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Enjoy the best of the Ausable River Valley & Huron National Forest

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Luzerne, MI
  • Au Sable River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Garland
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • West Twin Lake
    ‪39 min drive‬

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Tiny Cabin in Huron National Forest!

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (17)
The price is NZ$252
for 1 cabin
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Tiny Cabin in Huron National Forest!

About the area

Luzerne

Located in Luzerne, this cabin is a 1-minute drive from Huron-Manistee National Forest and 8 minutes from Au Sable River. .This cabin is 14 mi (22.5 km) from Smith Lake and 14.4 mi (23.1 km) from McMasters Bridge Landing.
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What's nearby

  • Au Sable River - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Garland - 36 min drive - 29.1 km
  • West Twin Lake - 39 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 55 min drive - 48.4 km
  • The Nightmare Golf Course - 70 min drive - 58.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Ma Deeters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bakery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Deez Camp 10 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Mysty's Sweet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Deez Pizzeria - ‬6 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.

Enjoy the best of the Ausable River Valley & Huron National Forest

Clean, Cozy and Perfectly Decorated, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Cabin bordering the Huron National Forest.... just a short walk to the Scenic Big Creek. We are centrally located to all points of interest in Oscoda County.
You will be pleased to find a host of basic amenities. This is the perfect place to unplug from your busy life and enjoy watching the various wildlife and many bird species right out your window, relax, read a book and don't forget a quiet starry night campfire. Your stay can include many outdoor activities, such as: visiting the large neighboring Amish community with their tidy farms and unique stores, fishing, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, ATV riding, hiking, scenic overlooks and much more. We find that when many of our guests arrive they prefer to just stay and enjoy the very unique, quiet and natural surroundings.

This Cabin is an Adult Only Rental. We welcome 3 night minimum stays as well as weekly rentals.

* One of our main goals is to keep guests costs at a minimum. We do not charge a cleaning fee and you will not see a " Host Fee" when you finalize your booking. For everyone's convenience fiberoptic wifi is available. There is a Verizon Cell tower in our Village of Luzerne. We provide an up to date T.V. and D.V.D. player so bring your favorite movies and connectivity devices along.

*** Please be sure to click on amenities then click "view all amenities" for a list.


- We are located in Oscoda County within the Huron National Forest and the Ausable River Valley.

-We are currently the 6th least populated county in the state, this includes the U.P. Counties.


There are several points of interest in the area.....

- A large Amish Community in the Mio area with many tidy farms and interesting retail stores.

- There is a very large network of ATV and Snowmobile Trails.

- Horse Back Riding
* our area is part of the "Michigan Shore to Shore Trail"

- Cross Country Skiing
"Loud Creek"

- Golfing:
"Fairview Hills"
"Cedar Valley"
" Garland"

- All Species Fishing, Kayaking/Canoeing/Tubing the Ausable. There are many access points for fishing and many canoe liveries in the area.

- Hiking:
"The Luzerne Board Walk"
A peaceful hike above the cedar swamp to the Big Creek bridge and beyond

- 3 Scenic Overlooks:
"Camp Ten Bridge"
"Consumers Energy Overlook"
"McKinley Road Overlook"

- Ma Deeters in Luzerne provides great food and drinks

- Luzerne Express (gas and grocery) is next door to Ma Deeters.

- Mio has several good Restaurants / Pizza shop / Bar ( Mio Saloon ) and a larger grocery store (Family Fare).

- Luzerne Zip 48636

- Mio Zip 48647
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free cabin features games, cross-country skiing nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Nick & Laura Custance

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Enjoy the best of the Ausable River Valley & Huron National Forest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronica O.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great getaway

I stayed for a few days just to get away for a bit. The cabin was quant and clean. I enjoyed watching the birds and squirrels, having a fire every night, hiking on the nearby trails, and generally just relaxing. Would highly recommend this location. The hosts were wonderful and everything was super easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin experience!!

The place was nice and cozy just like a cabin should be. An excellent stay would highly recommend 10 out of 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K., Dearborn Heights

Liked: Cleanliness

A peaceful spot

What a gem Nick and Laura have here. Perfectly sized for a couple. So cozy and clean. I would sit at the table and watched the birds all day and have been happy. The wood stove was a welcome warmth after trails and hikes all day. The bed was extremely comfortable. If you are looking for peace and quiet. This is your place. Thank you Nick and Laura for sharing your perfect cabin with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get Away From It All

Great basic cabin located in a quiet area. Perfect for getting away from the hustle of everyday life. The wood burning stove keep s it nice and toasty on chilly nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cabin, generous hosts

We booked for 4 days over
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

dana h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Last Minute Get Away

This was our 3rd trip to this beautiful cabin. It’s so peaceful and relaxing up here. We will definitely be back. Maybe this summer. Thank you Nick and Laura for the awesome hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful weekend away from it all

It was so nice to come Up North to this little cabin in the woods. It was a very nice place to stay, very quiet and clean. I might do this again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Property and Great Host

This is the cutest cabin in the woods with the cutest furniture and set up. It is set off by itself and very peaceful. The Hosts were very responsive and provided lots of information (including some sites to see in the area). This was our first VRBO rental and it went off without a hitch! It worked perfectly for my husband and I. While it can sleep more people (with the futon and fold down chair) it would get a little cramped I think. Everything is provided to cook, clean, etc. that you might need. We loved watching all the animals at the bird feeder outside the big sliding door. We used the fire pit (propane) on the back porch one night and had marshmallows over the fire. There is a nice fire pit for real wood with chairs around as well, but we were under a high fire risk advisory while there so didn't opt to start a real fire. We loved the location and everything about the property. The one note I might add is that while it is very nice and in the woods, it is also very close to the road. There is plenty of trees and a privacy fence on the deck so that you would not really notice it, except if you are outside and a car drives by. You can hear the road nose, even from inside sometimes. It isn't a super busy road, but is traveled often. Not really a deal breaker for us, but wanted to highlight this for any other renters. The only thing that would have made it better was if it was about 200 or 300 feet back further from the road :-) We certainly stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Getaway Retreat for 2

This is an absolutely wonderful place for a single or couple to getaway for the weekend. We would stay again in a heartbeat. The cabin is incredibly clean, updated and well appointed with furnishings and amenities, including a wood burning stove, a gas flame table and chairs on the deck, a fire pit, a new gas grill, and two outdoor deck areas to eat and sit in the sun. The kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, and cooking utensils. They had everything we needed for cooking two nights of meals (including some utensils you normally don't expect). The cabin is a short walk from access to Big Creek if you want to fish, and has good wifi and a TV that allows you to sign into your Netflix or Amazon account or hook up other devices you may have by HDMI cable (provided). One thing to be aware of is to check the "Amenities" and read all the way to the bottom to be aware of bedding/towels and cleaning conditions. They keep the fees low because they ask you to bring your own towels and linens and to do your own cleaning when you leave. We actually saw this as an attractive feature, as the savings on fees was well worth simply having to bring sheets and towels and the small amount of time it took to clean and leave the cabin in the condition we found it. Again, we couldn't have been more delighted with the cabin and plan to return again. They are wonderful and highly responsive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet get away

Everything was clean, well kept and well stocked. The house is adorable!! We loved the door wall view of the wild life and the choices of patio's to choose from for our meals and morning coffee/tea. It's secluded and private. Directions were very accurate, we had no problem finding the place. Local attractions are just a few miles away, in either direction of the house. Our hosts, Nick and Laura were very accommodating and have thought of everything. We couldn't have been happier with our stay, we will be recommending it to friends and family. And we will be returning in the future! Nick and Laura, thank you for sharing your home with us, we truly enjoyed ourselves, it was so wonderful and pleasant. Nick I need you to text me, we have to get your venmo information because we need to reinverse you for the condiments in the refrigerator that my husband took by accident.. lol Much appreciated and needed, Colleen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris and sue u.

Liked: Cleanliness

2024 trip

great cabin awesome stay. beautiful area excellent 4 wheeling area
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heidi K.

Beware of the following

My husband and I were so excited to stay at this cute location. Unfortunately, we got hit with some unexpected information and “additional costs.” Such as having to clean the cabin before we left. And beware, if you use towels and linens you’re going to get charged an extra $50. Which of course we weren’t made aware of this until after the fact. I would recommend just bringing your own towels and linens. Which kind of defeats the point of getting away and enjoying your stay, if you are expected to clean the cabin you’re staying in, and having to bring your own towels and linens. But, that’s just my opinion.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

This a great getaway cabin for two for the weekend. The place was spotless and beautifully updated. The hosts were great and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a relaxing week

Nick the was great very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

This property has everything you need. Even though the road was right there it is still secluded feeling. The hosts are incredible, and we can't wait to go back. Definitely what we needed for a re-charge, still wish we were there, it is always so hard going home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

My second stay at this property and also terrific. Friendly and communicative owners, and the location is excellent for seeing a bit of the Michigan outdoors.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Little Cabin

We spent the weekend at this great little cabin. Nick was very welcoming. We loved watching the birds at the feeder. The highlight was the Pileated Woodpecker. The wood burning stove makes the place so cozy and it was only a 7 minute drive to MaDeeters.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G., Ferndale, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Cozy

Loved! So cute and comfy. Would def book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cabin in the woods.

Great property and perfect location. The property manager was super helpful and was available every step of the way. I will be staying here again and i recommend anyone looking for an up north get away to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pail L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Easy Feeling

Real nice cabin with Mio and Lewiston close by also Ma Deeters in town ! Plenty of stars at night and wildlife to be enjoyed also thanks to Nick for a great time ! my wife and I will be coming back! THANKS AGAIN
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marvin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and Peaceful

Well equipped kitchen. Nice ambiance. Good location --near the Au Sable River region for hikes. Responsive host. The oft-filled bird feeder attracted a fascinating array of birds. The weather was rainy during our stay. But the cozy cabin was perfect for reading and sipping hot chocolate. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cabin

Terrific. Very nice hosts and comfortable for a few night getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tieler H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic Get Away

Wonderful little place to go to get away. Very clean! Cook wear is provided, just don’t forget your spices and butter. Amish stores are close by along with scenic areas. The wood stove was a plus to our romantic weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, clean cabin.

Cabin suited our needs beautifully, and was very clean. A lot of great hiking trails in the area and we had a wonderful time. We hope to go back in the winter to snowshoe. Nick was an excellent host. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023