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Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan

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Property grounds
Exterior
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Mancelona, MI
  • Place, Grandview Golf Club
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Timber Wolf Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Twin Birch Golf Course
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Common area 2

1 Double Futon

Common area 3

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Privat Retreat on 30 acres in the Heart of Michigan. Sleep up to 20 people.15 Minutes from skiing and golf at Schuss & Boyne. 45 minutes to Traverse City, Gaylord, Grayling, or Cadillac. Enjoy our oasis backyard with inground swimming pool, full volleyball beach sand court, and spend your evenings by the firepit counting stars. Close to snowmobile &ORV trails and minutes to the world-famous Torch Lake, and Black Star Farms Winery. Be our guest!

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
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

About the area

Mancelona

Located in Mancelona, this holiday home is in a rural area. Grandview Golf Club and Twin Birch Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area. AuSable Artisan Village and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Mancelona, MI

What's nearby

  • Grandview Golf Club - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Timber Wolf Golf Club - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Twin Birch Golf Course - 18 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Lake Bellaire - 25 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Torch Lake - 28 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hens Den - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Casa Nueva - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Hideaway Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan on 2 April 2026 start from NZ$787, 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.

Is Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 6.2 mi (10.1 km) from Grandview Golf Club and 11.2 mi (18 km) from Twin Birch Golf Course. Torch Lake and Schuss Mountain are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, immaculately clean! Had everything we needed! We had the perfect vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shelby w.

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

Great place to stay

We had a great time. Many trails for riding. The pool and hot tub were amazing. We had all age ranges from 5 years old to teenagers and we all had a fantastic time. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
This place is amazing for multiple families to stay! Especially families with little children. I
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara D.

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

Fun getaway

We had so much fun here. The house was so clean and accommodated all needs. I have never used vrbo so when I had questions the host was so helpful. We had a lot of very young kids between the ages of 7months to 6 years and they all had a blast! The pool was a popular favorite for all of us. Overall, it was a beautiful home that allowed us to make some really great memories spending time with extended family. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Gem

Our family of 13 absolutely loved this home. Katrina was so helpful and accommodating. The house itself is even better in person, plenty of space to spread out, and configured so everyone could find privacy. The kitchen is well stocked with everything a foodie group could want and then some. Linens and beds were very comfortable, and even the allergy sensitive ones in our group were comfortable. (The laundry products are lightly scented) 0There are tons of extra toys and things for the littles and even the older kids had games and things to keep them busy. All in all a real gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

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

Excellent Family Stay!

Stayed with our adult kids and their families - 16 of us in all! The house was big, clean and well stocked with everything we needed! Plenty of space to spread out. We really enjoyed the outdoors - from the backyard cooking and entertainment area to the the entire isolated community which is quiet and full of wildlife. The only non-positive comment is that the dumpster is a 1/2 mile trek down the road. Be prepared to place the bags in your trunk if you do not have a truck. Not a big deal - just be prepared. This place is in the woods - and it's worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

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Hosted by Katrina

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