Autumn aerial of Kingfisher Lodge beside a winding river
Riverside hot tub with folded towels at sunset
Cozy bedroom with a king bed and forest-view window
Sunlit great room with leather seating and doors to the deck
Deck fire pit overlooking the river in autumn
  • Autumn aerial of Kingfisher Lodge beside a winding river
  • Kingfisher Lodge glowing among autumn trees at sunset
  • Bubbling riverside hot tub with sunset deck views
  • Rocky river shallows framed by vibrant autumn trees
  • Deck fire pit overlooking the river in autumn
  • Sunlit great room with leather seating and doors to the deck
  • Bright lodge living room opening onto the forest deck
  • Open kitchen with a large island, pendant lights, and forest views
  • Coffee nook with mugs, breakfast pastries, and stainless refrigerator
  • Lower-level lounge with leather sofa, recliners, and game table
  • Lower-level bar with three stools and pebble-tile wall
  • Lower-level game room with shuffleboard table and lounge seating
  • Primary bedroom with warm bedside lighting and forest views
  • Bedroom with white linens, bench seating, and a leafy window view
  • Bedroom with a gray upholstered headboard and forest views
  • Compact bedroom with white linens and a forest-view window
  • Guest bedroom with white linens and a window facing the trees
  • Quiet upstairs writing desk beside loft railing and river views
  • Mountain bikes ready beside the lodge at sunset
  • S’mores and chocolate arranged for a cozy lodge evening
  • Family roasting marshmallows around the deck fire pit
  • Friends toasting from the hot tub beside the river at sunset
  • Friends gathered around a fire pit in the riverside woods
  • Bald eagle gliding through falling snow
  • Rocky Lake Superior shore beneath a blue sky
  • Sandy boardwalk path through dune grass to Lake Michigan
  • Sandy boardwalk path through dune grass to Lake Michigan
  • Fly fisher standing in the river beneath a pink sunset

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The Kingfisher Lodge

The Kingfisher Lodge

12 guest AIRBNB · 4 bedrooms · 3.5 baths

LOCATED in the UPPER PENINSULA

12 guest AIRBNB · 4 bedrooms · 3.5 baths

LOCATED in the UPPER PENINSULA

Top 5% of Homes on Airbnb

All five-star reviews and an Airbnb Guest Favorite — among the most loved homes on the platform.

Premium, Peaceful and Outdoorsy

A serene U.P. escape surrounded by woods, wildlife, and the sounds of a beautiful river.

Hot Tub Overlooking the River

7-person, heated year-round, perched above the river. Best seat in the house, any season.

Expansive Deck and Outdoor Space

Two fire pits and 3,000 sq ft of riverfront deck and patio to gather, grill, stargaze, and stay up late.

Everything You Need, Already Here

From baby gear to mountain bikes to bug spray, we've thought of everything so you don't have to pack it.

Ready for U.P. Adventure

Fishing, golfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, snowmobiling — and Pictured Rocks waiting an hour away.

The experience

You've made it. Just breathe. The first thing the Northwoods does is fill your lungs. Woodsmoke and turning leaves, cold water over ancient rock, that sharp edge of autumn air — clean in a way that stops you mid-step. There's a smell to fall up here that doesn't exist anywhere else. Like the earth exhaling after a long summer. Everything else can wait.

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Where you'll sleep

Cozy bedroom with a king bed and forest-view window

Bedroom 1

1 king bed

Guest bedroom with white linens and a window facing the trees

Bedroom 2

1 queen bed

Bedroom with white linens, bench seating, and a leafy window view

Bedroom 3

1 king bed, 2 twin beds

Bedroom with a gray upholstered headboard and forest views

Bedroom 3

1 king bed, 2 twin beds

Autumn forest and river seen from the lodge deck

Loft Area

1 twin bed

Compact bedroom with white linens and a forest-view window

Bedroom 4

1 king bed

Bedroom with white linens, forest views, and a reading chair

Basement

1 rollout bed

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Book direct and save 15% compared to Airbnb nightly rates. Same lodge, same river, more money for the fun stuff.

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What's at the lodge

4 bedrooms and 8 cozy beds

3 full baths and 1 half bath

Relaxing river view deck

Huge furnished river view deck

Hot tub open year round

7-person hot tub open year round

Media room, 80" TV, Xbox

Well equipped kitchen

Full bar downstairs

Full bar and shuffleboard table

Gas and wood fire pits

3 adult bikes and 2 kids

3 adult bikes and 2 kids bikes

High chair and pack-n-play

Smart lock check in

Self check-in with smart lock

Onsite washer and dryer

Ample parking spaces

Air conditioning

Fast wifi internet

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Where you'll find us

Local recommendations

Tour Pictured Rocks - 60 min

Gladstone Beach Day - 20 min

Picnic Ludington Park - 25 min

Explore Marquette - 60 min

Eat at Fresh Water - 20 min

Kayak the Au Train - 45 min

Hike the Days River - 15 min

Play at Island Casino - 25 min

Fish the Escanaba - Backyard

Golf at Sweetgrass - 25 min

Pints at Upper Hand - 30 min

Relax at Drift Spa - 25 min

Stock Up at Walmart - 25 min

What guest say

  • "Top 3 Airbnbs I've ever stayed at. Pristine, immaculate, relaxing. The home itself is a destination — no need to travel anywhere else."

    BEN - GRAND RAPIDS, MI

  • "This place was INCREDIBLE. It felt like something out of a magazine. We all walked around for 15 minutes before even bringing in our bags."

    Rhiannon - Sparks, NV

  • "Waking up to coffee on the back deck, listening to the river — a little slice of U.P. Heaven."

    ALLISON - BEND, OR

  • "The photos don't do this home justice. Immaculately clean — so clean it felt brand new. The views are stunning, the setting is very private."

    LAJON - CONROE, TX

  • "Our multi-generational group enjoyed a lovely weekend. Right on the river, with all the amenities. We enjoyed a tranquil weekend in the midst of nature."

    Divya - Glencoe, IL

  • "I can't say enough about Jason's place — absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. The perfect place to reconnect with family."

    CHRISTOPHER - HOWELL, MI

  • "Impeccable facility with beautiful surroundings. Five star quality with attention to details in every room."

    Ram - CHICAGO, IL

  • "It truly felt restorative and good for the soul."

    Michelle - Pewaukee, WI

  • "Wow!! I don’t even have the right words to describe how perfect and peaceful this space was! The area had a beautiful river and was one of the most peaceful spaces I’ve ever stayed in."

    Yaritza - Chicago, Il

  • "Top 3 Airbnbs I've ever stayed at. Pristine, immaculate, relaxing. The home itself is a destination — no need to travel anywhere else."

    BEN - GRAND RAPIDS, MI

  • "This place was INCREDIBLE. It felt like something out of a magazine. We all walked around for 15 minutes before even bringing in our bags."

    Rhiannon - Sparks, NV

  • "Waking up to coffee on the back deck, listening to the river — a little slice of U.P. Heaven."

    ALLISON - BEND, OR

  • "The photos don't do this home justice. Immaculately clean — so clean it felt brand new. The views are stunning, the setting is very private."

    LAJON - CONROE, TX

  • "Our multi-generational group enjoyed a lovely weekend. Right on the river, with all the amenities. We enjoyed a tranquil weekend in the midst of nature."

    Divya - Glencoe, IL

  • "I can't say enough about Jason's place — absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. The perfect place to reconnect with family."

    CHRISTOPHER - HOWELL, MI

  • "Impeccable facility with beautiful surroundings. Five star quality with attention to details in every room."

    Ram - CHICAGO, IL

  • "It truly felt restorative and good for the soul."

    Michelle - Pewaukee, WI

  • "Wow!! I don’t even have the right words to describe how perfect and peaceful this space was! The area had a beautiful river and was one of the most peaceful spaces I’ve ever stayed in."

    Yaritza - Chicago, Il

Things to know

House Rules

Check-in 4pm and Checkout 10am. Self check-in with smart lock. 12 guests max. Guests under 18 must be supervised at all times. Quiet hours from 10pm-8am.


No animals of any kind. No shoes on carpeted areas. No parties or unauthorized guests unless authorized. No smoking, vaping, e‑cigarettes inside or around the house. No adhesives of any kind or stick-on decorations on surfaces inside house.

Rental Agreement

A signed rental agreement is required for all reservations. It outlines our house rules, policies, and other important details to help ensure a smooth stay.

Security Deposit

$500 security deposit is required for all reservations. A $500 card "hold" is placed 1 day before arrival (not charged upfront) and it is released a few days after departure if there’s no damage, violations, or extra cleaning. Your bank may take 3–7 additional days to reflect the release.

Cancellations and Refunds

100% refund is provided for cancellations within 48 hours of booking. 50% refund if cancellation more than 30 days before check-in. No refund if cancellation less than 30 days out. Credit card processing charges are deducted from refunds.

Accessibility and Safety

There are three exterior security cameras. Children are welcome but home is not baby proofed. Stairs required to access property. No support animals due to allergies.

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