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Authentic Log Cottage on Wolf Lake

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Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
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  • Fireplace
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  • Kitchen
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  • Lake view
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Baldwin, MI
  • Popular LocationHuron-Manistee National Forest1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBalwin Teen Health Center13 min drive
  • Popular LocationBig Star Lake31 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)47 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Authentic Log Cottage on Wolf Lake

Are you looking for a real “Up North” experience for your next vacation? If so, you’ll enjoy this rustic log cabin on Wolf Lake in Baldwin! Full of vintage charm, this property also provides modern conveniences to make your stay one you’ll remember for years to come.
Snowmobile trails are a short distance away making it possible to ride from the cabin to the trail. You can launch your boat right from the property for a fun day in the sun.

The welcoming living room has a cobblestone fireplace with a wood stove insert and the room is open to the cozy kitchen and dining area. A modern propane gas stove, microwave and refrigerator give you the conveniences of home. Coffee and microwave popcorn is waiting for you. The kitchen is equipped with plates, cups, utensils, cookware and a number of small appliances(coffee maker, toaster, crock pot, toaster oven, electric griddle, electric fry pan)

The master bedroom has a queen bed and it’s own bathroom with a shower. A small table and two chairs in this room make a nice spot to enjoy your morning coffee.

The second bedroom has 2 bunk beds. The bottom beds each sleep 2 people on full size mattresses and both have a twin size top bunk. (This room can sleep 6). A small table and chairs are also in this bedroom—anyone for a game of checkers?

Sheets, pillows, blankets, towels provided.

A second bathroom has a tub/shower.

There is a long enclosed porch which is ideal for relaxing, giving you a place to chill out when you’ve had too much sun or want to listen to the breezes on a rainy day.

The wooded lot has a great fire pit and chairs to make every night cozy. Use the gas grill to make burgers the whole family will enjoy as they share a meal around the party size wooden picnic table.

There is room to park your boat or snowmobile trailer as well as your car or truck.

Private access to gorgeous 400 acre all sports Wolf Lake is right across the street. You can sit at the kitchen table and view the lake. This lake is shallow for a distance, making it ideal for supervised play for your younger children. The public boat launching area is directly adjacent to the property’s lake access. A second fire pit is also on this access area.

Due to the rustic nature of this cabin, we would advise packing slippers and warm cozy pajamas , as it will feel very cold if you are not prepared for it during the winter months.

Come be our guests!

Property manager

Jim and Shawna VanDyke
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Lake view
Fireplace

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pets are not allowed on beds or Deposit forfeited

Events

No events allowed
$10 per night each person over eight adults

Pets

Pets allowed
Pet fee nonrefundable $50

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking /vaping/marijuana or deposit forfeited
All sand must be hosed off before entering house. If found in drains,in excess, deposit will be forfeited.
If guests or their personal property are present after check out, guest will willingly forfeit they’re deposit but will still be exspected to leave.

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: $10 per night each person over eight adults
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

Baldwin

Located in Baldwin, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Huron-Manistee National Forest and Pere Marquette River, while Shrine of the Pines and Luther Area Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Baldwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Balwin Teen Health Center - 13 min drive
  • Big Star Lake - 31 min drive
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 41 min drive
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barski - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Club 37 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crossroad Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic Log Cottage on Wolf Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Authentic Log Cottage on Wolf Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Log Cottage on Wolf Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Log Cottage on Wolf Lake located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Balwin Teen Health Center and Shrine of the Pines. Pere Marquette River is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling cabin on wolf lake
Loved the cabin. Everything you could need. Not on lake but nice lakeview. We kayacked and it was so fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The property was clean and close to the lake. It was very spacious and quiet. We really enjoyed our stay. Jim and Shawna were gracious host and easy to talk to. Shawna instructions were easy to understand.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Klarissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing get away
This property was very nice with beautiful views!! I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem
From the minute we arrived to regretfully having to leave we had a fabulous time. The cabin is so cute with so many nooks and crannies, nick knacks and decorations were everywhere. Everything we needed for meals and the bon fire pits are amazing. Lots of room for sitting and relaxing. Perfect location close to water with easy access to beach, and trails for walking and riding so close. Cant wait to come back in summer to be able to use beach more fully. We had so troublt figuring out heater but owners were in touch immediately and helped is figure it out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Property, very people friendly
Very nice Rustic Cabin, Great kitchen nicely furnished. Bathrooms. are clean with plenty of Hot water. Living Room has a very nice Fireplace that made the cold evenings very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jason V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place by the lake!
Great time ! Perfect place for our out door adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin
Good location, nice beds, screened in porch and living room were both good size, many kitchen items were available to use. Even the dog loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
I would not return
The cabin itself is cute however the doors do not lock fully. We had to be comfortable without being able to lock the doors within the screened in porch. The location of this cabin is on a very busy road that had high traffic throughout the weekend so it was very noisy and smelled like fumes from all the 4 wheelers. The beach was nice however it is next to the boat ramp that is consistently used throughout the day and so you never get privacy on the beach. There even was a family who took over the beach by the boat ramp and allowed their kids to play all over the beach so 1/3 days we were not able to even use the beach. There was no lighter or matches to start a fire. I would not return to this cabin. It was not peaceful and private at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy little cabin
We had a wonderful weekend at the cabin. The cabin was spotless, the lake was perfect for my 3 year old and 11 month old to splash around in, very shallow and clean. My 3 year old loved fishing from shore. He was able to catch and release a lot of small fish which made his entire weekend. The only thing I would have to recommend is providing plug-in fans since there is no AC. I read the reviews prior to booking and was worried about the heat, especially at night. We ended up bringing two fans which we used the first night, because it was 88° that day, but the rest of the nights were cool and I wish we wouldn’t have had to waste precious cargo space . Other than that, excellent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family Vacation
We had fun using the kayaks. The lake had a alot of weeds and mucky bottom so some of us didn't go out to far. There was not a dock so we couldn't fish off that and tie our floaties off. The TV didn't work so the owners bought a new one and if you have a hotspot you could use it. You should really get Wifi! And have a couple window air conditioners because it really gets hot and muggy in the cabin. Overall we had a good time and the place is clean. Also you should let people have a small camper on property for more family to come and enjoy this wonderful spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice rustic family getaway
Stayed with Grandparents, myself and spouse, and our 8 year old and our dogs The location and facilities were as described, in fact I felt it was better than I expected. It was cozy, clean, and comfortable. Some reviewers gave negative remarks for things that are clearly stated (if you read) no internet, no washer dryer, rustic cabin, no AC. I was well aware of these items and planned my trip accordingly. We spent most of time using the kayaks and sitting by the water. Access to the lake is sandy and shallow. You have to go out pretty far to get above your waist. It made a perfect spot for our 8 year old to dig holes in the beach area, our dogs to easily run into the water, adult to sit chairs in the water to relax in. We fished using the kayaks and caught a few fish. At night we had bon fires in one of the two available pits. Cooked dinners most nights in the house and found the house well-appointed with the amenities we needed to do so. Beds were lovely and everyone slept well. Tips if we stayed again would be to bring a power strip (rustic cabins tend to have limited plugs). We enjoyed the time together and would recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Close to lake with access to lake. Fully accommodations for meals and "just like home atmosphere "
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Angela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake was great but was too hot in cabin so had to leave early. :(
Pros: The cabin was clean and well stocked Lots of towels ,bedding & pillows.the lake was perfect for little ones. My 1&3 year old had a blast sitting in the clear shallow beach area while I sat in a beach chair right in the water watching them play. Our favorite part was we were able to use the kayaks and take the kids out on the lake which we loved. The cabin is dog friendly and we have someone allergic to dogs so they put a ozone machine in house prior to our arrival and we had zero issues w allergies. We appreciated that. Cons: IT WAS HOT in the cabin!! Prior to booking I did msg the owner and inquire if there was a/c which they stated there was NOT but that there were fans there. We figured they meant box fans but there was only ceiling fans in each room. 2 of our days were 90°so we stayed at the beach as much as we could but w 2 young kids that nd to nap during the day it was hard on every1 having to be in the hot house.We went and purchased 2 fans to make sleeping bareable but ultimately ended up leaving a day early due to it being too hot.The TV and DVD player did not work due to no remote for dvd player and no wifi for tv. Mgd owner about remote and never heard bck.The owner was very nice and even offered to let us stay as late as we wanted on check out day which we wld hv taken advantage of had it not been so hot.Overall we had fun,just 2 hot.Our recommendation is get alot of box fans,washer/dryer and working dvd player /tv and this will be a 5 star cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ethan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cabin
Perfect for a group going trail riding. Plenty of parking and easy access to Little O.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Our family stayed here for a ski day! We absolutely loved it! Everything was so clean and just as described. House is stocked with everything you could ever need and I hope we can return one day! Thanks for letting us use your beautiful home! We loved having a fire to end our nights!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter family trip
We had a great stay at this lil cabin on the lake! We enjoyed snowmobiling with friends and was a great place to stay with 4 kids with great bunks. It had everything we needed. Loved that it also came with mini shampoo and conditioners like hotels since we forgot ours. Haha! Everything was very clean and organized. Thanks again for a great New Years weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Dearborn MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Very clean and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eva W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
We enjoyed staying here within this authentic log cabin, if these walls could talk. Everything we needed in a nostalgic simple home. Everywhere I looked I seen a well loved and appointed cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary F., Angola,IN USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing weekend
Great location to put our boat in for fishing. Will be back…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reitz
Everything was fine at the house, we just generally get entry instructions on the app but didn’t So I felt badly bugging the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B., Plainwell, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect relaxing getaway!
Our family enjoyed our end of summer rental. We will for sure rent this cottage again. One of our most favorite places for our family and our dogs. Loved bringing our golf cart and exploring and riding all the trails in the area. Loved laying in the chair out in the water and taking a nap.. We throughly enjoyed the beach and water and the sunsets and relaxing laying in the hammock. This cabin was very cozy and comfy for all of us and we all loved it. Can’t wait to come back next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location
Our 3rd time staying here. Planning our trip for next year here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family
We very much enjoyed our stay for the second year in a row! The cottage was warm and cozy, providing everything we need for a fun and comfortable stay. We especially love the lake views and gorgeous beach front for our children and dog to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany & Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
This cabin was perfect! Had everything we needed so we didn’t have to pack extra! Lake access was awesome and we had a great time kayaking and fishing all weekend. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

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