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Enjoy your very own Private Island! Seclusion and beauty await at Howard Island

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Howard Island, MI
  • Drummond Island Yacht Haven
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Williams Nature Preserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Rock Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Drummond Island, MI (DRE)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Drummond Island Yacht Haven - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Williams Nature Preserve - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Rock Golf Course - 14 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Les Cheneaux Islands - 83 min drive - 59.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bear Track Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Esther's Authentic Mexican Food - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pins Bar & Grille-Bowling Center - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chuck's Place Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Drummond Island Teepee - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Enjoy your very own Private Island! Seclusion and beauty await at Howard Island

Rent the entire island with two cabins to call your own! Howard Island is a two-acre, family-owned island, located just north of Drummond Island in the Potagannissing Bay, Lake Huron. It is one of the many beautiful islands that dot the bay. Howard Island is heavily wooded with Cedar trees, has puddingstone-dotted rocky shores (bring your watershoes!) and offers 360 degrees of breathtaking views. This kind of quiet, relaxation is a once in a lifetime opportunity!
The entire dock area has been replaced and upgraded as of May 2021 with shore power and water for your boat. We have also upgraded the water system and added a washer/dryer unit in the main cabin. It is a perfect home base for adventures or to hide from the world for a bit! Rent a boat from Yacht Haven or bring your own to get to and from Howard Island, along with cruising the beautiful bay. Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge is just a hop-skip away for hiking and swimming!
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free cabin features books, games, and a playground. Recreational activities include ecotours nearby, snorkeling nearby, and cross-country skiing nearby.

Property manager

Bryan Mulanix

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boating on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
2 total pets
Note from host: Well-behaved, house-trained furry friends welcome!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Main Cabin: bunk beds Hide-A-Way: ladder to loft

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: This is a quiet, relaxing getaway. No parties.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Enjoy Your own Private Island! Seclusion Beauty at Howard Island

Enjoy your very own Private Island! Seclusion and beauty await at Howard Island Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remote Retreat
Our family of 6 had an amazing week of respite at this beautiful destination. Leave behind the day to day, ditch clocks and tv, and enjoy jumping off the dock, playing games, and watching the sunrise/sunset! If you are looking to get away - Howard Island is a fantastic option.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place To Stay
We enjoyed our stay on Howard Island. You can't beat the views here. It was easier to get to than we thought, being so close to Yacht Haven. We plan on staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Best vaca ever, peaceful great boating and fishing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Nothing compares!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent adventure
Fantastic experience
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
We had a fantastic time on Howard Island. We have been coming up to this area for years and it’s such a special place. The cabin and everything on the island couldn’t have been nicer. There were plenty of blankets, towels, and kitchen items, everything you might need to cook and live comfortably. We met a family of mink and enjoyed many beautiful sunsets. We hope to be back soon. Thanks!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to getaway
The property was well taken care of Had all the amenities and then some. Was in a gorgeous location The owner Bryan was incredibly helpful and easy to get ahold of. The property manager Charles was awesome! Great experience! Can’t wait to do it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We stayed for a week, two families with kids ages 9-13. Just a magical place. Kids enjoyed fishing and exploring the island. Adults could relax without worry. Highlights were boating to the fossil ledges, the shipwreck off of little trout island and catching HUGE pike off the dock. Bathroom designed very clever for family sharing. The extra sleeping cabin is adorable and cozy. Boat rental from Yacht Haven easy and super close to the island. If you love Northern MI, boating and natural beauty this rental won’t disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of paradise
We had a wonderful time! The island is beautiful and we enjoyed the new dock and the beavers working on their lodge. Every evening I saw a belted kingfisher on the shore fishing for his dinner. The cottage and island are just so peaceful. There are water views in every direction. I really cannot say anything bad about the property. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kay H., DeWitt/MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Howard Island Cottage
This is a quaint cottage that has all the necessities you need to sit back relax and enjoy your time away.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin with incredible views
Wonderful stay on Howard Island, cabin was cozy, and comfortable; panoramic view of Lake Huron, sunrise and sunsets; I wish I could have stayed longer; well supplied kitchen, comfortable beds and bedding; very clean; internet is hit or miss, however you can go to Yacht Haven for internet if necessary; Lake Huron is very high this year, so be careful on the dock, partially submerged and slippery. Our friend's kids swam out front, and we enjoyed s"mores over the firepit. Very relaxing and rejuvenating place to spend time and unwind. I highly recomend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Edward P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location could not have been better
This cottage is absolutely awesome! Locations is perfect for the marina, and they are very nice and helpful. You see water out of every window in the living room. Your boat is literally steps from the front door. Boat house is convenient and another plus for boating gear. The only downfall is the dock, it needs upgraded and was not usable. The end of it is under water partially and very slippery. Tying off was a chore and it did beat up my boat when we had a spell of bad weather. One post on the inside of the dock is broken as well. I took my teenage daughters to this place, and they are hard to please and they had a phenomenal time. The younger girls had their own little cottage. I would recommend this trip and location. Just know you may have to improvise for the dock. We fished, tubed, and explored. With a new dock this is a 5 star trip all day long.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B., Juneau, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
Howard Island is a sanctuary and a gift! It is a mile from Drummond Island and easily accessible. Our boat rental from Yacht Haven was effortless. When we found the boat batteries dead after a storm and a bilge pump stuck on, the Yacht Haven responded immediately with new batteries. They installed them free of charge and told us where to fish. The island is pristine and magical. It is forested in cedars and birch with paths that wander you around the island. A great variety of standing stones dating back to the ice age decorate the ground. We were serenaded by gulls, geese, loons, kingfishers, sandhill cranes, and an eagle. The island has been owned by two families that have been loving stewards. The cabins, storage building, trails, forest, beaches and dock have been wonderfully maintained. The cabins are precious and very comfortable! The original spirit of the cabins have been respected and updated with creature comforts. The large craftsmen-style windows are beautiful, current and airtight. The living area windows afford a 270 degree view. You lay in the master bedroom with full views to the west and the south. Natural light fills the entire cabin. Knotty pine paneling throughout the cabins make them very warm and homey. A gorgeous heatalator fireplace, covered in local stone, kept us warm during a gale. The island readily supplies all the wood and kindling needed. The cabins have wonderful interior design that are a true pleasure to stay in. An owner or visitor is gifted with quiet and beauty while having electricity, backup propane light, running water, ample warm water, a fully functional kitchen and modern bathroom facilities. We saw Howard island on the internet 5 years ago. We grew up in Michigan and moved to Alaska 50 years ago. We are used to beauty. We were not disappointed! We stayed a week. We had days of sunshine for swimming, sunbathing and fishing off the dock. There were glorious sunrises and sunsets. We explored the surrounding islands by boat and caught over 60 perch. A gale moved in for a couple of days. The island and cabin kept us warm, comfortable and well provided for. We watched the storm, read and slept happily. This island is a well priced gem for both renting and purchasing. If we were younger and lived closer we would buy it. Howard Island has loved many families and would love yours!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mychelle S., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of Heaven!
We never wanted to leave! Enjoyed amazing sunrises and sunsets. Fished off the dock, bonfires at night with unbelievable stargazing. Cabin was stocked with so many thing- had everything we needed for meals, etc. right down to marshmallow sticks. Saw the nesting eagles on Harbor Island. Fishing was also great there - caught smallmouth bass,pike, and perch. My son and I swam around Howard Island (how many people can say they swam around an island!). There were 7 of us so the Hideaway cabin worked out great. It was a very quick boat ride back and forth to Drummond Island. Yacht Haven marina was very helpful and friendly. Golfed at the Rock, ate a few meals at the Northwood restaurant, and shopped at the local stores but spent most of our time relaxing on Howard Island. Such a great way to “unplug” (even though the wifi was better there than on Drummond!) and enjoy family time. Susan was extremely helpful and gave us some great tips for our vacation. We are already planning next years vacation. Thumbs up from our whole family (my husband and I, 3 kids - ages 26,24, and 21, plus my parents).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Columbus, Ohio

Great vacation on a charming island in Lake Huron!
Completely charmed! Our family of 8 had a wonderful vacation. This is a 1 acre island less than a mile from the marina on Drummond Island. The main cabin has a fireplace, a small kitchen & sleeps 4 comfortably. The bathroom is brand new and first class for an island cottage. There is also a second cottage/bunk house that is beautiful & can sleep 4 - 6 people. We loved watching & feeding the red squirrels on the island - they are fearless, entertaining, & enjoyed swiping my almonds. The owner is very helpful & thorough with her instructions. Cell phone service & WiFi is accessible while we were on the island, if you need it. We enjoyed boating around the lake & other islands on the pontoon boat we had rented from the marina. The owner had the local caretaker of the property meet us & give us a detailed tour of the island, complete with instructions about the cottages & island. You can watch sunrise & sunset by simply turning your chair around. We hope to come back next year. The owner's phrase "It's a magical place" was the perfect description!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017