Rock Lake Retreat: The Ultimate Summer Escape!

Rock Lake Retreat: (Iron Mountain, MI) A Nature Lover's Paradise! Enjoy nearby hikes, Scenic views, and Golf within 30 minutes! The space Discover the peaceful beauty of Rock Lake Retreat in Iron Mountain, Michigan. Located on a shallow, rocky-bottom lake, this cozy home sleeps 4 to 6 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, making it ideal for small families or couples. Take advantage of the provided kayaks, paddleboard, and rowboat for some fun on the water. Rock Lake offers a relaxing spot to cast a line. In addition to the peaceful waters, the area is home to local wildlife, including foxes, deer, and blue herons, adding to the serene natural beauty. Whether you're looking for simple water activities or a quiet getaway surrounded by nature, Rock Lake provides the perfect setting for your next escape to the Upper Peninsula. Guest access Freshwater Vacation Rentals will email your arrival/departure instructions with door/lock box code. You will let yourselves in and out. Other things to note FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Air Conditioning: Yes, the property has central air! ATVs: Not allowed for use on the property. Animals: Deer, loons, foxes, bald eagles, and blue heron are native to the area. Bathrooms: Main Floor: Full bath with shower Loft Area: Half-bath Bedroom Configurations: Primary Bedroom: Queen on the main floor Secondary: Queen with half bath in the loft area Additional Sleeping arrangements: Queen sleeper sofa on the lower level Boats: Two kayaks, paddleboard, and a row boat are available for guests. Available May 1st until Oct 1st. Boat Launch: The boat launch is conveniently located next door. Beware: The launch does have more rocks than a standard launch. Also, even a standard 17.5 foot boat may find it challenging to launch in low water levels (as we have in 2026.) Bugs: Mosquitoes are common in the summer months. We do our best to keep them at bay by spraying the acre around home during mosquito season with a kid and pet safe option. Cable: While there is not traditional cable here, we do provide Starlink internet and a smart TV so you are easily able to access your favorite streaming apps. Cell Phone Service: Cell service can be spotty in this area, we recommend using Wi-Fi calling while at the house. Coffee Maker: There is a 12-cup drip coffee maker with filters & coffee provided. Keurig and K-cups available in lower-level bar area. Distances: Fumee Lake Natural Area: 28 minutes (16.9 miles) Ford Dam Falls: 39 minutes (21.5 miles) Piers Gorge Scenic Hiking Trails: 40 minutes (26.1 miles) Mackinaw Bridge: 3 hours & 23 minutes (189 miles) Madison, WI: 4 hours & 22 minutes (247 miles) Dock: The dock is 18ft long, with a 3ft water depth at the end. May 1st thru October 1st Drinking Water: Well water is used at this property. It is drinkable and has no odor. Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city. Fireplace: Main Floor: Remote-controlled gas fireplace Lower Level: Remote-controlled gas fireplace Fire-pit: Yes! Fishing: Crappy, bluegill, and perch. Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan. Click here to purchase your license online Golf: Timberstone Golf: 25 minutes (15.3 miles) Pine Mountain Ski & Gold Resort: 25 minutes (16 miles) Pine Grove Country Club: 28 minutes (16.8 miles) Grill: There is a charcoal grill for guests to use. Charcoal and lighter fluid are not provided. Grocery Store: Aldi: 30 minutes (17.5 miles) Walmart: 30 minutes (17.5 miles) Handicap Friendly: There are no additional features to make this property handicap friendly. Heat: Propane-forced air heat is used at the property. Hunting: Hunting is not allowed on the property. Please follow all local and state guidelines if hunting in the area. Internet: Yes! There is 300 MBPS Wi-Fi (via Starlink) here. Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let me know, and I’ll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases and bath towels. Parking: 3 to 4 cars Pets: 2 dogs welcome. Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we’ll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed. Privacy: There is one neighbor next door, but a majority of the surrounding area is private state forest. Space: Loft, main floor, and walk-out lower level. Seniors: There are 5 steps into the property, but there is a bedroom and bathroom on the main floor. Swimming: While there is not a traditional beach/ swimming area in front of the property, some of our guests have enjoyed the swimming in the shallow waters (with water shoes) and admis the lily pads. Televisions: Upper Loft Bedroom: TV with streaming capability Main Floor Living Room: TV with streaming capability Lower Level Bar Area: TV with streaming capability Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you! Washer and Dryer: There is a stackable washer & dryer for guests to use. Wood: There is a wood pile next to the shed that guests are welcome to pull from during their stay