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3 Bed Cozy Cabin Near Trails, Tippy Dam, Manistee River, Casino.
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 7900 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
Living Area
1 Double Futon
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
3 Bed Cozy Cabin Near Trails, Tippy Dam, Manistee River, Casino.
Small but Cozy three bedroom one bathroom cabin sleeps 7. Cabin features knotty pine and rustic décor. Perfect place for your next hunting, fishing, or snowmobile/Ski getaway! Linens are provided and plenty of towels are available.
Bedroom one and two both have comfortable queen log beds, the third bedroom features a twin log bed. Sleep an additional two on the queen sleeper sofa in the living room. Electric fireplace in living room for a cozy up north experience. We have added a Window A/C Unit and each bedroom has a pedestal fan. One Bedroom also has a Television.
High Speed Internet (Wi-Fi) with Cable Package
Fire-pit located on rear side of property with table seating. Propane Grill on porch near front door. Wonderful market in walking distance to pick up everything you need for a great BBQ! Window Air Conditioner is newly installed as well as a privacy fence in the back yard for increased privacy at fire pit/BBQ area.
NOTICE!!: Home is located off of M-55 (Caberfae Hwy). While it is set back from the road, it does front on a highway. Wellston IS a small town with a decent amount of normal traffic but summers and holiday weekends do get busy. There is also a "road" behind the property that is a seasonal trail that is not county maintained. Infrequently traveled except for holiday weekends. No Refunds will be given due to it's location on the highway as it is clearly disclosed in this listing.
Home is centrally located in Wellston, Mi. Right down the road from the Tippy Dam / Tippy Backwaters, Big Manistee River, and the Pine River. Large adjacent parking lot for snowmobile staging! Ride snowmobiles directly to trail from the cabin!!
Close to Manistee, Cadillac, and Traverse City for shopping. Crystal Mountain Ski Resort/ Caberfae Peaks. Crystal Mountain Resort also has a very nice spa! Visit Sand Lake for nice clean swimming, stop by the Dublin General Store for some of their famous Jerky, kayak or float the river, or have a nice BBQ! Check us out!!
FAQ's
Can we bring our pet?
Unfortunately we have many guests with pet allergies and pet hair/dander is a constant issue. We are not accepting pets at this time.
What do we need to bring?
We supply toilet paper, hand soap, paper towel, dish soap, sponges, linens/blankets/pillows for beds (beds are made for guests) as well as towels, washcloths, kitchen towels, mini shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, etc.. We suggest bringing anything you feel you may need in addition and reviewing our amenities and supply list in it's entirety prior to traveling to your rental.
What activities are available in your area?
The activities in our area are nearly entirely outdoor recreation activities. Blessed to be located in the Manistee National Forest we are lucky to be very close to some amazing hiking/fat biking trails such as the Big M and the North Country Trail. We are surrounded by lakes and rivers as well. Kayak or canoe on the Big Manistee, the Little Manistee or the Pine River. Watch the salmon run in the fall in small creeks or fish one of our many small lakes. We are also located only about a half hour from Lake Michigan and it's beautiful beaches. Shopping is available in Manistee, Ludington, and Traverse City. Our area also has many ATV and Snowmobile trails and trail maps are available online and in the welcome book at our cabins. This cabin is located approx. 20-35 minutes from Crystal Mountain and Caberfae Peaks for skiing and snowboarding. We are located 25 minutes from the Little River Casino and our area hosts the Hoxeyville Music Festival Annually as well!
How far are you from...?
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes: A little over an hour
Manistee: 25 Minutes
Ludington: 50 Minutes
Traverse City: 1 Hr- 1 1/4 Hour
What is your cancellation policy: You will receive a full refund if your stay is cancelled at least 30 days prior to arrival. We will make every attempt to rebook your dates and you will receive a refund if we are able do so.
Bedroom one and two both have comfortable queen log beds, the third bedroom features a twin log bed. Sleep an additional two on the queen sleeper sofa in the living room. Electric fireplace in living room for a cozy up north experience. We have added a Window A/C Unit and each bedroom has a pedestal fan. One Bedroom also has a Television.
High Speed Internet (Wi-Fi) with Cable Package
Fire-pit located on rear side of property with table seating. Propane Grill on porch near front door. Wonderful market in walking distance to pick up everything you need for a great BBQ! Window Air Conditioner is newly installed as well as a privacy fence in the back yard for increased privacy at fire pit/BBQ area.
NOTICE!!: Home is located off of M-55 (Caberfae Hwy). While it is set back from the road, it does front on a highway. Wellston IS a small town with a decent amount of normal traffic but summers and holiday weekends do get busy. There is also a "road" behind the property that is a seasonal trail that is not county maintained. Infrequently traveled except for holiday weekends. No Refunds will be given due to it's location on the highway as it is clearly disclosed in this listing.
Home is centrally located in Wellston, Mi. Right down the road from the Tippy Dam / Tippy Backwaters, Big Manistee River, and the Pine River. Large adjacent parking lot for snowmobile staging! Ride snowmobiles directly to trail from the cabin!!
Close to Manistee, Cadillac, and Traverse City for shopping. Crystal Mountain Ski Resort/ Caberfae Peaks. Crystal Mountain Resort also has a very nice spa! Visit Sand Lake for nice clean swimming, stop by the Dublin General Store for some of their famous Jerky, kayak or float the river, or have a nice BBQ! Check us out!!
FAQ's
Can we bring our pet?
Unfortunately we have many guests with pet allergies and pet hair/dander is a constant issue. We are not accepting pets at this time.
What do we need to bring?
We supply toilet paper, hand soap, paper towel, dish soap, sponges, linens/blankets/pillows for beds (beds are made for guests) as well as towels, washcloths, kitchen towels, mini shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, etc.. We suggest bringing anything you feel you may need in addition and reviewing our amenities and supply list in it's entirety prior to traveling to your rental.
What activities are available in your area?
The activities in our area are nearly entirely outdoor recreation activities. Blessed to be located in the Manistee National Forest we are lucky to be very close to some amazing hiking/fat biking trails such as the Big M and the North Country Trail. We are surrounded by lakes and rivers as well. Kayak or canoe on the Big Manistee, the Little Manistee or the Pine River. Watch the salmon run in the fall in small creeks or fish one of our many small lakes. We are also located only about a half hour from Lake Michigan and it's beautiful beaches. Shopping is available in Manistee, Ludington, and Traverse City. Our area also has many ATV and Snowmobile trails and trail maps are available online and in the welcome book at our cabins. This cabin is located approx. 20-35 minutes from Crystal Mountain and Caberfae Peaks for skiing and snowboarding. We are located 25 minutes from the Little River Casino and our area hosts the Hoxeyville Music Festival Annually as well!
How far are you from...?
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes: A little over an hour
Manistee: 25 Minutes
Ludington: 50 Minutes
Traverse City: 1 Hr- 1 1/4 Hour
What is your cancellation policy: You will receive a full refund if your stay is cancelled at least 30 days prior to arrival. We will make every attempt to rebook your dates and you will receive a refund if we are able do so.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and Play Available upon request
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Cleaning fee of 150 will be charged for violations
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Wellston
Located in Wellston, this cabin is in a rural area. 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 Crystal Lake Township Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wellston, MI
What's nearby
- Fawn Crest Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Wellston Branch Library - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Crystal Lake Township Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Cranberry Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Chittenden Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kozy Kitchen - 6 min walk
- Jackie's Place - 13 min drive
- Redneck Yacht Club - 2 min drive
- Mel's Country Cafe - 3 min walk
- The Stout Trout - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
11 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim D.
27 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sean K.
29 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter weekend getaway
Sean K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessi T.
5 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin in a beautiful area
Jessi T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Joshua H.
17 Feb, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Joshua H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
Cindy H., Grand Rapids
14 Jun, 2018
Very cute cabin in was in the perfect location for what we needed. Very well stocked with linens.
Cindy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Derrik B.
3 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing Trip
Derrik B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Keith w.
26 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cabin
Keith w.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diane M.
14 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diane M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kaity C.
30 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Kaity C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tamera K.
30 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Tamera K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Timothy
6 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Timothy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
JAMES E.
22 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SALMON FISHING
JAMES E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy K.
6 Feb, 2018
Very cute and clean!
Amy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Sherry V.
15 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat Visit
Sherry V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim I.
27 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up north disc golf weekend
Tim I.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sheila P.
4 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing peace. Just need firewood for outdoor evenings
Sheila P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chad N.
27 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Good
Chad N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
JAMES E.
18 Oct, 2017
recent stay
JAMES E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Joe Y.
15 May, 2017
great cabin for the price, close to the Manistee River, the Pine River, & lots of canoeing & hiking
Joe Y.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Amanda H., Shelby Twp
17 Aug, 2017
Perfect central location
Amanda H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany K.
26 Jan, 2017
Such a cute, cozy cabin! Great location, perfect for snowmobilers!
Tiffany K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017
6/10 Okay
Ron D.
23 Oct, 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disappointed and I won’t stay there again
Ron D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy G.
15 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeremy G.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Sherry V.
14 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FAMILY
Sherry V.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
About the host
Hosted by Alicia Cook
My husband and I have lived in the area for around 30 years and have spent those years investing and encouraging business development. I am the Executive Director of our local Non-Profit Tourism and Business Development Organization and fully enjoy seeing our area prosper. We have a few vacation rental homes that I manage and I am also a REALTOR and Property Manager for Big River Properties . We also operate a small motel- The Black Bear Inn, an apartment building, an automotive repair facility, and a handful of long term rentals. We have three children who help us (even when they don't want to) run these businesses and hopefully one day will share our passion for creating economic development in rural areas.
What makes this property unique
This cabin is centrally located. Close to The Big Manistee River, The Tippy Dam and Backwaters, Lake Michigan is a 20 minute drive. Small convenience store with tons of groceries, a deli and delicious meat case within walking distance! Newly rebuilt Dublin General Store only a few miles away!
Languages:
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