Enjoy theTraverse City area lakes, rivers, wineries, trails and seclusion here!

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 792.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Explore the area

Kingsley, MI

Fife Lake
‪8 min drive‬
Spider Lake
‪25 min drive‬
Traverse City Beach
‪26 min drive‬
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Front

1 Queen Bed

Long Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Former hunting cabin that has all the comforts. This secluded location hosts a number of benefits for you to enjoy whether it is peace and quite, wine touring, hiking and horse back riding (we are on Mile 731.5) on the North Country Scenic Trail or using your quad or side by side on the great #5Mccct ORV trail. Close to Traverse City, lakes, rivers yet far enough off the paved road (2 miles) for a good nights sleep.

Property manager

Barn Martin

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Please keep your pets off the furniture & beds!

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Please dispose of your smoking goods--

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

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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

About the area

Fife Lake

Located in Fife Lake, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Emerald Vale Golf Course and Centre Ice Arena are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Boardman Preserve and South Branch Nature Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Kingsley, MI

What's nearby

Fife Lake - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
Arbutus Lake - 24 min drive - 21.9 km
Spider Lake - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
Traverse City Beach - 26 min drive - 32.5 km
Front Street - 34 min drive - 36.5 km

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Loon's Nest - ‬7 min drive
‪Fife Lake Dairy Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Fife Lake Inn - ‬7 min drive
‪Gordy's Place - ‬7 min drive
‪Kingsley Cakes - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy theTraverse City area lakes, rivers, wineries, trails and seclusion here! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Enjoy theTraverse City area lakes, rivers, wineries, trails and seclusion here!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy theTraverse City area lakes, rivers, wineries, trails and seclusion here!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Enjoy theTraverse City area lakes, rivers, wineries, trails and seclusion here! located?

This family-friendly Fife Lake holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Fife Lake Area Historical Museum, Lakeside Park and Holbrook Lake. Fife Lake and Fife Lake Public Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Dennis K.

4 August 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication

Host was awesome !

The place had everything you would want in a cabin . Only downfall was distance to get to any attractions and some upgrades needed .

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

31 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Great cabin with everything we needed for an enjoyable time upnorth. Close to Traverse and a few outings we planned. I would rent here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

29 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Very nice.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick birthday get away

Loved it! It’s very well-appointed and comfortable! Plenty of room for us to spread out including our doggos. Property owner welcomed us and invited us to use the trails on the property which were nicely maintained and beautiful. Can’t think of a thing we needed or wanted - highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathi W.

11 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, beautiful, and very clean!

What an amazing home! Beautiful property perfect for anyone!! We enjoyed our vacation even more because of this wonderful property. Everything was provided.. we didn’t need a thing! Extremely comfy vibe… just lovely!!! The owner Barn is so friendly, sweet, & accommodating!! Thank you soooo much!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

2 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Barn was a great host and thought of everything that you need! Very clean and organized house! Nice setting in the middle of the woods! I would definitely recommend it and I also would stay there again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

23 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect cabin!

This cabin exceeded all of our expectations! The check in process was a breeze, and the host, Barn, was fantastic. This location was the perfect size for our needs and it was extremely clean and had everything we needed. The sun porch at the back of the cabin was easily the favored spot by all of us. As a “work from anywhere” person, I appreciated the WiFi connection - super stable and fast enough for what I needed. We also appreciated that our dog was able to join us on this trip; there was plenty of room for him to run and play. Our trip was mostly rained out, but that just amplified the coziness of the cabin! I would recommend this location for anyone visiting the Traverse City area looking for more of a rustic/woodsy feel. We are already planning on returning for a future trip. :)

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

22 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Dog

Great time peaceful

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen M.

15 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cabin, beautiful surroundings, friendly host

My brother and I just spent a week at the cabin and we enjoyed every minute of it. It's on a beautiful piece of land in a quiet wooded area -- but just a short drive to Fife Lake and other conveniences like a grocery store, gas station, bank, etc. Just the drive to the cabin down Vans Lane is a treat for anyone who loves a canopy of trees. The Wi-Fi connection is strong and very reliable. The tap water is drinkable and there's no long wait for hot water in the shower. All of the beds are comfortable which isn't always the case when renting. Parking was stress-free. No squeezing into a tiny driveway or playing musical cars to come and go. The cabin has two porches: One in the front to sit on and take in the view, and one screened-in porch in the back. The back porch is great for dining or hanging out when the bugs start the bug you. To keep warm there are several heaters including a pellet stove which Barn will help you with if neede. There is an AC unit in the way but we didn't use it. We also never had the chance to use the firepit, but it looked very appealing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina F.

13 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, rustic get away!

We brought our 16 year old daughter and a few of her friends for the weekend to celebrate her sweet 16. We had high hopes for better weather, but it's Michigan- so you never know what you're going to get! The place is very clean and Barn is a delight to communicate with. It is a little rustic, but it has a nice cabin charm to it. Nothing to complain about other than the rain!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

5 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place hidden away in the woods

We had a great 3 day holiday weekend staying in this cabin. It was very clean, quiet and exactly what we were looking for. We watched the deer from the porch while we drank our coffee. Proximity to the wineries, sleeping bear dunes and Traverse City was great. There are a couple of places to get food within 10 minutes as well as a little brewery. We will stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

wade p.

27 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded cottage

Nice secluded cabin in the woods. House had everything needed for a week long stay. We enjoyed the rear screened in porch, outdoor grill and fire pit nightly, (firewood supplied a huge plus). We highly recommend for a nice getaway!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

1 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and the cabin was cozy.

Quiet and relaxing place and easy to access. We met the owner, Barn, a super nice person who was more than accomadating that the cabin met our needs. We had a great time.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

31 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to go back!

We took two 18 year old video gamer boys for a quiet/rural retreat with close proximity to Traverse City. We all loved it. The host is delightfully hospitable and attentive, with great suggestions for activities. The boys played corn hole, built a campfire in the chimenea and especially enjoyed the dart board in the house. They commented that one of their highlights was getting to meet "Barn" the host. Us ladies enjoyed a walk around the property and the North country trail, commiserating around the fire, resting in the comfy beds, and creating memories in the kitchen that is well stocked with pots, pans, crock pots and blenders, and every tool you could want. Check in was easy, everything was immaculate and the space is filled with character! Everything you could possibly want in a stay is accounted for. We are looking forward to our next visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie E.

30 July 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Watch out if you have pet allergies.

The place is small and rugged but the price and location was good for our needs. We filled the space with 6 adults. Barney was a very good host and the place was clean. My only complaint is that my husband and I are both allergic to pet dander. Despite the rule to not have pets in bed with them, we could tell that the last people who stayed there let their pet stay in bed with them as the blanket made us itch, eyes and nose water and the smell in the room and whole place was bad We were able to air it out after a few days and wash the blanket but it still bothered us.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kori F.

12 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

I have nothing negative to say about our recent stay here! Went up for a girls wine tour trip and the location was exactly what we were looking for. The house was clean and perfectly set up for a fun time. Barn was nothing short of an amazing host. He was in communication with me from the start and made sure we had everything we needed. 10/10 would go back or recommend to others!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Ride-in/Ride-out ORV/Motorcycle Location

Our stay was fantastic. I have been looking for a while for a rental property that is close enough to an ORV/Motorcycle trail that my friends and I could simply ride out from the house without having to drive our trucks and trailers to a trail head down the road. This location is less than a mile from the Grand Traverse Motorcycle and MCCT trails. Another bonus was the proximity to Traverse City which allowed us to bring our significant others who don't ride on this trip. The host goes above and beyond making sure everything is going how you want it, which really made this rental special. The house was also great for our energetic dog, with lots of open yard for running and play. The interior is simple and to the point, which was perfect for making breakfasts, playing cards an lounging before heading out on our daytime adventures. We can't wait to start planning to the house next spring.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith Y.

18 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Barn is a great host and made sure we had everything we needed. Keith

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

7 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute clean cabin with wonderful screened porch and lots of area for dog to exercise

Cabin was very clean and cute. Loved screened in porch for evening relaxing without bugs. Nice area for the pup to get exercise. Host was very friendly. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Rachel S.

22 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Our stay was great. Easy to navigate and communicate with the host. Clean and well stocked. Check in and check out was easy and smooth. The beds were comfy and the towels were great! The doors to the bedrooms were fairly thin so you heard noise from the living space but over all great place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

19 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and as advertised

Property was clean and the host was easy to contact.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jeannie B.

19 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

No internet but everything else as described

The accommodations were as described EXCEPT there was no internet, which was essential for our group. Everything was comfortable, really clean, all necessities provided (although we left some double ply TP). Our main concern was that two of our family needed internet for work. The listing says there is WI-FI but when we arrived we were told that the connection has not been completed. And although a workaround was offered, the speed was inadequate and was not within the cabin. The cell service was effectively non-existent. We booked this cabin based on the fact that it promised WI-FI, and had we known, we would have passed on this cabin. Other than that, everything in the listing was accurate.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

T.J. K.

15 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Had everything you need for good weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

12 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

Secluded

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

8 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place tucked away. Quiet and relaxing. Host is a nice guy. Thanks again!!

It was a great place to get away thanks for the hospitality

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Barn Martin

After retiring from Chicago and operating many a business, as well as enjoying the tour boat world as a captain, I moved up to the180 degree changing lifestyle of the country.
Always enjoy meeting people and look forward to helping more folks enjoy the peace and quiet that can be had alongside of the amenities the city has to offer.

Why they chose this property

I started looking for a place on a lake up here as I love fishing but a good friend said to me " if you get a house on a lake, you will never fish another lake"! This brought me to a forest home and a boat on a trailer. The rest is history---;-)

What makes this property unique

Far enough away from the towns and still close enough for it all---;-)

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Front

Long Room

Master

1 bathroom

Main

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