The Monarch

The Monarch What Up North should feel like. Dog friendly lakefront vacation rental in Wolverine, Michigan. 3 bedrooms | kayaks | firepit | game room

There’s something extra special about hearing that the little details made a stay feel like home. 💕From quiet mornings b...
09/05/2026

There’s something extra special about hearing that the little details made a stay feel like home. 💕

From quiet mornings by the lake to fishing, fireside nights, and plenty of time outdoors, The Monarch was made to be a place where you can slow down, settle in, and actually enjoy being Up North.

We’re so grateful for this 10/10 review and even happier that the thought and care we’ve put into the house was felt during their stay.

Ready for your own quiet escape in Wolverine? Fall at The Monarch is pretty hard to beat.

🏡 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
🌊 Private lakefront
🐾 Dog-friendly
🛶 Kayaks, rowboat + paddleboat
🔥 Fire pit + game room
🌲 Surrounded by Northern Michigan wilderness

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There’s something about fall Up North that’s hard to explain until you experience it.The crisp mornings. The sound of le...
07/31/2026

There’s something about fall Up North that’s hard to explain until you experience it.

The crisp mornings. The sound of leaves blowing across the lake. Coffee by the window while the fog lifts off the water. Evenings around the fire with a blanket and your favorite drink.

At The Monarch, you're surrounded by some of Northern Michigan's best fall scenery, with easy day trips to Petoskey, Ga***rd, Mackinaw City, and Cheboygan. Or don't leave at all. Spend the weekend kayaking, fishing, playing games, reading a book with a lake view, or simply enjoying the quiet that comes after summer.

🍁 Stay anytime September through November and save $200 with promo code FIRSTFALL.

The Monarch features:
🏡 3 bedrooms
🛏️ Sleeps up to 6
🐾 Dog-friendly
🎱 Game room
🚣 Complimentary kayaks, paddleboat & fishing gear
🌊 Waterfront on Lance Lake

Fall weekends fill up faster than most people expect, so if you've been thinking about an Up North getaway, now's the time.

🍂 Use code FIRSTFALL to save $200 on your autumn escape.

What Up North Should Feel Like.

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Vacation plans should be exciting—not stressful. ✨Life happens. Unexpected illnesses, severe weather, work obligations, ...
07/29/2026

Vacation plans should be exciting—not stressful. ✨

Life happens. Unexpected illnesses, severe weather, work obligations, and other surprises can pop up when you least expect them.

That's why guests who book directly through The Monarch have the option to purchase Travel Insurance during checkout.

Depending on the plan you choose, travel protection can help protect your vacation investment if your trip is interrupted or needs to be canceled for a covered reason. There is also an optional Cancel For Any Reason upgrade available for eligible bookings, offering additional flexibility beyond the standard covered reasons. Coverage terms, eligibility, and benefits vary by policy and state.

We hope you never need it, but it's nice knowing the option is there.

Because planning your Up North getaway should be about making memories... not worrying about "what if."

🏡 Book direct with confidence at The Monarch.

Bring the ATV. We'll handle the rest. 🏕️🏍️Wolverine is home to some of Michigan's best ATV and ORV riding, with hundreds...
07/27/2026

Bring the ATV. We'll handle the rest. 🏕️🏍️

Wolverine is home to some of Michigan's best ATV and ORV riding, with hundreds of miles of trails just minutes from The Monarch.

Whether you're looking for scenic forest roads or challenging trail systems, you'll find incredible riding nearby, including:

🌲 Tomahawk Trail System
🏔️ Black Mountain Recreation Area
🦌 Sturgeon Valley State Forest
🚙 Indian River Trail System
🌊 Black Lake
🍁 Ga***rd State Forest

After a full day on the trails, come back to your own lakefront cabin.

🎣 Cast a line from the dock.
🛶 Take a paddle around Lance Lake.
🔥 Relax around the fire pit.
🎱 Challenge your group to connect4, foosball, darts, or PacMan in the game room.

That's what makes The Monarch the perfect home base for your Northern Michigan adventure.

We rounded up our favorite ATV and ORV trails near Wolverine on the blog. Check it out before planning your next ride!

https://www.themonarchmi.com/blog/the-best-atv-trails-near-wolverine-michigan

We are officially SOLD OUT for Summer 2026! ☀️To every guest who chose to spend part of their summer with us, thank you!...
07/26/2026

We are officially SOLD OUT for Summer 2026! ☀️

To every guest who chose to spend part of their summer with us, thank you! We truly appreciate your support and can't wait to welcome you to Lance Lake.

If you missed out on a summer stay, don't worry...fall in Northern Michigan is one of our favorite seasons. 🍁 Cozy evenings, vibrant colors, peaceful mornings on the lake, and easy day trips to Petoskey, Mackinac, Ga***rd, and Cheboygan make it a pretty incredible time to visit.

Thank you for making our first season one we'll never forget. 🦋

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We had a great time today at a lavender wreath making workshop at our next door neighbors North Country Lavender Farm!
07/25/2026

We had a great time today at a lavender wreath making workshop at our next door neighbors North Country Lavender Farm!

One of the best things about staying at The Monarch is that you're close enough to explore some of Northern Michigan's m...
07/25/2026

One of the best things about staying at The Monarch is that you're close enough to explore some of Northern Michigan's most iconic destinations while coming home to the peace and quiet of Lance Lake.

Spend the day:
🛍️ Shopping the charming Gaslight District
🍷 Sipping local wines at nearby wineries
🍽️ Enjoying lunch at one of Petoskey's incredible restaurants
🏖️ Searching for Petoskey stones along the shoreline
🍦 Treating yourself to ice cream by Little Traverse Bay
🌲 Taking a scenic drive through Northern Michigan

Then head back to The Monarch to grill dinner, launch a kayak, cast a line from the dock, or unwind around the fire pit under a sky full of stars.

That's what makes The Monarch the perfect home base for exploring Northern Michigan—adventure by day, lake life by night.

📖 We put together our favorite things to do in Petoskey on the blog! Check it out and start planning your day trip.

https://www.themonarchmi.com/blog/a-day-trip-to-petoskey-the-perfect-northern-michigan-adventure-from-the-monarch

If you were on vacation here, after morning coffee on the dock...What's next?🎣 Fishing🛶 Kayaking on the lake📖 Reading in...
07/24/2026

If you were on vacation here, after morning coffee on the dock...

What's next?

🎣 Fishing
🛶 Kayaking on the lake
📖 Reading in the hammock
🍷 Wine tasting in town

Tell us how your perfect Up North morning starts. 👇

The best mornings start here.Coffee on the porch.Then...🚣 Paddle across Lance Lake.🎣 Catch tonight's dinner.🎯 Beat every...
07/23/2026

The best mornings start here.

Coffee on the porch.

Then...

🚣 Paddle across Lance Lake.
🎣 Catch tonight's dinner.
🎯 Beat everyone in darts.
🔥 End the night around the fire.

Repeat tomorrow.

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Some views never get old.Imagine starting your morning with coffee by the fire, watching the sun rise over Lance Lake fr...
07/22/2026

Some views never get old.

Imagine starting your morning with coffee by the fire, watching the sun rise over Lance Lake from the comfort of the couch.

Whether you're planning a family getaway, a weekend with friends, or a peaceful escape with your pup, The Monarch is designed for slowing down and soaking it all in.

🏡 Sleeps up to 6
🐶 Dog-friendly
🌊 Waterfront on Lance Lake
🔥 Fireplace + fire pit

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