Consider a stay at Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
✦ Modern Forest Chalet · Starlink-Connected · Sleeps 6 ✦
A serene, design-forward escape hidden in the pines of the Manistee National Forest in Wellston, MI. Walls of glass, soaring cathedral ceilings, and a private 16×16 deck make you exhale the moment you pull in — while rare Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi keeps you connected only if you want to be. Sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms + sofa sleeper · pet-friendly · moments from the Pine & Manistee Rivers, Big-M, and Caberfae Peaks.
THE RETREAT Unwind in a bright, open living space wrapped in windows, with 8-foot glass doors that slide open to the deck and the forest beyond. Thoughtfully set up for 6: • 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed + blackout curtains • Queen pull-out sofa in the living room • 1 full bathroom with modern fixtures • Chef-ready kitchen — full-size range, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, cookware + coffee bar (Keurig + drip) • Washer & dryer with detergent provided • Smart TV, Starlink Wi-Fi, smart thermostat, central A/C + heat, keyless entry Clean modern lines meet warm wood and rustic texture — upscale, but the kind of cozy you don’t want to leave.
WHY GUESTS LOVE IT Rated in the top 10% of stays in the area with 10/10 cleanliness — a quiet, polished retreat that lives even better than it looks.
UNPLUG — OR WORK FROM THE WOODS Rare Starlink high-speed internet means you can take the meeting, stream the movie, and post the sunset — then close the laptop and listen to the wind in the pines. An easy yes for remote workers and longer fall/winter stays.
WATER, TRAILS & SLOPES — minutes away • Pine, Manistee & Little Manistee Rivers — kayaking, tubing & blue-ribbon trout fishing • 10 min → Tippy Dam — world-class salmon & steelhead • 5–7 min → North Country Trail & Big-M — hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing • 25 min → Caberfae Peaks — downhill skiing & snowboarding • 20 min → Lake Michigan beaches + downtown Manistee dining & marinas • 2 min → ORV/ATV & snowmobile trail access Plus small-town essentials close by: Dublin General Store, local taverns, and gas.
A RETREAT FOR EVERY SEASON • Spring — birdsong, wildflowers, and early steelhead • Summer — rivers, beaches, and long golden evenings • Fall — headline-worthy color tours through the Manistee Forest • Winter — snowshoe the quiet woods, then warm up by the fire
OUTDOOR LIVING A spacious deck for slow coffee and grilling, a fire pit for s’mores under the stars, and level parking for vehicles, trailers, or boats.
AMENITIES SNAPSHOT • Starlink high-speed internet (rare for this area) • Smart thermostat + central A/C + heat • Smart TV with streaming apps • Full kitchen + coffee bar (Keurig + drip) • Washer & dryer • Fire pit & outdoor seating • Keyless entry • Trailer- & boat-friendly parking
PET POLICY & SECURITY • Pet-friendly with prior approval (fee applies) — please follow pet rules and clean up after pets. • Per Vrbo policy, exterior security cameras (driveway, front & back yard) for safety — none indoors, used only when guests are not present.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the accommodation: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Garden
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally sourced food prioritised
Recycling
Some LED lighting used
Water-efficient toilets
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Pls take garbage to cans at end of driveway
Please return key to lockbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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
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
About the area
Wellston is home to this chalet. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Northern Natural LLC are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Cranberry Lake. Visit our Wellston travel guide
Is Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this chalet allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly located?
Situated in Wellston, this chalet is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Star Lake. Wellston Branch Library and Fawn Crest Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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