Title: Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=64586343&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite ## Photo gallery for Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite ![TV - Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite (Wellston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64590000/64586400/64586343/b8709e02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite (Wellston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64590000/64586400/64586343/0cc30c3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils - Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite (Wellston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64590000/64586400/64586343/eb1a91d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite (Wellston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64590000/64586400/64586343/f29a0a38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite (Wellston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64590000/64586400/64586343/eebd7759.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to The Rustic Hook lodge, nestled on 2.5 acres near world-class fishing and hiking trails. Enjoy a spacious suite with reliable Wi-Fi, two fully stocked kitchens, a large parking lot perfect for gear storage. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8750 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite The Rustic Hook Lodge is a four‑season duplex nestled on 2.5 peaceful acres. The Steelhead Suite occupies the right half of the lodge and offers a comfortable 2‑bedroom, 2‑bath layout with a fully stocked kitchen. One-bedroom features two queen beds, while the second bedroom includes a twin bunk bed and a full bunk bed—perfect for families or groups. Guests enjoy a large parking area, reliable Wi‑Fi, and unbeatable access to outdoor adventure. The lodge sits just half a mile from 500 miles of ATV and snowmobile trails, and its minutes from world‑class salmon and trout fishing near Tippy Dam on the Manistee River. Kayaking on the Pine River, plus nearby hiking, biking, and winter ski trails, make this a true year‑round destination. For larger groups, the entire Rustic Hook Duplex can be rented by reserving the Rustic Hook Lodge. The full lodge includes 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 12 total beds, and two complete kitchens. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 750 square feet ## Similar properties ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578500/578495/b29e7909.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Manistee Manistee - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 472850 ## About the neighborhood Wellston is home to this vacation home. Fawn Crest Golf Course and Northern Natural LLC are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Crystal Lake Township Park. [Visit our Wellston travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Wellston.dx3000442907) [View more Vacation Homes in Wellston](https://www.expedia.com/Wellston-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000442907-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.21011%2C-85.95716&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Fj2zYz234mbxDGd4b55szgxXfAU=) Wellston, MI ### What's nearby - Crystal Lake Township Park 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Wellston Branch Library 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Cranberry Lake 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Chittenden Lake 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Little River Casino 26 min drive \- 28.9 miles ### Getting around - Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) 23 min drive ### Restaurants - Oak Grove Tavern 12 min drive - Kozy Kitchen 2 min drive - Irons Cafe 12 min drive - Jackie's Place 11 min drive - Redneck Yacht Club 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite? ### What time is check-out at Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite? ### Where is Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rustic Hook Lodge, Steelhead Suite Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### timothy w. Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay I’ve been in many VRBO rentals and I have nothing to say other than this one is great. I’ll definitely book this every time I go fishing in Wellston! ##### timothy w. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew J. Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Stayed here for the lumberjack 100 mountain bike race. Perfect location for the race, nice place and Bob was great. ##### Matthew J. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen L. Oct 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Annual Fish Camp Good location for our steelhead fishing trip overall. We had a great trip. ##### Stephen L. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JEFFERY B. Apr 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Steelhead trip Annual trip, this year was special, accompanied on the trip this year, were all my nephews, not only was lodging spectacular, the fishing and the memories made were too! Thanks to Robert for constant communication, will be making this my lodging choice for future fishing trips. Jeff B ##### JEFFERY B. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ed H. Dec 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hunting trip Host was very accommodating ##### Ed H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John H. Oct 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tippy Dam salmon fishing The cabin was extremely nice and clean, and the owner Bob was awesome to deal with and very attentive to our needs while on site!! Already booked my stay for next fall!! ##### John H. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ZACHARY G. Aug 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location What a great cabin, clean, all the amenities listed, and the back yard is huge with fire pit. We had no neighbors as the other unit was under construction. All guy trip, but we talked about how much the wife and kids could have a blast. Rent it! U won’t be disappointed. ##### ZACHARY G. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eva T. Jul 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin It was awesome ##### Eva T. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie S. Jun 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love it We will be back ##### Melanie S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven K. Dec 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Steven K. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [Little Lake Escape! 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