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The stars are shining bright . Come and enjoy this pet friendly cabin.

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Exterior
Microwave,coffee maker and toaster
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Mesick, MI
  • Hodenpyl Dam
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Cadillac, MI (CAD-Wexford County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The stars are shining bright . Come and enjoy this pet friendly cabin.

Lone Wolf Retreat, freshly painted walls, and flat screen television and available for Roku hook up, is a Two-bedroom, one-bath, pet-friendly cabin situated on 23 acres of land. New carpeting, Enlarged deck and 2 new recliners. Located just ten minutes from Crystal Mountain Resort, the cabin is centrally located between Traverse City, Manistee and Cadillac, providing the ideal base from which to explore everything the region has to offer.

Amenities include sleeping accommodations for eight, a full kitchen, and snowmobile parking. In the winter, enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing at Crystal Mountain Resort, snowshoeing, snowmobiling (ride-in, ride-out access) and ice fishing. In the summer, go hiking, biking, golfing, canoeing or spend the day at the beach or the Sleeping Bear Dunes. And you can always head into one of the nearby towns to enjoy the shops and restaurants, go wine-tasting or try your luck at one of the casinos.

If you are seeking a relaxing atmosphere with easy access to some of the best Up North attractions, this is the place.

Attractions: Lake Michigan beaches, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Skiing (Crystal Mountain Resort), Snowmobile trails , Hiking, Fishing (Betsie River), Golf, Mushroom picking, Hunting, Michigan Legacy Art Park, Interlochen Arts Academy, Casinos, Wine Tasting Distilleries, Medaries .Close to all the main attractions, Traverse City, Frank Fort, Lake Michigan, Fly Fishing on the Manistee, Steel head fishing, Morel Hunting right out the front door, Golfing, 30 minutes to everything, Local festivals at all times of the year, Little River Casino, Wine tasting tours , Old engine show, Flea markets. Sailing in Traverse Bay Cherry Festival. Then back to the restful fire with friends or family, to enjoy all the stars. You can also just sit in the shade, all day, and watch the clouds go by.

Property manager

Brian Campbell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is a lot of room for kids to run and play.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are welcome just clean up after.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking can be done outside Please

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mesick

Located in Mesick, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Huron-Manistee National Forest and Misty Acres Preserve, while Michigan Legacy Art Park and Kresge Auditorium are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mesick, MI

What's nearby

  • Hodenpyl Dam - 17 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 26 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 39 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 43 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 45 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ellens Corners - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jim's Bucksnort Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brew Há - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mushroom Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Dairy Pit - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The stars are shining bright . Come and enjoy this pet friendly cabin. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The stars are shining bright . Come and enjoy this pet friendly cabin.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The stars are shining bright . Come and enjoy this pet friendly cabin.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The stars are shining bright . Come and enjoy this pet friendly cabin. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Hodenpyl Dam. Crystal Mountain and Michigan Legacy Art Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James V.

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

Up north cabin

Perfect for Crystal mountain weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Y.

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

Get away from it all

Was a great property for a weekend of snow-shoeing. Lots of space and we never saw another person for the time we were there. Close enough to Crystal Mtn and Iron Fish Distillery for food and activities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale J.

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

Awesome stay Up North in snowy winter

We’ve stayed here many times, very comfortable for family with young children and dogs. 20 acres, full service fully stocked kitchen with nice new appliances, comfortable bedrooms, great living room with couches and multiple La-Z-Boy recliners with gas fireplace for game/movie nightsmovie nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caro

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

Beautiful cozy cabin

We enjoyed our time at the cabin. It was beautiful, secluded, and cozy. Perfect for hanging out at and exploring the national forest from.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Always a nice stay here

This has been a great place to stay for many years as our group of old friends convenes for our annual canoe trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad U.

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

Fishing Weekend

Nice place, clean, checkin/checkout process was easy. Good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis G.

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

Hunt trip

Spent a week for annual bow hunting trip. Everything we needed in a hunting camp. Would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald C.

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

Secluded piece of heaven

While the property was secluded (which we liked) it was only few minutes from restaurants and stores. Place was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia V.

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

Return guest

We have stayed here 3 times.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Very clean and comfortable

Loved the location ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Olivia S.

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

Quiet getaway

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harlan W.

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

Spring Getaway

Beautiful rural setting. Nice and quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra B.

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

Great trip!

The house was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

A Great Place to Stay

We stay here every summer and will always come back. The setting is beautiful and the house is nice and well-kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Relaxing annual visit to Traverse City

We love staying here every year. This is our 3rd year staying at this property. We love that it is on 20 acres in the country conveniently located off 115 within 30 minutes to Traverse City and the national forest. We always spend a day at Great Wolf Lodge at the waterpark and then relax at the cabin for a day. We typically take a nature walk through the property, where this year we saw a deer off the front porch. It is always very clean and the owner always makes sure we are comfortable and find everything we need. I highly recommend the property to anyone looking for a quiet get away near all the area attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N.

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

Great

Beautiful location/scenery alots of rivers to go down 40ish mins forn Traverse City about 25 mins to Cadillac
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

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

Beautiful getaway!

Perfect location, all the amenities of home. Lots of attractions/sightseeing within short driving distance! Brew some coffee and sit on the deck and take in all the beauty around you! Walk the trails, sit by the fire, this place has it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Always a great stay.

Our group of old friends look forward every summer to a stay at this property and some canoeing on the Big Manistee. It's a great property for our group who likes getting away from our urban lives and enjoying nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

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

Great cabin

Simple renting process. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amelia L.

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

Great house in a beautiful location!

I stayed here with my family for a weekend of skiing at Crystal Mountain and Caberfae Peaks. The location was perfect to go to both, and the house was very comfortable and well maintained. The kitchen had everything we needed and the setting was picturesque. The owner, Brian, was very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

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

Nice central location

Very clean and comfortable. If you have dogs it is a great place to allow them to run around safely
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arica J.

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

Love this cabin

This was our 4th stay at this cabin. It’s so peaceful, beautiful and relaxing. We were sad to leave. We look forward to this trip every year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Always a great stay.

Our group of old friends stay here every year when we canoe the Manistee river. It's well-maintained and quiet. We watch the stars at night as we sit by the fire. It's a perfect place for a perfect few days away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Heather R.

It was quiet and peaceful. I loved sitting on porch and watch for wildlife.

If your looking for a place of peace and quiet this is the place for you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Quiet and remote

Property was accurate to listing. Setting is very quiet and peaceful with a nice porch to enjoy good weather. If your into hiking, hunting, ORV's, etc this would probably be an awesome place to stay as there are lots of opportunities for those activities in the area. Unfortunatly my family was looking for more young-kid friendly activities and this cabin was pretty far away from those (not a fault of the caabin, it was my own miscalculation).
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Brian Campbell

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Bought land in 1995, enjoyed camping for the first couple of years. Built cabin in 1998 , there to finish the inside I moved up and lived there for 8 years. Have been renting the cabin for 10 years, on a different website rentalbug.com . I just started on Vacationrental.com this year to got more exposure. I have had a lot of happy repeat customers and hope to make more on this web site.

Why they chose this property

Property is away from it all, but close enough to visit all the big towns. Close to Traverse city, Cadillac, and all the Casinos, the back to watch the stars around the camp fire. If you like fishing , canoeing, kayaking or just the water. This is the place to came and spend a relaxing week or weekend.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful scenery, away from it all, surrounded by 23 acres and on private road, The star show at night is unbelievable .

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests