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400-Acre Outdoor Enthusiast's Lodge in Mancelona!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

400-Acre Outdoor Enthusiast's Lodge in Mancelona!

Unplug from the day-to-day and head to this Michigan vacation rental—the great outdoors are calling! This 2-bed, 1-bath cabin rests on over 400 acres of forestland with hiking and biking trails, as well as direct access to 100s of miles of snowmobiling and ATV trails spanning from Leetsville to Kalkaska. With several hunting blinds on the property, this is a hunter’s haven! Fish at the nearby Manistee River, ski at Shanty Creek, and at nightfall enjoy a night sky free from city lights.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pets Allowed w/ Fee | Snowmobiling Trails | Leetsville to Kalkaska MCCCT Access | Manistee Lake Waterfront Access (Walk from Boardwalk)

Snowmobilers, hunters, bowmen, ATV devotees, and outdoor enthusiasts of all types will enjoy their stay at this secluded cabin Up North!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed, Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping (Living Room): Couch (not a pull out)

PRIVATE ACREAGE: Forest surroundings, expansive grounds, 4+ miles of ATV & snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, hiking & biking trails, hunting blinds for deer, bear, grouse, & waterfowl hunting, direct access to the Leetsville to Kalkaska MCCCT, stargazing, blackberry & raspberry picking, adjoining state land access, fall colors
LIVING SPACE: Cabin decor, wood-burning fireplace (wood provided), TV, couch, ottoman, dining table (seats 8), charcoal grill
KITCHEN: Well equipped, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, air fryer, cooking basics, spices, electric hand mixer, Tupperware, blender, Crock-Pot, bottle/wine opener
GENERAL: Linens/towels, ceiling fans, complimentary toiletries, dish soap, cleaning supplies, iron/board, hairdryer, books, board games, firewood provided, scale, dog/pet blankets, alarm clocks
FAQ: No A/C
PARKING: Driveway (4WD recommended in winter; 8 vehicles), RV & trailer parking available, 120 V RV hookup available (addt'l fee)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: Traveling with more than 6? Reach out to Evolve about the additional accommodations available on-site, including 120V RV hookups (addt'l fee) and a campsite & outhouse where additional guests can bring their own gear and set up camp

-- THE LOCATION --

NEARBY LAKES: Manistee Lake (2.1 miles), Twin Lakes (3.1 miles), Pickerel Lake (4.1 miles), Starvation Lake (5.5 miles)
BEACH DAYS: Pencil Lake Beach (23.3 miles), Grand Traverse Bay (31.9 miles), Peninsula Beach (35.9 miles), Clinch Park Beach (36.1 miles), Torch Lake (36.1 miles), Lake Michigan (41.4 miles)
BLUE RIBBON TROUT STREAMS: Manistee River (11.7 miles), AuSable River (16.7 miles)
SKI DAYS: Mt Mancelona (9.1 miles), Shanty Creek Resort (16.6 miles), Hanson Hills (22.9 miles), Boyne Mountain Resort (30.0 miles), Mt. Holiday Ski and Recreational Area (31.3 miles)
WINE + BREW: Short's Brewing Company (19.7 miles), Rolling Oak Brewing Co (23.2 miles), Paddle Hard Brewing (23.5 miles), Torch Lake Cellars (23.7 miles), WaterFire Vineyards (30.6 miles), Snowbelt Brewing (32.6 miles)
CASINOS: Turtle Creek Casino (24.6 miles), Odawa Casino (44.0 miles), Leelanau Sands Casino (55.7 miles)
SEASONAL: National Trout Festival - Kalkaska (April), National Cherry Festival - Traverse City (July), Bow Hunting Season (October 1—December 1), Hunting Season (November 15—December 1)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (34.2 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with $50 fee (+ fees + taxes)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Aggressive tread on ATV's ruins the property's private trails. Please be respectful of the trails on-site
- NOTE: Additional rentals are available on-site and other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: WiFi and Wifi calling/internet available on site
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C
- NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality
- NOTE: This is a heavy snowfall area. 4WD vehicles are encouraged during the winter months if you are towing anything
- NOTE: Charcoal and lighter fluid are not provided

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 8 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Mixer
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 700 sq ft (65 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
NEW! Mancelona Forest Lodge on 400 Private Acres!
New! Mancelona Forest Lodge on 330 Private Acres!
NEW! Hunter’s Dream Lodge on 400 Private Acres! Cabin
NEW! Hunter’s Dream Lodge on 400 Private Acres! Mancelona
NEW! Hunter’s Dream Lodge on 400 Private Acres! Cabin Mancelona
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About the neighborhood

Map
Mancelona, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Grandview Golf Club - 16 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Schuss Mountain - 28 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Torch Lake - 33 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 36 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 49 min drive - 47.7 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Iron Skillet - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hide-A-Way Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shirley's Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 400-Acre Outdoor Enthusiast's Lodge in Mancelona! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 400-Acre Outdoor Enthusiast's Lodge in Mancelona!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 400-Acre Outdoor Enthusiast's Lodge in Mancelona!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 400-Acre Outdoor Enthusiast's Lodge in Mancelona! located?

Situated in Mancelona, this cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Grandview Golf Club, Timber Wolf Golf Club, and Twin Birch Golf Course. Schuss Mountain and Grass River Natural Area are also within 20 mi (32 km).

400-Acre Outdoor Enthusiast's Lodge in Mancelona! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eugene & Michele s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Love all woods nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden getaway
Beautiful property off the beaten path. Our family had the best time going to torch lake and coming back to peace and quiet. We were kind of disappointed we didn’t see any wild animals we wouldn’t normally see out the windows:) it even down poured one evening and we had a blast playing in the rain. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We needed to go off the grid, and we were able to do just that. Incredibly beautiful property, with lots to explore. Cabin was quiet, cute, comfy, and absolutely charming. We took our 3-year old shepherd up for his first vacation, and he had the time of his life. Cannot wait to be back! Thank you to the Metcalfe’s!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Amy R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs attention
Acreage outside of cabin location was nice but cabin area needs maintenance attention. Weeds and grass was knee high around cabin. The dog fenced area was thigh high grass. No fire pit area. Had to move the fire cylinders around to build fire. The camp chairs at property were dirty and not sturdy. There was a plastic picnic table that we were able to drag out of the weeds to sit on. Inside the cabin furnishings were nice but there were spider and cob webs on fans and on floors. There is also no tv…so be prepared to bring one. Reached out to homeowner regarding our disappointment of the cabin area and never received a response.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Susan is very friendly and cabin in very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B., Fort Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent little cabin in the woods
Great property with plenty of hiking trails and easy access to ovr trail/route. Cabin was cozy and meets all your basic needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

lou m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sooo peacful
If you want quiet and private this is it. It has the best stocked kitchen I’ve seen. We needed nothing. Susan is great to work with. She is great to communicate with. She also furnishes real toilet paper. Thank you Susan.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

candice d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property is awesome 😊
Rented for the property so my girls could ride their quads and dirt bikes. Trails were awesome and we enjoyed being outdoors 😊 owners were very helpful. Inside of cabin was very clean, beds super comfy. Note that 2nd bedroom no longer has bunk beds so one kid slept on couch, had I known I would if brought air mattress. Definitely plan on another visit next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, relaxing, scenic stay!
The host was so helpful and thoughtful in thinking of things to make our stay enjoyable and relaxing- it really felt like a cozy home away from home with all the conveniences but none of the stress! The hosts have made sure to provide just about everything that you probably forgot to pack! It was so lovely getting to roam around the trails and seeing the different wildlife. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Quiet
The cabin is in a heavily wooded area and had everything we needed for our stay. The owners were very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very satisfied
The owners were very accommodating and generous. The trails were so beautiful, the cabin was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022