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Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior

Family-friendly holiday home in Rapid River

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior (Rapid River)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior (Rapid River)
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Nestled in the serene woods near Hiawatha National Forest, The Hornets Nest Lodge offers a peaceful retreat for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Enjoy modern rustic decor, 2 living areas with big screen TVs, WiFi and satellite TV; poker table, fully stocked kitchen with 2 refrigerators; gas fireplace; washer/dryer and ample parking.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior

The Hornets Nest Lodge, is a brand new lodge built in 2018 fondly Named in honor of our grandfather Harvey J Potvin, who was a UP woodsman for over 80 years. This beautiful lodge is nestled in the quiet serene woods near the Hiawatha National Forest. If you are looking to get away as a family, a ATV/Snowmobile enthusiast, a group gathered together to get their hunt on, or friends looking to spend some quality time in the peaceful Upper Peninsula, then this lodge is exactly what your looking for.

We are 2 brothers who have been passionate about this land, trying to recreate our childhood camp experiences. We have many memories growing up visiting grandpa, and recently decided it was time to rebuild the old homestead of our past and make it more comfortable, accessible, and to allow others to come into our home to make their own memories.

The Hornets Nest Lodge is centrally located in the Upper Peninsula. Its location puts you only a 10 minute drive to Lake Michigan, or a 45 minute drive to Lake Superior. It is adjacent to tens of thousands of acres of Hiawatha National Forest Land, a hand full of miles from the ATV/snowmobile trail head, and across the highway from one of the best Nordic ski, skate, snowshoe trails in Upper Michigan.

The Lodge is approximately 3000 square feet of living space, decorated with a modern rustic theme. All furniture, cookware, beds/bedding linens are all brand new. Also the lodge features over 2000 sq feet of patio and deck, to sit out side and enjoy the peaceful afternoons watching the wildlife of the area, or sitting out and taking in the "Big Sky" at night.

Features inside the lodge are 2 living areas with a big screen TV's, equipped with satellite TV, cell booster, and WiFi. Poker table, 2 full size refrigerators, fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, gas fire place, and 2 full bathrooms. Outside the lodge there is ample parking for vehicles with trailers with a circle drive, plenty of outdoor furniture and propane gas grill. If your group exceeds the comfort of our 14 person capacity, please inquire about additional camper hook up for a small fee. (Click the fee button for additional guests and notify us how many additional guests will be staying with camper)

If you would like to bring a furry friend for your northern adventure, please read over our pet policy and in your inquiry include that you agree to the terms of our pet policy. Be sure to check the pet button when making your reservation.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Brand New Located 10 min Lake Michigan 45 min Lake Superior
Brand New Located 10 min Lake Michigan 45 min Lake Superior

About the area

Rapid River is home to this holiday home. Rapid River Ski Trail and Gladstone Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Hiawatha National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Wells Sports Complex and Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Rapid River travel guide
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Rapid River, MI

What's nearby

  • A couple of small flowers chose this stump on the shoreline of Lake Michigan to be their home.
    Little Bay de Noc
    13 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Rapid River Ski Trail
    4 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail
    11 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail
    11 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Gladstone Golf Club
    15 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Swallow Inn
    9 min drive
  • Jack's
    8 min drive
  • Rapid River Pub
    9 min drive
  • Perkins Store
    10 min drive
  • The Reel Pizza
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior located?

Located in Rapid River, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Hiawatha National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Michigan and Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail. Little Bay de Noc and Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Brand New Lodge Located 10 min from Lake Michigan, 45 min from Lake Superior Reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, as always. Plenty of room for everybody and huge outdoor area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had another fantastic trip to the Hornet's nest. The cabin was clean and beautifully placed in the woods, but not too far from Escanaba. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denice A.

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

Great for large groups!

Perfect location and home for our family. Has everything you could need for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

UP trip

We had a fantastic stay at the Hornet’s Nest. Very clean and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Annual Summer Getaway

This place was perfect for my family. Clean, lots of space to enjoy and close enough to Escanaba. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John R.

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

Clean and spacious

This is a great place to stay. Me and my group had a great time. Only thing is I wish we would’ve had some more trash bags, paper towels, and something other than single ply toilet paper. All those are relatively small. The overall property was great and very clean.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ruth s.

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

Family friendly

The spaces here are great for gathering in both our large group and small groups. The younger people had a nice space upstairs, while the oldsters were able to close doors to the downstairs bedrooms. Town was near in case we needed anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, comfortable home. Lovely surroundings. Enjoyed our time there, inside and outside the lodge.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great, clean and the hosts thought of everything we could need out there. We did hear some unexpected noise from nearby properties but otherwise it was as quiet as expected. Beautiful property and house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in. Kitchen was well stocked and everything was clean. Mike was very easy to communicate with. The layout was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy B.

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

Michigan Marathoners

Great property for a large group
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our fourth year staying at the Hornets Nest, our group loves the house and how it's set up. The place is an incredible house, and the property is fantastic, with plenty of space for any group. Thanks again, Mike, for letting us stay at your fabulous house. Looking forward to next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

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

Great vacation house

Lots of room. Very nice amenities inside and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck K.

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

Awesome place to stay for golf trip

This is my third year in a row staying at this house for our guys golf trip. The house has everything you need, full kitchen, great beds, super clean, and a great card table upstairs! I've stayed at a lot of Vrbo rentals, this one ranks at the top! Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol O.

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

Great place

Wonderful stay, lots of room for our group. Mike was an awesome communicator and very responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata S.

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

Beautiful lodge!

We enjoyed our stay at the lodge. Very spacious, clean and cozy. Outdoor fireplace is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hormets Nest worked out perfect for our group. It was clean and spacious and the host went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of. He even sent us some trail maps for our atv excursions. The upstairs worked out well for 6 of our group and the downstairs had plenty of room for the rest of us with the 3 additional bedrooms. The kitchen had everything we needed and the outside space was amazing with the upper & lower sitting areas and the firepit. Thank you Mike for the great place to stay & your quick response to our questions.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

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

Great Weekend

House was very clean and as advertised. Plenty of room for 11 of us and fully stocked with supplies. Great location central to many attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fourth time as nice as the first

Everything was very nice again this year
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri R.

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

Great place for family

Great property for families. Lots of space and things to do. This lodge was perfect for our out of town family to stay after our wedding reception. The owner was flexible to accommodate our needs. Beautiful lodge, comfortable beds. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Always great staying here !

Thanks again. Must be 5 years now.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck K.

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

Family Golf Trip

The Hornets Nest Lodge was incredible; I took my dad, brother, and three boys for a golf trip. The lodge was perfect, very clean, and had plenty of space! Everyone loved the place and planning to come back next year! Mike was an excellent host; definitely a 5-star lodge!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kandace M.

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

Excellent

Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

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

Spacious and secluded

Party of nine. Plenty of space for everyone, even had a couple of beds to spare.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Home at the Hornets Nest

It was very welcoming stay. Clean and large, we had move than we could possibly need. This owner thought of everything to make our stay comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021