Tricia was great to work with, and our overall stay was fantastic. The property was minutes from Munising and the AuTrain River so it provided access to everything we wanted to do. Tricia communicated with us about garbage collection (Tuesdays), new furniture delivery (the new couch is nice!!), the condition of the road leading to the property (poor due to a huge storm the week prior), and the steep steps from the garage to the main living quarters. They are definitely old-build steps, narrow and steep - typical of old built homes in the mid-west. Tricia addressed every question I asked and although she is in Colorado, she had people out to help us with the one issue we needed. Our family had a wonderful stay, and we'd go back again if staying in Pictured Rocks another time! If you are up for a rural, comfortable home to stay in that is perfectly situated for experiencing the Pictured Rocks area, this is what you're looking for!
The house was nice, well stocked and clean.
The owner was very kind and helpful. The hot hub in the pictures isnât working and the hot water is minimal. We had 4 adults and there wasnât enough water for two showers back to back. Itâs a 3 story home, so not for anyone who canât go stairs. The trash was overflowing in the garage and filled the house with flies.
Also, there was no heat in the home because the propane was empty and we had lows in the low 40âs.
The property is in a good location with plenty of space for a large group and is close to many state and national parks and recreation areas. It wasn't quite as advertised though.
The drive to the house was in very rough shape and hard to navigate. The hot tub on the balcony was nearly empty and had tree debris in it. Both balconies had rotten boards that made them unsafe to use. The propane tank was empty, so the main source of heat for the building, the fireplace, didn't work. The baseboard heater in one of the main floor bedrooms didn't work. Flies were coming the house from some unknown source in such numbers we were using the vacuum cleaner to suck them up.
When contacted about the heat and hot tub issues, the owner offered a full refund so we could find a hotel in one of the nearby towns. Since the point of the trip was to spend time together, not in separate hotel rooms, the offer was declined. A small refund was offered instead.
The property needs a bit of care before I would rent it again.
3 couples came up for a relaxing and fun get away and to get our side by sides out on the trails. The house was equipped with everything you would enjoy at home. Plenty of space for 6 adults to enjoy an extended weekend! Would stay again! Host is extremely accommodating and quick to respond.
Good communication with host, but house appears shabby and uncared for. No working coffee maker, no working hot tub or fireplace, deck has rotting wood and is a safety issue, broken/missing blinds in the master suite, a mouse problem main floor.
Finding and booking this stay was the perfect little blessing to start a wonderful long weekend away with friends to disconnect. Tricia was always quick to respond and accommodating to things throughout our stay and it made the weekend flow so easy and peaceful. The garage was a wonderful peace of mind to keep our car safe and the high decks were the perfect spot to stay safe while enjoying nature especially at night with star gazing. The upper level deck was the perfect spot to put a chair or lay a blanket down on a clear night! The rental was stocked really well and made family meals super easy and manageable after days out exploring. Lastly the convenience to how close all of our destinations were for hiking and rock collecting was a pleasant surprise! Highly recommend booking and I will definitely kept this stay on my saved list for the future! Thank you Tricia for a beautifully safe stay!
Nice house, but no A/C, Wi-Fi, or television! This was not good in August & poor cell service in the area. The gravel road was totally washed out & made getting to the house difficult. A regular car would've have made it up the hill.
We had a great time and the coordination was wonderful. We had great weather and were able to enjoy the fire pit out back. The upstairs was room was a little warm. A screen door on the slider would be a welcomed addition.
We also appreciated the games and puzzles at night. Was a great stay!
Overall, it was a nice place to stay. Very quiet, but the driveway needs some attention. Also having WiFi available would be a nice amenity.
Property was clean and decently maintained (needs exterior painting on the deck).
It is fairly convenient to Munising (as it says, about 5 minutes.
Property manager was easy to communicate with and helpful getting us to the property.
This stay was very relaxing. Had the opportunty to unplug, as there was noTV or wifi; just nature and the local attractions to take our time. The home was very clean and well equipted, the weather was perfect, and the stars were amazing. A wonderful four days to explore the national lakeshore and all it contains.
What a perfect property for our stay in Pictured Rocks!! Tricia has the home set up perfectly for your stay, itâs like a home away from home!! Tons of space for your entire family!! And the location is perfect, secluded but yet still very close to all the activities in Munising!!
This home was immaculate in every way. The kitchen was well-stocked with the necessities for cooking. The bathrooms were sparkly clean.The beds were clean and comfy. And, Trish was incredibly helpful and polite. It was a great stay!
Quiet spot for 3 days of visiting Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
This was a lovely 3 level home with a beautiful deck. The hot tub was not functional while we were there, but that was okay with us. The kitchen was well furnished with dishes. As I recall, the ice maker did not function. Comfortable beds. Our host talked us through exactly how to arrive at this out of the way spot.
property was secluded, and quiet. Yet, located within convenient distance for day trips to explore the UP. Property was clean, and well stocked with items that are generally not provided by other vrbo properties. Overall, staying at this property made our vacation even better.
I'm from the U.P. but currently live in Colorado. My father passed away on August 4th of 2016. This was his home. When my husband and I retire, we will live here but for now while we are still working, we will be sharing the beauty of my dad's home with all of you!!
It feels as though you are tucked away in the forest, yet you are so close to everything you need! Au Train is just 2 miles away! Munising is just 4 miles away!