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Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan

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A residential swimming pool with a stone accent wall, a hot tub, and a covered patio area.
A house with a stone foundation, a porch with a bench, and an American flag.
Exterior
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone island, bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and hanging pendant lights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Mancelona, MI
  • Place, Manistee Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Twin Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandview Golf Club
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Common area 2

1 Double Futon

Common area 3

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Mancelona

Located in Mancelona, this holiday home is in a rural area. Grandview Golf Club and Timber Wolf Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grass River Natural Area and Manistee Lake. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Map
Mancelona, MI

What's nearby

  • Manistee Lake - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Twin Lake - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Little Twin Lake - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Grandview Golf Club - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Timber Wolf Golf Club - 14 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hens Den - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Casa Nueva - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Save-A-Lot - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Skillet - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Hideaway Bar - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Manistee Lake, Pickerel Lake and Grandview Golf Club. Twin Lake and Little Twin Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, immaculately clean! Had everything we needed! We had the perfect vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

We had a great time. Many trails for riding. The pool and hot tub were amazing. We had all age ranges from 5 years old to teenagers and we all had a fantastic time. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
This place is amazing for multiple families to stay! Especially families with little children. I
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun getaway

We had so much fun here. The house was so clean and accommodated all needs. I have never used vrbo so when I had questions the host was so helpful. We had a lot of very young kids between the ages of 7months to 6 years and they all had a blast! The pool was a popular favorite for all of us. Overall, it was a beautiful home that allowed us to make some really great memories spending time with extended family. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gem

Our family of 13 absolutely loved this home. Katrina was so helpful and accommodating. The house itself is even better in person, plenty of space to spread out, and configured so everyone could find privacy. The kitchen is well stocked with everything a foodie group could want and then some. Linens and beds were very comfortable, and even the allergy sensitive ones in our group were comfortable. (The laundry products are lightly scented) 0There are tons of extra toys and things for the littles and even the older kids had games and things to keep them busy. All in all a real gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Family Stay!

Stayed with our adult kids and their families - 16 of us in all! The house was big, clean and well stocked with everything we needed! Plenty of space to spread out. We really enjoyed the outdoors - from the backyard cooking and entertainment area to the the entire isolated community which is quiet and full of wildlife. The only non-positive comment is that the dumpster is a 1/2 mile trek down the road. Be prepared to place the bags in your trunk if you do not have a truck. Not a big deal - just be prepared. This place is in the woods - and it's worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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