Immerse yourself in the heart of Manistee National Forest at this cozy A-frame. Just minutes from the Manistee and Pine Rivers, enjoy hiking, biking, fishing and canoeing. Explore nearby ATV snowmobile trails or head to Caberfae ski resort for a day on the slopes.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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About this property
The Little A frame
Located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest. 4 miles from Tippy Dam, 1 mile from Dublin store, 1/4 mile from Atv snowmobile trails, and 10 miles from Caberfae ski resort. Minutes from the Manistee and Pine River. This small A frame is great for 2 people but can handle 4 with a pull out bed! It is located in the center of hiking, biking, fishing,hunting, canoeing, ORV, snowmobiling and site seeing areas!
Property amenities
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
DVD player
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
About the neighborhood
Wellston is home to this cabin. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Sand Lake. Visit our Wellston travel guide
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What time is check-in at The Little A frame?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Little A frame?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Little A frame located?
Situated in Wellston, this cabin is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Dorner Lake Recreation Area and Sand Lake. Dorner Lake and Water Tank Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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The Little A frame 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.
Setting was very peaceful. The A frame was clean and exactly what we needed.
Becky B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keith
27 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location close to gas station, jerky store and fishing spots. Nice quiet neighborhood. Lot of nearby options for things to do. Enjoyed a 2 night fishing trip. Very nice cabin. Love the back porch/fire pit setup. We ended up grilling dinner every night. We were even able to watch the Michigan game at the cabin. The crystal clear night sky made for an amazing view of the stars that you can't see in the city. Awesome place, we definitely plan on coming back. Thank you!
Two of us stayed in the cabin for a weekend during the winter, and it was so cozy! The fireplace did a great job of heating the space, and kicks on automatically. We had no problem staying warm. As other reviews stated, though it backs up to woods, it is in a neighborhood. But there is a decent amount of seclusion. The exterior has also been painted black recently, so it looks different than the pictures, but the black looks great! Cooking supplies and utensils were conveniently in the cabin as well as towels and a few toiletries which was really helpful. VRBO Owner was quick and responsive to any questions we had. Hoping to stay again in the future!
This cabin is very cute and exactly what we needed for a cold and rainy long weekend! David is a wonderful host and helped to make our stay extremely enjoyable! Super location and a perfect little getaway.
Melissa O.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Julio
28 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed the quaint A-frame space. We had a very adventurous weekend and didn't get to spend as much time as we would have liked at the Vrbo, but the time we did have we enjoyed thoroughly.
Honestly it was a great place to stay while salmon fishing, the futon and bed were comfortable. It is a small space, but the price is fair for what you get. Being 6'5", the shower was a little cramped for me but it had all the hot water you needed so there is nothing to complain about! No WiFi, but that was a great excuse to ignore work.
Host was quick to respond to my last minute reservation for the following day with suggestions to have the address/map & key code instructions saved since cell service is limited around that area. Appreciated the advice so we could be prepared. Since we arrived during the snowstorm there was concern about the roads/driveway not being plowed but all was passable. The central location between BigM and Caberfae was perfect for our stay with the bonus of Dublin Store minutes away for grabbing snacks. The A-Frame was cozy for the 3 of us. 2 of us slept in the loft and one on the futon.It was pretty warm in the loft from the stove that’s used to heat the A-Frame that I suggest packing a small fan. We made good use of the tiny kitchen. It was well stocked with dishes and cooking utensils. The limited cell service and no WiFi might discourage some but it was refreshing to disconnect from the algorithms of smart phones. It was so quiet there and the fresh snow made the whole scene picturesque. Will be planning to stay here again
We had a great time! The cabin is cozy and the trails near by are wonderful. The cabin has everything we would have needed, towels, microwave and stove/ oven, Keurig, coffee maker, utensils and cookware, tv and DVD player. We stayed 3 nights and only left for the trails. Will definitely come back.
Cabin was small but very cool set up. Great use of space. Very well kept up and clean. Large grocery store and gas within a mile of the cabin. Really enjoyed the stay. We stayed with my wife, myself, and our teen son and didn't really feel cramped. If you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a tiny house, definitely check it out!
I just went to fish. Didn’t really care about the sleeping arrangements. But I am OCD and it was nice.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bentley
10 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bad cell service everywhere but not the property owners fault.
WI-FI would be nice
Bentley
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
James R.
27 August 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Okay
My allergies kicked up and we could only stay one night of our two night stay
James R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Anna E.
24 August 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The cabin wasnt terrible, but they could have done some more cleaning and repairs of the cabin to make it look a little less run down. We had a problem with the oven not working and had to call the owner the first day...and he asked where the husband was to fix it. That was a little rude and sexist.The beds werent comfortable at all and the toiletries that were provided were, what looked like, old products people had left behind...and i dont realy want to use someones partially used body wash. I guess i just wasnt very impressed with how much i paid.