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Bear Cabin UpNorth MI at its best! Waterfront Hottub Firepit

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A multi-story log cabin with a balcony, a porch, and a well-lit entrance.
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to another level.
A wooden staircase leading to a grassy area with a pond and trees.
A patio area with Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a view of a wooden cabin with a stone chimney.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located at the waterfront, this cabin features 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It accommodates 16 guests. Enjoy 1 hot tub for relaxation. Explore nearby attractions such as Crooked Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alanson, MI
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

3 Single Bunk Beds

Primary Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bear Cabin UpNorth MI at its best! Waterfront Hottub Firepit

PLEASE NOTE:  We are currently on our own adventure and all inquiries will be responded to after 9/12/2026.

Nestled on the banks of the Crooked River, this charming retreat offers a central location to enjoy all four seasons of Pure Michigan fun! From thoughtfully appointed bathrooms, bedrooms that can sleep up to 16 guests, a kids hang out named Camp Run Amuck, newly updated for Summer 2025, to a stocked kitchen, Bear Cabin offers something for everyone in the group. Modern amenities include high speed internet, EV Charger, 2 sets of washer/dryers, wood burning fireplace and  year round outdoor hot tub. Guests can enjoy the use of 4 kayaks and 2 stand-up paddle boards or bring your boat and park it at the private dock.  Three hundred seventy five feet of waterfront provides plenty of room to spread out and challenge each other to yard games in the park like setting. Evenings can be spent sharing stories of your day’s adventures around the fire pit or gazing at a star filled sky from the outdoor hot tub. It's easy to see why you'll be able to unwind at our place and enjoy all that Northern Michigan has to offer.  Gather your group of friends or family and hurry to this central Northern Michigan location and be our guest at Bear Cabin in Alanson.

Parking Note:  we can fit 5-6 cars in our driveway depending on their size.

SUMMER/SPRING FUN

Mackinac Island Ferry - 36 Miles

Multiple nearby golf courses

Hiking and Biking Trails

Private dock - BYOB (bring your own boat)

Part of the Inland Waterway

Direct Access to Burt and Crooked Lakes

WINTER FUN

Skiing - The Highlands at Harbor Springs  15 miles away  Nubs Nob 14 mile away Boyne mountain 32 miles

Snowmobile Trails  -  easily pick up LP76/7 

Pond Hill Farm - free tubing 20 miles

FALL FUN

Tunnel of Trees - 16 Miles

ATV Trails

Many area wineries and breweries

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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
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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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4250307vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Alanson

Located in Alanson, this cabin is on the waterfront. Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cheboiganing Preserve and Big Bear Adventures.
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Alanson, MI

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • beach near Windjammer Marina - 4 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brutus Camp Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burt Lake Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Oven Yarn Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Cabin UpNorth MI at its best! Waterfront Hottub Firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bear Cabin UpNorth MI at its best! Waterfront Hottub Firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Cabin UpNorth MI at its best! Waterfront Hottub Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Cabin UpNorth MI at its best! Waterfront Hottub Firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Cabin UpNorth MI at its best! Waterfront Hottub Firepit located?

This family-friendly Alanson cabin is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Crooked Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. Pickerel Lake is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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