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Last minute cancellation, Feb 1-4 available at a reduced cost. Skiing is great!

Last minute cancellation, Feb 1-4 available at a reduced cost. Skiing is great!

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Your true log cabin getaway!
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Overview of Last minute cancellation, Feb 1-4 available at a reduced cost. Skiing is great!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16381 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Mesick, MI
  • Popular LocationHodenpyl Dam14 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrystal Mountain26 min drive
  • Popular LocationCaberfae Peaks Ski & Golf32 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

2nd Floor Bedroom #1

2nd Floor Bedroom #2

Bunk Room

Main floor bedroom #2

Master Bedroom

3 bathrooms

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Last minute cancellation, Feb 1-4 available at a reduced cost. Skiing is great!

A house upon arrival that will take your breath away. The Smiling Moose Lodge is perfect for your next getaway or corporate retreat. The house sleeps 16 in beds and has plenty of space for the whole family, extended family and then some. You probably haven't ever heard of Mesick, MI, but you'll be sure to talk about it after your stay with us. Mesick is centrally located between Traverse City (think Cherry Festival), Crystal Mountain Ski and Golf Resort, Cadillac, and Caberfae Peaks ski resort. We have over 12 acres for you to explore and the house is conveniently located 1/4 mile off of the snowmobile trail and close to all ORV trails. Bring all of your toys, we have plenty of room for parking. The Hodenpyl Dam Pond is 3 minutes away and you can enjoy all of nature by canoe, kayak or boat. There are many canoe trip outfitters close by, or bring your own and make a day trip out of it down the Manistee River. The possibilities are endless and we can help.

Property manager

Ryan
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Exterior
Log cabin in the woods
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
10.0 out of 10, (146 reviews)
Log cabin in the woods

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are no bachelor or bachelorette parties permitted at this house.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Mesick

Located in Mesick, this vacation home is near theme parks. Crystal Mountain 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 William Mitchell State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Adventure Island Family Fun Park, or check out an event or a game at Turtle Creek Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Mesick, MI

What's nearby

  • Hodenpyl Dam - 14 min drive
  • Crystal Mountain - 26 min drive
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 29 min drive
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 31 min drive
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jim's Bucksnort Saloon - 12 min walk
  • Ellens Corners - 3 min drive
  • Mushroom Bar - 11 min walk
  • Brew Há - 14 min walk
  • Bulldog Pizza & Subs - 12 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smiling Moose Lodge
Despite their being a lack of snow this was the perfect winter/summer/anytime cabin to bring family together and enjoy nature as well as a beautiful home! Ryan was a great host who made sure we knew he was only a call away, and honestly the directions and expectations were so clear we never had to make a call. Overall, just a great experience at this lodge, we will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P., Middlebury, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin
Absolutely beautiful cabin with everything needed for an amazing vacation. A must stay property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheree P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wilderness Canoe Rafting Trip
Stay was great! Beds are comfortable and the house is spacious!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kinsey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families and kids!
Great place to come with families and ATVs. Close access to easy trails, great for all ages and beginner trail riders! The house has all you need, and it looks exactly like the pictures. Ryan was great to work with, made us feel welcome and very easy to contact with any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun family winter getaway
Our family enjoyed staying at the Smiling Moose Lodge during the holidays. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. It seemed colder on one side of the cabin for a few of the bedrooms but fortunately there were extra blankets available. It was a relatively short drive to Crystal Mountain and we explored a little of the surrounding area around Manistee River. Thanks for a memorable trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ryan

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Why they chose this property

What more could you want in an Up North Michigan getaway? A genuine log cabin (the word cabin makes you think small and this is certainly not small), secluded in the woods with nature surrounding you, a pond out back and a stream flowing through the property. You can't help but let all of your cares go after you enter the house. The quaint Village of Mesick is the setting and you are close to everything "Up North" Michigan has to offer.

Do you need a house for a large group of people? Look no further than the Smiling Moose Lodge. You'll be so comfortable you won't want to leave, but should you venture off the property, you are a short drive to everything.

What makes this property unique

You'll feel right at home while staying at the Smiling Moose Lodge. A big, comfortable, sectional sofa beckons you to relax. Supremely comfortable beds with soft linens welcome you to a great night of sleep. All the comforts of home are at your fingertips with wi-fi, big television above the fireplace and a second tv in the loft, full cable tv service with DVR and a ping pong/air hockey table for family fun.
Step outside on the large front deck where you can watch the sun rise over the trees to the East and see the deer feeding in the field. Out back you have a fire pit with an endless supply of wood. Roast your marshmallows with a backdrop soundtrack of the pond fountain and bullfrogs.

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