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Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest

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Experience the ultimate retreat at this secluded haven, where you can unwind in a private hot tub or gather around the fire pit. Enjoy quality time with loved ones on the spacious deck or cozy up by the electric fireplace with board games and books. With Smart TVs, free WiFi, and a fully-equipped kitchen, this home offers everything needed for an unforgettable getaway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest

  • Enjoy outdoor fun in any season at this new 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Wellston that previously received 14 5-star ratings and has moved to owner management. Nestled in the heart of the Manistee National Forest close to skiing spots like Caberfae Peaks/Crystal Mountain, this home offers a tranquil retreat for families & outdoor enthusiasts. Kayak nearby rivers, explore neighboring trails, or simply unwind and take in the stunning surrounding scenery from the home's private hot tub or fire pit!
    The space
    Home Gym | Secluded Surroundings | Near ATV Trails | 13 Mi to Caberfae Peaks | 29 Mi to Crystal Mountain

    Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds, Full Bed | Living Room; Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Plays

    OUTDOOR LIVING: Private hot tub, deck w/dining area, space heater, private yard, fire pit, yard games
    INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/YouTube TV, Netflix and more, electric fireplace, office/dedicated workspace, board games/books, dining table
    KITCHEN: Dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, drop coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, dishware + flatware, cooking basics, trash bags + paper towels, high chair, booster seat, complimentary coffee, tea + snacks
    GENERAL: Free WiFi (laptop friendly), washer + dryer, ironing board/iron, clothes steamer, laundry detergent, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, central A/C + heating, ceiling fans, keyless entry, hangers, hair dryer
    FAQ: 7 exterior security cameras (facing out to monitor times of non-occupancy), wildlife on-site
    ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story home, steps to enter
    PARKING: Large pull-around driveway + dedicated parking for 4 vehicles, RV/trailer parking allowed on-site. Hook-ups are additional fee

    SNOW MUCH FUN: Caberfae Peaks (13 miles), Crystal Mountain (29 miles), snowmobile trails (walking distance)
    ON THE WATER: Low Bridge Park and Pine River access (1 mile), Tippy Dam (5 miles), Manistee River (16 miles), Hodenpyl Dam (17 miles)
    SCENIC SPOTS: Sand Lake Recreation Area (8 miles), Manistee River Trail (17 miles), North Country Trail - Marilla Trailhead (20 miles), Shrine of the Pines (31 miles), Sleeping Bear Dunes (45 miles), Ludington State Park (48 miles)
    SWING AWAY: Caberfae Peaks Golf Course (13 miles), Lakewood on the Green (22 miles), Manistee National Golf and Resort (23 miles), Mountain Ridge Golf Course (29 miles), Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club (32 miles)
    NEARBY TOWNS: Manistee (24 miles), Cadillac (26 miles), Ludington (47 miles), Traverse City (49 miles)
    AIRPORTS: Cherry Capital Airport (49 miles), Muskegon County Airport (108 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (123 miles)
    Guest access
    Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,680 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 - 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Turn hot tub down to 95 degrees and make sure it is latched.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No pets, no smoking, no parties

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

No parties or large gatherings allowed without pri

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: No parties or large gatherings allowed without pri
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Wellston, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. 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 Cooley Bridge Roadside Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling. Visit our Wellston travel guide
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Wellston, MI

What's nearby

  • Beautiful late day sun light on the Caberfae Peaks Golf course in autumn - central Michigan countryside near Cadillac
    Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf
    16 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Lake cabins abandoned on coast during winter with frozen lake
    Crystal Mountain
    32 min drive - 69.0 km
  • Arcadia Bluffs Michigan
    Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    46 min drive - 82.6 km
  • Cooley Bridge Roadside Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Little River Casino
    25 min drive - 51.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Oak Grove Tavern
    14 min drive
  • Jackie's Place
    13 min drive
  • Irons Cafe
    14 min drive
  • Redneck Yacht Club
    1 min drive
  • Kozy Kitchen
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest located?

This family-friendly Wellston holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Cooley Bridge Roadside Park. Chittenden Lake and Dorner Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Pine River Ranch-17 Acre Outdoor Paradise in the heart of the Manistee Forest Reviews

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Exceptional

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10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable home, great layout, amazing location and so many thoughtful touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Clean, well appointed, great communication and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Amazing property to fish the salmon run

House was perfect with everything you needed! Oval driveway was great to pull the boat around
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Caleb S.

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

Ski trip

The house was the PERFECT place to relax, even during a tough Michigan winter! The house had all the small amenities you'd expect of a hotel, but with space for everyone, ability to cook for ourselves, and the hot tub was a great plus! Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place to stay. Lots of thoughtful touches you don’t get everywhere you go. All the drawers and cupboards are labeled to find things easily, an abundance of towels for both shower and hot tub use, a welcome basket with snacks, water, and fire starters. So many other amenities; tons of different appliances and cooking implements, including a fully stocked Keurig and standard coffee pot. All the cooking essentials stocked: oil, salt, pepper, tin foil, etc. This was the most thoughtfully appointed place I’ve stayed at. Also, it was really cold and snowy during our trip and the hosts made sure to check in on us and offered to plow the snow.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Perfect Getaway

The Pine River Ranch is a great place to take the whole family. The property is well equipped with everything you need and then some. lots of outdoor amenities, hot tub, fire pit, and every yard game you can imagine. Brandon and Denae were so easy to work with, and the house was spotless. Will definitely come back for a future visit with others.Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very attentive and responsive! We had great snowy weather and enjoyed the property! Beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Pine River Ranch. The house and amenities were excellent. The host was very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication from the host. The house was spotless and stocked with all the basic amenities needed. Easy drive to Caberfae Peaks. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

Amazing place great location to the trails for snowmobiling huge hot tub

We where in town for work brought our snowmobiles to ride whule not working what a great time place trails were awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Perfect place to stay!!

This was by far the best vacation rental we have ever experienced!! The house is so well equipped you can pretty much just show up and start vacationing! Beautifully furnished and so many extras thought of. Location is great for getting to the beach (highly recommend 1st St Beach in Manistee) and for enjoying some time in the woods. Owners were fantastic!! Hope to return someday!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pine River Ranch provided us with the space, amenities and seclusion our family needed for Thanksgiving. It was absolutely perfect...from first communication to locking the door when we left. Brandon and Denae have done such a great job of decorating and stocking this home. The details were a 5-star luxury accommodation...even the towels were folded like we were at a spa. We can't thank them enough and we will be back!
We had 8" of snow fall while we were there...winter wonderland. Brandon was so helpful getting a plow there so we could drive home.
Plenty of space to cook and serve a Thanksgiving meal! I brought table decor to make it special for my family, but most other serving wear and utensils were there...stocked kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Satisfied

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025