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Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails .

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A patio with outdoor furniture, a swing set, and a view of a lake.
A hallway with a white door, a small bench, a rug, and a chandelier.
A house with a covered porch, a front door with a wreath, and a small step leading up to the entrance.
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and a decorative stone sculpture.
A room with a sloped ceiling, a chandelier, a white door, and a view of a garden through a skylight.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Mancelona, MI
  • Place, Starvation Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails .

🌱Peaceful, private , beautiful outdoor space. Start and finish the day with your cup of coffee, mocktail, or glass of wine on either the spacious back patio or covered front porch. While enjoying the peace of the pond. Clean indoor space with great views of the pond with its wildlife. Or take a walk down to beautiful clean, clear Starvation Lake, 5 min walk.
Blackout shades in each bedroom for a good nights sleep . For odds and ends, Starvation lake general store and gas station… 500 ft. Hideaway Bar and grill >.25 mi.
Places of interest :
Turtle creek casino 31 mi
Traverse City 41 mi
Boyne City 37 mi
Mancelona 9.4 mi ( closet grocery store)
Shorts Brewery , Belaire 21 mi
Alden boat launch to beautiful Torch Lake 22 mi Plenty of parking for trailers.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please keep all orv vehicles on the driveway, we are trying to grow the grass , thank you!!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3459738vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Mancelona

Mancelona is home to this cottage. Black Forest Golf Course and Grandview Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Starvation Lake and Twin Lake. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Mancelona, MI

What's nearby

  • Starvation Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Torch Lake - 29 min drive - 41.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 42 min drive - 63.8 km
  • Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course - 51 min drive - 73.6 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 54 min drive - 78.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hideaway Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Settings - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Manistee Lake Pizzeria / Bakery - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪blackberry patch - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪lost forest lodge - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails . pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails .?

As of 2 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails . on 3 August 2026 start from NZ$998, 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 Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails .?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails .?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails .?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful retreat, close to orv trails . located?

Situated in Mancelona, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Starvation Lake and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Twin Lake. Little Twin Lake and Pickerel Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janet is a great host and her cottage is so comfy and well kept! The pictures look great, but this home looks even better in person! My family appreciated everything about our stay (the swing set, beautiful view of the pond, large bedrooms, quality of fixtures/furniture, etc). I can’t say enough positive things about our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very nice. It was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed ourselves.Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a very nice and clean place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place! It was very clean and welcoming. We couldn’t have asked for a better location. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot! Very Clean. Host was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here, Janet is very responsive to messages, the house is very tidy, plenty of room and in a great location for us. Very close to snowmobile trails as well! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very beautiful home and a great place to stay if you are trial riding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rozetta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, clean, quiet place, the host was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay. The place once again was clean, the communication was excellent, and the house has everything you need for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for an adult weekend getaway with side by sides and relaxing. The hosts were great and everything was more than adequate for our needs. We are already planning a trip back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

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

Great place to stay

This was a very clean house with easy access to the trails. I would recommend this place to anyone wanting to stay in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

david s.

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

Perfect Spot for Snowmobiling!

Perfect location for snowmobiling.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful spot and very clean cabin. Close to trails which was perfect for us. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Up north getaway

Great place for trip up north. Fully stocked kitchen and great living area to relax in. As well as the outdoor patio.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jarvin D.

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

Excellent stay

We had a great time at this cabin and it was conveniently located right next to the orv trails. Gas station was right across the road and the bar right down the road has excellent food. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! It had everything we needed. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

juan m.

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

Great summer getaway

My family and I had a lovely time at this cottage. Everything was very well kept and could not recommend it more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon T.

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

Excellent stay

Clean, beautiful, and comfortable cottage. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

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

Hidden heaven!

I can’t recommend Janet’s home enough! It was truly our best vacation yet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Great summer get away

We enjoyed our stay here very much! We were there to ride our side x sides and the trails are very close as is the gas station and the Hide Away Bar for after riding dinner and drinks. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Starvation Lake

The stay was great. Perfect location, house was set up very nice and clean. Will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

A great property!

The home was very comfortable and well equipped. We loved the peaceful setting and enjoyed watching deer graze near the pond.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In one word, perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Amazing place

Beautiful place close to trails for orv riding. The home was well furnished and clean. Beautifully updated and perfect for the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2023
Thank you for staying with us ! Im glad you enjoyed your stayed . Hope to see you again.

About the host

Hosted by Janet

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We love our northern Michigan property. It is truly an all season place. We have enjoyed many summers on the area lakes as well as torch lake, such an easy drive. Orv in the spring and fall, snowmobiling in the winter. We hope you enjoy it as much as we have.

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