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Escape to Basswood Hideaway, a cozy cabin near Lake Michigan. Relax on the spacious porch with a queen-size sofa sleeper or unwind by the firepit under the stars. With two kayaks and paddles available, explore Bass Lake and its outlet with access to Lake Michigan. Take advantage of beach chairs, cooler, and charcoal grill for outdoor adventures.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan!

  • Welcome to Basswood Hideaway!
    Escape to this family-friendly Western Michigan cabin near Lake Michigan! Nestled between Pentwater and Ludington, this property is located a short (3-minute) drive from the fresh waters of Lake Michigan and a quick (5-minute) walk from Bass Lake. Ideal for both relaxation and adventure, Basswood Hideaway promises a memorable stay for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts.

    Accommodation:
    Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements: Two cozy bedrooms, one featuring a queen-size bed and one with a full-size bed, plus a convenient queen-size sofa sleeper on the spacious porch/entryway.
    Home Comforts: Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen, one full bathroom, TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi for those rainy days indoors.

    Outdoor Adventures and Amenities:
    Lake Michigan Access: Just a half-mile to Summit Park or the family-friendly Bass Lake Outlet Beach, where you can enjoy sandy beaches and stunning sunsets. Summit Park has the additional attraction of a playground, tennis and basketball courts, and a picnic area.
    Bass Lake Fun: Minutes away from boating, fishing, and water sports at Bass Lake and its outlet with access to Lake Michigan.
    Explore Pentwater: Located only 10 minutes away, this village is bursting with local charm and events.
    Additional Perks: Use of two kayaks (with paddles and life jackets), a charcoal grill, beach chairs, and a cooler to enhance your outdoor experience. Take the kayaks to the Bass Lake boat ramp and kayak your way to Lake Michigan (approx. 1 hour round-trip) or pack a cooler full of snacks and drinks and head to the beach for the day.

    Evening Enjoyment:
    Relax around the firepit for a peaceful evening under the stars or gather inside for a cozy night with your favorite shows and movies.

    Good to Know:
    Pet-Friendly: Your furry friends are welcome! A fee of $100 per pet applies, with a maximum of two pets.
    Smoke-Free Environment
    Respect Our Space: We ask that guests refrain from hosting parties or large events to maintain the tranquility of our retreat.

    Book Your Stay at Basswood Hideaway:
    Discover your perfect getaway, combining seclusion near Lake Michigan with convenient access to the area’s top attractions. Whether you’re looking to unwind or explore, our Western Michigan cabin is the ideal base for your adventures.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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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 - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Ludington is home to this cabin. Historic White Pine Village and Port of Ludington Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jomagrha Vineyards and Winery and Driftwood Golf Course. West Michigan Fairgrounds and Sandcastles Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Ludington travel guide
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Pentwater, MI

What's nearby

  • lighthouse on the pier
    Charles Mears State Park
    10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Historic Big Sable point light house near Ludington, Michigan
    Ludington Waterfront Park
    17 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Silver Lake State Park
    Silver Lake State Park
    27 min drive - 43.2 km
  • Summit Township Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    18 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Murphy's Tavern
    11 min drive
  • Green Isaac’s
    11 min drive
  • The Brown Bear
    11 min drive
  • The Antler Bar
    11 min drive
  • Bortell's
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan! located?

Situated in Ludington, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Summit Township Park and Lake Michigan. Jomagrha Vineyards and Winery and Huron-Manistee National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Basswood Hideaway - Wooded Retreat near Bass Lake and Lake Michigan! 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. 26 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik K.

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

Fantastic little Spot!!

Awesome location with great beaches very close by. House was perfect for our family of 4. Would definitely recommend for anybody looking to check out the dunes and wonderful beaches in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice property! Clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

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

Annual Pentwater Trip

The property was very clean and had a few bonus items like a basketball hoop & ball, kayaks & cart, smart TV and two seating areas. It is located at the opening of a quiet no outlet road which was perfect for walking the dogs. We had a wonderful time staying at Basswood Hideaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

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

Great Michigan Family Vacation

Very comfortable cabin. Had a small issue with the pump that was handled extremely efficiently. Very please with the attentiveness. Overall had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna J.

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

Cabin in nice location.

We stayed in this cabin August 2024 and it definitely has the cabin smell that’s a little overwhelming when you first enter. It was fine for us to come back to in the evening after our day trips. Close to visit Ludington and Pentwater. Also Lake Michigan or inland Bass Lake for beach days. The carpet and couch could use a good shampoo otherwise, it was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Ludington Cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was very clean and cozy. We enjoyed our stay and we were located just south of Ludington near Summit Park and Bortell’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kirk B.

Comfy, Cozy.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very quiet, exactly what I wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tania G.

Great cabin, relaxed stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: That was a nice (and short) week. Beautiful place. It is on the intersection of two not very busy roads, but is set back enough for privacy. The cabin is very clean and has everything you need. I found that grilling tools were missing, but Nikki arranged replacement within 30 minutes. Great response time and attention! The place is great for a small family. For those traveling with dogs and prefer a relaxed not crowded beach, I recommend Buttersville park and beach - about 12 minutes drive north on Lakeshore Drive. There’s a lot of options for people with various interests: swimming and other water sports, fishing, dining. Speaking about all those options, the folder on the kitchen table has a lot of recommendations and is really helpful.In general, a great stay except for deadly mosquitoes. There were a couple of rainy and stormy days, and the cabin is between Lake Michigan and Bass Lake, so the humidity was bad. I would definitely recommend to stay there and will try to rent again if it’s available.Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Love it

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a classic beautiful cabin!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina W.

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

Great Lake House

Very clean, well kept and fully stocked place. Have stayed there twice now while in town visiting family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was here with my family for 5 days. We had a wonderful time. The cabin has a great vintage feel to it. It reminded us of our family cabin in the U.P., just not as secluded. It had all the amenities that we needed for our stay and was very comfortable. The area beaches were easily accessed and beautiful. Make sure to go to Bortell's up the street for some fried, smoked or fresh fish! It is well worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

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

Family vacation

Vacation with grown kids and other family in a different cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

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

Short Getaway

We had a nice time. The location was peaceful and close to stuff we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey L.

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

Great hideaway

Great property. Very clean. As advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

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

Great stay, great location!

Location was perfect, so much to do in the area. House is very close to two off-the-beaten path Lake Michigan beaches, a short walk to Bass Lake, and only a short drive to Pentwater or Ludington. Aside from the location, the house was clean, cozy, and nostalgic. The binder was very useful in providing ideas for things to do or see that we wouldn't have discovered otherwise. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Conrad S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location

Christmas

Overpriced for the service. No water, no toilet paper
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Cute cottage

The cottage itself was perfect, everything worked great, the water pressure was low, but there was plenty of hot water. We had our dog with us, and the cottage is on a corner, and for it being a winding, very dark road, the cars drove extremely fast in front of the cottage, so that was an issue with having our dog. The only other thing I would mention was, the view of the neighbors across the street, wasnt the best thing to stare at if you wanted to sit by the fire or hang outside. We spent most of our time away from the cottage, since there was no privacy in the yard. The road that the cottage is on is a beautiful drive, and the location is centrally located to visit Ludington/Lake MI.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ryan M.

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

Don’t worry about the roaches

Initially property looked clean and well taken care of. After a day went by my wife killed a bug on the counter and showed it to me. She said it was the fifth ones she’s killed. At first glance it appeared to be a cockroach. After some online searching it was confirmed to be a roach. We communicated the issue with the host and we were told they would send someone out and thanked us for making them aware, with kids and dogs we opted to wait. We seen and killed 3 more of the next 2 days and one night while searching for our son’s blanket found cockroach traps all throughout the house. This lead me to believe they were aware and didn’t communicate it with us. We again contacted the host and were told nobody else complained about them and the cockroach poison was just precautionary. We were also told it’s a cabin in the woods bugs should be expected. We are home now washing and sanitizing all our belongings in hopes not to bring cockroaches into our home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

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

Nostalgic

Loved my stay. The cabin has the old michigan musk to it, but in the best way. It reminds me of going up north when I was a kid. And for the price you can't really beat the location. Also, in the cabin you'll find a binder with recommendations for beaches, food, hiking, etc. Much appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

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

Michigan family vacation

This was a lovely property to spend time with family. Had a fire most evenings. The sleeper on the porch wasn't the most comfortable so we used an air matress and that worked great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelsey e.

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

Great vacation spot

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. Nice little beach called the outlet right down the road and close to downtown Pentwater, which was an adorable little town. Very dog friendly, Lake Michigan Mears state park has a really nice dog beach and it wasn’t overly crowded. The cottage was great, they had all the amenities and it was very clean. Wi-Fi worked great and the had google tv in the bed room to snuggle and watch movies at night. Property was quiet, it is off lakeshore drive and some people speed through the windy road. However, the house is set far enough back from the road that it’s not dangerous to have pups or children out front. Beach chairs and other beach items in the shed for use! Loved that the provided a binder with a list of restaurants, beaches, activities and more with a description for each, very helpful. If you are looking for a nice day activity, Stoney Lake Stables is about a half hour drive and they offer horse riding through trails. All in all, awesome vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev P.

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

Deep woods stay

Perfectly located for golf at Ludington and local breweries and wineries Clean and all the amenities of home Highly recommend Will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve a.

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

Nice place in the woods.

Very clean and well presented.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daphne K.

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

Cozy and relaxing

Great little property with fast response from the management also helping us when I let her know of a small problem after check out it’s a little stuffy but opened all the windows and aired it out the cabin keeps very cool with only on window unit and it’s so close to the lake! It was very relaxing with everything that you need in the kitchen for cooking ,comfortable beds
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

Relaxing weekend in Pentwater

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin & property was exceptional! Clean, spacious & a short walk to Lake Michigan, & even shorter distance to Bass Lake. The manager accommodated us by bringing a crock pot early on Saturday morning. I thought that was over & beyond, & very grateful for the gesture. We went hiking & came back to a hot meal in the evening! Hiking the many trails or walking along the beach are what we enjoyed, but there are many, many more activities for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021