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Southwest Michigan log cabin

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Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Plainwell, MI
  • Gun Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Gilmore Car Museum
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Gun Lake Casino
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Southwest Michigan log cabin

This spacious country cabin is ideal for large families, featuring five bedrooms, three bathrooms and 2 living rooms along with amenities such as a hot tub, sauna, two fireplaces, and a fire pit. The property is situated on a pond suitable for fishing, and kayaks are available for use on Pine Lake. Spanning 20 acres, this site offers abundant wildlife and is conveniently located just two minutes from the Pine Lake marina. It serves as an excellent venue for relaxation and gatherings, with a variety of games including corn hole, ping pong, bocce ball, darts, croquet, and a basketball hoop in the driveway to name just a few. Inside there are plenty of board games, puzzles, chess board, DVD's and card games. TVs in each bedroom and living rooms.

The cabin boasts a large covered deck with ample seating, and for your culinary needs, a new gas grill is provided, along with an impressive 36-inch Blackstone griddle, facilitating easy meal preparation for larger groups. Kitchen is very well stocked from spices to large crockpots and everything in-between.

The location is just under an hour's drive to the coastal cities of Holland and Saugatuck, where you can enjoy dune rides, boat tours, wineries, and shopping, while still being able to return to the tranquility of the countryside for evening unwinding. Additional points of interest include Kalamazoo at 25 minutes, Grand Rapids at 45 minutes, Gun Lake Casino, Bittersweet Ski Resort, and the 131 Motor Speedway at 20 minutes, and the Gilmore Car Museum at 15 minutes.

Please note that this cabin serves as our primary residence, and while it is available for rental when we are away, two closets and two utility rooms will be reserved for storing personal items and will not be accessible for guest use and are armed.

Additionally, we have an Australian Shepherd who resides in the home during our stays, and we want to ensure guests are aware in case there are any severe allergies to dogs prior to booking.

This is a smoke free cabin, there is a $500 fine for smoking in the cabin or garage.

My brother, Doug, lives in the studio apartment attached to the pole barn onsite and is available for any assistance needed during your stay.

Property manager

Christy Dunn

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Photo ID required no later than 72 hours prior to arrival
Smoke free cabin - $500 fine for smoking in the cabin or garage.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Plainwell

Plainwell is home to this cabin. Gilmore Car Museum and Plainwell Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Gun Lake County Park and Brookside Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Cadwallader Park and Gull Meadow Farms. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Plainwell, MI

What's nearby

  • Gun Lake - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Gilmore Car Museum - 19 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Gull Lake - 22 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Gun Lake Casino - 25 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Western Michigan University - 31 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo Transportation Center - 31 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grove Street Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tujax Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bay Pointe Inn & Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sajo's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bowen's Family Dining - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southwest Michigan log cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southwest Michigan log cabin ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southwest Michigan log cabin ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Southwest Michigan log cabin located?

Set in Plainwell, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Orangeville Township Park, Fish Lake and Tamarack Lake. Horseshoe Lake and Holcomb Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Amazing property!

We booked this property for a family Christmas celebration. Everything about our experience went smoothly. The host was very accommodating and responsive throughout the entire experience. The property is beautiful, spacious and well maintained. Highly recommend this property. We would certainly book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg r.

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

Was a great place to stay for 8 person golf weekend.

Played at the 3 different courses associated with Gull Lake Golf Resort. This was place worked really well with our group of 8. The house had plenty of room for all of us and was very well taken care of and clean.The outside setting with the hot tub and fire pit was great. Will be definitely adding this place to our list. The car ride was about 25 minutes to the golf course for you golf trip planners.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hidden Gem

This has to be one of the most pleasant getaway experiences I’ve ever experienced. The property is everything we want to experience with friends and family. The various games and of course the hot tub keeps the young people and kids entertained while we enjoy the back deck for relaxation. Highly recommended and perfect in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C., Grand Rapids

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

Best place to stay!

We had an amazing weekend there. The host was wonderful and sweet. The house had everything you could ever need.We will be going again next years! 12/10 stars!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Fantastic Stay

My husband and I stayed in this amazing log cabin home with 11 of our friends for a gravel bike race in nearby Martin, MI and we could not have asked for a better experience. The house was large and spacious for our group and we never felt crowded. Chris and Christy the hosts were so accommodating and answered every question we had. The grounds are lovely and we really enjoyed watching all the animals that roamed the property! I strongly recommend staying here when visiting that part of Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

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

Great stay

We had a great time at this cabin. Very well stocked with everything we needed. We took the kayaks out on the pond and also took them out on Pine Lake, really enjoyed all the outdoor games they had on hand. The deck was amazing for all of us to hang out in the evenings. We did a bonfire one night and used the hot tub. Great gathering place for our family get together over Memorial Day weekend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilona S.

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

Perfect family vacation

Words do not do this place justice. Absolutely phenomenal cabin with more amenities than we could have ever imagined. The owners were extremely helpful at ensuring we had anything we could possibly need. The wildlife on the property was stunning. One of the best trips and most memorable we have all had. Don’t wait and just book this place. Will absolutely be back! Thanks again for everything Christy and Doug!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

tom m.

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mccormikck 23

it was much nicer than expected. we absolutely loved your cabin and the animals are a added joy to sit and watchyour vrbo pictures are ok but not doing your home justice. THANK YOU SO MUCH
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

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

Try it, you’ll like it!

I can’t think of a negative thing about this place , except that maybe having to wear shoes out back due to the poop from the wildlife that add to the pleasure of this place😁! Sitting on the back upper deck, lookin out over the backyard and lily pond is so peaceful and private! Huge backyard gives lots of room for yard games along with a fire pit! There are a ton of games for inside and outside! Definitely the most well stocked rental we’ve been too. And the beautiful Pine Lake is only a couple miles to take the kayaks or rent a pontoon! (No beaches though that I know of). Pictures definitely show how nice the place is! Very very clean!! And the owners are very quick to respond and very helpful! We had such a good time there!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond M.

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

A very nice cabin in a quiet location

This a nice cabin located on many acres. It is away from a country road and is very quiet. The setting is very pretty and we regularly saw wildlife visit the lawn. The cabin is very reminiscent of one that would be found in the mountains. The has a theme decor that is well done. The cabin in quite large and could accommodate several people without seeming crowded. The hosts are very responsive and communicate regularly about your needs and plans. I high recommend this property to anyone wants a quiet location in this region.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Getaway

When we first walked through the home, my exact words were "amazing!". The master bed and bath was plenty spacious for the wife and I along with our young granddaughter. The other guest were enamored with their accomodations and thought the place was just perfect for our weekend together. The deck was one of several favorite gathering places. The fire pit out back was an instant hit. Everything was beyond our expectations and the hosts were very responsive to any inquiry we had. We hope to stay again and look forward to it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Little bit of Heaven in Plainwell

We've been vacationing as a family (my husband and I and kids/grandkids) for the past 10 years. Normally we stay closer to Lake Michigan, but I've been noticing we spent more time home than at the beach. So for 2025 I decided to widen my search for a home large enough to house us all (this trip, there were 10 of us). From the minute we pulled up we were amazed by the setting. The back deck was our favorite place. Watching the deer and the geese and looking out at all the nature. The house itself.....my daughter said it felt like we had traveled to an Aunt's house...and the aunt had prepared the house the house specifically to make us have a wonderful trip. The kitchen was stocked with so many things! The owner left treats out for the grandkids and the makings for ice cream for our family. We just felt so welcomed. Plenty of towels....the bed linens were fabulous. I need to reach out to the owner to find out the brand name of the sheets, as they felt like butter on your skin! We will be returning...maybe next time with friends to enjoy this lovely place! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele V.

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

AMAZING property

This property was amazing! We loved every second of it and so many extras included. Plenty of bedrooms/beds. Extra air mattresses already there for those who wanted to not share. So many extras provided from fully stocked kitchen (with extra ice), dish towels, coffee/cups, garbage bags. Bonus having laundry washer already stocked with detergent. Bathrooms were gorgeous with lots of space! Plenty of room for large families to all eat together. Cooking was a blast on the blackstone. We cooked all of our meals and it was so easy. Plus there is a grill as well. Both with full propane tanks. Tons of outdoor games. Kids especially loved the ping pong table in the garage. The hot tub was a huge hit as well. There’s beautiful horses next door and across the street. The huge fire pit with wood provided had plenty of space to hang out and enjoy. We did use the kayaks that were provided. We attempted Pine Lake (2 min away) but with having a large group and kids, there wasn’t anywhere to sit and keep an eye on the kids, as most of Pine Lake is on private property. We ventured over to Gunn Lake (about 15 min) and kids were able to go out on and we also rented paddle boards. We also went over to Gull Lake (20 min) and rented a pontoon boat with inter tube for tubing. It was AMAZING! The lake is enormous and probably the CLEANEST lake I have EVER seen. Only 1bummer is fishing from the pond. Too many Lilly pads, but there is a boat to try to go out further. Regardless 10/10. You will love!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christy Dunn

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My husband and I have always dreamed of owning a log cabin in the country. We both work the majority of our time from home and when we moved back to Michigan 4 years ago, we were lucky to find this gem. We are both in property management and have rental homes in Kalamazoo. This quickly become the gathering place for friends and family, and we've been asked so many times if we would rent it out, we decided to take the leap into VRBO.