FAQ

How do I get to Insel Haus?

Guests of our Bois Blanc Island Bed and Breakfast arrive by ferry, plane or helicopter.

Ferry Service
Locate Michigan's North/South corridor, the I-75 Expressway. Exit at marker #326, (Levering Road), turn east, and travel eight miles to the city of Cheboygan. Continue east to Water Street at the foot of the bridge spanning the Cheboygan River. Turn south one block to the Plaunt Transportation Company dock.

• Call 888-752-8687 for the ferry schedule and pricing.
• Since pricing is subject to change ask for current round trip rates per adult, per child, per automobile, truck or vehicle with trailer.
• A reservation is necessary only when transporting a vehicle to and from the Island. Plaunt Transportation Company rules: No credit cards - cash or check only.
• Please note that all scheduled trips are Strictly Weather Permitting. Any trips in December through April are at the sole discretion of the ship's captain.
• For more information, visit Plaunt’s website: www.bbiferry.com.

Plane Service
Call Great Lakes Air, their number is 906-643-7165. They will fly from the Cheboygan or St. Ignace airports. Be sure to advise them you wish to be flown to Bois Blanc Island. They will quote the current fare and equipment for this ten-minute flight.
Exit the I-75 Expressway at marker #326, (Levering Road), turn east, travel to the city of Cheboygan. As you approach the city the Cheboygan Airport will be on your left.

Pellston Regional Airport, Northern Michigan’s gateway to the world, hosts a Northwest Airlines Air Link. Insel Haus is accessible to guests from any nation served by international airlines.

Pellston car rental and taxi service is available for the 25 minute ride to Cheboygan.

Car Rental: AVIS 231-539-8302
Traverse City Leasing: 231-539-8404
Taxi: Mackinaw Shuttle & Air Cargo: 231-539-7005
Wolverine Stages: 800-825-1450
Mackinac Limosine: 888-349-8294
Helicopter Service
Insel Haus guests also arrive by helicopter. They land on our spacious lawn and beach. Travel arrangements can be made at most major metropoilitan airports or call RJ Helicopters: (800) 713-2505, (734) 457-5620, FAX: (734) 457-5702.

Advise us of your scheduled arrival time, by ferry or plane, and we will greet you at the island dock or airport.

Dock to Insel Haus

If you arrive with an automobile, drive to the end of the dock, turn right on the county road, and travel one mile. A beautiful bay will be on your right, a large meadow on your left with our Bed and Breakfast sitting atop a rise.

Advise us of your scheduled arrival time, by ferry or plane, and we will pick you up at the island dock or airport.


What are Insel Haus' cooking and food service options?

Breakfast is being served in the Great Room, buffet style, between 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m.

You may also bring your own food or send us a shopping list. Food will be here when you arrive. Fee: cost plus 10%.

For an additional charge of $25.00 per day you have access to a full kitchen for preparation of your own lunches or dinners.

Full kitchens include:
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s) with Oven(s)
Dishwasher(s)
Microwave(s)
Coffee Maker(s), Filters
Mixer(s)
Toaster(s)
Pots, Pans, Utensils, Silver Ware
Dishes, Glasses, Dinnerware
Dish Soap, Towels, Cloth
Some Condiments, Spices
Plastic Wrap, Tin Foil, Baggies
Paper Towels


What is included with room rental?

BATH(S)
Wash Cloths, Hand Towels, Bath Towels, Bath Mats, Hand Soaps, Toilet Paper, Shampoo & Shower Gel

BEDROOM(S)
Pillows, Bed Linens, Comforters, Alarm clock(s), Bath Mats, Hand Soaps, Toilet Paper

Also Available
Washer(s) and Dryer(s)
Jaquzzi, with rental of the Master Bedroom or Suites including the Master Bedroom
Radiant Heating/Air Conditioning
Electric Organ
DISH TV
20,000 Watt Diesel Generator
Computer Connection(s)
Broad Band Internet Service - WiFi
Library
Binoculars
Three Fireplaces
VHS Movies
CD's - music
Radio(s)
TV Receivers
Flashlights

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