Grayling, Michigan
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.
Love it will be back next fall
The location of the home is beautiful. The setting was really great.
Exactly as billed. We totally enjoyed it.
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!
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.
Loved our stay!
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.
Peaceful stay on the river bend. Everything, plus! Great location to mid state and the lake shores.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
The cabin Exceeded our expectations. We would definitely consider staying there again.
The beauty of this property was more than anyone could except! It’s warm, thoughtful, peaceful and perfect!!
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!
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.
Beautiful home in northern Michigan .
The home was well stocked with amenities. The river was beautiful. Recommend two kayaks and more towels / new towels. It would have been nice to explore the river more without paying for rentals to get on the river. A fence on each side in the back yard would add to the privacy and serenity. Overall it was a great stay and we enjoyed. Thank you!
the cleanliness was not the best in the bathrooms. There was plenty of hair from the past person to clean up off the floor. The sliding glass door had mold and mildew in the track and it did feel a bit dusty. With all that said, I am a cleaning lady, so I am extra fussy. Great great place.
Enjoyed our stay very much!! The cabin was beautiful and had all of the amenities we could ask for and more. Can’t wait to come back!
Peace and quiet
Wonderful place to stay on the Manistee.
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