At this holiday home you'll be within steps of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Manikawa Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a fireplace. .Home features a living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .In proximity to this Brethren holiday home you'll find Little River Casino.
Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 19 min drive - 11.6 km
Little River Casino - 26 min drive - 24.9 km
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Traks Bar and Grill - 14 min walk
Kaleva Tavern - 8 min drive
Kozy Kitchen - 14 min drive
Country Side Restaurant - 7 min drive
Zeppi's - 2 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy!
Shady Pine Lodge is a cozy, fully furnished rental located in downtown Brethren. It is two blocks away from Lake Elinor and two blocks from the Dickson Township Park. It is only about 5 minutes from Tippy Dam. It is a quaint little rental with everything you need to have a relaxing stay. It has one bedroom with a queen size bed. The living room was a couch and a full size futon. In the back part of the living area there are two sturdy fold out twin size beds. Bedding is provided for all sleep spaces. There is a 55 inch tv with basic cable. The kitchen has dishes, cookware, coffee maker, microwave, full size refrigerator, and toaster. The bathroom has a full size tub and shower. Towels and wash cloths are provided. There is a walk in porch with a chest freezer for your fishing bounty. You will enjoy a spacious yard that has a fire pit and picnic table. A charcoal park style grill is also available for your use. We now have Wi-Fi!!
We have fire wood available at 4610 Highbridge Rd. It is located on the side of the garage under our business sign. Cost is $5 a bundle or 6 bundles for $25.
ONLY the number of people listed on VRBO contract may be at the house. Absolutely NO parties with outside people gathering. DO NOT mess up beds that are not slept in. Do not let children tear beds apart to make forts or to play on. The number of beds used should reflect your number of guests listed. You will be charged if you mess up beds not slept in.
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Children are never to be left unattended in house
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
Note from host: $15 per night camper/tent fee
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: $15 per night camper/tent fee For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Close to Tippy Dam Lake Elinor Dickson Park. Clean cozy!
Frequently asked questions
Does Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! ?
No, Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! ?
No, pets are not allowed.
Close to Tippy Dam, Lake Elinor, Dickson Park. Clean & cozy! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 37 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lea M.
11 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy space, quiet property, a/c worked great, host was responsive and nice, plenty of room for 4 people.
Lea M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christopher S.
3 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and comfortable
Tucked away in a very quiet corner of the neighborhood, this little cabin turned out to be more comfortable than some more elaborate offerings.
Christopher S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Victor P.
3 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Victor P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
TED A.
4 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay
No issues, owners were very accommodating
TED A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Doug T.
28 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
was perfect for a get away
the place was great for what we was doing simple and easy to get around to the fishing spots.
Doug T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ginny J.
8 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant n Quiet
It was nice having a place so close to the race track. Bed are comphy, nice and clean, air condition units, it was perfect for us. The kitchen table and couches need updating, other than that it was perfect.
Ginny J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Samuel W.
5 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy getaway
Super cozy little spot for a rustic getaway. Property manager was super friendly and communicative. Perfect distance to lake Michigan whilst being affordable.
Samuel W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
David M.
6 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing
Outside of house litle ran down
David M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole M.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little stay
This little cottage was perfect for our stay. It is clean and had everything we needed.
Nicole M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shawn D.
31 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Most peace I have had all year
Great communication and location near friends who live in Brethren! I would stay again! Thank you!
Shawn D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Jessica F.
16 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
This little house was what we needed. A place to sleep. Location? Really depends on what you’re looking for. We were only in the house to sleep, otherwise we were out and about. If you’re a beach goer, you’ll have to travel. If you’re hunting or fishing, this is a good place. Just, DO NOT CLEAN FISH IN THE HOUSE!
Clean, well stocked, good host…we would be happy to use this place again.
Jessica F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shay T., Farwell
4 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July 2023
Quaint little cabin exactly what we needed!
Shay T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly J.
28 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great host's.
Went to see my srep son graduate high school. We very much enjoyed everything. Nice firepit. We had a small problem figuring out the television but the host was there within 30 minutes to fix it.
Everything was great, i would go again.
Kelly J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe L.
19 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Salmon fishing
It was very close to our fishing spots so we were able to spend more time fishing!
Joe L.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brittany B.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy home away from home
The property was great! Very cozy! Had everything we needed for our weekend away from home. Check in was effortless, Communication with the owner was easy. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be visiting again!
Brittany B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cindy H.
20 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and tidy cottage equipped with all we needed!
Within walking distance to a small park and lake , with only a short drive to fishing on the Manistee River.
Cindy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Betty B.
6 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Great experience anything we needed was right there. Great host will stay there again.
Betty B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Josh L., Grand Haven mi.
4 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent host great little town
We had a blast! The host is great and Thanks again Tracy! Cabin is clean and the locals and town are wonderful.
Josh L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mariel B.
17 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Deer camp paradise
Everything you need and so much more
Mariel B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
8/10 Good
Scott L.
2 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home base for adventure
Reasonable price, clean and quiet. A small town, rural setting it was all I needed for a weekend stay. Was an excellent location as home base for nearby adventure be it forest trail or beach. Tracy was a gracious and friendly host, quick to respond. Overall a positive VRBO experience.
Scott L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Steve G., Lexington MI
26 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin and location
Easy transaction with owner. Comfortable and clean cabin in a great location for kayaking the Pine River. Also try the Kozy Kitchen breakfast. Delicious!
Steve G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
6/10 Okay
Katie G., Wyoming
16 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet place
My husband and I had a great time staying here while visiting the area. It was clean and we found the beds to be VERY comfortable! My only suggestion would be a more comfy couch upgrade. We would definitely stay here again!
Katie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jerry and Nell Anne H.
9 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable updated cabin with fabulous host!
Everything we needed with extra towels and toilet paper. Shower worked well with great pressure. Air conditioner in bedroom and main area was great with the hot weather. Very nice 55 in tv with cable ( Traceys husband came out within minutes to get it working again after I hit some wrong buttons 😳). Priced right. Very cute!
Jerry and Nell Anne H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Stacy Y.
5 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly What We Needed
Very cute cottage in a perfect location for our weekend plans between Traverse City and Manistee. Property was clean and well stocked. Nice kitchen and bath and comfy bed. Plenty of parking space for our camper that we were hauling to Traverse. Tracy was very accommodating and easy to work with. Quick responses to our questions. Thanks for the great stay!
Stacy Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Robert L.
2 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent weekend getaway as a family
If you're looking for a relaxing getaway, this is the place! Tracy was unbelievably accommodating and was quick to respond at a moments notice should we have needed anything. As a family of three, this was perfect! Clean, well stocked & plenty of firewood! Not to mention, the check-in process was smooth. Definitely will be back!