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Minutes from Marquette, close to Munising, great location for exploring the UP!

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A rustic barn with a sloped roof, surrounded by blooming trees and grass.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a brick wall, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.
A white house with a black front door, a wooden front porch, and a small garden with white flowers.
A living room with a sofa, a TV, a dining area with chairs, and a wooden floor.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier. There are signs on the wall reading "Fresh Produce" and "Yalmur House."

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Skandia, MI
  • Place, Ojibwa Casino Marquette
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Marquette Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Michigan University
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About this property

Minutes from Marquette, close to Munising, great location for exploring the UP!

The Yalmar House has been in our family for 6 generations. Located in Skandia, it offers 4 cozy bedrooms, each with a queen bed. With 3 bathrooms equipped with all the essentials, you will feel right at home. This delightful home is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway with friends or family. Located just minutes from snowmobile trails, 15 minutes from downtown Marquette and 40 minutes from Munising it is close enough to enjoy these places but just far enough away to relax. We offer a 15% discount with military ID, we appreciate your service. Feel free to reach out to us during your stay - we're happy to suggest local spots to check out. Visit https://theyalmarhouse.weebly.com/
During your stay at this farm stay, you'll be close to Lake Kawbawgam. You'll find features like laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 15 minutes by car from Lake Kawbawgam and 15 minutes from Ojibwa Casino Marquette
As a guest of this farm stay, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Skandia farm stay is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

No food or beverage in bedrooms with exception of water.
Enjoy the house but please do not go into the garages, shed or barn.
No smoking or vaping

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.

Minutes from Marquette, close to Munising, great location for exploring the UP! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for my daughter’s graduation weekend at NMU which was only 20 minutes away. The house was perfect for my family and had everything we needed. We loved everything about it and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was incredible. Our hosts went above and beyond providing everything we could possibly need. We made wonderful memories sitting around the table playing games from the game closet. Everything was so clean and beds were amazingly comfortable. The Yalmar House is such a special place. The location is convenient for visiting all our favorite things in and around Marquette. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous

We loved staying here! The house is absolutely gorgeous and it had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home that is comfortable and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolynn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful. Host went above and beyond for us! Would def stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the chance to stay in an old farm house. Great updates. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive and welcoming host, fully stocked amenities, and roomy and clean rooms with attractive decorating throughout. A lovely renovation of a grand old farmhouse.
The moody barn and yard at dawn.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely restored house and property. It was very well stocked and very clean. It worked great for my large family. The hosts were great to work with. I would definitely stay here again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful updated old farmhouse

Very cozy and clean. Nice quiet area. Had everything you could need! I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

Long weekend trip to celebrate family birthday. Property was beautiful. Home was very clean and comfortable. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely lovely. You could see how much work was put into this home. The owners thought of everything. Would definitely recommend and plan to stay their again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Long Weekend

WonderfulVery nice home.Extremely Clean and OrganizedGreat Time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family very much enjoyed our stay. The house is well equipped and comfortable with all of the modern conveniences and the feel of home. We appreciated the comfortable beds, surplus of linens, AC units and fans. We would highly recommend this rental; it's exactly as it is listed.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the Yalmar House! The house was very clean and the views were beautiful. It was plenty of space for our large group. The house temperature was nice and cool for the summer weather. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is great for a big group of people. Plenty of room for all, games, stocked kitchenware, clothesline, washer and dryer.. about everything you could need. Highland recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. Perfect little country house with nice yard and fire pit. Quiet and peaceful with a little general store within walking distance. Only 15 minutes to downtown Marquette. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful renovation. The house had everything we needed. Great outdoor area with corn hole game. Nice that it was close to beaches and bike trails. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

Great house, very comfortable, excellent restoration. We had an awesome time. There was an area-wide power outage the first night, hosts were very caring and responsive in that unexpected situation. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NMU graduation trip

Wish we would have discovered this gem of a property a couple years ago when my son transferred to NMU. While 12 miles outside of Marquette, the peacefulness of the location was perfect. It worked perfectly for our family to stay together while in town for NMU’s graduation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

It was everything we wanted!! Super spacious clean and beautiful details, the hosts thought of everything! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farm House Stay

We enjoyed and appreciated our stay at the renovated farm house. The house is welcoming and has a charming character. Everything was clean and neat, and we had all that we needed.We had a little trouble getting in to the house initially, and our host was quick to respond, and we soon got in. The surrounding area is quiet and the field and trees in the backyard is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BONNIE V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Skandia A Gem! A charming and comfortable home. Nice job on the renovations. We loved the tastefulinterior decorations, many hooks for towels and clothes, choice of drip coffee maker or pods, laundry room Comfortable beds, nightstands & reading lights on both sides of each bed, appreciated the ceilings fans in all of the bedrooms, soft cotton sheets, assortment of pillows . The fire pit and outdoor games were inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary and Birthday Vacation

Very nice place! Plenty of space for 8 people. Owners were quick to respond on anything we needed. You will need fans to sleep upstairs if it is hot out. Host added an air-conditioner while we were there to help with downstairs. That didn't help with the upstairs so we had to buy fans to be able sleep.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025