Huron Shores Hideaway

HURON SHORES HIDEAWAY SLEEPS: 7 (Futon available for additional sleeping) BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 2 * WATERFRONT ON LAKE HURON * SWIMMING FROM PROPERTY * SANDY BEACH * PET FRIENDLY * BIKE TRAILS **HOT TUB Welcome to Huron Shores Hideaway – our private beach house located on a wooded lot directly on a sandy beach on Lake Huron! The property offers amazing lake views from the minute you walk in, as well as from the comfortable seating on the oversized deck. Down the approximately 40 stairs there is a private beach area with a fire pit and miles of secluded beach at your disposal. 2 kayaks and a standup paddleboard are provided. The sunrise trail runs directly in front of the property and the 40 Mile Point Lighthouse and the Hoeft State Park are both within a 5 to 10-minute bike ride. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Air Conditioning: No central air, however, the two Queen bedrooms have window A/C units ATV’s: Not on property Bathrooms: Main Level: Shower, toilet, sink Lower Level: Shower/tub, toilet, sink Beach/Swimming: Yes, sandy beachfront (there are over 40 stairs to beach) Bedroom Configurations: Main Level: Primary Bedroom: Queen size bed with 50"TV Secondary Bedroom: Queen size bed Bunkroom: Twin/Full Bunkbed Lower Level: Additional sleeping: Futon Boats: 2 kayaks, and paddleboard available for use Memorial Day through Labor Day Boat Launch: Hammond Point Boat Launch-9 min(7.2 miles) Cable: No traditional cable but TV’s are capable of streaming Cell Phone Service: Can be spotty at times, best to use WIFI calling when at property Coffee Maker: Drip and Keurig are available. Coffee, filters and K-cups provided Distances: * Black Mountain Trail System: 25 minutes (18.9 miles) * Headlands Dark-Sky Park: 59 minutes (54.7 miles) * Mackinac Bridge 1 hour (55.8 miles) * Petoskey/Harbor Springs: 1 hr 13 min (65.9 miles) * Roger’s City: 8 min. (6.4 miles) * Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 2 hr 18 min (131 miles) * Traverse City: 2hrs 26 min (128 miles) * Tunnel of Trees: 1 hr. 18 min (71.2 miles) Nearby: * P.H. Hoeft State Park - 3 min drive * 40 Mile Point Lighthouse – 5 min drive * Rogers City - 6 mile drive: Seagull Point Park Presque Isle County Historical Museum Rogers City Marina Restaurants and pubs * Ocqueoc Falls - 20 min drive Dock: Not available at property but you can launch Kayaks from beachfront Drinking Water: Drinkable well water Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city. Fireplace: Electric fireplace with heater Fire-pit: Yes, on the beach Fishing: Smallmouth Bass, Salmon, and Walleye are popular shore fishing targets Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan. Fishing Poles: Please bring your own Golf: Rogers City Country Club 14 min(11.5 miles) Grill: Propane grill available for use Grocery Store: Family Fare Supermarket 8 min(6.1 miles) Handicap Friendly: Nothing has been added for accessibility Heat: Gas Furnace Hot Tub: - Open year round! Hunting: Not on property Internet/WIFI: Yes Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels. Parking: 3-4 cars Pets: 2 DOGS ARE ALLOWED- Property Manager currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Dogs are not allowed on the sofa, but if this cannot be effectively enforced, please use the provided dog blankets to keep it covered. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we’ll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed. Basic dog necessities such as bed, bowls and doggie bags are provided. Privacy: Neighbors within view Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground. - Northeast Michigan Snowmobile Trail System (NEMT) Distance: 2-5 miles (about a 5-10 minute drive) This trail system connects many areas in Northeast Michigan, and you can easily access the trails from Rogers City. - Presque Isle County Snowmobile Trail Distance: 2-10 miles (about a 5-15 minute drive) The local trails are directly accessible from Rogers City, and they connect with the broader regional trail system. - Alpena County Snowmobile Trails Distance: 25 miles (about a 35-minute drive) The trails in Alpena are a bit farther south, but you can easily connect to them via local roads or trails. - Thunder Bay Trail System Distance: 35-40 miles (about a 45-minute drive) The Thunder Bay trail system is slightly farther to the south of Rogers City, near Alpena. **Please trailer to trails** Space: Single level home with basement Special Features: Foosball Air Hockey Workspace Seniors: Welcome, but there are a lot of steps to and from the beach Televisions: Primary Bedroom: 50" streaming TV Living Room: 65" streaming TV" Towels: All bath, beach, and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided Water: Well (drinkable), yet please bring bottled water if you are particular with the smell or taste. Wildlife in area: deer, fox, coyotes Winter Activities: * Snowmobiling Trails -Northeast Michigan Snowmobile Trail System (NEMT) Distance: 2-5 miles (about a 5-10 minute drive) - Presque Isle County Snowmobile Trail Distance: 2-10 miles (about a 5-15 minute drive) - Thunder Bay Trail System Distance: 35-40 miles (about a 45-minute drive) ~Please trailer to trails~ * Ice Fishing - Lake Huron (Ice fishing spots) Distance: Direct access from Rogers City, about 2-5 miles to nearby locations along Lake Huron. - Long Lake Distance: 8-10 miles (about a 15-minute drive) - Grand Lake Distance: 15 miles (about a 25-minute drive) * Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing - Presque Isle County Recreation Area Distance: 8 miles (about a 15-minute drive) - Thornhill Nature Preserve Distance: 10 miles (about a 20-minute drive) - Rockport State Recreation Area Distance: 10-12 miles (about a 15-20 minute drive) * Winter Hiking & Scenic Views - Rockport State Recreation Area Distance: 10-12 miles (about a 15-20 minute drive) - Huron Sunrise Scenic Byway Distance: You can access it directly from Huron Shore Rd, with the byway running along the shore and offering scenic views for several miles. * Downhill Skiing - Nub’s Nob & Boyne Highlands Resort (Petoskey area) Distance: 95-100 miles (about 2 hours’ drive south) * Sledding & Tubing - Local hills and parks for sledding Distance: Typically within 2-5 miles of Rogers City, with parks or smaller hills available. Wood: Not provided. Please bring your own