Cottage in Lake Linden

If it’s nature and quiet you want to immerse yourself in, stay here to get away from the hustle, bustle and noise of life. Amongst the woods and pasture at the end of a road less traveled awaits your humble, cozy cabin. 3 miles of maintained private trails, 2 ponds, woods, a .75 mile walk to a lovely spot on Lake Superior or a 5 mile drive to public sandy swimming beach, boat launch, and lighthouse. Launch your Keweenaw adventures from this simple yet well-appointed tucked away hidden gem! The space The cabin is at White Sky Woods, 240 acres where your hosts live (just across the road in a yurt) and steward the land - located in historic Jacobsville. Our family remodeled this vacation rental cabin which is built around the original and historic settler's hand-hewn cabin. This is the spot for hiking, snowshoeing, Lake Superior beaches, lighthouses, private sunsets, dark skies...or simply resting and recharging. Off the beaten path yet a great launching point for your Keweenaw adventures! Excellent for solo travelers, couples, friends or a small family! Get your dose of Vitamin N (Nature) - Guests have access to our 3+ mile trail system exploring woods, pastures, ponds and wetlands. A map is provided in the Welcome Binder. Trails are available year-round and groomed in winter for snowshoeing (as weather allows). Enjoy hearing only the sounds of nature. Observe the wildlife through sight and sound. It is not unusual to see deer, beaver, porcupine, sandhill cranes, eagles, song birds, and many more depending on the season. Guests can explore everything the Keweenaw has to offer with these popular destinations: • Lake Linden, 25 minutes • Historic Calumet, 30 minutes • Historic Hancock, 40 minutes • Downtown Houghton/Michigan Tech, 45 minutes • Copper Harbor/Brockway Mountain, 1 hour • Dozens of outstanding beaches around the Keweenaw ...and so much more! Need recommendations? Just ask! CABIN AMENITIES: *A casual and rustic living room nestled within the hand-hewn original log cabin walls. *TV with Chromecast so guests can view free options or access their own accounts on Netflix, Hulu, etc. DVD Player and large selection of DVDs for all ages. Selection of games, books, and puzzles. No broadcast or cable TV. *Record player with instructions for use and a selection of records. *High speed (Starlink)Wi-Fi. Most phones with AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon have good coverage in and around the cabin. *A full kitchen with all the basic amenities and a table that seats 4. Good lighting at the table for games, puzzles, or crafting. A hutch is available for you to store your groceries in. *1 Full Bathroom with shower stall. *1 Bedroom with 1 queen sized bed. *A large drying rack is available to hangdry beach towels and swimsuits. *Luggage stands in each bedroom and USB wall outlets for easy device charging. *1 Loft with writing desk and a futon couch for additional sleeping space. The futon folds out to a fullsize (double) mattress. Bedding is provided in the foot rest for use if guests use the futon couch for sleeping. Loft experience provides a peaceful place for reflection, writing, art, yoga or meditation. There are NO window coverings and NO door in the loft - it is open concept. Please consider this if you are using it as a sleeping space. *Bonfire pit, firewood and Adirondack chairs (these are available during non-snow months but put away in winter) for enjoying the night sky and evening sounds, maybe even a Northern Lights show! *Picnic table (this is stored away during winter/snow months). *Winter guests are welcome to borrow snowshoes (2 pairs available - just ask!). *Nature guidebooks to enhance your engagement with nature. *Cabin has two floors, with stairs to reach both the bedroom (with queen bed) and the loft (with futon). Please consider this as it may not be suitable for young children or people who are challenged by steps. *The lower level is built around the original settler's cabin and **has a lower ceiling height than modern homes.** ADD TO YOUR VISIT with these options (link with details will be sent upon booking and prior to your stay): >>take a 30-min complimentary tour of the gardens and hear a bit of our homestead journey >>choose a paid tour experience (Sandstone History Tour, Nature Immersion or Foraging) >>schedule a photo mini-session >>purchase freshly made homemade rustic bread, jelly and fresh garden produce which will be delivered to the cabin for your stay Guest access Guests have access to the entire cabin and to our trail system which navigates unique plant and wildlife habitat areas around our 240 acres. We ask you do not enter our gardens without permission. A pole barn is located nearby and is not for guest access. There is a door within the bathroom that is kept locked. This is our supply closet and not available for guests. Otherwise, the entire house is yours to enjoy. Other things to note >>Weekly discount of 10% off applies to reservations that are 7 nights or longer.<< There is a boat launch a few miles down the road that gives access to Lake Superior and the Portage River. Launch your own kayak, canoe or small boat. This is the Northwoods and we are not an in-town environment. You can expect encounters with all forms of wildlife (watching the deer browse, or the sandhill cranes with their colts...for example), which can be pretty awesome! These encounters also includes little critters like mice and bugs such as mosquitoes and flies. We maintain pest management prevention, but this is prevention and doesn't always guarantee elimination. Note for early summer visitors: As sure as it will be blistering hot and the sun will shine in the desert, so will the Northwoods have mosquitos and flies. This is nature in the Northwoods. Some years are better than others, unfortunately we cannot predict. Be prepared with coverage and bug spray to enjoy your stay. We are dog friendly! To keep our cabin dog friendly we rely on our guests to be responsible pet owners during their stay. *Guests are expected to pick-up after their dog(s)(bags and garbage provided), *Keep dogs leashed when outdoors (this is for the safety of your pet, for example to avoid wild encounters with animals like porcupines). *Dogs are family and we recognize the value of being able to travel with your pet, but we count on responsible pet owners to be able to offer a pet-friendly stay. Pet fee applies. 2 dogs maximum. Please be sure to add your pets to your reservation when booking. Check out our Guidebook for more details! We are happy to share specific recommendations for hikes, attractions, dining, etc. with our guests, just ask!