Title: Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock! Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108994100/108994009/872e31b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108994100/108994009/9d787f3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108994100/108994009/a5e98d9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108994100/108994009/3523d3fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108994100/108994009/58829d41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock! provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroom800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock! Vivian’s Cabin is ready! Updated, bright, fun & fresh! The cabin is on 50’ of lake frontage on Manistee Lake and is situated about 70 yards from the road (which can be busy). Dog-friendly and family-friendly with a bonfire ring / chairs with lakeview! If you are looking for an affordable, simple, cute spot to stay up north - Vivian’s Cabin is perfect for you and your family! INTERACTION: Tabitha, our local property manager, will always be available during your stay with anything you may need. NEIGHBORHOOD: The cottage is right next door to our other 2 bedroom cabin, Forrest's Cabin, which sleeps 6. You can rent both for groups of 8 to 11! There is a big yard in front and in back. The lake access is across the road (County Road 612). The water is currently quite high so there is no “beach” but there is a shared dock. There is a convenience store 0.5 miles away and also a pizza parlor up the east side of the lake. The cabin is 12 minutes from downtown Kalkaska and 35 minutes from Traverse City. GUEST ACCESS: Vivian’s cabin is the cabin to the left when pulling up driveway. Blue door entrance way, labeled “Vivian’s cabin.” There is a keyless entry, with a code provided. SPACE: Newly renovated cabin! Relaxing and fresh. Enjoy a beautiful camp fire with lake views and sunsets. There are two cabins onsite with a shared driveway. TRANSIT: We are located 12 minutes from Kalkaska. 35 minutes from Traverse City. It is recommended that guests have their own vehicle. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: 1) NO AIR CONDITIONING: Please note that the property does NOT have air conditioning. As such, it may get warm in the house during the summer if it is warm outside. 2) PET POLICY: Up to 2 dogs are permitted at the property. If bringing 1 or 2 dogs, please make certain that they are included on the reservation and that the pet fee is appropriately paid. More than 2 dogs is strictly prohibited and any pets other than dogs are also strictly prohibited. 3) NUMBER OF GUESTS: Please note that our pricing is based upon the number of guests, with pricing being higher with each additional guest that is included on the reservation. Please make certain that the correct number of guests is specified on the reservation so that the pricing is correct. 4) EARLY CHECK-IN: Our policy is to allow early check-in on the day of arrival if the property is available for check-in. We will not know until the day before arrival whether or not the property will be available for early check-in or not. You can check with our local property manager the day before arrival or on your arrival day to see if the property will be available for early check-in or not. 5) LATE CHECK-OUT: We maintain a very strict and structured cleaning schedule. As such, late check-outs are strictly prohibited. 6) LAKE: Lake is across the street. 7) LAYOUT: Two cottages onsite - shared driveway for both. 8) BUGS: You will want to bring a lot of bug spray. 9) NO WATER TOYS: Water toys not provided due to liability, bring or rent your own (kayak, boat, paddleboard, etc.) 10) FIREWOOD: Firewood not provided. 11) TRASH: Trash pick up is every Monday morning. The trash bin will need to be placed at the end of the driveway by Sunday night. 12) SHOES: We ask that you remove your shoes while inside. 13) SMOKING: Smoking is strictly prohibited. 14) PARTIES: Parties are strictly prohibited. We wish you a very pleasant and memorable stay. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108690000/108685800/108685703/ecdfcfd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Forrest’s Cabin - Lakefront with Sunset Views and Private Dock! 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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 and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as bbfe06c8-dda2-45c5-aa26-2d1066a88b7f ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.76969%2C-85.01826&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Xa2uSZVKOZ25zQp8kp8ywotR96U=) Kalkaska, MI #### What's nearby - Grandview Golf Club - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles - Timber Wolf Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.1 miles - Twin Birch Golf Course - 14 min drive - 10.8 miles - Au Sable River - 22 min drive - 17.4 miles - Torch Lake - 31 min drive - 27.8 miles #### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dingman's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Ole Soul - ‬4 min drive - ‪lost forest lodge - ‬6 min drive - ‪Shirley's In The Woods - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Grandview Golf Club and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Twin Birch Golf Course. Au Sable River and Hartwick Pines State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Vivian's Cabin - Super Cute Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### SusieK 6 Oct 2025 #### Delightful Cabin This cabin is cosy and cute, with very comfortable beds and everything we needed. We enjoyed the fire pit and the lovely view of the lake. ##### SusieK ### 10/10 Excellent #### cam s. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was great Very nice and close to family ##### cam s. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert C. 18 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Robert C. 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