Welcome to Paradise Pines Resort

We are currently restoring this historic cottage court established in 1938 and located in the small bayside town of Elk Rapids, MI. 

 All cottages are being completely remodeled. Everything from the flooring, to the electrical/plumbing, to the furniture. We are using re-purposed materials, furniture and decor wherever we can.

There are 10 u

We are currently restoring this historic cottage court established in 1938 and located in the small bayside town of Elk Rapids, MI. 

 All cottages are being completely remodeled. Everything from the flooring, to the electrical/plumbing, to the furniture. We are using re-purposed materials, furniture and decor wherever we can.

There are 10 unique cottages on our 5-acre property ranging from a super tiny 160 sqft efficiency up to a spacious 700 sqft, two bedroom cottage. 

Nine cottages are currently available for daily rental:

5 Full Service Cottages- include all bedding, towels, soaps, serviceware, and cookware

Cottage 2:  2 bedrooms/1 bath, 

sleeps 6

Cottage 3:  2 bedrooms/1 bath,

sleeps 4

Cottage 4:  1 bedroom/1 bath,

sleeps 2

Cottage 5: 1 bedroom /1 bath, 

sleeps 4

Cottage 6: 1 bedroom/1 bath, 

sleeps 2

4 Eco Cotttages - You bring all your own supplies: bedding, towels, soap, cookware, serviceware, etc.

Eco Cottage 7: 1 room with bath, 

sleeps 2

Eco Cottage 8: 2 rooms with bath,

sleeps 3

Eco Cottage 9: 1 room with bath and loft, sleeps 3

Eco Cottage 10: 1 room with bath, sleeps 2

We can host up to 28 people with all eight cottages.

Cottage 1 is the owners' residence and is not available to rent.

Full Service Cottages

Cottages 2-6 all have beds made up with quality sheets, pillows, and comfy quilts. We've stocked the bathrooms with towels, soap, and a hair dryer.

There are heat/AC units and fans in each of these cottages.

Cottages 2, 3, and 4

These cottages have full-sized appliances (fridge, range, dishwasher), microwave, toaster, an

Full Service Cottages

Cottages 2-6 all have beds made up with quality sheets, pillows, and comfy quilts. We've stocked the bathrooms with towels, soap, and a hair dryer.

There are heat/AC units and fans in each of these cottages.

Cottages 2, 3, and 4

These cottages have full-sized appliances (fridge, range, dishwasher), microwave, toaster, and  drip coffee makers.

Kitchens are well stocked with dinnerware and cookware for you to prepare and serve your favorite meals, just bring the groceries!.

Cottage 5 

This cottage has a wheel-chair accessible entrance and accessible features inside. The kitchenette does not have a stove, but it does have a full- size fridge, microwave, toaster and drip coffee maker. 

Cottage 6

Cottage 6 has a full-sized fridge with a 2-burner cooktop (no stove), dishwasher, microwave, toaster, and drip coffee maker.

The kitchen is  well stocked with dinnerware and cookware for you to prepare and serve meals.

Eco Cottages

Cottages 7 - 10 are our Eco Cottages,  These tiny houses are more economical and are our most eco-friendly spaces. They are in the woodsy part of the property with more shade than the full service cottages and are cooled  with fans, not AC. Small heaters keep you warm on chilly nights. 

You must bring all your own bedding, towels, soap, cookware and serviceware. to the Eco Cottages. You can also bring one well-behaved pet with you to the Eco Cottages.

A BBQ grill, group dining area, fire pit, and lawn areas for games are shared by all cottages. 

Click below for more details about each cottage. You can also see descriptions and photos of each cottage on our reservation page.

Reservations can be made online by going to the reservation page or clicking Book Now below. 

You can start making reservations for 2024 on October 1 at 9am 

for bookings of 5 nights or longer, November 1 for shorter stays. 

If you are a group interested in booking multiple cottages, a responsible individual (21 yrs or older) who is actually

Reservations can be made online by going to the reservation page or clicking Book Now below. 

You can start making reservations for 2024 on October 1 at 9am 

for bookings of 5 nights or longer, November 1 for shorter stays. 

If you are a group interested in booking multiple cottages, a responsible individual (21 yrs or older) who is actually staying in the cottage must book that cottage and provide their contact information. You cannot put multiple cottages in one person's name. If you have questions, call or email before booking.

Rates vary depending on cottage size, time of year, and day of week. Our lowest rates are in spring and fall and on week days (Sun-Thurs). Our rates start at $75/night for our smallest Eco Cottage and $130/night for our smallest Full Service Cottage. Each cottage has a cleaning fee depending on size and ranges from $35-$90 per stay.

To check on rates, click Book Now and search the dates and cottage(s) you are interested in.

You can call to make a reservation, but I am not always available by phone December though February.