See all properties
Entire home

Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy!

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy!

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Brethren, MI
  • Lake Eleanor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Dickson Township Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Brethren

This vacation home places you next to Huron-Manistee National Forest and Manikawa Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
View more Vacation Homes in BrethrenOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Lake Eleanor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dickson Township Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dickson Township Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 19 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Little River Casino - 26 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Traks Bar and Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kaleva Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Country Side Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zeppi's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy!

Shady Pine Lodge is a cozy, fully furnished rental located in downtown Brethren. It is two blocks away from Lake Elinor and two blocks from the Dickson Township Park. It is only about 5 minutes from Tippy Dam. It is a quaint little rental with everything you need to have a relaxing stay. It has one bedroom with a queen size bed. The living room was a couch and a full size futon. In the back part of the living area there are two sturdy fold out twin size beds. Bedding is provided for all sleep spaces. There is a 55 inch tv with basic cable. The kitchen has dishes, cookware, coffee maker, microwave, full size refrigerator, and toaster. The bathroom has a full size tub and shower. Towels and wash cloths are provided. There is a walk in porch with a chest freezer for your fishing bounty. You will enjoy a spacious yard that has a fire pit and picnic table. A charcoal park style grill is also available for your use. We now have Wi-Fi!!

We have fire wood available at 4610 Highbridge Rd. It is located on the side of the garage under our business sign. Cost is $5 a bundle or 6 bundles for $25.

ONLY the number of people listed on VRBO contract may be at the house. Absolutely NO parties with outside people gathering.
DO NOT mess up beds that are not slept in. Do not let children tear beds apart to make forts or to play on. The number of beds used should reflect your number of guests listed. You will be charged if you mess up beds not slept in.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Tracy Wilks

Languages

English

Similar properties

Smart TV, fireplace

Cozy Cabin- Close to all up North activities! Cabin in Irons.

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 11 reviews
Cozy Cabin- Close to all up North activities! Cabin in Irons.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking of any kind in house.

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours 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
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Children are never to be left unattended in house

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: $15 per night camper/tent fee
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
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: $15 per night camper/tent fee
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Close to Tippy Dam Lake Elinor Dickson Park. Clean cozy!

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Brethren, just steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Lake Eleanor, and within a short walk of Dickson Township Park. You'll also find Manikawa Park and Clarence Lake within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 13.5 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! ?

No, at Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! , there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy space, quiet property, a/c worked great, host was responsive and nice, plenty of room for 4 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Victor P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

TED A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place to stay

No issues, owners were very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Doug T.

Liked: Cleanliness

was perfect for a get away

the place was great for what we was doing simple and easy to get around to the fishing spots.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant n Quiet

It was nice having a place so close to the race track. Bed are comphy, nice and clean, air condition units, it was perfect for us. The kitchen table and couches need updating, other than that it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy getaway

Super cozy little spot for a rustic getaway. Property manager was super friendly and communicative. Perfect distance to lake Michigan whilst being affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing

Outside of house litle ran down
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little stay

This little cottage was perfect for our stay. It is clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Most peace I have had all year

Great communication and location near friends who live in Brethren! I would stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

This little house was what we needed. A place to sleep. Location? Really depends on what you’re looking for. We were only in the house to sleep, otherwise we were out and about. If you’re a beach goer, you’ll have to travel. If you’re hunting or fishing, this is a good place. Just, DO NOT CLEAN FISH IN THE HOUSE! Clean, well stocked, good host…we would be happy to use this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shay T., Farwell

Liked: Cleanliness

4th of July 2023

Quaint little cabin exactly what we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, great host's.

Went to see my srep son graduate high school. We very much enjoyed everything. Nice firepit. We had a small problem figuring out the television but the host was there within 30 minutes to fix it. Everything was great, i would go again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Salmon fishing

It was very close to our fishing spots so we were able to spend more time fishing!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cozy home away from home

The property was great! Very cozy! Had everything we needed for our weekend away from home. Check in was effortless, Communication with the owner was easy. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and tidy cottage equipped with all we needed!

Within walking distance to a small park and lake , with only a short drive to fishing on the Manistee River.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Great experience anything we needed was right there. Great host will stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh L., Grand Haven mi.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent host great little town

We had a blast! The host is great and Thanks again Tracy! Cabin is clean and the locals and town are wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Deer camp paradise

Everything you need and so much more
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent home base for adventure

Reasonable price, clean and quiet. A small town, rural setting it was all I needed for a weekend stay. Was an excellent location as home base for nearby adventure be it forest trail or beach. Tracy was a gracious and friendly host, quick to respond. Overall a positive VRBO experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve G., Lexington MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin and location

Easy transaction with owner. Comfortable and clean cabin in a great location for kayaking the Pine River. Also try the Kozy Kitchen breakfast. Delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Katie G., Wyoming

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quiet place

My husband and I had a great time staying here while visiting the area. It was clean and we found the beds to be VERY comfortable! My only suggestion would be a more comfy couch upgrade. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerry and Nell Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable updated cabin with fabulous host!

Everything we needed with extra towels and toilet paper. Shower worked well with great pressure. Air conditioner in bedroom and main area was great with the hot weather. Very nice 55 in tv with cable ( Traceys husband came out within minutes to get it working again after I hit some wrong buttons 😳). Priced right. Very cute!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Stacy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly What We Needed

Very cute cottage in a perfect location for our weekend plans between Traverse City and Manistee. Property was clean and well stocked. Nice kitchen and bath and comfy bed. Plenty of parking space for our camper that we were hauling to Traverse. Tracy was very accommodating and easy to work with. Quick responses to our questions. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent weekend getaway as a family

If you're looking for a relaxing getaway, this is the place! Tracy was unbelievably accommodating and was quick to respond at a moments notice should we have needed anything. As a family of three, this was perfect! Clean, well stocked & plenty of firewood! Not to mention, the check-in process was smooth. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Little Spot

Stayed here for a week and really enjoyed it! Clean with all the necessary amenities. Fire pit is awesome.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021