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Secluded log cabin in Manistee Nat'l Forest with access to Lake Michigan beach.

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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SPECTACULAR VIEW!
Lake Michigan - explore the secluded beach with family and friends.
Another perfect sunset!
The Tunnel of Love! Access to Lake Michigan awaits.
The views are awe inspiring...

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Manistee, MI
  • Place, Manistee National Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Front Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Rear Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded log cabin in Manistee Nat'l Forest with access to Lake Michigan beach.

Secluded log cabin just yards away from Lake Michigan, and bordering Manistee National Forest. 'Little Bear' cabin is nestled in a mature pine grove. Although there is no lake view from Little Bear cabin, you only have a short 250 foot walk to our other property, Big Bear lake house, here you have your own private dune on and overlooking Lake Michigan - now with access to Lake Michigan via a new set on stairs down the dune.
At the top of the dune there is a huge open yard, gazebo, and picnic area overlooking Lake Michigan! It offers spectacular views of the lake all year round, and all seasons are magnificent. The newly built stairs on the dune will take you directly to the white sand beach on Lake Michigan!
At Little Bear cabin, you have the seclusion of the forest. You can also walk directly into beautiful Manistee National Forest. The trails start a few hundred yards from your porch. This area is perfect for year round vacation fun: hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and is a short drive to the Little River casino.
Two bedrooms with 5 beds that sleeps 5. Your stay includes free Starlink satellite internet.
Pet friendly for house-trained, non-aggressive and well-behaved pets - max 2 pets. There is a one-time $50 pet fee per stay.
Please note: Accessing Lake Michigan is via a staircase on the high dune. Please follow safety guidelines and access at your own risk.

NEW!! If your dates are unavailable, if you are looking for a wilderness retreat, or looking for larger accommodations, please check out our sister property - River Bear Retreat - with two full bathrooms (double master layout) and sleeps 8 people on 18 acres, across from the Little Manistee River - https://www.vrbo.com/3386516 (same owners/managers/crew)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please contact me to review your event. Thank you.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$50 pet fee per stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Access the stairs, beach and lake at your own risk. Please follow posted guidelines in the cabin for your own safety.
Our basic rates are for 2 guests. With more than 2 guests, the $35 per guest per stay fee is used to cover laundry, cleaning and utility costs.
The $50 Pet Fee helps us cover the cleaning, laundry, and maintenance costs for your pets. Please bring pet bed/blankets/towels and pick up waste.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please contact me to review your event. Thank you.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Manistee

Located in Manistee, this cabin is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness, while Ramsdell Theater and Manistee County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
Manistee, MI

What's nearby

  • Manistee National Golf Course - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • beach - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Magoon Creek Nature Area - 16 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Manistee North Pierhead Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Little River Casino - 28 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Bungalow - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Windward - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Jail House Bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded log cabin in Manistee Nat'l Forest with access to Lake Michigan beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Secluded log cabin in Manistee Nat'l Forest with access to Lake Michigan beach. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded log cabin in Manistee Nat'l Forest with access to Lake Michigan beach. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded log cabin in Manistee Nat'l Forest with access to Lake Michigan beach. located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Lake Michigan. Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness and Magoon Creek Nature Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 230 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin and access to nice beach. Short drive to extensive trails and beaches in Manistee National Forest.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

suzette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice clean secluded cabin. A short walk to Lake Michigan to enjoy the beach ! If you don’t want to climb the stairs from the beach you can sit up top and enjoy the view. You can have a campfire at the cabin in your private back yard surrounded by beautiful pine trees. A Perfect place to stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Z.

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

Peace and quiet

Loved our stay! Perfect clean, cozy and private retreat. Loved having the entire beach to ourselves! Best view for sunsets as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

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

Family adventure

A wonderful stay. We just this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shay and Andrea A.

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

Wonderful Time

Beautiful property, we had so much fun. Recommend to anyone who is looking for a place to stay for private events.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great beach

Cozy cabin across the street from the lake, easy access to Lake Michigan. Dirt road in, so your vehicle will not stay clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franklin J.

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

Scenic Solitude with close proximity to historic Victorian community of Manistee

Located in the vicinity of the Manistee National Forest yet still only about 10 minutes to the nearby city of Manistee. Wonderful place to visit. Take in a movie at restores historic Vogue movie theater, shop the unique stores and enjoy delicious food and local libations. In addition to the private access beach at the Little & Big Bear cabins, there are a number of amazing public beaches in close proximity. The owners/hosts of this property, Kent and Pam, have arranged for all the basics and then some. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

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

Great place to stay

Host was great place was clean, we enjoyed our stay and will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R.

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

Cabin by Lk Michigan

Great place and very hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell W.

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

Great stay by the lake

Great spot. A real hidden gem on the Michigan coast. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Little Bear Cabin

Very beatiful and cozy place! The hosts are very respectful and easy to work with. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great place

This is the second time we have stayed here and it was just as beautiful as last time. We already have another trip booked for later in the year!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

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

Seculed cabin, clean and comfy

Great stay for us and our two dogs, plenty of privacy and not far from any parks or cities of Ludington or Manistee. Great views of Lake Michigan from the bluff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Wonderful Cabin

This is one of the nicest cabins my husband and I have ever stayed in. It's clean, cozy, well stocked, and a short walk from absolutely stunning views of Lake Michigan. Even with the secluded setting, there was still plenty to do nearby. Beaches, dunes, trails, and grocery stores were easily accessible. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea R.

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

Family Trip

The property was beautiful. Nice distance from town. Plenty of opportunities to hike in both forest & beaches
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary A., michigan

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

Summer 3 day getway

I very much enjoyed the cabin, very well stocked with all things we could need. Loved being a crossed street from Lake Michigan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

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

Wonderful experience

It's a great place to stay. Quiet (my kids were the loudest noise for miles), comfortable, and well situated for excursions to local beaches. Owners gave great instructions and recommendations on which beaches to try, as well as local store locations for anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Rose N., Grand Rapids, MI

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

Great little place.

Everything about our experience here was fantastic. The cabin was super cute and clean. The view of the lake was spectacular. The woods and wildlife were a fun bonus. All in all a great getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Cabin in the woods

Beautiful area. We were surrounded by tall pines and Lake MI is across the street. Very relaxing 😌!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci B.

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

Perfect pause after a busy school year!

Just exactly what three working moms needed! Can’t wait to return!! Thank you so much, Kent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Great quiet place.

This a great and quiet place in the woods near the shore. It’s pretty remote but Nordhouse Dunes and Magoon Creek are good natural areas somewhat nearby with beaches that aren’t heavily used. Note that you can’t access the beach from here and you can’t walk there. Need to drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt H., Columbus, OH

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

Quite Peaceful Cabin

We had a wonderful time enjoying the views of Lake Michigan, the wildlife, and the calmness of nature. This little cabin was a great getaway from our normal hustle and bustle. If you are looking for peace and quite in a private setting, this cabin is for you. Clean, well maintained property with the right amenities and wonderful service from owner. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Perfect little getaway

Me and my girlfriend wanted to find a cabin where we would have some privacy in the woods. This is exactly what we wanted, my only complaint the pictures make it look like the cabin is on the water but it is across the street (not a big deal for us). The cabin is very well stocked with everything you could need to make your stay wonderful. Only other thing I would ask of the owner is that they put some sort of sign at the end of driveway marking it as little bear cabin, it was a little difficult to find at first. We had the best trip we have had together!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bridget P., Saline, Michigan USA

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

Cozy cabin

Cozy little cabin with all you need for a comfortable stay. Sparkling clean. Peaceful and private setting to enjoy sunsets and the backyard fire pit. Great communication with owner. Plus Kent went above and beyond in helping us get set up with Starlink internet. After following his instructions in changing our iPhone settings, we were able to phone and text with no trouble. Super fast internet connection but we were so busy exploring the area and enjoying the outdoors that we barely used it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Midh M.

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

A fantastic place to decompress

We stayed for a week and loved this property, it is a true gem. Between the pine woods in the back, the amazing lake overlooks across the street (you have access to a lake overlook) and the Manistee Forest down the road, we could have just hunkered down here and decompressed. We did go out to either Manistee (about 15 mins away) or to Ludington (about 35 mins away) once a day. We had our two dogs with us and they had a big blast. We saw great sunsets from the overlook, took leisurely walks and occasionally watched some deer running around the property. Sadly, did not bring the bikes this time, but we will be back with them soon. Kent has written up some great recommendations on what to do in the area, especially if you have dogs. We had a chance to meet him a couple of times and he is a great guy. As Kent noted in the listing, no direct beach access right now because of the erosion. He has some suggestions on how to get on the lake, including a dog friendly beach about 15 mins away. We got our beach fix that way. As other reviewers noted, the couch is so-so. The beds are better than average. But if you are looking for a secluded place to decompress, everything else is top-notch. Last time we were in the area, we stayed in Ludington near Stearns park. But staying at this cabin was a far better experience (and better value).
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kent

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What makes this property unique

Little Bear is situated in a pine forest - very provided and secluded. It is also located across the road from Big Bear lake house (which we also own) - just a few hundred yards away. Renters of Little Bear are provided access to the dune and yard at Big Bear overlooking Lake Michigan. Watch the beautiful sunsets over Lake Michigan or just hang out and enjoy the yard and dune.

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