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Sugar Inn

Hosted by Amanda · Beaver Island, Michigan

2 guests max · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 toilet

First Hipcamper Club

Earn this patch by being the first to spend a night outside at a new Hipcamp.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Boat-in

This Hipcamp is accessible by boat.

Fly-in

Fly your plane into this Hipcamp.

Don't just taste island living when you can immerse yourself in the middle of the largest island in Lake Michigan. Beaver Island offers remote experiences unlike any other. Explore the trails, inland lakes, and natural habitats around the island or right outside your tent door. The property has multiple trails among maple trees and hemlocks. During the winter, you can attempt to ice skate in the swamp, and in the spring, you can hear maple sap dripping. The "state bird," the mosquito, returns in May, but don’t be deterred — there is still much to explore before the golden fall takes your breath away. The property is located about five miles from Michigan's only International Dark Sky Sanctuary. It is also two miles from the Fox Lake boat launch and three miles from Barney's Lake boat launch, two of the island’s best fishing spots. Rental includes (as long as it fits): two pairs of snowshoes, two kayaks, and a canoe with PFDs. A shared flush toilet and hot shower are a short two-minute walk to our residence, which is shared with our family, including a quality mouser (cat) that sometimes goes outside. A wagon or sled will be provided to make the two-minute trek to the tent site. Driving to the site is not permitted or available, especially when the snow flies. We are 1.5 miles from Fresh Air Aviation, 6.0 miles from Island Air, and 6.4 miles from the Beaver Island Boat Company. Please note: planes do not fly in inclement weather, and the ferry is only seasonal. Be prepared to make alternate plans in case you cannot fly over or get stuck on the island for a few extra days. (Yes, this does happen!) Make sure to check the ferry schedule as well. This rental does not provide transportation. Car and bike rentals are available on the island, but be sure to plan ahead, especially in peak season. Cars are permitted on the ferry with advance notice. We can also recommend local “taxi drivers,” as Uber and Lyft are not available on the island. Things to note: There is a grocery store and gas station with limited hours. A health center is on the island for medical emergencies. The property has Verizon service only.This site is magically placed in a tree canopy beneath our sugar maples. Take a short walk by our maple syrup lines and boiling tank to find yourself at home. This Belle tent has a wood stove that will get your tent hot! 🔥 You will need to get up 1-2 times in the night to keep it going, but it truly keeps a quality temperature. We even trust our child in the tent over night. Eat on the picnic table outside the tent by the fire pit or inside the cozy tent by the wood stove. It is your choice to have an indoor or an outdoor kitchen. Books, Beaver Island-opoly, a puzzle, coloring books, and cards are provided inside the tent as well as a cooler and cooking supplies. Also included: futon, wood for the wood stove, cast iron skillet, dutch oven, potable water, a cooler as needed, sheets, blankets, and remoteness. It will just be the guest(s) and wildlife. The chickens and house cat don't usually go deep into the woods. A sled or a wagon will be provided to carry anything you may need back to the tent. Follow the string lights to the side of our home for access to a flush toilet and hot shower. This is in our residence, but is a private bathroom for your use. The rest of the house is unavailable. Feel free to explore the existing trails on the property.

What to expect

Short walk to site

Parking isn't available at the site. You will park a short distance away and walk to the site (1-5 mins)

Boat access only

Site is only accessible by boat

Plane access only

Site is only accessible by plane

Bell tent

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

2 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private

Toilet available

Flush toilet. 2 minute walk to a shared bathroom space in a

No pets

Potable water available

Bottled water or jugs

Showers available

Hot water . Shared space

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin. Please be mindful of recycling ALL plastic, Styrofoam, paper, and metals. A small grocery sized bag will be provided for trash. Anything larger must be taken care of by the renter. (Green trash bags are accepted by the transfer station and can be purchased there, the gas station, or the grocery store.)Save the compost for our chickens, please.

Cooking equipment present

Private, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils

Picnic table present

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Early or late check-in may be available

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Access: , By boat, By plane

Cancellation policy: Super Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Lodging

1 site

Sugar Inn Suite

Bell tent · Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 toilet

This site is magically placed in a tree canopy beneath our sugar maples. Take a short walk by our maple syrup lines and boiling tank to find yourself at home. This Belle tent has a wood stove that will get your tent hot! 🔥 You will need to get up 1-2 times in the night to keep it going, but it truly keeps a quality temperature. We even trust our child in the tent over night. Eat on the picnic table outside the tent by the fire pit or inside the cozy tent by the wood stove. It is your choice to have an indoor or an outdoor kitchen. Books, Beaver Island-opoly, a puzzle, coloring books, and cards are provided inside the tent as well as a cooler and cooking supplies. Also included: futon, wood for the wood stove, cast iron skillet, dutch oven, potable water, a cooler as needed, sheets, blankets, and remoteness. It will just be the guest(s) and wildlife. The chickens and house cat don't usually go deep into the woods. A sled or a wagon will be provided to carry anything you may need back to the tent. Follow the string lights to the side of our home for access to a flush toilet and hot shower. This is in our residence, but is a private bathroom for your use. The rest of the house is unavailable. Feel free to explore the existing trails on the property.

Short walk to site

Boat access only

Plane access only

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

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Location

Beaver Island, Charlevoix County, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Amanda B.

Joined in November 2025

Sugar Inn

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