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Rustic + Modern Home w/Fire Pit on Tower Pond!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV
Exterior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6201 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Rustic + Modern Home w/Fire Pit on Tower Pond!

Nestled between Lake Huron and Lake Michigan, this home is an ideal retreat for heading Up North! The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Onawat vacation rental boasts rustic charm with modern touches like a fully equipped kitchen and a charming living room. Spend plenty of time enjoying the great outdoors with the covered front porch and fire pit, or relaxing on the shores of Tower Pond. For more outdoor adventures, head out to explore the nearby Onaway State Park and Burt Lake State Park!

-- THE PROPERTY --

~2,000 Sq Ft | Waterfront | Off-Street Parking

A homey getaway in Northern Michigan, this Onaway vacation rental promises outdoor adventure with nearby state parks, lakes, and local attractions.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered front porch, outdoor seating, fire pit, swinging bench
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, stone fireplace, hardwood floors
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishwasher, Keurig coffee maker, stainless steel appliances, kitchen island
GENERAL: Complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, suitable for children, suitable for elderly, no WiFi or cable
FAQ: No A/C
PARKING: Driveway (7 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Tower Pond (on-site access), Onaway State Park (9.0 miles), Burt Lake State Park (17.3 miles), Seven Springs Nature Preserve (18.6 miles), Clear Lake State Park (19.2 miles), Lake Huron (22.9 miles), Petoskey State Park (35.1 miles), Lake Michigan (35.8 miles)
THINGS TO DO: Great Lakes Lore Maritime Museum (26.6 miles), Call of the Wild Museum (42.0 miles), Gaylord’s City Elk Park (42.7 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Traverse City (100.0 miles), Grand Rapids (220.0 miles), Ann Arbor (256.0 miles), Detroit (272.0 miles), Chicago (401.0 miles)
AIRPORTS: Cherry Capital Airport (98.6 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (230.0 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: This property does not have a WiFi or cable connection available
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 7 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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

  • Unit size: 2,164 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

442575
Vrbo Property
New! Rustic + Modern Home W/fire Pit on Tower Pond Onaway

About the area

Map
Onaway, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Forest Township Hall - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tower North Eastern State Trail Parking - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Black Lake Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Black Lake - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Onaway State Park - 16 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Havel Northland Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wood Winds Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪211 Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Manzanas Deli - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic + Modern Home w/Fire Pit on Tower Pond! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic + Modern Home w/Fire Pit on Tower Pond!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic + Modern Home w/Fire Pit on Tower Pond!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic + Modern Home w/Fire Pit on Tower Pond! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Forest Township Park and Forest Township Hall. Tower North Eastern State Trail Parking is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.

Rustic + Modern Home w/Fire Pit on Tower Pond! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Northern Michigan Trip
The house was just as beautiful in person as in the pictures! We enjoyed the house and immediate yard/location of the property....however, the busy highway is directly across from the small lake/pond so we heard and saw the traffic all day while sitting around the bon fire. Also noticed many flying and dead bee's inside. This is not a negative review by any means, but i do wish i knew about the highway before we got there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quite hideaway
Such a BEAUTIFUL location. Off the main roads enough to wear you don’t have traffic nor do you hear much of it but easy to get to the main road and get into town for whatever you may need. The house is absolutely BEAUTIFUL and makes for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway spot
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The house was very clean and well furnished. No AC however the breeze off Tower Pond kept the house cool, along with the fans. Definitely reccomend booking this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
Very cozy and quiet place to stay! House was amazing and beautiful. We plan to stay here again since we have family in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil property
Great place to unplug and relax. Very roomy inside and the property is beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute must-stay!
This cabin is GORGEOUS! It’s so spacious inside, and it’s fully stocked, from the kitchen to the closets with extra pillows and blankets. My aunt and i stayed here for two nights, and sadly we didn’t get to spend more time in the cabin, since we were out from sunrise to midnight! But the time we DID spend in it was wonderful. 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P., Middlebury, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin
This is a beautiful cabin with amazing woodworking. They were missing a coffee maker, within 2 hours we had a new one delivered. A must stay cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Regina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
On the water
Everything was wonderful about the setting except the road noise across the pond all day and all night. It was also too warm in the house to only have fans for cooling.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyce D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, enjoyable
If you want to relax and get away, this may be your place to stay. Bring bug spray.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Up North Getaway!
Great central location for our trip up north! All the major locations were around 30-60 minutes away (except Traverse City which is 2 hours away). We enjoyed days in relaxing around the campfire and coming back after a long day of exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
The renting process was easy, check in and check out process was easy. The house had everything that we needed. It was very quiet neighborhood. We saw 2 eagles fly over the house and one landed in the tree in the backyard. The wildlife seems to thrive in this area, was great to watch and listen to.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful
This property is just amazing. It is the second time we have stayed here, and both times it has been lovely. A Clean, beautiful, and relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
Well appointed home with very responsive caretaker.
Stayed 45 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Mekeisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is secluded and incredibly peaceful. We enjoyed sitting next to the pond under the covered swing while the rain fell all around us. The home is clean, but the master bedroom does have a slight musty smell - there don't appear to be any leaks anywhere. It's a little drive to cell/internet service, but we appreciated the "down time." The only downfalls to the property was that there weren't many board game/entertainment options for rainy indoor days. We were very surprised to find that there were only a few half empty rolls of toilet paper in the home, so we had to drive to a store to purchase supplies for our stay. It was a pleasant stay and we LOVED Manzana's in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N., Essexville, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time with friends
The house is amazing! Clean, spacious and just a really pretty home. We had an amazing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great secluded place on the water only complaint they listed cable TV and there was none
Nice place to stay up north
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Dale S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away from everything
We stayed here for 12 days as a part of an "unplugged get away" family vacation to Northern Michigan. Property was as advertised. We spent about half of our time at the house just relaxing, playing games, paddle-boarding, cooking out, puzzling, watching movies, reading and resting. The other half of our time was spent with day-trips to state parks, Mackinac Island, Tahquamenon Falls, Ocqueoc Falls, Clear Lake, Traverse City, and Charlevoix. There were a few maintenance related issues but they were minor...a broken hinge on the laundry room door, a sweating toilet in the half-bath, and a rug that probably needs replaced as it smelled (when the humidity rose) like it might have been used as a "relief spot" for a four-legged friend at some point in the past. The location really was perfect for our purposes and we'd definitely return if we're in the area again.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, remote setting
Secluded and quiet home on the water that was perfect for a relaxing getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Gwendolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
The house is beautiful and it is in a great location. One of my major reasons for a no so great over all review. Is the refrigerator smelled of dead fish and was not working. The freezer worked but the refrigerator wasn't even cold enough to keep the drinks let alone food cold, so we lived out of the cooler. Some things were broken when upon arrival. I tried to send a message to the contact given but seeing as we had no service in the house/area, it took me till we left to go to Mackinaw to send the messages. There are great hiking spots and plenty of state parks to go to in the area. Seeing as we have teenagers the no service or internet upset them... Which in turn they let us know about it! It's a great getaway, to getaway... Once they accepted it things they were better with us lol I wouldn't recommend swimming in the river, our son put his feet in while fishing and managed to make friend with leeches. The place is really nice , they just need to fix the few things that were broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Antavius H.

Liked: Cleanliness
a great getaway
was Wonderfull nice and rustic
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Keith A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away
I wish I could’ve give like a 4.8 or 4.9 overall. The location was nice and secluded. The pictures were very accurate. We showed up and moved in and out without any hassle. It was all just as advertised. I’d be interested to come back in the summer and try some kayaking or canoeing. The only downside was that the freezer wasn’t working properly and I couldn’t get the gas fireplace to work. The latter could just as easily be my fault. It was very nice renting a place and getting exactly what you bargained for. Good, honest renting folks! Great place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Jimmy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
To short
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good but a few problems
Arrived Thursday evening to find a big puddle of water in the upstairs full bathroom. Water was coming from leaking toilet. Could not use bathroom, had to use towels to keep mopped up. Called property manage Friday am, he thought this problem had been fixed and hoped to get repair person there to fix, but no one ever showed up. Hoping for an adjustment on this one. Most of the doors would not latch when closed. Had to keep all exterior doors deadbolted to keep them closed. Many light bulbs were burned out. Ice maker was broken and could not be used. Place was clean. Driveway was plowed after fresh snow both Friday and Saturday am.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
Staying here was one of our favorite vacation spots ever! The home was spotlessly clean and so beautiful! The perfect spot for a private getaway. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter getaway
We enjoyed the cottage which was roomy and very pretty. We were disappointed to learn that the gas fireplace was not working as we were looking forward to reading and conversation in that room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021