Skull Island - Blackbeard's Hideaway
White Lake, Langlade County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Skull Island - Blackbeard's Hideaway Ahoy, matey! Welcome to Skull Island where your adventures begin, and your memories are treasured.Your adventure begins right after you park your car in the gated parking area. You'll bring your belongings to the dock where you can load it into your boat or use ours. From the dock, the house will be in your view on the island just to the right. THERE IS NO WAY...
Skull Island - Blackbeard's Hideaway Ahoy, matey! Welcome to Skull Island where your adventures begin, and your memories are treasured.Your adventure begins right after you park your car in the gated parking area. You'll bring your belongings to the dock where you can load it into your boat or use ours. From the dock, the house will be in your view on the island just to the right. THERE IS NO WAY TO DRIVE TO THE ISLAND, IT CAN ONLY BE ACCESSED BY ROWBOAT, YOUR BOAT OR RENTED PONTOON BOAT.The home is unmistakable with pirate flags all around, painted black with cannons mounted to the side. You are about 100 yards or about a five-minute rowboat ride from your destination.The property is on a point of the island. This gives you 270-degree views, main view of Pontiac Lake, the beach and Gale Bay. It's great to have the sun on the front of the house and to the rear of the house, you'll find shade under the large maple tree. In the evening you'll enjoy breathtaking sunsets.You'll have access to everything you need. On the Lake, there is a Chinese Restaurant and a couple of boat liveries. Pontiac Lake State Park has a host of things to do.Skull Island kid's camp is just on the other side of the island. Check them out on their website www.skullislandcamp.com or on Facebook www.facebook.com/skull.islandcamp.Water is the way of the pirate so let's address that. There is a rowboat and paddle boat included with the house at no charge. We rent a well-seasoned 12-person pontoon for $150 per night or a newer pontoon can be rented from the multiple local boat liveries. Lounge around the lake or on the dock or deck all day and spend your evenings in Pontiac, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Clarkston, Detroit, Windsor (Canada), or other local hot spot of your choosing. Bring your fishing pole and catch Bass, Bluegill, Pike, Walleye, and other game fish when in season. Barbecue outside or cook inside. Vacation in beautiful Oakland County while enjoying the cozy, yet upscale, Northern Michigan atmosphere of this home. Abundant wildlife in nature sanctuary type setting all around the property. The cottage has additional dock space for your own boat as well.On weekends you'll see the locals playing volleyball in the water.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
- Boat
Entertainment
- Television
- DVD player
- Video library
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Beach view
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Ice skating
- Hiking
- Mountain biking
- Shopping
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
Suitability
- Long-term renters welcome
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Beach view
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Long-term renters welcome
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
White Lake
Located in White Lake, this cabin is on the waterfront. Pine Knob Music Theatre and The Crofoot are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Alpine Valley Ski Area and Shepherd's Hollow Golf Club. Waterford Oaks Waterpark and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area 1 min drive
- Huron River 9 min drive
- Alpine Valley Ski Area 10 min drive
- Great Lakes Crossing Outlets 21 min drive
- Pine Knob Music Theatre 22 min drive
Getting around
- Pontiac Station 19 min drive
- Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) 7 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 9 min drive
- Jimmy John's 8 min drive
- Applebee's 8 min drive
- Culver's 7 min drive
- Lakeside Bar & Grill 10 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Skull Island - Blackbeard's Hideaway pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Skull Island - Blackbeard's Hideaway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Skull Island - Blackbeard's Hideaway?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Skull Island - Blackbeard's Hideaway located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area and within 6 miles (10 km) of Huron River and Alpine Valley Ski Area. Union Lake and Big Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).