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SECLUDED LODGE WITH ONE OF THE LARGEST PRIVATE STOCKED LAKES IN MICHIGAN.

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Relax on a covered deck overlooking a serene lake surrounded by dense forest, perfect for unwinding or enjoying the outdoors.
Compact kitchen with central island, perfect for dining or workspace, featuring a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and sink.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat amidst lush greenery and scenic views.
Surrounded by lush greenery, this lakeside lodge offers a tranquil retreat with a spacious deck and dock perfect for boating or fishing.
Explore a serene outdoor setting surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees, featuring a play structure with a slide and accessible gravel path.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rapid River, MI
  • Hiawatha National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Round Lake
  • Munising Falls
  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)

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About the area

Rapid River

On the beach.At this Rapid River vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hiawatha National Forest and 12 miles (20 km) of Pole Creek Lake. Pine Lake and Round Lake are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hiawatha National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 54 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

SECLUDED LODGE WITH ONE OF THE LARGEST PRIVATE STOCKED LAKES IN MICHIGAN.

ENJOY YOUR OWN PRIVATE RESORT-Poplar Lake Lodge is a very secluded 4000 FT. lodge with a large stocked privately owned lake in Upper Michigan. Fish include Northern, Muskie, Large Mouth, Crappie and plenty of pan fish. Fifteen miles north of Little Bay De Noc and Rapid River, the closet town, which is a 35 minute trip due to the winding roads. Centrally located you have 3 Casinos, 4 golf courses, Marquette, Munising, Escanaba and Manistique all within 1 hour.Three rowboats, canoe, 2 paddle boats, 2 kayaks, 2 13.6 ft. paddle boards and trolling motor with a battery included, you can also bring your own 4 wheelers and ride them anywhere in the U.P. from our door step. (sorry but we do not allow gas motors or guest boats on the lake due to contamination, but you may bring additional trolling motors and batteries) also we have Wifi internet and Direct TV with led tv and Roko. We are centrally located in the Hiawatha National Forest in the middle of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan between Lake Michigan and Lake Superior in Delta County. With no permanent residents for miles and a private dirt driveway 2.5 miles long and a locked gate 2.5 miles away and 1/2 miles from lodge, Enjoy the evening stars and if you are lucky the northern lights. (see pics) If peace and quiet and seclusion is what you are looking for, Poplar Lake Sporting lodge is the place for you.

Property manager

Charlie

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: We have certain areas on outside porch and deck.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: We do consider certain pets, must be preapproved.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Small sand beach and kiddee kindom with fishing.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Seniors-only community
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Seniors-only community. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

SECLUDED LODGE WITH ONE OF THE LARGEST PRIVATE STOCKED LAKES IN MICHIGAN. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time in the wild U.P.

Our group consisted of my wife, 1 year old son, 87 year old grandma, my dad and his girlfriend, my brother, and our 2 dogs. You can't get a more idyllic or picturesque version of the wilderness in the U.P. than Poplar Lake Lodge. While very remote, Charlie puts a lot of effort into making the grounds and lodge comfortable. The solar power provided most of what we needed, only having to use the generator once for a short while. We caught a lot of fish including a 35" northern pike and 5lb bass! The flies and mosquitos were real but manageable and not overly thick during the day around the lodge. The private road in is rough but our mini van and non-4 wheel SUV made it even with heavy rain. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, nicest fish camp I've ever been too. Lots of big predatory fish. Nice place to relax. Comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Reunion in the wilderness

Beautiful rustic resort way back in the wilderness. A beautiful lake in your back yard. We hit it at the peak color season and it was wonderful. The young folk loved the kayaks and bond fires every night. We all had a great time and the host was terrific.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey W., Indiana, America

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful, Beautiful, Restful

We brought our six children, one set of our parents and adult brother to explore and rest deep in the woods during peak fall color. We enjoyed every aspect of what this place had to offer...sandy beach, kayaking, fishing, walking the two mile secluded driveway (which was GORGEOUS), rode our ATV around, played yard games in the yard, played pool, campfires...we had perfect weather and absolutely gorgeous colors. We even got to see the northern lights while we were there! Charlie is the best host we've had in our many years of renting through VRBO. He met us there and explained how the solar power things work, checked with me via text after our first 24 hrs there, later on when we realized the trolling battery was losing its charge he went right out and bought a new one. He was great for getting directions for us as well. This kitchen was also the best stocked kitchen of any rental we've ever stayed at. After our stay he called to ask for any suggestions on improvements and made sure we had a great time. Highly recommend this place for a secluded, peaceful, fun stay in the Northwoods of the UP.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grandma Hansen

Wonderful place to stay for peace and quiet and Family Fun. Our little ones loved the beach, paddle boards, kayaks and the playground. Our big kids (men) loved being able to fish and play around. Us ladies enjoyed all of them staying busy. It
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BEVERLY W.

Liked: Cleanliness

POPLAR LAKE GETAWAY

Our stay was very peaceful and quiet. The kids enjoyed paddle boats, kayaks and jumping off the floating dock, They also enjoyed feeding the swans that live on the lake. We had a great time in game room playing pool, ping pong, foosball and darts. If you want off the grind vacation this is the place to go..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDA D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Remote nature secluded

The only thing negative was fly’s and mosquitoes
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Family Vacation!

My family just spent a week at Polar Lake Lodge and it was one of the best vacations that we have been on! We wanted to spend some quality time together and let the kids experience some time away from their electronics and the lodge was perfect. I booked the lodge through VRBO, and within 15 minutes of booking, I received a call from Charlie, the owner. He introduced himself and we chatted about the property and what I was looking for in a vacation. Charlie was waiting for us when we arrived and thoroughly explained everything before leaving us to explore for ourselves. The weather was not the greatest throughout the week, but we enjoyed both inside and outside activities. Mt 4-year-old granddaughter was in charge of feeding the swans and she caught a fish her very first time trying! My son-in-law hooked a musky that got away after a long struggle and he had a very large pike that slipped through his net. My family enjoyed using the kayaks, paddle boards and boats. On the 4th of July we went to Gladstone and experienced a small-town parade and festival which was very enjoyable. Evenings were spent having bonfires on the beach or playing games at the large kitchen table. We have vacationed in the U.P. before so we were prepared for the bugs with plenty of bug spray. Most of all we were able to spend quality time with each other in solitude which is exactly what we wanted. We are already discussing when we would like to return! Thanks Charlie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy B., GRAND RAPIDS MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Week stay with 8-10 people.

We didn’t find out until we fot there that everything runs off solar power or propane. There is a generator if power dips too low. Propane lights throughout the house, but weren't bright enough for evening reading. Truly though, the only disappointment was not catching any fish, and someone was out every day. Didn't even get any bites. Be sure to bring lots of mosquito spray, as there are tons of them in the morning and evenings. The owner touched base a couple times during our stay, to see if everything was ok, which was very nice. He was very quick to respond to any questions we had. If you don't mind the lack of real electricity and being 2.5 miles off the road into the woods, a definite place to check out. Overall, we had a great stay. Very peaceful, and plenty of things for the kids to do between the water toys and game room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Wonderland

Charlie, was kind enough to accommodate my special request. It was absolutely perfect, we had a lovey Christmas in the woods and the kids had a fantastic time playing in the snow. We had a cozy fire every day and spent the holidays enjoying the beautiful surroundings. The lodge was ideal for our special trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Excellent vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fantastic week at Charlie’s place

We had a fantastic week at Poplar Lake Lodge. Charlie was a great host and filled us in on all the nuances of lake life. We were looking for a private escape out in nature with great fishing and that is exactly what we got. The inside is spacious and equipped with everything we needed, and the inside simply paled in comparison, to what the outdoors offered when you walk down to the lake. We’ve been to many lake houses, and this is the first lake house that had a sandy beach for children, a total game changer. Also, kiddy kingdom was very helpful for our grandchildren as they sometimes get bored with the adults focused on fishing. Thanks Charlie! We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful! Peaceful & perfect family friendly getaway!

Vacationed at Charlie's Lodge in July with my husband and four children ages 9, 8, 6, & 4. Everything was wonderful. If you're looking for a remote and peaceful get-away-from-it-all vacation, this place is for you! We only left the property once to get some groceries. There was so much to do! Charlie was very attentive and helpful. We definitely plan to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ARIANNA W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation at its finest

We spent a week at this property, enjoying each others company, cooking, playing games, fishing, reading, playing pool, bad mitten, ping pong, campfires and all sorts of sand and water activities. It was a great removal of all distractions and all about being together. If your plan is to just relax, this is the place for you. The bugs were not our friends but Charlie had well prepared us for that and Off Deep Woods bug spray kept them at bay. Charlie does a great job of making sure you understand everything and is available at any time. Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory B., USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Perfect place to get away. Peaceful and secluded. 2nd year we have been to the cabin. Already booked for next year. Charles is a great host! Above and beyond for his guests!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Awesome place, great views
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen R., Cassopolis, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

PERFECT

This was the perfect place for our annual UP trip! Cabin is roomy and the view of the lake is awesome. Everything you need to cook with is in the perfectly stocked kitchen! We caught some blue bill and bass off the pier. The fire pits are great and having the outdoor chairs by the lake was perfect. The cabin was clean and functional all around. The wood stove was perfect for the chilly last night we were there. We loved the two track to get to the cabin. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Modern convivences and comfort in a remote location

Our group likes to be as remote in the wilderness as possible, but as we get older, we also like to be comfortable as well. This place is huge, very well kept and clean. It's the perfect combination of privacy and solitude with a fantastic enjoyable modern home on a private lake. Looking forward to multiple return visits.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Poplar Lake Lodge 2022

We really enjoyed our stay at the Lodge. There was so much to do on the lake and plenty of room inside to spread out. The only thing all future renters should know is that is a 45 minute ride to the nearest store to get anything you forgot. We never left the place after the first day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we were looking for

The location was as described, very secluded. We had the lake to ourselves. Charlie was awesome! Great communicator and always willing to help! Plenty of things to do inside and outside. Bring bug spray if you plan on going for a walk. I've never seen so many humming birds in one place (right outside the front of the house)!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

So serene!

We had an amazing time at this property. Serene is just one word to describe this amazing place! Charlie is a very attentive host and was available to answer all the questions we had. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place.

This was the perfect place for our family reunion. There is plenty to do and plenty of places to relax. Charlie was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A week with the Swans

An epically secluded lodge in the UP of Michigan thats everything you need. We brought lots of bug spray, and all the food and clothes we need. We were set, no need to leave the house, unless of course you want to. We took one day to Munising and did the tourist thing of boat tours of the Pictured Rocks. Was an easy and relaxing drive up. Surrounding community is kind and welcoming. The most welcoming of all however is Charlie. Very helpful, responsive, and devoted to you having a good week. I look forward to coming and staying another time, and my parents who came with my family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed it and also desire to come back. Come with an attitude of adventure. And a thirst for relaxation and connecting with your loved ones and the bounty of nature. Titled week with the Swans, for the gorgeous mated pair of trumpeter swans with the 5 egglets we so loved watching this week on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lance W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from Home

We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay during our U.P. vacation. From the communication with Charlie to the fishing in the lake, it was just what we wanted. We ended up catching 7 different species of fish including the Northern Pike. There were multiple things for our family to enjoy and do. Many memories were made during our stay at the lodge. Thank you for sharing this lodge so we could enjoy it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

roger g.

Liked: Cleanliness

If you,re looking for remote this is it

The property is listed secluded, this may be an understatement, 30 minutes off the last main road. This was exactly what we were looking for. Charlie is the most amazing host as he meets you at the lodge to go over all the unique features as this is a solar powered house. There were a couple small issues as we were the first quests for this summer, but Charlie quickly solved them and was very concerned about our experience. Make sure you bring everything you need as it is about 45 minute drive for groceries. Mosquitoes are an issue but that's what you expect in the UP during the summer, just bring plenty of bug spray. Nice beach with sandy bottom for the kids, fishing was good, though we were unable to catch any muskie. Overall experience, without Charlie 4 1/2 stars, Charlie brings that up to 5 ++++ stars. Will be going back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022