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Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing!

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Shower, jetted bath, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8201 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Grayling, MI
    Hanson Hills Recreation Area
    12 min drive
    Hartwick Pines State Park
    28 min drive
    Au Sable River
    32 min drive
    Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    41 min drive

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About the area

Grayling

At this cabin, you'll be 11.2 km (7 mi) from Hanson Hills Recreation Area and 12 km (7.5 mi) from Crawford County Historical Museum. .Cabin features a washer/dryer, free WiFi and 1.5 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fireplace, in-room jetted baths and a living room are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Hanson Hills Recreation Area - 12 min drive
  • AuSable Artisan Village - 13 min drive
  • Rayburn Property Trail - 14 min drive
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 28 min drive
  • Au Sable River - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Westside Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tinker's Junction - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪NCO Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dingman's Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shirley's In the Woods Cafe - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing!

LODGE ON THE MANISTEE
SLEEPS: 8
BEDROOMS: 4
BATHROOMS: 2
*RIVERFRONT (Manistee River)
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
*NO PETS
*FLY-FISHERMEN WELCOME (TROUT)
*Wi-Fi
*KAYAKERS BRING YOUR BOATS! GREAT for BOATING!
**We ask that our guests be respectful of our great neighbors by keeping quiet hours between 11:00 pm and 9:00 am.

It is just so nice to walk out on the back porch and see the beautiful Manistee River gently flowing around the bend. The Lodge on the Manistee is a peaceful place to enjoy a family gathering or a gathering of fly-fisherman casting their poles off the dock. Adventure seekers, feel free to bring your kayaks or canoes in order to paddle up the river.

This 4-bedroom home sleeps 8 people comfortably. The common spaces for gathering are ideal for a large family or two families vacationing together. The fully equipped kitchen will suit your needs and the extended covered porch on the river-side of the home is a pleasant setting for a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine.

THIS COTTAGE HAS OUTSIDE VIDEO SECURITY MONITORING.
As an extra layer of security, we do have outside cameras mounted on the cottage. There are no cameras inside the cottage.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: There is not central air conditioning in this home, however, the upstairs bedrooms have a Window A/C unit & ceiling fan. In addition, there are a couple of box fans for you to use.

ATV's: They are welcomed.

Animals: There are definitely bear in the area, deer, squirrels, muskrat, eagles, and bunnies.

Bathroom:

Bathroom #1: Attached to main bedroom FULL
BATH with jetted tub and shower.

Bathroom #2: Main floor---HALF BATH with
shower only.

Beach/Swimming: You can swim in the river. There is a ladder and a dock area. The river is flowing, and at times, the current can be swift (not white water rapids, but swift). Not recommended for little children/weak swimmers.


Bedroom Configuration:

Bedroom #1: Master Bedroom --Queen

Bedroom #2: main floor --Queen

Bedroom #3: upstairs—Full

Bedroom #4: upstairs--Queen

Boats: No boats are available. You are able to bring you own kayaks or canoes (20 steps to get down to river). Pull kayaks up along shore or on the wooden dock. The river is EXCELLENT FOR BOATING down.


Bugs: Typical Michigan bugs! Yes! Mosquitos are prevalent in the evenings around the water.

Cell phone service: Generally good!

Distances:
* Grand Rapids: 2 hours and 18 min. (153 miles)
* Traverse City: 1 hours away (44 miles)
* Detroit: 3 hours (212 miles)
* Lansing: 2 hours and 15 minutes (151 miles)
* Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 3 hours and 8 min (193 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 1 hours and 30 min.(90 miles)
*Shel-Haven Canoe/Kayack Livery on M-72 is 3 minutes (1 mile)
*M-72 to property is a 15 minute float.

Dock: There is a dock there, but it is usually only used for fly-fishing and swimming.

Fireplace: Wood-burning stove available for guests to use. You must bring your own wood.

Fire-pit: Yes. There is a fire pit.

Fishing: THIS IS A FLY-FISHING ONLY SECTION. This section of the Manistee is known for an excellent trout fishing. Please be sure to bring your own poles as there are none at this property. Also, in order to fish in Michigan lakes and rivers, one is required to hold a fishing license. Click here to purchase your fishing license online.

Garage: We apologize, yet although you are parking in front of the garage, it is not for us by guests.
Grill: Gas grill (and spare propane tank) is in the garage. We ask that it be used on the driveway area and returned to the garage each night. Bears, Coyotes, and Foxes are active in the neighborhood and love to get their paws on greasy grills.
Grocery Store: 5 miles into Grayling

Internet: YES!

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let me know, and I'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillow cases and bath towels.

Parking: Easily 3 cars or a truck/trailer combo.

Pets: Pets are not welcome at this home.

Privacy: There are houses on both side of the home. Neighbors are about 50ft. away.

Space: 2-floors. Main with 2 bedrooms and Upper with a loft and 2 bedrooms.

Televisions: There is a smart TV in family room with streaming capabilities

Towels: Yes, we provide towels. It's always good to bring extra though.

Washer and dryer: YES. Soap is provided.

Wood: Guests need to bring their own wood for fire pit and wood-burning stove.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Porch

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,165 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
440788

Frequently asked questions

Does Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing! have a pool?

No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing!?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing!?

No, Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lodge on the Manistee (Grayling, MI): Riverfront property, great for fly-fishing! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachelor Weekend
Groom to be loved it. Great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute river home
This was a nice place to stay for adults and older kids. I would not recommend for kids who cannot strongly swim because the water from the dock was at least 6ft deep with a strong current. We drove to a nearby location that was quite beautiful to fly-fish instead. My family went tubing off the dock which is also not recommended for small children, the trip took about four-hours. The firepit was located in the front yard which was something I had not realized until arrival, but the two nearby neighbors were very friendly and the house was accommodating for my family of 8. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
View that relaxes you!
What a stunning location. The log cabin was adorable and the view was amazing. The only issue we had was that air conditioning units didn’t work upstairs and it got unbearably hot. Other than thought….. amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin
Our family absolutely loved staying at the cabin. Amazing view of the river. We never felt so relaxed. House was also nicely stocked with towels, kitchen supplies, etc. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kirtland Warbler habitat
Mountain bike to nearby Howes Lake for Kirtland habitat. Fly fish the Manistee in back yard. Well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonder experience
We saw a bear but wanted to see more
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for fishing "base"
Th place is great, very clean, well located to river fishing areas and town. We'll stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Clean, cozy, wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Love it will be back next fall
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
The location of the home is beautiful. The setting was really great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
Exactly as billed. We totally enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & serene- just what we were looking for!
Gorgeous cabin on a beautiful piece of land! The river view is stunning from in and outside of the cabin. We loved everything about this place. Plenty of space, beautifully designed and well-maintained. Hosts were extremely attentive and wonderful to communicate with. We will definitely be returning in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brantley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The property was as advertised. The kitchen had everything we needed. The view is great and easy access to town. We would go back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our girlfriend getaway
Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great setting, beautiful cabin
Such a peaceful setting. Great fishing and swimming. The cabin is very spacious and the deck and view is amazing. It was very clean and we are looking forward to staying again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get Away
Peaceful stay on the river bend. Everything, plus! Great location to mid state and the lake shores.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Property exactly as described and pictured. 10/10 would recommend a stay here. Amazing scenery, peaceful location and the river view spectacular! Loved it all and would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our log cabin!
We had a wonderful stay at the cozy cabin on the river. It was perfect for what we needed. Plenty of room, amenities and fun things to do. Would definitely go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A memorable vacation
This was the best vacation we’ve had in a long time. The cabin was beautiful and the atmosphere so relaxing. The only glitch in this experience was the poor reception we had with the TV. It constantly would freeze up or lose the programming. We appreciate the opportunity you gave us to make new memories with the family. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chrisropher R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun River Retreat
Had a wonderful time spending some time away on the river. The house was great and the host answered all questions right away. Took one day to tube on the river and that was fun too. Highly recommend Paddle Hard Brewing for a meal in downtown Grayling.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Grand Rapids, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax on the river
We had a family get-together in Grayling and this property was close and had enough beds for the 7 adults and two kids. Well stocked kitchen. Only complaints are the TV is super slow to turn on and no local channels. Also lack of an upstairs bath made bedtime a hassle. Easy to ignore those for the setting on the river. Attempted to enter the river with waders from the dock but must be very deep since I could not touch bottom. The ladder is loose and needs additional brackets so be very careful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayme G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The cabin Exceeded our expectations. We would definitely consider staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

tina b.

Liked: Cleanliness
This Cabin is breath taking!!
The beauty of this property was more than anyone could except! It’s warm, thoughtful, peaceful and perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Office Staff Retreat
We had a great time of hiking, relaxing by the river, playing board games, reading, and laughing. The deck and dock are just fantastic! The cabin was spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to get away
This cabin was the right fit for my 40th bday with my sister's, mom and friends. Very clean. Quite and serine. I loved being able to kayak right up to the dock to the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022