Upper Hamlin Lake Cabin | Cabin in Free Soil

9.4 (23 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Free Soil Cabin | Upper Hamlin Lake Cabin

2 Bedroom Cabin in Free Soil

If you're looking to truly escape from it all while connecting to nature and making memories with your family, The Lazy Bear is the perfect fit and now offers Wi-Fi. This secluded cabin is located in an old growth forest on the northern shore of Upper Hamlin Lake and is within a mile of the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Preserve. The Nordhouse Dunes is 3,500 acres along Lake Michigan's eastern shoreline and is great for hiking, camping, beach combing, picnicking and observing nature. It offers approximately 10 miles of trails and can be accessed at the Nurnberg Trailhead, just minutes from the cabin. Access to the cabin requires travel on a gravel road and a federal woods road(two track).
The historic districts and downtown life of Manistee and Ludington are a 25 minute drive in either direction.
This artisan cabin was recently built by the hosts using cordwood construction techniques. Enjoy the 17 acre property that borders the Manistee National Forest and affords unique wildlife sightings, fishing, hunting, and hiking. This area is well known for whitetail deer hunting and is very near the flight path of migratory waterfowl over Hamlin Lake. Enjoy views of the lake from just outside the cabin and find ease launching kayaks, canoes and the rowboat at the dock along the lake frontage. The frontage is not suitable for docking motor boats, but the Hamlin Lake Boat Launch is only a few minutes from the cabin. The cabin is positioned at the top of a gradually sloped hill and the lake frontage is located approximately 75 yards from the cabin. Access to the frontage will require walking down trails along the hillside.
The Lazy Bear offers an open layout living and dining area with a lofted ceiling and a fully equipped modern kitchen. The full bathroom offers a clawfoot tub and shower. The master bedroom offers a full bed and the large loft space has two twin beds and a queen Aerobed.
This unique cabin was designed with a modern rustic interior. The woodwork was sourced from the building site, e.g cherry trim and maple ceiling. Firewood is provided for the woodstove and can be supplemented by electric baseboard heating.
Guests have full access to the cabin and property, including 5 single kayaks with paddles and life jackets.
The lake frontage is not suitable for swimming due to the vegetation that grows along the frontage and throughout the surrounding water.
Other amenities include a firepit, gas grill and outdoor seating.
Pets Allowed (2 pet max). Pet fee(s) of $50/pet will apply
No Smoking
No Fireworks
No large events
No Television (cellphone reception is good with most providers)

Upper Hamlin Lake Cabin is located in Free Soil. Upper Hamlin Lake Cabin provides accommodation, featuring TV, Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, among other amenities. This Cabin features TV, Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Upper Hamlin Lake Cabin has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Free Soil has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Free Soil, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Wood stove
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Refrigerator
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Casino nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk chair
  • Desk
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Joe N.
Sep 25, 2025 11:27:41 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: I would like to share the exceptional experience we had during our recent guy's weekend stay at your property. It exceeded all our expectations.The modern kitchen and barbecue area were particularly impressive, catering to our love for cooking. We also found the house to be impeccably clean, remarkably spacious, and thoughtfully designed. The excellent Wi-Fi signal allowed us to stream movies and a football game nicely with our little portable projector.The secluded, wooded property offered the tranquility and privacy we desired, sparing us from neighbors and noise. We thoroughly enjoyed hiking and exploring and really liked the meandering path leading to the lake. Additionally, one of our friends brought his dog, who greatly appreciated the freedom to roam.The sleeping arrangements were also ideal, comfortably accommodating everyone, including the ability to isolate the individual who snores in the main bedroom. The upstairs beds, in particular, were very comfortable. The fire pit area was a popular gathering spot, and we were grateful for the all of the firewood providedFurthermore, our day trip to the beach at the Michigan recreation area was delightful, offering beautiful dunes, minimal crowds, and an unspoiled environment.Overall, it was one of the most enjoyable weekends we have experienced in a considerable time, and your property significantly contributed to its success.PS - absolutely use directions provided. Don't rely solely on your phone navigation
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