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Escape to Hard Day Hideaway, nestled on the tranquil waters of Lake Mary in Crystal Falls, MI. Enjoy a beautiful deck overlooking the lake with options galore for activities like swimming, boating and fishing. With complimentary kayaks and paddleboard available May 1- Sept 30 plus life jackets provided.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Lakefront Family Retreat—Kayaks, Trails & Very Limited Summer Dates!

  • Location, Location, Location!
    Welcome to Hard Day Hideaway, your perfect four-season escape nestled on the pristine waters of Lake Mary in Crystal Falls, Michigan. Whether you’re chasing relaxation or adventure, this cozy cabin offers it all—direct trail access, beautiful lakefront views, and comforts for the whole crew.
    The Cabin
    With space to comfortably sleep up to 10 adults, Hard Day Hideaway is ideal for families, groups of friends, or solo adventurers. The open layout, rustic charm, and walkout basement leading right to the lake make it a relaxing and functional retreat for every season.
    Enjoy your morning coffee or evening wine on the spacious deck with sweeping views of the crystal-clear, sand-bottom lake. And when the stars come out, gather around the lakeside fire pit for s’mores and stories.

    The Location
    You’re in the heart of the Upper Peninsula's best outdoor recreation—and you don’t even need to drive to get there.
    - Located on Trail #16: ATV & snowmobile access right from the driveway
    - <30 miles to Ski Brule & Pine Mountain: Great skiing & snowboarding nearby
    - Full motor lake: Bring your boat or enjoy complimentary water toys
    - Excellent fishing: Pike, panfish, bass, walleye—and amazing ice fishing in winter
    - Beautiful west-facing sunsets every night
    Included Amenities
    - 3 adult kayaks, 1 child kayak, & 1 paddleboard (available May 1–Sept 30)
    - Life jackets provided
    - Lakeside bar for relaxing with a view
    - Fire pit by the lake
    - Fully equipped for short or long stays—just bring food and clothes!
    Make Yourself at Home
    Whether you're hiking, kayaking, fishing, snowmobiling, skiing, or just soaking in the peaceful lakefront views, Hard Day Hideaway is your home base for UP adventure and relaxation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Must be approved by Owner.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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
Note from host: Must be approved by Owner.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Located in Crystal Falls, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Florence County Fairgrounds is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bewabic State Park and Joseph Casper Roadside Park. Visit our Crystal Falls travel guide
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Crystal Falls, MI

What's nearby

  • Duck swiming on the crystal clear blue lake near the colorful leaves during autumn at famous Eibsee lake,Germany
    Mallard Lake
    32 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Bewabic State Park
    25 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Merrick Lake
    31 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Pentoga Park
    39 min drive - 41.3 km
  • George Young Golf Course
    43 min drive - 44.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Nylunds Pasty Palace
    18 min drive
  • Casa de Norte
    50 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Family Retreat—Kayaks, Trails & Very Limited Summer Dates! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lakefront Family Retreat—Kayaks, Trails & Very Limited Summer Dates!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Family Retreat—Kayaks, Trails & Very Limited Summer Dates!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Family Retreat—Kayaks, Trails & Very Limited Summer Dates!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Family Retreat—Kayaks, Trails & Very Limited Summer Dates! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Bewabic State Park, Joseph Casper Roadside Park and Mallard Lake. Archie Pond and Merrick Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Lakefront Family Retreat—Kayaks, Trails & Very Limited Summer Dates! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We cannot thank this property’s host Kari enough for making our stay so comfortable and amazing! The cabin was well stocked with everything one could need & cozily decorated! The host went out of her way to make this property very appealing & relaxing! Communication was easy informative. I highly recommend the Hard Day Hide Away Cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dalton G.

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

Great place to stay

Overall it was a great place to stay. Even with rain we were able to have a good time as a family. The bedrooms are smaller than you would generally expect but the cabin was good and fairly well setup.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elma B.

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

Place to go

We liked the house,clean,inside the house and property around...good for families...rooms are little smaller but cozy...overall nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cute cabin. Nice and quiet area. Lots of space for our family - the kids likes all the beds. My only complaint is that I wish they had shoveled the drive way. We got in later so maybe it had been but it was a pain to have to shovel our way into the house from the driveway area. Otherwise they had lots of everyday things that many forget on trips so that was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

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

U.P. lake house

Great location for what we were there for. Beautiful view of the lake. Very nice cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Shane C.

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

Realxing

Great location and the view is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Snowmobile trip

Cabin was perfect for our group, plenty of room for our two trucks and trailers location would have been good if there would have been snow, can’t predict Mother Nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Deer Hunting

This property would seem to work better for families with small children. We were a 'all adult' group and the bedrooms were very small. No closets for storage. In the upstairs bathroom, i noticed dirt in the corners next to the heat register. The dryer and dishwasher running at the same time would trigger the circuit breaker to go off. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and supplies. Maybe a door on the downstairs bedroom and laundry room. Jim & Gilda Chie
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and cabin were great!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome family weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Great Hideaway

Kari is phenomenal! The property is a great location and as described. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gloria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was a breeze and kitchen so well set up for everything! Excellent water view and perfect for families with small children as water is pretty shallow for a very long distance. Very Cozy cabin. Very very clean lake for all water fun…
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kriss S.

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

Winter retreat

Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey M.

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

Perfect for family

Thank you sooooo much. Lake was perfect. Location was great. Had everything that we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Hardday Hideaway! The cabin was cozy, clean, dog friendly and had all the amenities you would need to enjoy your time there. Check in was effortless and the host was gracious with any questions I had. The lake was great as well! 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy A.

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

Great spot

Nice stay in the UP!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy Z.

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

Family wedding weekend

This cabin was a great spot for our family to rest during a busy family wedding weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti L.

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

Lake Mary Getaway

The property was very nice. Everything you could possible need was there. The weather however prevented us from enjoying any water activities. Or having a fire in the evening. But that’s life in the UP!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

Beautiful cabin right on the lake.

Just stayed two nights. rented a canoe from a place up the highway as there is no boat on the property. lake is beautiful but had minimal success fishing. everything you may need is included and there is plenty of room inside and out. would highly recommend this property if you want to be on the water. took one day and went to Pictured Rocks which is not too far
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie H.

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

Great Cabin!

Loved this cute cabin, nice and cozy and a beautiful lake view!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jenna S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Crystal Falls, MI

Been to the location in the past, cute little town, and beautiful lake. The water is crystal clear, no weeds, and shallow for a very good stretch. 👍
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Family Fun

Our family had a great time at the cabin. The kitchen and living area is spacious with beautiful windows looking over the lake. Lots of beds for a large group of people. Around the dock the water is shallow and sandy. It was absolutely perfect for our little kids. The water is crystal clear. We had so much fun wading around catching minnows. The provided kayaks and swim pad were perfect for everyone. We had a great time fishing and swimming all weekend long.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Family Time

The lake was beautiful. We enjoyed kayaking. The shallow sand bottom was perfect for 2,3 & 5 year old grandkids. Quiet and peaceful. Loved the deck and fire pit. Cozy for 8 adults and 4 little ones.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARK & BRIGITTE D.

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

GREAT VACATION STAY!!

We had a great get-a-way with family at the cottage! The lake was awesome for the kids and they had fun kayaking and swimming. Great communication with Kari. The deck overlooking the lake was awesome for a one year old that loved the water too much!! A giant playpen for her! :) It Was a great family time with family. We are looking forward to coming back again. We also used the 4-wheeler trails that were close to the cabin.. Thank you for everything, Kari!! The cabin was very well equiped with everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

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

Great Winter Getaway

Very nice Property on a beautiful lake. Property was as described. Owner was very quick to answer any questions. Our family had a great time snowmobiling, ice fishing, and playing games in front of the fireplace. As enjoyed watching the deer walk by every morning and evening. Thanks for allowing us the opportunity to stay in your cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022