Escape to Paradise Lake

Welcome to Lakeside Heritage Resort, a family-friendly stay on Paradise Lake where summer days slow down, bonfires last longer, and the best memories happen naturally. Just minutes from Mackinaw City, our collection of guest rooms and suites are designed for families looking to reconnect, explore Northern Michigan, and return year after year.

Grassy courtyard with chairs and bushes surrounded by a low motel-style building under trees.
Lakeside Heritage Resort
Carp Lake, MI
Lakeside Heritage Resort
Carp Lake, MI
Lakeside Heritage Resort
Carp Lake, MI
Lakeside Heritage Resort
Carp Lake, MI
Lakeside Heritage Resort
Carp Lake, MI
Lakeside Heritage Resort
Carp Lake, MI

Your Family’s Lakeside Tradition

Lakeside Heritage Resort is a boutique lakeside retreat on Paradise Lake featuring thoughtfully updated guest rooms, waterfront amenities, and easy access to Northern Michigan's top destinations.

Boutique Comfort on Paradise Lake

Lakeside Heritage Resort is bringing new life to a longtime Paradise Lake stay with thoughtful updates, refreshed spaces, and a hospitality experience centered around comfort, care, and connection.

Rooted in the tradition of classic Northern Michigan, this is the kind of place where families spend all day outside, come back sandy from the lake, and end the evening around the fire.

Simple, welcoming, and designed for togetherness, Lakeside Heritage Resort makes it easy to slow down and enjoy the moments that matter most.

Two children walking barefoot on a dock beside a small rowboat on calm water with trees in the background.
Six wooden lounge chairs arranged on sandy shore facing a large lake with trees in the background.

Enjoy the Best of Lakeside Living

Thoughtful amenities, shared spaces, and lakeside experiences designed to help families slow down, settle in, and enjoy Northern Michigan together.

Rowboat tied to a white dock on calm lake water reflecting a cloudy sky.

Paradise Lake Access

Enjoy direct access to beautiful Paradise Lake, where peaceful mornings, stunning sunsets, and endless waterfront views create the perfect backdrop for your Northern Michigan getaway.

Three blue bicycles parked on a concrete path near a lake under green trees.

Explore Like a Local

Take one of our complimentary cruiser bikes into Carp Lake to discover local restaurants, the marina, parks, and small-town charm—all just minutes from the resort.

Rowboat tied to a white dock on calm lake water reflecting a cloudy sky.Outdoor fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs and benches on a gravel area near a lake.Three blue bicycles parked on a concrete path near a lake under green trees.Stack of colorful kayaks and paddleboards on metal racks in a grassy park area with trees.
Outdoor fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs and benches on a gravel area near a lake.

Outdoor Gathering Spaces

Gather around the fire pit, enjoy a meal at the picnic tables, challenge friends to cornhole, or unwind in a hammock. Our outdoor spaces are designed for making memories together.

Stack of colorful kayaks and paddleboards on metal racks in a grassy park area with trees.

Resort Amenities

Enjoy everything you need for a memorable stay, including complimentary kayaks, fishing boats, outdoor seating, a playground, spacious grounds, and beautiful sunset views over Paradise Lake.

Guest Stories

Read about the lake days, family traditions, and quiet Up North moments our guests remember long after their stay.

It’s definitely worth the stay! We stayed here for 3 nights and it was great! Rooms were clean and cute. So many little touches that made all the difference. Very family friendly. My son loved it here and all the amenities, the view was great. It was so nice just sitting out looking at the water.
Jan
This truly is a special place to stay, friendly inviting staff, room was absolutely adorable and amenities were top notch. This place is where your soul can rest and reset. Loved it so much we are returning for our anniversary in August, and will be on yearly destination.
Carey
It was such a cute little place, in a great location in Northern Michigan. It is stocked with all your outdoor toys (kayaks, paddle boats, bikes, yard games, and a great fire pit) you need! We greatly enjoyed walking out every morning to the lake. It is quiet, but not too far from Mackinaw City. A perfect place for kids too!
Ashley
I had the opportunity to visit Lakeside Heritage Resort and this boutique motel is exceptional. The owners (Mike and Shawna) are so friendly and happy to help with any recommendations and answer any questions.
Rachel

Your Guide to Paradise Lake and Northern Michigan

Explore local attractions, family-friendly activities, Up North traditions, and helpful travel tips for planning your stay near Paradise Lake and Mackinaw City.

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Outdoor view of a motel with green roofs, surrounded by trees and lawns with Adirondack chairs.