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The Mesick Hideaway – 5BR/3BA Family Fun Spot w/ Lake, River & Hiking Trails

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at The Mesick Hideaway – 5BR/3BA Family Fun Spot w/ Lake, River & Hiking Trails. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Mesick Hideaway – 5BR/3BA Family Fun Spot w/ Lake, River & Hiking Trails

Escape to our beautiful 5-room lakefront retreat in Mesick, Michigan — the perfect home base for outdoor adventure, family fun, or peaceful relaxation year-round. Nestled on the shores of the quiet Hodenpyl Dam Backwaters, this spacious home comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests and is thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and convenience.

The house includes 4 designated bedrooms plus a private office with a bed, offering flexible sleeping arrangements for families or groups. The spacious master bedroom features a comfortable king-size bed and a full en-suite bathroom, creating a private retreat within the home. Additional bedrooms offer queen and full beds, with ample space for everyone.

The heart of the home is an open-concept living and dining area with stunning lake views and a cozy gas fireplace, perfect for gathering after a day outdoors. The fully equipped kitchen is stocked with basic kitchen needs, making it easy to prepare meals, and a large dining table invites family meals and game nights.

This home is well-suited for year-round adventure and comfort. In summer, spend your days hiking through the Manistee National Forest, riding nearby ORV trails, fishing, swimming, boating, or playing golf at top courses like Crystal Mountain and Arcadia Bluffs. Fall brings vibrant color tours along winding roads and crisp evenings around the outdoor fire pit. Winter guests will appreciate being just 20 minutes from Crystal Mountain for skiing and snowboarding, while snowmobilers can easily access trails directly from the property. Spring offers a uniquely northern Michigan experience at the Mesick Mushroom Festival, featuring guided morel hunts, vendors, and small-town charm.

The home offers conveniences that ensure a comfortable stay, including fast Wi-Fi, Smart TV, washer and dryer, ceiling fans, central heating and cooling, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit. For families, there are 2 pack & plays and board games/ cards.

Outside, you’ll enjoy a waterfront patio, backyard with outdoor furniture, picnic table and firepit. Guests are welcome to bring their own boat and tie it directly to the break wall behind the house, or Pat's RV Park in Mesick offers convenient pontoon rentals on Hodenpyl Pond.

Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the variety of courses within 40 minutes, while Traverse City — just a short drive away — offers vibrant dining, shopping, and renowned wineries on the Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas, perfect for year-round tasting and sightseeing.

Whether you’re planning a summer getaway, fall color adventure, ski weekend, or spring festival trip, this Mesick lakefront home combines the comforts of a well-appointed residence with the ideal location for exploring all that northern Michigan has to offer.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash and put away all dishes. Gather all used towels and start one load in the washer
Place all trash in the large bin inside the front shed
Reset thermostat to 76°F in summer or 70°F in winter
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Mesick, MI

What's nearby

  • Hodenpyl Dam - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 26 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 40 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Interlochen Center for the Arts - 43 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Little River Casino - 48 min drive - 52.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bucksnort Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Common Grounds Kitchen & Tap - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mushroom Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nate's Country Store - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mesick Hideaway – 5BR/3BA Family Fun Spot w/ Lake, River & Hiking Trails pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Mesick Hideaway – 5BR/3BA Family Fun Spot w/ Lake, River & Hiking Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mesick Hideaway – 5BR/3BA Family Fun Spot w/ Lake, River & Hiking Trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mesick Hideaway – 5BR/3BA Family Fun Spot w/ Lake, River & Hiking Trails located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Hodenpyl Dam. Gordin Fisk Memorial Park and Marilla Township Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Mesick Hideaway – 5BR/3BA Family Fun Spot w/ Lake, River & Hiking Trails Reviews

8.0

Very good

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on a quiet dead end street. We used it as a retreat from our golf during the day. That being said, a TV is needed in the upstairs. We had a couple of guys who have a hard time getting up and down stairs and the only TV in the house was in the basement.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025