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Lodge on the Manistee: Winter Fishing & Fireside Nights | 4BR + WiFi

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A forested area with a wooden staircase leading down to a calm river.
A wooden cabin with a covered porch and a wooden deck.
A log cabin interior with a sofa, coffee table, and a bear hanging from the ceiling.
A cabin surrounded by dense forest with a wooden dock over a stream.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining table, chairs, a chandelier, and a wooden post.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Grayling, MI
  • Place, Lake Margrethe
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hanson Hills Recreation Area
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

main floor

1 Queen Bed

master on main floor

1 Queen Bed

upstairs

1 Double Bed

upstairs

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

attached to master bedroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

main floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Grayling

Located in Grayling, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hartwick Pines State Park and North Higgins Lake State Park, while Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are cultural highlights. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Grayling, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Margrethe - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Au Sable River - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Hanson Hills Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 13.8 km
  • AuSable Artisan Village - 13 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Crawford County Historical Museum - 13 min drive - 15.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dingman's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Westside Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tinker's Junction - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Farmer's Kitchen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lodge on the Manistee: Fall Fly-Fishing Getaway | Manistee River | Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lodge on the Manistee: Fall Fly-Fishing Getaway | Manistee River | Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lodge on the Manistee: Fall Fly-Fishing Getaway | Manistee River | Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lodge on the Manistee: Fall Fly-Fishing Getaway | Manistee River | Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lodge on the Manistee: Fall Fly-Fishing Getaway | Manistee River | Sleeps 8 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Margrethe, Hanson Hills Recreation Area and Bear Lake. Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time. The place had more than enough room for 7 of us. We brought our kayaks and did a 2.5 hour kayak trip. We went got in up river and gout out right at the cabin. Everything was perfect. We would def rent the log cabin again. Thank you so much for a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 5 Nov 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time and enjoyed the cabin and your kayaking adventure. It sounds like you made some great memories! We’d absolutely love to welcome you back to the log cabin for another stay. Thank you again for choosing us! -Van , FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin!! Exactly what we were hoping it would be. Clean and beautiful. Perfect outdoor space! Great communication. 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear the cabin was exactly what you were hoping for and that you enjoyed the clean, beautiful space and outdoor area. We truly appreciate your kind words and 10/10 rating! We’d love to welcome you back again! -Van, FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As promised.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 5 Nov 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back again! -Van, FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our girlfriend getaway

Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Susan, we are so happy to know that you loved your stay, and we hope that you come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot to relax

Wonderful place to stay on the Manistee.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thank you for your great review TImothy! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and found it to be a relaxing spot. It’s wonderful to hear that the location by the Manistee was perfect for you. -Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property, the river was so peaceful and beautiful. House was stocked with everything we needed. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the property and the peaceful river. You were fantastic guests, and we’d love to host you again in the future! -Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great looking cabin on a beautiful spot in the Manistee River. The view from the back deck is worth the stay alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

The cabin Exceeded our expectations. We would definitely consider staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Jayme, we're so glad that you want to come back. That says it all. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Stay

The location of the home is beautiful. The setting was really great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Christian, we're glad that you had lovely stay, and we hope to see you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful well-equipped cabin for our family!

Enjoyed our stay very much!! The cabin was beautiful and had all of the amenities we could ask for and more. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
Kristen, we're happy to know that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for fishing "base"

Th place is great, very clean, well located to river fishing areas and town. We'll stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2024
Hi there, Thanks Thomas for the great review! We're thrilled to hear you found the place clean and well-located for river fishing and exploring town. Looking forward to having you stay with us again! Best, Janelle, Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Love it will be back next fall
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2023
Larry, the best review is when the guest says they will be back, so thank you for that, and we'll see you in 2024!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great setting, beautiful cabin

Such a peaceful setting. Great fishing and swimming. The cabin is very spacious and the deck and view is amazing. It was very clean and we are looking forward to staying again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Madi, it sounds like you had very good time, and we look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Clean, cozy, wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2024
Nate, what a great 3 word review! Thanks for that. We hope that you come back again. - Claire, FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our log cabin!

We had a wonderful stay at the cozy cabin on the river. It was perfect for what we needed. Plenty of room, amenities and fun things to do. Would definitely go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2022
Lindsey, we're so glad that the cabin was perfect for what you needed! We look forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was exactly as pictured. You can’t beat the views from the windows to the river. We felt cozy and right at home. The check-in and checkout process couldn’t have been easier. Truly enjoyed every minute we spent in this lovely cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you loved the cabin, the river views, and the smooth check-in process. You were wonderful guests, and we’d be happy to host you again anytime! -Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The property was as advertised. The kitchen had everything we needed. The view is great and easy access to town. We would go back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Brantley, when guests say they would come back again, we know they have had a good stay, so thank you for that. We do hope that you come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bachelor Weekend

Groom to be loved it. Great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2024
We’re thrilled to hear the groom-to-be enjoyed the property Nathaniel. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and we’d be delighted to welcome you again! - Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cabin

Our family absolutely loved staying at the cabin. Amazing view of the river. We never felt so relaxed. House was also nicely stocked with towels, kitchen supplies, etc. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Amy, it's great to know that your family absolutely loved staying at the cabin, and that you never felt so relaxed. What a great review! You were wonderful guests, and we can't wait for you to return also! - Claire, FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

River Heaven

Beautiful home in northern Michigan .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2022
Mike, we're glad that you spent you U.P. vacation with us, and we hope to see you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Office Staff Retreat

We had a great time of hiking, relaxing by the river, playing board games, reading, and laughing. The deck and dock are just fantastic! The cabin was spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
Lisa, that sounds like an amazing staff retreat! We're so glad that you did it with us, and we hope that you will come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Property exactly as described and pictured. 10/10 would recommend a stay here. Amazing scenery, peaceful location and the river view spectacular! Loved it all and would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2023
Lindsey, the best thing a guest can write in their review is that they would definitely return, so thank you for that! We love getting a 10/10 recommendation, and we hope that you come back again..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical location

We had a wonderful time here! We had a small wedding reception with just eight of our family and set up a banquet table on the porch overlooking the river. It was an incredibly beautiful setting which made the wedding day a memorable event.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2020
Michael, congratulations on your wedding! We were glad to be a part of offering you a beautiful setting. You'll have to come back for your wedding anniversary next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get Away

Peaceful stay on the river bend. Everything, plus! Great location to mid state and the lake shores.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2023
Mike, it's great to hear tat you had a peaceful stay, and we hope that you come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This Cabin is breath taking!!

The beauty of this property was more than anyone could except! It’s warm, thoughtful, peaceful and perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
Tina, thank you for this lovely review. We're glad that the property worked out so well for you, and we hope to see you again.
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