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The Woodford - A quiet cabin on a beautiful secluded lake near Pictured Rocks!

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The Woodford
Cabin and Fire Pit Area
Side of the Cabin
Living Area
Twin Bed in the Loft

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MI
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Sable Falls
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • 12-Mile Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

3 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Gear Room Bath

Toilet

Main Floor Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Woodford - A quiet cabin on a beautiful secluded lake near Pictured Rocks!

Welcome to our getaway cabin! The Woodford is a quiet log home located on a picturesque 45 acre lake just south of Grand Marais, MI. Enjoy everything the Upper Peninsula has to offer! Quiet nights, big skies, beautiful forest, lakes, wildlife, and endless attractions and beauty.

Our log home is built with a simple, yet detailed and elegant architectural design that puts you right into your comfort zone. 2 bedrooms with queen beds are located on the end of the home. A spacious loft provides an additional 3 full size beds, as well as 1 twin size beds. A fully equipped kitchen sits beside a dining area with a large kitchen table, and a spacious living space equipped with a large couch, and the gas log fireplace.

Beside the cabin, attached to the garage is a gear room that offers a place to store riding gear, fishing poles, hunting gear, etc. Attached to the Gear Room is an extra half bathroom as well.

Located 10 miles South of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, the exploring possibilities are endless. Beaches, sand dunes, cliffs, waterfalls, lighthouses, and wilderness hiking trails are just the start of your adventure. Explore to the fullest extent the endless attractions that are closely located to Grand Marais. Short day trips will take you to even more amazing Upper Peninsula destinations!

Want to relax and take it easy? Enjoy the log home and its beautiful architectural design. Relax in the quiet setting by the lake, build a campfire, read a book inside or on the front porch facing the lake, and listen to the wildlife as you soak in the beauty of the Upper Peninsula. For the occasional rain delay, the cabin is equipped with a ROKU TV, and very good WIFI service for all the at home amenities you are used to.

Property manager

JoAnn & Mitch

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seney

Located in Seney, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Lake Superior, while Pickle Barrel House Museum and Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Marais, MI

What's nearby

  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 17 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Pickle Barrel House Museum - 22 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Sable Falls - 25 min drive - 21.4 km
  • 12-Mile Beach - 34 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Log Slide Scenic Overlook - 35 min drive - 17.2 km

Frequently asked questions

Is The Woodford - A quiet cabin on a beautiful secluded lake near Pictured Rocks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Woodford - A quiet cabin on a beautiful secluded lake near Pictured Rocks! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Woodford - A quiet cabin on a beautiful secluded lake near Pictured Rocks! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Woodford - A quiet cabin on a beautiful secluded lake near Pictured Rocks! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Log Slide Scenic Overlook and Wolf Lake. Kinsey Lake and Pickle Barrel House Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snowmobile trip

Great place to stay have stayed here before and will again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Snowmobiling Location

I can now check off a bucket list item as we had a great cabin to snowmobile out of. The cabin was great and located right off the main trail system. We will be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyha F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeymoon

We spent our honeymoon here and it was more then we expected. We plan to bring the family back next year for vacation. Very worth the money and drive. Excellent place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Woodford stay

Our stay was amazing and just what we needed. There was room for everyone, the house was clean and cozy! The front porch was my favorite. The kids liked the lake! Far enough away from town but still easy to get to. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

We loved this cabin and it’s surrounding!! Everything g was very clean and plenty of space! I would recommend people take a couple screenshots of the directions and map before heading there because it’s a dead data zone for a bit but we found it and enjoy everything about our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We had a wonderful trip. Secluded home in a beautiful area but a short drive to all the area has to offer. The whole family loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

anja k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birds a Singing

Beautiful property in front of a serene lake. Enjoyed listening to the birds in the porch and in front of the fire! Great space for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Peace and quiet!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing wilderness getaway!

Everything from booking to checkout was wonderful! The hosts were very communicative and helpful. The property was easy to find, in a beautiful secluded location. The place was clean and couch and beds were super comfortable. The views from the property were gorgeous and had tons of wildlife around to watch. Many hiking trails, waterfalls, and small towns to visit in a short drive. Will be coming back and recommend to anyone thinking of staying!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S., Lapeer, MI

Perfect location

Amazingly clean, great little spot in the middle of many locations
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect quiet cabin in the woods

Are you looking for a cute secluded cabin in the woods? If so, this is the perfect place! The cabin’s size is spacious and easily accommodated our family of 5. My children were thrilled to have such great WiFi! It was very clean and well stocked with all the things you would need for a great trip- full kitchen with dishes, pots and pans, plenty of towels and linens, and even a hair dryer! We had so much room to stretch out and enjoy the nature around us after traveling for several days. We really enjoyed the fire pit, full washer and dryer, and the amazing view of the trees changing color over the lake. We even were able to see the Northern Lights one night!!! It is in a great location and close to Munising. We will most definitely be booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our trip to the U.P.

The Woodford provided a great home during our first trip to the upper peninsula. We had a great experience and would definitely recommend the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great place. Snowmobile trailers where great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean, comfortable and private lake cabin

We loved staying at this cabin. It was very clean, comfortable, private and in a beautiful location on a small lake. There was plenty of room for our party of 3. We had hoped to use the kayaks but ran out of time. If we return to the area we will definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris M., Hanover

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cabin

We had a great trip,the cabin was perfectly setup and is in a perfect area to see all of the upper peninsula main attractions. Thanks Mitch
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location, Comfy, Clean!

Our family stayed for 4 days and were disappointed to leave. The teens loved kayaking and fishing on the lake. The location was convenient and quiet so you could relax after a fun filled day! Will try and get back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

Great getaway!

The cabin was clean and comfortable. The owners made us feel welcome and responded to all emails and texts. The area is very secluded and is great for getting away from city life while being centrally located to all the beautiful things the UP has to offer. We visited Oswalds Bear Ranch, did a Pictured Rocks tour and saw the Tahquamenon Falls. We would highly recommend staying here if you are planning a trip to the UP!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Don B., Milton, Wisconsin

Awesome place! We Loved it

3 couples went snowmobiling for a long weekend, had a blast! Trails are with in 1/4 mile. House is awesome! Very compfy! The only thing to watch is socks on staircase it gets slippery. Otherwise 5 out of 5 stars! Will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welcomed Respite

Nestled in the serene setting of the Woodford Cabin, you'll find a cozy retreat with all the simple amenities you need for a relaxing stay. As soon as we arrived, we were impressed by how clean and well-maintained the cabin was - the photos truly don't capture its charm. Perfectly accommodating three adults and two children, the cabin offered excellent internet connectivity. There was a well-equipped kitchen with all the essential cookware for preparing meals. The convenience of having a full-sized washer and dryer on site made it easy to take care of laundry during our stay. Plenty of fans to circulate the air. The comfortable beds were thoughtfully stocked with plenty of pillows, and we appreciated the extra blankets tucked away under the bed for chilly nights. The fire pit was set up for safety and containment, ensuring a cozy evening by the fire. It's clear that the hosts of the Woodford Cabin put love and care into every detail, striving to anticipate and meet the needs of their guests. Overall, our stay was a delightful experience thanks to their thoughtful hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl H., Kelseyville, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Chic

Well off "beaten path", which gives it peace and quiet. Even so, Tahquamenon Falls, Grand Marais, Seney Wildlife Reserve, and Toonerville Trolley are all withing an hour's drive. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. We felt though that Kleenex and shower soap would have been welcome. I would note that, with only one bathroom, the cabin was just right for us, but filling out the sleeping capacity of up to 9 people could be problematic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly P., Shelby Township, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

We visited August 1st - August 5th. This cabin was great for our family of 8 adults. It was clean and had everything we needed. The weather was perfect and the bugs were not too bad. We enjoyed looking at the lake and having coffee on the large front porch. The hummingbirds were fun to watch. They were really enjoying the nectar!! For dinner it was just a short ride to Grand Marais. The Lake Superior Brewing Company had great food. We also visited the Au Sable lighthouse (a mile and a half hike to get there but it was great looking out at the top of that lighthouse!). It was a little longer ride to Munising but well worth it. We did the Pictured Rocks boat tour and spent a few hours at beautiful Sand Point Beach. One afternoon we visited Oswald’s Bear Ranch. But my favorite was Garlyn Zoo (we did that on our way to the cabin the first day). We would definitely love to come back. Thank you for letting us stay at your wonderful cabin !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve G., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time in a secluded cabin

Overall: We really enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend this cabin. I will try to describe some of the things that you can't know by just looking at the photos and reading the descriptions. Cabin: It was very clean and well maintained. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you need. There is a large selection of family board games available. The electric outlets were wisely utilized with night lights, USB charging ports and safety devices. Emergency and other helpful information was clearly posted on the refrigerator. The washer and dryer were very modern and nice to have. There were extra blankets under every bed. Outdoors: If you want to get away from it all, this is the place. No matter where you walk on the property you cannot see another person or building. You can easily spend a few hours hiking on the paths on the property and still not see anyone. The lake is very calm and the kayaks fun to use. There is a shed where the boats are stored that also contains firewood that can be purchased. This was very convenient. Area: The cabin is only about 10 minutes away from the town of Grand Marais and the entrance to Pictured Rocks. If you want to see the Northern Lights, there is a large viewing area by the beach in Grand Marais. The drive to Munising is about 50 minutes. The direct route takes you through quite a bit of gravel roads on Adam’s Trail. You might find it better to take the longer way on routes 77 and 28 which are paved and only 5 minutes longer. Owners: The owners are terrific, very helpful and quick to respond. Mitch took the time to answer our questions and provided advice based on what we were planning to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Dawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice cabin - If you like mosquitoes and heat

This cabin has strengths and areas that we think need improvement. Strengths: Near a small pond, well stocked kitchen, very clean and tidy, Pleanty of room for parking and assorted games inside. Weaknesses: Beds in the two main floor bedrooms are full size. We ended up sleeping in separate rooms because the beds are so small. There is no AC, which I can understand because it typically doesn't get very warm in the summer. It did for us - mid to upper 80's which led to a high temp in the cabin of 79F. Not totally unbearable, but also absolutely not comfortable. There are fans available but only helped a little. Being a cabin owner and renter ourselves, we give guests discounts when the AC is non-functional and things become uncomfortable. I think the owner in this case should have offered some type of discount. The worst part were the mosquitoes. There were literally 150-200 perched on my bedroom window first thing in the morning. They were everywhere. We had to run from the cabin to our vehicle to avoid being attacked by them and had about 30 of them in our vehicle after quickly throwing everying in our vehile on departure day. The owner really needs to take some type of action to mitigate them for guests. A treatment or even several bug zappers on the porch and in the driveway would be helpful. You can't enjoy the porch or firepit because there are so many. There's no point in touting the outside of the house if you can't enjoy it because of the mosquitoes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing…

The cabin and view of the lake were amazing. We loved everything about our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 night vacation to Pictured Rock

The cabin was perfect! Lots of space and great beds. The area is very secluded and the lake is very pretty. It is about 40 minutes from Munising but only 15 minutes from Grand Marais.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by JoAnn & Mitch

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We purchased this property as our perfect UP getaway. All the comforts of home, with the essentials of the Upper Peninsula to bring rest and relaxation. Our family loves the area and the peace it brings us immersed in the woods with a perfect setting, and close proximity to so many attractions! We look forward to sharing the same great experience we have every time we visit the Grand Marais and Pictured Rocks area with you!

Why they chose this property

In our opinion, this cabin is in the bullseye for whatever experience you want, with the best scenery in the Upper Peninsula. It is located just off of the ATV/Snowmobile trail, near Pictured Rocks, and on a picturesque lake looking at the sunset every evening. The cabin is the cleanest, well-built home we have seen in the area, and you will enjoy the ambiance the perfectly built, cozy cabin provides. Simply AMAZING!

What makes this property unique

The location of this cabin allows you to reach endless attractions by car or UTV/Snowmobile. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is less than 10 miles away, as well as Waterfalls, quaint little UP towns, breweries, restaraunts, museums, and many other attractions. A short road trip gets you to Oswald Bear Ranch, Tahquamenon Falls, Paradise, Whitefish Point, Munising, Seney Wildlife Refuge, and many other attractions! Rest or explore, but no doubt you will enjoy yourself here!

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