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Log Cabin home on the Sturgeon River in Indian River

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Summer 2022 from the front!
New patio & chairs 2022, smokeless campfire steps from the Sturgeon River
Terrace/patio
Weber Propane Grill
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Big Bear Adventures
  • Place, Burt Lake State Park
  • Place, Cross In The Woods National Shrine
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Downstairs bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Log Cabin home on the Sturgeon River in Indian River

Relax by the Sturgeon River or enjoy the fresh air on the back porch of our fully furnished log home, watching the ducks play and float past. Our lodge is tucked away on a quiet road that follows the Sturgeon River and yet is also right in town. Walk or bike ½ mile into downtown Indian River to shop with Devoe Beach on Burt Lake, the Indian River, and bike / snowmobile trails less than a mile away. Enjoy kayaking, canoeing, or tubing down the Sturgeon River and Indian River. Fish for trout or walleye right in from the edge of the backyard. At the end of the day, enjoy sitting by the firepit.

Our Lodge:
After your adventures, wind down with a cool house during summer turning on central air when necessary or stay toasty with the gas fireplace during the winter.

Your group will sleep comfortably in 3 bedrooms with 2 containing queen beds and one containing both a queen and twin bed. Getting ready in the morning is easy with 2 bathrooms. In the evening, play games at the dinner table, watch a movie on 47” flat screen TV, or curl up in the loft to read a book or surf the web (free high speed WiFi). For mealtime, dine out, enjoy dinner in the backyard watching the wildlife and river, or dine inside using the fully equipped kitchen.

Our lodge sits back from the road with plenty of driveway for whatever toys you may bring with you.

Indian River area:
Our lodge is located directly on the Sturgeon River. Quaint downtown Indian River and grocery store are located less than ½ mile. Both Devoe Beach on Burt Lake and the bike / snowmobile path are less than 1 mile.

Perfect location for both outdoor and indoor activities year round. Boat down the Indian River to either Burt Lake or through natural wildlife habitat to Mullet Lake. The public launch on Indian River is about 1 mile away. Kayak, canoe, or tube on Sturgeon River. Rentals are located in town or bring your own. Enjoy Indian River’s Summerfest the 3rd week in July, or the Top O’ Michigan boat races in August. Venture a little further to swim in spectacular waterfalls about 30 miles east at Ocqueoc Falls.

Winter sports include snowmobiling, snow shoeing, or cross country and downhill skiing. Snowmobile trail is less than a mile away. Skiing areas are about 20 minutes away.

Springtime includes enjoying the area or fishing. In Autumn, take a drive through the Tunnel of Trees about 25 minutes away to see the colors.

View or drive over the Mackinac Bridge about 30 miles, visit a haunted lighthouse about 60 miles, or spend a magical day on Mackinac Island with a ferry from Mackinaw City about 30 miles.

Shopping options abound right here in downtown Indian River, or nearby historic Gaslight Village in Petoskey, or Harbor Springs. Indian River provides wonderful dining options nearby or venture a little further (about 30 min) for a wider variety of selections Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Mackinaw City, and Cheboygan.

Additional details:
Our lodge includes free high speed WiFi, central air, fully equipped kitchen, fresh linens, flat screen TV with a Roku for streaming with your accounts, Playstation 3 for DVD and BluRay movies and games, washer and dryer, gas grill for BBQ-ing, and parking. Please bring your own beach towels.

Pellston Regional Airport is the nearest airport about 30 minutes while Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City is a larger airport about 2 hours away.

Policies:
No smoking
No Pets
No parties
No fireworks
No Garage use. However, access to the back door is through the Garage, which provides plenty of space for your outdoor gear, shoes/boots, etc.
No access to the shed.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Repeat guest bookings are exclusively at the discretion of the host. Not all repeat guests will be approved and may result in cancellation.
Quiet hours between 10pm and 6am per Tuscarora Township

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
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Indian River

Located in Indian River, this cabin is on the waterfront. Michigan Central Depot Historical Marker and Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Burt Lake State Park and Agnes S. Andreae Nature Preserve. Big Bear Adventures and Chillermania! are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Indian River, MI

What's nearby

  • Big Bear Adventures - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Burt Lake State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Devoe Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cross In The Woods National Shrine - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Indian River Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Yaz’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Noka - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Seasons of the North Winery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Log Cabin home on the Sturgeon River in Indian River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Log Cabin home on the Sturgeon River in Indian River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Log Cabin home on the Sturgeon River in Indian River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Log Cabin home on the Sturgeon River in Indian River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Big Bear Adventures, Burt Lake and Devoe Beach. Cross In The Woods National Shrine and Indian River Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place. Our 2nd time staying there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for our golf trip. The cabin was clean, quiet, and had plenty of space for seven of us. The river in the backyard was beautiful, and the location felt really private. Check-in was easy. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rona H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great, location was great. House wasn’t far from town, but you were in the country with the river running right behind the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house, yard, and amenities were top notch and Curt was super responsive throughout our stay. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as advertised. Responsive Host. The kitchen / dining area is equipped and lends itself to family style meal prep and enjoyable sit-down meals. Peaceful location and beautiful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne C.

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

Great River house

Sparkling clean, great amenities, fast WIFI, Everything was superb , we will come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Sturgeon Lodge

The property is nice, the home clean and accommodating and close to things to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Summer family vacation

Beautiful cabin! We enjoyed a fun and relaxing week. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim s.

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

vacation

The place was awesome. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Riverside Cabin

Great place, awesome upstairs bedroom!! Will book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane P.

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

Ski weekend that wasn’t

Lack of snow didn’t ruin our short getaway. The cabin was clean and cozy with enough room for our group. The background is lovely with the river flowing by. Very peaceful, but close to everything. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Fifth Year in a Row at Lazy Sturgeon Lodge!

Since our first year at Lazy Sturgeon in 2020 and this last one in 2024, we are always awestruck by how clean and roomy it is.And it is so cozy and comfortable—we relax as soon as we come through the door. Our daughter and son-in-law and our two grandchildren (ages 6 and 17 months) come with us on our annual trip to Indian River, and we never feel cramped—so much room! We all highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim V.

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

Lazy Sturgeon

Just awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Take a few for us girls weekend

We had the most wonderful time. The cabin was so clean, organized and had everything we could possibly want for our weekend stay. It was comfortable and private. The backyard fire area and river were just mesmerizing and so calming. We had the best best chats and laughs. Close to town but out on our own at the cabin. We had trails to walk, brew pubs to see , chocolate to eat and wind to have around a fire. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S., Detroit-metro

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

Weekend at Lazy Sturgeon

Listing was accurate. Plenty of room for us two but can easily accommodate 6-7 adults with no problem. Adequate space but still a cozy, warm feel. Near the end of the dead-end means no traffic. Walking distance to grocery and other amenities. Super clean, comfortable, and well equipped. Nice to have some access to the garage space.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wenyuan B.

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

Perfect cozy getaway to unwind

We were very excited to stay at this cabin and we were not disappointed! Not only is it warm, welcoming and fun but it has everything to cover all your needs and wants away from home. The location was convenient for our visit to Petosky, Mackinaw and Tahquamenon Falls. On rainy days, we enjoyed fishing off the river in the backyard, visiting the state park right across the street, enjoying the many games in the house and movies on the streaming services available. There aren't too many restaurant options around but the kitchen is amazing and the market is a mile away and we picked up takeout from restaurants on our way back from day trips. Our 4.5 year old asked several times if we can come again and we've already recommended this cozy cabin to friends and family. Thank you, Curt for the hospitality and sharing your wonderful cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and setting. Has everything you need and is very clean. Centrally located to easily enjoy all of Northern Michigan including the UP.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was neat and clean and it was a beautiful place and setting. Very close to town and the boat launch was very handy being about a half mile away. We would definitely stay there again for our next fishing adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay this year. We like it because it’s comfortable, on the river, and close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. Home was spacious and cleaned with full kitchen and many unexpected amenities. The home was perfectly located to access all northern Michigan has to offer. Thanks for sharing your home. Would definitely stay here again or recommend to our friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

audra m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely love everything about the home !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

imad h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The area was nice, but the cabin was even better, it had everything and was kept up well. Perfect fit for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Sturgeon River Lodge and we enjoyed it even more. The house is in perfect shape with everything you might need. The owner is very responsive and great to work with. We highly recommend this great property on the Sturgeon River.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawnda H.

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

Fabulous Cabin on the Sturgeon River

We stayed at this lovely cabin for a little over a week. The check-in and check-out process was easy. Clear and detailed info was provided before arrival. They gave a lovely card and welcome gift. The place was clean and spacious. We definitely enjoyed the view of the water while sitting on the nice patio out back. We had little kiddos and it was nice that they had some games for the days we weren’t at the beach. This place feels secluded but is very conveniently located to shops, restaurants, and the beach. I would highly recommend this place to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Curt Coulter

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Hello, we’re Curt & Jerilynn

We were both born in Michigan down state, and while we’ve lived elsewhere, Michigan has remained our home - and Indian River our happy place for multiple generations of our family - which we are fortunate enough to live in full time since early 2016.

We enjoy jet skiing and boating through the natural wildlife habitat on Burt and Mullet lakes, living on the fabulous fast flowing & spring fed Sturgeon River, watching the ducks float down the river any time of the year, snowmobiling on the hundreds of miles of local trails, or simply going out to dinner at the fantastic local eateries.

We hope you’ll come visit our Lazy Sturgeon Lodge and fall in love with all that Northern Michigan’s wildlife, trees, lakes and rivers have to offer as we have.

Why they chose this property

We live nearby on the Sturgeon River, and the never ending, refreshing and clean spring fed flow is a calming and peaceful wonder. Between canoeing & kayaking, fishing and floating the Sturgeon, and the 38 miles of Inland lakes and waterways that it spills into at Burt lake 2 miles downstream, this part of Michigan is a nature lover's paradise.

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