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In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront

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Exterior
Exterior
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront

Pet friendly Cabin on Private Pond - 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathrooms, Sleeps 6. Sleeping Arrangements: Main floor bedroom - King; Main floor bedroom – full w/ twin bunk; Additional twin rollaway included

This is the cabin you’ve been waiting for! Everything has been recently renovated so you’ll feel right at home. The private, treated pond is perfect for swimming and playing during the day, then you’ll want to spend all night by the fire pit roasting marshmallows.

The rental is pet-friendly! Feel free to bring your furry friend. We simply ask that you include your pet when booking. There is an additional $15/night pet fee which will be added to the stay.

AMENITIES INCLUDE: laundry, A/C (window units), gas and charcoal grills, RV electric hookups. Lots of great outdoor toys including paddle boat, toys, outdoor shower, picnic table, and firepit. No WIFI but does have satellite TV and good cell reception. Bunk room includes TV w/ DVD player and plenty of extra games, toys, etc. for little ones.

The kitchen is fully stocked for everyday meal prep. Dishes, pots and pans, silverware, glass, etc. and a drip coffee is available for guest use. Also included: bed linens, bath towels, basic cleaning supplies and soaps (not personal soaps), and a starter set of paper products.

LOCATION: Fantastic location in Free Soil, this cabin has lots of privacy and great outdoor space. Just minutes to either Ludington or Manistee for tons of shopping, restaurants, etc. Cabin is about an hour from Traverse City and 2 ½ from Grand Rapids.

The Boardwalk Vacation Rentals Promise: To our guests, we promise a memorable and stress-free vacation. To deliver on this promise, we are committed to providing:

- Well-appointed and maintained rental properties
- Attentive responses to inquiries
- Exceptionally detailed cleaning
- Clear and proactive communication at appropriate intervals
- Properly stocked amenities
- Access to resources for enhancing the vacation experience

If we come up short with any of these, we strongly encourage you to contact us directly and we will make it right

Check in time is after 4:00PM and check out time is before 10:00AM. Please note that we are not able to accommodate early arrivals or late departures from May – September. Any request for additional time will depend on availability of the rental and an additional fee may be added to the stay.

ARRIVAL: There is no formal check-in procedure. Arrival details are sent prior to your check-in date and will include the exact location of the property, parking and entry information. Guests will have a private, secure entrance and the rental is not shared by owners or other guests.

DEPARTURE: We do have a very short checklist we ask renters follow upon departure. It includes making sure the property is left tidy, furniture is in the same place you found it, everything is closed, locked and turned off, and the thermostat is set properly. These items will only take a couple of minutes but help staff immensely.

Please know that all rental policies and house rules are strictly enforced. This includes occupancy limits, age requirements, the ‘no parties’ and ‘no smoking’ clauses or any other rule posted online or within the rental. These are often defined by local ordinances, Homeowner’s Associations or other legal requirements and can result in fines or eviction if violated. We do not provide additional refunds for cancellations, late arrivals or early departures except as required in the posted cancellation policy.

For safety reasons, there may be external security cameras in use. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

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

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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
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

Property is also known as

In The Woods Pet Friendly Lakefront
In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront Free Soil
In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront Private vacation home
345403

About the neighborhood

Map
Free Soil, MI

What's nearby

  • Manistee National Golf Course - 10 min drive
  • Manistee Lake - 14 min drive
  • beach - 21 min drive
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 23 min drive
  • Little River Casino - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heidi Hof Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Doc's Sauble River Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Osprey Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪St Joseph Civic Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Old Country Buffet - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront located?

This Free Soil vacation home is on the beach, steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Manistee National Golf Course and Tainer Lake. Manistee Lake and Magoon Creek Nature Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).

In The Woods - Pet Friendly Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 53 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shellz A., Grass Lake MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Can't wait to go back!
Finding a pet-friendly place that welcomed both our dogs and cat was quite challenging, especially since I couldn't find a trustworthy cat sitter. When I stumbled upon this listing, I booked it right away. We wanted a secluded spot with a fire pit, surrounded by nature, and this house exceeded our expectations. The directions, rules, check-in, and check-out procedures were straightforward and easy to follow. Upon arrival, the house was spotless and even had some leftover firewood! Though the pond level was low, we enjoyed searching for fish and watching deer drink in the mornings. We walked the small trail behind the house 4-5 times daily; it was the perfect length for dog walks and a great workout. While I wished we could have explored more of the trail, we respected the no trespassing signs. During one of our drives, we discovered a backroad leading to a spooky trail with no cell service—it was a blast! We are already planning to return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SYLVAIN L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful location
From the moment I opened the curtains and saw the fall colored trees and the lovely pond out front I knew this was going to be the quiet retreat we were looking for. Wether walking the trails or driving we saw many deer squirrels and birds. This home is a gem it was clean and had everything we needed. Would love to stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEN K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable
Totally enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

WADE S., Flint, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location and Space
This is the second time my wife, dog and I have stayed here and it was just as great as the last time we stayed. The house is nice and clean, the pond is great and it's very peacefully located out in the woods. Plan on staying here again next year at least once.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend Getaway
We needed a weekend away and found this gem. It was great! The pond was a little low but we still fished and the kids loved playing in the sand and water. We took the paddle boat out a few times. Not only that, but we were only 15 minutes away from Manistee. We were able to drive to town and spend some time on the beach. The downtown is great to walk around. And it was nice to come back to the house and enjoy the peace and quiet. The house was great too! The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. Overall great experience, we would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Adam S.

Vacation was fun
Good place with privacy but still close to Ludington state park beach and dunes
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Perfect quiet getaway, if you’re looking for a place to relax and unwind this is it. Far enough out to where you don’t hear people or cars but close enough to town for supplies. Property was clean and just as described, property management was nice and quick to respond. We had a wonderful weekend relaxing and swimming. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Had a great time! Beautiful and peaceful property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best place!
My husband and I stayed for an extended weekend with our 3 pups and it was the perfect getaway. Highly highly recommend staying! The dogs loved the pond and all the sand, we will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet getaway
We enjoyed the cabin. It was set up great. We are already taking about coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fresh air and forest retreat
My sister (68) and I (75) wanted to get away to northern Michigan for rest and relaxation. The cabin is located in the woods with a trail going off the property. We also enjoyed watching for fish in the pond and for deer coming to drink from it. It was a great vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manistee remote stay
Very nice place, we were lucky to See several deer including babies. The location was good for us to go to hikes, beaches or towns. A very pleasant experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Great property as described. Has everything we need. We will book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay!
Had a wonderful time. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We loved how secluded this location was and it's proximity to Ludington and Manistee. It was nice to make use of the fire pit and a great view of the stars. We didn't make use of the pond as it was much lower water level than we expected but also it was colder during our visit. Would highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody b.

Liked: Cleanliness
:)
Another great family getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

WADE S., Flint, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding property and Location
It was a very nice property, in a secluded area with under 15 minute drive to a dog friendly Lake Michigan beach near Manistee. The property was as anticipated for a nice getaway and would highly recommend staying here. My only issue was some minor trash left around the pond and dog waste that wasn't picked up. I love that its a animal friendly spot but figured the previous visitors or the cleaning crew would pick those things up. Regardless, I will definitely be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!
We had a fantastic stay. The location was absolutely perfect - easily accessible but secluded and private, exactly what we were looking for and exactly what was advertised. The kids and dogs pretty much lived in the pond all week! The place was very clean and had all the basics we needed. The property manager was quickly responsive to a minor issue we had upon check-in. Would love to stay again, next year won't come soon enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
Very relaxing stay quiet and off the beaten path. House was very clean on arrival
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Eric d.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Trip
Decent stay. The property is very nice and private. Cleanliness and cost left a lot to be desired. Check in and check out was very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing home away from home
I was looking for a place to stay for the weekend close enough to our boat slip in Manistee but secluded like our home. I found this beatiful quiet gem here and had a wonderful time. My 11 year old cur had an even better time swimming in the pond attempting to catch fish and frogs. All amenities were present, down to the grill and hose. Sleeping was very comfortable. A very pleasant stay indeed. Will have to book this property again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Getaway!
We stayed for a long weekend as a quick family getaway and loved it! The kids loved fishing in the pond, as well as paddling around in the boat. You get the best of both worlds with this house. It is quiet and secluded, while town and Lake Michigan are only 15 minutes away. We definitely plan to come back and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Up North Michigan Experience!
We had a wonderful time overall. The property is big, beautiful and very secluded. We were looking for the camping experience with some extra amenities and that is exactly what we got. The cabin is very close to Manistee and Ludington so I figured we'd take a few day trips to check out the sights but we ended up spending most of our time on the property, swimming, exploring and relaxing. Our girls (ages 3 & 5) absolutely loved the swimming hole and had a blast. The only negative is that there is no wi-fi but I fortunately had a decent cell signal so it worked out.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manistee vaca home in the woods with pond
Neat, clean, convenient, kids lived the pond!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin D., Oak Park, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
You won't be disappointed.
We had a lovely stay! Cabin was very clean, well maintained. The property is secluded, private in the woods. My husband caught a bass in the pond the first day. We brought our dog, who loved the pond. Saw deer passing through, heard coyotes at night. It's a 15 min. drive to hikes, beaches, downtown Manistee riverwalk with shops and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022