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Nestled in the heart of Manistee National Forest, this cabin offers a cozy retreat with a wood burning fireplace and access to Crystal Lake. Unwind on the large deck or enjoy quality time with family by the bonfire pit and playscape. With air conditioning, washer/dryer, cable available, it's perfect for relaxation.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Great vacation home near Tippy Dam, in the Manistee National forest

  • Cabin has 3 bedrooms. 1st bedroom has a Queen bed and a twin with a doorwall that opens up to a large deck . 2nd bedroom has a queen bed and 3rd bedroom has twin beds Living room couch pulls out to a queen size bed. Wood burning Fireplace. Crystal lake just minutes away. Cable available.

    1 full bath and 1/2 bath. Washer and Dryer on main floor. Has deck on 2nd floor. Bonfire pit & Playscape in yard. Air conditioning.

    Located in the heart of Manistee National Forest. Near Cadillac & Manistee. Crystal Mountain & Caberfae Peak near by.

    Manistee Riverwalk has shopping, restaurants, boating & Little River Casino.

    Cadillac has boating, swimming, fishing and lots of shopping & restaurants. Close to hundreds of miles of snowmobile trails.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
  • Note from host: Please smoke outside & put butts in bonfire pit.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: no exceptions

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside & put butts in bonfire pit.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Wellston, this holiday home is near a water park. 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 Crystal Lake Township Park. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging. Visit our Wellston travel guide
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Wellston, MI

What's nearby

  • A snow-covered cabin with a red roof and a wooden structure in a forest.
    Crystal Mountain
    34 min drive - 32.2 miles
  • Crystal Lake Township Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wellston Branch Library
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cranberry Lake
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chittenden Lake
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oak Grove Tavern
    13 min drive
  • Jackie's Place
    12 min drive
  • Irons Cafe
    13 min drive
  • Redneck Yacht Club
    4 min drive
  • Kozy Kitchen
    16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great vacation home near Tippy Dam, in the Manistee National forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Great vacation home near Tippy Dam, in the Manistee National forest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great vacation home near Tippy Dam, in the Manistee National forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great vacation home near Tippy Dam, in the Manistee National forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great vacation home near Tippy Dam, in the Manistee National forest located?

Situated in Wellston, this holiday home is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Crystal Lake Township Park. Cranberry Lake and Wellston Branch Library are also within 5 minutes.

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Great vacation home near Tippy Dam, in the Manistee National forest Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse S.

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

Great spot

Location was great and we had plenty of space. Great outdoor space too
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Wonderful home in the woods.

This is a very clean, well equipped cabin in the woods. 10 minutes to amazing kayaking spots, 30 minutes from the beach. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

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

Great time

We had a great time in Wellston using this cabin for a home base. It’s got comfortable living space and nice bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Wellston retreat!

This property was clean and inviting when we arrived. We chose this location because we wanted to be close to our family, but still maintain our own space. This location is only about 25 minutes from Manistee, and a couple minutes from Crystal lake. Perfect location and was a perfect little cabin in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M.

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

Comfortable cabin in the woods

We had a relaxing time with family at this cabin. We were visiting our son who is in the coast guard. It was a great location to be away from the business but close enough to go to the beaches. It was also nice to visit the Tippy Dam. The cabin was clean and comfortable. It has pots and pans, cookie sheets. It has a coffee maker, toaster, utensils to use to cook with. Washer and dryer made it convenient. Outside has a gas grill or a charcoal grill and a fire pit that you can sit around. This cabin and place is very peaceful. You can hear the birds in the morning. There are a several places to sit and relax. I highly recommend this place in the woods
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! About 20 mins from Lake Michigan beaches. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful! Had a mix of warm days and cooler with rain and the cabin kept us comfortable throughout it all. It was the perfect size for our crew, plenty of beds for all. The kids enjoyed the card games and swingset. Our host was quick to communicate with us and was very kind. This is our first time renting a vacation spot and this experience makes us excited to rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

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

Fall hunting trip

Excellent accommodations , as per usual
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

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

Awesome place tucked in woods

Great place to stay with all the amenities. Nice outdoors space
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian U.

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

Great for winter lovers

Victoria was great to communicate with very prompt with area questions
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Fishing and Hunting

This place was perfect for our salmon and deer hunting trip. Great location and fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

Manistee National Forest

This is a great property for a family getaway in the Manistee National Forests region. There is a wonderful backyard and the up north feel cabin. We enjoyed our stay and all the wonders of the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

William N.

Great Cabin

Great cabin tucked away in the woods. It was perfect for our canoeing weekend on the Pine River, and very close to the takeout at Low Bridge. Couldn't have asked for a better place for a guys weekend up north.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laurie j.

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

Great time!

As always everything was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

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

November hunting trip

Good to be back, well suited to our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Senad L.

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

Fishing trip....

We had a great time, the cabin was very clean and well stocked. Great communication with the property owners to. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Great location

We were up for a ladies weekend...This home was perfect. It was cute, clean, roomy and Victoria was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Russ E.

Thanks for a great guys retreat weekend!

This small cabin was great for our 8 dads & husbands on our annual guys retreat weekend. Had everything we needed and the owners were extremely friendly, helpful & accommodating!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Mt. Bike weekend

Great location for our weekend of mountain biking. The cabin was clean and well maintained. Thank you for a nice place to stay, we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery W.

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

Nice cottage

Nice cottage that is clean and sleeps plenty. We used it for the North Country marathon weekend in Wellston. Would use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Eileen D.

My Vacation Review

I would highly recommend this vacation home for anyone who wants to get away and still enjoy the "comforts of home". The owners of this home are very accommodating and a pleasure to deal with and they go the "extra mile" to make sure your stay here is very comfortable and enjoyable. Manistee is a great place to go, especially for those who love Michigan and nature.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES E.

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

fishing

well kept
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Canoe/golf trip

All good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location in the property. We went for the weekend to go skiing at Caberfae Peaks. Just a short drive to the slopes. The home was cozy and warm. It was right in the forest and was a nice getaway from the city. Check in and check out was easy and the house was very clean. Perfect size for our group. The beds were comfy and the kitchen was good since we relied on cooking meals at the house. Would stay again and would recommend to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019