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Beautifully Renovated Vintage Cabin in the Heart of Manistee National Forest

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Interior detail
Beach
Pool
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Wellston, MI
  • Crystal Lake Township Park
    6 min drive
  • Pine Lake
    13 min drive
  • Stockade Bar & Restaurant
    13 min walk
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    26 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beautifully Renovated Vintage Cabin in the Heart of Manistee National Forest

Beautifully redesigned, vintage, comfortable, super clean cabin located in the heart of Manistee National Forest. Totally secluded with no neighbors in sight. Cabin sits on 5 wooded acres and is surrounded by hundreds of acres of Manistee National Forest. Our place has been recently remodeled and beautifully appointed. Close to fishing ( WORLD RECORD BROWN TROUT CAUGHT 4 MILES AWAY), hunting, hiking, downhill and cross country skiing, mountain biking, (Big M Cross Country and mountain bike trails are only 3 miles down the road) canoeing and kayaking, and snowmobiling ( catch the trails right from the driveway). Beautiful covered front porch with huge patio and charcoal grill. Also has a firepit for those evening bonfires! The cabin comes totally furnished and also has a washer and dryer. The bathroom and bedroom are very large and there is a leather sofa and futon in the living room. We also have 2 very comfortable roll away sleeper cots. You will not be disappointed with our place!

Keywords: cabin, cottage,
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Huron-Manistee National Forest. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 5 minutes by car from Wellston Branch Library
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Manistee cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Shawn Mullins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: outside

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Beautifully Renovated Vintage Cabin in the Heart of Manistee National Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul S., Van Buren Twp

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean cabin
The cabin is beautiful and clean. It was perfect for us.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our short stay!
We spent two nights at Shawn’s cabin for a quick anniversary getaway. It was clean, the location was private and peaceful, and Shawn was very responsive, kind and accommodating. We’d love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Just as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Cabin was clean, comfortable and perfectly situated. Shawn was very easy to get ahold of and answered all our questions promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
This was a perfect getaway property. Great communication with host. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hunting
Too many tree huggers in the area. Made lots of noise preceding and during hunting. Local DNR said to chill and deal with it. Wrong answer. Cabin is beautiful though and highly recommend if not hunting. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Nice place and good location for hunting and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jordan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy!
Cute and cozy little cabin. Very very clean. we enjoyed the shooting range right off the porch. Check in and out was a breeze. Right off the road from the trails. Only complaints were that the bed wasn’t very comfy and the headboard was noisy upon any slight movement. Overall we really enjoyed our getaway and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay.
Very clean and a nice location. Had a nice stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alecia Maureen, Clarkston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean cabin in the woods. Close to trails and Tippy Dam. About 20 minutes from downtown Manistee which is a very cute town. Just a little noisy at times with the traffic since it’s right off the main highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we were looking for
The cabin was exactly what we were hoping for. Do to weather we weren’t able to explore the property though. We will definitely be back to do just that.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lissa J., Midwest

Liked: Cleanliness
Salmon Fishing
We chose this rental for it's proximity to Tippy Dam Recreation area to meet our guide. It was great because it was far enough away but still a close drive (20 minutes). The house is 20 minutes from the town of Manistee which is incredibly beautiful with fun shops and dining. The house was fun and had everything we needed. On the nights we weren't fishing we were able to have a campfire and relax outside. My husband enjoyed target shooting at the onsite range. Honestly, last year we stayed at a fancier, more expensive house but had more fun here. Shawn and his wife were very responsive to any questions. Overall, I would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time fishing
Clean peaceful place.Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend
My husband and some of our close friends stayed at the cabin for the North Country Trail race weekend. The cabin was super clean, roomy, and close to the start/finish. This is the place we will want to stay every time we go back for this race or if we just want to spend the weekend in Manistee!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Up North Getaway
My husband and I were looking for a peaceful, secluded cabin near Lake Michigan for our annual trip up north, and this was perfect! Very clean and tidy, with all the amenities needed to prepare meals after a day at the beach and then kick back and relax around the campfire at night. We loved it! Owners are super friendly and respond quickly to messages. Thank you so much for everything. We'll be back someday for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cabin was in an ideal location. The property is beautiful. We enjoyed staying there except the bed was uncomfortable and creaked loudly everytime either my husband or myself turned over.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Property was just as advertised and we had a fun time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., Evansville, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay at this property
My husband and I loved our stay at this property. To be honest, we didn't use all the things it had to offer because we didn't have enough time. The property is clean, well-maintained, is just as advertised, and feels welcoming. There is plenty of room inside of the property as well as outside. The location is easy to find and within an hour or two of popular destinations. Host answers promptly. We had no issues during our stay and would recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S., Kalamazoo

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin
Nice little cabin. Only about 20 minutes from Manistee, but yet isolated. fun place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L., Perrysburg, Oh.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 1-6, 2023
Cabin is beautiful inside and out. Convenient grill and fire pit area. We love to target shoot and this property is equipped with a great area for this. Comfortable bed, extremely soft sheets!! Shawn is very fast to respond to any questions and cares about his renters. Also quite near to Lake Michigan for a great day at the beach. Thanks for a fun and comfortable stay, Shawn and family! Cindy and Jon
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the Woods
Very quiet, no close neighbors. Surrounded by woods. Surprised to not see or hear any wildlife or birds even when walking in the woods, except a brief glimpse of one squirrel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful, quaint cabin!! We loved our stay and felt comfortable and at home. We enjoyed the charcoal grill (who doesn't love BBQ steak bought from the local market?!), and the firepit consumed our evenings. We chose this cabin because of its location; small town feels, but only an hour away from Traverse City!!!! (where we spent the day, and were more than happy to bring our wine back to the cabin for a relaxing evening) Shawn was super responsive, and we can't wait to come back and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
There was a very simple, ultra stream -lined check in and check out process. No multi-page list of rules and checklists. This tells me that the owner trusts and respects his renters. I agree with other things that others have written: Ultra-clean, secluded, a bit of highway noise but not bothersome to us in the least. Close to supplies (e.g., the best Dollar General I have ever been in. They had absolutely everything, including fresh produce). Nice workmanship on the interior woods. More outlets than you can shake a stick at. Shower was the greatest: pure water and wonderful pressure. Nice wooded property but we didn’t walk out into the woods. Overall a very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brody N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing short of amazing!
My wife and I were celebrating an anniversary weekend together and wanted a secluded yet "close to town" spot to stay. This place was perfect. Everything was clean and ready for us when we got there. I let the owner know ahead of time that we would be checking in quite late and it wasn't an issue. Highly recommend vacationing here as well as visiting some hiking trails around the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring steelhead 2023
So convenient to be so close to the river. Probably book more night in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023