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Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest

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Hot tub with a view! This is a guest favorite, especially when they have been able to see wildlife passing through.
This oversized fire pit is another guest favorite. Firewood is provided and s'mores are a must!
The Pine River Ranch is a 17.5 acre property located just north of the Pine River. The Manistee National Forest borders the property on the Eastern, Southern, and Northern edges of the property.
The living area is complete with a sleeper sofa, fireplace, and wifi connected television with access to Youtube TV, Netflix, and more!
This open floor concept awaits you as you walk in the front door. A great place to entertain or just relax.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91680 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Wellston, MI
  • Place, Cooley Bridge Roadside Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bunk Bed Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Master Bathroom Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Second Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest

Enjoy outdoor fun in any season at this new 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Wellston that previously received 14 5-star ratings and has moved to owner management. Nestled in the heart of the Manistee National Forest close to skiing spots like Caberfae Peaks/Crystal Mountain, this home offers a tranquil retreat for families & outdoor enthusiasts. Kayak nearby rivers, explore neighboring trails, or simply unwind and take in the stunning surrounding scenery from the home's private hot tub or fire pit!
The space
Home Gym | Secluded Surroundings | Near ATV Trails | 13 Mi to Caberfae Peaks | 29 Mi to Crystal Mountain

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds, Full Bed | Living Room; Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Plays

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private hot tub, deck w/dining area, space heater, private yard, fire pit, yard games
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/YouTube TV, Netflix and more, electric fireplace, office/dedicated workspace, board games/books, dining table
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, drop coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, dishware + flatware, cooking basics, trash bags + paper towels, high chair, booster seat, complimentary coffee, tea + snacks
GENERAL: Free WiFi (laptop friendly), washer + dryer, ironing board/iron, clothes steamer, laundry detergent, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, central A/C + heating, ceiling fans, keyless entry, hangers, hair dryer
FAQ: 7 exterior security cameras (facing out to monitor times of non-occupancy), wildlife on-site
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story home, steps to enter
PARKING: Large pull-around driveway + dedicated parking for 4 vehicles, RV/trailer parking allowed on-site. Hook-ups are additional fee

SNOW MUCH FUN: Caberfae Peaks (13 miles), Crystal Mountain (29 miles), snowmobile trails (walking distance)
ON THE WATER: Low Bridge Park and Pine River access (1 mile), Tippy Dam (5 miles), Manistee River (16 miles), Hodenpyl Dam (17 miles)
SCENIC SPOTS: Sand Lake Recreation Area (8 miles), Manistee River Trail (17 miles), North Country Trail - Marilla Trailhead (20 miles), Shrine of the Pines (31 miles), Sleeping Bear Dunes (45 miles), Ludington State Park (48 miles)
SWING AWAY: Caberfae Peaks Golf Course (13 miles), Lakewood on the Green (22 miles), Manistee National Golf and Resort (23 miles), Mountain Ridge Golf Course (29 miles), Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club (32 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Manistee (24 miles), Cadillac (26 miles), Ludington (47 miles), Traverse City (49 miles)
AIRPORTS: Cherry Capital Airport (49 miles), Muskegon County Airport (108 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (123 miles)
Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No parties or large gatherings allowed without pri
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn hot tub down to 95 degrees and make sure it is latched.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No pets, no smoking, no parties

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties or large gatherings allowed without pri
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

Wellston

Located in Wellston, this holiday home is in a rural area. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Cooley Bridge Roadside Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Wellston, MI

What's nearby

  • Cooley Bridge Roadside Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 17 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Little River Casino - 28 min drive - 51.1 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 35 min drive - 69.0 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 49 min drive - 82.6 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak Grove Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jackie's Place - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Irons Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Yacht Club - ‬1 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest?

As of 8 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest on 29 May, 2026 start from S$352, 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 Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest located?

This family-friendly Wellston holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Cooley Bridge Roadside Park. Chittenden Lake and Dorner Lake are also within 3 miles (5 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. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mitch R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved all the amenities and very much appreciated all the dishes and kitchen ware for cooking. Definitely set this apart from a run of the mill listing. Very responsive host. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home, great layout, amazing location and so many thoughtful touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much! You were a pleasure to host and we appreciate how well you took care of our place. Come back soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very attentive and responsive! We had great snowy weather and enjoyed the property! Beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Clean, well appointed, great communication and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Pine River Ranch. The house and amenities were excellent. The host was very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much for the great review. We loved hosting you. Come back soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication from the host. The house was spotless and stocked with all the basic amenities needed. Easy drive to Caberfae Peaks. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

Amazing place great location to the trails for snowmobiling huge hot tub

We where in town for work brought our snowmobiles to ride whule not working what a great time place trails were awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2025
Thanks for the great review Sean! We hope you will keep us in mind next time you’re in the area. What a great winter it was this year!!! Brandon and Denae
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pine River Ranch provided us with the space, amenities and seclusion our family needed for Thanksgiving. It was absolutely perfect...from first communication to locking the door when we left. Brandon and Denae have done such a great job of decorating and stocking this home. The details were a 5-star luxury accommodation...even the towels were folded like we were at a spa. We can't thank them enough and we will be back!
We had 8" of snow fall while we were there...winter wonderland. Brandon was so helpful getting a plow there so we could drive home.
Plenty of space to cook and serve a Thanksgiving meal! I brought table decor to make it special for my family, but most other serving wear and utensils were there...stocked kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec, 2025
It was our pleasure to host you for your Thanksgiving getaway. Thank you so much for being great guests! We can’t wait to have you come back. Brandon and Denae
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Perfect place to stay!!

This was by far the best vacation rental we have ever experienced!! The house is so well equipped you can pretty much just show up and start vacationing! Beautifully furnished and so many extras thought of. Location is great for getting to the beach (highly recommend 1st St Beach in Manistee) and for enjoying some time in the woods. Owners were fantastic!! Hope to return someday!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for the amazing review. This is what we love to see. We hope to host you all again sometime. Brandon and Denae
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Amazing property to fish the salmon run

House was perfect with everything you needed! Oval driveway was great to pull the boat around
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov, 2024
Thank you for the great review: Hope to have you back next year!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place to stay. Lots of thoughtful touches you don’t get everywhere you go. All the drawers and cupboards are labeled to find things easily, an abundance of towels for both shower and hot tub use, a welcome basket with snacks, water, and fire starters. So many other amenities; tons of different appliances and cooking implements, including a fully stocked Keurig and standard coffee pot. All the cooking essentials stocked: oil, salt, pepper, tin foil, etc. This was the most thoughtfully appointed place I’ve stayed at. Also, it was really cold and snowy during our trip and the hosts made sure to check in on us and offered to plow the snow.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb S.

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

Ski trip

The house was the PERFECT place to relax, even during a tough Michigan winter! The house had all the small amenities you'd expect of a hotel, but with space for everyone, ability to cook for ourselves, and the hot tub was a great plus! Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan, 2025
Thanks for the amazing review! We really appreciate that you and your guests took such great care of the property. So glad you all had a good time. Really hope to have you come back and stay with us again sometime.
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10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Perfect Getaway

The Pine River Ranch is a great place to take the whole family. The property is well equipped with everything you need and then some. lots of outdoor amenities, hot tub, fire pit, and every yard game you can imagine. Brandon and Denae were so easy to work with, and the house was spotless. Will definitely come back for a future visit with others.Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan, 2025
Thanks so much for the great review Brian. So glad you and your crew had a good time. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Satisfied

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2024
Thanks for the review John. Glad you and your crew enjoyed your time and we look forward to welcoming you back next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Black

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Located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest, Pine River
Ranch is owned by Brandon and Denae Black.
We fell in love with the area after several years of canoe trips with our
friends. The more time we spent up here the more we wanted to spend
time up here and bring our kids with us. When this property became
available, we couldn’t resist the opportunity. At first it was a place for
us to go camping and a hub from which we could explore all the area
has to offer. With as much time as we were spending up here, we
wanted some more creature comforts a home affords, so we built the
Pine River Ranch. Now we are able to share this space with you!
We simply want to share our love for this great area and show
everyone all that it has to offer!

Why they chose this property

17 acres of space in close proximity to so much fun in any season. The house is brand new with all the comforts of home and more. You won't be disappointed.

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