Guidebook for our area
Food Scene
Local eatery just a little more than a mile south of the cabin. Casual, great food, and the best service around. Well known for their fish dinners and burgers made with locally raised beef.
Doc's Sauble River Inn
9121 US-31Local eatery just a little more than a mile south of the cabin. Casual, great food, and the best service around. Well known for their fish dinners and burgers made with locally raised beef.
Unique restaurant with a large craft beer selection on tap. No fryer, so it's not the typical bar food. Located in historic downtown Manistee.
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TJ’s Pub
399 River StUnique restaurant with a large craft beer selection on tap. No fryer, so it's not the typical bar food. Located in historic downtown Manistee.
Historic saloon in Manistee that serves outstanding breakfast as well as a full lunch & dinner menu. Family friendly & known for great service.
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The Painted Lady Saloon
723 Kosciusko StHistoric saloon in Manistee that serves outstanding breakfast as well as a full lunch & dinner menu. Family friendly & known for great service.
1950's style diner located in Ludington. Well known for ice cream and the best breakfast menu around. A definite stop for families if you're in Ludington
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House of Flavors Restaurant
402 W Ludington Ave1950's style diner located in Ludington. Well known for ice cream and the best breakfast menu around. A definite stop for families if you're in Ludington
Quaint eatery in downtown Ludington serving European baked goods, plus breakfast and lunch fare such as quiche, torte, and sandwiches.
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Chef John's Bakery & Cafe
110 W Filer StQuaint eatery in downtown Ludington serving European baked goods, plus breakfast and lunch fare such as quiche, torte, and sandwiches.
A local breakfast and bruch favorite in downtown Ludington with a variety of unique cuisine options.
Cafe 106
106 N Rath AveA local breakfast and bruch favorite in downtown Ludington with a variety of unique cuisine options.
Brewpub serving up pizza, pub fare, salads, and some of the finest locally brewed beers. Try the Summer Fling! They offer outdoor seating and live music.
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Ludington Bay Brewing Co
515 S James StBrewpub serving up pizza, pub fare, salads, and some of the finest locally brewed beers. Try the Summer Fling! They offer outdoor seating and live music.
A hidden gem located in downtown Scottville, just 10 miles south of the cabin. The owners use locally grown fruit and make each wine themselves on site!
North Branch Winery
126 South Main StreetA hidden gem located in downtown Scottville, just 10 miles south of the cabin. The owners use locally grown fruit and make each wine themselves on site!
Cozy cafe located near Scottville, 10 miles south of the cabins. Unique and traditional breakfast and lunch features. Homemade soups, pie, and desserts. Try the pot roast breakfast hash! You won't be disappointed!
Jolly Plate
2516 US-31Cozy cafe located near Scottville, 10 miles south of the cabins. Unique and traditional breakfast and lunch features. Homemade soups, pie, and desserts. Try the pot roast breakfast hash! You won't be disappointed!
Fun Key West themed local hangout, occasional live music on weekends, casual seafood & pub food.
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Barnhart's Resort & Marina
6006 Barnhart RdFun Key West themed local hangout, occasional live music on weekends, casual seafood & pub food.
Convenience Store
Gas station and convenience store located just a mile south of the cabin. BEST take out pizza around! Beer cave and large liquor & wine selection.
Ertie's Forest Trail
9331 US-31Gas station and convenience store located just a mile south of the cabin. BEST take out pizza around! Beer cave and large liquor & wine selection.
Lake Michigan Beaches
Natural area with hiking trails and beach on Lake Michigan. Rock and beach glass hunting.
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Magoon Creek Natural Area
2925 Red Apple RdNatural area with hiking trails and beach on Lake Michigan. Rock and beach glass hunting.
Public beach area in Manistee with amenities and playground
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1st Street Beach Manistee, Michigan
100-122 S Lakeshore DrPublic beach area in Manistee with amenities and playground
5th Avenue Beach
Public beach in Manistee on Lake Michigan with amenities
Stearns Park
420 N Lakeshore DrPublic beach in Ludington with amenities
Sundling Park
2925 Red Apple RdAnother great spot for rock hunting and enjoying the sandy beach.
North Beach Access
Dog & family friendly!
Landmarks to see
A nice 3 mile round trip walk out to the lighthouse with stunning views of Lake Michigan.
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Big Sable Point Lighthouse
8800 N LighthouseA nice 3 mile round trip walk out to the lighthouse with stunning views of Lake Michigan.
Take a day trip to one of the most stunning views in America at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
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Sleeping Bear Dunes
Take a day trip to one of the most stunning views in America at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Outdoor Activities
Hiking, Mountain & Fat Tire bike trails, groomed Cross Country ski trails. Well marked trails, good for first time hikers, bikers, & skiers.
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Big M
Hiking, Mountain & Fat Tire bike trails, groomed Cross Country ski trails. Well marked trails, good for first time hikers, bikers, & skiers.
Hiking trail with scenic outlook over Lake Michigan. Good for first time hikers all the way up to experienced hikers. Hike as far or as little as you want.
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Arcadia Dunes Baldy Trailhead
Trail to BaldyHiking trail with scenic outlook over Lake Michigan. Good for first time hikers all the way up to experienced hikers. Hike as far or as little as you want.
Hiking trails in a wilderness setting with scenic views of Lake Michigan. Hiking experience recommended.
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Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area
Hiking trails in a wilderness setting with scenic views of Lake Michigan. Hiking experience recommended.
Hike one of the most photographed stretches of the North Country Trail along the scenic Manistee River through the Manistee National Forest.
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Manistee River Trail
Hodenpyl TrailHike one of the most photographed stretches of the North Country Trail along the scenic Manistee River through the Manistee National Forest.
Attractions
Fun filled interactive children's museum. Good for several hours of entertainment for small children.
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Sandcastles Children's Museum
129 E Ludington AveFun filled interactive children's museum. Good for several hours of entertainment for small children.
Interactive nautical museum in a listed coast guard station by the lake. Great for families and history buffs.
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Port of Ludington Maritime Museum
Interactive nautical museum in a listed coast guard station by the lake. Great for families and history buffs.
A replica 19th century pioneer style village on 23 acres. A fun family destination.
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Historic White Pine Village
1687 S Lakeshore DrA replica 19th century pioneer style village on 23 acres. A fun family destination.
Bring your own ORV or book a trip to ride the beautiful sand dunes at Silver Lake.
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Silver Lake Sand Dunes
1765 North Lakeview DriveBring your own ORV or book a trip to ride the beautiful sand dunes at Silver Lake.
Definitely a "must do" activity if you're traveling with young children!
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Lewis Farms & Petting Zoo
4180 M-20Definitely a "must do" activity if you're traveling with young children!
Located just 3 miles south of the cabins. They have seasonal locally grown fruits and vegetables, bakery items, and fudge! In the Fall, families can enjoy a variety of activities such as a hay ride through their "spooky" woods, corn maze, and games.
Orchard Market
8418 US-31Located just 3 miles south of the cabins. They have seasonal locally grown fruits and vegetables, bakery items, and fudge! In the Fall, families can enjoy a variety of activities such as a hay ride through their "spooky" woods, corn maze, and games.