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Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly

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A modern house with a large glass front, two chairs on the porch, and a number '1' on the wall.
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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a black spiral staircase, and a large window providing natural light.
A spacious living area with a spiral staircase, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A modern kitchen with a large window, built-in appliances, and a dining area visible in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Wellston, MI
  • Place, Wellston Branch Library
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cranberry Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Township Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Loft bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly

✦ Modern Forest Chalet · Starlink-Connected · Sleeps 6 ✦

A serene, design-forward escape hidden in the pines of the Manistee National Forest in Wellston, MI. Walls of glass, soaring cathedral ceilings, and a private 16×16 deck make you exhale the moment you pull in — while rare Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi keeps you connected only if you want to be. Sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms + sofa sleeper · pet-friendly · moments from the Pine & Manistee Rivers, Big-M, and Caberfae Peaks.

THE RETREAT
Unwind in a bright, open living space wrapped in windows, with 8-foot glass doors that slide open to the deck and the forest beyond. Thoughtfully set up for 6:
• 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed + blackout curtains
• Queen pull-out sofa in the living room
• 1 full bathroom with modern fixtures
• Chef-ready kitchen — full-size range, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, cookware + coffee bar (Keurig + drip)
• Washer & dryer with detergent provided
• Smart TV, Starlink Wi-Fi, smart thermostat, central A/C + heat, keyless entry
Clean modern lines meet warm wood and rustic texture — upscale, but the kind of cozy you don’t want to leave.

WHY GUESTS LOVE IT
Rated in the top 10% of stays in the area with 10/10 cleanliness — a quiet, polished retreat that lives even better than it looks.

UNPLUG — OR WORK FROM THE WOODS
Rare Starlink high-speed internet means you can take the meeting, stream the movie, and post the sunset — then close the laptop and listen to the wind in the pines. An easy yes for remote workers and longer fall/winter stays.

WATER, TRAILS & SLOPES — minutes away
• Pine, Manistee & Little Manistee Rivers — kayaking, tubing & blue-ribbon trout fishing
• 10 min → Tippy Dam — world-class salmon & steelhead
• 5–7 min → North Country Trail & Big-M — hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing
• 25 min → Caberfae Peaks — downhill skiing & snowboarding
• 20 min → Lake Michigan beaches + downtown Manistee dining & marinas
• 2 min → ORV/ATV & snowmobile trail access
Plus small-town essentials close by: Dublin General Store, local taverns, and gas.

A RETREAT FOR EVERY SEASON
• Spring — birdsong, wildflowers, and early steelhead
• Summer — rivers, beaches, and long golden evenings
• Fall — headline-worthy color tours through the Manistee Forest
• Winter — snowshoe the quiet woods, then warm up by the fire

OUTDOOR LIVING
A spacious deck for slow coffee and grilling, a fire pit for s’mores under the stars, and level parking for vehicles, trailers, or boats.

AMENITIES SNAPSHOT
• Starlink high-speed internet (rare for this area)
• Smart thermostat + central A/C + heat
• Smart TV with streaming apps
• Full kitchen + coffee bar (Keurig + drip)
• Washer & dryer
• Fire pit & outdoor seating
• Keyless entry
• Trailer- & boat-friendly parking

PET POLICY & SECURITY
• Pet-friendly with prior approval (fee applies) — please follow pet rules and clean up after pets.
• Per Vrbo policy, exterior security cameras (driveway, front & back yard) for safety — none indoors, used only when guests are not present.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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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
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Pls take garbage to cans at end of driveway
Please return key to lockbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4288588vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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

About the area

Wellston

Wellston is home to this chalet. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Northern Natural LLC 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 Cranberry Lake.
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Wellston, MI

What's nearby

  • Wellston Branch Library - 4 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Cranberry Lake - 4 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Crystal Lake Township Park - 4 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Chittenden Lake - 5 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Cooley Bridge Roadside Park - 6 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Traks Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Delaney's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Stockade - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Billy Ray & Dani Lee's Redneck Yacht Club - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly?

As of 19 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly on 4 Nov, 2026 start from S$606, 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 Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Forest Chalet • Sleeps 6 • Starlink • Rivers & Caberfae • Pet-Friendly located?

Situated in Wellston, this chalet is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Star Lake. Wellston Branch Library and Fawn Crest Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tammy Miller

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We’re a Michigan family who loves the outdoors, photography, and quiet cabin life. We built this chalet as a comfortable retreat surrounded by forest but close to everything northern Michigan offers. We take pride in keeping the space spotless, simple, and exactly what we’d want if we were the guests.

Why they chose this property

We chose Wellston for its balance of peace and proximity — tucked inside the Manistee National Forest yet minutes from the Pine, Manistee, and Little Manistee Rivers. You can fish in the morning, hike after lunch, and still make it to Lake Michigan for sunset. The small-town friendliness and endless trails make it feel like home.

What makes this property unique

This isn’t an old cabin with creaky floors — it’s a brand-new, purpose-built chalet designed for comfort and adventure. Guests love the modern rustic feel, Starlink Wi-Fi (rare for the area), the massive glass doors that open to the deck, and the fire pit under a canopy of stars. It’s a true Up North experience with the comforts of home.

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