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The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Wellston, MI
  • Little River Casino
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam

Located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest on a private road. This secluded cabin is in walking distance of the Tippy dam back waters. Hiking, fishing, canoeing, hunting, Orv, and snowmobiling. It is 5 miles from Caber fey ski resort, 20 minutes from the Little River Casino and 25 minutes from Lake Michigan. The big Manistee and Little Manistee River are minutes away. The kitchen and bath are fully stocked and all bedding is supplied.

Property manager

David A Meyers
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 17
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

Wellston

Located in Wellston, this cabin is on a river. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Dam Island. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wellston, MI

What's nearby

  • Sand Lake - 19 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Little River Casino - 31 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 31 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 43 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 44 min drive - 61.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mel's Country Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zeppi's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lumberjack's Lodge & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cooley Bridge Roadside Park and Chittenden Lake. Dam Island and Dorner Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ted Z.

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

Nice little cabin

Nice back woods cabin, we enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preston S.

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

Quiet, Peaceful & Secluded

First off, I’d like to thank David for being very accommodating during my stay. I was in a car accident that delayed my arrival. I was disappointed that I was going to have a shorter stay at the cabin. David was very understanding, and let me extend my stay in another cabin that he owned. Highly recommend staying at one of his nice cabins.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald K.

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

Deer hunting

Enjoyed the area & the cabin. Everything was available what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Connie S.

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

Very quiet and secluded

Very nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron S.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sherri M.

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

Secluded cabin in the Wood. We went up to see the fall colors and go to Manistee on Lake Michigan.

Quiet, peaceful location. Close to hiking trails and Lake Michigan. We went to see the fall colors. But this would be a great place for a fisherman only a mile or so from the river and a nice boat launch. The only issue I had there was only one half roll of toilet paper in the bathroom when I arrived had to go to To buy some more
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wiley H.

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

Salmon runn

Warm good beds private lots of room exactly what we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan V.

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

Just what we expected!

Nice place for the price. If you're looking for a fancy place, this may not be what you want. If you are looking for a place that is secluded, has outdoor space and has the basics, it's a good place to hunker down for a fishing r snowmobiling trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

sherri m.

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

Fishing getaway

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince C.

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

Second year at the property with fishing friends

A great place to enjoy after a fun day of fishing for King Salmon. Hanging out at the fire pit after dinner is icing on the cake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew G.

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

Overall, pretty great

The location was lovely, though there was a dead mouse in the salt box on the porch, which was relatively recent. after a quick removal, we enjoyed a nice weekend of unplugging from the world and just playing board games
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Julia D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not clean!

It is very dirty. The cupboards are packed and stacked with items from previous renters. All the silverware kitchen are just heaped into a cupboard. they have a regular coffee pot and a Kurig coffee pot on the counter. When I was in town, I bought coffee pods for the cure. Just to find out if Kurig doesn’t work The windows do not open and there is no AC. I actually resented having to pay $30 for pet clean up, as the cottage is so dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

andy z.

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

Nice place to stay

Really nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Great location to Tippy Dam

Very remote, quite and peaceful. Great location for fishing the Manistee River
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

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

Best little cabin

Nice quiet place to stay great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin C., Orange City, United States

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

Great Rustic Cabin

It was a great getaway to Northern Michigan. It was just what we were looking for. Peace and quiet in a beautiful natural setting!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie F.

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

Ski trip

We had a wonderful time nice and secluded and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Gregory K.

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

Bow hunting hq

What we needed for our objective
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F., Adrian

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

Quaint Cabin

Stayed here for a fall fishing trip. The property was just as described. David was great and made sure we knew how to get there. It was very cozy and clean and just the right size for our group. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Fishing trip

Perfect for a place to sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince C.

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

Fishing buddies

Cabin was great, clean, close to Tippy dam boat launch. Owner was helpful returning my calls promptly. The fire ring was a great way to relax after fishing. Already booked for next fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

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

Peaceful stay

This is a beautiful property. The cabin was comfortable and I had all I needed for a weekend getaway with my black lab. Thank you, David for letting us stay in your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Garry H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice cozy cabin, but...

It was a cozy cute place that was quiet and the stars are just beautiful outside. The fire pit was great! The inside had clean bedding and clean bathroom toilest and shower.. but.. underneath the kitchen sink stunk horrible and was dirty. The kitchen drawers were filthy. Only 2 burners worked on the stove.. there was dirt and dead bugs in the corners on the porch. The furniture hadnt been dusted in forever. The one bedroom stunk like mold. The window frames were black with dirt and mold.The baseboards were very dirty. The mattresses are old and sink in the middle. I think they just need a deep cleaning and some upgrades and it would be a Great place to stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Scott and Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Rustic Man Cabin

From the outside it looks nice and cozy. Inside couch is balanced on blocks, there is no where to put dry unfridgerated food except on porch. A low watt lightbulb hangs from the dining table lamp. It is very dark in the cabin except for the kitchen. The bathroom is ok but toilet is very low. On the upside the backyard fire ring and space was great for hanging out. There were plenty of utensils and pans. This is definetly a fishing/snowmobiling man cabin. The curtains were nicely made. However, our biggest challenge was staying warm bc the heaters didn't work. Plus the owner didn't respond until the next day as we were ready to depart. Communication was a bit of a challenge. My adult kids thought it was great but I like cabins with a little more female up to date touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Awesome fishing cabin

Perfect for hunting fishing. Was really Clean also for a cabin, was a couple problems with ants by the sink but nothing too crazy it’s a cabin so if ants is all your dealing with your doing alright. Grill was little dirty also from lack of matience but other than that great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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Hosted by David A Meyers

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Eastern Michigan University

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