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'Buckhorn' - Slopeside Iron River Cabin w/ Sauna

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees.
A wooden sauna with benches and a steam shower.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a staircase leading to a loft bedroom.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and fireplace.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ski Brule

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Balcony
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Iron River, MI
  • Place, Ski Brule
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nicolet National Forest
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, George Young Golf Course
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3 (Loft)

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

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About the area

Iron River

Iron River is home to this cabin. Ski Brule and George Young Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Iron County Forest Preserve and Ottawa National Forest. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Map
Iron River, MI

What's nearby

  • Ski Brule - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ottawa National Forest - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Nicolet National Forest - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • George Young Golf Course - 31 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Catfish Lake - 47 min drive - 69.1 km

Getting around

  • Iron Mountain, MI (IMT-Ford) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pasty Corner - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mr T's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Bar & Pizzeria - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Buckhorn' - Slopeside Iron River Cabin w/ Sauna pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'Buckhorn' - Slopeside Iron River Cabin w/ Sauna?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Buckhorn' - Slopeside Iron River Cabin w/ Sauna?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Buckhorn' - Slopeside Iron River Cabin w/ Sauna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Buckhorn' - Slopeside Iron River Cabin w/ Sauna located?

Conveniently located near to the ski slopes, this cabin in Iron River is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ski Brule, Ottawa National Forest and Stanley Lake. Lake Ottawa and Hoover Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

May Stay

Great cozy home, lovely nature. Host is very helpful. Would recommend to anyone.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome

Excellent experience. Host was great to work with. WiFi was perfect for remote work. Lots to do in the area as far as summer recreation
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the view and that it was conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, we were able to walk over to Brule to ski. Beds were small but comfortable, which is the most important. We enjoyed the sauna, fireplace and view of the ski hill.Overall it was clean, needs a little more detail cleaning, edge vacuuming.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Listing accuracy
Rundown property! Stairs to walk up to property need to be replaced. Two lower ones are in really need of being replaced. Very dangerous. The 3 of us staying are 50 or less years old. Very fit and slim. We were having issues with it! There is only one chair in front porch. We paid enough to expect the basics. Chairs or benches outside on front porch. The place is bog but very run down
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We prioritize the safety of our guests, and we are glad to share that the stairs were fully rebuilt by a contractor on May 11, 2026, to ensure a secure entrance for all future visitors. While our listing accurately captures the vintage charm of this large property, we are continuously working to update the space. For your convenience, guests are always welcome to bring the dining chairs outside onto the front porch to enjoy the wonderful views from the deck. We appreciate your insights as we work to improve future guest experiences.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great ski weekend lodging!

We had a great weekend at this cabin, which is right across the street from Ski Brule. It was the perfect space for our group, which included adults and children. We were able to easily get to and from the hill both days we skied and enjoyed après ski at the cabin as well as homemade dinners and breakfast. The communications with the property manager were super simple, who was very welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
the property was terrible, it had a musty dirty smell, only 2 clean towels. there was an abundance of dog hair on one of the beds. there was no hair dryer, and onions growing in the kitchen. We could not log into WIFI, and there was a number of dead bugs on one window seal. the cabin was not cleaned before our arrival. We contacted the host at 9 am the following morning, which he did not correct any of the problems. There was dirty washcloths in the upstairs bathroom and what I can only imagine bags of dirty linen in the bedroom closet. To say the least I am very disappointed with the host and Virbo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
We are sorry to hear that your stay fell short of expectations, as our goal is always to provide a clean and comfortable experience. We hold our cleaning crew to high standards, and they do what is necessary and usually meet our standards. While extra clean linens and towels were available in the closet for your use, we apologize for any miscommunication regarding their location and the coordination of our cleaning team’s follow-up visit. We have also verified that the WiFi credentials are accurate and easy for future guests to access.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome chalet and perfect location!

We loved this chalet, the location and area are perfect for outdoor adventure year round. Even with our kids, this chalet is an easy walk to the ski lift at Ski Brule Mountain. We plan to stay here again for our summer vacation so we can explore the many near by lakes and waterfalls. Communication with our host was great. The beds and furniture were cozy and comfortable. We found the place clean and tidy. There was even a sweet welcome basket waiting for us when we arrived. Our best recommendation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great ski lodge

The property was clean and as described. 4 full beds is nice for my family if 5. Owner was quick to respond, manager was once his cell was shared. Had an issue with the fridge not working and they were quick to make it right but it was cold outside so it wasn’t necessary. Just want to make sure it gets fixed for the next person.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thank you for the heads up. Refrigerator repair was made right after this guest's check out by Oberland's Appliance and was ready for the next guest.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Missed the mark

The location is great and communication was really good. They even gotbus in a little early but that is still overshadowed by the terribly uncomfortable furniture in the entire place as well as well as several concerns with cleaning, we had cobwebs in the bathroom and dirt around the tub and dirty foil on the stovetop etc. The entire place needs updates. For the amound we paid for three nights I would still expect more. We have stayed in a lot of vrbo places over the years and never been this disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2024
Hi Caryl, we're glad you enjoyed the wonderful location and that the hosts accommodated your request for an early check-in, but we’re sorry some aspects fell short of expectations. After sending your feedback to the owner, they’d like to share the following:- We've upgraded the bedding and the couches after receiving your comments, thank you for letting us know.- Ensuring cleanliness and sanitization are top priorities, and we've modified our cleaning process accordingly to avoid future issues.We sincerely value your feedback and hope to continue offering a pleasant experience for future guests. Thank you for choosing our property.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

It’s not the Ritz

Property is old and very worn, location is fantastic and that’s why we chose it. On arrival, we discovered the doors weren’t numbered, so there was a lot of confusion when the other renters arrived before we did and chose the wrong side. Property manager was easy to work with and pretty prompt with responses. Never figured out the heat completely and had issues with the toaster, stove, and coffee maker - they worked, but not well. Everything inside the rental needs to be replaced, but it was adequate for our 2-day stay. Don’t choose this property if you’ve never been to deer camp before! We will find something more comfortable for future trips, even if it’s a bit further from the Hill.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2025
Hi Chad, Thank you for your feedback we are sorry that it was not what you expected. The units are listed as 1 and 2, and each has a different door code. We're sorry if this was confusing to you. We can add numbers to each unit to make it crystal clear. Regarding the toaster, stove, and coffee maker, we are not aware of any issues, and as far as we know work very well. The heat is electric baseboard heating and controlled with thermostats in each area/room.  Regarding your statement we are a chalet/cabin and not a camp and feel that everything in the cabin is clean and comfortable, Our decor is perfect for this setting, which is right across the street from Michigan's most popular and family-friendly ski and snowboard resort. We have had many guests who have enjoyed our home and have shared kind words and 5-star reviews of their experiences there.  
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our new favorite vacation rental

Awesome close up views of Ski Brule Mountain from the deck and front windows. Tall rock fireplace that kept the chalet warm and cozy. Two bedrooms and the loft with more beds offered plenty of room for the whole family to stretch out. Everything you need is provided, right down to a pizza cutter. Besides the recreational opportunities offered right across the street at Ski Brule, we learned there is a ton of year round fun things to do in the area. Even just hiking through the quaint village st Ski Brule and the woods around was beautiful. We also discovered a shrine to the Mother Mary with two angels nestled in some beautiful moss rock outcroppings in the side yard of the property. This was a bonus for us at the start of Holy Week.We do stay in a number of vacation rentals during the year and we will be back here again this summer. There is something very special about this place, the setting, combined with the vintage chalet was perfect.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed Kids!!

I don't typically write reviews but this property warrants comments for future renters!! Our first impression was definitely unsatisfactory! Unclean bathrooms, cobwebs, overabundance of live beetles, and hearing little rodents in the walls and ceilings. Lacked basics like garbage bags, sufficient tissues, and sufficient toilet paper. Garbage dumpster outside was overflowing already when we arrived. The renters in the other duplex said they had a dead bird and dead chipmunk. Unfortunately, when I emailed the property owner within hours of arrival about the lack of basic supplies, he never responded. This rental is severely in need of upgrades. Looks like 70s carpet and thin paneling on walls and ceiling. The great location and sauna were horribly overshadowed by the lack of care for this property. Truly disappointing for our kids since this adventure was part of their Christmas gift.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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