we are truly disappointed to have to leave a bad review we had such a great time in the u.p. and it…read morewas nice to use the cabin as a warm spot to sleep. first we were woken up at 3am to what I would assume I'd thier water heater making the loudest most alarming noise. this water heater is in the closet of the bedroom you sleep in 2 feet from the top of the bed. I think now it's the cleaning schedule they have for it Maybe to run in the middle of the night while you have renters. then the day we leave after going through thier check out list multiple times which is to basically clean the house for the house keepers so they dont have to pay them. they message us stating there was a dog there and we now owe them more money. I have picture, gps, and video proof all my animals were at home being cared for. if there was any dog hair from us it fell of our clothes and was absolutely minimal. we have huskies and st Bernard's they shed alot even with fresh cleaned clothes there is a small amount of hair on my clothes and we were there for a week. it is entirely possible a few dog hairs fell off our clothes but not nearly as much as my own post partum hair I bet. if you have animals I don't suggest staying with them or they will attempt to charge you more if they find a dog hair.

Wow! We stayed at R&R and were very impressed! It's a 3 bedroom beautifully decorated, clean house…read moreat the end of a dead end secluded dirt road on the hill. It has everything you could want! Maria was extremely helpful. We loved it!!

From the moment our family crossed the threshold of this beautiful vacation rental, a feeling of…read moreserenity swept over me. The present owners have decorated the all-amenities interior with affirmative signage that seems to encourage the occupants to soak in the restorative surroundings which include a private lake front great for fishing, wading, birding, or adventuring out in a classic rowboat. Although it'd be tempting to spend an entire visit just reading on the deck or stretched out in the spacious yard while chucking another log into the fire pit, this location is also ideally situated for day trips to some of the Upper Penninsula's most popular destinations, including Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore, Tahquemenon Falls, Castle Rock, Oswald's Bear Ranch, the shipwreck museum, lighthouses,and the quaint town of Newberry, to name a few. We couldn't help feeling we had the best of both worlds - although we were within walking distance of a convenience store/gas station that boasted everything from homemade dough nuts to basic produce, to firewood, to a full ice cream counter and deli, once we were near the lake, we thought we were miles from the rest of the world. While our children enjoyed following frogs along the shoreline and skipping stones, when they tired of outdoor play or had exhausted themselves playing in the nearby waterfalls, they could take a break in the beautifully furnished living room and find a favorite show on demand. My husband and I were delighted with the wi-fi so that we could catch up on work. When we were ready to unplug, we could read in our king sized bed and have the option to either shut out the world, or watch the night fall on the lake from the sliding door in our bedroom. Since this rental sleeps at least 8 with lots of space and privacy, we can't wait to return for another visit and invite a few friends! This space made for a vacation to treasure!

What an amazing little cabin, right on the lake. Beautiful view and super clean! Lora was great and…read morevery accommodating! We will defiantly be back!

We have stayed here several times now and have had a wonderful experience each time. The cabins…read moreare very clean , well kept and comfortable. They are within a reasonable distance from many attractions in the area. We love watching the ships go by on Lake Superior as well. We highly recommend Paradise On the Bay.

So my husband and I decided to have an impromptu vacation in the UP and was headed to Rapid River…read morefor a 4 day stay! Being exhausted from the drive we found this motel on our way and it was nothing short of amazing! The room had a microwave and fridge as well as a grill outside for those that prefer to skip fast food and want home cooked meals! The best part was the location! Sitting here writing this review l, I'm sitting outside looking at Lake Michigan which is about 200ft away! Having beach access sold me and I can't wait to come back! The owners are so sweet and will bend over backwards for all your wants and needs!

This is the best motel in the UP hand down. each room is decorated and there is no hotel vibe. The…read morebeds are comfortable and the towels are soft. It is also one on the cleanest motels I have been to. across the highway is the beach and some of the best lake views. The owners are friendly and take pride in ownership and it shows. We will be back again and again.

Great spot to rent a place for a quick fishing trip. Cabins are not very updated yet they are cleanread more

From the owner: Great for family reunions, fishing, hiking, boating, swimming, fire pits, incredible sunsets and…read morepeaceful relaxation. Bring your own boat or rent one and use our new 100' dock. Use one of our row boats or our kayaks. You will be close to many of the popular U.P. experiences. Come and stay, and I think you will agree that this place on the lake is special. Make "memories" here!

Great accommodations and hosts. Highly recommended when staying in Grand Marais Michiganread more

They're in the hospitality business selling rest and relaxation. Responsiveness is important, but…read moreapparently they may not realize it. We have been try to make human contact since March 25, 2019. It's now April 10th. Hello??? After trying to call the Hilltop several times for information and booking, we visited the Hilltop website to make reservations for a 5 day stay. We were able to book a room for 3 days; it was booked for the remaining 2 days we planned to stay. Fine - we'll book a second room and move to that room after 3 days. According to their website, other rooms are available but couldn't be booked because the way the website is set up. When trying to book a different room for the remaining 2 days the message "no rooms available or a longer stay is required" pops up. Even though we meet the minimum stay requirement, we can't book available rooms for the remainder of our stay. Fine - we'll call them (According to YELP, they're OPEN). We call several times. Crickets. They don't answer their phone OR return calls. Fine - we'll EMAIL them. They don't answer their email. The lack of response makes us rethink our accommodation options (along with the other 6 people who already booked, and were planning on staying). Either the UP had a major telecommunication failure or these folks have no sense of urgency, don't care, or don't understand the significance of customer service. Recognizing that Hilltop isn't the Hilton, how difficult is it to return phone calls or emails? Even if Hilltop wasn't open for the season yet, or they were away, they still should be answering the phone, returning messages and email. Oh, and Revise your YELP listing if you aren't open 24/7 as advertised.

Northwoods Resort is a great place to stay on the UP! It's a family owned business with a welcoming…read moreand knowledgeable staff. It's nestled on the shores of Lake Au Train, which is much warmer than Lake Superior but puts you close enough to explore all the best of the UP & Lake Superior cruises. Each cabin has a fire pit and grill, you can buy wood on site, and many of the cabins have been completely remodeled to include both charm and amenities (AC, tv with streaming options etc). The resort itself is small and would be a great place for a family reunion. There are plenty of boating options and the sand family that owns the resorts also owns a business up there road renting kayaks and canoes. There is a convenience store and pizza place within walking distance and the Pictured Rocks and downtown Munising are just a short drive away. We loved our visit and we'll definitely be back!

Wow! We rented a couple kayaks from Northwoods Resort to float the beautiful Au Train River from…read morebridge to bridge, as they call it. Reservations were by phone and I received a confirmation email with instructions on where to meet. The young man who checked us in was friendly and helpful. We walked the 1/3 mile up the road to the put-in, though the resort offers a free shuttle as well. The river is glorious: a 7-mile easy float through mostly uninhabited areas in the U.P., with clear water, towering pines, sand beaches, and wildlife. The ducks are very friendly and will approach looking for handouts. We enjoyed our 2+ hours on the river and will definitely be back.

Our family loves it here! We come back every summer for a week! Bill is wonderful and the resort is…read morePERFECT. We love that we can use the kayaks and the canoe or the pontoon, and watching the bald eagles that live on the lake is majestic to say the very least. Our kids love the playground on site and we love the friendly atmosphere while we're here! It's the perfect distance from Mackinaw and we love driving into the city for the day. Our summers won't be complete without a stay here. Be sure to call and book early, it fills up fast and the regulars get their spots booked an entire year in advance.

The location of this resort is nice. However the cabins and furnishings are outdated and poorly…read moremaintained. There was a piece of plywood between the mattress and box spring. I guess this was suppose to add support to the outdated furnishings. The refrigerator had rust all over it. Talk about losing your appetite. The shower was the size of a port a pot. The screens did not fit properly. And when you are surrounded by trees and water, and you don't have properly fitting screens, you'll have insects and bugs. Speaking of which, the light in our kitchen was covered with bugs that gravitated to the fixture. Then at night when we turned the bedroom light on and bugs came out onto the bed that was it. My wife said "Time to go".