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Bored of Education: Summer Fun by the Dock: Lakefront Adventures Await!

2.0 star property

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Relax in a serene lakeside retreat with expansive views, a marble island, and a cozy stone fireplace.
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere from the deck with two Adirondack chairs.
Cozy attic bedroom with two beds, bedside table, and framed picture.
Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with a large countertop, wooden cabinets, and a stainless steel stove.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating area, and a flat-screen TV.

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Onaway, MI
  • Black Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Black Lake Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Aloha State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bored of Education: Summer Fun by the Dock: Lakefront Adventures Await!

BORED OF EDUCATION

SLEEPS: 4
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS: 1

LAKE/WATERFRONT ON BLACK LAKE
SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
PRIVATE DOCK
*One security camera on the exterior

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


Air Conditioning: Portable unit available for use

ATV's: Not on property but access to the trails is about 3/4 of a mile from property

Bathrooms: Shower/tub, sink, toilet

Beach/Swimming: Swimming from property, can access sandy bottom lake from dock

Bedroom Configurations:
Main Floor-
Primary Bedroom- Queen size bed

Open Loft-
2 twin size beds(king conversion kit available)

Boats: 2 Single person kayaks available for guest use

Boat Launch:
Black Lake Boat Ramp- 12 min(7.6 miles)
Black Lake Public Boat Launch- 13 min(8.9 miles)

Cable: No, but TV is capable of streaming

Cell Phone Service: Most major providers work well

Coffee Maker: Keurig - K-cups and sugar provided

Distances:
* Black Mountain ORV Scramble: 19 minutes (12.1 miles)
* Headlands Dark-Sky Park: 50 minutes (38.6 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge 50 min (39.7 miles)
* Petoskey/Harbor Springs: 57 min (45 miles)
* Roger's City: 31 min (27.2 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 2 hr 8 min (115 miles)
* Tunnel of Trees: 1 hr (50 miles)

Dock: Yes, 50 ft dock with ladder at end for entry into water

Drinking Water: Artesian well water-drinkable

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: Yes, electric fireplace w/heat

Fire-pit: Yes, firewood not provided

Fishing: Abundant fishing! Panfish, Bass, Pike, Walleye, and Sturgeon(seasonally)!

Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.

Fishing Poles: Not provided

Golf: Black Lake Golf Club- 5 min(3.8 miles)

Grill: Yes, a propane grill is provided

Grocery Store: Tom's Family Market- 14 min(9.9 miles)

Heat: Yes, forced air furnace

Hunting: Not on property

Internet/WIFI: Yes, speeds up to 250 MBPS

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: 2 vehicles with trailers

Pets: No pets allowed at property

Privacy: Neighbors in 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.
* Presque Isle County Snowmobile Trails
Distance: About 5-10 miles (direct access to local trails).
* Cheboygan County Trails
Distance: Approximately 15-20 miles (short drive).
* Onaway State Park Trails
Distance: Roughly 5-10 miles (direct access to trails through Onaway State Park).

Seniors: Welcome, primary bedroom on main floor. 3 Steps in and 1 step down from deck

Televisions:
Living room- 42" Smart TV
Primary Bedroom- 32" Smart TV

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring extra beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, stackable washer and dryer available for use

Winter Activities:
*Snowmobiling
Distance: About 5-10 miles (Presque Isle County and Onaway State Park trails).
*Cross-Country Skiing
Distance: 10-15 miles (local trails in Onaway State Park or Pigeon River Country State Forest).
*Ice Fishing
Distance: 5-10 miles (local lakes such as Black Lake).
*Downhill Skiing
Distance: 40-45 miles to Nub's Nob Ski Resort or Boyne Highlands Resort.
*Winter Hiking/Snowshoeing
Distance: 5-10 miles (trails in Onaway State Park and surrounding areas).

Wood: Not provided
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Black Lake. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Black Lake and 5 minutes from Black Lake Golf Club
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Onaway cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • Unit size: 900 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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

876776

Bored of Education: Summer Fun by the Dock: Lakefront Adventures Await! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kurt A.

Liked: Cleanliness

PEACEFUL

GREAT QUIET SETTING WITH GREAT VIEWS.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James H.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cabin

Beautiful views. Great cabin, would stay here again. Had an issue arise but they were quick to address it and provided an adequate refund.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathi C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Was just as advertised!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024