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Lake
Spring time
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Living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Luther, MI
  • Millpond Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Luther Area Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ahmikwam Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cadillac, MI (CAD-Wexford County)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Mill pond hideaway

Mill Pond Hide-a-way is a charming cottage nestled on The Mill Pond near the head waters of the Little Manistee River. The tastefully decorated cabin sleeps six comfortably with two private bedrooms (wth air conditioning units) separated by a living area with a futon. The fully furnished kitchen has all the amenities of home including a washer and dryer available for use for no additional charge. Just out the back door you will find a spacious covered porch with a scenic view of the pond. It is perfect for leisure dining or just relaxing and enjoying the wonderful wildlife. Also available for your enjoyment is a charcoal grill, horse shoes, and 2 a fire pits.
Mill Pond Hide-A-Way is conveniently located to ORV trails, no trailering needed. The village of Luther is within walking distance and includes fun for the whole family including the Luther Dam park and 2 different taverns with full menus are also available.
Linens, coffee and microwave popcorn included with your reservation.
Pets welcome for a small cleaning fee.
Sorry, no WiFi available but bring your Hulu-Netflix login, smart tv provided.
Non-smoking (deposit will be forfeited if non-smoking rule is not adhered to and if pet hair is found on beds and bedding) smoking outdoors only.

Property manager

Jim and Shawna VanDyke
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Small gatherings are allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$50 non refundable pet deposit
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you or your personals are in/on property past check out, unless approved, you will forfeit your Security Deposit and still be expected to leave.
If smoke smell inside property or pets on beds, Security Deposit Will be forfeited
$55 a night for each camper. $10 for each person after 6 persons, a night. Deposit forfeited if rule broken

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
Note from host: Small gatherings are allowed
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 deadlock

About the area

Luther

Luther is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Huron-Manistee National Forest and Triangle Park, while Luther Area Museum and Idlewild Historic and Cultural Center are cultural highlights.
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Luther, MI

What's nearby

  • Millpond Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Luther Area Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Luther Area Public Library - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ahmikwam Lake - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 41 min drive - 28.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪North Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Logger's Landing - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mill pond hideaway pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Mill pond hideaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mill pond hideaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mill pond hideaway located?

Situated in Luther, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Millpond Park, Luther Area Museum and Luther Area Public Library. Newkirk Township Hall and Triangle Park are also within 15 minutes.

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. 126 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Barbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great time
My husband and I came up for our first time and really enjoyed our stay. The town was nice, the trails were amazing only complaint is the living room and one bedroom of the house were cold. We couldn’t seem to get them warm enough to use them. Need an electric fireplace or something to keep it warm and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Very close to where we hunted.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin with everything you need
The cabin is cute with a great porch and outdoor fire pit. The cabin is fully stocked with everything you need (towels, sheets, coffee, etc).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place!
We always enjoy our time at the Millpond!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
The place was very nice. Every thing was perfect. Downtown was very convenient, restaurants and bar plus shopping. There was no dock and the rowboat was filled with water but I don’t think the pond was deep enough to row around. The wildlife was awesome on the pond. I would suggest to get a guest book so people can tell their fun and adventures. Thank you for sharing your cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cottage!!!
This place was fabulous. Loved everything about it!! Thanks for an absolutely amazing stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Family trip with our Great Dane
The house was as described, the only downside was in the picture it looks like you can stand on the lake shore to fish. You can, you just have to knock down the weeds as you walk. Other than that we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location
surprised
We enjoyed the property. Sad to say there say there was a scheduled power outage scheduled for July 12 from 1100pm till 8am that we were not made aware of..Sadly this was our 50 th. wedding anniversary. We were mortified. One for the record books. Owner should have made me aware. Sad. Please include instruction for coffee maker!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Place!
Great place close to downtown Luther! The bathroom was nice, roomy, and stocked with plenty of towels and washcloths. The kitchen does not have that much counter space but worked for what we needed. The desk area was nice and peaceful. The beds are on the smaller side for 2 adults but we made do. All in all would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Adorable cottage
The cottage was exactly as advertised with lots of nice little extras. There were a few tv channels that came in and out. Definitely no cell service. If you are looking for it to be EXACTLY as their pictures and descriptions it is not. The pond was barely deep enough for the boat to row through. We kept getting stuck. We could have walked across the whole thing. That was disappointing as we were hoping to fish. Also, the yard, dock and general outside did not look like the pictures. The dock is extremely unsafe and needs some maintenance as does the rest of the outdoor space. But the inside was definitely well appointed and clean. Overall it was a nice stay but for the money it would have been nice if it was just like the pictures and descriptions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Place to Stay
Nice place to stay and close to trails! Clean and had all the essentials needed and very comfortable with a beautiful yard and view. We had a great stay and would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for the trails!
Nice, clean and close to trails. All roads in Luther are sxs approved so it was great! Road over 200 miles of trails on our 3 day trip! No wifi was great, regular antenna channels, and peace! The view, the wildlife and the overall relaxing atmosphere made it awesome! Worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place to stay not too far from skiing
We rented the house because we were skiing at Caberfae. It is about 25 minute drive so not too far. We ate at Logger's Landing right in Luther which was great. We arrived late in the evening so it was a little bit hard to find the property in the dark so those arriving late look for the large sign out front with the One-way watertight mill name on it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rolf N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get away
This cabin was perfect for our family get away. It was clean and had everything we needed. It was bigger than I expected but otherwise just as advertised. These owners were such a pleasure to work with. We will definitely be renting here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

William N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
It was a nice place for a short hunting weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin with large yard
Well maintained, complete with all the essentials! Was a little disappointed that the pond was too low to use row boat, or to fish. Theres was alot of wildlife to watch from the porch. Overall great wkend stay! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the wildlife
We really enjoyed watching the swans, geese, ducks and the bald eagle in the backyard. The pond was so peaceful in the early morning. Perfect to sit on the back deck with a cup of coffee. The hammock that was in the closet was enjoyed by our youngest among 2 trees by the firepit in the evening. One goose enjoyed nibbling on the apples that had dropped from the apple tree. It was a nice place to relax and unwind and hit the reset button!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G., Howell, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Peaceful Get-a-Way
We were here with our family and two dogs for a long weekend. The fishing was great. The rowboat was fun and the fire pit with Edison lights at night was perfect for making memories! Clean as can be! Beds were comfortable and we didn’t need anything for the kitchen but food! 10/10 from us and the hosts were available when needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Silviano E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nature
Very quite and relaxing. Cute back view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Crow C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for riding the trails
Our family, 6 total including a 2 year old, had a great time and this cute spot. Beautiful pond in the backyard, somehow connected to the damn - not sure how all of the works- but all day you could watch swans, ducks, geese, birds. Very peaceful. Very close to the trails. Plenty of room for our trailers. Beds were nice, house was very clean. Two private bedrooms and a futon in the living room. A couple of things: no dishwasher, the grill is charcoal, and I couldn’t find a cake pan. Other than that, great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luther
Very relaxing, wonderful pond view with all kinds of wildlife. Bugs weren't bad, but hosts provided a citronella candle outside and many other nice touches inside. A surprise was the Bose Wave radio, which picked up Interlochen and other classical stations. The North Bar had better food than the Loggers Landing. Avoid the ripoff supermarket in LeRoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect hideaway
Little place in the middle of nowhere great for getting away and just relaxing. Relitivley close to enough things to get out and do stuff but quiet 3nough to un plug and re energize.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
I stink at writing reviews. We loved the place. Enjoyed all the wildlife and peace and quiet. I would recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy nature and bird watching.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at mill pond hide away
They property was beautiful and peaceful. We enjoyed watching the activityy on the pond from the deck area. Thecfire pit was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B., Grand Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin Escape
My parents joined my husband, stepson, our puppies and me for a wonderful extended weekend. All of the amenities were as expected and the kitchen was better equipped than we had hoped. We took the row boat around the pond a few times to enjoy the wildlife, had a cookout at the campfire and walked into town a couple of times. Definitely a five star experience for us. I only hope our future travels can be as enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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