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Perfect getaway for couples ! close to Ludington or Baldwin.

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to the Red Log Cabin Retreat, surrounded by Manistee National Forest. Unwind in this cozy cabin with modern amenities, including a stone fireplace and gazebo or relax around the firepit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4995 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Perfect getaway for couples ! close to Ludington or Baldwin.

We invite you to come and relax, in the recently updated, quaint log cabin. It is the perfect spot for a weekend getaway or a romantic escape. Located 15 miles East of Ludington, 14 miles West of Baldwin and by the Manistee National Forest. This is a great place for trail riding, hiking and enjoying the outdoors, with access to a public boat launch 1/2 block away on Long Lake. Perfect for swimming, fishing or spending time in the water kayaking or canoeing.
This quiet cabin gives an inviting romantic, woodsy atmosphere, with modern amenities. This is a smoke free and pet free premises.
The cabin is equipped with a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, Kerig, coffee maker, pots, pans, dishes and utensils. We have cable TV and Internet/ Wi Fi. The bedroom has a luxurious, king bed. There is also a full sleeper and twin sleeper for additional guests.
This quiet getaway provides plenty of places to relax, from sitting in front of the real stone fireplace reading, or in the gazebo or around the firepit.
A great place to clear your mind and getaway from the busy everyday life. Become one with nature and come relax at the red log cabin retreat

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 995 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash dishes and return to original place found.
Return keys to keybox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: There will be a $250.00 cleaning fee if any pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Approval for more than 4 guests must be made prior

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 53-002-015-120-00

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Red Cabin Retreat is Available for Perfect Couples Getaway!
Red Cabin Retreat is Available Perfect for Couples Getaway!
Red Cabin Retreat is Available Perfect for Couples Fall Getaway!

About the area

Map
Fountain, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron-Manistee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 27 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Hamlin Lake - 32 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 40 min drive - 71.1 km
  • Little River Casino - 49 min drive - 73.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rendezvous - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fin's Beach Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Country Diner - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Emerson Lake Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Riley's Rendezvous GRI - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect getaway for couples ! close to Ludington or Baldwin. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Perfect getaway for couples ! close to Ludington or Baldwin. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect getaway for couples ! close to Ludington or Baldwin. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect getaway for couples ! close to Ludington or Baldwin. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect getaway for couples ! close to Ludington or Baldwin. located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pere Marquette River and Nugent Lake. Dockery Lake and Mobey Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Perfect getaway for couples ! close to Ludington or Baldwin. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the peaceful setting, and how accomodating the host was. Elly thought of everything and the cabin was very well supplied with everything you would need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place grew on us during our stay and we hated to leave on the day of our departure. The inside was well equipped for being able to cook and prepare meals. The outdoor furniture was dusty and we cleaned it off before using it. The inside was very tidy and the bed was super comfortable! I would definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Red Cabin Retreat

This place is great! We loved it from start to finish! We had a wonderful host and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Great place for couples, groups and families. 10/10 would recommend! Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence M.

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

Wonderful weekend getaway

Ellie and Bob are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Nice weekend away

We enjoyed a quiet, relaxing stay at this cute cabin. The grounds were very pretty and had a lot of nice places to sit and relax. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

teresa b.

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

October 2024

Charming cabin, great location, stocked with anything you could need. Great host, excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray Z.

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

our escape

everything was just as listed. the host couldn't have been more responsive or helpful. we would definitely look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

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

The cabin that has it all

We absolutely loved the red cabin in the woods. Has everything you could want. The weather didn't cooperate for us to enjoy outside however it was really nice to be able to just relax. The bed is very comfortable and soft. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Schmidt D.

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

Fun

Enjoyed it very much. The cabin was like a fairytale place. Very clean, neat. And so homey. Loved it. Would definitely do it again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie B., Novi

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

My Friend’s Review

We had planned a holiday weekend at this property because we enjoyed it so much last year. Due to some unexpected events, I ended up gifting my reservation to my dear friend. This is her review: Recently, my son and I enjoyed a wonderful weekend at Red Cabin Retreat in Fountain, Mi., very close to Ludington, on Lake Michigan. Not only was the cabin charmingly rustic in its decor, but it was also fully equipped with all modern appliances. In addition, our host had supplied guests with many little convenience items, such as one might have forgotten to bring! There were snacks and bottled water placed in the cabin; nothing was overlooked, it seemed.! Our host kindly gave us a history about the house, and offered information about the area, where we might find groceries, gas, and other shopping venues. We will definitely return to this lovely place sometime in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was quiet, peaceful and relaxing. It had any possible thing you could need/want and more!! I was very happy with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I couldn’t find the entry code on VRBO site but was able to contact owner and was given information. Owner was easy to work with! The home was fully stocked, anything we might need was right there. We used both pull out beds. We had trouble finding all the bedding. We are old school and prefer sleeping with both bottom and top sheets; only enough sheets were found for a bottom sheet. The bonfire chairs could use some cleaning;,also the front board on the bonfire deck came loose and fell over; needs repair. We were there for a family reunion nearby so we appreciated being so close. Thanks for sharing your space!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Red Cabin Retreat was a 1st Class wxperience and exceeded our expectations on every count. The property was inviting, spotless and had everything we could want to ensure we were both entertained and able to relax. I highly recommend this particular property for anyone looking to truly escape the crowds and noise of the hotel chains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Great weekend getaway

The little red log cabin was perfect! We had a great relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb R.

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

salmon fishing

All of th fellows were pleased everything clean and convenient to fishing. would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

Great Expierience

Very cozy. Well stocked , no need for anything because they thought of everything you may need. Clean. Many options for entertainment. Movies to watch, games to play, books to read, cozy camp fire, yard games and so much more. We will definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Red Cabin delivers!!

We came to the area for my husbands disc golf tournament. Little did we know we had found the perfect haven of rest for our down time. Elly and Dave have created such a cozy nest. There is seriously EVERYTHING you need at the Red Cabin. Although this time we came only with the two of us, we could easily have hosted a gathering for with friends/family with the outdoor space provided- a gazebo for games, a carport converted into seating for many, a campfire for s’mores with chairs surrounding it,and 5 kayaks. Inside the cabin is cozy, cute and also well equipped. The kitchen is complete! And, I when I locked myself out, Elly answered on the first ring greeting me by name. I was back in the cabin in 5 minutes. Thank you Elly for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne T.

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

Another pleasant stay!

This is our second time staying at the cabin and it was just as nice as the last. The cabin has everything you need and communication with the owner is always great. Neighborhood is nice and quiet so after a long day in downtown Ludington, it’s nice to come back to the peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

awsome

very nice you guys cater to your guest very well thank you for the nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Private and serene

This property is perfect for a romantic get away. It has all the amenities and more, just like being at home. Elly has gone out of her way to be accommodating to us. There are so many sitting areas in nature and the bonfire area was beautiful. It is wonderful that it has a covered area in case of rain. Perfect for morning coffee. We will probably be back our next trip to Ludington since everything is so close. Nice job!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Perfect Couples Retreat

The Little Red Cabin was a perfect destination for our romantic weekend getaway. Elly’s attention to detail was superb; everything was thought of. We had a great time making breakfast together in the kitchen, relaxing bye the fire, and flopping around the lovely little cozy cabin. We would 100% stay here again. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

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

Weekend

Had a great visit. Second time visiting this property and it didnt disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Great getaway.

Cozy and quiet. Was the perfect weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

william a.

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

Great long weekend getaway

Cozy cabin in the woods, perfect for my wife and I for a long weekend up to see family that was just a couple miles away. Would recommend others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

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

Quaint cabin

1903 original log cabin with country /lake cabin theme decor! Loads of charm. Comfy king sized bed. Sleeps more than 2 but perfect for a couple. Lots of outdoor living space but the weather was too chilly in for us to take advantage. I’d stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023