Welcome to The Lodge Retreat, a spacious and secluded 3600 sq ft log cabin lodge perfect for your next group getaway! You will have the entire home (minus basement,garage and 3 closets) all to yourselves! Nestled on 40 private acres, this beautifully designed retreat offers a blend of rustic charm and modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay.
Your Secluded Michigan Escape
The Lodge Retreat is ideally located for both tranquility and adventure. We're just 35 minutes from Central Michigan University (Mt. Pleasant, MI) and Ferris State University (Big Rapids, MI), making us a great option for visiting families or groups. The lodge is situated a quarter-mile off a paved road with a winding blacktop driveway through mature trees, offering true seclusion.
Comfort & Convenience for Everyone
Designed with your vacation needs in mind, "The Lodge Retreat" comfortably sleeps 12+ guests, making it ideal for large groups, family reunions, or private events. You'll find a wide array of amenities to enhance your stay:
Indoor Comforts
Fully Equipped Kitchen: Prepare delicious meals with ease! Our kitchen boasts a dishwasher, two ovens, an air fryer, crockpot, serving essentials, mixer, and coffee pots. A high chair is also available. Starter package of toilet paper, paper towel provided.
Flexible Dining: A 4-person dining table, a bar with 3 stools, and two 6-foot folding tables with 10 chairs provide ample seating for your entire crew.
Game Room Fun: The upper-level loft features a Smart TV, a 10-person poker table with chips and cards, indoor basketball, foosball, and a variety of board games. There's even a dedicated area with toys for younger guests.
Work & Laundry: Desktop workspace with fiber internet ensure you can stay connected if needed. A full-size washer and dryer are available for your free use on the main floor. Laundry detergent available.
Bathroom Essentials: The lodge includes a full bathroom and a half bath on the main floor, plus full baths in both master suites. All are equipped with shampoo, conditioner, body soap, blow dryers, and toilet paper.
Sleeping Arrangements
We offer a variety of comfortable sleeping options:
Bedroom 1 (Main Level): Queen-size bed with a Smart TV.
Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen-size bed with a walk-out access to the screened-in porch.
Master Suite 1 (Upper Level): Queen bed, one twin bed, walk-out balcony, in-room sink, vanity, and a full private bath.
Master Suite 2 (Upper Level): Queen bed, 1 twin bed, walk-in closet, in-room kitchenette (microwave, mini-fridge, sink) and Smart TV, and an additional half-room with a dresser one twin bed, one twin w/ trundle. This suite also includes a full private bath.
Linens: All linens are provided, with extras readily available.
Outdoor Adventures
Screened Porch: Enjoy the views from the screened porch with comfortable seating, a pellet grill (with pellets), charcoal grill andPool towels are also provided here. (Grills are stored away for the winter months)
Heated In-Ground private pool. Take a refreshing dip in our heated in-ground pool with a diving board. (Please note: Swim at your own risk; life jackets are not provided). Pool floating devices available. The pool is open from May 15 thru Sept 7th for 2026.
Bonfire Pit: Gather around the outdoor fire pit with provided wood, fire starters, and camping chairs for cozy evenings under the stars. Corn hole available. Please note that if a county burn ban is in place, the fire pit will not be available.
Hiking Trail: 1/2 mile loop groomed trail. Please note: trail is closed from September 15th to December 1st for safety and out of respect for hunters.
Pet-Friendly Stays
We're happy to be a dog-friendly home! To ensure a pleasant experience for all guests and maintain our property, we do have a few simple rules:
Dogs must be crated when left unattended if they have any tendencies to jump on doors or not potty trained fully.
Dogs are not allowed in the pool, on beds, or on any furniture.
All pet waste must be disposed of.
Evidence of pet hair on furniture or beds, or any waste/damage to the yard will incur a cleaning or damage fee.
Nearby Attractions & Dining
Local Restaurants:
Antlers (Canadian Lakes) - 25 mins
The Royals (Canadian Lakes) - 25 mins
Ice Cream Parlor (Barryton) - 5 mins
Attractions:
Canadian lakes castle 20 mins
CMU campus - 30 mins
Ferris State University - 30 mins
Soaring Eagle Casino - 35 mins
Buckley Canoe/Kayak Rentals - 20 mins
Rooftop Landing - 25 mins
Houghton Lake - 1 hour
Cadillac - 1 hour
Hardy Dam - 50 mins
Baldwin ORV trails - 50 mins
The Lodge Retreat is perfect for large groups and private events. Please inquire for more information on hosting your special occasion with us.
Ready to reconnect with nature and create lasting memories? We look forward to welcoming you to The Lodge Retreat!
