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Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails!

Hotel in Wellston

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The Buck Stop offers a rural getaway near Manistee National Forest for hiking, hunting, and fishing. Rooms include WiFi, TV, coffee pot, microwave, mini-fridge, and toaster. Enjoy the outdoor park-style grill area for cooking after a day outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Map
Wellston, MI

What's nearby

  • Wellston Branch Library - 4 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Chittenden Lake - 5 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Crystal Lake Township Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Cranberry Lake - 5 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Cooley Bridge Roadside Park - 6 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Traks Bar And Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Yacht Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mel's Country Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Stockade - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails!

Hotel in a rural location
A firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! . Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Outdoor lighting, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: 250.00 fine
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No fish cleaning on property

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack n play available upon request

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
250.00 fine

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! ?

As of Dec 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! on Dec 7, 2025 start from $79.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Timmerman Lake and Wellston Branch Library. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Cranberry Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Buck Stop at The Black Bear Inn Satellite, WiFi, Near River & Hiking Trails! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable room with very comfortable beds! Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean!!! Communication was great!!!! Overall we really enjoyed our stay!!! Definitely will be booking again next year!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

The Buck Stop

Nice, quiet setting. Lots of ementities included. We enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Black Bear Inn

Excellent location in well kept accommodations. Would definitely choose again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

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

Great cabin feel

Well decorated with out door style. Vary clean no odor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Great time at Bear Inn

We had a great time vacationing in the Welston/Manistee area and staying at the Bear in made it enjoyable. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Great little place

Cute rural cabin feel. Very clean and furnished well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, extremely clean and comfortable. Will recommend to everyone definitely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arianne W.

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

Great location for Big M access

Very clean and cozy. Had everything we needed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charley W.

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

Five stars!

The inn was so nice and my room was so cute. Perfect for a getaway weekend! The property manager was prompt to answer any questions and even ran me coffee before their own holiday weekend. Perfect little place all around- would recommendedand will return! and will r
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't have asked for a nicer place. It was clean, had everything we needed and communication was great. It was perfect for 2 people. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Great place to stay

Small and simple, great location. Host communicated quickly and clearly, very friendly and clean place to stay. Nothing to complain about!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location for what we needed! We loved having outdoor space to relax; cabin was small but efficient! Already made reservations for next year!!

10/10 Excellent

Ted B.

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

Great stay

We really liked the property. It was perfect for me and my sons weekend away. Excellent place, clean, had everything we needed. Great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ED N.

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

Great Stay

We had a blast this weekend and the room was the perfect place to rest and relax . Alicia was prompt in responding to any questions and super accommodating. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Micheal H.

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

Very pleased.

Well maintained, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanan W.

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

Cozy and convenient

This was a perfect spot for a nights stay. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn K.

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

Stayed numerous times

We love Black Bear! Always our go to! Has everything we need, is always clean and Alyssa always communicates promptly! We love it here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori O.

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

Great Getaway

This is our second stay here! So clean and convenient!!! Thank you! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige N.

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

Friend up from TN

Have never done this before n the checkbin was a tad confusing. Glad there were people back enjoying a fire. They explained how to get the entrance code. Other than that it was a great stay. Nice accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

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

Memorial day weekend

Had all we needed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

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

Granddaughter birthday

Always impressed and comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan K., Detroit, MI

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

Great little motel, very clean

Great fishing trip with my son. No issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Great Room

Absolutely beautiful cabin feel hotel! We enjoyed our stay! Very clean! Comfortable beds! Easy to get to! Right off the highway but we didn't hear any highway noise! 15 minutes from Manistee! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023