Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails!

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A sign with a black bear silhouette and the text "BLACK BEAR INN".
A green door with a wreath, a bench, and a sign reading "The Buck Stop 3" on a wooden wall.
A grassy outdoor area with wooden stumps and a barbecue grill.
A wooden cabin room with two beds, a sign reading "Tree stand," and a window with a curtain.
A wooden interior with a sign for Black Bear Inn, a coffee maker, mugs, and a sign indicating 'eat, sleep, hunt'.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Huron-Manistee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Wellston, MI
  • Place, Huron-Manistee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

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Frequently asked questions

Is Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Timmerman Lake and Wellston Branch Library. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Cranberry Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was very clean with comfy beds! Only issue was remote for TV wasn't programmed..but no big deal since we were barely there anyhow. Great stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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It is small, but plenty room for 2 people. Shower could be larger though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive we needed more towels and we got more in a timely manner the room was clean small but cozy we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host answered back quickly. The place was very clean. The bathroom with was small. Wished it had a hot plate or something. But over all it was great. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean room, easy check in and good communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable room with very comfortable beds! Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice room close to tippy dam with excelent fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Great time at Bear Inn

We had a great time vacationing in the Welston/Manistee area and staying at the Bear in made it enjoyable. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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

Black Bear Inn

Excellent location in well kept accommodations. Would definitely choose again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great little place

Cute rural cabin feel. Very clean and furnished well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly, extremely clean and comfortable. Will recommend to everyone definitely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for Big M access

Very clean and cozy. Had everything we needed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location for what we needed! We loved having outdoor space to relax; cabin was small but efficient! Already made reservations for next year!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Small and simple, great location. Host communicated quickly and clearly, very friendly and clean place to stay. Nothing to complain about!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We really liked the property. It was perfect for me and my sons weekend away. Excellent place, clean, had everything we needed. Great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Couldn't have asked for a nicer place. It was clean, had everything we needed and communication was great. It was perfect for 2 people. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean!!! Communication was great!!!! Overall we really enjoyed our stay!!! Definitely will be booking again next year!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our room was great. Clean and cozy. Unfortunately the Wi-Fi was unreliable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and convenient

This was a perfect spot for a nights stay. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin feel

Well decorated with out door style. Vary clean no odor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

The Buck Stop

Nice, quiet setting. Lots of ementities included. We enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

This is our second stay here! So clean and convenient!!! Thank you! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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