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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace
Beach
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Harbor Springs, MI
  • Tunnel of Trees
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • The Highlands
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Harbor Springs

In Harbor Springs .Within a 5-minute walk of the cabin, you'll find Lake Michigan and Tunnel of Trees. Thorne Swift Nature Preserve and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 16 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • The Highlands - 19 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 20 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View!

Take a step back in time! The adorable Dancing Bear Cabin is an authentic 100 year old log cabin located on the breathtaking Tunnel of Trees, ranked among the most scenic roads in America. Less than two miles from the charming shops, restaurants and marina of downtown Harbor Springs. Close to everything yet you’ll feel a world away. Plus, you'll have a pretty bluff view of Lake Michigan!

Dancing Bear Cabin has been updated with all the modern conveniences of home, including central heat and A/C, wood burning fireplace, internet, wifi, cable, washer and dryer, clawfoot tub with shower, plus a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor firepit with four Adirondack chairs, and a charcoal BBQ. One queen bedroom and one full bedroom will accommodate four guests quite comfortably. Relax!

Book with someone you can trust! I am a Premier Partner with over 600 five-star reviews on our three northern Michigan vacation homes !!

DANCING BEAR CABIN ***** OVER 200 FIVE-STAR REVIEWS!
• Perfection! Stunning little place. ~Edmond R
• If you're thinking of booking, just do it! ~Samantha R
• This little antique cabin is magical and charming. ~Tina P
• Hands down the cleanest, most adorable place we have ever stayed! ~Kathleen H

Beach access is just a few minutes drive up the road at Thorne Swift Nature Preserve. Or visit the magnificent mile long beach at Petoskey State Park or the two public beaches in town.

Sorry, pets are not allowed at the cabin.

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Property manager

Bill Thom

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees Lake Michigan View
Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees | Lake Michigan View
Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees | Lake Michigan View Cabin
Dancing Bear Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees Lake Michigan View

Frequently asked questions

How close is Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! to the airport?

This cabin is 22.8 mi (34-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! to the beach?

This cabin is 3.2 mi (6-min drive) from Harbor Springs Beach.

Does Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin, but Odawa Casino (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! to downtown Harbor Springs?

This cabin is 1.9 mi away from Harbor Springs.

Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 262 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin

Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location, Beautiful Setting

Excellent stay. The cabin is close to town and our family who live off East Lake St. Very convenient location and beautiful in the wintertime. Very cozy cabin. Highly recommend if you want to stay close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sue T., East Lansing

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin getaway

This is a unique property...great location! Would return. Great fireplace!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Winter Get-A-Way

Spent Valentines weekend at the cabin. Perfect weekend retreat. Cabin was a fantastic place to stay. The scenery was beautiful. Close enough to town to enjoy the sites but far enough away to feel the secluded northern vibe. Plan to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful sunsets over Lake Michigan!

A cozy cabin with beautiful views. The perfect weekend getaway! Property is exactly what was advertised!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Second time here

This was our second stay at this property in as many years. Convenient to so many things we love to do in the winter including skiing. Cute place. Nothing fancy. Great fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and relaxing

Unique and wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Beautiful cabin, our 2nd time there. Recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

DARYL D.

Liked: Cleanliness

February stay

First of all I am a licensed builder and very familiar with fireplaces and I would not recommend using the fireplace. Make it a gas fireplace and be done with it. Smokes very bad even with warming the chimney first!!!! Had to open all of the windows to get rid of the smoke.. Not a good start to our stay!! The bathroom is terrible!! Only one thin board separating the bathroom from the rest of the cabin. Sound will carry throughout the cabin and the shower is terrible!! We had to shovel a path through the snow to the front door. The drive way was only partially plowed. I had to hand shovel the rest. Other than that everything else was good. The stove is missing a knob and some of the lamp shades need to be replaced. Curtains are also frayed and need to be replaced. I would not stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dream Weekend

Everything about this cabin was perfect. Absolutely beautiful! We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

It's the ideal cabin

Property was very nice and open, very private, was perfect for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay

This was our second stay at the cabin. We were once again blessed with beautiful snowy weather. Awesome location with nearby trails and close to town. Just another great stay with friends at the cabin. Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol H., Ada

Liked: Cleanliness

Super cozy and super charming!

Loved this cabin and will be back very soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Authentic Cabin

Great place with lots of character!Nice and quiet place with easy access to a lot of things to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R., Waterford, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, cozy cabin!

We stayed several nights at the end of November and were very happy with this cabin. It was extremely clean and comfortable. It was in a convenient location with a nice view. After a day out hiking and sightseeing, it was so nice to come back to the warm cabin and enjoy a cozy evening with the snow.falling outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

This was so perfect...

This is going to be one of our favorites going forward. The aesthetic of the cabin was perfect. The location with those Lake Michigan sunsets, perfect. The property, awesome. It was cozy. The right size for just the 2 of us. The host communicated well and was quick. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place!!

Would highly recommend very clean and the managementt is excellent that went the extra mile to ensure me and my family had the best vacation possible!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mellissa V.

Liked: Cleanliness

A cabin straight out of a fairytale

This is our 2nd stay at the Dancing Bear Cabin. It is our favorite place to stay in this area. Always clean and just perfect. We have already started planning our anniversary trip for next year! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sojourn in a Cabin

Wonderful place to relax in a bygone atmosphere but with all the modern conveniences. Our second tome there and we hope to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cottage

We absolutely loved our stay at this gorgeous cottage that is in a perfect location for exploring neighboring towns. Really enjoyed the wood burning fireplace which made the quiet nights even cozier. We're from Door County :) and needed a break from all of the Fall crowds, this trip to Michigan was just what we needed and M119 more than gave us beautiful colors to enjoy without the crowds!! Thank you for sharing this beautiful cottage with us. J & A
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant stay

As advertised, fun place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint cost authentic cabin

Loved the location right on tunnel of trees. Unfortunately furniture was not comfortable for two 80 YOs. Getting in and out of claw footed tub we had to be very careful but survived. Was perfect for the two of us but more would be a tight fit. Temps went into the 30s but heat was warm and place was not drafty. Price high for what you get.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Colors

Excellent location for Tunnel of Trees and easy access to town. The cabin was very cute and cozy. We enjoyed both the fire pit in the yard and fireplace inside. The kitchen was fully stocked. We are looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kreenah D.

Wasn't clean when I arrived, but Bill and Sara came to the rescue!

The place hadn't been cleaned from the last VRBO guests. I want to emphasize that Bill called and got someone in right away. He also gave me a small discount for the inconvenience. I spent most of time outside or off site, since "dead" smell is in house. Location is great, communication also great. A one-time slip up on the cleaning, hopefully. I recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024