The Michigan Airbnb With a Next-Level Sauna That Redefines Cozy Season

With my fiancé living in Europe for the last five years, I’ve spent a good amount of time getting to know European sauna culture. I’ve spent time in Iceland, Italy, Austria, and Germany unwinding in these hot relaxation rooms. As a result, I’ve gained quite a privileged taste of a variety of sauna experiences. Sauna culture finally appears to be making its way into the United States more prominently. If you’re looking to warm up this cozy season and sweat out your troubles, I’d highly suggest making a visit to the best Airbnb with a sauna in Michigan.

The Maple View House and Sauna is located in Central Lake, Michigan. Obviously, the star of the show is the beautiful sauna. What drew me to this sauna over others is its large glass picture window that overlooks the surrounding northern woods. Added to the property in 2023, the sauna feels modern and luxurious. In traditional sauna fashion, the sauna is disconnected from the main house, allowing you to repeat hot and cold intervals by continually going in and out. The sauna is the perfect place to sit outside, watch the snow fall, and take some quiet time to reflect.

In addition to the sauna, the home itself sleeps five adults across two bedrooms. The primary bedroom includes a queen bed. The second bedroom provides a bunk bed with a double on the bottom and a single on top. Another winter perk to this home is the wood-burning stove in the living room. It’s a particularly cozy corner that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and read a good book while the fire crackles.

Furthermore, the home provides a full kitchen, a full bathroom, and an outdoor patio. During warmer months, guests have access to a hammock strung between the trees. In the backyard, there is a proper fire pit with outdoor furniture that’s perfect for roasting marshmallows and stargazing. When visiting in the winter, the hosts recommend having a vehicle that has four-wheel-drive, as the driveway is quite steep.

As for location, the Maple View House and Sauna is just an easy drive from many popular winter activities. Downhill and Nordic skiing trails are available at Shanty Creek, Boyne Mountain, Nub’s Nob, and Boyne Highlands. There are even opportunities for snow tubing at Shanty Creek Resorts if skiing isn’t your thing.

A stay at the Maple View House and Sauna is the perfect winter getaway. With the best sauna in an Airbnb in Michigan, guests have the opportunity to truly unwind and reconnect with both themselves and nature. On top of that, the cozy wood-burning stove and living space make being inside during this winter season all the more dreamy. If you are itching to get outside, the proximity to winter sports can’t be beat. All in all, the  Maple View House and Sauna is the place to be during the snowy months. Feeling inspired? Try planning your own Missouri trip using Only In Your State’s itinerary planner.