Location: Cadillac, Lake Mitchell & Lake Cadillac, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Near Caberfae Ski & Golf, Snowmobile Trails & The Pine River)
Accommodations: Lodge & 3 suites - each with:, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-27)
UNIQUE LODGING FACILITY!! LARGE GROUPS WELCOME! FORGET THE COMMERCIAL FEELING!
CAN ACCOMMODATE MULTIPLE SMALL GROUPS OR PRIVTE LARGE GROUPS!!
Enjoy Open Acres Lodge for all seasons. We are located just 3 minutes from Caberfae Peaks Ski and Golf Resort (off M-55), surrounded by the Manistee National Forest and bordering the Pine River.
CANOE THE FASTED MOVING RIVER IN MICHIGAN - THE PINE RIVER!!!!
We have a great contact for renting canoes or rafts!
Boat/swim on lakes Mitchell/Cadillac.
Fish the hundreds of surrounding lakes, rivers, and streams. The Big Manistee, Little Manistee and Pine Rivers are only minutes away, meaning, so is the Tippy Dam, providing world class salmon, steelhead and trout opportunities. On a larger scale, Lake Michigan (Manistee) is a short drive away. Every year, well-bundled anglers spread out on over 5000 acres of ice on nearby top-rated fishing lakes.
Quad or ride your dirt bikes on one of Michigans best trail systems "THE LITTLE O".
Hunt the six-hundred-thousand acres of prime land in the area. Trophy deer, turkey, grouse, snowshoe hares, cottontail rabbits, woodcock, and squirrels are all hunted with great success.
IN THE WINTER enjoy hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobiling trails! We are located at the hub of a sprawling statewide trail system, making cross-state connections easy. Nearby Cadillac is also the host site of the North American Snowmobile Festival.
Test your skills on the slopes of some of the Midwest's leading ski resorts, including Caberfae and Crystal Mountain. Or, if you prefer cross-country skiing, blaze your way through the area's forests or enjoy miles of well groomed trails.
Ice fish on over 5000 acres of ice on nearby top-rated fishing lakes.
Other appealing activities in the area include the Little River Casino, horseback riding, mushroom gathering, hiking, mountain biking, birding, and, of course, the famous Manistee Forest color tours.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- VCR
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Other Amenities
- Completed in January, 2004, Open Acres Lodge has a knotty pine interior, log stairways and a country porch with picnic tables, Each unit accommodates up to 8/10 people - entire lodge can accommodate up to 27 people, Completely furnished! Air Conditioning! Each unit/suite has a kitchenette with cooking/eating utensils, Queen bedroom, sitting area, loft with lots of beds, full bathroom, linens, The main lodge has a fireplace, full bathroom and a large gathering area, Smoke Free!, Gas grill available!, Bonfire pit!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- On Site, Volleyball, Pure Relaxation by the Bonfire or on the Country Porch, Nearby, Canoeing, Gambling
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Suites - Nightly.. $125/night (up to 4 people), plus $20 for each add'l person.
Suites - Weekly.. $600/week (up to 6 people), plus $50/week for each add'l person
Gathering Lodge available with rental of 1 or more suite(s)
Gathering Lodge - Nightly.. $100/night additional $500/wk additional
Weekly rates include 6 nights $ 7 days. Longer stays priced individually
Discounts available for Preferred referrals/Non-profit Organizations
Checkout is 11:00 a.m. the day of departure unless otherwise arranged.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Gathering Lodge available - Lake Mitchell/Cadillac, MI - Michigan Lodge surrounded by the Manistee National Forest
- Lodge and things to do in area... - Lake Mitchell/Cadillac, MI - Michigan Lodge surrounded by the Manistee National Forest
- 3 Private Suites - bedroom, full bath, kitchenette, sitting area and large loft - Lake Mitchell/Cadillac, MI - Michigan Lodge surrounded by the Manistee National Forest
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