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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61080 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Hessel, MI
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft Area(open front)

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Pine River Cottage - Fresh Air & Fresh Starts – Welcome Spring at the River!

PINE RIVER COTTAGE

SLEEPS:6
BEDROOMS: 2 PLUS LOFT
BATHROOMS: 1

Riverfront on Pine River(No wake zone)
Swimming on property

Welcome to our cozy 3-bedroom vacation rental, where a vaulted ceiling and charming fieldstone fireplace create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The updated bathroom and kitchen, featuring stainless steel appliances, offer modern comfort in a serene setting.
With over 200 feet of picturesque Pine River frontage and a dock perfect for fishing, this property is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy direct access to hundreds of acres of state forest land, ideal for snowmobiling and ATV adventures right from the doorstep.
Set on nearly 3.5 acres, this rental provides the perfect blend of tranquility and privacy. You can boat directly from the property to Lake Huron for exceptional fishing and boating or enjoy a peaceful kayak trip on the river.
Relax and take in the stunning views of the river and surrounding natural beauty from this unique and inviting home. Book your stay today and immerse yourself in the beauty and adventure of Pine River living!


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


Air Conditioning: No central air

ATV's: Access point 3/4 of a mile but you can drive from the property

Animals: Turkeys, deer, raccoons, fox, coyote, geese

Bathrooms:
Tub/shower, sink, toilet
****This property has a smaller hot water tank (36 gallons), providing approximately one shower per hour.

Beach/Swimming: You can swim at property or use the beaches along M-134

Bedroom Configurations:
Main floor-
Primary bedroom- Queen size bed
Second Bedroom- Full size bed
Loft- Queen size bed

Boats: A two-person kayak is available. Life jackets are provided.

Boat Launch: State Launch is 200 yds away

Bugs: Can be seasonably intense in late Spring early Summer

Cable: No, but Tv is a smart TV

Cell Phone Service: Can be spotty, best to use WIFI calling when at the home

Coffee Maker: Keurig and 12 cup drip (k-cups, coffee, and sugar provided)

Distances:
* Pictured Rocks: 2 hours and 11 minutes ( 124 miles)
* Marquette: 2 hours and 41 minutes ( 162 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 1 hour and 22 minutes ( 73 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 17 minutes (15 miles)
* Les Cheneaux Distillers 18 minutes(15 Miles)

Dock: Platform style, not suitable for motorized boats

Drinking Water: Well Water. (Reverse osmosis on kitchen sink)

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: Yes

Fire-pit: Yes, firewood provided

Fishing: Yes! Walleye, Perch, Pike, Bass

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

Fishing Poles: Not provided

Golf:
St. Ignace Country Club- 19 mins(17.7 miles)
Bear on the Mountain- 16 mins( 14 miles)

Grill: Yes, propane

Grocery Store:
Family Fare- 18 minutes(17 miles)
Cedarville Foods- 18 minutes(15.8 miles)

Heat: Yes, Propane forced air

Hunting: Not on property

Internet/WIFI: Yes, starlink!

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: Circular drive- enough parking for 3 vehicles with trailers

Pets: No pets allowed

Privacy: Neighbors within 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.
- Les Cheneaux Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 0-5 miles
- Hiawatha National Forest Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 10-15 miles
- Eastern Upper Peninsula Snowmobile Trails
Distance: 15-20 miles

Seniors: Are welcome! Sleeping accommodations on first floor

Televisions: Living room has a 58" Smart TV

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay.

Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided

Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling
Distance: 0-15 miles
-The Les Cheneaux Snowmobile Trails and Hiawatha National Forest Snowmobile Trails offer extensive snowmobiling opportunities right from Hessel and can be accessed from property
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Distance: 5-15 miles
- The Hiawatha National Forest provides several cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails through beautiful forested areas.
* Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Lake Huron and the nearby Les Cheneaux Islands offer opportunities for ice fishing during the winter months.
* Winter Hiking
Distance: 5-10 miles
- Enjoy winter hiking in the Hiawatha National Forest or along the shoreline of the Les Cheneaux Islands.
* Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Distance: 50-60 miles
- Searchmont Resort (about 55 miles) across the border in Canada offers downhill skiing and snowboarding options.

Wood: Yes, provided for your stay

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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

About the area

Hessel

Located in Hessel, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Fort de Baude Museum and Huron Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Straits State Park. Castle Golf & Games and Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Hessel, MI

What's nearby

  • Castle Rock - 14 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 16 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 18 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 21 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 27 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ang-Gio's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pine River Cottage - Fresh Air & Fresh Starts – Welcome Spring at the River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pine River Cottage - Fresh Air & Fresh Starts – Welcome Spring at the River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pine River Cottage - Fresh Air & Fresh Starts – Welcome Spring at the River!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pine River Cottage - Fresh Air & Fresh Starts – Welcome Spring at the River! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Huron and within 16 miles (25 km) of Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace and Brevort Township Community Recreation Area. Castle Rock and Castle Golf & Games are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

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

thanks for a lovely stay.

clean, warm, well appointed for our needs. might repeat next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie H.

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

Weekend getaway

Clean and quaint cottage with amenities. We appreciated the well plowed driveway and turnaround access as we had a truck & trailer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

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

Tranquil getaway

It was very peaceful & quiet there - we come up here snowmobiling around Drummond Island, so this is isn’t too far from there - loved the northern atmosphere within the cabin decor! Will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Fall weekend getaway

We had a great weekend and the cottage worked perfectly for our short stay. It was clean and well stocked and is updated. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

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

Cozy cottage feel

Very clean, everything you ever want out of a cozy cottage stay! Teenager loved the loft, 8 year old loves the nook under the stairs! We couldn’t have asked for a better place….
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Perfect soot

Conveniently located off the highway. Very clean space and I like that they had the canoe there as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

UP Vacation

The house was very cute, comfortable and welcoming. Great location for all that we did. Communication with property owners was very responsive. Check in process Super easy. Would highly recommend this place! i
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals

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Freshwater Vacation Rentals
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business 13 years ago, with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests