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Cozy, private lakefront cottage with sunset view!

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, books, video library
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, books, video library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Republic, MI
  • Van Riper State Park
    44 min drive
  • Trout Lake
    55 min drive
  • Bewabic State Park
    63 min drive

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About the area

Republic

With a stay at this cottage in Republic, you'll be on the waterfront, and 21.7 mi (35 km) from Humboldt Township Park and 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from Humboldt Township Hall. .This cottage is 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from Berle LaPin - Veterans Memorial Park and 25.1 mi (40.4 km) from Champion Township Hall.

What's nearby

  • Van Riper State Park - 44 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Trout Lake - 55 min drive - 59.2 km
  • Bewabic State Park - 63 min drive - 59.7 km
  • Spread Eagle Chain of Lakes - 66 min drive - 65.4 km
  • Pentoga Park - 75 min drive - 71.7 km

Getting around

  • Iron Mountain, MI (IMT-Ford) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Norm's Bar Inc. - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy, private lakefront cottage with sunset view!

Cozy cottage perfect for a couples getaway. Down a curvy dirt road, deep in forest of the birch and maple trees, this cute little gem of a cottage sits above beautiful and tranquil Sundog Lake. This cottage faces west and has the best view of the most amazing sunsets. There's a deck on the front to enjoy the lake view or enjoy the wooded view from the back deck. You'll see and hear wildlife galore here; deer, moose, loons, and the eagles frequently perch around this cottage. Sundog Lake is a private (no public access) spring fed lake. It's a quiet lake with the occasional fishing boat or pontoon puttering by. You have your own private dock to fish from or put out a chair and read a book. The shoreline is sand with some rocks and clams. Great swimming, relaxing on a tube but there is lake vegetation beyond the dock. Inside you'll find an efficient retreat. What she lacks in size, she makes up for in pure charm. Main level has a bedroom with a queen bed, full bathroom (stand up shower), full kitchen equipped with everything you will need, and living area with a natural fireplace. Upstairs is a loft open to the front of the home. The loft has games, books and a rocker to enjoy the view. Also in the loft are two small, but functional bedrooms. These bedrooms are open to the loft area. There is lots to explore in the Republic area like kayaking, and hiking and you are 45 min from Iron Mountain, 60 minutes from Marquette, 60 minutes from Canyon Falls, 90 minutes from Bond Falls (plus, lots to see along the way). We hope you'll come stay with us and enjoy the quiet, peacefulness of the stunning central U.P.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Kristin Burkart

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Steep staircase, use caution.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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

Cozy, private lakefront cottage with sunset view! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven
Everything was perfect, the view, the atmosphere, the fireplace. We really enjoyed disconnecting and the beautiful nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michigan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
A tranquil place to decompress. The lake view is priceless, gorgeous sunsets. Great fishing bass blue gill and sunfish and they like hotdogs. Had a small issue and the owners were on top of the problem and made it right.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L., Wilmington, Il

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Fun
Want to return sooon.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M., Wisconsin, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet cabin with amazing views!
We loved our stay at the Yukon Trail Cabin! It was exactly what our family needed. It's quiet and remote! We have an 8 year old and 11 year old and they loved their time there as well. Our kids fished off the dock everyday and caught a bunch of fish. There are clams all over the place, and our kids also had a fun time gathering the clams and then watching them move over night! A few tips: 1. You are out in the wilderness! Pack enough groceries for the time you are there because it's a decent drive to get food. 2. There really isn't any cell service at the cabin (which is one of the things we loved!) just plan for that. 3. There are some great movies there to watch and games to play, but if you want certain ones make sure to bring them along if the weather isn't great. 4. Bring some floaties to float around in the water or get to deeper water to swim. The lake is beautiful with super clear water. Kristin does a great job communicating everything, make sure you listen to all of her tips!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M., Beloit, WI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Ethereal
This cottage is the idyllic spot to either relax and enjoy nature and solitude or as a home base to travel the UP. We chose to enjoy the peace and quiet and only did one day trip to Ishpeming and Marquette. I cant wait to return!! Thank you Kristin and Dave
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
This was a great place to stay. We loved the central location for day trips to the Keweenaw, Marquette, Wisconsin, and much more! The lake is beautiful and peaceful. There was no wifi available, but it was hardly missed with so much to explore. We would recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful paradise
It was a great location love how peaceful it was and the wildlife that was all around did get a little lost finding it the first time but it was actually really easy to get to once you find the road also was informed by the owners of construction although i couldnt send a message back because it is so secluded i appreciated the heads up and it was no problem getting to and from the cabin would definitely recommend if you love peace and quite and its not to far from town if needed beds where also very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Perfect for a family of four. We spent time at the house playing games, watching movies, kayaking on the lake, and seeing bald eagles. We took some day trips to Iron Mountain iron mine, porcupine mountains, and Bond falls. My family and I enjoyed our stay very much
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sun Dog get away
Kristen the host of our stay is absolutely amazing, I cannot say enough great things about her! Her communication is excellent, she truely cares about your stay. She thinks of everything you need to have fun and even more! We are very lucky to have found a host that cares and provides an over the top experience. If you are looking for a peaceful, beautiful getaway book with her you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

todd l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quite
Cute little house way off the main road. Nice quiet place to walk your dog. Beautiful lake to kayak.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

james d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Had a great time. Loved the wild like and the peaceful of the place! We will for sure be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, secluded, home away from home
This was such a cute cabin incredibly clean and over all just gives you the comfort of being at home while away from home. The view from the porch was breath taking. We hope to stay again next year! The host was also amazing, our GPS wasnt working because of limited cell service. The host sent us the directions ahead of time thankfully!!! Thank you again for making our family vacation AMAZING!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully Remote
Beautiful lake to kayak on. Peaceful with joy of seeing deer, cranes,and Bald Eagles.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C., Hudsonville

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and quiet stay!
We absolutely loved our stay at this cabin! It's off the beaten path, which was exactly what we were looking for. It was on the small side, but it wasn't a big deal when we spent most of our time outside. The outside area is very spacious. There is plenty of room in the front yard for yard games and to have a fire and grill. There is a nice deck on the back overlooking the lake, which was perfect for early morning coffee and reading time. The lake itself was beautiful, calm, and clear. Our kids had a blast jumping off the pier and floating in tubes. They also caught multiple fish. The 2 kayaks that are provided were in great condition, they seemed brand new. This was such a wonderful vacation, and we would definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Darren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tedious to get to, easy to enjoy
This was a lovely, quiet cabin. We’ll maintained but also the charm of a cabin that’s been there a while. The loft was a favorite for our two kids. We stayed during the week and only saw a few people on the water all week. There is a neighbor next door but not there during our stay. Of all the places we’ve stayed, this was comparatively tougher to get to. We brought our food for the week which I recommend, since it’s not convenient to drive back and forth to places - just stay and relax! The firewood was a surprising bonus. There is a small rowboat and two kayaks which we got a lot of use from. It was weedy off the end of the dock but it’s a lake, so the girls jumped in anyway. Loved the lounge furniture on the lake side of the cabin just to sit and enjoy the view. The wind and unusually chilly weather kept the bugs away which was nice. Owners were helpful with instructions before our stay and with information in the cabin. We enjoyed our stay and this was a great alternative to busy resort cabins if you want to avoid crowds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, secluded lake
We loved our time at Yukon Cottage! The owner was very helpful and informative. We caught a TON of bass and bluegill with an occasional crappie and perch. The lake is so quiet and the wildlife was great. Be sure to follow Kristen's directions since GPS gave us incorrect ones. We would definitely stay at Yukon again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Exploration
A very clean lake and cabin. Loved the kayaking, swimming, and playing the vintage board games. The bedding blankets were incredibly cozy and were a wonderful touch. We had everything we needed. Perfect for a family of four and a pup that are up exploration. Nights are very buggy so campfires outside were a no go for us. Flies could be a nuance on the dock depending on the wind but once out in the water, they were less bothersome on those days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Cottage in Republic, MI
This cottage was very cozy and well stocked with what you would need. The Owners are friendly and responsive. If someone is looking to get away from the hustle and bustle, this cottage would be great! Views of the lake are gorgeous.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023