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Waterfront Retreat: Hot Tub, Kayaks, Bikes & Lake Superior Access

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a marble island, and pendant lighting.
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a lake and trees in the background.
A kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a marble countertop, and a central island with bar stools.
A two-story house with a garage, surrounded by trees and a driveway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Marquette, MI
  • Place, Upper Peninsula Children's Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Marquette Regional History Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Marquette Mountain
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Retreat: Hot Tub, Kayaks, Bikes & Lake Superior Access

Welcome to your private waterfront retreat on the Chocolay River, where you can kayak to Lake Superior, bike to downtown Marquette, relax in the new (2025) hot tub, and experience the best of Michigan's Upper Peninsula from one unforgettable location. Just minutes from downtown Marquette, this peaceful riverfront setting offers easy access to restaurants, breweries, shopping, beaches, hiking, and everything the Upper Peninsula has to offer.

Set on 100 feet of private river frontage, the backyard is designed for making memories. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered porch, spend the afternoon kayaking, prepare dinner on either the Blackstone griddle or propane grill, then gather around the fire pit or relax in the hot tub beneath the stars. Kids will spend hours playing on the custom pirate ship playhouse while adults enjoy the peaceful river views from the expansive 530-square-foot elevated deck.

Outdoor recreation begins right outside your door.
• Kayak the Chocolay River to Lake Superior using the complimentary kayaks.
• Ride the nearby Heritage Trail to downtown Marquette using the complimentary cruiser bikes.
• Watch bald eagles soaring overhead, migratory birds, and frequent visits from local wildlife including rabbits, chipmunks, and Marquette's distinctive black squirrels.
• Explore the protected Chocolay Bayou Nature Preserve directly across the river.
• In winter, access Marquette's extensive snowmobile trail system directly from the driveway.

Inside, the home is warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed to maximize the river views. Large windows fill the living room with natural light while the fireplace creates the perfect place to gather after a day outdoors.

Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast before exploring or cooking a family dinner, the kitchen is stocked with everything you need to cook for your group, including a full assortment of cookware, cooking utensils, serving pieces, basic spices and seasonings, an Instant Pot, a countertop air fryer, and many of the thoughtful extras that make preparing meals easy while you're away from home. Cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, heated floors, and a large island provide plenty of space for everyone to gather.

Upstairs, the primary suite overlooks the river and features a walk-in closet and private bathroom with granite countertops and a tiled tub/shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom provide comfortable accommodations for family and friends. Traveling with little ones? A nursery with a crib is available, and a high chair is provided so you can pack a little lighter. The lower-level bedroom also serves as an ideal second living space or playroom, giving everyone room to spread out.

Whether you're planning a family vacation, a couples' getaway, an outdoor adventure, or simply a peaceful weekend beside the river, this waterfront retreat is the perfect home base for experiencing everything Marquette has to offer.
We thoughtfully maintain the home using primarily non-toxic cleaning products whenever possible to provide a fresh, comfortable environment for our guests.

Additional Amenities:
• New (2025) hot tub overlooking the river
• Complimentary kayaks and cruiser bikes
• Fire pit for evenings under the stars
• Blackstone griddle and propane grill
• Outdoor dining area overlooking the backyard
• Fully stocked kitchen with Instant Pot, air fryer, spices, and cookware
• High-speed Wi-Fi
• Workspace for checking email or working remotely
• Smart TVs
• Washer and dryer
• Nursery with crib and high chair
• Family-friendly home with pirate ship playhouse
• Spacious yard for playing
• Board games and books
• Primarily cleaned with non-toxic cleaning products
• Minutes from downtown Marquette, beaches, hiking, and skiing
• Direct access to snowmobile trails in winter
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Superior. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Lake Superior and 9 minutes from Northern Michigan University
Waterfront Retreat: Hot Tub, Kayaks, Bikes & Lake Superior Access offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,796 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Waterfront Retreat: Hot Tub, Kayaks, Bikes & Lake Superior Access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

albert s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and the home more than expected a really nice place anda beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed was there and more. We loved the place. Convenient location, quiet and my grandkids loved the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time and felt so comfortable in this beautiful and well stocked home. We will definitely return! Thank you Valerie!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. No issues.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive to any questions. The house was great, everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place for an extended stay as we explored the area, including Pictured Rocks.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niki R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Valerie was a great host, she answered any questions very quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed with a group during the Noque ski weekend. We loved it, especially the hot tub! Kitchen was extremely well stocked. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Drive to UNM/downtown Marquette took less than 10 minutes. We are already planning a repeat stay for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great. The owner was very nice to work with!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Plenty of room for family of 6 adults and 4 kiddos! And location was perfect! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice accomodations and Valerie was awesome to work with. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

McKaylee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space, plenty of room for all of us to fit. And when my aunt locked the wrong part of the door, essentially locking us out, they were quick to come and unlock the door for us. Will definitely consider staying here again the next time we’re in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend in Marquette and really enjoyed this property. Plenty of space for all of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Valerie responded quickly to a couple of questions we had. This is probably the best-stocked Vrbo home we’ve stayed at - plenty of towels, washcloths, kitchen tools, pantry spices, etc!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home & property was the perfect place to stay while visiting Marquette. If you’re on the fence about booking don’t hesitate because it’s worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

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

Great house and location!

Second time staying here, one of my favorite spots, great location and house
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was just what we needed for the weekend to attend a wedding. Spacious and clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee dee g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Perfect place for our needs. Beautiful view from the deck/living room!! I only gave a low score for communication to host because we didn't need anything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with all the amenities! Thank you for being such a wonderful host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erik b.

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

Great stay

Was an amazing stay. Valerie was very helpful and everything g was super clean and convenient. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique V.

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

Great Stay

Plenty of room to spread out, great extras provided, bikes, kayaks, beach towels, all things needed for vacation. Convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth M.

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

Beautiful location and property!

We had a wonderful stay at Valerie’s property in Harvey! We enjoyed the brand new hot tub and quick access to the snowmobile trails! 5 stars and we certainly will try to be back soon!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominick P.

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

NMU Family Weekend was Perfect!

The place was great. The view with the beautiful color trees and river was incredible. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

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

Great Stay

Beautiful home with all the extras. Very spacious. Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023