80-Acre Northern Michigan Lodge~Trails & Fire Pit

Bedrooms

Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Full bed
Bedroom 4: Queen bed
Bedroom 5: Queen bed
Basement: Daybed — ideal for overflow or kids

Bathrooms

2 full bathrooms-both showers, no bathtub
1 half bath

Common Spaces

Full kitchen — stocked and ready for group cooking
Large dining room with table seating for the whole group
Living room with TV and cozy seating
Washer and dryer on site
Board games and cards for evening downtime

The Outdoors

80 private acres of Northern Michigan hardwoods
Walking and hiking trails throughout the property
Large open yard with room to roam
Bonfire pit — the natural gathering spot after dark


Getting Here & Getting Around
Wolverine sits at the center of Northern Michigan's best destinations:

Gaylord — 25 min
Boyne Mountain — 35 min
Nubs Nob — 40 min
Petoskey — 45 min
Harbor Springs — 50 min
Charlevoix — 55 min
Traverse City — 1 hr 15 min
Pigeon River Country State Forest — 15 min
Indian River - 15 minutes

Escape to the countryside for a peaceful fall getaway on 80 acres of wide-open Northern Michigan scenery. This spacious 5-bedroom farmhouse pairs classic farmhouse character with expansive views of the changing autumn colors.

Enjoy crisp mornings, colorful landscapes, and cozy evenings surrounded by nature. With plenty of space to gather, relax, and reconnect, it’s an ideal retreat for families and groups looking to experience the beauty of fall in a private country setting.

Guests have full run of the house — all five bedrooms, both full bathrooms, the half bath, kitchen, dining room, living room, basement, and all outdoor spaces including the trails, yard, and fire pit. Hunting is not permitted on the 80 acres.

One room is kept locked for the owner's personal storage, and the garage is not accessible to guests. Everything else is yours.

I'm not onsite during your stay but am always reachable through the Airbnb app. Don't hesitate to reach out — I typically respond quickly and am happy to help with anything you need.

The property sits in the heart of rural Northern Michigan — genuinely secluded, with 80 acres of private land buffering you from the rest of the world. The nearest town is a few miles out, which means quiet nights, dark skies, and the kind of stillness that's getting harder to find. This is not a walkable neighborhood. It's a destination.
That said, you're remarkably well positioned for everything Northern Michigan has to offer across every season:

Winter

Boyne Mountain — 35 min
Nubs Nob — 40 min
Boyne Highlands — 40 min
Snowmobile trail access throughout the region

Spring & Summer

Pigeon River Country State Forest — 15 min (world-class trout fishing, elk viewing, hiking)
Sturgeon River — 20 min (premier fly fishing)
Gaylord golf corridor — 25 min (some of the best public golf in the Midwest)
Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Charlevoix for dining, shopping, and Lake Michigan beaches — 45-55 min

Fall

The property itself is the destination — 80 acres of Northern Michigan hardwoods at peak color
Pigeon River elk rut — 15 min

Year Round

Gaylord for groceries, dining, and breweries — 25 min
Petoskey for a full day out — 45 min
Traverse City for a longer excursion — 1 hr 15 min

A personal vehicle is essential — this is rural Northern Michigan and there is no public transportation. A standard car handles the property and surrounding roads fine in most conditions, though a 4-wheel drive or AWD vehicle is strongly recommended in winter months. Stock up on groceries in Gaylord (25 min) before heading to the property — Wolverine itself is a small village with limited services.

The owners use this property periodically, so you may find some personal belongings around the house. Anything left out and accessible is yours to enjoy during your stay.


This property has special local compliance requirements which include a signed rental agreement, ID verification, and security deposit. We know security deposits are annoying, so to make it easier on you we have 2 options that you can choose between:

Option 1: Damage Waiver ($43) - Have a worry-free stay with coverage for up to $1500 for accidental damage (spills, breaks, mishaps) with no surprise charges. Just relax and enjoy your stay. Coverage up to 10 nights, +$4/day for longer stays, and provided by a third-party insurance company.

Option 2: Security Deposit ($1,500) - Refundable temporary hold that releases after your stay.

To make this process easy for you, we use a secure and very simple, app-free platform. It is not an app, and you do not have to sign up for an account - it's a safe and secure website. It also gives you a guest portal with all the info about the home and all of my favorite local spots.

If you have any questions, just message us anytime! Happy to help!