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Sidell's Sturgeon River Log Cabin - Bonfire Pit, Sauna, Hiking & Biking Trails

Sidell's Sturgeon River Log Cabin - Bonfire Pit, Sauna, Hiking & Biking Trails

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View of Cabin from backyard.
View of Cabin from backyard.
View of Cabin from fire pit by the river.
Front elevation with patio and grill.
Chef's kitchen with stainless appliances, island for entertaining, etc.

Overview of Sidell's Sturgeon River Log Cabin - Bonfire Pit, Sauna, Hiking & Biking Trails

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Enjoy the area

Map
Indian River, MI
  • Popular LocationCross In The Woods National Shrine5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBurt Lake State Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBig Bear Adventures6 min drive
  • AirportPellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sidell's Sturgeon River Log Cabin - Bonfire Pit, Sauna, Hiking & Biking Trails

Our cabin is a custom-built cedar log home on the Sturgeon River completely surrounded by Northern Michigan’s best golfing, kayaking, trout and walleye fishing, canoeing, boating, mountain biking, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and x-country and downhill skiing! This is a GORGEOUS PROPERTY and is directly on the beautiful Sturgeon River and walking distance to Trail #7 of the infamous Rails-to-Trails mountain biking and snowmobiling trails and only 1/4 mile from the Michigan DNR Trailhead for ORVs, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking and back country hiking. There’s nothing like this 4 bedroom (plus loft), 3 bathroom home in Indian River so close to everything, including:
1. 20 miles from the Gaylord golf courses, Bay Harbor Golf Club, Boyne Highlands, Little Traverse Bay Golf, Black Lake Golf Club, and Crooked Tree Golf Club
2. 25 mins. from Mackinaw City
3. 20 mins. from Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and the Odawa Casino
4. 5 min. from the Inland Waterways for boating and jet skiing.
5. 2 miles from Burt Lake State Park with a beautiful sandy beach.
6. 2.5 miles from beautiful DeVoe Beach in the village of Indian River on Burt Lake
7. 1 mile from Burt Lake Marina for snowmobile rentals
8. 3 miles from Indian River Marina for pontoon boat rentals
Plus, there's lots of parking space for your boat trailers, motorcycles, and extra vehicles!


Inside Details: This is the perfect cabin for Northern Michigan enthusiasts looking to live large while on vacation Up North. Holidays, weekends, and weekly trips here will certainly be extra special with your family and friends! The home comes complete with oak hardwood flooring throughout and terra cotta tile in all the wet areas. It has custom-built cabinetry and stainless steel appliances in the chef’s kitchen and a BBQ deck and gas grill just off of the dining area. The main level also has a tidy living area with comfy seating and a 46” flat panel TV and a main-floor bedroom with a private entrance to the deck overlooking the Sturgeon River and a king size mattress for extra size and comfort . The upstairs is perfect for a couple and at least 4 children; two in the smaller bedroom and two in the loft overlooking the great room below. The upstairs bedroom has gorgeous views of the Sturgeon River and large back yard and has vaulted ceilings.

Outside Details: Outside, between the home and the river, is a nice lawn to run around on with your dog and a beautiful paver patio with stone bonfire pit overlooking the river. The cabin is well lit at night while you’re enjoying the late night bonfires at the river. On the big timber cedar deck overlooking the Sturgeon River is a nice outdoor table and chairs with umbrella for relaxing and a staircase that goes down to the lawn going to the river and the bonfire patio/pit. In the front of the home is a smaller lawn and driveway as well as another vacant lot for extra parking space for your extra vehicles, boats, trailers, etc. Also in the front is paver patio with a cedar log pergola, picnic table, and gas grill just off of the indoor dining area.

Extra Features: The finished lower level has a custom-built cedar sauna, a 46" screen TV set up to play Wii, and a foosball table! All three levels have full bathrooms, at least one bedroom and custom-made furnishings.

Once you've reserved the cabin online I'll receive your email address so I can send you the rental documents to sign and return to me along with your State of Michigan Use/Lodging Tax of 6%. This is deposited into a separate real estate trust account and paid to the State of Michigan directly.

Thanks for reading and for considering our cabin for your trip. We've put a lot into this home and it's a very special place. Feel free to let me know if you have any questions about the cabin, Indian River, N. MI, etc. I grew up not far from where I built our home and I know a ton about the region. I'm happy to help you plan your trip the best I can!

Property manager

Doug Sidell
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great for Families!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Your Pets are Welcome! 2 pets maximum.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed in the home.
No smoking inside the cabin or on the decks/patios, No pets on the furniture or beds, Enjoy your time together as a family!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadlock

About the area

Indian River

Located in Indian River, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Burt Lake State Park and Burt Lake, while Little Traverse History Museum and Great Lakes Center for the Arts are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Bear Adventures and Chillermania!. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Indian River, MI

What's nearby

  • Cross In The Woods National Shrine - 5 min drive
  • Burt Lake State Park - 5 min drive
  • Big Bear Adventures - 6 min drive
  • Burt Lake - 6 min drive
  • Indian River Golf Club - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Wigwam - 13 min drive
  • Burger King - 7 min drive
  • Michael's Tavern & Steakhouse - 5 min drive
  • Pinehurst Inn - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sidell's Sturgeon River Log Cabin - Bonfire Pit, Sauna, Hiking & Biking Trails pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Sidell's Sturgeon River Log Cabin - Bonfire Pit, Sauna, Hiking & Biking Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sidell's Sturgeon River Log Cabin - Bonfire Pit, Sauna, Hiking & Biking Trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sidell's Sturgeon River Log Cabin - Bonfire Pit, Sauna, Hiking & Biking Trails located?

This family-friendly Indian River cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cross In The Woods National Shrine, Big Bear Adventures and Burt Lake State Park. Chillermania! and Devoe Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin B., Wyandotte, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay on the river
We couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay! It was perfect. Charming, clean, with a great area for a fire at night. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn J., Grand Rapids. USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Beautiful and peaceful property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bi-annual family week
The cabin was very comfortable and great for our family six adults and 3 children. The location was also very convenient for everything we were doing. We met Ben when we checked in, the property caretaker, and he an Inez were very helpful with all our questions. The first night we could not get the outdoor grill working so we called Ben and he immediately brought his personal grill over for us to use, when the owner was notified he replaced the grill with a new one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July Vacation
Great cabin. Location was perfect for day trips to Harbor Springs & Petoskey, Mackinaw, and Cheboygan. Close to awesome beaches on Burt Lake. Cabin was spacious and had everything we needed. Great spot on the river and quite private. Great place! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family vacation
Great location. Close to Indian River. Loved having 3 full baths. Would Beautiful cabin with a well-stocked kitchen with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Doug Sidell

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My name is Doug Sidell and I have a passion for life and for what I do! I'm a real estate broker and investor. I represent buyers and sellers of virtually all types of real estate in the Charlotte/Lake Norman area in North Carolina. My primary residence is in Denver, NC and my business is simply named after me: C. Douglas Sidell & Co. I graduated with undergraduate and MBA degrees from Michigan State University and absolutely love following the Spartans in basketball and football. Most of my free time is spent with my wife, Krista, who is a nurse practitioner and an alumnus of The Ohio State University, our son, Noah, and daughters Anna Faith and Lexi Ann. Some of my other free time is spent fly fishing, upland bird hunting, golfing, cooking, reading, traveling, kayaking, and working on just about anything around our home and Christmas Tree Farm! That's right...we also own a Christmas Tree Farm! Grace Tree Farm is where our home is in Denver, NC just 26 miles from Uptown Charlotte. I started the farm by planting the first trees just before our son was born in 2011. The farm has about 4000 Christmas trees for people to come out to and choose-and-cut the perfect tree. Thanks be to God for all our blessings.

Why they chose this property

We didn't buy our vacation cabin, we built it! It is a home I (Doug) designed and built in 2006 on the most perfect piece of Sturgeon River property. I (Doug) chose to buy the land because it is so close to everything that is fun to do in Northern Michigan and because it would enable me to build the type of home I was looking to construct. The finished product is a three-story cabin with a finished, walk-out lower level, a main floor that's set up perfectly for entertaining inside and out, an upstairs that is well-suited for kids and adults, and views of the Sturgeon River just 50' in back of the house. There is a never ending supply of fun things to do; especially for families with children. A few that are really high on our list include: kayaking, fishing, swimming, rafting, canoeing, boating, snowmobiling, biking, hiking, ATV & motorcycle riding, X-country skiing, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, etc. and it's all just outside the front door of my cabin. I love it! I hope you will to.

What makes this property unique

Some unique benefits I enjoy while staying at our cabin on the river include, but are not limited to: peace and quiet; late-night bonfires at the river; lots of room for all my guests/family members; space for the dogs to run around; relaxing in the cedar sauna; playing some of my favorite golf courses all within a 30 minute drive; cooking/BBQing big meals; watching movies on the big screen TV; listening to the birds early in the morning while drinking coffee on the deck; catching trout right in back of the house; riding our 4 Wheeler through all the back-country trails just outside the cabin; taking advantage of all the freedom!

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