10/10 Excellent
Mary D.
Feb 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A gem
Mary D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Entire home
BIG Townhouse in Central U.P. on Garden Peninsula near Lake Michigan, 1 HR to Pictured Rocks
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m
Popular amenities
- Pet friendlyPet friendly
- Breakfast includedBreakfast included
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Air conditioningAir conditioning
- Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
Explore the area
Michigan, Garden
- Garden Golf Club3 min drive
- Fayette Historic State Park10 min drive
- Hiawatha National Forest21 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
BIG Townhouse in Central U.P. on Garden Peninsula near Lake Michigan, 1 HR to Pictured Rocks
You will love the serene setting of the Garden Grove Apartment. Nestled in a cedar stand, this unit is part of the Garden Grove Retreat complex situated on nearly forty wooded acres in the village of Garden, Michigan.
Close to all the central U.P.'s best attractions - Pictured Rocks, Fayette State Park, Kitch-iti-kipi (Big Springs), Tahquamenon Falls, Mackinac Island, Marquette, Iron Mountain Iron Mine, and more! 10 minutes from Fayette and Tylene's sand beaches. Hunting on MI state land nearby, fishing in Garden Bay, Big Bay de Noc, Fairport Lake Michigan access. Cross-country ski at Fayette, Indian Lake, Rapid River. Snowmobile trail accessible at Garden Corners. Golf at Garden, Nahma, Stony Point Golf Courses.
The unit has a private exterior entrance accessible from State Street or through the main lobby.
Parking is onsite. Easy self-check-in. Host is available by phone or text if needed.
The space is the former priest's apartment for the Marygrove Retreat Center. The spacious apartment has all the amenities of home yet in a nature retreat setting. 3 bedrooms upstairs: two king bedrooms and one bedroom with 2 twin beds. Both bathrooms are located in the king bedrooms, so the twin room will need access to one of them. The apartment is part of the larger Garden Grove Retreat, a getaway destination in the central Upper Peninsula.
You will have access to the full apartment plus almost forty acres of grounds, yours to explore! Please note there will be other guests on-property.
A smart TV is located in the living room. Free Roku programming with Netflix is pre-loaded for your enjoyment. Feel free to stream your own channels. No cable or satellite.
You will want to fly into Escanaba (ESC) or Marquette (MQT) airports and rent a car to drive to the Garden Grove Apartment. 50 minutes from ESC, 75 minutes from MQT. Or, an easy drive from anywhere in the U.S.
Garden Grove Apartment is just a few minutes from Bay access at the Garden Bay boat launch. Sand beach swimming is nearby - 10 mins to Fayette State Park beach, 10 mins to Tylene's at Garden Corners, 20 mins to Rogers Park in Thompson. Snail Shell Harbor at Fayette Ghost Town is a great place to explore and fish off the dock. You can get chartered boat tours of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore or rent a pontoon boat - 1 hour north.
Close to all the central U.P.'s best attractions - Pictured Rocks, Fayette State Park, Kitch-iti-kipi (Big Springs), Tahquamenon Falls, Mackinac Island, Marquette, Iron Mountain Iron Mine, and more! 10 minutes from Fayette and Tylene's sand beaches. Hunting on MI state land nearby, fishing in Garden Bay, Big Bay de Noc, Fairport Lake Michigan access. Cross-country ski at Fayette, Indian Lake, Rapid River. Snowmobile trail accessible at Garden Corners. Golf at Garden, Nahma, Stony Point Golf Courses.
The unit has a private exterior entrance accessible from State Street or through the main lobby.
Parking is onsite. Easy self-check-in. Host is available by phone or text if needed.
The space is the former priest's apartment for the Marygrove Retreat Center. The spacious apartment has all the amenities of home yet in a nature retreat setting. 3 bedrooms upstairs: two king bedrooms and one bedroom with 2 twin beds. Both bathrooms are located in the king bedrooms, so the twin room will need access to one of them. The apartment is part of the larger Garden Grove Retreat, a getaway destination in the central Upper Peninsula.
You will have access to the full apartment plus almost forty acres of grounds, yours to explore! Please note there will be other guests on-property.
A smart TV is located in the living room. Free Roku programming with Netflix is pre-loaded for your enjoyment. Feel free to stream your own channels. No cable or satellite.
You will want to fly into Escanaba (ESC) or Marquette (MQT) airports and rent a car to drive to the Garden Grove Apartment. 50 minutes from ESC, 75 minutes from MQT. Or, an easy drive from anywhere in the U.S.
Garden Grove Apartment is just a few minutes from Bay access at the Garden Bay boat launch. Sand beach swimming is nearby - 10 mins to Fayette State Park beach, 10 mins to Tylene's at Garden Corners, 20 mins to Rogers Park in Thompson. Snail Shell Harbor at Fayette Ghost Town is a great place to explore and fish off the dock. You can get chartered boat tours of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore or rent a pontoon boat - 1 hour north.
Property manager
Nicole
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Free breakfast available
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Elevator
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Please no smoking indoors.
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In a village
- Near the bay
Things to do
- Golf on site
- Optional golf privileges on site
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks 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
General
- 1 unit
- Garden
- Unit size: 2,000 square feet
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Max 2 dogs. Inquire first about other pets.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Max 6 guests total, including children.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please contact host to inquire about events.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
1872
About the neighborhood
Garden
Located in Garden, this vacation home is in a rural area. Fayette Historic State Park and Manistique Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Hiawatha National Forest. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
What's nearby
- Garden Golf Club - 3 min drive
- Fayette Historic State Park - 10 min drive
- Hiawatha National Forest - 21 min drive
- Indian Lake State Park - 30 min drive
- Upper Peninsula State Fair Grounds - 51 min drive
Getting around
- Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
- The Dock at Bay Ridge - 4 min drive
- Sidetracked - 3 min drive
- D & J's On The Bay - 7 min walk
- Garden House Bar & Grille - 3 min walk
- Garden House Saloon - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is BIG Townhouse in Central U.P. on Garden Peninsula near Lake Michigan, 1 HR to Pictured Rocks pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at BIG Townhouse in Central U.P. on Garden Peninsula near Lake Michigan, 1 HR to Pictured Rocks?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at BIG Townhouse in Central U.P. on Garden Peninsula near Lake Michigan, 1 HR to Pictured Rocks?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is BIG Townhouse in Central U.P. on Garden Peninsula near Lake Michigan, 1 HR to Pictured Rocks located?
This family-friendly Garden vacation home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Michigan, Big Bay De Noc, and Garden Golf Club. Fayette Historic State Park is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) away.
Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Teresa R., Newport News, Va
Apr 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Room to Sprawl
Clean, comfortable and large unit to sprawl out and enjoy time w/ family while exploring the UP.
Teresa R.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
Jul 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf course cabin
Peaceful and relaxing visit to the UP. The cabin is well stocked and spacious with gorgeous views of the golf course and deer visits in the morning.
Susan R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jim S.
Aug 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Setting
Other than the washer and dryer not working, it was a wonderful spacious place to stay. Absolutely will rent again.
Jim S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeri B., Shelby Township, MI
Aug 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Great place, great location. Hosts get an A+++!!!
Jeri B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeri B., Shelby Township, MI
Aug 23, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
WOW- great stay in Garden!!!!
We were so impressed with our room. We had the 3 bedroom 2 bath with kitchen and loved the location and the set up of our little suite. Our location was fantastic to our friends who live less than a mile away. The communication prior to our trip was excellent and the breakfast (continental) was perfect. We spent 3 nights and wished we could have stayed longer. We did not have time to walk the grounds but everyone we met said it is beautiful. We will be back!!! Out of 5 stars, we give 10 stars!!!! Thank you!
Jeri B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
John & Anne M.
Jul 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Clean and comfortable
Living room and dining room are large. Kitchen is well-stocked with utensils and pans -- all that I needed for food prep. When I had questions, communication with the manager was easy.
John & Anne M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Luke B.
Oct 6, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Stay in the UP
The location was comfortable, convenient, and very clean! The wifi stopped working on our first night but was fine on the second night. The kitchen needs some more supplies but we were able to make it work. Thank you for the great stay!
Luke B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
suhas p.
Aug 20, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Hiawarha Forest
We enjoyed our stay here as the unit was nice and clean when we arrived. The putdoor area of the retreat was also beautiful and had plenty of areas to explore. The property is located about 1.5 hpurs from Pictured Rocks, which was beautiful. We would definitely come back here again!
suhas p.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Min Y.
Aug 6, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and great location
We enjoyed staying at Nicole’s place, very spacious and great location. It is very close to our favorite restaurant “Dock’s Bar and Grill”. The only thing I would recommend is to make this place more homey. Overall, we had good experience.
Min Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020