Rock Lake Retreat: (Iron Mountain, MI) Catch the First Warm Breezes & Stunning Sunsets This Spring | House in Iron Mountain

Rock Lake Retreat
SLEEPS: 4-6
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 1.5
* 2 Dogs Welcome
*Shallow, Rocky Lake. Best for fishing or Pontoon Boats!
*Grassy Shoreline, Swim right from the property!
Discover the peaceful beauty of Rock Lake Retreat in Iron Mountain, Michigan. Located on a shallow, rocky-bottom lake, this cozy home sleeps 4 to 6 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, making it ideal for small families or couples. Enjoy swimming from the grassy shoreline or take advantage of the provided kayaks, paddleboard, and rowboat for some fun on the water.
The lake is great for fishing, offering a relaxing spot to cast a line. In addition to the peaceful waters, the area is home to local wildlife, including foxes, deer, and blue herons, adding to the serene natural beauty. Whether you're looking for water activities or a quiet getaway surrounded by nature, Rock Lake provides the perfect setting for your next escape to the Upper Peninsula.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: Yes, the property has central air!
ATVs: Not allowed for use on the property.
Animals: Deer, loons, foxes, bald eagles, and blue heron are native to the area.
Bathrooms:
Main Floor: Full bath with shower
Loft Area: Half-bath
Beach/Swimming: You can swim directly from the property! The lakefront area is grassy, and the lake itself is shallow with a rocky bottom. Please note it is not at all sport lake.
Bedroom Configurations:
Primary Bedroom: Queen on the main floor
Secondary: Queen with half bath in the loft area
Additional Sleeping arrangements: Queen sleeper sofa on the lower level
Boats: Two kayaks, paddleboard, and a row boat are available for guests. Available Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Boat Launch: The boat launch is conveniently located next door.
Bugs: Mosquitoes are common in the summer months.
Cable: There is starlink cable!
Cell Phone Service: Cell service can be spotty in this area, we recommend using WiFi calling while at the house.
Coffee Maker: There is a 12-cup drip coffee maker with filters & coffee provided.
Distances:
Fumee Lake Natural Area: 28 minutes (16.9 miles)
Ford Dam Falls: 39 minutes (21.5 miles)
Piers Gorge Scenic Hiking Trails: 40 minutes (26.1 miles)
Mackinaw Bridge: 3 hours & 23 minutes (189 miles)
Madison, WI: 4 hours & 22 minutes (247 miles)
Dock: The dock is 18ft long, with a 3ft water depth at the end.
Drinking Water: Well water is used at this property. It is drinkable and has no odor.
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:
Main Floor: Remote-controlled gas fireplace
Lower Level: Remote-controlled gas fireplace
Fire-pit: Yes!
Fishing: Crappy, bluegill, and perch.
Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan. Click here to purchase your license online
Golf:
Timberstone Golf: 25 minutes (15.3 miles)
Pine Mountain Ski & Gold Resort: 25 minutes (16 miles)
Pine Grove Country Club: 28 minutes (16.8 miles)
Grill: There is a charcoal grill for guests to use. Charcoal and lighter fluid are not provided.
Grocery Store:
Aldi: 30 minutes (17.5 miles)
Walmart: 30 minutes (17.5 miles)
Handicap Friendly: There are no additional features to make this property handicap friendly.
Heat: Propane-forced air heat is used at the property.
Hunting: Hunting is not allowed on the property. Please follow all local and state guidelines if hunting in the area.
Internet: Yes! There is 300 MBPS WiFi here.
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let me know, and I'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases and bath towels.
Parking: 3 to 4 cars
Pets: 2 dogs welcome. Freshwater Vacation Rentals 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. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. 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.
Privacy: There is one neighbor next door, but a majority of the surrounding area is private state forest.
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. Click here to purchase your snowmobile trail permit.
Space: Loft, main floor, and walk-out lower level.
Seniors: There are 5 steps into the property, but there is a bedroom and bathroom on the main floor.
Televisions:
Downstairs Living Room: TV with streaming
Main Floor Bedroom: TV & DVD player
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: There is a stackable washer & dryer for guests to use.
Wood: There is a wood pile next to the shed that guests are welcome to pull from during their stay

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