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The Up North Experience

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A compact RV interior with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a sofa, and a window providing a view of the outdoors.
A compact kitchen with a coffee maker, a coffee machine, and a cabinet with a picture frame.
A Laredo Super Lite RV parked in a grassy area with a deck and outdoor seating.
A wood-paneled entertainment center with a flat-screen TV and a fireplace below.
A circular seating area with a gravel base surrounded by trees, featuring black folding chairs and a fire pit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated in town, this 1-bedroom property accommodates 6 guests. It features 1 separate living room. Enjoy nearby adventure activities like motorboating, fishing, and kayaking, along with access to golf options. Explore attractions such as the Au Sable River and Crawford County Historical Museum.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Au Sable River
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Grayling, MI
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Crawford County Historical Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, AuSable Artisan Village
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

The Up North Experience

Welcome to the Up North Experience! What better way to experience it than Glamping? There is so much to do outdoors around Grayling. There are parks, disc golfing, hiking, biking, ORV trails, canoeing/kayaking, golfing, fishing, and so much more! In town there are stores, restaurants, local shops, a bakery, a few breweries, and a beautiful park right in the heart of town. Come enjoy this small town that is full of beauty! It is truly the Up North Experience!

Come stay in a comfortable 5th Wheel Camper on a road just outside the city limits. The Property is wooded like you are out of town, but you are not that far. The Up North Experience is just off of an ORV trail; which means easy access! Go a short way into town for gas, hit the trail and go. No need to trailer your ATV/ORV into town. There are hundreds of miles of trails that you could enjoy, and parking available close to the 5th Wheel Camper. The property is an easy walk or bike ride into town.

The 5th Wheel Camper sleeps 5 comfortably (6 if they are small). It has a nice island in the kitchen and a dining area. The kitchen is furnished with most of what you would need for cooking. There are reclining chairs in the living room, and a couch that folds out to a bed. There is also a full size air mattress. The Master Bedroom is a very comfortable Queen bed. There are also towels, washcloths, dish clothes, blankets, pillows, etc all included. Camp chairs for next to the fire are provided, and some outdoor lighting for the evening. No more generator!! We have it wired for electric which means more peace and quiet!

Whether you want to come up for outdoor activities, or just some relaxation and quiet time; this is a nice, comfortable, clean space to make your own while you are here. It all sits on a nice quiet road with only three houses. Come, relax and enjoy the Great Outdoors!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please put the towels in the shower area.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

If you are bringing ORV's please be respectful on the road and wait to tear it up on the trail. Also please don't park them on the grass.

No burning pallets in fire pit. It is possible that no burning will be allowed if there is a burn ban in effect. If so the guest will be notified.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3999940vb
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Grayling

Grayling is home to The Up North Experience. Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grayling Country Club and Hanson Hills Recreation Area. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Grayling, MI

What's nearby

  • Au Sable River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Crawford County Historical Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • AuSable Artisan Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grayling Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rayburn Property Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paddle Hard Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Spikes Keg O Nails - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Up North Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Up North Experience?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Up North Experience on 21 Sept 2026 start from AU$279, 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 The Up North Experience?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Up North Experience?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Up North Experience?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always love staying here! Quiet, relaxing and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Squeaky clean place to stay. Close to everything but relaxing and secluded surroundings. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean camper. Location is great and close to everything. Sara, the host was available for any needs and close by. Would stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was just as nice as pictured. The camper was clean and had everything we needed. The location was very good -close to town yet it felt like we were deep in the woods. Our host was very responsive. We had no problems and would definitely recommend this rental to anyone. If we are back this way we would gladly stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing we really enjoyed it all the most important thing was the kids had a blast would 100 percent stay again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean and nice, beds were comfortable. We did run out of water but property owners were fairly quick to fix it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
Again we are sorry for the inconvenience with the water. Generally the 40 gallons last for two days and then we refill on the second day. We will be adjusting our practice with larger groups to handle this daily. Thank you again for your patience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous and stocked!

Everything was super easy and absolutely fabulous. We had no issues with check-in and the rental was very stocked with basic necessities! It was exactly what we needed for my family of five!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sara is a wonderful host who went above making sure we simply relaxed and enjoyed the camping experience! We were greeted with welcoming treats we enjoyed with coffee. The camper had everything we needed for a weekend stay. The bed and pillows are very comfortable! A great camp feel all around! Thank you so much, Sara, for allowing us to have this experience!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good

Great price. Very clean and nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was very surprised at many aspects of this place. For a “camper it was very spacious, comfortable & Clean. It was in the woods, quiet, but near town and accessible to so many places-restaurants, shopping, hiking, fishing, etc. Communication with the host was excellent and everything we could need was there. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the sights and sounds in the morning before leaving and also in the evening. I would recommend this place and the host to anyone considering a stay in the Grayling area. My son and I used it as our home base for fishing excursions to the branches of the Au Sable and Manistee Rivers, to the restaurants and fly shops. Thanks Sara and Matt for the nice surprise. As I said, I wasn’t quite sure of what to expect, but it was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Camping with all the comforts of home!

RV had everything you could have asked for! Nice location made you feel like you were away camping in the woods, but with the town and neighbors/house not that far away. We thoroughly enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet hideaway

We rented Sara's place for a friend and he really loved the quiet and peacefulness of the location. The accommodations were clean and had everything he needed. He was very happy with his stay. Sara was wonderful to communicate with, always getting back with me quickly. I would highly recommend staying here if you are visiting Grayling.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

We absolutely love this place. The host is the best! Every time we come to grayling we will definitely book same place again. It comes with everything you need for a comfortable experience. Very quiet and peaceful. We would and will recommend this cozy, quiet, and very convenient place to stay to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
Michael and his wife were very friendly and respectful of our property! We will love to have them again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WiFi was fine
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 great place to stay

My Wife and I had a very nice relaxing weekend as we were celebrating our 30th Wedding Anniversary. Sarah was a great host. Communication with her was very easy, the place was super clean and had everything we needed. Exceptional all the way around. We will definitely be booking this property again. Also recommending to family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Up North Getaway

We chose to stay here due to it being centrally located to many lakes and rivers and we love kayaking. It was also a good opportunity to experience camping as seniors. LOL It was acceptionally clean and the attention to detail was incredible. I cannot say enough good things about this little retreat and I would HIGHLY recommend it. MUCH better than a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Thank you so much Shelley! We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Up North Experience, Excellent Experience!

Stayed here two nights to search for our own cabin. The camper is spotless, well furnished with everything you could possibly need. Everything is like new. The outdoor space is wonderful. Location is close to everything yet very private and quiet. Host/Owner live next door but its still very private, They are close if you need them. Fire pit with very nice outdoor chairs. They also put out an outdoor rug and table for our convenience under the awning. We will for sure be repeat renters. It did not disappoint!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2024
Laurie and Mike were great guests! We would love to have them back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place, very quiet, and well stocked!

Just an awesome place to stay. The grounds are beautiful, it’s so peaceful and quiet, and the hosts know how to host. The RV is stocked with everything you need and things you didn’t realize you did need… Like anti itch bug bite cream! If you’ve never stayed in an RV, their directions are clear and well marked. It felt more like a tiny home than RV. Hosts were super nice and offered to spot our truck for us if we floated the river. Helped us navigate how to turn the oven on when we couldn’t figure it out. They were great. We’ve stayed in a lot of house/home rentals and this is by far one of the best ones. Our litmus test on rentals is if they have good knives in the kitchen to cook with… they had great knives! I know it is sort of silly but a good knife goes a long way!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to unwind while being close to it all
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, early to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026

About the host

Hosted by Sara Houchin

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My husband and I live on the property and wanted to be able to bless others with our beautiful area. We enjoy camping and hope that you do too. We want to create a getaway where u can relax.

Why they chose this property

We love our area because we are in a wooded area, but close to town.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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