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SPORTSMAN/COUPLES RETREAT. Close to Lakes, Rivers, & Beautiful Ludington

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Dining
Nestled within 2 miles of the Pere Marquette River, Depot Cottage is a historic cottage that offers a cozy retreat with plenty of space to park your boat and yard for kids to play. Enjoy the comforts of home in this 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath house located in the Huron-Manistee National forest with a patio off the kitchen and smart TV for entertainment.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

SPORTSMAN/COUPLES RETREAT. Close to Lakes, Rivers, & Beautiful Ludington

Historic cottage, former Walhalla train depot. Very clean and recently renovated. In a shady setting within 2 miles of the Pere Marquette River (Branch, Walhalla, IndianBridge and Custer bridge access), 1000s of acres of National Forest, and 12 miles from Lake Michigan/Ludington. Plenty of space to park your boat, hang a hammock, yard space for kids to play.

Depot Cottage welcomes you. Great location for HUNTERS FISHERMAN and Canoeing/Kayakers !Enjoy the comforts of home at this 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath home located in the Huron-Manistee National forest.

This 2 bedrooms and 1 bath single family lodging located on 10 acres. It has a great circle driveway perfect for your truck, boat, or trailer. A nice patio sits off the kitchen. A peaceful location where you can sit & drink your morning coffee .
It includes 2 bedrooms. (Queen bed in bedroom in one and full bed in the other bedroom) The living room has a sleeper sofa.
Inside you will find a nice living room, reading nook & kitchen. A smart TV in the living room will allow you to use your phone as a mobile hotspot to access YouTube, Hulu, or login to your Netflix etc. NO Internet. Plenty of table space with both a kitchen table and another table in an additional room. Feel free to use the cooking utensils & other cooking supplies to cook your catch.
Did you forget something? Dollar General is just a 2 miles from your door. Need gas or quick supplies Pioneer Party and Gas station is just a mile away. Thirsty or hungry ? The Rendezvous Grille and Tavern is just a mile away & Cardinal Restaurant & Branch Grocery's Pizza is just down the road.
Depot Cottage is on US10, which is the main highway in the area. Ludington is located approx. 12 miles west & Baldwin about 15 miles east. This home is just minutes from many great fishing lakes & rivers. The Pere Marquette public river access for Fishing, Kayaking & Canoeing is just down the road. Many wonderful golf courses in the area.
Gas Stations, Stores, Restaurants, & Bars within a short distance from the cottage.
Thank you for considering staying at our cottage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Return the keys
Please wash dishes.
Leave key on the kitchen table.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Custer, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Amber Elk Ranch is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Huron-Manistee National Forest and Pere Marquette River. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Map
Custer, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 25 min drive - 28.9 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 25 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Ludington State Park - 31 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 42 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rendezvous - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪North Country Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Emerson Lake Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brenda's Burgers - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SPORTSMAN/COUPLES RETREAT. Close to Lakes, Rivers, & Beautiful Ludington pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at SPORTSMAN/COUPLES RETREAT. Close to Lakes, Rivers, & Beautiful Ludington?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPORTSMAN/COUPLES RETREAT. Close to Lakes, Rivers, & Beautiful Ludington?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SPORTSMAN/COUPLES RETREAT. Close to Lakes, Rivers, & Beautiful Ludington located?

Situated in Custer, this ski cottage is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Pere Marquette River. Dockery Lake and Mobey Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

SPORTSMAN/COUPLES RETREAT. Close to Lakes, Rivers, & Beautiful Ludington Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pet friendly, very clean, very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

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

Wonderful hidden gem

Our family loved this place. Very clean and had everything dishes games 2 bedrooms etc. loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Fantastic Cabin

We stayed here the weekend of a large event at the fairgrounds. Plenty of room for Trailers. We had two trucks with two car trailers! Was nice to have a quiet place to come back to after a few busy days!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff F.

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

Nice little cabin

We enjoyed our stay. Nice quiet little cabin not to far from ludington.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darron D.

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

Great location!

Nice cozy and quiet location. Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Perfect escape

We love the quiet and abundance of wildlife that show up at this cabin. It's close to things we love to do and a short trip to Ludington.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

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

Perfect fishing cabin

Paul made it easy for us to stay here overnight so we could be up early to get fishing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek P.

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

Weekend getaway

Great place to stay. Close to rivers for fishing and close to Ludington for shopping and site seeing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Harley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice clean, quiet property close to Ludington. It’s a great place to relax and there are plenty of DVDs after the sight seeing day is done.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Depot Cottage

Nice central location for almost any activity.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

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

Amazing

Location is amazing and the cabin is so nice and cozy....prime location for all river anglers!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri M.

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

Memorial Day Weekend

Cute little cabin, perfect for a nice weekend getaway. The location is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

P.R. Fishing trip

We were meet by the son of the owner and he couldn’t have been nicer and more welcoming. Very clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy S.

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

Great hideaway

Love the location right on the main rd but back away from traffic. Hosts are great and cabin is always clean and well stocked. Will be staying again next trip up
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeremy S.

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

Blessing of the bikes 2024

Great location, just a short ride to Baldwin for all the festivities. Close to food and stores. Very clean and quiet. Over all a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Hunting

Came up to Custer to do a little deer hunting and spend some family time. The cabin was adorable and had everything we needed to spend a quiet little weekend away. The host was very helpful too in locating spots to set up. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

NIKKI S.

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

Cabin in the woods

Peacefull cabin, close to the trails, rivers, and the Nation Forest for the outdoors people. Not to far from Ludington where you can take a stole down town or visit Lake Michigan. Cute patio as well for a fire, and smores. It was a great time full of memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie F.

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

Very relaxing

We had a very relaxing time. Very enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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

Steelhead Trip

Great stay with everything we needed for our fishing trip. Close to the river and room to park a drift boat. Also a great little mud room for taking on and off waders and letting them dry out.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dan B.

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

Clean cabin

Nice cabin was clean.is behind main house easy check in. Close to pere marquette for fishing etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

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

Weekend in Ludington

Cabin was perfect for us. It was clean and the beds were comfortable. Hosts were great! My friend left her phone charger and they sent it to her without even being asked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina D.

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

Wonderful!!

It was so close to everything we wanted to do, but was tucked away from it all. It was so nice and relaxing. Everything we could have asked for, for an extended weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

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

Nice place

Conveniently located to our fishing trip in Ludington. Nice place. Property manager was easy to get ahold of when needed. Thanks again had a nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher P.

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

Pretty property

Fall colors at this place were wonderful and the gounds were very pretty.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dirk H., Lansing, MI

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

Great location!

Great location near a lot of activities, nice house interior that felt modern. Great cell signal for working.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023