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The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB!

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Newly added hot tub
Back yard view from hot tub
Fire pit for great evenings of fun around a campfire.
The Channel Cabin
A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bitely, MI
  • Place, Sisson Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pickerel Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Star Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB!

The Channel Cabin is a perfect place to take a paddle down the channel, take the ORV's for a ride, or relax by the quiet fire pit. Enjoy the sound of the native loons in the evening and cruise the endless two tracks by day. The channel connects to not one, but two lakes to explore. Included in your stay is FREE USE OF 2 KAYAKS. You'll never run out of adventures at this newly remodeled picturesque Michigan cabin. Also work remotely with our high speed wifi!

The Channel Cabin DBA 1153 Channel LLC
The space
The Channel Cabin is a perfect place to take a paddle down the channel, take the ORV's for a ride, or relax by the quiet fire pit. Enjoy the sound of the native loons in the evening and cruise the endless two tracks by day. It's a short walk to the channel that connects to not one, but two lakes to explore. You'll never run out of adventures at this newly remodeled picturesque Michigan cabin. The bathroom is small but functional with hot water, shower, toilet, and a small vanity. The cabin is on a side road with other cabins nearby. everyone is kind and keeps to themselves. If you have more questions feel free to ask cheers!
Guest access
Guests are welcome to use every square inch of the 1.5 acres. There are 4 kayaks for the guests pleasure as well! no extra charge!
Other things to note:
The path to the channel is spongy due to high lake levels. bring sandals or boots :)
We have one neighbor about 100 yards away through some thin pines. The bathroom is small, but we have hot water, a vanity, shower, and of course a toilet.
The bedrooms as seen in pictures are separated by curtains. the bath has a standard door for privacy.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

Dogs allowed with a $75 pet fee (max of 2 pets).

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests are required to sign Rental Agreement.

Quiet hours are 11:00pm to 8:00am

There is a refundable security deposit.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2719234vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bitely

Located in Bitely, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Idlewild Historic and Cultural Center is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pere Marquette Floodplain Plant Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Bitely, MI

What's nearby

  • Sisson Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Big Star Lake - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Crystal Lake - 33 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Ferris State University - 35 min drive - 50.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bitely Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Woodys - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Big Mike's Pulled Pork - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪chocolate covered stuff - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪All Seasons Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB!?

As of 19 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB! on 26 Apr, 2026 start from S$165, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Channel Cabin with HOT TUB! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Sisson Lake. Schultz Lake is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing. Process was very smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Exactly what we needed for a weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cabin for a weekend away in the woods and fishing. Easy access to M-37 and Baldwin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your great review. You are welcome back to any of our Simple Lyfe Stays properties anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan D.

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

Lovely, cozy and comfortable!

We loved our little getaway in the woods! Beautiful property and amenities, we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

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

Relaxing getaway

Relaxing quick 2 night stay. The hot tub is a very nice amenity. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosie S.

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

Cozy Getaway!

Perfect for a winter retreat! We stayed cozy by the fire place and hot tub! Great communication from host as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

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

Peaceful stay

Quaint and peaceful. Very clean. Truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2023
Thank you so much for the great review! You are welcome back to any of our @Simple Lyfe Stays Properties anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna V.

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

Winter getaway

Cozy cabin with spacious property! The cabin was just right for my partner and I, with gorgeous trails for our mountain dog to explore! The hot tub was perfect for the chilly weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawid S.

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

Thanksgiving family getaway

We enjoyed our Thankagiving holiday at the cabin. It was a great scenery with snow and wild life in the back of the cabin. Great, quiet place and nice hot tub. Thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

samantha w.

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

Girls Weekend

We really enjoyed our stay! We went out kayak fishing every day, loved using the hot tub, and just relaxed. It was really quiet and peaceful there. We did all our cooking there and the kitchen was pretty well stocked. The space was perfect for my friend and I. We would recommend this little cabin , and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Peaceful

This was a clean, peaceful place to stay. This was our “home away from home” for 3 nights. The perfect retreat after a day of hiking and riding the ORV through the trails. The landscape is pretty and full of nature with the sunset peeking through the trees as you soak in the hot tub! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Incredibly Peaceful Setting

We had a wonderful week at the Channel Cabin. We went out almost every day on the kayaks and enjoyed all that nature had to offer on the lakes. After a day of paddling the hot tub was such a lovely treat! On our rainy day we pulled the couch trundle into a bed and snuggled in for a relaxing movie day. We received kind and attentive communication from the host when we reached out with a question.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine r.

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

Perfect Getaway

We spent 3 nights in this cozy cabin. If you need to get away for a while, this is the place for you. Perfect couple's getaway. AND, we could bring our dog.When we checked in, the host immediately asked if we needed anything and to contact him if we did.When we had one issue ( our fault, couldn't figure how to heat up the hot tub), Mike promptly texted us to solve it. It is very clean, comfy bed, all the basics provided. We definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee P.

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

Awesome Getaway!

My husband and I stayed at this little cabin for a long weekend with our dog. We had a great time! The house is cozy and comfortable and we found it to be as described by the host. The hot tub is very nice and we also used the fire pit and grill. We absolutely loved the use of the kayaks, the channel and two lakes! We watched the sunset over the lake from the kayaks which was beautiful. Bring bug spray and expect to get a touch muddy but it is totally worth it! There is a nearby grocery store and hiking trails. We had an awesome trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Not really as advertised

Definitely NOT waterfront. The area around this property is unkept, the other 'houses' are run down, and there is junk in many of the yards. This was advertised as waterfront, but there is zero water view unless you walk down a long path, part of which is walking on RR ties, to get to a channel. There are no doors on the bedrooms, only curtains that don't come close to the floor, so you don't get any privacy. The host was very responsive and the hot tub was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2025
As clearly stated in our listing "Property has frontage on a channel that leads to two small lakes. The water is not viewable from the cabin but it is a short walk down a trail to the channel." We have also stated in the listing that the bedrooms are separated by curtains. I would suggest that you read over a listing better before you book another stay at a rental property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Barb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike Holcomb

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We are full time hosts and vacation rental property managers with a passion for creating a memorable experience. We believe short-term and vacation rentals are the best way to travel and have personally been using them for years. We are always looking for a unique place to stay when we travel and our goal is to offer that kind of experience in all of our properties.

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