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Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wellston, MI
  • Place, Wellston Branch Library
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cranberry Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Lake Township Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wellston

This hotel places you next to Huron-Manistee National Forest and within a 5-minute drive of Wellston Branch Library. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Wellston Branch Library - 4 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Cranberry Lake - 5 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Crystal Lake Township Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Chittenden Lake - 5 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Cooley Bridge Roadside Park - 6 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Traks Bar And Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Yacht Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shandys - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Daddy's Diner - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bear Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near Resorts & Hiking Trails!

The Bear Den is a 1 Bed, 1Bath (Shower) Unit in the newly remodeled Black Bear Inn in Wellston, Mi

The unit (motel style room) features a double and single bed in the private bedroom with exterior door, Full Kitchen and Living area. Living Room Sofa is a double sleeper sofa. Bathroom features shower, sink, toiletries, and all the linens your group may require.

Location: This motel is located on M-55 (Caberfae Hwy) and has potential for road noise- Please keep this in mind when making a reservation!

SNOWMOBILERS- The trails do not run into this property, however, we do offer a staging area right off the trail at the corner of M-55/Seaman Rd in Wellston. You can park your trailers in the lot and ride to the trails. The trailers may remain on the lot the duration of your stay. The lot offers video surveillance 24/7 to keep tabs on your property. Contact for additional details!

Satellite television provided by Dish Network. Free WIFI

FAQ's

Can we bring our pet?
Unfortunately we have many guests with pet allergies and pet hair/dander is a constant issue. We are not accepting pets at this time.

What do we need to bring?
We supply toilet paper, hand soap, paper towel, dish soap, sponges, linens/blankets/pillows for beds (beds are made for guests) as well as towels, washcloths, kitchen towels, mini shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, etc.. We suggest bringing anything you feel you may need in addition and reviewing our amenities and supply list in it's entirety prior to traveling to your rental.

What activities are available in your area?
The activities in our area are nearly entirely outdoor recreation activities. Blessed to be located in the Manistee National Forest we are lucky to be very close to some amazing hiking/fat biking trails such as the Big M and the North Country Trail. We are surrounded by lakes and rivers as well. Kayak or canoe on the Big Manistee, the Little Manistee or the Pine River. Watch the salmon run in the fall in small creeks or fish one of our many small lakes. We are also located only about a half hour from Lake Michigan and it's beautiful beaches. Shopping is available in Manistee, Ludington, and Traverse City. Our area also has many ATV and Snowmobile trails and trail maps are available online and in the welcome book at our cabins. This cabin is located approx 20-35 minutes from Crystal Mountain and Caberfae Peaks for skiing and snowboarding. We are located 25 minutes from the Little River Casino and our area hosts the Hoxeyville Music Festival Annually as well!

How far are you from...?
Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes: A little over an hour
Manistee: 25 Minutes
Ludington: 50 Minutes
Traverse City: 1 Hr- 1 1/4 Hour

What is your cancellation policy: You will receive a full refund if your stay is cancelled at least 14 days prior to arrival. We will make every attempt to rebook your dates and you will receive a refund if we are able do so.

Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: 250.00 fine
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

No fish cleaning on property.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Pack n play available upon request

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
250.00 fine

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Black Bear Inn Bear Den Sleeps 5 Wifi/dish Fishing Wellston
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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this hotel?

This hotel is located in Wellston, just steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest. You'll also find Cranberry Lake and Crystal Lake Township Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Bear Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near Resorts & Hiking Trails! ?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is this hotel next to a casino?

No, this hotel is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Bear Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near Resorts & Hiking Trails! good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some guestrooms, as well as a firepit.

Does Bear Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near Resorts & Hiking Trails! have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this hotel include breakfast service?

No, this hotel doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this hotel.

Does Bear Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near Resorts & Hiking Trails! have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to this hotel?

The closest major airport to this hotel is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 16.9 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bear Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near Resorts & Hiking Trails! ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bear Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near Resorts & Hiking Trails! .

Bear Den at The Black Bear Inn! Satellite, WiFi, Near Resorts & Hiking Trails! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Very clean. The only small suggestion would be to put a real size TV in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was wonderful great place very clean close to rivers had a blast will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was exceptionally friendly and helpful when we called for our entrance code. The room was clean, comfy, and lovely, perfect size for the two of us for a few days of skiing and exploring the area. Perfect distance from everything- 20 min to Caberfae, 20 minutes to Manistee, even closer to M-55 market (great spot!) and the Redneck Yacht Club. Thinking of coming back next year and making it a tradition!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi M.

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

A very cozy getaway

Exactly what we were looking for. Had a great time and will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and cozy, stayed in the same room Oct 2024. Will most likely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bear Inn is our go-to place for get-a-ways from our busy lives. We love hanging out there and using it as a base camp to travel to Manistee, hiking trails and Traverse City. It's a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Great little cabin in Wellston

Perfect location for our trip to the Manistee NF, which was only 5 minutes away. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. The stove and full sized refrigerator were a definite plus. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

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

Bears den

Very nice cabin. Very clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

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

Very Nice

Very nice property, very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Excellent little to stay during the salmon run.

This place was very clean and cozy. Great location for fishing. The beds were comfortable and clean. Living room was comfortable and clean.Good parking. Bathroom kinda tight but still nice. All around a good place to stay. Will book again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute rooms. More than i expected. We will stay again on a future trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great value. Had everything and a cute cabin charm. Very good location to so many local places. Found that my sister rented the river location while I rented the black bear and both of us were so happy. Owner does an amazing job.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne A.

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

Nice home away from home

The furniture and beds were comfortable and not overly worn compared to other Vrbo properties we’ve stayed at. The unit is nicely updated. The amenities were more than expected. The price was spot on, although we didn't stay for the entire reservation due to weather not cooperating with our snowboarding plans.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Host Minor issue quickly resolved
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deb A.

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

Baby girl visit

We love this property and the coziness of the cabins, however, this time was a little less comfy. The beds really got to us this time. We should've got the room with bigger beds. I'll remember next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Road Noise

The cost great. The property was clean! Although, the road noise from the vehicles driving by was terrible. With that said my wife and I did sleep very well. If noise wouldn't be a bother then this is a clean and cost friend place to stay! PS add largers TV's :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn K.

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

Favorite place

We stay here a few times a year! Alicia is always accommodating and our rooms are always perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

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

Home away from home

We love the Black Bear Inn. This was our 3rd time visiting. The place was very clean and comfortable. They have many outdoor games, however we go to fish and gamble. I can’t recommend this place enough. Hop skip and jump to Lake Michigan and Manistee. The hosts are wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT K.

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

Up North Getaway

Clean, Cozy, and Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric f.

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

The inn is lovely. A very nice place for a weekend get away.

Renting this property was an easy process. This is a very nice inn that had been redone well with a great up north theme.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie C.

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

Cozy and clean

The property was clean and easy to find. The check in process was very easy. We had everything we needed in the unit and the bed was pretty comfy! The only downside was the size of the shower but other than that we had a great stay and the unit was well put together and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Fabulous place

This place is amazing! Host provided coffee, snacks, toiletries, and much more. Extremely clean. Comfortable beds and great living area furniture. Outside area is very nice, grills, firepit, picnic tables. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
would like bigger bed in bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse s.

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

Great property

Super nice cabin, it was a great location for us as we were skiing at Caberfea.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious. Shower stall is a bit small but served its purpose.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

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