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Acorn Trail

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· Cross Village, Emmet, Michigan · 10 acres
Hosted by Robert J.
Safari tent
· 2 guests max · 1 bed · 1 toilet
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Acorn Trail is 10 acres of forest with winding trails located a short walk from the idyllic town of Cross Village. A short walk or bike ride from the Lake Michigan beach and within striking distance of all that Northern Michigan has to offer. Campers can enjoy the solitude of the woods or take a short walk to the village and enjoy great food and drink of one of Michigan's most iconic restaurants with a spectacular views of Lake Michigan.Acorn Trail is a 10 acre wooded property. Populated mostly with deciduous trees and wild underbrush. Guest parking is located approximately 250 feet from the campsite. There is a well marked and level path connecting them as well as a wheeled cart to help transport your gear. The woods also have approximately 1/2 mile of groomed paths for exploring. The Canvas Cabin is a 16' x 20' safari style tent set on an elevated wood platform. The tent has a full mosquito net lining. There is an 8' front porch and 5' rear porch that are both covered by a canvas fly for shade and weather protection. Inside the tent you will find a queen-sized canopy bed with a memory foam mattress.. There is a sitting area with two arm chairs as well as tables and storage for your gear. During the cooler months there is a small wood burning stove to provide ample heat and ambience to your camping experience. You have access to plenty of firewood as well. The portable electric-flush toilet is located on the rear porch in a private tent / outhouse. On the front porch guests will find rustic seating on a propane grill for their use. There is also a fire-pit with cooking grate, large supply of firewood, and seating
What to expect
Safari tent
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
2 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit. There is a fantastic fire pit just steps away from the tent with comfy seats and rustic side tables. We provide plenty of free firewood in the woodshed next to the fire pit. Please do not forage for wood on the property. There is also a jerry can full of water next to the woodshed. Please make sure any fires are completely out and cold before leaving the site.
Toilet available
Portable toilet
No pets
Drinking water available
Bottled water or jugs. Upon arrival we provide a 2 gallon thermos of iced drinking water and a 5 gallon jug of potable water for washing, drinking, etc...If you need more water during your stay just send us a text and we can make sure to get you set up! We suggest bringing additional drinking water if you are a thirsty sleeper!
Bins available
Recycling bin, trash bin. The trash & recycle bins are located on the front porch, please do your best to separate your waste into the appropriate bins.
No showers
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Cellular coverage is a bit spotty in Cross Village - AT&T customers will have the best experience, Verizon customers will get the full "off grid" experience.
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Moderate
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
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14 ratings · 12 reviews
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Tacy W.
4 months on Hipcamp
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· November 2024
Perfect in Autumn!
We had a fantastic time in Robert's tent! The whole set up was everything we wanted and exactly as featured - plus more! Trails through Cross Village Beach and the Wilderness State Park were so stunning this time of year (October). I would definitely recommend and we might even come back!
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Stephanie S.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Had a wonderful time. The place was described perfectly. So peaceful and relaxing. We couldn’t think of anything better for the weekend it was just what we needed to unplug and enjoy nature. Will definitely be back.
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Jourdan S.
3 reviews
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· October 2024
Great for color touring!
Would recommend spending some time in their shop! It’s absolutely adorable. The tent is also very comfortable and cozy, best night of sleep EVER!
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Robin W.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Beautiful Fall Adventure
We rented the Canvas Cabin for a Sister's Weekend. It was so warm, and cozy, and wonderful! Robert and Sherry are awesome hosts! There was firewood stacked waiting for a campfire in the fire pit for us, and the wood stove was loaded in case we were chilly as well. Even with big winds on Saturday night we felt completely safe and secure, sung to sleep by whispering trees and owls and coyote songs. A perfect weekend. I highly recommend Robert and Sherry and their adorable Canvas Cabin.
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Ashley C.
2 reviews
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· September 2024
We last minute booked this and got in with no problem. It is an easy to find, beautiful property with a unique camping experience.
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Malissa E.
6 reviews
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· August 2024
Fireside Fairytale at Acorn Trail
Robert’s Canvas Cabin on the Acorn Trail was everything you need for a relaxing night in the wilderness. Robert was super accommodating with our late arrival (10pm!) and even had the fire pit built up with wood ready to be lit when we arrived. The four post bed was whimsical while having a comfortably soft(but supportive) mattress. There were books available to thumb through (that Robert also sells in his gift shop, Peninsulas) and an entire table of amenities. There was a Coleman propane lantern, a water cooler filled with ice cold water(with drinking glasses), and an assortment of toiletries including bug spray, wipes, pads & tampons and sunscreen! The Canvas Cabin is secluded down a path, but don’t worry about carrying your stuff, Robert provides an easy to use cart to do the lugging. Flushable portapotty was clean and easy to use and private on the back deck of the platform where the tent is erected. Best of all was checking out the gift shop before we left where we met Robert’s wonderful mother, chatted about the area and even got to pet their French Bulldog Chester who was a whirlwind of puppy energy. 11/10 would stay here again!
Location
Cross Village, Emmet, Michigan, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, Odawa, and Wyandot First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Robert J.

Joined in September 2023
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