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Gus`s Stump, a scenic retreat by all of the winter and summer fun of Michigan.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Boyne Falls, MI
  • Boyne Mountain
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • SkyBridge Michigan
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom - Football Room

2 Single Beds

Bedroom - Nana Room

2 Single Beds

Bedroom - Stream Room

1 King Bed

Bedroom - Wicker Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Gus`s Stump, a scenic retreat by all of the winter and summer fun of Michigan.

Gus`s Stump

In Boyne Falls, Michigan, there is a tranquil property that sits on the North Branch of the Boyne River. The property is called Gus`s Stump. Over the fireplace sits a lovely picture of a special tree stump nestled along the river s edge. A friend of my parents painted this picture capturing the year-round natural beauty of the property.

My father and mother and many other family members and friends have found this home to be a haven from everyday life, peaceful and pristine. For some 60 years we have enjoyed the beauty of Northern Michigan and the comfort of this escape.

My father purchased this property in the 1950 s while playing football for the Detroit Lions. (They were repeat champions in those years). It was the perfect place for him and his mates to retreat to when they needed some down time. They had access to the finest ski areas in the state, great beaches, and an easy drive to the Upper Peninsula. Since those years the number of activities in the surrounding areas has skyrocketed while Gus`s Stump has remained a sanctuary in the middle of it all.

The property sits on 40 private acres and butts up against two nature preserves for literally hundreds of acres of completely undeveloped up-north nature. You can fish in the stream or sun on the large deck. A camp fire is almost a must. Gus s Stump sits in the Township of Boyne Falls. It is a short drive to Boyne, Petosky, and Gaylord, and less than an hour to Charlevoix or Mackinac Island. The entrance to Boyne Mountain is exactly five miles away. All of up north from the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes to Traverse City is within reach.

We want to share this treasure with you. You will find the entire property newly renovated. Your time away will be as peaceful as you image it and as exciting as you want it to be. Delight in your stay, and please, feel at home.

Property manager

Jeff Kalil

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
We're happy to discuss your events and parties.
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Pets

No pets allowed
We're happy to discuss you bringing your pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The limit on guests is 8 including young children. If an error or emergency arises a fee of $60 per person (over 8) per night will be charged.
An outdoor trail camera overlooks the parking area. Pets and parties can be discussed on a case-by-case basis.
A fee of $200 will be charged for smoking indoors. If guests do smoke outside please make sure butts are put out and discarded in the trash.

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: We're happy to discuss your events and parties.
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Boyne Falls

Located in Boyne Falls, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Boyne Mountain and Monument Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Young State Park and Danton Family Nature Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boyne Falls, MI

What's nearby

  • Boyne Mountain - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Lake Thumb - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Deer Lake - 15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • SkyBridge Michigan - 18 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eagles Nest - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boyne Falls E-Z Mart - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Forty Acres Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Betty's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Everett's Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gus`s Stump, a scenic retreat by all of the winter and summer fun of Michigan. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gus`s Stump, a scenic retreat by all of the winter and summer fun of Michigan.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gus`s Stump, a scenic retreat by all of the winter and summer fun of Michigan.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gus`s Stump, a scenic retreat by all of the winter and summer fun of Michigan. located?

Located on a river, this Boyne Falls holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Thumb, Boyne Mountain and Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark. Monument Golf Course and Deer Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna G., United States

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

Pleasant Stay

Had a nice weekend stay at Gus's Stump. Our family enjoyed the home and found the firepit set-up, bubbling creek sounds and back deck very relaxing! Suited our needs and was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Relaxing by the river

We had a great stay at Gus's Stump! The backyard and the river are so peaceful. We loved the location and did a quick drive to beaches in Charlovoix and Petoskey and even did a day trip at Mackinaw Island. The house was spacious. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari L.

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

Excellent!

We loved our time at Gus' Stump! The stream filled with trout winding through the nature preserve filled with Birch trees was exactly what we were looking for. The cabin is comfortable and clean, with plenty of space. The location is great if you want to experience other Northern Michigan highlights.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Perfect house!

Had everything we needed and in a great location. Jeff was really nice and on top of everything. Hopefully coming back next year
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

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

Michigan trip

Great place to stay. The property is beautiful. Check in was easy and Jeff was responsive and beyond helpful. We visited the nearby Waterpark, skybridge and went to the beaches. I recommend the Petosky beaches over the others. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TIM J.

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

Awesomeness

Peaceful, well maintained cabin with all you need for comfort and convenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelli c.

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

Winter wonderland

Could not speak higher of the amazing rental experience. A beautiful location, set-up and the most responsive host. We loved every minute and hope to make visits a tradition! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Northern Michigan Paradise

Gus' Stump was the perfect place for our family to relax and reboot. Lovely property, great location for what we had planned and relaxing environment. The owners were available for phone contact or texting at a moments notice and had many helpful suggestions on how to maximize our stay. We will definitely keep Gus' Stump in mind for our next Michigan getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim M., Romeo

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

Peaceful setting

We completely enjoyed our stay at Gus's Stump. The cabin was exactly as described and the river and deck were very enjoyable and relaxing. The location was close to many nice beaches, towns and restaurants. Thank you for the close communication and concern for your guests!! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Ann H.

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

Gus's Stump is Amazing!

Our group of 8 adults comfortably fit in this wonderful - rustic property. The setting is amazing - great falling asleep to the sound of the babbling brook. So much outside space to gather and we were cozy gathering inside for meals and games. The home was immaculate at arrival and Jeff stayed in contact to make sure everything was perfect. I would highly recommend this place for your Michigan Vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Carla g.

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

Beautiful setting

Very nice setting. I thought it would be off the road further since it sat on 40 acres traffic noise intermittent. Interior could use updating (too dark). Water had a smell of sulfur.. overall had a good time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Cedar Swamp River Property

Location awesome except for the occasional truck braking & shifting at the curve off the main road which is very close. The small creek was perfect on a hot day to sit right in it! Weather was warm so the cabin was quite hot without AC. Big huge deck, well stocked with TP and paper towels, kitchen well equipped! We put this home on KEEP list!! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary M.

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

great house for family ski trip

This was a great location and house for a post-Christmas family ski trip. Enough room in living area for 4 adults and 4 kids, and plenty of beds/bedroom space. Bathrooms were good sized. Entire house was very clean, warm and comfortable. Nice big open area by door so we had plenty of room to load/unload skis etc. Easy 10 minute drive to Boyne Mountain. Owners checked in with us proactively and responded quickly when we had a question. Would definite stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

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

Woodsy Delight

Wonderful week with the family. Kids lived wading in the stream. All enjoyed making s’mores by the fire-pit. Cabin was very clean. Great to have washer and dryer. The location was central to many places; all within an hour’s drive or less! Also appreciated the communication with owner. 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben v.

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

Cozy Cabin Perfect for a long Ski Weekend

Stayed here with a group of 6 for 3 nights while we skied at Boyne. The cabin was very well suited for our group. Very comfortable and more than spacious enough for all of us. There's a fully usable kitchen and washer/dryer for longer stays and a very cozy living room with gas fireplace and TV. The hosts were very helpful in suggesting some restaurants and activities for our group in the evenings and were readily available to answer any questions via text. To top it off we had the easiest check-in/check-out process of any rental I've stayed in. Truly a pleasure to stay here in every sense of the word and we hope to be back next winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Mountain cabin

It was a wonderful getaway. The cabin in the woods has a couple hiccups. One it sits close to a major road, so there’s lots of traffic noise. Second the woods past the river is swamp land. You need to be very careful where you step. I stepped where I thought was solid ground but it wasn’t. I began to sink deeper and deeper. My husband had to help pull me out. The mud was clear up to my knees and over the tops of my boots. Other than that it was an uneventful getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marsha B.

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

Best Christmas Ever!

We took our family to Gus's for Christmas weekend this year and had a wonderful Christmas. Our hosts made sure we had a Christmas tree so that our Chirstmas morning was as good as being at home. Our host checked in with us several times to make sure everything was going well during our stay. This is a quaint and cozy cottage with plenty of room and the sound of the stream running through the backyard for ambience. Just a few minutes from Boyne Mountain, and just a bit further to some excellent hiking and shopping in Boyne City. It has something for everyone. I highly recommend this destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Casey M.

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

Boyne Falls

This location was good for all the things we wanted to do in Michigan. The fireplace was very nice and cozy. We didn't expect it to be as cold as it was , so having that was nice. One thing to note would be that the woods are pretty marshy, so if you go exploring make sure you have some muck boots or rain boots. There was an apple tree down the road that we managed to get some delicious apples from. The host made sure we had everything we needed and periodically checked in on us.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jenn B.

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

Fall fun

Absolutely beautiful and overall excellent experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Great get away cabin

Our family of 5, including a few small children loved this place. The cabin itself was clean and very inviting. There are a lot of places to sit outside on the deck and around the fire pit. The stream running behind the cabin is awesome. Everyone enjoyed sitting around the fire, making smores and looking up at the beautiful stars. There were thousands of fireflies after dark which was an incredible sight too (late June). The owners were great to deal with also. Our family would definitely recommend Gus' stump...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

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

Perfect for a girls’ weekend

Best place for a relaxing girls weekend where we could sit outside, listen to the river or drive to Traverse City/Mackinac City. Jeff made sure we had everything we needed and was a text away if we didn’t.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Ski week

Perfect place to stay. Close to Boyne, cozy cabin. Had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dina D.

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

Great Place!

We loved our stay and all of Jeff's tips! The house and land is beautiful and in a great spot for stargazing. We'd definitely recommend this place to friends. It was also fun for the group to debate who "Gus" was and why it was his stump throughout the trip. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon T.

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

Beautiful cabin in rustic setting

Loved our stay. The kids loved the cabin, fire pit, stream running through the back, & sitting on the porch. Fantastic location near Boyne City, Petosky, Charlevoix, one hour from Mackinaw City. Will visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

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

Nice and relaxing cottage

We loved our trip, just what we needed to unplug and reconnect as a family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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Hosted by Jeff Kalil

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English, Spanish, Portuguese
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