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The Little A frame

Cabin in Wellston with kitchen and fireplace

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Fireplace
Pet friendly
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Wellston, MI

Place, Sand Lake
‪7 min drive‬
Place, Tippy Dam Recreation Area
‪30 min drive‬
Place, Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf
‪35 min drive‬
Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wellston

This cabin places you next to Huron-Manistee National Forest and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Dorner Lake Recreation Area. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Sand Lake - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
Crystal Lake Township Park - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 30 min drive - 10.5 miles
Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 35 min drive - 22.6 miles
Little River Casino - 42 min drive - 34.9 miles

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪Oak Grove Tavern - ‬9 min drive
‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
‪Irons Cafe - ‬9 min drive
‪Jackie's Place - ‬8 min drive
‪Redneck Yacht Club - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Little A frame

Located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest. 4 miles from Tippy Dam, 1 mile from Dublin store, 1/4 mile from Atv snowmobile trails, and 10 miles from Caberfae ski resort. Minutes from the Manistee and Pine River. This small A frame is great for 2 people but can handle 4 with a pull out bed! It is located in the center of hiking, biking, fishing,hunting, canoeing, ORV, snowmobiling and site seeing areas!

The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. The cabin also includes a fireplace.

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$188 nightly

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

Bedroom

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

DVD player
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill

Comfort

Air conditioning

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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

Pets

This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

The Little Tippy Dam

The Little Tippy Dam Cabin Cabin

The Little Tippy Dam Cabin Wellston

The Little Tippy Dam Cabin Cabin Wellston

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Wellston, just steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest. You'll also find Sand Lake and Fairbanks Lake within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What do couples enjoy most about The Little A frame?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cabin, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each cabin and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Little A frame?

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

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

How far is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 25.7 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Little A frame?

No, there aren't any cabins with balconies at The Little A frame.

The Little A frame Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Sep 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it instantly! Was a very cool experience. Reminded me of a tree house. Everything was little . We loved it and would stay there again. 10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

Sep 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

This cabin is very cute and exactly what we needed for a cold and rainy long weekend! David is a wonderful host and helped to make our stay extremely enjoyable! Super location and a perfect little getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

Sep 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway if you want to connect with nature and be close to Manistee and Cadillac.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke G.

Aug 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

We enjoyed the quaint A-frame space. We had a very adventurous weekend and didn't get to spend as much time as we would have liked at the Vrbo, but the time we did have we enjoyed thoroughly.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna E.

Aug 24, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness

The cabin wasnt terrible, but they could have done some more cleaning and repairs of the cabin to make it look a little less run down. We had a problem with the oven not working and had to call the owner the first day...and he asked where the husband was to fix it. That was a little rude and sexist.The beds werent comfortable at all and the toiletries that were provided were, what looked like, old products people had left behind...and i dont realy want to use someones partially used body wash. I guess i just wasnt very impressed with how much i paid.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinny H.

Aug 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little getaway spot!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

Aug 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

This cabin was awesome and exactly what me and the kids were hoping for!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark h.

Jun 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a great time riding ORV's close to trails and not far from stores/restaurants.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Doug W.

Jun 7, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole H.

Feb 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Cozy in Winter!

Two of us stayed in the cabin for a weekend during the winter, and it was so cozy! The fireplace did a great job of heating the space, and kicks on automatically. We had no problem staying warm. As other reviews stated, though it backs up to woods, it is in a neighborhood. But there is a decent amount of seclusion. The exterior has also been painted black recently, so it looks different than the pictures, but the black looks great! Cooking supplies and utensils were conveniently in the cabin as well as towels and a few toiletries which was really helpful. VRBO Owner was quick and responsive to any questions we had. Hoping to stay again in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

Aug 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

The littleA frame

It was very comfy cozy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Richard H.

May 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Very cozy cabin

We totally loved the place and will be back. That being said, a few things could be better upkept. The portable a/c in the closet was quite dirty and a bit of a pain to set up. The water is fine for washing and the bathroom but dont plan on drinking it if avoidable. Tall people will find it tricky to navigate in some spots. Main thing to remember is it is a cabin and feels as such. Luxury it is not. We wouldn't have it any other way.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with partner

Sep 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location close to gas station, jerky store and fishing spots. Nice quiet neighborhood. Lot of nearby options for things to do. Enjoyed a 2 night fishing trip. Very nice cabin. Love the back porch/fire pit setup. We ended up grilling dinner every night. We were even able to watch the Michigan game at the cabin. The crystal clear night sky made for an amazing view of the stars that you can't see in the city. Awesome place, we definitely plan on coming back. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Jul 31, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Setting was very peaceful. The A frame was clean and exactly what we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

May 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool little cabin!

Cabin was small but very cool set up. Great use of space. Very well kept up and clean. Large grocery store and gas within a mile of the cabin. Really enjoyed the stay. We stayed with my wife, myself, and our teen son and didn't really feel cramped. If you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a tiny house, definitely check it out!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Was nice

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Jan 15, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy up north stay

We had a great time! The cabin is cozy and the trails near by are wonderful. The cabin has everything we would have needed, towels, microwave and stove/ oven, Keurig, coffee maker, utensils and cookware, tv and DVD player. We stayed 3 nights and only left for the trails. Will definitely come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

matt k.

Nov 14, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

nice little place

great little a frame to stay in. very cozy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

cindi H., Grand Blanc

Oct 18, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing weekend

The property was clean, well stocked and very cozy. Had everything we needed for a wonderful weekend. No internet or Wi-Fi so definitely an unplugged weekend. My only disappointment was in the picture it looked more secluded, in the middle of the woods but it’s actually in a neighborhood

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bentley

Oct 10, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Bad cell service everywhere but not the property owners fault. WI-FI would be nice

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

James R.

Aug 27, 2022

Okay

My allergies kicked up and we could only stay one night of our two night stay

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank B.

Jul 23, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice A-Frame Deep in the National Forest

Very comfy for 2, not certain 4 people can fit comfortably. Very accurate and timely info from the owner when I had inquiries. Be prepared to drive a bit to get to tourist destinations, but take advantage of the incredible forest you are located in. A very convenient grocery store is minutes from the A-frame (with a record setting amount of jerky). The backyard firepit is great and you will have all the essentials you need in the kitchen. The lockbox on the front porch is not operable. It may be time to shampoo the carpeting on the stairway up to the bedroom. Great value!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Jun 11, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We loved this cabin/cottage, it was clean and nicely decorated. It was perfect for our anniversary weekend. Quiet neighborhood, and just about a mile and a half from the Dublin Store. We would stay again in this house. The only thing I could say negative about it is that it says in the amenities there is internet and there is no internet.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aseneth O.

Jun 6, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

A Gem In The Woods

This little gem offers your choice of a multitude of things to do outside and keep you entertained for hours. We went there to hike in the Manistee forest. There we saw skiing,, ATV and dirt bike trails. The Pine and Manistee rivers for canoeing and fishing too. A cozy little cabin to relax in at the end of the day.. Thank you for sharing your cabin it was wonderful!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Crystal U., Battle creek, USA

May 30, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

It was sufficient

Me and my husband enjoyed the cabin and the area. The only issue we had was that the listing stated that there was Wi-Fi. Which Is something that was needed for my husbands job. Due to his position he needed to be able to receive emails and there was limited cell service so Wi-Fi was important.There was a tab on the booking that stated if you have not received the Wi-Fi instructions to message the host. The day before our arrival I messaged the host for the information and was told “there is no Wi-Fi” at this point is was to late to cancel and receive our money back. I just feel like the host should review the posting and make changes. We have used VRBO 3 times a year for approximately 6 yrs and not had any issues until now. We really enjoyed the cabin but feel like the stress of needing to find cell service to check emails took away from our time to enjoy the cabin.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022