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Secluded home w/ private grill, gas fireplace, full kitchen, and free WiFi

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Beach
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Arcadia, MI
  • Inspiration Point
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Secluded home w/ private grill, gas fireplace, full kitchen, and free WiFi

Cedar Nook

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This charming home is tucked away in the woods near the CS Mott Nature Preserve, ensuring a calm break away from it all. Two stories include a substantial living room and a full kitchen. Grill on the back porch and enjoy a meal relaxing amongst the trees and gazing out onto the creek. When the sun starts to go down, head inside and tuck in around the gas fireplace.

What's nearby:
This home's secluded nature is definitely part of its charm. But the Arcadia Dunes Nature Preserve provides hiking and incredible views just under four miles away. Public access to Bear Lake is just under seven miles away - the area includes local eateries such as Lakeside Cafe and Grille 44. Good eats (and great greens!) can also be found just over five miles away at Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club.

Things to know:
No cable
Free WiFi
Full kitchen

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC

*Please Note: Crystal Mountain Resort will be limiting access to the ski slopes this winter. All guests arriving during the time the resort is open should be aware to purchase lift tickets in advance as walk-ups may be turned away.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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 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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Arcadia

Located in Arcadia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Michigan Legacy Art Park and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Arcadia, MI

What's nearby

  • Inspiration Point - 13 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Chestnut Hills Golf Course - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Pierport Beach - 20 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 30 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Arcadia Ice House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Swanson's Juice Mill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Apple Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded home w/ private grill, gas fireplace, full kitchen, and free WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded home w/ private grill, gas fireplace, full kitchen, and free WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded home w/ private grill, gas fireplace, full kitchen, and free WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded home w/ private grill, gas fireplace, full kitchen, and free WiFi located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Arcadia Area Historical Museum and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Grebe Park is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charity D.

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

Favorite Little Place

We always love staying at this sweet little spot. Close to trails and birding, so it’s perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra B.

Perfect cottage getaway for two!

Absolutely loved this gem of a place. It looks like a dollhouse. It is perfect for a couple. The location is ideal for Sleeping Bear Dunes, Leelanau Peninsula, Manistee, beach, etc. We are already looking for dates for a return visit.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Loved Cedar Nook!

Terrific northern location close to many beautiful Michigan hiking trails and scenic lookouts. Sweet little cabin tucked next to a babbling brook that is quite enchanting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Aaron S.

Cedar Nook

We enjoyed the location of cabin and the solitude it provided. Was comfortable and had all the basics.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Abraham J.

Great hideaway getaway

Perfect spot for getting away from the city. Great accommodations and lovely locals. Bring your own bathroom towels as they shed a lot and beware of the rodent problem.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Weekend Birthday trip

Perfect location for all things northern Michigan
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

J&V

Love this place! Relaxing, peaceful, cozy! Will stay again.

8/10 Good

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Relaxing

The view from the backyard was amazing. Listening to the creek was so peaceful. Short stay, would come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley S.

Little Cottage

Perfect little house for our family of four. The location was an excellent launching point for day trips in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Jay W.

Very Nice for Two

This quaint home was very clean with everything you need for an out of the way getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Perfect Weekend getaway location!

Loved the back deck with the stream and the loft bedroom with all the windows open! Couch was comfy too. Great location for exploring M22!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

CASSIDY M.

Great

Great location if you’re looking to feel secluded but still not very far lots of cute towns.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Secluded hideaway

This location was perfect for our annual sister weekend trip. The loft bed was one of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in! The deck out back was AMAZING! The bubbling brook, the wildlife, barely any traffic on the road…it was quiet and quaint and had everything we needed…if we ever venture to Arcadia again I would choose this place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Peaceful

We loved this place! So cute and comfy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

Cozy and relaxing

The home is perfect for two! Cozy, comfortable home with a relaxing back deck that felt like a zen retreat!

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Private but close to town

Lovely little cabin in the woods. The deck is relaxing with views of the wooded lot and a babbling creek for relaxation. We enjoyed this little gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Jim J.

Backwoods beauty

Quaint little house in forest setting. Exactly as described in listing. Only concern was the gas grill was filthy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Linda P.

Repeat visitors

The location is wonderful. Quiet and secluded, but close enough to local sights. We have stayed here multiple times and enjoyed the clean and cozy cottage. This year, however, cleanliness seemed to have slipped a little and the trash can outside was overfilled, which caused problems with raccoons at night. I am hopeful that these issues will be addressed and future stays will be back up to their previous 5 star quality.

10/10 Excellent

Rodney W.

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

What You See is What you Get

This is a lovely place. I could easily have stayed another week or two. Five minutes from the Bluffs course and only 10 from the south. The Bed was comfortable, the water hot and the surroundings peaceful. Slept with the Window open to hear the sound of the babbling brook out back. Whoever I am in the area, this will be my go to rental.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Steve L.

Total relaxation

Truly enjoyed our stay here. Very clean and updated. When we were staying here, the weather was cool and foggy, so we weren't able to do much in surrounding areas outside. We had no choice but to stay at the house,by the fire,playing games and reading on the back porch with the relaxing sounds of nature and the stream. You will have to travel about 20 minutes to get to any downtown shopping, but the drives are beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Ken S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Unusual

Nice location and pretty house. The house has a problem! There are animals in the wall and attic. Most likely mice or squirrels but make’s it hard to sleep at night and also why am I being asked to wash the bedding am I not the guest?? Per the instructions sheet on the fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Marie H.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is a hunters resort

Dryer broke husband fixed No vacuum Construction loud across street Electric out 12 hrs Old furniture ( grandma old) Bathroom located on first floor / bedroom in loft Contacted vrbo about garbage overflow for 2 weeks . No service. Shouldn’t have to beg for that Stores 30 min plus Bed way too small for tall people / very hard too No dishwasher. Everything very old. Good for deer hunters. Laundry room outside Dirt road Left a day early to get out of there.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Lindsay S.

Great location, very peaceful!

My husband and I celebrated our 14 year wedding anniversary this past weekend and this location was perfect to kick back and relax with no interruptions! The cabin was very close in proximity to the beach which was nice. The cabin is perfect size for two but could definitely use some updates 😉 Interior lighting fixtures, furniture and decor is a bit dated, but did not hinder our stay. Our few complaints: the water in the shower was either scalding with pressure or warm with a trickle and the lower half of the shower curtain was covered in mold. We struggled a lot with allergies, so thinking that a dehumidifier may be necessary?!? The fireplace did not work even after requesting instructions, so that was a bummer. Thinking it would have been cool to have some sort of outdoor fire pit to enjoy! All in all, we had a nice time-
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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4/10 Poor

Marcus T.

Second time stay

The place was nice but since yhe last time we were there you have changed the mattress. The new mattress is too hard to sleep on and we almost left after yhe first night because it was so uncomfortable. We tried sleeping on the pull out couch mattress the second night and whole that was better compared to the upstairs mattress, it was still a second night of bad sleep. I would say the mattress situaiton needs to be fixed because if it was it would receive high reviews. I'd say the cleanliness was so so. There were a lot of little black flies everywhere inside the house. When we arrived there was garbage strewn about outside along the creek. That was incovienent and gross so we picked it up. As far as being able to use the grill, that is so rusted I'm not sure it's even safe to use. So this was our second stay here and we love the location and the place but we're left leaving very tired and not as rested as we wanted from a get away weekend. Immediate areas of attention, new upstairs mattress that's not so firm, new grill grates, make sure garbage is picked up outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Holly W.

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

Relaxing Atmosphere

This cottage was a perfect size for my husband, 3 year old, and myself. The atmosphere of the location could not have been more relaxing. It was enjoyable to sit on the deck and listen to the babbling brook and our daughter loved the bridge. The neighbors (down the road) were very friendly when they helped us remove a tree that had fallen on the road one morning. The Arcadia area was somewhat remote, but close enough to get to everywhere we wanted to visit, including the Sleeping Bear Lakeshore. We did enjoy the little beach right in Arcadia, too. The only parts we were dissatisfied with were the amount of mouse traps/poison just sitting around on the floors (not great with a toddler around), the odor of the well water, lack of cell service (AT&T), and the lack of a vacuum. If you are used to being at a cottage/camp or in the woods these aren’t deal breakers. We also couldn’t figure out the lock box in the back, but I’m sure it was just our user error. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would gladly stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

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