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Escape to a quiet, wooded retreat at this 3-bedroom home on 40 acres. Enjoy the full kitchen for homemade meals, cozy up with board games or a good book by Dish TV in the living room. Take advantage of nearby attractions like Lake Michigan beaches and several golf courses within driving distance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Northern Michigan Retreat for all seasons

  • 3 bedroom, 2 bath home located in a quiet setting on 40 wooded acres. Attached 2 stall garage, central air, gas heating, and wheelchair accessible. Located close to many attractions which include: 20 miles from Lake Michigan, 10 miles from Tippy Dam, 14 miles from Crystal Mountain Ski Resort, 22 miles from Caberfae Peaks Ski Resort, 15 miles from Little River Casino, several golf courses within a 30 miles drive, part of the Manistee County Snowmobile Trails System.

    In the summer you can enjoy the quiet setting at home after you have spent a day at the beach, casino or one of the many golf courses in the area.

    In the winter you can enjoy local skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, or curled up with a good book under a blanket.

    With a full sized kitchen, you can choose to cook your own homemade meals instead of eating out.

    Amenities include: Full kitchen with full size appliances stocked with dishes and cookware; bedrooms come with linens and extra blankets available; living room with Dish TV, DVD player, VCR player, movies. In home activities include board games, puzzles, and novels. Hand towels in the bathrooms (you are responsible for your own personal hygiene supplies).

    ***Special Note*** Rental of the home does not come with hunting privileges of the of the land.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: allowed on property, just not in home or garage

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

***Special Note*** Rental of home does not come with hunting privileges of the land.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Allowed on property, just not in home or garage

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Brethren is home to this vacation home. Crystal Mountain and Northern Natural LLC are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Misty Acres Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Brethren travel guide
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Kaleva, MI

What's nearby

  • Manikawa Park
    5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Dickson Township Park
    6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Dickson Township Hall
    6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Lake Eleanor
    7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • James Lake
    14 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Kaleva Tavern
    6 min drive
  • Traks Bar And Grill
    5 min drive
  • Northern Natural Cider House & Winery
    15 min drive
  • LENZS RESTAURANT
    6 min drive
  • Country Side Restaurant
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northern Michigan Retreat for all seasons pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Northern Michigan Retreat for all seasons?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northern Michigan Retreat for all seasons?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Northern Michigan Retreat for all seasons located?

Situated in Brethren, this vacation home is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dickson Township Hall and Dickson Township Park. Manikawa Park and Lake Eleanor are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Northern Michigan Retreat for all seasons Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place for a few days. Good ski lodging with ski hills close by
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, secluded and quite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very comfortable and the place was clean, and it exceeded our expectations.. If we return next year, we'll definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

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

Kaleva stay

Have stayed here a few times now. Great price and a clean place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Comfortable Country Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit! The property was very clean, comfortable and spacious. Stargazing was wonderful from the back deck and we saw red fox in the front yard-very cool!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

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

Quiet location

quiet and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID C.

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

Great place for your upnorth base camp!

Everything was as advertised, clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Grace T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay inside the house. Didn’t enjoy the outside much other than cooking on the grill due to a football sized wasp nest under the deck right where the patio table was. Other than that all the amenities were provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

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

Great property.

Was here for 3 nights. Nice house and beautiful yard out in the country. Wonderful night sky!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Repeat Visitors

We really enjoy staying at the northern Michigan Retreat. The location is perfect for our needs - close to Brethren, Kaleva, Manistee, Crystal Mountain. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky E.

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

Just what I needed

Quiet time by myself, then husband joined for dinner. A good, quiet break.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred M.

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

This place was ideal

5 of us came up to go salmon fishing in Manistee. A search on VRBO led us to this place, and we’re so glad we found it. It was quiet, and very clean. Perfect for what we needed. Hosts were gracious and the communication was quick and clear. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather Z.

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

Family stay was comfortable

Plenty of room. Has all of the kitchen items needed. Lots of outdoor space. Well maintained. Home feeling.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Nice location for Arcadia Bluffs

Property was clean and a great location for Arcadia Bluffs and the South Course. Also near Little River Casino and downtown Manistee. The property owner was available for questions but we did not need to contact them because there were no issues with the place. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

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

Feels like home

Uncluttered, clean, comfortable. Smiled at the nice welcome note/treat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Amazing as always!

We have stayed at Northern Michigan Retreat before and it has always been amazing! Quiet, relaxing, clean! Amenities are exactly as described! Communication is great! Will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family get together

We had a great time! Beds were comfortable, plenty of seating in the living room. We made use of the fire pit and the kids enjoyed exploring the property. The only thing I would recommend is some darker shades or curtains for the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE T.

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

Fantastic experience

Quiet peaceful home in country setting. Super clean and thoughtfully furnished. Convenient location to relax by firepit or head out for adventures. Host was very helpful while planning trip and very responsive to any questions tnroighout yhe process. Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Clean and comfortable

We have stayed here several times and find it to be perfect for us. It’s always clean, comfortable,and well supplied with everything you need. It was very hot and humid when we were there this time and we really appreciated the central air. I really can’t think of anything negative about this place. We have already booked another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoriano L.

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

Cool Spacious house

Honestly this house is great for kids which provides all types of movies, and has an awesome huge backyard. A room for kids to play in and have fun for hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

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

Quiet Place in the Country

This is an older home, but don’t let that fool you it has all the amenities you need! It’s a very quiet neighborhood with a spacious backyard that’s perfect for having coffee and reading a book in the morning. We also live in the country so it felt like a home away from home. Will definitely stay here again the next time we’re in NW Michigan
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus T.

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

Relaxing get away

Out stay was one of the best we have had. Over the last 4 years we have picked a propety to stay at for our fall get away. This was the best one so far. The place was clean, the property was private and quiet. The check in and check out was simple and easy. We loved our weekend here and would recommend this place to anyone who seeks nature and solitude.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Northern Michigan spring in the country

We love staying at Paula's Northern Michigan Retreat! Paula is very responsive no matter how or when we contact her - her support and help is invaluable. The home setting is beautiful, with abundant wildlife and lovely property with trails to walk. The home is clean and well stocked with sheets, blankets, towels, paper towel, TP, kleenex, etc. The beds are comfortable. The addition of WiFi made it easier for our folks who still have to sometimes work. Love the available garage to hide our vehicles from spring snow & ice! We'll be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerry H.

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

Four day stay

The property was clean but very dated. The price was right and it was very quiet. However when we arrived, we found 5 plug in air fresheners plugged in, that made the house almost unbearable. I unplugged all of them and by the next morning all was well. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay. Nice location in the middle of wine country.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas P.

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

Functional Place to Stay

We were a bit disappointed at first glance as the place is not ascetically special at all. But we adjusted to lower expectations for what we saw and enjoyed our time. The place was clean. Kitchen was functional but the amneties of the kitchen left something to be desired. All kitchen supplies looked like things gathered from Goodwill. Maybe petty, but having a Kuerig for single coffee drinker would have been a plus and so would a corkscrew for an evening glass of wine. No Wi-fi was a drag leaving only a basic Direct TV package as entertainment option in the evenings.We enjoyed our walks into the back lot with paths to explore. The place was quiet, which we definitely appreciated. Overall, we enjoyed our stay as a silence and solitude experience without all the bells and whistles.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024