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Getty Images / Adam Taylor Our Top Picks Best Overall: Beautiful Log Cabin on The Bay – See Rates at airbnb.com "This traditional log cabin is built from local timbers, giving a rustic vibe while providing modern amenities and comforts." Best Historical: Tom’s Cabin – See Rates at airbnb.com "There is a canoe and kayak launch for those wanting to enjoy the water, and a riverside deck perfect for birdwatching." Best Riverfront: Tioga Falls Cabin – See Rates at airbnb.com "There is no cell phone service, no television, no internet, so it’s perfect for completely unplugging and unwinding." Best for Families: The Barn Cottage – See Rates at airbnb.com "This roomy, remodeled cottage on two-and-a-half acres is chic yet laid-back enough for families with lots of rowdy kids." Best Overall: Beautiful Log Cabin on The Bay AirBnB Buy on Airbnb.com Bedrooms (4) 10 guests 1 King 1 Queen 1 Single 1 Bunk Amenities Air conditioning Cable TV Kitchen Wi-Fi Set on the shores of the sheltered Suttons Bay, this traditional log cabin is built from local timbers inside and out, giving a rustic vibe but also providing modern amenities and comforts. The house contains a large kitchen and dining area and a living room with couches and a decorative stone fireplace. Downstairs, there is a bar area with a variety of toys and games for children and a book selection for adults. Sleeping arrangements consist of an upstairs loft, two private bedrooms and common areas with futon sofas. Outside, a large deck has a gas BBQ and is lined with glass panels to provide a safe area for children while not interrupting the lake views. The property has its own private stretch of shorefront and provides beach necessities such as beach towels, umbrellas, and snorkeling equipment. Near the shore, there is also a fire pit with seating for social evenings spent under the stars. Best Historical: Tom’s Cabin AirBnB Buy on Airbnb.com Bedrooms (3) 12 guests 1 Queen 2 Doubles 4 Twins 1 Pull-out couch 2 baths Amenities Canoe and kayak launch Washer/Dryer Self check-in with lockbox Tom's Cabin on Pioneer Pointe in Grayling is an actual late 1800s hand-hewed logger’s cabin. Located on an ultra-private peninsula with a canoe launch on 1,800 feet of waterfront, the cabin is nestled among towering, mature Red Pines surrounded by the Au Sable River. The 2,000-square-foot cabin sits on nearly 12 acres with private access to 8.5 miles of trails in the nearby Wakeley Lake Trail System. A canoe and kayak launch is there for those wanting to enjoy the water, and a riverside deck exceeding 1,000 square feet perfect for birdwatching, complete with bonfire pits for making s’mores. Best Riverfront: Tioga Falls Cabin AirBnB Buy on Airbnb.com Bedrooms (2) 6 Guests 1 Queen 2 Full 2 Twin 1 bathroom Amenities Canoe and Kayak use included Hunting allowed on the property Technology-free experience Coffee pot, toaster, cast iron skillet for cooking An hour west of Marquette, this is a custom-built, off-the-grid log cabin on the banks of the Tioga River with privileged views of Tioga Falls. Guests can fall asleep listening to the sounds of the river. It’s on 80 acres of private land accessed by a two-mile two-track. There is no cell phone service, no television, no internet, so it’s perfect for completely unplugging and unwinding. There is electricity (and even a refrigerator) run by a propane generator. An ideal time to visit would be in autumn to fully immerse in the fall color change and cozy up to the woodstove with the provided wood. It has a pet-friendly policy that welcomes one pet per booking. Avid fishermen will be able to go after brook and brown trout in the Tioga. Best for Families: The Barn Cottage AirBnB Buy on Airbnb.com Bedrooms (5) 12 guests 2 queen 2 twin bunks 2 full futons 1 crib 2 baths Amenities Two televisions with cable Washer and Dryer Rec Room Pontoon boat, rowboat, two kayaks Although the name references a barn, this roomy, remodeled four-story cottage on two-and-a-half acres is chic yet laid-back enough for families with a bunch of wet, sandy kids running in from the lake to feel comfortable. It’s on the banks of Upper Herring Lake in Frankfort, an all-sports lake where kids can swim or kayak. Nearby is Point Betsie Light, the oldest standing structure in Benzie County. It comes with a full kitchen with standard kitchen appliances, but also a charcoal grill for informal barbeques. On a rainy day, kids can stay inside, entertained by the well-equipped rec room. The Barn Cottage is pet-friendly. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! 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