See all properties
Cabin

New Log Cabin On 3 Wooded Acres, Outdoor Shower, Lake Michigan, Air-Conditioned

Photo gallery for New Log Cabin On 3 Wooded Acres, Outdoor Shower, Lake Michigan, Air-Conditioned

Front of Cabin
Property grounds
Exterior detail
Exterior detail
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Mears, MI
  • Silver Lake State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Upper Silver Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Loft

2 Queen Beds

Walk Out Basement

1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

New Log Cabin On 3 Wooded Acres, Outdoor Shower, Lake Michigan, Air-Conditioned

BEAUTIFUL log cabin nestled in a 3 acre woods on a road that we named All Wheel Drive, because it is our own private road. This is one big sand box. Our cabin is Air Conditioned, has 1 bedroom with a king bed, a loft with a 2 queen sized beds and the walk out basement has one King and one Queen sized bed and a Queen over full bunk bed. On the main floor, a Sectional couch that also pulls out for a bed. Kitchen is fully equipped. 1 Bathroom and 1 outdoor shower. Large fire pit and a gas grill. A sweet front porch and plenty of room to park dunes machines, stone accents on the walk out basement and foundation of the cabin are stunning . Picnic tables outdoors. All the furniture has the log cabin theme. You can be uptown in one mile and enjoy all the action. Bumper cars, go-karts, mini golf, dune rides boating, restaurants and more. The entrance of the Dunes is 2 miles away, Just go on the scenic road around Silver Lake. Enjoy Lake Michigan on the dunes or if you go the other way from the cabin you can get to Lake Michigan in a few miles where you can park and go for the day. Then you can relax in the quiet cabin at days end. We have built this ourselves and have taken extraordinary steps to make this a beautiful place to vacation. This cabin is smoke free and also Pet free. If you want a truly relaxing vacation check this one out. Please no crazy Parties or Alcohol.. We want to keep this place beautiful!!!!

Property manager

Brian & Lori Aeschliman

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Exterior

Lake Access! 5 minutes to the dunes!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, (7 reviews)
Lake Access! 5 minutes to the dunes!

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:30 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO PARTIES!!!! NO SMOKING IN CABIN!

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mears

Located in Mears, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silver Lake State Park and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Lewis Farm Market & Petting Farm. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Mears, MI

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 8 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Upper Silver Lake - 9 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 22 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Whippy Dip - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Silver Scoops Cafe and Creamery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New Log Cabin On 3 Wooded Acres, Outdoor Shower, Lake Michigan, Air-Conditioned pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New Log Cabin On 3 Wooded Acres, Outdoor Shower, Lake Michigan, Air-Conditioned?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New Log Cabin On 3 Wooded Acres, Outdoor Shower, Lake Michigan, Air-Conditioned?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is New Log Cabin On 3 Wooded Acres, Outdoor Shower, Lake Michigan, Air-Conditioned located?

This family-friendly Mears cabin is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Silver Lake State Park and Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center. The Fox Barn Winery and Upper Silver Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pam E.

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

Weekend retreat

We couldn’t ask for a better place to stay for our weekend at the sand dunes! The cabin is lovely, clean, and centrally located. The owners even provided firewood for our camp fire at night! It’s 5-stars for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gil F., Canton, MI

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

Beautiful Cabin

A beautiful, seclude cabin. Still very close to the Silver Lake Dunes area and it’s adjacent attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald P.

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

Cabin in Mears

Absolutely perfect !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family Getaway

We had a great time and enjoyed the cabin. The only thing was it was advertised as a 2 bath and there is only 1 bath and an outside shower but we made it work. I would definitely rent this cabin again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

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

Great location! So close to the Dunes!

What a perfect home with a ideal location to the Dunes. I love the privacy of this house. We had plenty of space to have the kids play outside and enjoy a bonfire. Can't wait to book this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Cabin Fun

The cabin was in a great location! It allowed us privacy to enjoy the peace and quiet of the wooded area, but it also allowed us access to the Dunes and lakes within minutes. It was very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim and Ruth G.

Awesome cabin in Silver Lake

Loved the privacy of the area! Close to all the attractions but could enjoy the quietness of the cabin. Well stocked and comfortable! The hammock was great and loved the loft. Ate at the Open Hearth restaurant that was recommended and it was great! Owners were extremely accommodating with our needs. Would love to stay there again!

10/10 Excellent

Paula U.

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

Beautiful Property

Our second year back and we enjoyed it just as much as the first time. Beautiful property that is off the beaten path but close to everything. Cabin has all you need. Adults love the outdoor shower and plenty of space outside to relax. Thank you for allowimg us to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina R.

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

Amazing

Perfect match to online description
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K., Michigan

Nice Clean secluded Cabin close to everything!

My husband and I, our 4 children, and my parents stayed in this great Cabin for our Labor Day weekend. It's close to the Silver Lake Sand Dunes, Craigs Cruisers, Beach, etc- but yet in it's own quiet wooded setting! Very clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed in the kitchen and by the fire pit! Even had Smore's roasters! The kids LOVED the loft area. Would definitely rent again!

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H., Sunman, IN

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

Hidden Paradise

This cabin is nestled down a wooded lane and is absolutely perfect for your getaway to Silver Lake! We spent our days riding at the dunes and enjoyed our evenings back at the cabin around the firepit. We truly felt like we were in the middle of nowhere and it was perfect! Communication surpassed our expectations. Although it was only 4 adults we had in the cabin, this place is perfect for families with kids! We kept saying how much fun our kids would have had there. Don't hesitate booking this place, it's everything you could need!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy N., Mocksville, North Carolina

Beautiful Cabin - close to Silver Lake and Lake Michigan

This cabin is amazing! We initially had a group of 6, and our daughter's boyfriend surprised her with a proposal while we were here, so that made a couple days of 7 people. There was PLENTY of sleeping space for everyone, and all of the beds are really comfortable! The kitchen is well stocked for dishes you need to prepare meals. There was plenty of toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, paper plates, which was great! The outside shower is amazing! We were all fighting over using it instead of the one inside! We made great use of the hammocks and chairs outside, as well as the fire pit. It was nice having a break from TV and WiFi, as well. The hosts were always quick to answer any questions I had. I would highly recommend staying in this cabin! There is so much to do in Western Michigan, and this is the perfect place to stay to see it all!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

More than we expected & want to go back already!

WHO: Two married couples each with one young daughter (20 months and 30 months old) stayed during our reservation. DURATION: We reserved the place for 4 days and 3 nights but sadly had to miss the first 24 hours of our reservation due to a family emergency. So we stayed for 3 days 2 nights. During which time the six of us couldn't have been happier. WHY WE LOVED IT: First let me start off by stating what my wife finds most important: cleanliness. This cabin was spotless. Mattress pads, floors, bathroom, kitchen, etc. It was all much cleaner than most hotels we've stayed at. She couldn't have been more excited (and comfortable). Now for what I find important: seclusion. Though there were times we could faintly hear nearby neighbors, we always felt secluded and private. We were able to enjoy the outdoors at the property while grilling, having a fire, laying in the hammock, or simply watching our little ones play in the sand right off of the porch. It was very peaceful and I couldn't have asked for a better layout of the property. Not once did we see another vehicle on that road (other than the cleaning crew as we were leaving). THINGS WE DID DURING OUR STAY: Grilled food, hung out at the property, visited Lake Michigan, visited Silver Lake, and carried little ones up the dunes. Not much but it was perfect for us. THINGS WE DIDN'T DO: Pretty much everything else. We will wait until the girls are a bit older before taking guided tours on the dunes. We don't own our own ORVs but this property would accommodate them very well. We didn't visit many local shops/restaurants. But really all of these things we didn't do are just more reasons to come back to this cabin again. And we sure hope to soon. FUTURE TRIPS: For each of us, this was our first time renting a cabin and we are already talking about renting this one out for a weekend each year if we can. My wife even wants to relocate her upcoming girls family weekend reunion here. FINAL WORDS: If you're reading reviews because you're considering renting a place for a while--rent this one. You won't regret it. Just please don't rent it when we want it ;)

8/10 Good

Jaime G.

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

Nice cabin but won’t be returning

Pros: Plenty of places to sleep, clean, well stocked, great location Cons: no wifi or tv (both were not listed on description so my fault not noticing), linens in primary bedroom were stained, biggest issue was when we took a shower the whole cabin would smell like rotten eggs (sulfar) and didn’t feel like we got clean with the water because of the smell. My kids had skin reactions to it. Owners indicated it was from well water but from what I read can be corrected. This is the main reason we wouldn’t return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardas L.

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

Very Nice place!

This was the sixth time in Mears,MI i was staying in different properties,but this one is the best and very special..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Erin V.

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

Perfect location

This was the perfect cozy cottage in the woods. Lots of room for our trailers and riding stuff. Relaxing environment for everyone. Only surprises on our part was no tv or washer/dryer. Looking back at posting that was my bad. I assumed these items based on other rentals we have stayed in. But indeed they are not listed. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice location

Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula U.

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

Beautiful property and close to all the local activities.

Our family had a great time at this property! Will definitely come back in the future if it still available. We left with some wonderful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Loves the cabin

Outstanding trip. The home was exactly what we wanted and more. Thank you again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful big cabin!

Absolutely loved the cabin! It was beautiful, clean, great owners, large property, close the the dunes & town! Couldn’t be happier! We will be back next year to make this a tradition
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle E.

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

Great place to disconnect

The property is nestled in the woods. There is no WIFI and no T.V. so you completely disconnect. I didn't know this when I booked so it was a surprise, especially to the 6 teenagers we had with us. This made it difficult to google restaurants to eat and directions to get around. Once you drive off the property you can find service about a mile down the road. It was a great cabin though. The girls had their space in the loft and the boys in the basement. My husband and myself of course took the bedroom. The cabin is fully stocked with pots, plates, cups ect. waffle iron was a bonus. There is no dishwasher so everyone had to pitch in and wash their own dishes. The sand was a little messy but we knew this before renting, bigger outdoor/indoor mats would be useful. The beds were comfy and the home is clean. Property is beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha D.

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

♥️Cozy Cabin Drenched in Mother Nature♥️

Wonderful place to spend with those that you love most.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

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

Cabin in the Woods

Very secluded, very quiet. The cabin was comfortable and clean. Close to everything. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Carlos V.

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

Lake Michigan 2020

Beautiful cabin with just the right mix of privacy and proximity to Silver Lake and Lots of Lake Michigan beaches. We had a blast both relaxing at the cabin and exploring lake Michigan
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dana U.

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

Quiet and secluded - great socially distant getaway

This property is very nice and has a lot of sleeping space. Having to bring our own sheets was a bit of a hassle, but at least I knew my sheets were nice and clean during a pandemic. The kids enjoyed the hammock and the porch swings. It was nice to be so close to Silver Lake State park. We brought our boat and used the boat launch there every day. By the way, if your kids are accident prone like mine, the nearest ER is only 16 minutes away and the personnel there are quite experienced in cleaning and stitching up sandy wounds, so that's a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Brian & Lori Aeschliman

Host profile image
Brian and Lori Aeschliman are the owners of this beautiful cabin. Brian is a machinist by trade and an avid builder. We started this cabin project 14 years ago by taking this cabin apart near our home in Ohio and sanding every log and putting it back together again at the Sand Dunes, one of our family's favorite vacation spots. With the help of other dune friends and family we've built this cabin.
It has been an adventure and has turned out really awesome, We always have a week that the friends that helped put this up are invited to come and enjoy it with us. There has been a lot of fun and many friendships started up north. The boys love to drive their latest creation that they've made on the dunes Like trophy trucks, dune buggies Jeeps etc. And the girls love to go out to the beach and catch the rays.We feel blessed that we've had the opportunity to work and play together on this project.

Why they chose this property

This was the perfect spot for us Since there is a lot of action close to us but yet we can get away from it all in just 1 short mile.

What makes this property unique

Seclusion if you want and a lot of action not far away.

Languages:

English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback