Great Lakes Boat Building School

Housing

Living in the Les Cheneaux Islands

The Les Cheneaux Islands area is located in Michigan’s Eastern Upper Peninsula, approximately 30 miles northeast of the Mackinac Bridge. The name “Les Cheneaux” is French in origin meaning “the channels.”

Our series of 36 islands along 12 miles of Lake Huron shoreline afford many channels throughout the area. The sheltered bays, channels and quiet coves make for ideal sailing and boating as small crafts are protected from the Great Lake’s winds.The Les Cheneaux Area is an authentic place, where the community shares a passion for adventure, independence, a love of small town life, and of course, boats.

As a student, you will live and learn in a place that inspires wonder each day.

Satisfy any thirst for outdoor recreation with endless acres of public forest, trails, campgrounds, rustic resorts, beaches, and miles of open water and protected channels.

EAT
  • Find a shoreline to picnic on
  • Enjoy happy hour at one of our local establishments
  • Walk to town for ice cream or fresh roasted coffee
  • Have fresh fish at one of our local restaurants
  • Try a locally made spirit at Les Cheneaux Distillers
SEE
  • Spy vintage Chris Craft “woodies”
  • Watch the boats go by from the porch overlooking the bay
  • Tour the Maritime Museum
  • Explore the limestone boulders and sandy beaches along the “scenic stretch”
  • Watch the sunsets, stargaze, and look out for northern lights
DO
  • Navigate the beautiful bays and channels that separate the various islands
  • Enjoy weekend boat bashes at local hot-spots
  • Fish for walleye, pike, perch and more
  • Attend the annual Les Cheneaux Islands Antique Wooden Boat Show
  • Head out on a guided kayaking or paddleboard tours
  • Take local art classes
  • Listen to live music at the library

Cozy Cottage

SNOWS CHANNEL I 1524 S. PARK AVE I CEDARVILLE, MI 49719

  • One bedroom, one bathroom
  • Living room area has a twin sized bed, adjacent to dining area
  • Fully equipped kitchen – Stove, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, dishes, pots & pans, and utensils
  • Less than two miles from GLBBS
  • Includes water, sewer, internet, plowing in the winter, use of the dock, and one parking spot
CONTACT INFORMATION

Linda Larger & Ralph Metzger
lalarger@sbcglobal.net
(614) 361-7822 | (906) 484-6805 | (614) 759-9430

Liberty Cottage

SNOWS CHANNEL I 1524 S. PARK AVE I CEDARVILLE, MI 49719

  • Two bedrooms, one bathroom
  • Comfortably accommodates two to three guests
  • Fully equipped kitchen – Stove, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, dishes, pots & pans, and utensils
  • Less than two miles from GLBBS
  • Includes water, sewer, internet, plowing in the winter, use of the dock, and one parking spot
CONTACT INFORMATION

Linda Larger & Ralph Metzger
lalarger@sbcglobal.net
(614) 361-7822 | (906) 484-6805 | (614) 759-9430

Ford’s Cottages

CEDARVILLE BAY I 446 E GROVE STREET I CEDARVILLE, MI 49719

  • One bedroom lakeview cottages with queen-size plush bed, one bathroom
  • Living room has pull-out sofa for additional guests
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Within walking distance of downtown Cedarville and GLBBS
CONTACT INFORMATION

Karri Ross
karri@fordscottages.com
(906) 484-2835 | (813) 468-5985

Waterlawn Cottages

CEDARVILLE BAY I 86 SMITH PT. I CEDARVILLE, MI 49719

  • Nostalgic lakefront cottages on a private peninsula in Cedarville Bay
  • Cozy one bedroom and two bedroom cottages with queen size beds
  • Covered porches and/or sun decks
  • Terrific docks in a protected harbor – great for boats
  • Within walking distance of downtown Cedarville and GLBBS
  • Cottages available from September – June only
  • Please contact owner for more details
CONTACT INFORMATION

Bob Smith
waterlawncottages@gmail.com | bobsmith@cedarville.net
(906) 630-6572 I (906) 484-2456

Cedarville Hotel

106 M-134 I CEDARVILLE, MI 49719

  • Single Rooms (king bed) or Double Rooms (two queen beds) available
  • All rooms are furnished, and include mini fridges, microwaves, private bathrooms, smart TVs, heat and air conditioning
  • Kitchenette rooms with a sink, cooktop, and cabinetry available on a first come, first served basis
  • Coin-operated laundry, exercise room, game area, and trash service all onsite
  • WiFi, cable, and all utilities included
  • Discounted hotel rooms for family visits
  • Within walking distance of downtown Cedarville and GLBBS
CONTACT INFORMATION

Jack Schiefelbein
cedarvillehotel@gmail.com
(248) 894-4867