Dream Catcher Log Cabin Newaygo
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DREAM CATCHER LOG CABIN
SLEEPS: 10
BEDROOMS: 2 + LOFT
BATHROOMS: 2.5
*RIVERFRONT (Little Muskegon River)- NOT water view
*WILDLIFE VIEWING
*KID PLAY HOUSE
*AIR CONDITIONING
*MANY ORV/ATV/SNOWMOBILE TRAILS-PARKING FOR LP5/WHITE PINE 9.1 MILES AWAY
*OPEN YEAR-ROUND
Wildlife, woods, and timbers describes the unique Dream Catcher Log Cabin. Located near the Little Muskegon River (3/4 mile walk/drive to the river through the private, wooded area), Dream Catcher Log Cabin provides a gorgeous backdrop for creating memories with your family. Nature lovers will enjoy exploring the private 60 acres of Huron-Manistee Forest by day, and relaxing by the nicely landscaped fire pit area at night. There is also a fun kid's playhouse, which was built to match the main log cabin. The Dream Catcher Log Cabin is not for those who dislike taxidermy, as there are a few statues of deer, turkey, and fox in the living room.
Topping out at 2200 sq. ft., this custom-built log cabin has 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms and sleeps 10-12 people (10 in beds, and 2 more on the full-sized sofa). Dream Catcher Log Cabin also comes with a basic kitchen, including a dishwasher, and some other comforts of home including Wi-Fi, 3 TVs, and Air Conditioning. Since it is a log cabin, the floors tend to creak when walking, especially around the bedrooms. This pet-free, air-conditioned environment is crisp and clean, and the high vaulted ceilings, large windows, gas fireplace (with a blower), and jetted tub in the master bedroom, offer a welcoming environment for our guests to enjoy.
Keep in mind that although it may appear the cabin is secluded, there are neighbors within 200 feet. Noise travels within the stillness of nature, so we ask our guests to adhere to the Good Neighbor Policy with a 10pm-9am quiet time for outside activities. Please watch for the Freshwater and Dream Catcher signs to alert you to the property lines for the 60 acres.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A/C: Yes!
Animals: Birds, Squirrels, and Deer likely. There is a chance you will encounter a bat on the property as well.
ATV/Snowmobiles: You are unable to ride to the trail from the property however, there are many ORV/ATV trails nearby. Parking for LP5/White Pine Trail is 9.1 miles away
Bathrooms:
Main Floor: Full bathroom with jetted tub, shower, and heated floor
Main Floor: ½ bath – unique toilet and sink
2nd level/Upstairs: 1 full bath with a shower, sink and toilet
Beach/Swimming: Follow the trail and walk approximately ¾ of mile to the edge of the Little Muskegon River. There is a steep (6-7 feet) embankment to the water and the river has a murky-rocky-bottom. Getting into the water will be a challenge for most, though technically, you can swim in the Little Muskegon River, which leads to the Muskegon River. The rocks in the river are medium sized, and not all of them are stable, so please use caution while accessing the river. The Croton dam is 2 miles away in Croton, which also has parks, fishing and canoe rentals. The closest traditional sandy beach swimming is at Oxbow Park in Newaygo.
Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom #1--Main Floor: 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #2—2nd level/Upstairs: 2 Queen Beds
Bedroom #3/Open Loft—2nd level/Upstairs
2 Double beds + 1 Double/Full futon
Boats: We currently do not provide any boats.
Boat Rentals: There are wonderful canoe/kayak rentals at the Wisner Rents Canoes in Newaygo, along with other local options for tubing. The Croton dam is 2 miles away in Croton offers canoes rentals.
Bugs: Typical flies, mosquitoes and ants. With the woodsy location, we do recommend bringing bug spray with you.
Cable/Satellite TVs: There are a total of 3 televisions-1 in each bedroom. Live streaming. Please bring your account information (Netflix, Prime, etc). There is not a television in the main living room.
Cameras (Outdoor):
THIS COTTAGE HAS BLINK CAMERA SECURITY MONITORING.
Outside camera monitoring CAN be disabled during your stay.
Security Cameras: Due to the secluded nature of Dream Catcher, we use 3 outdoor “blink cameras” to monitor the property entrances when the property is unoccupied between guests. We understand that guests may be uncomfortable with the outdoor camera being active during their stay, so that camera is set up on a separate module and can be disabled by unplugging it.
Cell phone service: You will need to connect to Wi-Fi at the cabin immediately (regardless of your cell phone carrier) to receive calls, messages, and data. There is also a landline for your use.
Distances:
* Grand Rapids: 50 minutes (45 miles)
* Traverse City: 120 minutes (102 miles)
* Metro Detroit: 180 minutes (200 miles)
Dock: We do not currently have a dock on the Little Muskegon River.
Fire Pit: Yes! Guests need to purchase bundles of wood from the nearby grocery store or along the road in Newaygo.
Fireplace: Yes! For those chilly evenings, you may enjoy an indoor, gas fireplace. Please let us know if you need detailed instructions!
Fishing: Yes! Bring your poles! While it may be a challenge to get down to the river, once you do, you will experience wonderful fishing with trout, steelhead and even salmon possibilities. The Croton dam is 2 miles away in Croton, which also has good fishing.
Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license online at http://www.mdnr-elicense.com/Welcome/Default.aspx
Grill: Both a propane and a charcoal grill is provided for guests to enjoy! Propane is provided. Please bring your own charcoal if you prefer.
Grocery Stores:
Gene’s Family Market approximately 10 minutes away.
Save A Lot approximately 15-20 minutes away: 257 E 82nd, Newaygo, MI 49337
Phone: 231-652-2991
Handicap Accessible: Guests must be able to navigate a few stairs to enter the home. There is 1 bedroom/bath on the main level. Outdoors: Guests must be able to navigate a nicely landscaped terrain to enjoy the outdoor amenities.
Hunting: Not onsite. Also, there is NO target shooting out of respect for the neighbors. Noise travels quickly across 60 acres.
Internet: Starlink internet; optimal weather conditions required for best performance.
Linens: Yes, we provide you with basic bedding-sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you before your arrival. If you are particular about the thread count of your sheets, let us know, and we will make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets.
Parking: There is enough parking for up to 10 cars along with trailer space. You are able to park on the long driveway or in the parking area.
Parks and Trails:
Hardy Dam Rustic Nature Trail
North Country National Scenic Trail
Marshall Memorial Park
Pets: Pets are not allowed on the property. Please enjoy this pet-free environment! The owner has severe allergies to both dogs and cats. The log cabin has an air purifier/cleaner which works through the house to reduce allergens.
Privacy: Enjoy your private time with your family. While there are no neighbors within view on this 60-acre property, there are neighbors within ear shot (about 200 feet away). Please be respectful and adhere to the Good Neighbor Policy.
Restaurants Nearby:
Northern Trails Restaurant
7242 E. 88th Street, Newaygo,
River Stop Cafe
52 West State Street Newaygo, MI 49337 (231) 652-5282
Newaygo Brewing Company
State Road- Newaygo, MI 49337 (231) 452-6551
Hit the Road Joe
7291 Elm Ave - Newaygo, MI 49337-9231 (231) 652-6020
Space: 2 stories: main floor and 2nd floor upstairs. There is a basement, yet it is not currently furnished.
Target Practice: Currently, there is NOT space available for target shooting out of respect for the neighbors. Noise travels quickly across 60 acres.
Towels: Yes, we provide towels. Please bring your own beach towels to take to the water.
Washer and dryer: YES! Laundry detergent is provided to guests.
Wood: Guests need to purchase bundles of wood from the nearby grocery store or along the road in Newaygo.
FEE BREAKDOWN
Accidental Damage Waiver (non-refundable) or Security Deposit (Refundable)
We’ve got you covered…. We have an accidental damage waiver fee attached to your booking for true ACCIDENTAL damage. You are covered up to $1500 for any breakage/ spills, damage that occurs accidently at the home. Please let us know if any damage arises and we can process the replacement or repair.
In lieu of the Accidental Damage Waiver, if you would prefer to mail a $1500 check, you may do so as your refundable security deposit. Upon inspection of the home, we will refund the balance after deducting any damage (if any) that occurred during your stay.
Please contact our office directly for details.
Cleaning Fees Explained:
a. Cleaning fees booked directly through Freshwater Vacation Rentals are NOT taxable. (This is a way to save you $$.)
b. Even though our room rate is generally less per night during the Spring, Fall and Winter, no one wants the cleaning quality to decrease.
c. We expect our cleaners to clean at the same level they would for the Peak Summer season, all year-round.
d. We pay our cleaners a living wage. They deep clean, wash all the linens and prep each bed, regardless of how many people are on the reservation.
Amenities
- Acreage
- Animal Statues (taxidermy)
- Basic Paper Products (Paper Towel & TP)
- Bring your own towels-linens included
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Ceiling fans
- Central air conditioning
- Fireplace- Gas
- Heated bathroom floors
- Heated ground floor
- Heat: Furnace
- Internet/ WiFi
- Linens & Towels included
- Log Cabin
- Smart TV w/ streaming
- Smart TV or TV with Roku, Chromecast, Streaming Abilities
- Smoke Detectors
- Telephone/Landline
- Washer & dryer
- Coffee maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Keurig---bring your own K-cups
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Standard Kitchenware & Utensils
- Stove
- Toaster Oven
- Deck/Patio
- Fire Pit
- Grill-Charcoal
- Grill--Electric
- Grill-Propane
- Hammock
- Patio Chairs
- Picnic Table
- Snowmobile from Property
- ATV allowed
- Large Individual Rentals
| Season | Period | Min.Stay | Nightly | Weekly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January - December 2024 | 01/01/2024 - 12/31/2024 | 2 | $199.00 | ||
| January - December 2025 | 01/01/2025 - 12/31/2025 | 2 | $0.00 |
Reviews
Feb 2024
FVR RESPONSE:
Hi Bill! Thank you for sharing your review! It's wonderful to know you enjoyed your stay at Dream Catcher, had good luck with the fishing, found the home to be well stocked, and that you plan to return! We can't wait to host you again!
Sep 2023
FVR RESPONSE
Stanley, we love that you plan on coming back! That is the best review possible for a property. Thank you for your feedback, and we look forward to working with you again.
Feb 2023
FRV RESPONSE
Antonio, we're glad that you had a great weekend. We do note that the river is a 3/4 mile walk/drive to the river through the private, wooded area. We'd love to work with you again.
Jul 2022
FVR RESPONSE
Thank you so much for your feedback as well as your wonderful ideas for improvement! We will certainly take your ideas into consideration. We look forward to your return in the future! -Freshwater Vacation Rentals Team
May 2021
FVR response:
Jessica, we are glad to know that you had an excellent, relaxing stay. We are so glad that you plan on returning, and we look forward to working with you again.
Mar 2021
FVR RESPONSE
Chantel, we are so glad that you are adding us to your list of places to getaway! It was a pleasure having you as our guest.Mar 2021
FRESHWATER RESPONSE
Robert, thank you for this marvelous review! we love that your embrace of winter was so successful. We'd love to work with you again in the future.
Jan 2021
FRESHWATER RESPONSE
Latoya, it was great having you back as our guest. There is no greater review than when guests come back, so thank you for that. Hopefully we'll see you again soon.
Nov 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Michael, knowing that this was a perfect getaway for you makes our day. It was a pleasure working with you, we hope to work with you again.Sep 2020
FVR RESPONSE
John, isn't it great to get away to a beautiful place? We are so glad that we could help you with that, and we hope that we work together again.Sep 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Karen, escaping the city and finding peace in this crazy time is so wonderful. We're glad that we could be a part of that.
Aug 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Elizabeth, we are happy to know that overall Dream Catcher Log Cabin worked out well for your family. Thanks for letting us know about the bees nest - we'll take care of that immediately. Next time you work with us, if issues like that arise, please call us and we will get someone out to remedy the situation. We enjoyed working with you and look forward to our next encounter.
Jul 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Enid, first, let me apologize for the grill. That should have been cleaned before you got there. We are glad that overall your stay at Dream Catcher Log Cabin was satisfying. it is a great property with a large porch running across the entire front of the cottage. It sleeps 10 and is situated on 60 acres of land. We hope to see you again!
Jun 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Terri, we are sorry about the lockbox, and we'll get that taken care of. We are happy that you enjoyed staying at Dream Catcher Log Cabin. We especially like that you will be returning! The log cabin sleeps 10 and is open year round. There is a children's play house for the little ones to enjoy, and there is an abundance of wildlife to observe. This is a roomy, comfortable place to go to escape.
May 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Brandi, we would love for you to make it a yearly stay! Dream Catcher Log Cabin is an A-frame log cabin, located on 60 acres, that sleeps 10. Woods and wildlife abound. There is a gas fireplace and a jetted bathtub for relaxation after a day outside. There is also a washer and dryer for guest's convenience. See you next year!
Feb 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Tamika, happiness is knowing that our guests loved the property that they stayed at! Dream Catcher Log Cabin is a lovely log cabin located on 60 acres, so it's perfect for getting away to relax. It sleeps 10. There are great snowmobiling trails within driving distance, and a gas fireplace to warm up in front of after being outside for the day.
Feb 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Wow, Latoya, you have said it all! Thanks for taking the time to write this fabulous review. There is nothing better than when a guest says they did not want to leave, and that they want to return, so thank you for that. We look forward to working with you again.
Jan 2020
FVR RESPONSE
William, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Dream Catcher Log Cabin. It sleeps 10 and is surrounded by 60 acres of Huron-Manistee Forest. It has great snowmobiling and excellent wildlife watching. A perfect place to go to relax. We hope to see you back again.
Jan 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Saul, we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Dream Catcher Log Cabin. It is a 2200 sq. ft. true log cabin, where guests can relax in the jetted bathtub on the main floor or take a walk through the 60 acres. We'd love to see you back again.
Jan 2020
FVR RESPONSE
Ben, the best thing a guest can say in a review is that they want to come back, so thank you for that! If one wants to get away, Dream Catcher Log Cabin is the place to go. Guests can enjoy 60 private acres of Huron-Manistee Forest plus a jetted tub in the master bedroom. We look forward to working with you again!
Jan 2020
FVR response:
Jody, we are so glad that you chose Dream Catcher Log Cabin for your family Christmas getaway. It is located on 60 acres of Huron-Manistee Forest and sleeps 10. There is a a jetted tub in the master bedroom, amd a gas fireplace for the guests to enjoy. We would love to have you back again!
Dec 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Ben, we are so happy to hear that your group liked the space at Dream Catcher Log Cabin. It is a gorgeous log cabin situated on 60 acres that sleeps 10. It's a great place for watching wildlife. We look forward to your return!
Nov 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Amber, you are so right, Dream Catcher Log Cabin is a beautiful spot. An A frame log cabin, with a lovely stone fireplace, a covered porch and great soaker tub makes this the perfect vacation place. We hope to see you back again.
Oct 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Chad, thanks for the recommendation! We are so glad that Dream Catcher Log Cabin worked out so well for you. Situated on 60 acres of Huron-Manistee Forest, the cabin sleeps 10, and the nearby trails are great for hiking, snowmobiling, ATVs and ORVs. We hope to see you again.
Oct 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Svetlana, we are glad that you had a good time at Dream Catcher Log Cabin. Surrounded by wildlife, woods, and timbers and near Little Muskegon River, this is a lovely property for vacations. We hope to see you again.
Oct 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Bhavana, we are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Dream Catcher Log Cabin. Located on 60 acres of Huron-Manistee Forest, and sleeping 10, it is the perfect place to go relax and enjoy nature. We hope that you come back again.
Oct 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Jeanne, thank you for this lovely review. You caught the essence of Dream Catcher Log Cabin. Wildlife, woods, and timbers, describes the unique Dream Catcher Log Cabin. It sleep 10 and is a real log cabin. We hope that you come back again.
Oct 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Quinn, thank you for this passionate review. Dream Catcher Log Cabin is a pretty special place, and your description says it all. We hope you come back again.
Sep 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Heather, thank you for taking the time to write this delightful review. We love your enthusiasm. Wildlife, woods, and timbers, describes the unique Dream Catcher Log Cabin. It is the perfect place to go to get away - or to celebrate a 60th birthday! We hope to see you again.
Sep 2019
Freshwater Vacation Rentals Response
Kory, we are glad to hear that you enjoyed staying at the Dream Catcher Log Cabin. The large porch is perfect for morning coffee, and the soaker tub off the master bedroom is great for relaxation after the day's activities. The 60 acres of private land allows guests to really get away from it all. We have to do the later check in so that our cleaners can do their work. We hope that you will return!
Aug 2019
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