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The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam

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Nestled in the heart of Manistee National Forest, this secluded cabin offers a peaceful retreat. With hiking trails and waterways nearby, enjoy activities like fishing, canoeing or Orv riding from this private haven. Fully stocked kitchen and bath ensure your stay is comfortable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam

Located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest on a private road. This secluded cabin is in walking distance of the Tippy dam back waters. Hiking, fishing, canoeing, hunting, Orv, and snowmobiling. It is 5 miles from Caber fey ski resort, 20 minutes from the Little River Casino and 25 minutes from Lake Michigan. The big Manistee and Little Manistee River are minutes away. The kitchen and bath are fully stocked and all bedding is supplied.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 17

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Located in Wellston, this cabin is on a river. Fawn Crest Golf Course 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 Dam Island. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Wellston travel guide
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Wellston, MI

What's nearby

  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area
    6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Chittenden Lake
    10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Cooley Bridge Roadside Park
    10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Dorner Lake Recreation Area
    11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Crystal Lake Township Park
    12 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Redneck Yacht Club
    8 min drive
  • Kozy Kitchen
    9 min drive
  • Randall's Big River Smokehouse
    9 min drive
  • Vagabond Lodge and Restaurant
    11 min drive
  • The Stockade
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cooley Bridge Roadside Park and Chittenden Lake. Dam Island and Dorner Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Pines Hideaway Cabin by Tippy Dam Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

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

Best little cabin

Nice quiet place to stay great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ted Z.

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

Nice little cabin

Nice back woods cabin, we enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

sherri m.

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

Fishing getaway

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie F.

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

Ski trip

We had a wonderful time nice and secluded and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wiley H.

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

Salmon runn

Warm good beds private lots of room exactly what we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Great location to Tippy Dam

Very remote, quite and peaceful. Great location for fishing the Manistee River
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin C.

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

Great Rustic Cabin

It was a great getaway to Northern Michigan. It was just what we were looking for. Peace and quiet in a beautiful natural setting!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald K.

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

Deer hunting

Enjoyed the area & the cabin. Everything was available what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vince C.

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

Second year at the property with fishing friends

A great place to enjoy after a fun day of fishing for King Salmon. Hanging out at the fire pit after dinner is icing on the cake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

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

Peaceful stay

This is a beautiful property. The cabin was comfortable and I had all I needed for a weekend getaway with my black lab. Thank you, David for letting us stay in your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

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

Quaint Cabin

Stayed here for a fall fishing trip. The property was just as described. David was great and made sure we knew how to get there. It was very cozy and clean and just the right size for our group. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we expected!

Nice place for the price. If you're looking for a fancy place, this may not be what you want. If you are looking for a place that is secluded, has outdoor space and has the basics, it's a good place to hunker down for a fishing r snowmobiling trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vince C.

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

Fishing buddies

Cabin was great, clean, close to Tippy dam boat launch. Owner was helpful returning my calls promptly. The fire ring was a great way to relax after fishing. Already booked for next fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherri M.

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

Secluded cabin in the Wood. We went up to see the fall colors and go to Manistee on Lake Michigan.

Quiet, peaceful location. Close to hiking trails and Lake Michigan. We went to see the fall colors. But this would be a great place for a fisherman only a mile or so from the river and a nice boat launch. The only issue I had there was only one half roll of toilet paper in the bathroom when I arrived had to go to To buy some more
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew G.

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

Overall, pretty great

The location was lovely, though there was a dead mouse in the salt box on the porch, which was relatively recent. after a quick removal, we enjoyed a nice weekend of unplugging from the world and just playing board games
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin worked out great for our snowmobile trip. Plenty of room for trailer parking and great trail access.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is great tucked away in the woods great place to unwind
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cool place to stay. Close to everything around.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

adam l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about the cabin. The driveway was tight with an 18' boat but was manageable. Would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nisha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for what we needed (North Country Trail Races)! Provided everything we needed for the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andy z.

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

Nice place to stay

Really nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey H.

Great location

Stayed in this cabin for the steelhead run it's right around the corner from the dam... very clean and organized
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Came up for fishing on the Tippy. Nice quiet place with a good bed and hot shower. Didn't use the kitchen much but know the microwave works and the fridge is cold.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Connie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very quiet and secluded

Very nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was very quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022