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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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Wellston, MI
  • Place, Dorner Lake Recreation Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dorner Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Sand Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪31 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

  • Dorner Lake Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Dorner Lake - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Sand Lake - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Cool Lake - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Crystal Lake Township Park - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak Grove Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jackie's Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Irons Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Yacht Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬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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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Cool Lake within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Little A frame?

No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.

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.

Is The Little A frame a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Little A frame?

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

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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Little A frame?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms 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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Little A frame?

No, you won't find cabins with balconies at The Little A frame.

The Little A frame Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jinny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little getaway spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway if you want to connect with nature and be close to Manistee and Cadillac.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was awesome and exactly what me and the kids were hoping for!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

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

8/10 Good

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a good in clean cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time riding ORV's close to trails and not far from stores/restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ferlin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen had everything we needed. The fireplace was easy to setup and very warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place

Was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Cozy Cabin close to riding trails

This place was great for a long weekend. Cozy little place to lay your head after a day of adventure in the Manistee Forest. Will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

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

8/10 Good

T M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honestly it was a great place to stay while salmon fishing, the futon and bed were comfortable. It is a small space, but the price is fair for what you get. Being 6'5", the shower was a little cramped for me but it had all the hot water you needed so there is nothing to complain about! No WiFi, but that was a great excuse to ignore work.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

The littleA frame

It was very comfy cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Peaceful

Setting was very peaceful. The A frame was clean and exactly what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was quick to respond to my last minute reservation for the following day with suggestions to have the address/map & key code instructions saved since cell service is limited around that area. Appreciated the advice so we could be prepared. Since we arrived during the snowstorm there was concern about the roads/driveway not being plowed but all was passable. The central location between BigM and Caberfae was perfect for our stay with the bonus of Dublin Store minutes away for grabbing snacks. The A-Frame was cozy for the 3 of us. 2 of us slept in the loft and one on the futon.It was pretty warm in the loft from the stove that’s used to heat the A-Frame that I suggest packing a small fan. We made good use of the tiny kitchen. It was well stocked with dishes and cooking utensils. The limited cell service and no WiFi might discourage some but it was refreshing to disconnect from the algorithms of smart phones. It was so quiet there and the fresh snow made the whole scene picturesque. Will be planning to stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just went to fish. Didn’t really care about the sleeping arrangements. But I am OCD and it was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bentley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bad cell service everywhere but not the property owners fault. WI-FI would be nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

James R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Okay

My allergies kicked up and we could only stay one night of our two night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cole H.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard H.

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anna E.

Liked: Check-in, communication
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

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