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Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan

Vacation home in Mancelona with a sauna and a hot tub

Escape to the Heart of Michigan at Privat Retreat, a serene oasis on 30 acres. Unwind with friends and family by the firepit, enjoy a match on the volleyball court or take a refreshing dip in the inground swimming pool.

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

Parking available
Hot Tub
Dryer
Pool
Kitchen
Fireplace

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Privat Retreat on 30 acres in the Heart of Michigan. Sleep up to 20 people.15 Minutes from skiing and golf at Schuss & Boyne. 45 minutes to Traverse City, Gaylord, Grayling, or Cadillac. Enjoy our oasis backyard with inground swimming pool, full volleyball beach sand court, and spend your evenings by the firepit counting stars. Close to snowmobile &ORV trails and minutes to the world-famous Torch Lake, and Black Star Farms Winery. Be our guest!

Property amenities

Beach

Beach towels

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

Heated pool
Hot tub
Private pool
Sauna

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove

Entertainment

Books
Games
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near the marina

Things to do

Heated pool
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

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Pool
Hot Tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated 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

About the neighborhood

Mancelona, MI

What's nearby

Grandview Golf Club - 16 min drive - 7.0 miles
Twin Birch Golf Course - 23 min drive - 12.8 miles
Torch Lake - 36 min drive - 24.0 miles
Torch Lake Park - 39 min drive - 25.5 miles
Turtle Creek Casino - 45 min drive - 31.3 miles

Getting around

Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Hens Den - ‬16 min drive
‪Casa Nueva - ‬15 min drive
‪Roadhouse Saloon - ‬20 min drive
‪The Hide-a-Way - ‬22 min drive
‪The Iron Skillet - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 6.2 mi (10.1 km) from Grandview Golf Club and 11.2 mi (18 km) from Twin Birch Golf Course. Torch Lake and Schuss Mountain are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan Reviews

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Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Jul 24, 2025

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

Beautiful property, immaculately clean! Had everything we needed! We had the perfect vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelby w.

Jun 23, 2025

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

Great place to stay

We had a great time. Many trails for riding. The pool and hot tub were amazing. We had all age ranges from 5 years old to teenagers and we all had a fantastic time. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara D.

Jul 25, 2025

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

Fun getaway

We had so much fun here. The house was so clean and accommodated all needs. I have never used vrbo so when I had questions the host was so helpful. We had a lot of very young kids between the ages of 7months to 6 years and they all had a blast! The pool was a popular favorite for all of us. Overall, it was a beautiful home that allowed us to make some really great memories spending time with extended family. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Jun 18, 2023

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

Gem

Our family of 13 absolutely loved this home. Katrina was so helpful and accommodating. The house itself is even better in person, plenty of space to spread out, and configured so everyone could find privacy. The kitchen is well stocked with everything a foodie group could want and then some. Linens and beds were very comfortable, and even the allergy sensitive ones in our group were comfortable. (The laundry products are lightly scented) 0There are tons of extra toys and things for the littles and even the older kids had games and things to keep them busy. All in all a real gem.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Sep 23, 2023

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

Excellent Family Stay!

Stayed with our adult kids and their families - 16 of us in all! The house was big, clean and well stocked with everything we needed! Plenty of space to spread out. We really enjoyed the outdoors - from the backyard cooking and entertainment area to the the entire isolated community which is quiet and full of wildlife. The only non-positive comment is that the dumpster is a 1/2 mile trek down the road. Be prepared to place the bags in your trunk if you do not have a truck. Not a big deal - just be prepared. This place is in the woods - and it's worth it!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

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Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan

Property amenities

Beach

Ski

Pool/Spa

Internet

Parking and transportation

Kitchen

Dining

Bedrooms

Bathroom

Living spaces

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Laundry

Comfort

Pets

Suitability/Accessibility

Services and conveniences

Location highlights

Things to do

Safety features

Similar properties

Resort Style Home

Resort Style Home

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Pets

Children and extra beds

Events

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

About the neighborhood

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

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Private Retreat in the Heart of Northern Michigan Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Heather L.

10/10 Excellent

shelby w.

Great place to stay

shelby w.

10/10 Excellent

Kara D.

Fun getaway

Kara D.

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Gem

Julie S.

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Excellent Family Stay!

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