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Wolf Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Sleeps 4 37.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Wellston, MI
- Tippy Dam Recreation Area17 min drive
- Sand Lake19 min drive
- Little River Casino25 min drive
- Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Double Beds
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Wolf Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails!
The Wolf Den is a cozy motel style room that sleeps 4. Features 2 Full Size Beds, bathroom with shower, kitchenette with mini fridge, microwave, toaster, and dinnerware for 4. Plenty of linens are provided as well as bath essentials.
Satellite Television provided on LED Flat Screen TV. Window A/C Unit installed in summer months- removed in winter. Free WIFI!
Location: This Motel is located on M-55 (Caberfae Hwy) which means that there's potential for traffic noise. Please keep this in mind when booking.
SNOWMOBILERS- The trails do not run into this property, however, we do offer a staging area right off the trail at the corner of M-55/Seaman Rd in Wellston. You can park your trailers in the lot and ride to the trails. The trailers may remain on the lot the duration of your stay. The lot offers video surveilance 24/7 to keep tabs on your property. Contact for additional details!
Property features common areas- Two Fire Pit areas, well lit entrance, charcoal park style grill.
Larger Group? Contact us or See our Other Listings!!
FAQ's
Can we bring our pet?
Unfortunately we have many guests with pet allergies and pet hair/dander is a constant issue. We are not accepting pets at this time.
What do we need to bring?
We supply toilet paper, hand soap, paper towel, dish soap, sponges, linens/blankets/pillows for beds (beds are made for guests) as well as towels, washcloths, kitchen towels, mini shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, etc.. We suggest bringing anything you feel you may need in addition and reviewing our amenities and supply list in it's entirety prior to traveling to your rental.
What activities are available in your area?
The activities in our area are nearly entirely outdoor recreation activities. Blessed to be located in the Manistee National Forest we are lucky to be very close to some amazing hiking/fat biking trails such as the Big M and the North Country Trail. We are surrounded by lakes and rivers as well. Kayak or canoe on the Big Manistee, the Little Manistee or the Pine River. Watch the salmon run in the fall in small creeks or fish one of our many small lakes. We are also located only about a half hour from Lake Michigan and it's beautiful beaches. Shopping is available in Manistee, Ludington, and Traverse City. Our area also has many ATV and Snowmobile trails and trail maps are available online and in the welcome book at our cabins. This cabin is located approx 20-35 minutes from Crystal Mountain and Caberfae Peaks for skiing and snowboarding. We are located 25 minutes from the Little River Casino and our area hosts the Hoxeyville Music Festival Annually as well!
How far are you from...?
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes: A little over an hour
Manistee: 25 Minutes
Ludington: 50 Minutes
Traverse City: 1 Hr- 1 1/4 Hour
What is your cancellation policy: You will receive a full refund if your stay is cancelled at least 14 days prior to arrival. We will make every attempt to rebook your dates and you will receive a refund if we are able do so.
Satellite Television provided on LED Flat Screen TV. Window A/C Unit installed in summer months- removed in winter. Free WIFI!
Location: This Motel is located on M-55 (Caberfae Hwy) which means that there's potential for traffic noise. Please keep this in mind when booking.
SNOWMOBILERS- The trails do not run into this property, however, we do offer a staging area right off the trail at the corner of M-55/Seaman Rd in Wellston. You can park your trailers in the lot and ride to the trails. The trailers may remain on the lot the duration of your stay. The lot offers video surveilance 24/7 to keep tabs on your property. Contact for additional details!
Property features common areas- Two Fire Pit areas, well lit entrance, charcoal park style grill.
Larger Group? Contact us or See our Other Listings!!
FAQ's
Can we bring our pet?
Unfortunately we have many guests with pet allergies and pet hair/dander is a constant issue. We are not accepting pets at this time.
What do we need to bring?
We supply toilet paper, hand soap, paper towel, dish soap, sponges, linens/blankets/pillows for beds (beds are made for guests) as well as towels, washcloths, kitchen towels, mini shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, etc.. We suggest bringing anything you feel you may need in addition and reviewing our amenities and supply list in it's entirety prior to traveling to your rental.
What activities are available in your area?
The activities in our area are nearly entirely outdoor recreation activities. Blessed to be located in the Manistee National Forest we are lucky to be very close to some amazing hiking/fat biking trails such as the Big M and the North Country Trail. We are surrounded by lakes and rivers as well. Kayak or canoe on the Big Manistee, the Little Manistee or the Pine River. Watch the salmon run in the fall in small creeks or fish one of our many small lakes. We are also located only about a half hour from Lake Michigan and it's beautiful beaches. Shopping is available in Manistee, Ludington, and Traverse City. Our area also has many ATV and Snowmobile trails and trail maps are available online and in the welcome book at our cabins. This cabin is located approx 20-35 minutes from Crystal Mountain and Caberfae Peaks for skiing and snowboarding. We are located 25 minutes from the Little River Casino and our area hosts the Hoxeyville Music Festival Annually as well!
How far are you from...?
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes: A little over an hour
Manistee: 25 Minutes
Ludington: 50 Minutes
Traverse City: 1 Hr- 1 1/4 Hour
What is your cancellation policy: You will receive a full refund if your stay is cancelled at least 14 days prior to arrival. We will make every attempt to rebook your dates and you will receive a refund if we are able do so.
Property manager
Alicia Cook
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue
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About the area
Wellston
Located in Wellston, this holiday home is in a rural area. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Northern Natural LLC are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Timmerman Lake. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and cycling.
Wellston, MI
What's nearby
- Crystal Lake Township Park - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
- Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
- Pine Lake - 17 min drive - 13.7 km
- Sand Lake - 19 min drive - 16.9 km
- Little River Casino - 25 min drive - 37.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Traks Bar and Grill - 12 min drive
- Kozy Kitchen - 3 min drive
- Mel's Country Cafe - 4 min drive
- Zeppi's - 12 min drive
- Lumberjack's Lodge & Restaurant - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Antwan S.
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay
Antwan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark A.
3 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place
Mark A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Ronald
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ronald
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anthony
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Anthony
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anna S.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Anna S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice room
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle C.
25 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our needs
Michelle C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teresa
5 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Teresa
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jill
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jill
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Misty B.
15 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Misty B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bruce P.
4 Oct 2018
Very nice and Clean.
Bruce P.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
MARTHA M.
29 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic and fun!
MARTHA M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michael
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aimee D.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Aimee D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
cindy R.
2 Oct 2017
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cindy R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
Shanan W.
21 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Shanan W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adam P.
17 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Value
Adam P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn M.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends from Kzoo
Kathryn M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
April V., Mesquite texas
25 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value
April V.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim H.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Black Bear Never Disappoints
Tim H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shannon B.
4 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean Cozy Room
Shannon B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Glenn E.
27 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Glenn E.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica T., Commerce, MI
23 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little room
Jessica T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Alicia Cook

I am a Realtor and Vacation Rental Property Manager in the Manistee/Lake County Area. I enjoy owning vacation rentals and managing them. Meeting new people from all areas of the world is pretty amazing too. I grew up in the area and found that it's a great place to raise a family. My husband and I live locally with our three children.
What makes this property unique
Close to the Tippy Dam, Big Manistee River, Federal Land. The newly rebuilt Dublin General Store is only a few miles away!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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