Paradise Chalet : Summer Lakefront Fun w/ Dock & Kayaks

Paradise Chalet
SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 1
LAKE/WATERFRONT: Yes-all sports Lake Paradise (aka Carp Lake)
*Swimming on property
*Lakefront Cabana (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
*Fantastic fishing with stainless steel fish cleaning station
*Large deck area
*Spectacular sunsets

Take a break from it all with a visit to this quaint cottage on all sports Lake Paradise (aka Carp Lake), where time will stand still. The vibe here is easy, inviting you to spend your days improvising your perfect vacation: solo on the kayak, a refreshing swim off the dock, or reeling in a world-class catch. It's a fantastic composition of convenience and seclusion, just a 10-minute drive from the iconic Mackinaw City and well-positioned for exploring the beautiful Upper Peninsula.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Central Air

ATV's: Not on property

Bathrooms: 1-Shower/tub combo with sink and toilet

Beach/Swimming: Swimming from frontage and dock. Entry is rocky so water shoes suggested

Bedroom Configurations:
Primary: 1 Queen
Secondary: 2 Queens (second floor open loft bedroom)

Boats: 2 single person kayaks for guest use (Memorial Day through Labor Day)

Boat Launch: Located .5 miles away

Bugs: Mosquitos, ladybugs, mayflies (in season), etc.

Cable: Dish TV- numerous options for local, sports, entertainment channels.

Cell Phone Service: All major carriers work well at the property.

Coffee Maker: 12 cup drip Bunn coffeemaker. Filters and coffee provided.

Distances:
Mackinaw City: 6.4 miles/11 min drive
Petoskey: 32 miles/45 min drive
Pictured Rocks Lakeshore: 131 miles/2 hr 22 min drive
Sault Ste. Marie (Canada) 65.6 miles/1 hr 19 min drive
Traverse City: 98 miles/2 hr 8 min drive

Dock: 48 foot dock that is 5 feet deep at the end. No overnight tie offs due to weather. (Memorial Day to Labor Day only)

Drinking Water: Well water with Culligan system.

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: No

Fire-pit: Yes

Fishing: There is excellent fishing from the shore and in the lake. Panfish, Walleye, Perch and Pike. A stainless steel fish cleaning station is on the side of the house for guest use.

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

Fishing Poles: Please bring your own

Golf: Cheboygan Golf & Country Club: 15 miles/22 min drive

Grill: Traditional charcoal grill. Please bring your own charcoal and lighter fluid

Grocery Store:
Carp Lake General Store: 3.8 miles/7 min drive
Mackinaw Family Market: 6.7 miles/10 min drive

Handicap Friendly: No. There are stairs at the property.

Heat: Propane forced air heat.

Hunting: Not on property

Internet/WIFI: Hughes. 50 mps

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.

Parking: There is room for 1 car with trailer or 2 cars in the driveway. Further parking nearby.

Pets: 1 dog under 20 lbs allowed (sorry no exceptions) -Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept 1 dog under 20lbs, 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: Very private. No neighbors on either side.

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.

Space: 2 story cottage with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with walkout basement.

Special Features: Cottage has a cabana at the waterfront. 2 kayaks for guest use. A stainless steel fish cleaning station for the excellent fishing in the lake. Breathtaking sunsets.

Seniors: Seniors are welcome at the property.

Televisions:
Living room: One 54" TV and a second 48"
Primary bedroom: One 30" TV

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

Washer and Dryer: Yes

Wood: Please bring your own firewood.

Ce cottage propose de nombreux services de choix comme des barbecues. La réception est ouverte 24h/24.

Ce cottage de Carp Lake est non-fumeurs.