80 Acres Retreat | Firepit, Hiking, Trails, Games

Pack your bags and head to this vacation rental home in Le Roy! At the all-season farmhouse named 'Rose Lake Wilderness Retreat & XC Ski Center,' you'll enjoy 80 acres of hiking and cross-country skiing trails, apple trees, and dazzling fall colors. With 1.5 bathrooms and 5 bedrooms, there's plenty of room for your whole crew to enjoy quality time together. When it's time to venture out from the farm, take day trips to Cadillac, Traverse City, and Lake Michigan!

★THE SPACE★

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed | Bedroom 5: 3 Twin Beds with 2 Twin Trundle Beds

After an adventure filled day exploring the 80 acres of surrounding land, return to the inviting and relaxing 'Rose Lake Wilderness Retreat & XC Ski Center!' Head to the living room with your favorite book to unwind before dinner.

In the well-equipped kitchen, you'll find everything you need to prepare a delicious meal. Load up your plates and gather around the kitchen and dining tables to enjoy your feast!

Once dinner is finished and the dishes are washed, go down to the campfire overlooking the large pond. Roast marshmallows for dessert and appreciate the company of your friends, family members, or teammates.

During warmer months, linger on the front porch to watch the sunset as fireflies light the way down the country road. If you're feeling chilly, light the fireplace in the living room and snuggle up on the couch!

Retire to the bedrooms as you grow tired. With 5 bedrooms, there's room for everyone to spread out and get comfortable. You're sure to sleep soundly knowing that another adventure awaits!

Be sure to spend as much time as possible in the large yard with the friendly hummingbirds. Whether you choose to relax near the bird feeders, play volleyball, cornhole, or horseshoes, you're sure to make unforgettable memories under the Michigan sun.

⭐️ 5 STAR HOSTS ⭐️

Forest & Flow Retreats focuses on unique homes and experiences so our guests can build memories for years to come. Over 15% of our bookings come from repeat guests, something we are very proud of. As you may have guessed from our name, we target natural properties with water or forest features that create a calm, peaceful and tranquil environment far removed from the hustle of day to day life.

We are avid outdoor enthusiasts and believe in protecting public lands through conservation efforts and the associated funds raised through hunting, fishing, and orv licenses.

We believe our homes and public lands should be a safe space for people from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, gender or ethnicity.

Each year, we donate a portion of our earnings to public land trusts and / or conservation efforts so that our waters and land can be protected for years to come.

We have hosted tens of thousands of guests over the years across our properties, helping family and friends have a memorable experience!

★GUEST ACCESS★

Our guests have full access and use of the entire home and surrounding land. If you are unsure where the property lines end, please ask and we can assist! The privacy and safety of our guests and neighbors is very important to us.

Access is provided through a remote digital keypad, controlled through our Ring security system. Parking is convenient and close to the home, we only ask that guests do not park or drive on the lawn.

As a remotely located, rural home we manage travel times between our properties for turnovers between guests based on expected arrival times and the most efficient routes. Often, we can accommodate an earlier check in, just ask us in the days before your reservation and we will do our best to help!

🏠 Entire Home
🌲 Private (Not Shared) Outdoor Spaces
🅿️ Ample Parking
📞 24 / 7 / 365 Phone & SMS Support
🔓 Contactless & Keyless Entry
🛡️ Professionally Monitored Security by Ring Alarm Pro

★LOCATION DESCRIPTION ★

Located on an expansive 80 acre parcel, just outside of the city limits of Reed City, the farmhouse is surrounded by trees on all sides while being conveniently located a short drive away from the towns of Tustin, Leroy, Reed City and Cadillac, MI.

Perfect as a center for year round outdoor entertainment, in the winter you can grab your cross-country skis and head out the door! The farmhouse sits on land featuring cross-country trails fit for both classic and skating style skiing. Enjoy shorter loops perfect for novices and longer loops ideal for more experienced skiers. The trails are great for ski clubs looking for a place to practice! No matter the season, you'll be surrounded by breathtaking nature and lots of gorgeous wildlife.

Head up to Cadillac, MI less than 20 miles away. The city is home to numerous golf courses and Lake Cadillac where you can fish, boat, swim, kayak, canoe, go snowmobiling, and more. Just outside of Cadillac is Caberfae Peaks where you can enjoy alpine skiing.

Traverse City, 66 miles away, plays host to the National Cherry Festival each summer. Attend parades, buy cherries, and run in the 5k. While in the city, hike or bike along the Grand Traverse Trail or spend a day on the Traverse Bay which leads to Lake Michigan.
The home is private, secluded, and modern allowing you the freedom to enjoy yourselves while still being just a short drive to restaurants, stores and other conveniences. The city surrounding cities and towns provide plenty of dining options and we make recommendations in our guidebooks.

★NEARBY CITIES & TOWNS★

➡️ Le Roy, MI; 3 Miles / 6 Minutes
➡️ Baldwin, MI; 8 Miles / 12 Minutes
➡️ Marion, MI; 16 Miles / 21 Minutes
➡️ Reed City, MI; 17 Miles / 22 Minutes
➡️ Hersey, MI; 16 Miles / 23 Minutes
➡️ Evart, MI; 17 Miles / 23 Minutes
➡️ Chase, MI; 21 Miles / 24 Minutes
➡️ Sears, MI; 21 Miles / 28 Minutes
➡️ Cadillac, MI; 18 Miles / 25 Minutes

★FURTHER AWAY★

➡️ Big Rapids, MI; 30 Miles / 33 Minutes
➡️ Baldwin, MI; 32 Miles / 35 Minutes
➡️ Clare, MI; 38 Miles / 46 Minutes
➡️ Mt. Pleasant, MI; 57 Miles / 59 Minutes
➡️ Traverse City, MI; 65 Miles / 70 Minutes
➡️ Grand Rapids, MI; 87 Miles / 73 Minutes
➡️ Detroit, MI; 201 Miles / 3 Hours 7 Minutes
➡️ Chicago, IL; 261 Miles / 3 Hours 50 Minutes

★EVENTS & USAGE★

We get frequent requests from guests to use our homes for weddings, family reunions, camping, or other large gatherings. Many of these types of events are high-impact and can affect future guest stays, so we carefully manage them.

If this is something you are looking for, we can discuss details and whether any additional fees would apply.

In the event your preferred dates are already taken, or you are traveling with a larger group, please view our other listings or reach out to us as we provide numerous rental options in the region.

★ADDITIONAL SERVICES★

For an additional fee, we can provide concierge tailored services for anniversaries, birthdays, holidays or weddings.

🔨 A handyman is available for minor to moderate repairs, 24/7/365.
🔧 Professional services are available for major repairs, 24/7/365.
🧹 Cleaning services can be performed mid stay for guests who want a hotel experience for an additional cost.