilet, sink
Garage: Shower, toilet, sink

Beach/Swimming: Not on property

Bedroom Configurations:
Main Floor: 
 Master- Queen Size Bed
Upstairs:
Primary Bedroom- King Size Bed
Secondary Bedroom- Twin/Full Bunkbed
*additional sleeping futon in upstairs common area  

Boats: None provided but you are welcome to bring a boat

Boat Launch:  Paradise Lake Boat Launch is only 5 minutes away! (2.2 miles)

Bugs: Mosquitos can be prevalent seasonally 

Cable: Not traditional cable. However, there is Spectrum TV Stream with 85+ channels.

Cell Phone Service: Can be spotty, please use WIFI calling when at property 

Coffee Maker: Keurig- k-cups provided

Distances:     
              * Pictured Rocks: 2 hours and 22 minutes (132 miles)
              * Traverse City: 2 hours 11 minutes (95 miles)
              * Lansing: 3 hours 28 minutes (230 miles)               
              * Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1 hours 37 minutes (86 miles) 
              * Mackinac Bridge: 11 minutes away (8.2 miles)
              * Sturgeon Bay Beach - N. Lakeshore Drive - 12 Miles (18 Minutes)
              * Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 8.2 Miles (13 Minutes)
              * Wilderness State Park - 12 Miles (20 Minutes)
    

Dock: Not on property

Drinking Water: Well water.  The refrigerator has a filter for water and ice.

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. 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: Electric Fireplace

Fire-pit: Yes

Fishing: Some common fish you will see in the nearby lake are pike, blue-gill, large mouth bass, walleye and perch. 

Fishing License:  A license is required to fish in Michigan.

Golf: 
The Mackinaw Club Golf Course 4 min(2.2 miles)
Cheboygan Golf and Country Club 23 min(18.8 miles)

Grill: Propane grill

Grocery Store: 
Mackinaw Family Market 7.3(11 min)
Family Fare 29 mi(22 miles)
Carp Lake General Store (2.2 miles)

Heat: Yes, boiler system

Hunting: Not on property

Internet/WIFI: Yes, Spectrum (340 MBPS)

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: 3 to 4 cars w/trailers

Pets:  1 dog allowed.  Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them 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. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: Neighbors not in view

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.
- Paradise Trail Snowmobile Trail
Distance: 0-5 miles
Direct access to the Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trail System.
- Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Cheboygan County Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 15-20 miles
- North Central Michigan Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 20-30 miles

Space: 2 story home

Seniors: Welcome, 2 to 3 steps in and 1 bedroom on main floor

Televisions: 
Living Room - 65" Smart TV
Upstairs common area- 48" Smart TV

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes

Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling
Distance: 0-10 miles
- The Paradise Trail and Mackinaw City Snowmobile Trails offer great snowmobiling routes through forests and lakesides.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Distance: 10-15 miles
- Petoskey State Park (about 15 miles away) offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails with scenic views.
* Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-15 miles
- Lake Michigan and Crooked Lake provide ice fishing opportunities during winter.
* Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Distance: 25-30 miles
- Boyne Highlands Resort (about 25 miles away) offers skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports.
* Winter Hiking
Distance: 5-15 miles
- Enjoy winter hiking at Headlands International Dark Sky Park or Petoskey State Park.

Wood: Not provided

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