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Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins

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Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Sauna
Floor plan
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Chassell, MI
  • Keweenaw Bay
    29 min drive
  • Michigan Technological University
    30 min drive
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    32 min drive
  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    44 min drive

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About the area

Pelkie

With a stay at this vacation home in Pelkie, you'll be 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Michigan Technological University and 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Keweenaw Bay. .This vacation home is 14.9 mi (24 km) from Lake Superior and 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from Mine Shaft.

What's nearby

  • Ojibwa Casino Baraga - 29 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 30 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 32 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 32 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 34 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Feed Mill Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Kitchen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Tapiola Mercantile - ‬7 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.

Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins

15 miles from Houghton/MTU


One of seven log cabins on Otter Lake in Michigan's western Upper Peninsula.
Come relax and take in the quiet beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Our seven log cabins overlook Otter Lake, a 900-acre sport fishing, paddling and boating paradise. Built by Finnish settlers in the 1930s, the cabins offer full kitchens and baths, cozy comforts and traditional Scandinavian décor.
Cabin #5 sleeps two and offers a cozy floorplan and large deck.
Features include:
1) Two-room efficiency: main living area + bathroom. Two twin beds.
2) Traditional Finnish wood frame construction with log trim
3) Kitchen includes sink, full size refrigerator and countertop burners (no oven)
4) Full bath with shower
5) Reserved parking next to cabin
The cabin also includes a 12-foot aluminum boat for your use. Canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards are also available. More than 300 feet of shoreline, two docks and acres to explore!
House Rules:
-No children are permitted to take a boat out unless accompanied by an adult. The boat operator is responsible for any damage, accident or casualty.
-No cleaning of fish in the cabin. There is a fish cleaning table with water, lights and waste pails behind the cabins.
-Absolutely no burning of the fireplaces. They are not operable.
-Dogs are allowed, up to 2 pets per cabin. There are additional pet fees (see add-ons).
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Christine Manninen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 205 sq ft (19 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Property is also known as

372595

Viisi (#5) - Cabin on Otter Lake, Manninen's Cabins Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derek P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
These cabins are so cool. Everything about them makes you think of up north. My wife and I had a wonderful stay. Everything was very clean and comfortable. Christine was the best host. We can’t wait to get back up there. Thank you again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 nights in the U.P.
A great property with many amenities, most of which I didn’t use.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, cozy cabin in the UP
Christine was a great host. The cabin was cute, very clean and nice. We enjoyed the sauna too.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and relaxing
Very nice cabin and setup. Beautiful lake to go out on, absolutely wonderful getaway. The sauna was amazing! Christine was amazing, very friendly. Everything was more than i imagined it would be.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet on a beautiful lake
Cabins are small and rustic but very clean. Boats (small motors, kayaks and canoe) for use by guests allow a leisurely tour around the peaceful Otter Lake. Picnic table plus campfire ring right on the lakeshore. Cabins are about 30 minutes from Houghton/Hancock. Host is excellent; available but not intrusive. Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet qnd peaceful
Excellent! Very clean and hospitable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hospitality Plus!
Owner is descendant of original property owner, so there is a deep emotional investment in the place and it shows. Christine is very helpful and accommodating and the property is conducive to a pleasant stay for all age levels.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Up North Cabin
Very clean cabin in a great location to explore the Western UP. Christine was a fantastic host with great communication. Will certainly visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet north woods cabin
This beautiful cabin in the upper peninsula is well cared for, clean, and quiet. The property is on a beautiful lake with lots of wildlife.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect!
Beautiful location. So peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
BEAUTIFUL!!
Incredibly beautiful location. The cabin we stayed in was small, but posed no problems, if anything it put another level of entertainment. The property is clean, well maintained, and managed perfectly by Christine the owner.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

sue k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Experience living in the U.P.
It's a nice location for hanging out and not going anywhere, or doing day trips around the U.P.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
It was quiet and nice. Mosquitoes were very bad and beds were small twins. But loved the place boats were available to be used.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loraine Z., Traverse City

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and Peaceful Place
Tiny living at it's finest! Couldn't been happier!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Joyce V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small but extremely clean.
Good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin on a beautiful lake
The cabin was equipped with all the essentials. The beds were very comfortable- better than in many hotels. The cabin came with use of rowboats and kayaks- SUPs also available- on a clean large lake. All way better than expected for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet time in nature
I was there for a quiet retreat and I found the cabin comfortable and meeting my needs. Chris was very respectful of my requests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall color at Otter Lake
Had a wonderful visit to a place I first visited many years ago. The cabins are well appointed, comfortable, and very cozy. Christine, the owner, has lovingly maintained this beautiful property on the shore. A perfect fall retreat for me, Kirsten, and the pups!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Foliage Trip
We were looking for a little change of scenery since traveling during 2020 left us feeling a little uncomfortable. The cabin was a perfect spot to spend the nights as we drove through the Keweenaw Peninsula and Porcupines for Fall Color. Cabin was clean and adequately equipped for cooking simple meals. Very centrally located yet far enough from towns to be quiet. We did not use the lake but imagine it would be enjoyable in better weather. The cabin itself is compact, adequate for 2. Christine was very welcoming as a host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shirlee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our wedding
Manninen cabins is one of THE BEST places to stay at. We held our wedding ceremony there and the owner went above and beyond her call of duty to make sure everything was perfect for us. We rented all the cabins for our wedding party and we will for sure be back again. I would recommend this place for your stay!

10/10 Excellent

09PerfectPitch

Liked: Cleanliness
tim and sean
Christine, thanks had a great time. hope to see you next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cassie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Wonderful place to stay and get away from it all. The sauna is amazing and so relaxing after a long day. Christine is really great and very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Get-Away
It was just what we needed to meet up with our family in the Upper Peninsula for a few days. We will be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shelby C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay in the Keweenaw Penisula!
Christine is an amazing host that is very accommodating! We stayed over Labor Day weekend and had an amazing time. Although we weren’t at the cabin much, there were all the amenities you could need right there. The cabin had a very cute rustic charm, and outdoors the view was incredible. Christine also has lots of water toys available. This was the perfect place to stay for us, we really enjoyed that it was dog friendly. Great location, better view, and the best host we could ask for. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time!
I had a great time in my little cabin! It’s perfect for one person and a medium size dog. The bathroom might be tough for someone extremely tall — it’s very compact — but it was fine for me. However the super bonus is the Finnish sauna. I wish I’d used it more! The lake was beautiful and it was very quiet. Christine was extremely accessible. I couldn’t say enough good things!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020