Park Avenue Lodge: Wildflowers & Waterfalls – Experience Spring in the U.P.!

PARK AVENUE LODGE

SLEEPS: 17-21 MAX

BEDROOMS: 6

BATHROOMS: 3

*LOCATED ON SNOWMOBILE/ATV TRAILS

*15 MINUTES TO PICTURED ROCKS

While Park Ave. in the game of Monopoly screams hoity-toity, we present to you the comfortable, laid-back version of Au Train's Park Avenue. This home is centrally located in a small community, just outside of Munising (Pictured Rocks) with a store & gas station all within an easy stroll from the house. The Au Train Beach dunes are just across M-28, also an easy walk or quick ride.

The ease of getting to the ATV and snowmobile trails with quick access to Trail 417 is ideal. This Au Train area averages 152 inches of snow per year! Bring your active friends and family, yet please be respectful of excessive noise since there are neighbors in close proximity. There is parking for up to 8 cars, with room for 4 trailers.

The Lodge provides a phenomenal space for ease of sleeping, cooking and entertainment. It is well-equipped with your basic meal prep needs. There are plenty of sleeping options within the 6 bedrooms.

On top of it all, the game room can easily keep you entertained with foosball, indoor basketball and even a poker table. Let the fun begin!

Wrap up your day with a relaxing campfire as you share your stories after a day of swimming, riding and/or sledding. Being bored isn't an option here at Park Avenue Lodge!

Let the fun times roll! Connecting with family and friends can feel effervescent. While you may not collect $200 each time you pass Go, the adventure and games here at Park Avenue Lodge surely will surpass your traditional Monopoly experience.



FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Two window AC units are provided.

ATV's: Bring your ATVs! This property is only 1 1/2 blocks from entry point to Trail 417 which you can access by driving ATV down road. Guests also have access to 2 stalls in the garage for ATV storage.
*Please note: Trail 417 is accessible with ATV's by driving ATV down road, snowmobile ONLY access is allowed directly from property. Direct access from property to the trail is NOT authorized by the DNR during non-winter months.
During summer months, the access points to the trail are a block east or west of property. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ACCESS TRAILS DIRECTLY FROM PROPERTY DURING NON-WINTER MONTHS OR DRIVE IN THE YARD OF PROPERTY

Animals: White-tailed deer, beaver, squirrels, eagles, hawks, and the occasional bear are common near the Pictured Rocks area.

Bathrooms: There are three bathrooms at the property…

Bathroom #1: Full bath with shower (Upstairs)

Bathroom #2: Full bath with shower (Downstairs)

Bathroom #3: Half bath (Downstairs)

Beach/Swimming: Au Train Beach is just a 5 minute walk from the property! (.3 miles)

Bedroom Configurations: This property has 6 bedrooms…

Lower Level

Bedroom #1: One Double Bed

Bedroom #2: One Queen Bed

Bedroom #3: One Double Bed

Bedroom #4: One Double Bed

Upper Level

Bedroom #5: One Double and Twin over Full Bunk Bed (One set)

Bedroom #6: 5 Twins beds and Twin Bunk Bed (One set)

Boats:

Da Yak Shak: 1 minute (.3 miles)

Northwoods Resort Boat Rentals: 4 minutes (1.7 miles)

Boat Launch: The Lake Superior Au Train Bay Boat Launch is 5 minutes away! (2.8 miles)

Bugs: Mosquitoes and black flies are common in the area.

Cable: Dishnet satellite is available on both TVs!

Cell Phone Service: All cell service types are prone to being spotty in the UP.

Coffee Maker: There are two drip coffee makers for guest use.

Distances (In Order of Distance):

*Madison: 5 hours & 9 minutes (300 miles)

*Chicago: 6 hours & 13 minutes (373 miles)

*Detroit: 6 hours & 15 minutes (424 miles)

Dock: There is not a dock available at this property

Drinking Water: Well Water

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, and prohibited by township ordinance.

Fireplace: A natural gas fireplace is located in the living room.

Fire-pit: Bring your firewood! A firepit is located on east side of the property.

Fishing: Smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, and bluegill are common in the area. Be sure to bring your fishing poles!

Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan. Click here to purchase your license online

Game Room: The game room comes equipped with foosball and indoor basketball! There is also a game cabinet and a poker table for guest use.

Golf (In Order of Distance):

Pictured Rocks Golf Club: 21 minutes (15.5 miles)

NMU Golf Course: 23 minutes (23.6 miles)

Grill: Yes! There are both propane grills and charcoal grills for guest use. (If planning to use charcoal grills please bring charcoal)

Grocery Store: Au Train Grocery & Motel (great for extra guests) is One minute away! (.2 miles)

Handicap Friendly: Sorry, this property is NOT wheelchair accessible.

Heat: There is heat at this property.

Hunting: Please follow all local/state guidelines and regulations for hunting in the area. Hunting is prohibited on the property

Internet: There is WiFi at this property.

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

Parking: Two vehicles can fit inside the garage, while an additional 2 cars can park outside the garage. An extra 8 cars or 4 cars with trailers can fit in the east parking lot.

Pets: Up to two dogs may accompany you. 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: There are neighbors 100 ft to either side

Snowmobiles: Snowmobilers, this is the location for you! This home is located off of Trail 417 and offers private access to trail in the winter and has ATV/Snowmobile storage during your stay. Please note: 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: 3200 sqft Lodge

Seniors: This property has 5 steps leading to the front door.

Televisions: The living room, game room, and small bunkroom are outfitted with TVs. The living room and game room both have cable access, while the bunkroom has a DVD player.

Things to do (In Order of Distance)

Scott Falls: 2 minutes (1.6 miles)

Pictured Rocks: 15 minutes (13 miles)

Miners Falls Mini Golf: 19 minutes (14.5 miles)

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

Washer and Dryer: The washer & dryer are available for guest use.

Winter Activities:
*Snowmobiling
Distance: 0-10 miles
- The Au Train Snowmobile Trail System offers a network of well-maintained trails for snowmobiling through the scenic Upper Peninsula forests.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Distance: 5-10 miles
-Hiawatha National Forest (about 5 miles away) has trails for both cross-country skiing and snowshoeing with beautiful winter landscapes.
* Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-10 miles
-Lake Superior and Au Train Lake provide opportunities for ice fishing in the winter months.
*Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Distance: 40-45 miles
- Marquette Mountain Ski Resort (about 45 miles away) offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing.
*Winter Hiking
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Winter hiking can be enjoyed at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (about 10 miles away) for stunning views and winter tranquility.

Wood: Please bring firewood for your stay! Firewood can be purchased nearby.