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Backroads Retreat! Firepit, close to hiking, side by side and/or quad trails.

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Bathroom
Dining
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Ossineke, MI
  • Popular LocationPaul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDinosaur Gardens Prehistorical Zoo3 min drive
  • AirportAlpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)26 min drive
  • Popular LocationRiver's Edge Golf Club30 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Backroads Retreat! Firepit, close to hiking, side by side and/or quad trails.

Quiet country setting. Spacious, very clean and well-maintained home. Perfect getaway for adults, families, bachelor and bachelorette retreats. Stay a weekend or stay the week or two! Bring your golf cart, bikes, side-by-sides, quads, hiking shoes and your beach towels. This Backroads Retreat is the perfect getaway for those who love the outdoors. This property also has a nice garage perfect to store the toys away for the night or enclose your vehicle. This property can sleep up to six guests. One bedroom has two full size beds, and the living area has a couch, loveseat and we have two roll away beds stored in the garage for added guests. Nice kitchen with a bar. Close to well-known restaurants such as Connie's Cafe, Mountain Bar and Grill, Rosa's Italian Cuisine and the Wagon Wheel. Enjoy great food and cocktails at these local restaurants. Looking for a thrilling adventure to explore with the children? Just minutes away is Dinosaur Garden Museum. Take a walk back through prehistoric times and see life-size dinosaurs along with mini-golf, gift shop, snacks and ice-cream. Across from Dinosaur Gardens, families can enjoy Shinga Ba Shores, a nice large playground for family picnics and children to run, play and explore. Property is also close to Ossineke Beach, a nice sandy beach with a playground and picnic area. After a full day of fun and adventure, enjoy the evening sitting next to the fire pit roasting smores and enjoying the fresh air. Interested in staying fit, attend local POUND class less than a mile away. Classes offered Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30pm in the evening and Saturday mornings at 8:30am. Amenities include clean linens, towels, hair dryer, toiletries, outdoor games, iron and ironing board.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Consideration given for additional pet(s).

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ossineke

This holiday home is located in Ossineke. Dinosaur Gardens Prehistorical Zoo and Thunder Bay Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Thunder Bowl Lanes and Lee's Miniature Golf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Riverside Skate Park or Northern Lights Arena.
Map
Ossineke, MI

What's nearby

  • Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox - 3 min drive
  • Dinosaur Gardens Prehistorical Zoo - 3 min drive
  • Northern Lights Arena - 22 min drive
  • Beaver Lake - 26 min drive
  • River's Edge Golf Club - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Connie's Cafe - 3 min drive
  • Smokey's Bar - 18 min drive
  • Rosa's Lookout Inn - 3 min drive
  • Wagon Wheel - 3 min drive
  • The Mountain - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Backroads Retreat! Firepit, close to hiking, side by side and/or quad trails. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Backroads Retreat! Firepit, close to hiking, side by side and/or quad trails. ?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backroads Retreat! Firepit, close to hiking, side by side and/or quad trails. on 17 May 2024 start from AU$224.01, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Backroads Retreat! Firepit, close to hiking, side by side and/or quad trails. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backroads Retreat! Firepit, close to hiking, side by side and/or quad trails. ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Backroads Retreat! Firepit, close to hiking, side by side and/or quad trails. located?

Situated in Ossineke, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Dinosaur Gardens Prehistorical Zoo. Mich-e-ke-wis Park and Negwegon State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Backroads Retreat is a Nice Place
Owner was very kind and available. The place was very clean and well kept. Our stay was too short to fully explore the property but it looked worth doing so. If in the area we would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit
It is an adorable place, super quiet and dog friendly. Loved it, and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alysse S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding stay
Great stay for our groomsmen the weekend of our wedding
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ossineke visit
Excellent spot for overnight stay. Gracious hosts and was able to check in early. Very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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