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Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!

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Right on the shores of Lake Superior in Marquette's most remarkable location, this home offers wide, sweeping vistas and a tranquil atmosphere. With an open kitchen surrounded by tall windows offering a 180 degree view of the lake, you can watch your children play while sipping coffee or wine from your private deck.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9134 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

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About this property

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

Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!

Thanks for checking out our beach home!

This home is on Lake Superior in one of Marquette's most remarkable locations. It is one of only two privately owned homes that are on the beach and yet still in town, where you can park your car and walk to everything. With wide, sweeping vistas of Lake Superior and the Marquette lighthouse, this home is literally steps to McCarty's Cove, a family friendly beach noted in USA Today’s “Best Small Towns for Adventure”. This home is near it all and away from it all, all at once!

From your home you can walk the beach with your morning coffee and watch the sun rise, then in the afternoon you can watch your children wriggle their toes in the clean Lake Superior sand and splash in its crystal clear waters. Come evening you can enjoy a meal and glass of wine while listening to the sound of the waves.

Walking into the home you are welcomed by an open kitchen surrounded by tall windows offering a 180 degree view of Lake Superior. There is a sun room open to the kitchen that provides a place to relax and take in the sights of the lake, McCarty’s Cove, and the Marquette Lighthouse.

The first floor includes a dining room, a living room with a gas fireplace, a bathroom with a washer and dryer, and a bunkbed room. Upstairs you’ll find two bedrooms, a bathroom and a sun room with floor to ceiling windows ideal for watching 1000 foot freighters glide by on Lake Superior.

This home sleeps nine people and includes one master bedroom with a king sized bed, one bedroom with a queen sized bed, a second story sun room with a day bed, a first floor bunk bed room, and a queen size pull out couch in the living room.

The home is well-appointed with a kitchen stocked with plenty of cookware, plates, glasses, and utensils. The bedrooms have comfortable linens and down comforters. The home has two bathrooms with an ample supply of towels. The home also includes WiFi and a television in the living room with Netflix.

Outside the home is a large deck with an outdoor dining set and outdoor seating perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine while watching the waves roll onto the beach.

This is a four seasons home with a cool lake breeze providing air conditioning in the summer while protecting you late into the fall while you watch gale winds whip the waves into a frenzy from the comfort of your home. The home will keep you cozy during a U.P. winter storm and provide you a front row seat in the spring when the ice on the lake breaks up and ice bergs bob in the water.

If your ideal vacation involved parking the car for a week, you won't be disappointed. The city bike path is right in front of the home and you are walking distance to both the downtown and Third Street Village shops, restaurants, coffee houses, and brew pubs and within biking distance to Presque Isle Park. If adventure is on your list, you're just a short drive to waterfalls, vistas, and hiking, biking and running trails suited to any level of difficulty you desire.

Looking to exchange your "I do's" while overlooking Lake Superior? Please ask about hosting your wedding at the home. For an additional fee, the backyard can accommodate up to 60 chairs and the driveway can accommodate a 20' x 40' tent. Sorry, chairs and tent not included in the fee, but we can recommend a local vendor!

Please feel free to contact us so we can answer any questions you may have about the home or Marquette. We are locals and live just blocks away and are happy to help you make the most of your stay!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,444 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Marquette, MI

What's nearby

  • McCarty Cove - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Northern Michigan University - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Upper Peninsula Children's Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Superior Dome - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ore Dock Brewing Company - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Blackrocks Brewery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Vango's Pizza & Cocktail Lounge - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Stuckos Pub Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Portside Inn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Superior Retreat - enjoy sunrises, beach days, and wedding celebrations! located?

Nestled on the beach, this East Side vacation home is just steps from Lake Superior and McCarty Cove. Marquette Harbor Light and Marquette Maritime Museum are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 253 reviews
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly beautiful setting in a great town
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TannerLindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 4th time here and we’ll definitely be back! This place is the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older house that has been well taken care of. The art in the house is fantastic. The location is unbeatable, right on the beach and bike path. The house had everything we needed for 2 families.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An incredible place. Superior location. Close enough to walk to everything, beach right there, great amenities. Really nice property. So happy we chose this place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the beach house and once again, it did not disappoint. This is one of my very favorite rental homes and I’ve rented quite a few in the last 10 years. Greg and Kate are amazing hosts who are so generous in opening up their beautiful properties to others. I can’t say enough about the memories that we have created here and if you’re looking to do the same, I highly recommend The Beach House!! Jill R and Family
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

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

Charming Home With and Awesome View!

Greg and Kate were super communicative and very pleasant to work with and host from. 10/10 recommend -especially that view!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Great Location

Love this cozy home! Second time staying here and have enjoyed it both in the Summer and Winter! It’s a great location for all Marquette has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale P.

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

Awesome place!!

Great location, great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

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

Charming!

We love Greg Kate’s beach house! The house is always well stocked, tidy, and very welcoming. We enjoyed our time both inside and out! Thank you for providing a lovely, cozy, oneofakind home for our family’s spring getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

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

Awesome beach house!

Phenomenal property. Tons of space, well laid out, super comfy, great vibes. Easy beach and downtown access, even just walking. Very much as advertised, will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel S.

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

So peaceful

We really enjoyed our stay at this home. It was our second time staying. The location can’t be beat. The views of Lake Superior are just gorgeous. The home is very cozy and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Lake Superiority

This was our 4th stay at our very favorite VRBO!!! The hosts feel like family and are just as fabulous as their property. There is simply no better house in MQT.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

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

Beautiful beach house

Great location and great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Marquette vacation

This is an awesome place to stay. The location is amazing. 10 out of 10 - will hopefully stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was great. The view was amazing. It was close to downtown and Presque Isle.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

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

Family Vacay

Awesome property, easy access to the beach and beautiful views from the home!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

Loved our stay

Location was unbeatable. Best of all worlds! Cute and comfortable house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Great stay!

Great location, a clean and charming home! Love the view from the upstairs windows.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great location

We had a great time at the house
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Beautiful Beach House

Beautiful location right on the beach. House is clean and has everything you need to a fun family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

PERFECT!!

We had an amazing stay for our entire family. We loved the view, the space, and cleanliness. Thank you so much for sharing your place with us and we will definitely be visiting Marquette again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Weekend getaway and visit

The house was so quaint and homey. Perfect location for beach and town. We had a wonderful time exploring Marquette!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori E., Midland, MI

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

Lake Superior

Our stay was very enjoyable, clean, nice amenities and a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C., Clarkston, MI

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

Relaxing time away

Another wonderful stay at this comfortable house overlooking Lake Superior.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Great Getaway

Location was amazing for us. Loved the area and town of Marquette as it was our first trip to the U.P. Loved the trails, the backyard, and the beach. What a fun time for the fam.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024