Thanks for checking out Happy Cabin in Cadillac, MI. Proudly owner-managed with a personal touch!
Our cabin is calling all nature lovers! Experience the magic of all 4 seasons at our lakefront cabin on crystal-clear, all-sports Lake Meauwataka, 10 miles north of Cadillac. Open & spacious, it's ideal for a multi-family getaway. Unplug & relax among the serene White Pines of the Manistee National Forest. An ALL-SEASON destination for skiing, snowmobiling, swimming, fishing, hunting, boating, scavenger hunts & more!

*MUST BE 25 Y/O TO BOOK*
*NOT A PARTY HOUSE*
*HOST FEE= CLEANING FEE* (100% passed onto cleaners)
*NO PETS & NO PET REQUESTS*

This countryside escape has a secluded and serene "Up North" feel, yet only a 10-15 min drive to shopping & restaurants in the City of Cadillac and only 1.5 miles away from the General Store which has almost everything you could need including delicious pizza, ice cream, alcohol & daily meal deals.
Please Note: Our Cabin is located off a dirt road so if this doesn’t bother you keep reading….The property is surrounded by White Pines and perched upon 65 feet of lakefront sandy bottom access. Across the lake sits a township park, complete with campground, hiking trails and sand dunes. There is also a 9 hole "volunteer created" disc golf course.

Location is well suited as a launch to many popular Michigan tourist destinations including Traverse City/Interlochen, Frankfort, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Big Manistee River & the Ski/ Golf Resorts of Caberfae Peaks and Crystal Mountain. Hunters may inquire about local opportunities.

The interior of the cabin is the perfect spot to bring your group together for a cozy & memorable retreat. The cabin is 2000 square feet and features 2 FULL Bathrooms.

This is a "Family-Friendly" Cabin. It is not high-end; however, it is lovingly cared for by the owners who use it often and take great pride in making it a fun and cozy place to make memories.

Sleeping:
Sleeping Quarters include a Master Bedroom with gorgeous lakefront views (King & Single Bed Loft). The second bedroom (Queen) is tucked away and allows privacy and a bathroom nearby. The third bedroom (Bunkhouse) is the perfect spot to send the kids. Located on the lower level with it's own living area, this sleeping area features two sets of bunk beds (Full/Full & Twin/Twin). There are also sleeper sofas (great room/ lower living) twin futon in the laundry room, foldaway twin cot and pack & play.

The open floor plan on the main level allows for lakefront views and interaction amongst guests in the kitchen, dining and great room areas. The great room features a wood burning stove, a large LED wall mounted Fire Feature & Smart TV.

Wifi/TV: High speed internet for remote work. Smart TV with streaming options
however you will need to use your own subscriptions for certain applications enabled through guest mode on the Roku TV. The TV also gets approximately 16 channels via antenna and there is a DVD player with many movie options to choose from. Many board games & crafty accessories are provided.

Workspace: Desk in Master Bedroom with Lake Views.

Kitchen: Our kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances and tableware for your stay. There is a common pantry and spice basket. You are welcome to use any staples in the cabinets or condiments in the refrigerator if they are available, but we can't guarantee anything will be there for certain. It all depends on what people use and what people leave.
*Coffee Makers: Both Drip and Keurig styles.

Laundry Room: Washer/Dryer.
Linens/Towels provided.

Garage/Basement: Owner's private storage areas and not included in the rental.

Shed: Open & available to use. Here you will find outdoor games, disc golf sets, campfire sticks, fishing poles etc..

Optional: Kids Clubhouse located above the garage. Inquire for Details.

Heating/Cooling:
The house has A/C in the master bedroom and Queen Bedroom. Tree cover, lake breezes and fans keep the rest of the house cool in the summer.
The house has two furnaces, a wood burning stove and a propane stove.

Backyard Amenities: Firepit, Dining Area, Pedal Boat, Kayak's (x3 Adult, x3 Youth), SUP's (x2), Tetherball, Corn Hole, fishing poles etc..

Seasonal Notes:
The dock is removed Nov-April. Please inquire if booking during a transition period. Life Jackets Provided.

Snow Removal: Removal service is triggered after an event causing more than 4 " accumulation since last removal. There will be occasions where there may be a few inches of snow on the driveway and walkway. A snow shovel and rock salt is provided.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. While we would love to host your furry friends, we are NOT pet-friendly. Any evidence of pets will result in extra fees & potential rental termination.
2. There is an additional charge of $10 per night/Guest >6 guests to account for extra cleaning/laundry/septic charges.
3. Host Fee= Cleaning Fee (100% of your cleaning fee is passed through to our cleaning company)
4. You will be communicating directly with the Property Owner and not a management company.