HEAVEN ROCKS!! Hear what silence really sounds like. Read our reviews! Heaven on Steven’s Lake overlooks this semi-private lake with a panoramic view of unspoiled shoreline located half way between Lake Superior and Lake Michigan. The location is ideal for day trips to the famous Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Fayette Historic Townsite, Kitchi-iti-kipi (Big Springs), National Wildlife Refuge, Grand Island, Shipwreck tour, along with many water falls and numerous light houses. Centrally located within the 500,000 acres that make up the eastern half of Hiawatha National Forest, there are multiple trail heads for day hiking trips, kayaking and canoeing, biking, fishing, and animal watching, all which lead to your 5 acre backyard and the forest that joins next to it. ATV rentals are located in Munising if you are seeking adventure and exploration on all the trails near Heaven on Steven’s Lake. Bring your bikes or rent one from the Ferry docks in town. There’s plenty to see. The home also offers both a fishing boat, 16’ canoe and 2 kayaks on site with life jackets for your pleasure. Both Munising and Manistique with their specialty restaurants are only 25 minutes in opposite directions with Lake Superior or Lake Michigan shorelines awaiting the agate rock hounds, sun-bathers, local craft seekers, casino players, and boaters. Heaven on Steven’s Lake provides the ultimate vacation location from door to trail for those looking to spend quality time as a family, and create everlasting memories!!!
Recently updated, this 2,000 sq. ft., 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sleeps 13 comfortably and features both an open layout and walk out basement on the lakeside. The well stocked kitchen includes a full size refrigerator, range, microwave, traditional drip coffee maker, K-cup coffee maker (bring your K-cups!), electric kettle for tea, toaster, pots & pans, slow cooker, waffle maker, plenty of dishes, utensils, spices along with a walk in pantry, and seating for eight. The kitchen and dining room open up to the spacious living room and entertainment center making it the perfect place to spend time together as a family. The modern tiled entry leads to carpeted floors which are highlighted by paneled tongue and groove aspen walls throughout the home for that Northwoods rustic charm with plenty of space for large families to gather or find quiet areas to enjoy. Acessed from the great room is a massive deck with a wrap around walkway and steps that lead out to the water. Relax on the deck, the downstairs patio, or the outdoor fire pit and enjoy the famous Michigan sunsets. No people, no regrets, just perfect solitude! Sit on the beach all by yourself and listen to the loons or watch the fish jump at the end of the dock. Then, put out the camp fire and crawl into bed with fresh, pure cotton sheets... Imagine...no one's going to bug you, no phone calls, no hassles.... all day long.
The master bedroom features a lake view with a log styled queen size bed and dresser to match, rustic nightstands, and a large closet. Two other bedrooms on the main floor offer queen size beds (new for 2015), ample closets, and views of the lake and wooded yard with mature hardwood and evergreen trees. One room offers a reading chair and dresser while the other has a twin bed; perfect for the young child that doesn’t want to be too far from their parents. The homeowners have recently upgraded all bedding complete with down pillows, high thread all-cotton sheets, quilted mattress covers and comforters. The bathroom on the main floor is roomy and has a large shower with bench, an adjacent laundry room, utility sink and plenty of storage. A new 48” Smart Full HD TV offers access apps to stream movies, connect to your social networks, or browse the Internet, all from your TV remote. If you have a Netflix account you can access your account direct from the remote along with Hulu, Pandora, and multiple USB plugs that allow external hard drive connections for your favorite home movies, videos, or pictures. Additionally, a brand new progressive scan DVD/CD player can play standard and home-burned music CDs, including those containing MP3 and WMA audio files. Also new for 2015 is a Sonos WiFi controlled stereo allowing you to connect and stream your entire music library, music services such as Pandora or Spotify, and hundreds of radio stations. Satellite TV and wireless connection complete your entertainment experience.
The fourth bedroom located downstairs is the largest of all and includes a queen bed, two twin beds, and a double bed along with an under-the-stairs children’s playhouse with toys making it a perfect getaway room for the kids. An open layout downstairs offers a second living room along with a flat screen television, satellite remote and DVD player. Included is a dinette table with seating for six overlooking the lake offering a place to play many of the children and adult games stored at the home or for the use of your wireless laptop. The second bathroom includes a tub shower and full amenities. All rooms downstairs lead out to the lakeside patio, fire pit, and beach areas.
Enjoy over 200 feet of lake frontage with a shallow sand beach on one side of the property and a softer beach on the other side with a 30' aluminum dock, perfect to tie up your boat! There is a gradual slope into the water - perfect for children to swim or fish off of the dock. There is also a public beach nearby that offers deeper access to a sandy beach including picnic areas and restrooms. Two general stores and one of the best restaurants with a 4.5 star rating is located but a few miles away even though you’ll never want to leave. Steven’s lake offers 15 acres of great fishing for pike, walleye, bass, perch, and bluegill. The boats or hiking trails allow you to explore the stream feeding the lake or the channel that feeds Little Steven's lake breached by a living beaver’s dam! The deck offers a large gas grill, charcoal grill, comfortable seating/tables, and bird feeders. Enjoy watching the abundant wildlife from the deck with a variety of migrating and local waterfowl, turkeys, deer, mink, beaver, and a pair of nesting eagles next to the house! The large yard includes a fire pit near the beach to enjoy the cool evenings with comfy chairs, glider, benches, and picnic table for meals outdoors, and enjoy stargazing.
The home offers a full catalog of maps, hikes, local restaurants/menus, equipment rental, and fun activities to do. We extend a warm invitation to you. Let Heaven on Steven’s Lake become your next happy vacation memory. You won't be disappointed.
Base rate is for 8 guests. The vrbo payment system automatically adds additional fees when more than 8 guests (adults and children) are entered. If you are not sure how many guests will be on the property, they can be added on just prior to arrival.