CABIN sleeps 6 Perfect location between Manistee & Ludington
Our 1940's era log cabin sits under a canopy of pines and hardwood trees on N. US 31 just a 10 minute drive to Manistee, Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area, Magoon Creek Nature Area, and 20 minutes to downtown Ludington and Ludington State Park. Our guests love to explore the area during the day and come back and relax by the fire pit in the evening.
The cabin comfortably sleeps 6 and has two private bedrooms, and a loft bedroom. The living room has a TV with Dish cable, and a DVD player. WiFi is not available, but there are plenty of board games and books in the cabin to keep you busy. We encourage our guests to unplug and explore the natural beauty of our area.
The fully equipped kitchen has all the extra essentials needed for an extended stay. A coffee pot, pots, pans, dishes, utensils, crock pot, blender, and kids dishes are included.
The cabin has a propane heater and electric baseboard heat for cold winter nights. Air conditioning and fans are provided for warm weather.
A private deck with a patio table & chairs, fire ring area with 6 chairs, and a gas grill are included. Firewood is available on site for a small fee.
Our convenient location on US 31 allows for a short drive to the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan, and many different rivers and lakes for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The Little Manistee River, Pere Marquette River, and Big Sauble River are within a 10 minute drive from the cabin. Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness hiking area, Magoon Creek Nature Area on Lake Michigan, Manistee National Golf Course, Silver Lake Sand Dunes, and Big M Recreational Area are within a few miles of the property. Little River Casino, hiking and biking trails, downhill and cross country skiing, restaurants, craft breweries, farm markets, and wineries are all within a 10-30 minute drive.
Take a day trip north to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leelenau Peninsula, or Traverse City. Head south for the day to Silver Lake Sand Dunes Rides, Michigan's Adventure Theme Park, or book a fishing charter boat for the day on Lake Michigan.
2 night minimum stay. Wi-Fi is not available, but Verizon and At&t have strong signals. The cabin has a portable air conditioning unit, and it is heavily shaded by many large trees and stays cool during the day. We allow well behaved dogs, max 2, for a fee of $20 PER DOG, PER NIGHT. Dogs must be kept off beds and furniture, kenneled if left unattended in cabin, and on leash at ALL TIMES when outside. No exceptions.
NOTE: Our cabin is located directly on US 31, so there will be road noise in the morning and evening as people travel to and from work. There are 6 other Highway 31 Cabins rental cabins located on the property, but there are no shared spaces. You have the entire cabin and outdoor deck and fire pit area to yourselves.
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE listing description before booking and understand that the cabin was built in the 1940's and is in the woods. If you're looking for a vintage, charming cabin experience, this place is for you! If you are looking for contemporary & modern, there are plenty of other cabin type options around the area to choose from.
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The private utility room of the back bedroom is used by the property owners for laundry and supplies for other cabins and is not accessible to guests.
PET POLICY:
$20 PER PET, PER NIGHT
No pets on furniture or in beds.
Unattended pets must be kenneled.
Clean up after your dog.
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Property # 4793784
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
Note from host: Family oriented, 10 pm quiet time, no parties.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Free Soil
Free Soil is home to this cabin. Manistee National Golf Course and Manistee Municipal Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness. Ramsdell Theater and Douglas Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
Manistee National Golf Course - 4 min drive - 6.5 km
Manistee Lake - 8 min drive - 13.3 km
Magoon Creek Nature Area - 10 min drive - 15.1 km
Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Bungalow Inn - 7 min drive
Wendy's - 8 min drive
Jail House Bar - 8 min drive
Taco Bell - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is CABIN sleeps 6 Perfect location between Manistee & Ludington pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at CABIN sleeps 6 Perfect location between Manistee & Ludington?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CABIN sleeps 6 Perfect location between Manistee & Ludington on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$643, 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 CABIN sleeps 6 Perfect location between Manistee & Ludington?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at CABIN sleeps 6 Perfect location between Manistee & Ludington?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at CABIN sleeps 6 Perfect location between Manistee & Ludington?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is CABIN sleeps 6 Perfect location between Manistee & Ludington located?
Situated in Free Soil, this cabin is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Manistee National Golf Course. Lake Michigan and Tainer Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed their for a golf weekend. Accommodations were very clean and had everything we needed. The location was perfect and close to may fabulous golf courses. Would definitely recommend to others.
Very cozy, clean and decorated very nice! Great campfire rings. Andra was very helpful with directions to places and suggestions for restaurants. Would definitely stay here again if in the area!!
This is a great rustic cabin that is very cozy and welcoming. We loved being between Manistee and Ludington. We had everything we needed and had fun playing games and being together. Great response time from the owners too.
Monique C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Thomas P.
17 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Location
We were somewhat disappointed in the location of the cabin, we should have looked at the description of the property a little better. We were looking for a quiet cabin in the woods and we were instead located on a very busy highway. The cabin itself and its decor would have been absolutely perfect if it had been located farther into the forest with some trails to explore.
Thomas P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2021
It's unfortunate that you did not read the entire listing description and the cabin was not what you expected. As our previous 5 star reviews show, most guests find our cabin to be quite peaceful and the location to be highly advantageous. We are just a short 10 minute drive to Manistee, Lake Michigan beaches, Nordhouse Dunes hiking trails, and Ludington State Park, which is where most of our guests choose to spend their days exploring the beauty of west Michigan.
We stayed for a three-night girl trip weekend to explore the sights in Ludington, Pentwater and Manistee.
The cabin is fully stocked and clean. The road noise off the highway did not bother us; we occupied the 2 bedrooms at either end of the cabin. There is also a cute loft with a double bed that we did not need. We were able to bring our bikes inside the breezeway at night.
We had a rainy weekend but were able to squeeze in a quick fire one night. There is plenty of seating & lights strung on posts surrounding the fire pit which makes it an ideal photo op. There is firewood (dry) on site and the cabin has all manner of outdoor / cooking / roasting utensils plus fire starters, matches etc. which was very handy. Each of the other cabins had their own fire pits and outdoor seating. We would have liked to have a community bonfire, but the weather did not permit.
We did not have any problems with cell service and were able to stream music using our data plans /phones/ iPads on property the entire visit.
We did not use the TV, but there were videos and a DVD player in the main room.
The cabin had a plethora of brochures/ local travel magazines with info on many area attractions that we used to put together daily itineraries. The owner was on property throughout the weekend turning over the other cabins and making sure anyone with a question was provided helpful information.
Would definitely recommend this place and hopefully return in the future.
This place is amazing. The property has about 6 cabins with private fireplace so it was so incredibly quiet. The cabin we stayed at was so stocked including a full coffee bar and hygiene items in case you forgot something. The rooms were very clean and plenty of space for my family of 5. Our fire pit was very spacious with lights hanging around on poles. It is right off of 31 but you wouldn’t notice. I would definitely come back again with my family.
This woodsy and vintage cabin was a great location. We were able to host other family members from out of state for a picnic during our stay. Just a short trip down the road is Lake Michigan and Manistee National Forest where we could bike the trails and swim. Great host!
This was the perfect cabin for my friends and I - the kitchen had everything we needed and there was just enough space. The hosts were easy to communicate with and friendly! The cabin is just off a highway, so there's some noise to be aware of. Thanks for a great stay!
Mehrdad A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2021
Thank you for the positive review. It was a pleasure to host you and your group!
Verified
8/10 Good
Heidi A.
16 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Satisfied with our cabin
The cabin was clean and the owners were very hospitable and friendly. We enjoyed our stay in western Michigan.
Great place to getaway. We loved hanging out by the fire pit in the evenings. The cabins are well kept and clean. Andra was very helpful and friendly! Thanks!
We had a great time at this cabin! It is nothing fancy but perfect for what we needed it for. Location was great, we were able to spend time in Manistee and Ludington. The cabin had everything we needed for a great stay, the beds were comfy, kitchen was fully stocked, we had our own fire pit and a great area to play yard games in. The well water is pretty strong so if you are not use to well water do bring your own drinking water. If you are looking for a cute little road side cabin this would be the place.
My friend who traveled with me had never been to Michigan. She fell in love! The location was perfect for showing her some of my favorites- Ludington, Dune Rides, and Sleeping Bear Dunes!
The cabin was very clean and well kept. Lots of privacy with no shared spaces with other cabins. The owner was sweet and very accommodating. Lots of stuff to do in the area. We had a great stay!
very nice accommodations
Quite woodsy surroundings were relaxing
Enjoyed our stay
thanks
Keith M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gene Y.
17 Aug 2018
Such a cute cozy place!
Loved staying here with our family! The owner Andra was super helpful in giving us information where to go and was super friendly! The place is clean and love the vibe and decoration! Hoping to be back and enjoy the grilling & fire pit with our toddler & kids!
Gene Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
About the host
Hosted by Andra Shobe
My husband and I love all outdoor activities from kayaking to snowmobiling. We like to give our guests privacy, but we can easily be reached by phone, text, or message.