Bear Cabin Up North on Crooked River in Alanson, MI | Cabin in Alanson

10.0 (4 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  16 Guests
Alanson Cabin | Bear Cabin Up North on Crooked River in Alanson, MI

5 Bedroom Cabin in Alanson

Nestled on the banks of the Crooked River, this charming retreat offers a central location to enjoy all four seasons of Pure Michigan fun! From thoughtfully appointed bathrooms, comfortable bedrooms that can sleep up to 16 guests, a kids hang out named Camp Run Amuck newly updated for Summer 2025, to a stocked kitchen, Bear Cabin offers something for everyone in the group. Modern amenities include high speed internet, EV Charger, 2 sets of washer/dryers, wood burning fireplace and outdoor hot tub. Guests can enjoy the use of kayaks and stand-up paddle boards or bring your boat and park it at the private dock. Unwind and relax on the dock and wave to passing boats as they idle by on their way to Burt Lake or Crooked Lake. Crooked River is part of the Inland Waterway which can take you all the way to Lake Huron. Three hundred seventy five feet of waterfront provides plenty of room to spread out and challenge each other to yard games in the park like setting. Evenings can be spent sharing stories of your day’s adventures around the fire pit or gazing at a star filled sky from the outdoor hot tub. It's easy to see why you'll be able to unwind at our place and enjoy all that Northern Michigan has to offer. Visit the neighboring communities of Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Indian River, where you can enjoy winery or brewery tours and indulge in the local culinary scenes. Abundant snowmobile, ATV, hiking or bike trails are conveniently located to Bear Cabin. If golf is your game hit the links at numerous nearby courses. If you’re here when the snow is flying, you can shred the slopes at Nubs Nob or Boyne Highlands. In less than 40 minutes you can take day trips to Mackinac Island where you can enjoy world famous fudge and car free streets while visiting historic sites. Art lovers will revel in numerous art galleries in Charlevoix. Boyne Mountain Resort offers the Sky Bridge, Avalanche Bay, golf and skiing. Gather your group of friends or family and hurry to this central Northern Michigan location and be our guest at Bear Cabin in Alanson.

Bear Cabin Up North on Crooked River in Alanson, MI is located in Alanson. Bear Cabin Up North on Crooked River in Alanson, MI provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Parking, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This Cabin features Air Conditioner, Parking, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Bear Cabin Up North on Crooked River in Alanson, MI has 5 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Alanson has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Alanson, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • No elevators
Activities
  • Kayak on site
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
General
  • Unit size: 3201 sq ft (297 sq m)
  • On the waterfront
  • On the river
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Playground
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
Spa
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Reviews

Richard H.
Jul 12, 2025 11:19:24 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: It was clean& ready for our activities as it was well equipped with water features. The AC worked very well & as we sat on the deck we had multiple comments from boaters on the attractiveness of your house, especially the bears!!
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