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Modern Forest Escape Near Trails & Waterfalls – Prime UP Location

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A modern living room with a black sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling light fixture.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and black refrigerator. There are pots and pans on a shelf, and a can of PAM on the counter.
A red building with a sliding glass door, two Adirondack chairs, and a metal fire pit.
A bedroom with a bed, a mirror, a TV, and a fireplace.
A building with a sign reading "The Black Pearl Paradise."

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
The current price is $283
$272 nightly
$283 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29

Explore the area

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Paradise, MI
  • Place, Whitefish Township Community Library
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Tahquamenon Falls State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Whitefish Point Light
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Paradise

With a stay at this vacation home in Paradise, you'll be steps from Lake Superior and a 4-minute drive from Tahquamenon Falls State Park. .This vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Whitefish Township Community Library and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Cabin Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Whitefish Township Community Library - 1 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Tahquamenon Falls State Park - 5 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Cabin Lake - 9 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Whitefish Point Light - 16 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum - 16 min drive - 13.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, ON (YAM-Sault Ste. Marie Airport) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wheel House Diner And Goat Locker Saloon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Catch Of The Day - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fresh Coast Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Fish House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Berry Patch - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modern Forest Escape Near Trails & Waterfalls – Prime UP Location

Modern Forest Escape | Kitchen | Fireplace | Trails Access

Looking to explore Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in comfort and style? Welcome to Portside—Unit 2 of the Black Pearl of Paradise—a newly remodeled retreat nestled on 5 private wooded acres, just minutes from downtown Paradise and local eateries.
This cozy yet modern space is part of a three-unit property and offers the perfect mix of rustic charm and updated amenities, ideal for couples, small families, or solo travelers looking to unplug and unwind.
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PORTSIDE: Unit 2 Features
• Spacious 1-Bedroom Unit with Queen Bed
• Fully stocked kitchen and open-concept living area
• Electric fireplaces in both the bedroom and living room
• Walk-in shower and updated bath
• Sliding glass doors to your own private outdoor area with grill and fire pit
• Roku Smart TV for cozy movie nights
• Ideal for longer stays or anyone wanting that home-away-from-home feel
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The Black Pearl of Paradise – Property Overview

3 Unique Units designed for comfort and flexibility:

o The Captain's Cabin: King bed, studio layout, cozy fireplace, and private bath with corner walk-in shower.

o Portside (Unit 2): Queen bed, full kitchen, walk-in shower, private outdoor access.

o Starboard: Queen bed, full kitchen, ADA-compliant bathroom with tub/shower combo, smart features, and accessibility-friendly layout.

All units include: Electric fireplaces, private bathrooms, modern touches, and access to scenic woodland views.
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Location Highlights

Adjacent to Paradise Pathway Cross-Country Ski Trails – year-round access to skiing, hiking, and nature walks.

Ample Parking with a circular driveway – perfect for trailers, large vehicles, or snowmobiles.
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Nearby Adventures

• Tahquamenon Falls – 10 miles
• Whitefish Point & Shipwreck Museum – 8 miles
• Vermilion Point Nature Preserve – 13 miles
• Crisp Point Lighthouse – 28 miles (scenic day trip)
• Soo Locks – Sault Ste. Marie – 61 miles
• Pictured Rocks – Munising – 103 miles
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Why Guests Love It Here

Whether you're chasing waterfalls, kayaking Superior's shoreline, hiking pristine forest trails, or just curling up by the fire, Portside and the entire Black Pearl property give you front-row access to everything magical about the U.P.—with the creature comforts to match.
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Book your stay at Portside today and let the Black Pearl of Paradise be your gateway to Upper Peninsula adventure!

Want to bring friends? Book all three units and make it a group retreat to remember.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Modern Forest Escape Near Trails & Waterfalls – Prime UP Location Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Convenient to the restaurant up the street. Right on the snowmobile trail.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place and great location. Very clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tanya j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great place for a weekend away. Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Harry Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay. Comfortable and relaxed. Easy access and close to the center of town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat and very nice. Nice chill place to hang out after touring some falls!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sleek updates done

This place was updated with cool modern decor. Nice central location for going to the waterfalls located around it. Would stay there again if back in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip to Paradise

We enjoyed our stay in a clean fully equipped unit. Owner was responsive and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was newly renovated with a full set of appliances in the kitchen and nice decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Base Camp

Black Pearl is a great base camp lock for the area. The host is new in the lodging business and we wish him success.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

j N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heat was off when we arrived, took hours to heat up with electric wall heaters. Bathroom needs attention with mold and trim work around the shower. Super convenient spot for snowmobiling. Overall ok but just needs maintenance kept up.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason W.

Liked: Check-in, location

Perfect for home base when exploring the area

Its not a bad place but needs finishing in a few areas. The fireplace remotes didnt work, but during our stay didnt really need it. Check in was easy, area is quite. We had a blast checking out everything the area had to offer and this place made it easy to get some rest for the next adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black Pearl in Paradise

Very nice property that hit all our needs for a Fourth of July holiday. Wish we had more time to chill at the property. This place was all set up for meal prep with spices, oils, condiments and excellent equipment. Even a fire pit and grill!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
I feel this property did not sleep 4 as advertised. Probably fine for 2 small children but not for 2 adults.Otherwise fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Interrupted stay

Ended up staying one night due to a medical emergency. Would appreciate some sort of reimbursement if possible
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a basic but functional unit, with a fridge/stove/dishwasher/outdoor grill, and cooking/eating basics. We stayed for one night. The location is excellent if your destination is Taquamenon Falls or the Whitefish Bay area. We especially liked the ease of self check-in as well as the fire pit and chairs in the back. We would have liked a sliding screen door for the back door-wall (in addition to the sliding glass door) so that we could leave both front windows (which have screens) and the rear door-wall open for better air circulation (as the unit has no A/C). We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No shower soap or shampoo ( was listed as supplied. Only 1 hand in unit. Moved from shower to bathroom sink to kitchen sink.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adventure Paradise

We had a blast up in Paradise. The Black Pearl is centrally located to ORV Trails, Tahquamenon Falls, White Fish Point, Crisp Point and various other adventures. It was nice to arrive to a clean and neat place that provided all the amenities you may need. The BP also had a fire pit with chairs for those s’mores. Right down the road was an awesome Breakfast place and there was another great dinner spot in town. If you are looking for a nice place to lay your head after your adventures, this is the place to book. Lastly, the Owners were extremely communicative and answered all questions. Two thumbs up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025