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Beautifully Renovated Vintage Cabin in the Heart of Manistee National Forest

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Beautifully updated with vintage charm.
50 inch smart tv with high speed internet to stream Hulu, Netflix, Amazon etc…
Super comfy queen bed with new mattress and custom headboard.
Awesome day on the Big Manistee! Stocking the freezer with fresh salmon!
Fully stocked kitchen with ample counter space, comfortable cooking space!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Wellston, MI
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Pine Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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,

Property manager

Shawn Mullins
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this cabin 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Wellston, MI

What's nearby

  • Pine Lake - 13 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Sand Lake - 18 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Little River Casino - 27 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 30 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 50 min drive - 52.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Traks Bar and Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mel's Country Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zeppi's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lumberjack's Lodge & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Renovated Vintage Cabin in the Heart of Manistee National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Renovated Vintage Cabin in the Heart of Manistee National Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Renovated Vintage Cabin in the Heart of Manistee National Forest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Renovated Vintage Cabin in the Heart of Manistee National Forest located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Timmerman Lake. Pine Lake and Wellston Branch Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Forest a.

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

Family fishing trip

The accommodations were well suited for the occasion, and there was nothing lacking according to what was represented by the advertisement. Surely an excellent cabin to rent for a fishing or hunting trip
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paul S.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised

Just as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

Nice place and good location for hunting and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jordan R.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time fishing

Clean peaceful place.Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni F.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Shawn Mullins

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My wife and I both work full time and we have 3 red heads. We love to travel and love sharing our cabin with other people and families. We LOVE this part of Michigan and feel like it is truly God's country. We get great satisfaction when happy customers call after their stay and tell us how much they enjoyed the cabin and how beautiful it is in that part of the state. We take pride in our place and can assure you that it will be clean and comfortable!

Why they chose this property

Our cabin is very secluded but very easy to get to. I grew up in the area and always wanted a place of my own. We love the area and all that it offers. There are 2 ski resorts, a casino, 2 spas, snowmobile trails, hiking trails, and a ton of streams and lakes all within a 20 minute drive.

What makes this property unique

Our property borders hundreds of acres of Manistee National Forest which can be used by renters. Tons of wildlife in the area ( turkey, deer, bear, squirrel, great bird watching, and its VERY relaxing!!

Languages:

English

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