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Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods

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A lodge with a covered porch, a grill, and a seating area.
An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit.
A green and white portable structure in a wooded area with a gravel base.
A circular sign with "Rodege Lodge" and "Fife Lake Township" text, indicating a lodge's name and location.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Kingsley, MI
  • Place, Fife Lake Area Historical Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Fife Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Fife Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods

Enjoy this cozy cabin in the woods. Nestled in the red pines just minutes from Traverse City. Appreciate all that the seasons have to offer with family and friends. Relax by the outdoor fire pit or enjoy the beautiful lakes nearby. The Northern Michigan night sky offers an amazing view of the Milky Way and even an occasional display of the Northern Lights. Unplug and enjoy the woodlands and when you want to reconnect with the outside world there is wireless internet and a 60" tv, or take time for a game of shuffleboard. Freestanding fireplace gives a relaxing glow while watching the beautiful sunsets. One mile to ORV, snowmobile and equestrian trails. Close to the TART biking and hiking trails, 18 hole disk golf course, lakes, casinos, wineries and shopping. Pets are welcome for a small additional fee.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please pay pet fee $25/night when booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2963153vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kingsley

Located in Kingsley, this cabin is in a rural area and near the beach. Centre Ice Arena and Grand Traverse Distillery 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 Traverse City Beach. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Kingsley, MI

What's nearby

  • Fife Lake Area Historical Museum - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Fife Lake - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Fife Lake Public Library - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • beach near Fife Lake - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Spring Lake - 9 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Upper Bar and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kingsley Local Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fife Lake Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Loon's Nest - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪K.I. Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods?

As of 2 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods on 7 October 2026 start from NZ$1,050, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grand Traverse County Cabin in the Woods located?

Located near the beach, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Downs Lake, Lakeside Park, and Fife Lake Area Park. Parsons Lake and Spring Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dara Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about the stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time with family at your cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and clean rooms. Cozy cabin in a peaceful setting with comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen, and a perfect fire pit. Smooth check-in. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful place to stay, very clean. They had lots of towels and blankets. Kitchen was well stocked. The owners are very friendly and amazing. It was very peaceful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at Wayne and Teri’s cabin. Everything was clean and just as described. Hope to return sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This plave was perfect for a soccer tournament in TC! Owners were accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you for choosing the Hodge Lodge for your soccer outing and congratulation to the girls on winning! We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a gem. The owner put so much care into the lodge, it’s perfect for a relaxing getaway, don’t skip the campfire. Close to Traverse City too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brenden p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and safe for the kids
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, well furnished private spot. Perfect for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Great Northern MI Getaway

The Hodge Lodge was fantastic. Great property, fantastic hosts - exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

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

Cabin in the woods stay.

Property was clean and well taken care of. Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
We are so glad to have you stay at the Hodge Lodge during your visit to Traverse City. We look forward to hosting you again anytime soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mallory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful along with the house. We had an amazing time and will definitely be back again. Lots of things to do in the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Great weekend getaway

Very clean property! Owner extremely nice and helpful. Cute town nearby. Love the quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

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

Cabin in the woods

This is the second time we have stayed, place is clean with good amenities. Great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Anthony you have been an amazing guest two times now! For full disclosure I mistyped when I rated you as a traveler. Called VRBO and they corrected it. You were very understanding about my mistake. We love having you here. Please come and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

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

Beautiful Cabin Off of the Beaten Path

Super cozy, clean, with everything we needed for our stay! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Sorry for the last response! Thanks for the great review and we hope that you will come back for a visit soon. Wayne and Teri
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Great Cabin. Property exceeded our expectations!

We loved our stay at the Hodge Lodge. Our hosts thought of everything, and were very kind. The place is very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
We love it when our guests use the Lodge as a launching point for their expeditions. You came in with a plan of places to visit and it appeared that you accomplished your goals. You have a very nice family and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

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

AMAZING stay!

We had the best stay at the Hodge Lodge - it's even more impressive than the pictures. From its serene setting to the thoughtful touches that made our stay so enjoyable, Wayne and his wife have one of the best vacation rentals out there! Highly recommend, and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hank P.

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

Nice Place

We enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean, and it was clear that the owners put effort into making it a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you for choosing the Hodge Lodge. We hope that you will come to stay again. You were great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia C.

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

Unique and beautiful place!

We really liked this place! Was very clean and really loved the set up. The owner was so nice and gave us tips on places to see. Highly recommend this place and will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
We love when we can help with finding our guests local attractions and things they are interested in. There are so many opportunities here! Thanks for the great review and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a quiet girls weekend to celebrate our friend who will be married next month and our stay couldn’t have been lovelier. The property was extremely well kept, and the inside of the cabin is even more cozy and inviting than the listing pictures make it out to be. This was a 10/10 stay for all of us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Wonderful family vacation spot!

We LOVED everything about this place! It was so cozy and clean. We had so much fun here for our first family vacation with our little one. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Cozy modern and rustic!

Our family stayed here and we loved it. Close to Traverse City and Fife Lake is very quaint. Very clean and quiet and hosts were communicative and pleasant. We hope to be able to stay here again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
We were so happy that you and your family were able to come to the Hodge Lodge for a get away. You were great guests and we hope that you come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Collin H.

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

Great stay and will definitely stay here again.

Overall Wayne was really accommodating, the cabin had everything we need and everything couldn't have been better for our stay. Perfect place to stay for a trip up north. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks for the great review! You were great guests and we hope you stay again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

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

Snowmobiling

Great place. Great location. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
You were wonderful guests and were so glad that you enjoyed snowmobiling here. We are looking forward to your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Hodge Lodge

It’s was amazing. We had a great time. The cabin was awesome and cozy. Highly recommend the stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Wayne

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What makes this property unique

If you are looking to relax and enjoy quiet and privacy this is the place to be. Watch the deer out your window or watch the beautiful sunset from the covered porch. 15 miles to Traverse City. 5 miles to Fife Lake.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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