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Country Cottage, guest friendly solitude in the forest. 4 season activity nearby

Cottage in Kaleva with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Living area
Remote control electric fire place
Room
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Crystal Mountain
  • Place, Tippy Dam Recreation Area
  • Place, Little River Casino
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Country Cottage, guest friendly solitude in the forest. 4 season activity nearby

The Cottage, located near Crystal Mountain all seasons resort. Little River Casino, Lake Michigan beaches, snow sports, great golf, lots of lakes and rivers, Sleeping Bear National Park and many seasonal community events. Property has trails for nature walks and no light pollution for great star gazing. Modern indoor conveniences. The Cottage is a spacious, comfortable and quaint four season rental. . I have a Ring Door Bell camera in the large brown pole barn that provides a security view of the two carports and part of the driveway leading to them. This is a good way for me to know if you have arrived and when you have checked out.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Cottage not suitable for children under 12
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO RIVER SALMON FISHERMEN THAT WADE OR SHORE FISH ALLOWED. Guests who charter on the rivers/great lakes or who use their own boat are welcome.
Smoking of any kind NOT allowed inside The Cottage or on the covered deck. However, smoking IS allowed out of doors.
Not suitable for snowmobilers using their own sleds and trailers. No available parking for trailers.

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

About the area

Kaleva

Located in Kaleva, this cottage is in a rural area. Crystal Mountain and Northern Natural LLC are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Misty Acres Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Kaleva, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Eleanor - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 23 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 24 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Little River Casino - 24 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 32 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleva Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Traks Bar And Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Northern Natural Cider House & Winery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Country Side Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪LENZS RESTAURANT - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Cottage, guest friendly solitude in the forest. 4 season activity nearby pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country Cottage, guest friendly solitude in the forest. 4 season activity nearby?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Cottage, guest friendly solitude in the forest. 4 season activity nearby?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Country Cottage, guest friendly solitude in the forest. 4 season activity nearby located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Clarence Lake and Manikawa Park. Dickson Township Hall and Lake Eleanor are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, great views, great set-up all around. Very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Nice in the north

Excellent stay. Great host. Quiet and tranquil location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marlowe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friends and I enjoyed our stay in this cozy cabin! We explored, giggled and crafted the entire weekend! The hummingbird watching from the kitchen was an added delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

Lovely Getaway

We enjoyed everything about this property, and felt right at home. Everything was clean, instructions were clear, and we had a relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy F.

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

Great place!

Property had everything we needed. Very clean and well organized. Quiet and secluded for a peaceful get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great Stay.

Quiet and very clean cabin in the woods. Great host. Highly recommend 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annabell R.

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

2 night stay

Great location, excellent area and awesome communication. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave K.

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

Perfect stay!

This was the second time that we’ve rented Jerry’s place and once again, we weren’t disappointed at all. The house is clean, organized and Jerry is easy to get in touch with. I’m sure we will rent it once again next year for our annual kayaking trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Great time

The home was great with everything we needed. Excellent communication throughout the process!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave K., Southgate, Michigan

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

Loved it!

We had a great time at Jerry’s place. It was very clean, tidy, organized and well worth the money. It was within 25 minutes of where we kayak on the Pine so the location was perfect! Would highly recommend renting from Jerry!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Great trip

Listing is as described. No issues or surprises. Host communication was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lupin T.

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

The Great Country Cottage

Couldn't have had a better stay while visiting the sleeping bear dunes and traverse city area. So many awesome pieces in the house. Had fun playing chess, black jack, and mini golf that the host has for you to enjoy during any down time you get. He has everything you might need organized perfectly. The property couldnt be better. Its beautiful. We also enjoyed walking on the trails. Definitely will be coming back if we plan on visiting the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Hartford, Wisconsin

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

Michigan get away

This property was very nice. Loved the tunnel of trees over the driveway to get to the house. Everything was exactly as listed. Jerry was easy to contact and was available for any questions or concerns. The beds where very comfortable and the two full baths are a bonus. Two car ports are available to park under and a beautiful concrete driveway is really nice especially if you are traveling with motorcycles. We utilized the walking trails. There is a variety of birds that welcome you every day but we really liked the hummingbirds that visited quite often. Internet is unsecured and sketchy at best but we expected that since we where in the middle of the woods. We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding rental. Beautiful setting and needed more time for the onsite hiking trails. Will rental again if available. Thanks for the great hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place . Great host. It was nice to meet Him!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sid R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As peaceful as always
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

We had a Great Time

This cottage was the perfect spot for our "cousin get-a-way." Nicely decorated, very clean, secluded yard with trails & fire pit, and the covered porch was the cherry on top. We took our time with coffee on the porch each morning, then drove out to the shore during the day, collected rocks (of course), went to Frankfort for lunch, stopped at the Oliver Gallery, etc., and then headed back to the cabin to make dinner on the grill. Really nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

vincent a.

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

In the pines

A friend and I spent a long weekend away from the city. The cottage was perfect. Quiet, clean, well-equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Private

The cottage was wonderful. Very private and well maintained. The kitchen was fully stocked with all the cooking supplies you will need. Wi-Fi works well and the televisions in the living room and master bedroom are a plus. If you are staying in the winter, the carports are a great perk.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

2024 Deer Hunting

We really enjoyed our stay, the place was great! The host made us feel truely welcome and he was very accomindating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

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

Girls weekend!!!

Amazing property if you like calm.. outdoorsy... convenient to lots of things to see or do. Clean...and has everything you need.yoneed.Clean..spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sid R.

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

Perfect cottage

As always 100% satisfied with the cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john P.

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

Great place

great place .
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly C.

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

Paradise

When we pulled in the driveway we saw the pine tree tunnel. It was amazing. The cleanliness of the propertyy was immaculate! Thank you Jjerry for letting us stay at your beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Nice Little Spread

The house was nice and cozy, and had everything we needed. Liked all the covered parking, the availability of firewood on site, and the covered deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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Hosted by Jerry Stuits

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