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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Brethren, MI
  • Place, Lake Eleanor
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Dickson Township Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Manikawa Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

CAMP SMOKEY Manistee River/Tippy Dam/Caberfae Getaway!! Read our reviews!

Make yourself at home at Camp Smokey, located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest. FREE FIREWOOD provided, along with a covered outdoor seating area in case it rains! Spacious single wide on 5 acres is under new ownership (formerly Camp OSO). Less than 5 minutes to Tippy Dam, Red Bridge and Manistee River access! The North Country Trail, Manistee River trails and snow mobile trails are 5 minutes away. Blue Ribbon trout streams nearby (such as Peterson Creek) as well as Tippy Dam backwaters. Near Caberfae Ski Resort and Crystal Mountain!
Sportsmen/sportswomen friendly. In the heart of outdoor recreation, you will be minutes from not only world-class fishing, but hiking, biking, tubing, kayaking, rafting, canoeing, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling and state and national forest lands for hunting. Minutes from Manistee and Traverse City and Sleep Bear Dunes. The casino, golf and ski resorts are only 20 minutes away. Restaurants and stores close by. Not far off of Coates Highway in Brethren, Michigan. Walking distance to state land.
This 2 bedroom, one bath (with a huge tub) offers room to sleep 4-6 comfortably, but can sleep up to 8 (using self-inflatable queen mattress) One queen size log bed, one full and 2 twin beds, along with a self-inflating queen mattress. Fully equipped with a full kitchen, laundry, fire pit and plenty of parking for your ATV’s and boats. Numerous trails right out the door!
New flooring throughout. Smart TV (many channels) and WIFI provided, along with many amenities. Recreational maps and information available for your use.
New outdoor decks and gazebo coming in Spring 2026.
We feel your pet is a part of your family – well behaved animals are welcome at no additional cost.
Please give us the chance to allow you to enjoy this spectacular area for outdoor recreation!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

You must clean the grill or you will be charged a cleaning fee.

Self-inflatable queen mattress must be requested one week prior to check-in.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2702031vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the area

Brethren

Located in Brethren, CAMP SMOKEY Manistee River/Tippy Dam/Caberfae Getaway!! Read our reviews! is on a river. 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 Virgin Island. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Brethren, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Eleanor - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Dickson Township Park - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Manikawa Park - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Dickson Township Hall - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 14 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Traks Bar And Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Yacht Club - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Randall's Big River Smokehouse - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Zeppi's Pizza - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CAMP SMOKEY Manistee River/Tippy Dam/Caberfae Getaway!! Read our reviews! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at CAMP SMOKEY Manistee River/Tippy Dam/Caberfae Getaway!! Read our reviews!?

As of 30 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CAMP SMOKEY Manistee River/Tippy Dam/Caberfae Getaway!! Read our reviews! on 2 June 2026 start from AU$168, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at CAMP SMOKEY Manistee River/Tippy Dam/Caberfae Getaway!! Read our reviews!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at CAMP SMOKEY Manistee River/Tippy Dam/Caberfae Getaway!! Read our reviews!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CAMP SMOKEY Manistee River/Tippy Dam/Caberfae Getaway!! Read our reviews!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Clean spacious and quiet. Lots of places to go for fun and peaceful at the same time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! It was perfect for our canoe trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay!!

I got here and was instantly happy with my choice staying here. If you have a big group more than likely you’ll all be able to sleep, everything is close with in an hour of where we wanted to go and had an absolute blast staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
We're glad you loved it and hope you'll come back!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Peg F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great host. Well stocked with things you might forget.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a really fun stay, there’s lots to do nearby and the hiking is awesome. The sleeping bear dunes are a bit hard though so make sure you properly prepare!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was just as described. Hosts were great and thoughtful.Lots of things to do close by and was a great experience and will definitely be looking at booking again with them in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
We're glad you enjoyed your stay. You were great and respectful guests and are welcome to come back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Danny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spent most time at Tippy Dam spillway.Several bait & tackle shops and fish cleaning stations.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shanna y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good times

Location was perfect ,clean stay,fun times it was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This property is in the best location. Close to the Dublin store, Manistee River Trail and Brethren. The host was awesome on giving information and making sure the stay was relaxing. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
We would love to have you back! Glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to stay

I rented this beautiful place for a getaway. My sons birthday was this weekend and we wanted a place to stay that was quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was supplied with everything you need. We definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A charming get away

Perfect for our Michigan trip. Clean and quiet. Lovely location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeymoon

Property & owners were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

This place was amazing! It had everything we needed. Far enough from the city thst you couldn't hear any noise but close enough to go get something if you needed to.We had a little trouble getting into the unit, but host quickly answered our text and helped us get in.Definitely recommend this place for a peaceful, relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clint H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Up North Get Away

Had a great stay. Communication and check in was top notch. Clean and had everything we needed already there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

A relaxing weekend

Everything was clean and comfortable. It was a great place to get away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ludington and Sleeping Bear trip

Comfortable and spacious Loved the simple things like the fire pit and the openness. Wonderfully quiet location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Our hosts were extremely helpful in preparing for our arrival and we had a wonderful stay at the cabin. The cabin itself has all the amenities and is very cozy, we loved it. We greatly enjoyed the super clear and dark skies after a nice campfire.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay

My family with our dog stayed to celebrate my birthday and fish. The home was very clean, property manager was easily accessible for questions. Lovely welcome packet with restaurants, ATV trails things to do in the area. Want to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

terry s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and property in great shape

We stayed here so we could have easy access to the snowmobile trails. The property is in the perfect location for that and there are towns that are still close enough for convenience. The home is in really good shape with obvious updates. The beds could be softer but other than that we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2025
Thank you, Terry. We're glad you enjoyed your stay. We have exciting updates for 2025 and will be offering a return guest incentive!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Everything was great. This place had everything we needed and the little touches from the property owners made the stay even better. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Eileen U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country comfort & dog friendly

We enjoyed our stay, nothing fancy but comfortable and convenient to Manistee National Forest, Tippy Dam, biking, hiking and swimming! We felt welcomed with snacks and tolerance of our extended family -(i.e our mini golden doodle dogs!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite and close to fishing

Very nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Camp Smokey. The home is great, a lot less mosquitoes in the yard than when you stay in the deep woods, and close to our favorite bait shops, markets, dining and recreation. Love that old sheets are provided for the doggies and to use at the beach. Lots of different places in and out of the house to sit, doesn't feel cramped or crowded at all. Love it!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sheila Holmes

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I grew up in Wellston for many summers growing up. We love the outdoors and believe the Manistee National Forest is one of the best outdoor recreation areas in the nation!

Why they chose this property

The area is so "up north" -- you'll find peace and quiet and in some places, you'll feel like you're the first one to ever be there! Forests, streams, rivers, dunes, etc., and right next to the North Country Trail!

What makes this property unique

We believe we have one of the best locations! We are 40 minutes from Traverse City and the dunes, 25 minutes from Manistee and Lake Michigan (and Little River Casino), 5 minutes from Tippy Dam and Manistee River access.

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