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Charming Getaway

Charm + Nature = Relaxation

Welcome to our spacious cabin where you can escape, unwind, relax and enjoy the natural beauty of northern Michigan. Located in Mio, Michigan, our charming cabin is ideal for family vacations, friends' getaways or outdoor excursions.

 

Formerly Gotts Landing canoe livery, our charming cabin has been transformed into a cozy living space. The home has a fully equipped kitchen, a built-in bar, and a game room. There are sleeping accommodations for 20+. Entertain outside on the patio deck, BBQ or play in the large backyard. At the end of the day, bring the S’mores, relax and gather around the firepit.

 

Feeling more adventurous? The cabin is located minutes from the AuSable River where you can enjoy canoeing, tubing down the river, fishing and swimming. If power sports are your favorite activity, there are numerous snowmobile/ORV trails in the area to explore.

 

Experience northern Michigan.

At a Glance

Country-like style, our rustic retreat offers spacious rooms for all to relax and enjoy!

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Front of AuSable River Charm House Image

Rustic retreat

4 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms  (2 full / 2 half )

Kitchen & dining room

Living room 

Game room

Outdoor space with plenty of parking

Free WiFi

Main Kitchen Area Image

Cooking and dining

Our kitchen is fully equipped with all of the typical culinary needs:

 

Cookware, dishware & utensils

Refrigerator

Stovetop/Oven

Dishwasher

Microwave

Living Room Image

Living space

Snuggle up on the couch, grab your favorite book and relax in the quiet, spacious living room. The hardwood floors and stone wall give this space a true, cottage feel.

 

If extra sleeping accommodations are needed, the sofa pulls out into a full-size bed for guests. 

Bedroom with One Full-size Bed Image

Beds and bunks

You'll be comfy and cozy at night in one of our four bedrooms. We provide all blankets and linens. 

The home provides sleeping for 20+ people. Beds include:

 

Queen: 1

Queen Futons: 3

Full-size: 6 total (1 bed, 5 bunk)

Twin: 1

Pool Table in the Game Room and Bar Area Image

Game room and bar

Keep everyone entertained in the game room. The large room is outfitted with a 65" smart tv, a stereo system to play your favorite music and numerous games to stay busy.

 

Adults can gather around the corner bar. Feel free to bring your own beverages and enjoy some 21-and-over time.

Backyard Patio Deck Image

Outdoor area

In the warmer months, spend time out back on the patio. The yard is big enough for outdoor games and exploration. Use the wood provided for the firepit in the evenings. The patio deck has tables for eating outside. Cook your favorite BBQ on the gas grill.

Area Attractions

Come and Explore

Northern Michigan is known for its beautiful scenery and nature activities. It's home to summer adventurers, kayakers, fishermen and hunters, outdoor recreation vehicle (ORV) riders and friendly local folks. In the winter months, the temperatures drop, the snow falls in abundance, and snowmobile riders and skiers put on their warm gear and head for the trails. In any season of the year, Michigan is welcoming to all who come to explore.

 

 

Our Lady of the Woods Shrine (0.2 mi)

 

While visiting Mio, Michigan, the family may enjoy learning about the history of "Our Lady of the Woods Shrine. " It is a mountainous structure  made of stone honeycomb, with niches and sculptures.  Our Lady of the Woods Shrine was envisioned by Fr. Herbert Rakowsky in 1945.  He was a newly assigned priest in Mio and asked God to Bless his church.  He prayed and envisioned creating the shrine honoring Mary.

Additional Things to Do in the Area

 

Mio Pond State Forest, boating, fishing (1.4mi

Bird & deer hunting

Tubing, canoeing & kayaking (walking distance)

Bull Gap ORV hill climb (8.3mi) 

Snowmobile and UTV trails

Wild Frontier Fun Park

Hiking and walking trails

Golfing

Fall colors

Mushrooming

Restaurants in the Area

 

Mio Pizza Shop 

421 S. Morenci  Ave . 

Mio, MI 48647

989-826-5746

 

Paddle Inn

253 S. Mount Tom Road

Mio, MI 48647

989-826-6373

 

Mio Saloon 

106 Morenci Ave.

Mio  MI 48647

989-826-6006

Shopping in the Area

 

Family Fare Supermarket (0.3mi)

Dollar General (0.1mi)

Walmart (West Branch, MI 32mi.)

 

 

The Rusty Pine 

225 Street 

Mio MI, 48647

989-826-6900

 

Deer Camp MIo

205 S. Morenci Ave.

Mio, MI 48647

989-346-0128

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