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Ferns Folly: Waterfront on South Manistique Lake-Sleeps 6-EV Charger!
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Entire home
192 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking available
Explore the area
Curtis, MI
- South Manistique LakePlace, South Manistique Lake1 min walk
- Seney National Wildlife RefugePlace, Seney National Wildlife Refuge23 min drive
- Oswald's Bear RanchPlace, Oswald's Bear Ranch51 min drive
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ferns Folly: Waterfront on South Manistique Lake-Sleeps 6-EV Charger!
FERNS FOLLY
SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 3
Additional sleeping on Murphy Bed (Queen) in game room
BATHROOMS: 3
WATERFRONT ON ALL SPORTS SOUTH MANISTIQUE LAKE
SWIMMING FROM WATERFRONT AND DOCK ON PROPERTY
CAMERA ON PROPERTY
Ferns Folly is a mid-century lake house that was extensively renovated in 2025 with careful attention to preserving its original quirk and charm. The house sits on 3.5 secluded acres of woods with a 450-foot lakeshore and direct access to the Newberry-Germfask snowmobile trail. The property includes a beach cabin for games and private getaway.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: There are two mini splits for air conditioning. Game room is not air conditioned.
ATV's: Not on property
Animals: Fox, eagles, deer
Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1: Shower, Sink, Toilet
Bathroom #2: Shower, Sink, Toilet
Bathroom #3: Shower, Sink, Toilet
Beach/Swimming: There is swimming with a sandy bottom but no beach. Swim from dock or waterfront. Might want water shoes.
Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom #1: 1 Queen
Bedroom #2: 1 Queen
Bedroom #3: 1 Queen
*Additional sleeping on Murphy Bed (Queen) in Game Room
Boats: No boats provided at property. You can have your boat at the private dock, however.
Boat Launch: 3 miles away in Curtis or Wolf Point.
Bugs: Mosquitos and flies are common during the summer months and near the water. Bug spray is recommended.
Cable: There is no cable but there is a Smart TV.
Cell Phone Service: Service is spotty! AT&T does work. Verizon seems to work the best but can still be very spotty. Wi-Fi calling is highly recommended.
Coffee Maker: A combination drip and Keurig coffeemaker is there with starting coffee provided.
Distances:
* Erickson Center 2 miles (5 min)
*Seney Wildlife Refuge: 13.6 miles (20 min)
*Oswald's Bear Ranch: 24 miles (38 min)
*Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: 46 miles (52 min)
*Kitch-iti-kipi: 48 miles (52 min)
*Tahquamenon Falls: 49 miles (1 hour)
*Mackinac Bridge: 63 miles (1 hour)
Dock: There is a dock at the property from Memorial Day through Labor Day (water levels may affect this)
Drinking Water: Drinking water is well water. No smell or coloration issue.
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: There is a gas log fireplace for guest use. Please see operation instructions on hearth and also in helpful information.
Fire-pit: There is a fire pit on property. Firewood is provided.
Fishing: There is excellent fishing from the dock.
Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Fishing Poles: Please bring your own fishing poles.
Golf: JP Memorial Golf Course and Pizza is nearby at 602 Ackley Rd, Germfask. Hiawatha Sportsman's Club and Newberry Country Club.
Grill: There is a propane grill for guest use.
Grocery Store: "The Store" is just a short drive away at W17212 Main St, Curtis, MI.
Handicap Friendly: There are no special features about this property that make it ADA compliant.
Heat: There is forced air propane heat, mini splits, and an independent propane heating furnace in the game room area.
Hunting: No on property.
Internet/WIFI: There is fiber optic Wi-Fi at the property. Very fast!
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: There is a beautiful circular drive with lots of parking on the property.
Pets: 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: Tree filled private lot. Can't see neighbors.
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.
*On the Newbury-Germfask snowmobile trail.
Space: This is a one story home on South Manistique Lake.
Special Features: There are two outbuildings that are empty during the summer months for guest use as they wish. You could store kayaks in one.
Seniors: Seniors are welcome and the home itself is Senior friendly as it is one story and has a gentle slope to the water.
Televisions: There is a 65" Smart TV in the Game Room
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes
Wood: Wood is provided
SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 3
Additional sleeping on Murphy Bed (Queen) in game room
BATHROOMS: 3
WATERFRONT ON ALL SPORTS SOUTH MANISTIQUE LAKE
SWIMMING FROM WATERFRONT AND DOCK ON PROPERTY
CAMERA ON PROPERTY
Ferns Folly is a mid-century lake house that was extensively renovated in 2025 with careful attention to preserving its original quirk and charm. The house sits on 3.5 secluded acres of woods with a 450-foot lakeshore and direct access to the Newberry-Germfask snowmobile trail. The property includes a beach cabin for games and private getaway.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: There are two mini splits for air conditioning. Game room is not air conditioned.
ATV's: Not on property
Animals: Fox, eagles, deer
Bathrooms:
Bathroom #1: Shower, Sink, Toilet
Bathroom #2: Shower, Sink, Toilet
Bathroom #3: Shower, Sink, Toilet
Beach/Swimming: There is swimming with a sandy bottom but no beach. Swim from dock or waterfront. Might want water shoes.
Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom #1: 1 Queen
Bedroom #2: 1 Queen
Bedroom #3: 1 Queen
*Additional sleeping on Murphy Bed (Queen) in Game Room
Boats: No boats provided at property. You can have your boat at the private dock, however.
Boat Launch: 3 miles away in Curtis or Wolf Point.
Bugs: Mosquitos and flies are common during the summer months and near the water. Bug spray is recommended.
Cable: There is no cable but there is a Smart TV.
Cell Phone Service: Service is spotty! AT&T does work. Verizon seems to work the best but can still be very spotty. Wi-Fi calling is highly recommended.
Coffee Maker: A combination drip and Keurig coffeemaker is there with starting coffee provided.
Distances:
* Erickson Center 2 miles (5 min)
*Seney Wildlife Refuge: 13.6 miles (20 min)
*Oswald's Bear Ranch: 24 miles (38 min)
*Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: 46 miles (52 min)
*Kitch-iti-kipi: 48 miles (52 min)
*Tahquamenon Falls: 49 miles (1 hour)
*Mackinac Bridge: 63 miles (1 hour)
Dock: There is a dock at the property from Memorial Day through Labor Day (water levels may affect this)
Drinking Water: Drinking water is well water. No smell or coloration issue.
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: There is a gas log fireplace for guest use. Please see operation instructions on hearth and also in helpful information.
Fire-pit: There is a fire pit on property. Firewood is provided.
Fishing: There is excellent fishing from the dock.
Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Fishing Poles: Please bring your own fishing poles.
Golf: JP Memorial Golf Course and Pizza is nearby at 602 Ackley Rd, Germfask. Hiawatha Sportsman's Club and Newberry Country Club.
Grill: There is a propane grill for guest use.
Grocery Store: "The Store" is just a short drive away at W17212 Main St, Curtis, MI.
Handicap Friendly: There are no special features about this property that make it ADA compliant.
Heat: There is forced air propane heat, mini splits, and an independent propane heating furnace in the game room area.
Hunting: No on property.
Internet/WIFI: There is fiber optic Wi-Fi at the property. Very fast!
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: There is a beautiful circular drive with lots of parking on the property.
Pets: 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: Tree filled private lot. Can't see neighbors.
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.
*On the Newbury-Germfask snowmobile trail.
Space: This is a one story home on South Manistique Lake.
Special Features: There are two outbuildings that are empty during the summer months for guest use as they wish. You could store kayaks in one.
Seniors: Seniors are welcome and the home itself is Senior friendly as it is one story and has a gentle slope to the water.
Televisions: There is a 65" Smart TV in the Game Room
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes
Wood: Wood is provided
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from South Manistique Lake. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
- The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
- Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
- Amenities include a car charging station
- 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from South Manistique Lake and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Stuart Lake
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- On a lake
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Swimming nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Electric car charging station
- Unit size: 2,061 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property is also known as
1109386