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Nature Lover's Dream Home - Lake Views, Docks and Trails!

Nature Lover's Dream Home - Lake Views, Docks and Trails!

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Dockside Resort is very unique! So cool to hang out at the marina!
Year round fun and comfort. Those mega windows are great to see waves and deer!
Pull up with cars, trucks, trailers, or on snowmobiles. Lots or room for gear.
The 10x10 porch is great. Winter guests love to stash helmets, suits, and skis.
The hous overlooks the lake, and the nearly completed observation tower.

Overview of Nature Lover's Dream Home - Lake Views, Docks and Trails!

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space
  • Beach view

Explore the area

Gay, MI
  • Popular LocationThayer Lake17 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Bohemia39 min drive
  • AirportHancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)42 min drive
  • Popular LocationMichigan Technological University48 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Nature Lover's Dream Home - Lake Views, Docks and Trails!

The three spacious, private bedrooms have a queen, a queen, and twin beds and full closet for your luggage. The biggest bedroom also includes a queen sized futon, couch style, suitable for a single person. The large bathroom features a walk-in shower that measures 40x60" for plenty of elbow room. The kitchen shines with stainless appliances and modern comforts. Plus we provide lots of extras to add to the fun of hanging out, such as a coffee pot (we provide the coffee), a waffle maker, a crockpot, and a blender - for berry smoothies or adult beverages. There is grilling available for outdoor meals. We provide either paper plates or classy dishes, depending on how you want to dine for each meal.
A large attached porch is perfect for snowmobilers to unpack their gear and for bicyclers to safely store their bikes. Snowmobile trail #133 runs into our driveway. If 4-wheeling in your thing, there is plenty of room to keep trailers and gear on site. Mount Bohemia is just down the road.
We are situated at the official trail head for the 4 wheel trails and for the snowmobile trails. The grounds at Dockside include fire pits, large and small. Fishing, swimming, and sun-bathing are encouraged.
On the grounds, we have a stage for hosting musical acts. Plus we have a cabana that is wired with a refrigerator and roasting ovens for serving food and drinks to larger groups. Let us know if you plan to have an event of your own while you are with us. Weddings, reunions, and picnics. If you have any questions about what is included please feel free to send an email.

Property manager

Sherry Kauppi
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Replacement costs will be charged to renters for broken or stolen items. Extra guestsmustbeapproved.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 7
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

About the area

Lake Linden

Located in Lake Linden, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Lake Superior and Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Jampot and Prospector's Paradise. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Thayer Lake - 17 min drive
  • Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters - 33 min drive
  • Mount Bohemia - 39 min drive
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 43 min drive
  • Michigan Technological University - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gay Bar & Grill - 17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature Lover's Dream Home - Lake Views, Docks and Trails! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nature Lover's Dream Home - Lake Views, Docks and Trails!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature Lover's Dream Home - Lake Views, Docks and Trails!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature Lover's Dream Home - Lake Views, Docks and Trails! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lake Linden holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Superior and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Thayer Lake. Jacob's Falls and Houghton County Historical Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

deb T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Keeeenaq Experience
The property was interesting. Small nicely laid out campground. Cottage was large, clean, and comfortable. The Dockside Resort was close to many waterfall, small towns to explore, and beaches of Lake Superior. Everyone enjoyed the stay. Thank you Sherri and Bob for letting us enjoy your cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time Away
Spent several days relaxing and enjoying the cabin and UP.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
Above and beyond of what we expected! It was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying
Great stay again at Dockside. Cabin was clean and very well stocked. Great views of the lake and a good location to access the Keweenaw.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August 2022
Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sherry Kauppi

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We are the third generation to live and work on the property outside of Gay. Our grandfather began here as a commercial fishing operation. Now it is a recreation area that caters to those who enjoy nature. One side has a small campsite for up to 7 hook-ups. The other side has the rustic-luxe vacation homes. By January 2023 we should have four houses completely renovated. We have worked, played, picked berries, swam, and rested on these docks and this land since our earliest memories. The boys in the family went fishing for lake trout and whitefish, on Lake Superior with our Dad. The girls climbed on net reels and picked the berries. Bob, the host, lives on the site at this time and Sherry, the sister who is also a co-host, has a place in Hancock. The Kauppi family has been in the hospitality business for 3 generations as well. They owned and operated the Pilot House Resort, and the Isle Royale Ferry Service and later they built and ran the King Copper Motel, all in Copper Harbor. When he was a boy, our Dad, Sully, used to live in Gay in the winter and in Copper Harbor in the summer. He had cross country skied from Gay to Copper Harbor at times when there was no grooming on a trail. He told us funny stories of how they brought their cow from Gay to Copper Harbor and back. So our roots on this peninsula run deep and we are happy to share our love for the place with each of you.

Why they chose this property

The uniqueness of the land at Dockside is headlined by the view. Look over Lake Superior and see the Huron Mountains on the other side of the Keweenaw Bay. The spot is somewhat protected from the west winds, so it is often extra friendly for boating and water sports. The shoreline is sandstone with sections of clean white sand. Plus toward the town of Gay, there are sections of black sand left over from the former mill and mining activities in the area. On the other hand, when the wind blows in a storm from the east, we can enjoy watching some fabulous waves crashing as the water pounds on the breakwalls. Our facebook page highlights some pictures from those times. Nature creates dramatic photo opps for us in all seasons and in all weather.

What makes this property unique

Our houses also have a great story. In their former life, they provided housing for the Air Force personnel and their families at an air base near Gratiot Lake. The houses were moved to the site in Gay and are being renovated with love and care. They are great for couples and families who want to enjoy nature's rugged beauty. Lake Superior is in all her glory. If you also want modern comforts and all the amenities of a well maintained kitchen, for meal prep options, this is your place. We envision that the first house will be a favorite with our brides or the parents of the bride. We also hope that baby boomers will find it is the best of all worlds, a bit of luxury on the lake. Also we have had family reunion folks enjoy the house as couples from around the country came together to revisit their family stories.

Languages:

English

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