Magical, stunning, secluded retreat on idyllic Lake Medora!

Summary: Magical, secluded 2 bedroom, 2.5 baths stone and wood cabin on beautiful rocky point on Lake Medora in the rugged Keweenaw Peninsula of Michigan's Upper Peninsula; 2500 ft shoreline; own 1+ mile trail on 13 acres.

A few typical comments from guests:

"Probably the most amazing cabin there is.....ANYWHERE! Seriously, it's like opening a storybook and getting lost in a fairy tale. My family and I were awestruck the moment we arrived. The lake, the property, and the cabin are phenomenal!! Fantastic hosts, and their communication was great. Rent with confidence, and enjoy a little piece of Heaven! We'll definitely be back!" - Rich E., June 2024

"Jaw dropping beautiful. Simply amazing."- John D., Sept. 2021

“An incredibly cozy and thoughtfully built and designed cabin, closer to my ideal of what a lake cabin should be than I have ever seen.” - Rick M., June, 2021

Listed as one of top vacation rentals in Michigan's U.P. - Trips to Discover, 2021, Top 12 Luxury Cabin Rentals in Michigan - Trip 101. Featured in Cabin Life.

Social Media: Anam Cara Cabin anamcaracabin.com, 5-star reviews (140 out of 140) .

ANAM CARA DESCRIPTION

At the end of a winding gravel road, you’ll be welcomed by perennial gardens and a stone path that leads to a secluded waterfront cabin, on a rocky, wooded peninsula, that seems lifted straight out of a fairy tale.

“I feel like I stepped into a magical fairytale cottage. Stunning!!” texted a recent guest upon arrival (actually, since writing this there have been a number of guests who've texted similar post-arrival messages).

Great, we love to hear that, but let's set things straight: this is not some pretentious, luxury property with over-the-top, created-to-impress decor. On the contrary, when we built this cabin and the other structures on this property of 13 acres and about 1/2 mile of shoreline, we simply wanted to create a comfortable, sustainable cabin that harmonized with its gorgeous setting and honored the land, so that we and our family could enjoy it for generations to come. Our recipe was a simple combination of thoughtfulness, creativity, playfulness, artistry and collaboration. After a decade of sharing it with friends and family, and hearing time and again - "This place is magical!"- we began sharing it with others starting in the summer of 2021.

With its quiet beauty and charm, Anam Cara is ideal for finding comfort, balance and connection: silent sports outdoor activities, exploration, contemplation and relaxation. No matter the season, it'll be captivating: summertime water activities, beautiful gardens, berry picking and mountain biking; the fiery splendor of autumn and its quiet hush; the magic of deep winter snows that carpet the land.

The artistic 1400 square foot cabin sits on a billon-year-old rocky point, surrounded by perennial gardens. It’s been described as a Hansel-Gretel fairytale house with its stone and bark exterior and tiled roof. Designed for up to 4 adult guests, Anam Cara can be a romantic get-away, a creative retreat, a gateway to adventure, or simply a time for recharging and comfort. With a special kids’ alcove, it can also be a memorable family vacation.  

The cozy stone/wood/bark cabin has an open first floor plan with 200+ degree lake views, leather window seats, a wood-burning fireplace, modern kitchen with all the conveniences, a living area for dining and lounging, and a half-bath. On the lake side, there’s an expansive enclosed porch that’s perfect for enjoying your evening cocktail. The second floor has two sun-filled bedrooms with queen beds and two luxurious bathrooms. And then there's the unique artistic details that make this an inspiring, one-of-a-kind property; including 88 handmade lamps/illuminated panels. A comment from a guest who works with architects: “If you’re contemplating building a home or cabin, spend a week at this amazing place. It’ll be the best investment you’ll ever make.”

The 13-acre property, with its 2500 feet of waterfront, can keep you busy for the week. A delightful trail, over one mile long, winds through the property - perfect for hiking, running, snowshoeing or x-skiing. It was built by Aaron Rogers, a Copper Harbor trail builder who's probably the premier mountain bike trail designers and builders in the US. The trail winds past two lakeside decks, a towering white pine that hosts a 1-ton eagle's nest, and two sandy coves for wading and swimming. If you're hot and sweaty, you can jump off the dock for a refreshing swim. 

There are two canoes for guests; Lake Medora is a beautiful, peaceful 700 acre lake with several picturesque islands, perfect for exploring and picnics. [NOTE: there is also a 3-season timber frame structure on a second point, about 0.15 miles away, right off the trail and with its own driveway, that can be rented separately as part of the rental package for the main cabin (inquire if you're interested)].

There are tons of nearby attractions. You'll find world-class mountain biking in nearby Copper Harbor, a town that seems lifted straight off the set of "Northern Exposure" with its one-room schoolhouse and its combination of northwoods/Maine Coast feel. It's the gateway to Isle Royale (the least visited of all National Parks...and the most re-visited!). Beachcomb for agates and driftwood along Lake Superior's coastline, gape at the ancient, towering white pines in the Estivant Pines sanctuary, or tour the many waterfalls of the Keweenaw Peninsula.

This is a four-season property. Yes, you can experience the wonder of winter at Anam Cara, one of the snowiest destinations in the lower 48 states! In winter head to Mount Bohemia, often listed as one of the top 10 ski destinations in North America. There are nearby groomed x-country ski trails. The Keweenaw Peninsula has some of the deepest, most reliable snow in the entire US. It's a winter wonderland!

[NOTE: For rentals between Nov. 1 thru April 30th, please contact us 1st so we can discuss winter access and conditions - your safety and comfort come first! Let's have a phone conversation to make certain you are adequately informed and prepared. You have a range of options: With prior notice we can arrange to have a snow removal service clear access all the way to our front door from Highway 41 - a distance of 1.8 miles. This pre-arrival service is FREE for guests who book for 5 nights or more. Or you can ski or snowshoe to the cabin - about a half-mile across the frozen lake or 1.6 miles along Washington Mine Road when the lake isn't frozen. Another option: you can arrive via snowmobile, either your own or a rented vehicle. Most of our guests take advantage of the snow clearing option and drive right up to our front door.]

"Anam Cara" means soul friend in Gaelic and the name summarizes this unique property, where it's almost impossible not to fall in love with the beauty and feel of this magical place.

Note: We are EV friendly with a Level 2 EV charger.