Luxury Log Cabin on Lake Michigan w/Barrel Sauna
White Birch Cabin - Ellsworth, MI
4 bedrooms · 5 beds · 2.5 baths
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Designed by
Pink Wall Designs
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On the lake
This home is right on Lake Michigan.
Welcome to White Birch Cabin
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Newly crafted log home with rustic charm & modern sophistication.
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Located on 100 feet of private Lake Michigan shoreline.
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Perfect for family adventures or tranquil getaways — every detail curated for comfort & style.
Your sanctuary by the water awaits.
About this space
Welcome to White Birch Cabin
Experience the ultimate blend of rustic charm and modern sophistication in a newly crafted log home set along 100 feet of private Lake Michigan shoreline in Northern Michigan!
Every detail in this professionally designed retreat has been thoughtfully curated to offer you a sanctuary of comfort and style. Whether you’re here for a family adventure, a tranquil getaway, or a bit of both, White Birch Cabin provides the perfect backdrop for unforgettable memories.
The Space
KEY FEATURES:
🧖♀️NEW BARREL SAUNA
🏡Newly constructed, professionally designed cabin with central heating & air conditioning
📍Centrally located between Charlevoix & Elk Rapids, minutes to Torch Lake
🌊Direct access to 100' of Lake Michigan waterfront for beach, swim, kayak, or paddle board
🛒Grocery delivery through Stocked — have fresh groceries delivered before arrival
☕Coffee Bar with complimentary coffee, syrups, creamer, and sugar
🍳Fully equipped kitchen with built-in dual zone beverage cooler
🧴Stocked amenities: soap, shampoo, conditioner, laundry & dishwasher pods
🧸Child-friendly: Graco Pack ’n Play, air fryer, and plastic dinnerware
🚀Lightning-fast Wi-Fi + mesh network and two workstations for remote working
🌅Beautiful sunsets over the water from inside or the expansive deck
🔥2 Outdoor Firepits + large indoor fireplace
🔌New whole-home generator
Inside the Cabin: 4 bedrooms (5 beds) + 2.5 baths, fully equipped kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, living area with record player & lake views, 55” Roku TV, and cozy lookout area.
Outdoor Living: Large deck with dining table for 8, Weber grill, kayaks, paddleboard, cornhole, and new Barrel Sauna for up to 6 guests.
Whether you're sipping coffee on the deck as the sun rises, exploring the lake, or gathering by the fire pit under a star-studded sky, White Birch Cabin offers an unparalleled retreat.
⭐️⭐️ Book today and create unforgettable memories at our waterfront paradise! ⭐⭐️
Guest Access
Guests have access to the entire property and 100’ of private waterfront directly behind the cabin. Self check-in available via digital keypad. Parking accommodates up to 6 vehicles and a small trailer.
Located on a private dirt road; 4WD recommended during heavy snow. No garage or covered parking.
Other Things to Note
Maximum 10 guests (6 adults + 4 children). Bunk room designed for children only.
2 security cameras at deck stairs (non-recording, for cleaning verification only).
No pets, parties, or wire transfers allowed. Smoking only in designated outdoor area.
Main level has master bedroom; others require stairs. Kayaks & paddleboards available mid-May to mid-October.
Water levels at the beach vary seasonally.
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Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 4
1 king bed
Our location
What this place offers
🔥 Fire pit areas
🏖️ Beachfront
🛁 Bathtub
📶 Fast Wi-Fi (265 Mbps)
🪵 Indoor fireplace
☕ Coffee maker
🧺 Free washer & dryer
🧖♀️ Private sauna
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All Amenities
Outdoor Features
- 2 fire pit areas
- Beachfront
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Cleaning products
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Hot water
- Shower gel
Bedroom and Laundry
- Free washer
- Free dryer
- Hangers
- Bed linens
- Room-darkening shades
- Iron
- Drying rack for clothing
- Walk-in closet
Entertainment
- 55" TV with Roku
- Record player
- Books and reading material
Family
- Crib (always at the listing)
- Sheets provided
- Window guards
- Board games
Heating and Cooling
- Central air conditioning
- Electric indoor fireplace
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
- Central heating
Home Safety
- Exterior security cameras (2 at deck entrances)
- Smoke alarm
- Carbon monoxide alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
Internet and Office
- Fast Wi-Fi (265 Mbps)
- Dedicated workspace
Kitchen and Dining
- Fully equipped kitchen
- GE refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooking basics (oil, salt, pepper)
- Dishes and silverware
- Mini fridge
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- GE stainless steel stove + double oven
- Coffee maker (drip + Keurig)
- Wine glasses
- Toaster
- Baking sheet
- Blender
- BBQ utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee
Location Features
- Waterfront
- Private beach access
- Lake access via path or dock
- Private entrance
Outdoor
- Private patio or balcony
- Private backyard
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Private outdoor kitchen
- BBQ grill
- Beach essentials (towels, umbrella, snorkeling gear)
- Kayak
- Sun loungers
Parking and Facilities
- Free driveway parking (6 spaces)
- Private sauna
Services
- Self check-in
- Smart lock
What others are saying
★★★★★
5.0
· 52 reviews
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Lorie
October 2025
★★★★★
A lovely October stay with my sister & 6 great friends. Plenty space to spread out or be together. The kitchen was set up for gourmet cooking. And the deck….spacious, comfortable seating, cozy propane fireplace, and the best views of the lake. The great room included views, a large fireplace, cozy leather sofa, and open dining room/kitchen. And the outdoor sauna with a view-perfect.
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Kelli
August 2025
★★★★★
Absolutely stunning log cabin! The location on the lake is amazing — peaceful, private, and scenic. The cabin itself is spotless, cozy, and full of charm, with beautiful wood details. We loved having morning coffee with lake views. Tyler was very responsive and wonderful to work with. Truly the perfect Up North getaway — we can’t wait to come back!
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Lori
August 2025
★★★★★
We had a wonderful week at the White Birch Cabin. The cabin is beautifully decorated, clean, and has great amenities. It’s a very private and peaceful area with an amazing view of the lake. Tyler is very responsive and proactive to ensure you enjoy your stay. It was a lovely place to relax and unwind!
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David & Ashley
October 2025
★★★★★
By far the most comfortable stay we’ve ever had. It felt like our own second home. The house was impeccable and the views amazing. Tyler was a wonderful host and 10/10 we would recommend the White Birch Cabin.
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Brian
October 2025
★★★★★
Great place – stayed for a week with my wife, young son and in-laws. Very peaceful, beautiful location on Lake Michigan. Perfect place to disconnect and relax.
Cooked dinner at house most nights we were there. The home is spacious and stylish and had a well appointed kitchen. Tyler was a super communicative host.
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Hayley
September 2025
★★★★★
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The lake and beach are gorgeous and we had so much fun taking advantage of all the outdoor space. The cabin is beautiful, clean, and comfortable. Would definitely highly recommend and hope to return!
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5.0 · 52 reviews
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Lorie
October 2025
★★★★★
A lovely October stay with my sister & 6 great friends. Plenty space to spread out or be together. The kitchen was set up for gourmet cooking. And the deck….spacious, comfortable seating, cozy propane fireplace, and the best views of the lake. The great room included views, a large fireplace, cozy leather sofa, and open dining room/kitchen. And the outdoor sauna with a view-perfect.
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Kelli
August 2025
★★★★★
Absolutely stunning log cabin! The location on the lake is amazing — peaceful, private, and scenic. The cabin itself is spotless, cozy, and full of charm, with beautiful wood details. We loved having morning coffee with lake views. Tyler was very responsive and wonderful to work with. Truly the perfect Up North getaway — we can’t wait to come back!
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Lori
August 2025
★★★★★
We had a wonderful week at the White Birch Cabin. The cabin is beautifully decorated, clean, and has great amenities. It’s a very private and peaceful area with an amazing view of the lake. Tyler is very responsive and proactive to ensure you enjoy your stay. It was a lovely place to relax and unwind!
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David & Ashley
October 2025
★★★★★
By far the most comfortable stay we’ve ever had. It felt like our own second home. The house was impeccable and the views amazing. Tyler was a wonderful host and 10/10 we would recommend the White Birch Cabin.
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Brian
October 2025
★★★★★
Great place – stayed for a week with my wife, young son and in-laws. Very peaceful, beautiful location on Lake Michigan. Perfect place to disconnect and relax.
Cooked dinner at house most nights we were there. The home is spacious and stylish and had a well appointed kitchen. Tyler was a super communicative host.
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Hayley
September 2025
★★★★★
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The lake and beach are gorgeous and we had so much fun taking advantage of all the outdoor space. The cabin is beautiful, clean, and comfortable. Would definitely highly recommend and hope to return!
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Angelica
May 2025
★★★★★
This was an amazing and relaxing stay! The home was so beautiful and clean! We enjoyed mornings of the porch with amazing coffee! If you are looking for a place to disconnect but also enjoy some amazing local spots this is the place for you! We can not want to come back here next year and hope to make this spot a tradition for our family !
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Megan
September 2025
★★★★★
A slice of heaven on earth! This place was absolutely amazing 🤩 the cabin was beautiful but the view is unmatched. Having the beach at our fingertips was the best! This place is well above stocked, Tyler really thought of everything from all the kitchen accessories to the beach toys and everything in between! We loved hanging out on the large deck and spent almost every morning and evening around the firepit. We took Tylers recommendation of having chef Betsey cook for us one night and O MY GOSH..the best meal I have EVER had!! We can not wait to come back to this place and make even more amazing memories!
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Jeff
July 2025
★★★★★
What an amazing place! The cabin and location are beautiful. Everything was clean and in working order. The water is so clear, and it was great to be able to use the kayaks, paddle board and beach chairs. Our family thoroughly enjoyed this trip and hope to be able to come back next year!
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Nancy
June 2025
★★★★★
My family and I had a wonderful vacation at Tyler's place. The cabin was gorgeous, the views were incredible and the sunsets were phenomenal. Tyler did an excellent job communicating everything that I needed to know in a timely manner. This place is definitely deserving of 5 stars. We enjoyed the outdoor games, the indoor games, the kayaks, the paddle board and the sauna. The walks on the beach were fabulous and we loved that we basically had the lake to ourselves. It was definitely a vacation to remember. Thank you for providing us with so many beautiful memories!
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Brittany
June 2025
★★★★★
A wonderful cabin to relax and enjoy time as a family! It was so peaceful, quiet, beautiful sunsets and we enjoyed all the wildlife! One of our favorite things was the kayaks and paddle board to enjoy the smooth, clear lake. We loved our stay!!
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Stacey
June 2025
★★★★★
Absolutely incredible stay at the White Birch Cabin with our family - 6 adults and 3 kiddos. The cabin is really nice, clean, and full of new amenities. We enjoyed a ton of time on the deck and down at the beach. We used the kayaks and paddle boards everyday on the calm bay. We also enjoyed a short drive to Charlevoix to check out the town and do some shopping. Tyler was super responsive to any questions we had while we were there. Would 100% return! Thanks Tyler!
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Brad
September 2025
★★★★★
White Birch Cabin was an amazing place to stay. We had 4 adults and 5 kids ages 2 to 9 in our group snd there was plenty of space.
Tyler was a great host, I messaged him a couple of times during our stay and he was very responsive and helpful.
The guide they put together is also extremely useful and worth a look.
The beach was fun, it is rocky in the water but sandy just up from the waterline and with water shoes is no problem. There’s a stream a few houses south that empties into the lake we spent many hours playing in with the kids. We don’t often vacation in the same place twice but we might make an exception here.
The cabin itself is stunning and a high quality build, truly a pleasure to stay here.
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Nick
August 2025
★★★★★
White Birch Cabin is comfortable & clean. We enjoyed the provided kayaks, fire wood and crystal clear water.
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Stephanie
August 2025
★★★★★
Beautiful and well appointed cabin! Gorgeous views, great location with lots to do. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our visit and hope to be back!
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Laura
February 2025
★★★★★
The white birch cabin is perfect. It's rare to find a rental so spotlessly clean. It was immaculate! And really comfortably furnished and supplied. The kitchen is easy to cook in, there are games, puzzles, books, and the cabin itself is beautiful with a really striking view and setting. Really. Its perfect. ( I rarely write reviews, but the white birch cabin really stands out)
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Tami
January 2025
★★★★★
We had an amazing stay at the White Birch Cabin! The decoration is beautiful, the view of the lake is awesome and it felt cozy for my whole family - all 5 adults and 2 little kids really enjoyed both inside and outside spaces of the cabin. Tyler always responded quickly whenever we messaged him. We hope to be back in the summer!
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Steve
November 2024
★★★★★
Excellent stay! We look forward to coming back. Very quiet, very clean, organized, comfortable and on and on. Everything was fantastic. I’m a stickler for cleanliness and I felt like this was the most pristine airbnb we’ve ever stayed at. Completely comforting and home-like. Thank you for a wonderful few days!!!
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Jacqueline
October 2025
★★★★★
This was a beautiful place that was so cozy and relaxing. The home looked exactly like the photos. We enjoyed our stay and would love to return.
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Angie
May 2025
★★★★★
500 STARS! The beauty and peace was overwhelming. The cabin was SPOTLESS and decor was perfect! So many thoughtful touches that made this a wonderful experience. Plenty of towels, cozy linens and blankets, robes, 3 fire places/pits to stay warm, and a kitchen that has everything you need! Although...you'll want to stay out on the deck your entire stay because it is breathtaking! Tyler was very kind and patient with all of my questions...helping me navigate planning a trip to a new area (from Florida). We really loved coming back to this cabin at the end of each day's adventure because it was such a calming and gorgeous place. The view alone deserves 5 stars! White Birch Cabin has a special place in our heart and we hope to return. Thank you for sharing this lovely slice of heaven with us!
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Nelly
April 2025
★★★★★
It’s was an amazing weekend great away! It’s a beautiful cabin with a brand new sauna !! You have a great view of the lake. Tyler is very friendly and accommodating !
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Tonya
April 2025
★★★★★
What an amazing place! Absolutely beautiful, clean and wonderfully decorated! Fully stocked with anything you would need. Tyler was very responsive and a great help. Would love to go back in the future. Highly recommend
Thank you
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Scott
December 2024
★★★★★
Great house with beautiful views of the bay that nicely accommodated 2 families with 4 big kids. Well located making trips to Petoskey and Traverse City and multiple area ski options accessible.
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Nora
December 2024
★★★★★
Amazing cabin with great views. We had an awesome Christmas here. We asked for a Christmas tree and Tyler went above and beyond by decorating the inside with decorations and leaving us an awesome gift with fun stuff for the kids to do. We loved our time here and will definitely be back!!
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Adam
November 2024
★★★★★
The place was just like the description. Everything we could need was provided. Better than advertised. I would definitely stay again. It certainly deserves a 5 star review.
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Cari
October 2025
★★★★★
Beautiful home in the perfect location. We will definitely be back!
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James
October 2024
★★★★★
This was by far the most beautiful Air BnB we have stayed in. The place was emaculate. The cabin was represented very well by the pictures...the term cabin does not do this house justice!! We enjoyed the spectacular views from the inside and the deck, and enjoyed a fire in a fire pit near the beach with wood provided by the host. We were blessed with visits from 3 swans that hung out all day in the lake and a pair of eagles who shared lunch on the beach in front of the cabin. The host, Tyler, had excellent communication and response time. We ended up staying an extra day that was available. Great Place for a family vacation or couples getaway!!!
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Sheryl
July 2025
★★★★★
Loved
The lake house. Views of the water and sunsets were incredible
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April
February 2025
★★★★★
Such a cozy cabin with absolutely gorgeous views. It’s evident in every corner of every room that it was thoughtfully and professionally designed.
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Iva
December 2024
★★★★★
The place was beautiful. Perfect for a weekend getaway and close to TC and other great places.
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Claudine
October 2024
★★★★★
Looking forward to returning. Amazing sunsets, well appointed house.
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Nikki
March 2025
★★★★★
What a gorgeous home and gorgeous spot on the Lake. Beautiful and comfortable!!
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Mary Beth
November 2024
★★★★★
Such a beautiful place & great experience! Highly recommend.
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Jason
October 2024
★★★★★
We stayed at the cabin for 3 nights, vacations are always too short, but this was enjoyable, professionally decorated cabin, everything felt right at home, games by the fireplace, and the kitchen was stocked with everything needed to cook. We'll definitely return back again sometime soon. Thanks again for letting us stay at your cabin
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Ty
Septemver 2045
★★★★★
This Air BnB was pristine (one of the nicest we’ve stayed in by a mile!) with a great open layout to see the view of Lake Michigan, spotless interior that is beautifully decorated, fully stocked kitchen & bathroom amenities. The property itself was private & peaceful with beautiful sunsets and a great beach. Will be staying again!
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Sneha
March 2025
★★★★★
Awesome place. Will definitely recommend others.
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Jerome
January 2025
★★★★★
Fantastic place, highly recommend !
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Khaled
October 2024
★★★★★
Thank you, Tyler, for a wonderful stay! Your home is easily one of the best we’ve stayed in. The design, furniture, and appliances were all high-quality, and the decor was beautiful. We loved the beachfront location and stunning lake views. Communication was seamless, and your quick responses made everything so easy. We also appreciated the late check-out accommodation. We’re looking forward to staying here again!
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Juan
September 2024
★★★★★
Easy finding the place and check in was a breeze. The place was spotless! Exceeded our expectations!! Tyler was great with all the information we would need. Such a relaxing getaway. Every amenity you would need inside and out. Will definitely be back!
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Nadia
August 2024
★★★★★
Couldn’t have dreamt of a better stay. This place is absolutely gorgeous. From the location (literally on Lake Michigan) to the incredible cabin with anything and everything you could need. This place is decorated beautifully and spotless. The best air bnb I’ve ever stayed in by far.
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Fraser
November 2024
★★★★★
Exceptional!
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Jen
October 2024
★★★★★
Cozy cabin, very clean and wonderfully appointed. Outdoor space was great and view of the water was tranquil.
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Tracy
October 2024
★★★★★
It was a perfect place for a parent and adult children vacation to catch up and celebrate a milestone birthday! The main floor master was perfect for the 70-year-old birthday girl and her spouse and the upstairs was perfect for their four adult children. Tyler communicated frequently, even sending us the wind warning on the day that it was very windy while we were there. The checkout instructions were perfect and on par, thankful for a fantastic host and one who’s reasonable about cleaning processes after staying in their property! It is a gorgeous place and a gorgeous location, and the digital guidebook was amazingly helpful! Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in that area! We had a wonderful time hanging out and enjoying each others company just like back when we were all kids!
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Jennifer
October 2024
★★★★★
Great time, beautiful beach and home, it was perfect, Tyler thought of everything. We will defintely be back, thank you so much for sharing your home with us!
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Pascal
August 2024
★★★★★
I have been to many Airbnb in the past and I have to say this place was the best of all. Everything is top quality luxury style. Organized clean , spotless. The attention to every detail is omnipresent everywhere. The view on the private beach from the house will make you feel like you are in a movie. Tyler is answering messages right away. For the price you are getting more than what you pay for. Games, kayak, paddle, fire pit, fireplace. Heat and AC all controlled with the latest technology. Also for the kids its safe inside and out. You are 20sec walk from your bed to a swim in the lake. We planned to visit the area but this house offers so much vacation feel that we decided to just stay and relax. Much more good things to say about it but the best way is for you to check it out for yourself you will be happy you did. Thanks again Tyler for making this jewel of a house available.
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Rajani
August 2024
★★★★★
We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay for our northern Michigan vacation than the White Birch Cabin. The house itself was gorgeous and everything inside was immaculate creating a cozy cabin vibe with a touch of elegance. The outdoor space was perfect for our family to enjoy meals together, talk by the fire and just take in the view and listen to the waves. We also loved having access to the kayaks and paddle board, the yard games and the large fire pit! The beach provided enough sand to sit in beach chairs, but also a ton of rocks to hunt for Petoskey stones. The host was extremely helpful, providing a visitor's guide to the area before arriving, and was very responsive to any and all communications. The location was also wonderful as it was off the beaten path, but close enough to explore small towns and check out some breweries/wineries. We truly had the "up north" experience we were looking for and can't wait to stay again!
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Christine
August 2024
★★★★★
Tyler's cabin was absolutely perfect!! He thought of everything. He sent us wonderful
digital guides that were written very well that walked us through anything we may need. His place was absolutely pristine! Everything was so well appointed. There was a large outdoor fire pit with plenty of adirondack chairs for guests closer to the beach area. The large deck was along both sides of the house and the back. It had a lot of sitting areas and a wonderful propane grill with furniture to gather around it. It was so much fun for my family to use the kayaks and the paddle board! We so enjoyed the shallow waters and found many Petoskey stones. It was the perfect indoor and outdoor space for us. Tyler responds quickly to questions and we were thrilled when he gave us a heads up about seeing the northern lights from there. Our stay at Tyler's place was more than we had hoped for. Such a wonderful place to retreat to with family and friends. We will definitely book again in the future.
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Paul
October 2024
★★★★★
Thai place is great. Highly recommend and will return when time allows. Wish we booked it for a longer time
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Yanalin
September 2024
★★★★★
Very nice new cabin. It was clean and spacious. We had a great weekend on the lake.
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Armend
September 2024
★★★★★
Great house and Tyler was a great host. I highly recommend!
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Wayne
September 2024
★★★★★
A+ host. Beautiful home. Great location. We will be back.
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Yustina
August 2024
★★★★★
Very beautiful house outside and inside, brand new. A large terrace with comfortable furniture, a grill, and a crazy beautiful view. The house is located right on the water, there are kayaks and paddle surf, chairs for relaxing on the beach. Music player with records, books for children, board games, even skewers to fry marshmallow. Crazy sunsets, quiet and privacy. Very beautiful interior in the house, everything is made with taste, every detail is thought out, everything is completely new, there is everything you need and even more :) we stayed with a family with two children, I planned to visit the nearby cities, but the house was so cozy and comfortable that I didn't want to go anywhere:) I will definitely come back here in the near future, this is the perfect place. There is a children's playground, restaurant, grocery store within 10 minutes drive. I fell in love with this house, I dream that someday I will have the same one:)