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Clear Waters Cottage, nestled on Brevort Lake in Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, is the perfect haven for a relaxing vacation. Enjoy water sports like kayaking and paddle-boating or unwind with indoor/outdoor games in the large entertainment den. With 5G Wi-Fi and a deck overlooking the lake, you can stay connected while taking in serene views of nature.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Clear Waters Lakefront Cottage- On the Water-near - Mackinaw City

  • PLEASE BOOK USING VRBO. WE DO NOT ACCEPT MONEY ORDERS!!!

    Clear Waters Cottage- What a hidden gem!!! Nestled on beautiful relaxing Brevort Lake in Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, this lake side cottage has all you need for a relaxing vacation away from home. This cottage has two bedrooms, two baths, two living rooms with pull out beds, kitchen, laundry room, an office, a large entertainment den with indoor/outdoor games for the whole family, bonfire area, and a deck overlooking the lake for breathtaking Michigan sunrises and sunsets. Enjoy the sound of the water and nature from outside your window, or better yet, take a walk into the water-It's right outside your window and deck!!! Priceless. Go for an outdoor walk, a hike, a bike or boat ride, go golfing, or take the ferry to Mackinaw island for a day at your leisure.
    Located on a private road, this cottage offers peace, quiet, and privacy for couples looking for a cozy getaway or families/friends looking for a relaxing place to unwind yet still be close to all the amenities of Mackinaw city, Mackinaw Island, St Ignace and neighboring towns for shopping, entertainment and exploring the beautiful UP. Close to popular sites such as Mackinaw Island, The Hiawatha National Forest, Lake Michigan sand dunes, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Tahquamenon Falls to name a few.
    This sandy 4400 acres clear water lake is great for all year round water sports such as boating, windsurfing, kayaking, jet skiing, fishing, and great for winter snowmobiling and ice fishing. Watch the breathtaking changing of the leaves in Fall or feel the crisp air of a Winter's chill as you sip hot chocolate on the deck. Free 5G Wi-Fi for you to enjoy and stay connected! This location is ideal for Summer, Fall, Winter or Spring weekend getaways!
    2 Kayaks, a paddle boat included.
    Plan your stay with us!! Come to refresh, regroup, relax and enjoy the beauty and serenity of Michigan's Upper Peninsular!!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 Moran, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ozark Ghost Town and Fort de Baude Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Castle Golf & Games and Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace. Travelling with kids? Consider Totem Village and Mystery Spot. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating. Visit our Moran travel guide
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Moran, MI

What's nearby

  • Close up shot of Miners Castle rock at Pictured rocks national lake shore in Michigan upper peninsula
    Castle Rock
    21 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Aerial view of the Mackinac Bridge over calm waters in the morning, with view of the Old Mackinac Lighthouse
    Mackinac Bridge
    29 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Brevort Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace
    22 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    38 min drive - 50.1 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bullwinkle's
    12 min drive
  • Bravo! Cucina Italiana
    25 min drive
  • Mitchell's Fish Market
    25 min drive
  • White Tail Resort
    25 min drive
  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
    25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clear Waters Lakefront Cottage- On the Water-near - Mackinaw City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Clear Waters Lakefront Cottage- On the Water-near - Mackinaw City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Clear Waters Lakefront Cottage- On the Water-near - Mackinaw City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clear Waters Lakefront Cottage- On the Water-near - Mackinaw City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clear Waters Lakefront Cottage- On the Water-near - Mackinaw City located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is steps from Brevort Lake and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Brevort Township Community Recreation Area. Castle Golf & Games and Lake Michigan are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Clear Waters Lakefront Cottage- On the Water-near - Mackinaw City Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lake view! Cozy spot for a weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view was beautiful along with the very clean water! It rain and was a little chilly! We did use the paddle boat a couple of times! We caught some perch! The game room was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan W.

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

Lovely peaceful

Beautiful property great water activities for all game room was a nice addition
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brad P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location of this property. It was directly on the lake and faces West so you get a sunset view every night. We enjoyed the outdoor fire pit but it was a bit too chilly to swim. The well water has a sulphur odor but the host provided bottles of water. We noticed the two kitchen chairs were broken so we swapped them out for other chairs. Also the outdoor chairs are cracked. Overall it was a great location for visiting st ignace and Mackinac. It was very quiet and the lake view is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip B.

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

Beautiful view

Great view of the lake, sunsets, and water fowl. Relaxing campfires. 15 minutes to St. Ignace.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

KEVIN V.

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

Nice place and location

Nice location on the lake and very close to the bridge and other activities. Be sure to visit sand dunes beach. House had everything we needed but could use some updating and cleaning of cobwebs.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laine P.

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

Perfect home for my family of 4

This house was perfect for me and my family of 4. My kids (6 and 4) had a blast in the game room when we weren’t exploring Mackinaw and playing in the lake. It had everything we needed for a fun lake vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Great place

We loved the location, quiet, views, and helpfulness of the property manager. We found the place a little beat up and not super clean, with a need of a few upgrades but only a few minor things... A solid value and very relaxing...
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn F.

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

Right on the lake!

The property was exactly as described and had all we needed! It was wonderful to be right on the lake and enjoy the beautiful views and sounds! Close enough to town and Mackinac that they were easy to get to, but far enough away to feel like we escaped for a few days! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Mac Walk

My grandfather is from Manistique, we wanted to come up and walk the Mac as a bucket list item for my Mom. This was a great little spot to stay Before & After very relaxing, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Shelly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for us bc we did some day hikes and went to the island! Beautiful setting with the lake! I would say the tub/shower bathroom needs an update at least the shower head. nice to have two bathrooms but the tub/shower not so great.Tvs are a little out dated as we like to watch college football. We also had cold windy weather and some of the heating units had unique knobs and the kitchen one never worked. We stayed warm though without it! Kitchen chairs are also broken, the legs need some help.The “den” is a great bonus to hang out in! All in all our stay was great and the place worked for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Cute Cottage

This place was the perfect little spot for a family weekend getaway. We actually loved that the water was shallow, as it was fun for the kids. The view is gorgeous! The cottage had everything we needed to cook meals, have a small bonfire, etc. the owner was also very responsive to our questions and concerns. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cristy M.

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

No Fuss, Great Location!

Our family of 5 recently stayed here and had a wonderful time! There were plenty of sleeping options, the kitchen was stocked and the bonus room in the garage was awesome! As other reviewers stated, the lake is shallow (we didn't mind one bit!),and if you're not accustomed to well water you may think it 'smells funny.' Again - it didn't bother us. The location is FANTASTIC for visiting St. Ignace, Mackinac Island and surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Great time in moran

Good time and peaceful on the lake. The house needs updates, like the dinky shower hand held wand, its really for campers not houses, we replaced light bulbs. There was no coffee ir hot chocolate, which you offered, the beds were ok, the tv only worked if you paid for ut???
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen J.

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

Excellent with some needed upgrades

This place is a wonderful quiet location with many things to do. It is excellent for a family with kids as it has games nice kitchen and plenty of comfy places to sit. Beds are very comfortable. There are some upgrades that need to happen though. For a lake place it needs screens on the sliding doors so you can enjoy the fresh air and not have bugs come in. Bathroom showers need to be improved. The curtains need to be Real curtains instead of see through sheers for privacy. The red kayak leaks needs to be fixed or replace. With those upgrades it would be fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

marvin h.

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

Generally Good Stay

Liked having the kayaks, paddle boat and fire pit. Quick helpful response from the owner to get the paddle boat out of the garage. Liked the fun red outside lawn chairs. Did NOT like the bright primary-colored interior sheer draperies! Being sheer there was no privacy for anyone sleeping on the futon or pull-out sofa. Kids especially will not do well with all the light they let through. The bright blue, yellow and red were uncomfortable and mis-matched for the nice, restful interior colors of the home. We would like to go back, but please change those draperies out to something more suitable-both color and light-blocking! We did feel the place was clean and appreciated that care.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica D.

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

Great location, amazing lakefront!

Staying in the mostly remote area on Brevort Lake was exactly what we needed to unwind from the hustle and bustle of life. The lake is very nice and we enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat daily. The water is very shallow and safe for all ages. The view of the lake, the ducks, the sounds are all the highlight of renting this house! Staying a week here made us consider purchasing our own place on Brevort Lake. The house is fine and met all our needs. The main areas are clearly cleaned but the whole house could use a deep clean from cobwebs, dirt and a fresh coat of paint to cover old stains. The bathrooms are the most outdated and while technically clean, it's hard to get past the perception. For us, the house was a place to sleep and eat between the many adventures we took in the UP. We had bonfires every night in the gorgeous yard. Reviews are subjective so keep that in mind - for me, if I was looking for a place where I'd be spending most of my day in to relax and take in the scenery, I'd prefer somewhere more updated mainly because I don't get to go on vacation often. All in all, the location is as ideal as it gets to explore eastern UP, the lakefront is perfect for adventures with smaller children and relaxing morning kayaks, and we just fell in love with the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in the U.P. About 20ish minutes from st ignace which was nice because we spent a day on Mackinac Island. Very peaceful and relaxing area. My kids loved the paddle boat. Plenty of space for our family of 4. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich I.

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful property, beautiful lake, enjoyed the quiet! Would love to return someday!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcie W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lake property was beautiful. We definitely enjoyed the time outside. The inside could use updates. The showers were not desirable and the sponge to wash dishes was gross. Our children loved the games in the game room!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay during our family trip to the UP! Our family loved the game room and lake in the background. Quiet and beautiful. There were leaches in the water so we stayed to the shore except when using the paddle boat and kayak. Also, the water smells like sulfur or copper but I’m guessing that’s due to the rural area so we didn’t mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Wonderful stay

Everything listed in the booking process was accurate. Checking in and out was very smooth. Overall great stay for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvannus M.

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

U. P. VACATION

Great location to all Upper Peninsula attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kara S.

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

Family vacation

We loved the variety of things to do here. The lake activities, rec room (ping pong table especially), and general area were a hit! The lake water was so clear and it’s amazing how shallow it is so far from the shore. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Fall getaway

Family time in the fall. Everthing we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023