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Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan!

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Beach
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan!

Welcome to Basswood Hideaway!
Escape to this family-friendly Western Michigan cabin near Lake Michigan! Nestled between Pentwater and Ludington, this property is located a short (3-minute) drive from the fresh waters of Lake Michigan and a quick (5-minute) walk from Bass Lake. Ideal for both relaxation and adventure, Basswood Hideaway promises a memorable stay for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Accommodation:
Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements: Two cozy bedrooms, one featuring a queen-size bed and one with a full-size bed, plus a convenient queen-size sofa sleeper on the spacious porch/entryway.
Home Comforts: Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen, one full bathroom, TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi for those rainy days indoors.

Outdoor Adventures and Amenities:
Lake Michigan Access: Just a half-mile to Summit Park or the family-friendly Bass Lake Outlet Beach, where you can enjoy sandy beaches and stunning sunsets. Summit Park has the additional attraction of a playground, tennis and basketball courts, and a picnic area.
Bass Lake Fun: Minutes away from boating, fishing, and water sports at Bass Lake and its outlet with access to Lake Michigan.
Explore Pentwater: Located only 10 minutes away, this village is bursting with local charm and events.
Additional Perks: Use of two kayaks (with paddles and life jackets), a charcoal grill, beach chairs, and a cooler to enhance your outdoor experience. Take the kayaks to the Bass Lake boat ramp and kayak your way to Lake Michigan (approx. 1 hour round-trip) or pack a cooler full of snacks and drinks and head to the beach for the day.

Evening Enjoyment:
Relax around the firepit for a peaceful evening under the stars or gather inside for a cozy night with your favorite shows and movies.

Good to Know:
Pet-Friendly: Your furry friends are welcome! A fee of $100 per pet applies, with a maximum of two pets.
Smoke-Free Environment
Respect Our Space: We ask that guests refrain from hosting parties or large events to maintain the tranquility of our retreat.

Book Your Stay at Basswood Hideaway:
Discover your perfect getaway, combining seclusion near Lake Michigan with convenient access to the area’s top attractions. Whether you’re looking to unwind or explore, our Western Michigan cabin is the ideal base for your adventures.

Property manager

West Shore Vacation Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Safety features at this property include 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Basswood Hideaway Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake Lake Michigan!
1205-217217

About the neighborhood

Map
Pentwater, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Jomagrha Vineyards and Winery - 7 min drive
  • Charles Mears State Park - 10 min drive
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 17 min drive
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 19 min drive
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Murphy's Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Antler Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Green Isaac’s - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bortell's Fisheries - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Bear - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan! located?

Situated in Ludington, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Summit Township Park and Lake Michigan. Jomagrha Vineyards and Winery and Huron-Manistee National Forest are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donna J., Sterling Heights

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in nice location.
We stayed in this cabin August 2024 and it definitely has the cabin smell that’s a little overwhelming when you first enter. It was fine for us to come back to in the evening after our day trips. Close to visit Ludington and Pentwater. Also Lake Michigan or inland Bass Lake for beach days. The carpet and couch could use a good shampoo otherwise, it was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Vacation with grown kids and other family in a different cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Pentwater Trip
The property was very clean and had a few bonus items like a basketball hoop & ball, kayaks & cart, smart TV and two seating areas. It is located at the opening of a quiet no outlet road which was perfect for walking the dogs. We had a wonderful time staying at Basswood Hideaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina W., Avon Lake, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake House
Very clean, well kept and fully stocked place. Have stayed there twice now while in town visiting family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Ryan M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Don’t worry about the roaches
Initially property looked clean and well taken care of. After a day went by my wife killed a bug on the counter and showed it to me. She said it was the fifth ones she’s killed. At first glance it appeared to be a cockroach. After some online searching it was confirmed to be a roach. We communicated the issue with the host and we were told they would send someone out and thanked us for making them aware, with kids and dogs we opted to wait. We seen and killed 3 more of the next 2 days and one night while searching for our son’s blanket found cockroach traps all throughout the house. This lead me to believe they were aware and didn’t communicate it with us. We again contacted the host and were told nobody else complained about them and the cockroach poison was just precautionary. We were also told it’s a cabin in the woods bugs should be expected. We are home now washing and sanitizing all our belongings in hopes not to bring cockroaches into our home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property! Clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Conrad S.

Christmas
Overpriced for the service. No water, no toilet paper
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic little Spot!!
Awesome location with great beaches very close by. House was perfect for our family of 4. Would definitely recommend for anybody looking to check out the dunes and wonderful beaches in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Michigan Family Vacation
Very comfortable cabin. Had a small issue with the pump that was handled extremely efficiently. Very please with the attentiveness. Overall had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Getaway
We had a nice time. The location was peaceful and close to stuff we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hideaway
Great property. Very clean. As advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nostalgic
Loved my stay. The cabin has the old michigan musk to it, but in the best way. It reminds me of going up north when I was a kid. And for the price you can't really beat the location. Also, in the cabin you'll find a binder with recommendations for beaches, food, hiking, etc. Much appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan family vacation
This was a lovely property to spend time with family. Had a fire most evenings. The sleeper on the porch wasn't the most comfortable so we used an air matress and that worked great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kelsey e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation spot
We had a wonderful time staying at this property. Nice little beach called the outlet right down the road and close to downtown Pentwater, which was an adorable little town. Very dog friendly, Lake Michigan Mears state park has a really nice dog beach and it wasn’t overly crowded. The cottage was great, they had all the amenities and it was very clean. Wi-Fi worked great and the had google tv in the bed room to snuggle and watch movies at night. Property was quiet, it is off lakeshore drive and some people speed through the windy road. However, the house is set far enough back from the road that it’s not dangerous to have pups or children out front. Beach chairs and other beach items in the shed for use! Loved that the provided a binder with a list of restaurants, beaches, activities and more with a description for each, very helpful. If you are looking for a nice day activity, Stoney Lake Stables is about a half hour drive and they offer horse riding through trails. All in all, awesome vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bev P., Lockport

Liked: Cleanliness
Deep woods stay
Perfectly located for golf at Ludington and local breweries and wineries Clean and all the amenities of home Highly recommend Will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eve a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place in the woods.
Very clean and well presented.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daphne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and relaxing
Great little property with fast response from the management also helping us when I let her know of a small problem after check out it’s a little stuffy but opened all the windows and aired it out the cabin keeps very cool with only on window unit and it’s so close to the lake! It was very relaxing with everything that you need in the kitchen for cooking ,comfortable beds
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Brittany G., Chicago, IL, USA

A great cabin weekend!
We stayed with family for a long cabin weekend. It is definitely a woodsy cabin/cottage vibe. Bugs included. It’s very cozy. And the Dog friendly cabin was key! Restaurants/shopping in Ludington and Pentwater are a quick drive. Overall, worked out perfect for us
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, great location!
Location was perfect, so much to do in the area. House is very close to two off-the-beaten path Lake Michigan beaches, a short walk to Bass Lake, and only a short drive to Pentwater or Ludington. Aside from the location, the house was clean, cozy, and nostalgic. The binder was very useful in providing ideas for things to do or see that we wouldn't have discovered otherwise. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hector C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and clean
Cabin was just as described. Clean, 2 bedrooms. Open living area/kitchen setup was good for our small group. Chairs, grill and swim stuff in the shed. Close to Bass lake and Lake Michigan. Check out the Bass lake outlet to Lake Michigan. Great spot for kids to swim, fish in the river, and the Great Lakes all in one spot. My wife liked the cabin because it was very clean. Fire pit was nice at night. Overall relaxing trip in a clean cabin! We would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice visit. Is close to Lake Michigan and Bass Lake.
Was a nice get away. Like that the owners have a picnic table, grill and chairs in the shed. Nice fire pit and the lights around the fire pit are nice. Wish the lake had more access for fishing. Overall the cabin worked well for what we were looking for and we enjoyed our time there.

10/10 Excellent

Missanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The only thing is the mattress wasn’t very comfortable in one of the rooms. Everything else about the cabin was great! It was very clean. Close to the water. Pretty much everything we needed was there. We were able to cook almost every night which we wanted to do. The living room was really cozy and we were all able to sit on the couch comfortably to watch movies. Good thing because it rained the whole time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our short stay
Online listing stated bedding for 6, but it was only bedding for 4. Online listing said Washer and Dryer, but there was none. Plumbing was a total disaster, nothing was draining; toilet, shower, or kitchen sink.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn O., Livonia MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
The cottage itself was perfect, everything worked great, the water pressure was low, but there was plenty of hot water. We had our dog with us, and the cottage is on a corner, and for it being a winding, very dark road, the cars drove extremely fast in front of the cottage, so that was an issue with having our dog. The only other thing I would mention was, the view of the neighbors across the street, wasnt the best thing to stare at if you wanted to sit by the fire or hang outside. We spent most of our time away from the cottage, since there was no privacy in the yard. The road that the cottage is on is a beautiful drive, and the location is centrally located to visit Ludington/Lake MI.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021