Interested in booking Cedar Cottage UP? Please read our booking policies and procedures below.
We rent out the cottage during the spring, summer, and fall—typically from late May through mid-October. Reservations are made in one-week increments (7 days, 14 days, etc.), with check-in after 4pm and check-out before 10am on Fridays.
Over the years, we’ve built a community of trusted guests who return annually, incorporating a regular stay at the cottage into their lives. Each October, we send out an email with rates and available dates for the upcoming season. Guests then reply with their preferred week(s), and we do our best to accommodate everyone. Once dates are confirmed, we send a Rental Agreement and collect a booking deposit.
If you'd like to join our mailing list for the 2026 season, please email us at cedarcottageup@gmail.com with a brief introduction about yourself and your group—we enjoy getting to know our guests before welcoming them into our home. We do not rent Cedar Cottage out for parties, large groups, or events. To help preserve the integrity of the cottage and respect our neighbors, we are selective with our bookings.
Have questions? Check out our FAQs below. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to email us at cedarcottageup@gmail.com.
Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM, both on Friday. Please note that Marquette is in the Eastern Time Zone.
Early check-in or late check-out are not available. This allows for the cottage to be cleaned and maintained between guests.
Access details will be provided before your arrival.
No, the cottage is self-check-in. However, we’re available by phone or email if you need assistance.
Absolutely! We love referrals from past guests. Feel free to share our website or email address with them, and have them get in touch with us directly.
We rent the cottage in 7-day increments only. Shorter stays are not available at this time.
No, we do not allow parties, large gatherings, or events. This helps us preserve the cottage's peaceful atmosphere, minimize wear and tear, and be respectful of our neighbors.
Our cancellation policy is outlined at the time of booking. Please review carefully before reserving.
Yes, a refundable security deposit is required and will be returned after your stay, provided there is no damage.
Guests must be at least 30 years old to book the cottage.
Only registered guests are allowed. Please contact us if you’d like to discuss visitors during your stay.
Tenants or guests may not smoke in the cottage or on the property (this includes the decks and grounds).
We do not allow fireworks.
We provide some limited linens: dish towels for the kitchen, hand towels for the bathrooms, and comforters with duvet covers for the beds. You must bring your own towels and bedsheets.
There are two queen-size beds, two twin-size beds, and one full-size futon.
Twin waterproof mattress covers are provided (in the attic bedroom closet) and must be used with young children.
There is a washer available for guest use, but no dryer. There are clotheslines outside and in the basement for drying clothes.
Yes, the kitchen includes cookware, utensils, and appliances for meal preparation.
Yes, the tap water at the cottage is safe to drink. However, because of the naturally high iron content in the local soil, it can have a metallic taste. We use it for cooking, but for drinking, we provide 4 gallons of Marquette city tap water for your convenience. If you need more drinking water, you’re welcome to purchase additional jugs or refill yours at the nearby spring at Kassel's Korner. Extra empty water jugs can be found in the Lazy Susan corner cabinet in the kitchen.
Yes, we provide starter supplies of essentials such as toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, and trash bags.
Yes, there is a charcoal grill available for guest use. Please clean it after use.
The cottage is equipped with both heating and a gas fireplace, but no air conditioning. There are several fans in the upstairs bedroom closet should you need them.
Yes, the cottage includes a TV with streaming access. You will need to login with your own streaming accounts and erase your login information before departure (instructions are provided).
Yes, we provide a large library of books and some games and puzzles for your enjoyment.
Yes! The cottage has high-speed Wi-Fi with a 100 Mbps connection delivered via fiber optic from Spectrum. It’s fast and reliable—perfect for Zoom calls, checking emails, and handling most remote work tasks.
Most carriers have reliable service at the cottage, and we have never had any issues with coverage.
Yes, a smart TV and HDMI cable are available for connecting your devices.
Most likely! We welcome small to medium-sized, well-behaved dogs as long as our Dog Rules are followed. If you’d like to bring your dog, please email us so we can confirm the details.
Dogs should be leashed when outdoors, unless they are in the fenced-in yard. Please keep them off of the dune as it is fragile. The beach and many nearby trails are great for dog walks.
Unfortunately, no. We don’t allow cats due to the number of guests with allergies.
No, there isn’t a fire pit on the property. However, guests are welcome to enjoy small beach fires (within 3 feet in diameter) in front of the cottage. Please make sure all fires are completely extinguished before leaving them unattended.
In Michigan, the public has the right to walk along the shores of the Great Lakes—including on privately-owned beaches—thanks to the public trust doctrine. In practice, you may occasionally see people walking past the cottage along the waterline, but they typically don’t linger. The stretch of beach in front of the cottage is quiet and peaceful.
We do not provide recreational equipment, but rentals are available nearby in Marquette.
Yes! There are many hiking trails and local attractions within a short drive of the cottage. See our Guide to Marquette for more information and our local recommendations.
The nearest grocery store and restaurants are approximately a 10–15 minute drive from the cottage. See our Guide to Marquette for more information and our local recommendations.
Yes! See our Guide to Marquette for our local recommendations for restaurants, activities, and attractions in the area.
Yes, you'll find a printed guidebook in the cottage with our favorite local spots and suggestions. You can check out our recommendations online in our Guide to Marquette.