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Best Beach on the Keweenaw - Big Traverse Bay on Lake Superior
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Lake Linden, MI
- Houghton County Historical Museum28 min drive
- Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters32 min drive
- Michigan Technological University48 min drive
- Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)42 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Murphy Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Best Beach on the Keweenaw - Big Traverse Bay on Lake Superior
Located on the east side of the Keweenaw Peninsula, near Houghton and Calumet, this cabin offers panoramic views of Lake Superior and Big Traverse Bay. Often referred to as 'The Waikiki Beach of the Keweenaw Peninsula,' the pure white sand beach is more than 100’ deep and more than three miles long. This cabin's personal beach is over 200' wide with one immediate neighbor.
Year-round 26 x 28 Chalet-style lake house provides 180 degree view of Lake Superior, has central heating, full basement with laundry facilities, full bathroom with shower, and full kitchen. Recent updates include: new sauna, new flooring throughout first floor, tiled bathroom flooring with local Lake Superior pebbles, new twin bunk bed, and kitchen. Available April through early January.
The house's lake side has a 16’ deep x 28' wide deck. Main floor has one bedroom (with bunk bed), bathroom with 5’ shower, and an open concept kitchen, dining, and family room. Family room has a woodburning stove. Interior is lined with Nordic White Spruce tongue and groove paneling imported from Scandinavia--providing a cozy ambiance. Upstairs has two bedrooms; one bedroom has a queen bed and one twin bed, and the large master bedroom has windows overlooking Lake Superior and includes a Queen-size bed. Lie in bed while watching the moon rise over the lake, or--if you're an early riser, watch the sunrise each morning. Basement is well-lit and dry--and has full laundry facilities with washer and dryer; plenty of room to store bikes, skis, etc.
The house is well stocked with amenities to accommodate families (Porta crib, high chair, stroller, toddler life preservers), couples, friends, or someone looking for quiet solitude. There are two kayaks, a SUP (stand up paddle board), and several bikes. The kitchen is fully stocked and is perfect for cooking gourmet meals or something quick and easy.
This property is uniquely situated with a panoramic view of Lake Superior out the front side and a view out the cabin’s backside toward a large wetlands area with lagoon (suitable for canoeing and kayaking) and lots of wildlife: common sitings of bald eagles, sand hill cranes, beaver, geese, ducks, and deer. Great blueberry picking in late summer/early fall on the property, nearby public parks and a pick-your-own blueberry farm just a few miles away. Superb fall colors make autumn a beautiful time to visit.
Woodburning sauna with large changing room, great views of Lake Superior (from within the sauna), and a front patio. Firewood is provided for sauna and for the woodburning stove in the cabin.
Beach is 100+ feet deep and 200 feet wide--providing ample room for almost any kind of beach activity, including volleyball (volleyball net available). Outdoor burn pit on beach, with surrounding benches. Gather around the fire, cook up s'mores, listen to the waves and wildlife. You'll feel that stress fade away.
Please call or email for more photos or for questions about the property or surrounding area.
Keywords: Cottage
Year-round 26 x 28 Chalet-style lake house provides 180 degree view of Lake Superior, has central heating, full basement with laundry facilities, full bathroom with shower, and full kitchen. Recent updates include: new sauna, new flooring throughout first floor, tiled bathroom flooring with local Lake Superior pebbles, new twin bunk bed, and kitchen. Available April through early January.
The house's lake side has a 16’ deep x 28' wide deck. Main floor has one bedroom (with bunk bed), bathroom with 5’ shower, and an open concept kitchen, dining, and family room. Family room has a woodburning stove. Interior is lined with Nordic White Spruce tongue and groove paneling imported from Scandinavia--providing a cozy ambiance. Upstairs has two bedrooms; one bedroom has a queen bed and one twin bed, and the large master bedroom has windows overlooking Lake Superior and includes a Queen-size bed. Lie in bed while watching the moon rise over the lake, or--if you're an early riser, watch the sunrise each morning. Basement is well-lit and dry--and has full laundry facilities with washer and dryer; plenty of room to store bikes, skis, etc.
The house is well stocked with amenities to accommodate families (Porta crib, high chair, stroller, toddler life preservers), couples, friends, or someone looking for quiet solitude. There are two kayaks, a SUP (stand up paddle board), and several bikes. The kitchen is fully stocked and is perfect for cooking gourmet meals or something quick and easy.
This property is uniquely situated with a panoramic view of Lake Superior out the front side and a view out the cabin’s backside toward a large wetlands area with lagoon (suitable for canoeing and kayaking) and lots of wildlife: common sitings of bald eagles, sand hill cranes, beaver, geese, ducks, and deer. Great blueberry picking in late summer/early fall on the property, nearby public parks and a pick-your-own blueberry farm just a few miles away. Superb fall colors make autumn a beautiful time to visit.
Woodburning sauna with large changing room, great views of Lake Superior (from within the sauna), and a front patio. Firewood is provided for sauna and for the woodburning stove in the cabin.
Beach is 100+ feet deep and 200 feet wide--providing ample room for almost any kind of beach activity, including volleyball (volleyball net available). Outdoor burn pit on beach, with surrounding benches. Gather around the fire, cook up s'mores, listen to the waves and wildlife. You'll feel that stress fade away.
Please call or email for more photos or for questions about the property or surrounding area.
Keywords: Cottage
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Todd
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Without specific approval.
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
On the main floor, pet waste goes in the trash.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor smoking is OK. No butts on the ground.
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About the area
Lake Linden
Located in Lake Linden, this cottage is on the beach. Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters and Coppertown USA Mining Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gabriel J Chopp Park and Prospector's Paradise. A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Mine Shaft are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.

Lake Linden, MI
What's nearby
- Houghton County Historical Museum - 28 min drive - 20.5 km
- Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters - 32 min drive - 26.3 km
- Thayer Lake - 34 min drive - 24.7 km
- Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 43 min drive - 37.0 km
- Michigan Technological University - 48 min drive - 41.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pancho's Wild Blueberries - 10 min drive
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Apr 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Valerie O.
Apr 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and beach
Valerie O.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joseph B.
Apr 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joseph B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise B.
Mar 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Spring Break
Denise B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danny K.
Mar 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
Danny K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brendan N.
Feb 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand Traverse Bay
Brendan N.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Tracy H.
Jan 21, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter wonderland
Tracy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lori H.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view of Lake Superior
Lori H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
John R.
Dec 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage and Gorgeous Beach
John R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
christine s.
Oct 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely for a quick stay
christine s.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn D.
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house and property
Lynn D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S.
Oct 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Lisa S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous beach location!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erin C.
Sep 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superior Beach
Erin C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie O.
Sep 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin on the beach
Stephanie O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kari O.
Sep 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Week Getaway
Kari O.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten J.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful retreat on the big traverse bay
Kirsten J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie Q.
Aug 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rest relaxation & sauna
Julie Q.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hollis G.
Jul 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake cabin
Hollis G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian S.
Jun 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit
Brian S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
David H.
Jun 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on a large beach.
David H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rusty A.
Jun 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay
Rusty A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne P.
Jun 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Jeanne P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Becky Q.
Jun 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place!
Becky Q.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eddy G.
Jun 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular in every way
Eddy G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Todd

We moved to the area about ten years ago and both work as educators. We enjoy being outdoors, gardening, exploring the Keweenaw, and raising our young son in a place with four distinctive seasons. Kathleen is originally from Upper Michigan and has enjoyed returning 'home'. Todd is from the Chicago area and has enjoyed life at a slower, quieter pace.
Why they chose this property
We love the beach and lagoon access and the simple but efficient way the cabin is designed. We had been looking for a lakefront property for the past five years and this cabin was everything we had desired. We enjoy using it in the off season with our young son while also making updates and improvements for our guests.
What makes this property unique
What we like most about our cabin are the panoramic views over 'The Big Lake' (as locals call it), with views of the small mountains to the north on the Keweenaw Peninsula, the wide open expanse of Lake Superior to the east, sunrises over the lake, moonrises over Grand Traverse Point to the south. These views can be enjoyed from inside the cabin, inside the sauna, from the deck, or--of course--from on the beach and sitting around the beach firepit.
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