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Escape to Nature. Indulge in Comfort. Create Unforgettable Memories.

Family-friendly cabin with a water park and a hot tub

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Red Cabin Retreat offers a luxurious ski lodge-style experience. Enjoy the ambiance of this 6400 Sq. Ft home, complete with a wrap-around porch offering scenic views of Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Lake Michigan sunsets, gourmet kitchen, hand-crafted wet bar/pub in the entertainment level featuring beer taps and theatre room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14595 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

Escape to Nature. Indulge in Comfort. Create Unforgettable Memories.

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Welcome to the Red Cabin Retreat! Take hold of the abundance of entertainment, luxury, and ambiance of this 6400 Sq. Ft, ski lodge-type home. The log cabin and its ambiance are perfect in all four seasons. Minutes away to the famous Silver Lake State Park and coastal Lake Michigan activities. Amenities include a wrap-around porch with breathtaking views of Silver Lake Sand Dunes and western Michigan sunsets over Lake Michigan, towering stone fireplace in the den, gourmet kitchen needing its next Chef with double-sized refrigerator, large master bedroom and custom bath suite with rain forest shower. Every room holds a unique style with custom made log beds. The lower level contains the incredible entertainment level with a hand-crafted wet bar/pub with beer taps; eleven seat recliner chair in large theatre room, poker table, signature series pool table, ping pong table, and foosball.

The Red Cabin Retreat is available year round for family get-togethers and vacations, as well as special anniversaries, holiday time with the family and other close-knit friends who want to reconnect.

Snowmobilers are welcome! YES, bring them here with only a couple minutes to LP19 trail connecting Hart/Montague Trailhead with miles of local and backcountry trails for days. Fall, gather your crew and get your hunting licenses and enjoy multiple Pure Michigan's public hunting areas very close by.

Corporate retreats, anniversaries, small and intimate weddings and holiday parties are ideal at the Red Cabin Retreat with permission. Enjoy holiday family get togethers or retreats are available all year with seasonal decorations!

We are continually upgrading to make this your every year vacation or quick getaway go-to spot. Don't wait, Book Now!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO smoking at least 60 ft from home and woods

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 6,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Rules

Remove bedding from beds that have been slept in at the conclusion of your stay and take linens to the laundry room.
Be sure to check and lock all doors at the rest of your stay. There are 7 total. To Lock: 1) Close firmly 2) Lift Handle Up, 3) Deadbolt
Do NOT take anything that you did NOT bring to the home or property and open the Fireplace Flue prior to burn and close the Flue when the fire is out.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: This may be negotiated but NOT guaranteed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
Event or party details need to be disclosed prior

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking at least 60 ft from home and woods

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Event or party details need to be disclosed prior
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Luxury Retreat Minutes Away From Lake Michigan Silver Lake

About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Mears

What's nearby

  • Upper Silver Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Silver Lake State Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Michigan's Adventure - 33 min drive - 60.8 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hart pizza - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to Nature. Indulge in Comfort. Create Unforgettable Memories. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to Nature. Indulge in Comfort. Create Unforgettable Memories.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Nature. Indulge in Comfort. Create Unforgettable Memories.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Nature. Indulge in Comfort. Create Unforgettable Memories. located?

This family-friendly Mears cabin is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Morris Lake and Golden Sands Golf Course. Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Upper Silver Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Escape to Nature. Indulge in Comfort. Create Unforgettable Memories. Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

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

This was an absolutely beautiful house! We loved the lay-out of the home. The kids enjoyed the bunks

Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue V.

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

Family vacation

This house was amazing and close to town and lake. The older kids really enjoyed the basement and hot tube. Everyone enjoyed it so much they want to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli K.

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

Annual Group Trip

A larger group of friends (who have found it hard to find accommodations to fit us all in the past) really enjoyed this spacious & relaxing property. Even recently with adding babies & young children to the mix - there was something there for everyone, including sleeping accommodations! The place was enjoyed by all & we will hopefully be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Large gathering approved

We rented this place for a guys family gathering where we wanted a place that was close to Flip City and the dunes and this was perfect and was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

SXS B.

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

Just the best

This is my second time hosting several friends at this property and we have again come away with a fantastic experience. Excellent views, excellent parking for large groups/trailers, excellent entertainment spots, and an awesome theater room to top it off. I'll literally plan my future visits in this area around this homes availability!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Unwind and relax

So peaceful sitting on the deck looking at nature. Beautifully appointed home. Has everything you could want or need. Close to fun times; shopping, water sports, apple orchards/pumpkin farms, sand dunes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

CAROL B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely outstanding stay at this VRBO! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by how spotlessly clean and beautifully appointed the home was. Every detail—from the comfortable beds to the thoughtful amenities—made our visit feel relaxing and effortless. Highlights:Location, location, location! It's perfectly situated near the dunes, wineries, beaches, and shopping—everything is just a short drive or stroll away.Family friendly: The layout and features of the rental made it ideal for traveling with family/friends. Everyone had their own space, and there were plenty of options for activities nearby.Peaceful and quiet: Despite being close to everything, the home offered a tranquil atmosphere, making it easy to unwind after a busy day exploring.We’d absolutely recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable, convenient, and memorable getaway. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Great place for young and old

We had 3 generations of family at this log home and had a great time. The basement has a phenomenal home theater where we watched many movies. There is a fooseball, ping pong and pool table as well as a bar area. Our granddaughters loved creating special treats to serve at the bar. We were able to sled with the kids right on the property. The accommodations are great and was able to easily handle the 14 of us. Nathan is great to work with and works hard to make sure your stay is enjoyable. A+ on this luxury log cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie M.

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

Wedding weekend

Amazing Property ! Perfect place for family and friends !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett G.

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

Sand dune paradise

The property is awesome and has everything anyone could need for a vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina R.

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

Wonderful location and beautiful home

Owner was kind and house was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arash A.

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

Another amazing stay!

Thank you for yet another amazing stay. Our family truly enjoyed your beautiful home!! Gets better every year. Can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Trisha G.

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

Beautiful home with a lot of entertaining space

The home was beautiful and very clean. The lower level was great for entertaining several guests with several entertainment options. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you would need to prepare meals including several spice options. It may be beneficial to have a few instructions provided at the home for the high end features in the home such as the theater equipment or the touchscreen shower. Both were wonderful but took some time to figure out. The owner and property manager were readily available and answered questions as needed so that is just a suggestion. The one downfall of our stay was at the hot tub was not working. My group included several young parents and the moms were really looking forward to the hot tub for that relaxation time. The property manager was onsite and informed us of this as soon as we arrived and they were trying to actively fix the hot tub but parts needed to be ordered and would not arrive during our stay. Other than that we felt the temperature of the home was a little chilly at 68 degrees even with the fireplace and space heaters. We contacted the owner and he quickly helped and made our stay more comfortable. Overall, it is a beautiful home and we had a very nice time. I would certainly stay again. We tried both restaurants that were suggested by the host and they were both great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

Every bit as good the second time around

The Red Cabin Retreat has something for everyone. The view from the elevated deck looks over the dunes and Lake Michigan in the distance. Room on the property is great for outside activities, games last year we enjoyed sledding on the hill this year the weather did not permit. We found a great hiking area in the Silver Lake dunes just a few minuets drive away. On the inside the home has a wonderful theater room to enjoy. The kitchen has amazing room allowing for multiple people to participate in meal preparation, it is well stocked with all of need pots and pans as well as service dishes to outfit a large group. The purpose of our trip was for a family Christmas gathering the home was beautifully decorated for the season. Our host was a great communicator giving us helpful hints on what the area had to offer and what to expect on our arrival. No disappointments with this property, it is a wonderful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob S., New Lenox IL

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

Another Awesome Experience!!!

We stayed here again after having a awesome experience the previous yr! It didn’t disappoint once again! From the layout of the house to the the movie room, hot tub, and pool table!! I almost forgot to mention the fire pit area! It was a GREAT TIME from start to finish!! We can’t wait to come back again next yr! Thanks again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine N.

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

Our wedding at your

Thank you for everything Phil! The wedding was absolutely beautiful we cannot thank you enough! I spent hours yesterday cleaning up the property making sure it was pristine. Send me your email address so I can be sure to text you or email you photos of the event, I know it will be great marketing material for your business if you plan to host weddings here. If you’d like give me a call because I have some suggestions per my experience that may be helpful! The fruit flies were pretty bad which is why I gave you four stars there otherwise the ladies did a good job making it clean for our arrival. The master bathroom shower was malfunctioning quite a bit, everything else worked great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige / Dustin S., Manistee

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

10/10 recommend!

We rented this house for our bridal party to stay in for our wedding weekend. We were getting married about 15 min away so it was the perfect location and plenty big enough for our bridal party & their spouses to stay with us. Close to “downtown” silver lake where we even went to Craig’s cruisers for mini golf and the adult males that are children at heart to go go-karting. They also loved the amenities downstairs such as the pool table, ping pong, etc. Close by to many food options. A large kitchen area to make our own food and a giant fridge to store our food and drinks for the weekend. Would definitely recommend for a large family, several families, or a group of friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A., Walton Hills, OH

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

Exceeded High Expectations

Given the other reviews and the photos of the property, our expectations were pretty high. But this property exceeded them in every way! The owne is ultra responsive, and the handyman was courteous and really friendly. Beautiful views. Great furniture. Really spotless. Convenient to the area. Exactly what is wanted for a family vacation with a range of ages. Our only issue is the property is getting so popular booking for next year is already very difficult! Kudos to Philip and his team!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kylie H.

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

Beautiful Cabin and Great Location

The cabin looked even better than the photos and from the back balcony you can just see the dunes and Lake Michigan. It’s a great place for a big group and the beaches nearby were super nice as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Beautiful Property

This was a beautiful home. It was well equipped with everything you could possibly need. The property is very well managed. Our families had a great time and we hope to return soon !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

Getz-Get-Away

Great place for family and friends! Close enough to the town amenities, but far enough out in the woods to see wild turkeys in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arash A.

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

Absolutely stunning!

This is a one of a kind opportunity to experience the most beautiful, well appointed, comfortable home. This host has gone out of their way to ensure that anything you might need, from games, to supplies, to firewood is at your disposal. The home is beautiful and in a great location, with sweeping views. Super clean and well maintained, with the latest in appliances and amenities. Can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abbas H.

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

Love it

Amazing clean house
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betty K., Celina, Ohio USA

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

Family vacation to the sand dunes

Property was wonderful! Lots of space, great kitchen! Kids enjoyed the theater room. Hot tub was great after a day at the dunes. Privacy appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Jasmine W., Detroit, USA

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

Great Place and Space

My family and I spent 3 nights 4 days and the place is beautiful we were so excited to come into a place where we could bring our families together. Great communication, easy check in, the only issue we had- it was very cold at night with the heat being set and managed at 70 degrees - with the weather that dropped and us having infants and two elderly women it was kind of uncomfortable- we made up for it with purchasing wood from the groundskeeper - the main floor shower went out and my great grand mother was unable to shower because she could not walk up or down the stairs to the other full bathrooms. The communication with Philip was great- the groundskeeper went out of town during our stay which we were not made aware of until we needed assistance. Other than the few mishaps the time we spent with our family made it all worth it. Would love to book the Red Cabin again in the future, we would just probably prefer the summer- since getting the home to a comfortable temp. If you’re looking for space, gaming room and privacy away from the world Red Cabin Retreat is the place for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020