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Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill

Falmouth cabin with kitchen

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Merritt, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, South Higgins Lake State Park
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Falmouth

On river.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area and 6 miles (10 km) of Ben D. Jeffs River Park with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Kirtlands Warbler Wildlife Management Area and Merritt Area Community Park.
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What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Houghton Lake - 16 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 30 min drive - 26.7 miles
  • Au Sable River - 35 min drive - 41.1 miles
  • Lake Cadillac - 48 min drive - 44.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Moddersville Store & Pizzeria - ‬17 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.

Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill

Tucked away in the serenity of Merritt sits this 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental cabin. Listen to the Muskegon River flow as you sip your coffee on the screened porch and fire up the grill when hunger strikes. With Houghton Lake just minutes away, you can enjoy endless aquatic adventures in the summer and ice skating or snowshoeing when Michigan turns into a winter wonderland. Regardless of the weather, finish each day around the fire - inside or out!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Air Conditioning | Screened Porch w/ Ceiling Fan | Bicycle Provided

Outdoor enthusiasts are sure to love this remote cabin which offers a much-needed unplugged getaway in an ideal location for connecting with nature and loved ones.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Loft: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Charcoal grill, gas grill (bring your own propane), fire pit (bring your own wood), patio furniture, corn hole, soccer ball
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, toaster, microwave, dishware & flatware, spices, breakfast bar w/ seating
INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, DVD player, stereo, fireplace (pellet stove), dining table, ceiling fans, games & puzzles, library
GENERAL: Towels, linens, complimentary toiletries, window A/C & central heating
FAQ: No WiFi, limited cell service, steps required for access, firewood/propane not provided
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOORS: Houghton Lake (10.6 miles), Heights Marina & Boat Rental (12.5 miles), Roscommon State Forest Area (14.6 miles), Higgins Lake (20.5 miles), Half Way Between Houghton Lake and Lake City (22.0 miles)
GOLFING: The Quest Golf Course (11.5 miles), Pineview Highlands Golf Course (14.5 miles), White Deer Country Club (18.2 miles)
PARKS: Clam River Dam Park (11.8 miles), DNR Boat Launch Lakeview Park (14.9 miles), Houghton Lake State Forest Park (15.7 miles), Trestle Park (18.7 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (64.1 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking of any kind (including marijuana or vaping)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Because the cabin provides a remote getaway experience, there is no WiFi available. However, there is limited cell phone service for phones and computers using your own data plan
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Firewood and propane are not provided
- NOTE: The cabin sits on a bluff so although you can view the river, you are not sitting directly by the river

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

New! Rustic Riverfront Cabin w/ Fire Pit Grill!
Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill Cabin
Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill Merritt
Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill Cabin Merritt
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Frequently asked questions

Does Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill to downtown Falmouth?

This cabin is 9.7 mi away from Falmouth.

Rustic River View Cabin w/ Fire Pit, Games & Grill Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Carley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome quiet getaway. Beautiful scenery, right on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice and quiet location

Nice cabin in the woods
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Perfect spot to explore all the great things up north
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RYAN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cabin location. Very peaceful. We had to hunt for the key location upon arrival at night, but was a fun part of the adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

A last minute booking...

Our stay was wonderful! Perfect blend of relaxation and fun. Very close to refreshing Houghton Lake with a feeling of being away from the bustle of city life.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very quiet, relaxing, private and great view. The manager Georgia was very helpful. The cell phone reception was disappointing, but have Dish cable was great. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Vacation

The cabin was very clean and relaxing the veiw of the creek was my favorite it was in the middle of everything so there was plenty to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

If you want to have quite time and relax but still have things to do a short distance away.

So relaxing! We loved it! Nothing fancy but was clean plus has anything you will need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Quiet. Had everything we needed. Except needs more garbage bags. Steps to water would be nice. There are plenty of things to do not far from the cabin. We enjoyed oir stay. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great mini escape

Had a great romantic time for a mini escape up north with my husband. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

David

Nice weekend

The cabin was nice and quite if your looking for a place to detach this is it . A path to the river would have been AWSOME to go fishing but not at the current time :(
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Met our needs

The loft bed was not very comfortable but the cabin met our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Guy

off grid stay

The cabin was very cute and cozy and on a pretty setting overlooking the river. My only problem is that there is no WIFI and the cell service is VERY limited. There was no cell signal at all inside the cabin for my Verizon phone and my girlfriend's ATT service connected inside, but wasn't strong enough to run a hotspot.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total Relaxation

The cabin is adorable, clean and stocked with anything you need. The view overlooking the river was beautiful and the screened in porch was perfect to get away from the bugs at night. I will be bringing my family back ASAP! We all loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little cabin

This cabin was perfect for a relaxing weekend. The owner was very kind, made sure we had everything we needed, and was quick to respond to any questions. We grilled, sat around the fire at night, and slept in! When we did decide to venture out we went to the Maple Leaf Farm (which the kids loved!) and went fishing. If it had been warmer we would have loved to spend time at one of the nearby beaches but still had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

trisha w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend get away

This was the perfect place for my family to get away for the weekend. The cabin had dish soap, dish washer detergent, trash bags, toilet paper and paper towels, all things I really didn't expect but a nice addition I appreciated having those items there. There were all kinds of dishes available for use which was perfect, the only thing I could have used is a little larger frying pan but otherwise perfect!! Thank you for sharing your cabin with us, we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

DEAN W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

amazing river view

The cabin was well equipped and cozy. The view of the river was great, even from inside. We enjoyed spending time in the screened room which protected us from bugs. Birders should know that we saw nearly 50 species in just a few days, WOW! Sarah, the caretaker, went above and beyond to make our stay pleasant. Looking forward to booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Good deal

The property is pretty much as described. There is no WIFI or cell phone signal. Very quaint and I considered it a great deal considering the price point.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Audrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall it was alright

The view was lovely and the beds comfy. There was a few maintenance things that put a damper on our stay. (shower water didnt get hot no matter where I put it, stairs to the loft are a bit sketch). It was almost everything we were looking for. A cozy little cabin in the woods by a river
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

We had a very nice and relaxing time.. Can I ask if you may have found my nook (electronic book reader) I know I took it but I can’t find it at home…please let me know if you might have found it Thank you CarolynMorrison
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

jackie k.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Weekend getaway

Property was clean and enough space for our family. On arrival grass was extremely long, we had to use a yard bug spray. No propane to use the grill as stated in the listing, an empty tank was left to be filled, what an inconvenience. No firewood. Although this house sits on the river, absolutely no river access, it’s a straight drop off to the river, so don’t plan on getting off or on the river near this house. Never stayed at a rental that offered absolutely no amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Merritt vacay

Was a nice property over all. They showed a game room area in the pictures that was not a thing at all. They also mentioned coin laundry and that was not a thing either. The screen room could of have been a touch cleaner. Book at the property had different check out instructions then the email I recevied so that was a little confusing checking out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded location

If you want to unplug and have a secluded location, this is definitely the cabin you need. I had requested central air but found out too late that there is only a window AC unit in the dining area. But the nights were fairly cool and with the fan I brought I was very comfortable. Mattresses, furniture and carpet were all old but we didn’t spend a lot of time at the cabin so we only used it a little. But being a pet friendly cabin, I didn’t expect it to be newly renovated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Renee M.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

River Cabin Merritt

We have few complaints. The cabin had ants, the water lines to the shower are crisscrossed..hot water was on the cold side and cold was on the hot side. The TV remote was missing and we emailed about it but never was contacted. So no TV for us. The cabin really needs to have Wifi. I dont want to be blamed for the missing remote. It was clean..bedding was cleaned and we slept well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

DEAN W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Second visit did not live up to the first.

1) The cabin was filthy. Dead ladybugs, live ladybugs, the toilet had not been cleaned, the shower had a brown film on the walls and floor. 2) There were cob webs in the bed room, in the bathroom & in the dining area. 3) There was a fuel smell coming from the heater. 4) The leaves and pine needles from last year had not been removed. This is a fire hazard. 5) Evolve was the host and did not measure up.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024