A stay at this cabin places you in the heart of Mesick, and within a 10-minute drive of Huron-Manistee National Forest. .This cabin is 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from Lake Michigan and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Hodenpyl Dam.
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beautiful cabin on the Manistee River
Close to Traverse City, many two track trails, snowmobile trails, many places to launch kayaks or a boat. The cabin has a full kitchen and living room. There is a ring for a fire. Nice deck in the back.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property manager
KimMe Scripter
Languages
English
Property amenities
Parking and transport
On-site parking
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Kitchen island
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Bath or shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Outdoor areas
Patio
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 total pets
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Location highlights
On the river
In the city centre
Things to do
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Hunting nearby
Fishing nearby
Kayaking nearby
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Beautiful cabin on the Manistee River Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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.
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 32 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 32 reviews" "
6 - Okay
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
22 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Jennifer C.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Barb W.
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What we needed
Clean, comfortable & convenient
Barb W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carole D.
15 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
S&TW
Stayed for the weekend while attending a nearby wedding.
Homey cabin worked perfectly for our needs. Super accommodating host. Would stay again!
Carole D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Brian V.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Brian V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emmanuel S.
13 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Would recommend
Enjoyed our stay, easy in and out.
Emmanuel S.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Melissa Z.
1 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Our vacation
We love staying here this is our second time. It is like home away from home.
Melissa Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
debi c.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but BEWARE...
Very disappointed that owner charged me an extra $60 to replace approx 12" piece of floor molding that cracked simply by moving the kitchen chair to get up from table - it certainly was not an intentional or careless action that resulted in the damage (I wasn't even sure that it had not been cracked prior to our stay). Owner also accused us of climbing over a wire fence - we are 54 and 57 years old and would never consider such an action especially when the other side of the fence was steep drop off down to the river.
debi c.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Lucinda K.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend family outing
Rustic cabin - very clean!! I just wish the stairs to the lake were operational- although we did know before we couldn’t use them - it would have been nice see more of the lake. Nice stay cute little cabin!
Lucinda K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sean H.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
It was 2 nights. Good for dog owners. Clean close to wilderness canoes.
Sean H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Jean S.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
River stay
This property is clean, comfortable and fully equipped. The only downside to our experience was that the chairs outside on the back patio were broken or uncomfortable to sit on. The cloth covering the picnic table was worn and came off on your arms or clothing. Also, there is road noise from RT. 37. which if you were looking for a quiet river experience in the woods that isn't the case. Also, as the owner states, there is no access to the river from the cabin and when the leaves are out it is hard to even see the river. Overall, it is a good value for the price.
Jean S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Sandra A.
29 July 2024
Decent location for travel to Traverse City
The access to the river was wired shut and very overgrown, so there was no kayaking. The air conditioning was a small square tower type fan, not a real A/C unit so the house was a bit too hot for sleeping.
Sandra A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jake D.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to stay before launching out at Wilderness Canoe Trips!
Cozy spot! Perfect little get away!
Jake D.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammy A.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great property, beautiful scenery, clean house. Check in was easy. Great experience.
Tammy A.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
First family vacation
We stayed for four days in July. It is a lovely little cabin. The cabin is easy to find. Our toddler loves the bunk beds, and the table overlooking the river. The hostess is excellent.
Brian M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane D.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing stay
Check in was easy, the cabin was very clean, the kitchen was thoughtfully stocked with all the necessities for preparing/cooking meals. We’ll probably book this one again 😊
Diane D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Vanessa P.
5 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay on the way home
The check in process was convenient and the cabin suited our needs for one night. The cabin was well stocked with anything we might need and there was plenty of room in the front to walk our dogs.
Vanessa P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Millicent
Travelled with group
23 May 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice and spacious, well stocked.easy to find geographically.
Coffee maker leaked and needs replaced. I washed windows, they were that bad!
Millicent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tom F.
18 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Just off the beaten track with a super view and amenities
Easy to find and check in. Had everything we needed to have a cozy Spring weekend. Just the right amount of space. No traffic on the short road and easy access to the river, Hodenpyl Dam, and lots of National Forest trails. Short jump to Mesick for groceries and gas was very convenient. Felt very safe and the price fit our family budget nicely. Thank you, KimMe!
Tom F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sheila T.
12 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay, good times
We were there just for the night after a cold, windy and wet color tour. The property was clean and stocked with unexpected items. I had forgotten butter for breakfast, but there was a suitable alternative in the cupboard. We ended up playing one of the many games and putting a puzzle together.
Sheila T.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
ashley j.
26 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot
Comfy, great location for outdoor recreation, kayaking, hiking, ORV trails.
ashley j.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joshua B.
7 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay!
Quaint little place to stay near Traverse city. The house was clean and well stocked with extra blankets, pillows and movies for a quiet evening. It is right on the river but it’s about a 25ft drop down to the water.
Joshua B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dawn K., Ypsilanti, Michigan
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin getaway
We needed a place close to interlochen for the night, and this fit the bill. Perfect, quiet, secluded little house with a backyard view of the Manistee River.
My daughter left her new stuffed toy behind and it was returned to us at home quickly and with a sweet note on the envelope. Thank you for your kindness and use of your property.
Note: Google maps was off about the location, so I panicked for a minute. But don’t fear. Pay attention to the addresses on the mailboxes and you’ll be fine!!
Dawn K.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Dylan D.
20 Aug 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin
Great location if you want to be away From inner city noise. Awesome back porch and hang out spot. inside the cabin was decent the kitchen was fully equipped to cook the bedrooms were decent noticed a lot of insects in the house I’m guessing due to it being in the woods also has well water so other then that for the price you can’t beat it. I plan on staying again in October.
Dylan D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erica R.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cabin
We rented the house to stay in during the Buckley Old Engine Show which was only 5 min away. The house itself was cute, with the back porch and living room overlooking the Manistee River. The house has all the essentials and so peaceful! The bedrooms and bathroom are a little outdated but everything was so accessible and clean. Checking in and out was a breeze! So glad we stayed here!
Erica R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Todd O.
31 July 2023
Over night Stay
Overall the property was adequate for our needs. We just stayed overnight . The property was clean and comfortable. A couple of recommendations would be to have one or two additional fans since there is no AC on site. The lighting in the property was somewhat dim and could be improved as we had to fumble around to find lights for rooms. Finally, while there is a fire pit, it was not very inviting. A potential upgrade.