Aerial view of Monocle Lake surrounded by forest

Monocle Lake · Michigan’s Eastern U.P.

Your private place
on the lake.

A private lakefront home on one and a half acres. Complimentary kayaks, paddleboards and fishing equipment provided.

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3 bedrooms2 main-home bathrooms9 guests in season
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Full view from the deck across the shoreline and dock toward the sun over Monocle Lake

The waterfront is yours

Room to settle in. Water at your doorstep.

Enjoy the private dock, shoreline and deck on a spacious waterfront property. There is room to arrive with a trailer and outdoor gear, then slow down by the lake.

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Step outside to Monocle Lake

The water is the reason to come—and the hardest part to leave.

Start at the dock, spend the afternoon on the lake and settle into the deck as the sun drops behind the trees.

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Your direct quote comes from OwnerRez and shows the nightly rate, cleaning charge and taxes before checkout. Monthly discounts apply to qualifying stays of 28 nights or longer. Compare final totals for the same dates and guests before booking.

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What guests remember

The details that turn a lake house into a favorite.

Recent five-star guest feedback consistently centers on the peaceful setting, the thoughtful extras and the local help that makes planning easy.

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Quiet waterfront mornings

A private, wooded setting with the dock, shoreline and lake immediately outside.

02

Extras already waiting

Four kayaks, two paddleboards, fishing gear, Sonos audio and practical comforts for time together.

03

Local knowledge

Responsive hosting and an organized guide to fishing, trails, food and memorable day trips.

Your home base on Monocle Lake

Close to the adventure.
Far from the noise.

The Loon Hollow is a private, fully furnished lake house for days outside and unhurried evenings in. Wake up to water views, cook together, gather in the lake-facing living room and finish the day on the deck or beside the fire.

In season, the separate bunkhouse expands the property for groups of up to nine. Monthly and professional stays in the main home are considered November through March, subject to availability.

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Lower canoe view looking through the lake-facing living-room windows
Inside

Room to settle in

At a glance

Everything for a stay by the lake.

  • Full kitchen and dining space
  • High-speed Wi-Fi and workspace
  • Sonos multi-room audio
  • Four kayaks, two paddleboards and fishing gear
  • Washer and dryer
  • Spacious parking; garage optional
  • Private deck, dock and shoreline
  • Seasonal bunkhouse for larger groups
Waterfront deck seating along Monocle Lake
Outside

Water at your doorstep

The complete property

See where everyone sleeps, gathers and unwinds.

The main home provides three bedrooms and the everyday comforts of a full residence. The separate bunkhouse adds six beds, a bathroom and living space during its May 15–November 1 season.

Kitchen at The Loon HollowMain home

Kitchen, dining and lake-view living

Cook full meals, gather around the table and relax with the lake framed through the living-room windows.

Primary bedroom at The Loon HollowThree bedrooms

Private rooms in the main home

Three distinct bedrooms give families, couples and longer-stay guests room to unpack and settle in.

All six beds in the seasonal bunkhouseSeasonal bunkhouse

Six more beds and its own living area

Available May 15 through November 1, with six beds, a full bathroom and a separate place for the group to spread out.

The lake life

The view changes. The feeling does not.

Quiet mornings, long summer evenings, fall shoreline color and winter trail days all begin and end at the water.

Choose your season

Every visit feels different here.

Select a season for a quick look at what makes it worth the drive.

Summer view over Monocle Lake
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Long lake days

Fish from the dock, paddle the shoreline, explore nearby beaches and come home for dinner on the deck.

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Sunset reflected on Monocle Lake

The best part of the day

Come back to the lake.

After the trail, the falls, the freighters or the workday, this is where everything gets quiet again.

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The Eastern U.P. guidebook

Everything nearby, already organized.

Let the day planner choose three outings based on your time, season, weather and mood—or open a category and browse every listing.

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Plan with confidence

The essentials, before you pack.

These are the practical details most guests want before choosing their dates. Final terms are confirmed through the booking method you select.

Know before you book

Check-in
4:00 p.m.
Check-out
11:00 a.m.
Occupancy
Up to 9 guests in season
Bunkhouse
May 15–November 1
Pets
Not permitted
Gatherings
No parties or events

Typical drive times

Approximate from The Loon Hollow; allow more time for weather and seasonal road conditions.

  • Bay Mills Resort & Casino7 min
  • Brimley State Park15 min
  • Point Iroquois Lighthouse5 min
  • Sault Ste. Marie & Soo Locks30 min
  • Tahquamenon Falls1 hour
  • Whitefish Point45 min

Monthly & extended stays

A better home base for a long assignment.

For contractors, project managers, engineers, consultants and temporary professional staff working around Brimley, Bay Mills, Sault Ste. Marie and the Soo Locks area.

Dedicated workspaceReliable high-speed Wi-FiFull kitchen + laundrySonos audioSpacious parkingOptional garage

Monthly rates and corporate housing: November through March, subject to availability.

Lower canoe view looking through the lake-facing living-room windows
Winter view of Monocle Lake from the waterfront deck

Winter on Monocle Lake

A quieter season, right outside your door.

Come home to the lake, then head out for snowmobiling from the property, ice fishing, snowshoeing or a walk on the trails around the lake.

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Availability & booking

Choose how you would like to book.

Choose direct booking to check live dates and see your full quote in OwnerRez, or reserve through Airbnb or Vrbo.

See your full price before you book.

Your OwnerRez quote shows the rent after any applicable monthly discount, the cleaning charge and applicable taxes. Airbnb and Vrbo totals may differ, so compare the final price for the same dates and guests.

The separate bunkhouse is available May 15–November 1. Monthly and professional stays are considered November through March, subject to availability. Monthly discounts start at 28 nights. Short stays require at least three nights; stays arriving January 3 through March 31, 2027 require at least 28 nights. Check your dates for availability and the applicable minimum stay.

Sun over Monocle Lake with the private dock, shoreline and edge of the deck