Ford’s Cottages

We’re at the beginning of our second stay here and I can’t say enough about how much my entire family and I love this place. These little cottages are perfect for a family stay for a week or five (I wish). It’s a beautiful spot right in the middle of the Les Cheneaux Islands and you have a beautiful view of the water from inside your cottage and on the deck. There’ a boat dock where you are free to keep your boat if you bring one, or you can just fish off the end like some of the little kids have been doing this week.
They have a makeshift little beach area with about six plastic Adirondack chairs and I’m telling you, these kids staying here can’t get enough of that sand. Right next to that area they have five kayaks ready to go– my cousins and I take full advantage of these every time we stay. Every cottage’s deck has some of their own Adirondack chairs which we take from one to the other since we stay in two cottages right next to each other for the week. There’s also a charcoal grill at each one which, again, we take full advantage of throughout the week. There’s a fire pit off to the side of the cottages which I a great way to spend the evenings.
Inside the cottages– fully stocked with dishes, towels, blankets, etc. There’s free wifi and cable in each one. Plenty of outlets if you’re worried about charging electronics or if you (like my mom) will be working at any point during your stay. The kitchen has a fridge, freezer, stove, oven, and microwave– so everything you could need to make any meal you desire.
The owners of this place are incredible. Kirstin an Jason are two of nicest people we’ve met and they really care about everyone here and making sure you enjoy your stay. They live in a house right on the same property so they’re almost always around. Both of them drop in periodically to make sure you’re enjoying your time and that there’s nothing you need from them. They own the North Coast Company in Hessel now which is an ice cream, fudge, and coffee shop inside the showroom of E.J. Mertaugh Boat Works. This was the first Chris Craft dealership in America, for those of you who enjoy boats.
This part of Michigan is simply incredible. It’s beautiful and quiet with plenty of outdoor activity going on. You’re only a little bit away from Mackinac Island, the Soo Locks in Sault Ste Marie, and Tahquamenon Fall– all excellent day trips during your stay. I would highly recommend staying at Ford’s Cottages to anyone. You jut can’t go wrong here!

I love this place. My husband and I had the chance to take 4 nights and get away to these charming cottages. Right on lake huron. You couldn’t ask for a better view from your cottages on the lake. The owners are really friendly and helpful with things to do in the area. Clean, quiet resort. Highly recommended. We are already booked for next year. Can’t wait for the next 11 months to pass before we go back. :)