Holiday houses in Merrill Township

Peaceful & Cozy Private Living Space- Pond View

You will have the entire basement-- two bedrooms, bathroom, small kitchen area, & living room-- to yourself. We are in a wooded setting a couple of miles from town. You'll be able to enjoy your own patio entrance (pond view) with access to a firepit. We are close to the White Pine Trail, the perfect place to walk or jog. We think you'll find the space peaceful & cozy. There is a stairway to the upstairs, but it is curtained off for privacy. You will have the entire floor & entrance to yourself!

Private Lakefront Retreat

Step away from the daily grind into this quiet lakefront retreat in the woods, sitting on 3 acres. Hightower Lake sits just 25 minutes E of Silver Lake, and 45 minutes SE from Ludington. Boasting 200' of private frontage, this cottage sleeps up to 5, with at home amenities, as well as outdoor activities including kayaks, paddle boat, fishing poles and yard games. Enjoy your time while grilling on the patio, gathering around the firepit, or relaxing on the beach with a beautiful sunset. Cheers!

Hand Crafted Home- Retreat into Nature #JansmaHome

This family built home will recharge you. Tall windows give a front row seat to the wildlife that approaches this home that is tucked into the Manistee National Forest. Lounge in the bay window and overlook the blooming meadow that leads to the pond in the summer. Curl up with a cup of tea and feel the warmth of the stone walls during a winter snow fall. Listen to the sounds of the night on the enchanted screened in porch. Breath the fall air while walking the trail prepared in the woods.

1830's Log Cabin in the Woods

Johnson's Peace Lodge 5G WiFi now available. Enjoy lake access in an 1830’s log cabin in the woods. You'll find a peaceful place to restore your mind, body and soul in the Manistee National Forest. Access to a 15-acre private fishing/no wake lake just few minute walk from the cabin. New dock as of June 2023. Kayaks, canoe, SUP. A/C in main bdrm. P. S. The neighbor with the dogs has moved away permanently. ;-) NOTE: 3 night minimum $25 per person per night after 2 persons. $50 Pet fee

Infamous Winchester Mystery Cabin

Want a place to close the door and shut off the world. Gather with family, w/o going to a campground? You’ve found it! Cabin now available for the 1st time. Steps away from spring fed Woodland Lake, public beach, canoeing, close to trails in Lake County, this infamous spot known as the Winchester House (nicknamed after the famous home of Sarah Winchester) share the door to nowhere, & under improvement since originally built in the late 30’s. Cleaned & disinfected after each guest.

"The Land" Large cabin in the woods with WIFI

Cabin on 125 acres of woods. Cabin has a lot of space with a full kitchen, main living area and a bonus room upstairs. We have a trail that takes you around the perimeter of the property, can be used for atvs, hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross country skiing etc. Cabin is close to state land with many more miles of trails! There are plenty of small Lakes around to fish. Pettibone lake is right around the corner within a mile with public access and is an "all sports lake".

Enjoy life away from the big city at this getaway.

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil Barn Loft apartment. Enjoy the 1,000 feet of Carr Creek and abundant wildlife that surround this beautiful getaway. Fish the near by Pere Marquette River and hunt whitetail deer in season. Relax by the flowing pond and fire pit while grilling out. Great place for outdoor enthusiast, snowmobilers, and ATV riding, with an abundance of well marked trails. Ample covered parking for all of your toys. Bring your pet for a small fee.

Little Cabin in the Woods

Little Cabin in the woods surrounded by State and Federal land, snowmobile, ATV and bike trails. Quick 30 mins drive to beautiful Lake Michigan. Cabin is heated in the winter and air conditioning in the summer. Kitchen has dishes and a coffee pot for that fresh first cup. The Cabin is rustic and sets in the woods and is visited by nature. The local residents are deer, bear & squirrels. No WiFi(yet), but we have two TVs with local channels. Fire Pit and outside grill.

Riverbend Retreat Pere Marquette

Welcome to The Riverbend Retreat! A Paddler & Angler's paradise! Escape to 6 private acres on a scenic stretch of the Pere Marquette River. Enjoy close proximity to canoe rentals, fishing outfitters, hiking & great food! Explore the trails and waters of Huron-Manistee National Forest or sit and watch the sun glisten off of the water from the riverside fire pit. North Country Trailhead just 5 min west! Groceries, ice cream & gas station just 1/2 mile away.