Cabin in the woods.

100%

28 reviews

· Belding, Ionia, Michigan · 35 acres

Hosted by Michael R.

Cabin

· 6 guests max

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

I am creating a homestead based on simple but holistic living. The cabin was built built by myself with the help of family and friends. There are a number of trails to walk on the 35 private acreage of rolling hills. This heavily wooded land hosts much wildlife and beautiful scenery. There is a sport court which provides opportunities to play basketball, volleyball, pickleball, or badminton. The property is a work in progress with lots of plans for the future; including a food forest, natural pool, recreation building (being built summer 2022), and more.. The property offers a chance to reconnect with each other, yourself, or the natural world in a simplistic and harmonious way. I hope you come experience it! 35 private acres of forest on rolling hill terrain. Lots of wildlife nestled very close to the flat river; 30-40 minutes away from Grand Rapids. The Fred Meijer trail provides great biking or hiking opportunities. Lazy float tubing or kayaking down the flat river is very popular and only a short walk away. Horse back riding, golf courses, and an amazing local bakery all within a couple miles. And a fun sport court (basketball hoop, volleyball/badminton/pickelball net all right on site!35 private acres of forest on rolling hill terrain. Lots of wildlife nestled very close to the flat river; 30-40 minutes away from Grand Rapids. The Fred Meijer trail provides great biking or hiking opportunities. Lazy float tubing or kayaking down the flat river is very popular and only a short walk away. Horse back riding, golf courses, and an amazing local bakery all within a couple miles. And a fun sport court (basketball hoop, volleyball/badminton/pickelball net all right on site!

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

6 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided

Toilet available

Flush toilet

No pets

Potable water available

Tap

Showers available

Hot water

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Oven, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, basic seasoning and oils, dishwasher, sink or other dishwashing station

Laundry present

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 4:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Firewood bundlegood

$5.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.

Reviews

100% Recommend34 ratings · 28 reviews

Michael's cabin offers a unique retreat, handcrafted with care and surrounded by nature. Guests appreciate the blend of rustic charm with modern comforts, like a basketball court and nearby trails. With no Wi-Fi, it provides a chance to disconnect and enjoy activities such as hiking, tubing, and exploring local attractions. The property is praised for its peaceful setting and the owner's attentive hospitality.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Shawna A.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Cabin in the Woods

This weekend was nothing short of magical. The cabin itself tells a story, and you can feel the love that went into it. Michael, the owner, built it by hand, and the details and imperfections only added to its charm. With no Wi-Fi and just enough service to text the kids goodnight, we fully embraced the peace and quiet. There were books and a collection of DVDs that brought back so many nostalgic memories. There is a sport court where we played some one-on-one basketball like kids again. This cabin truly allowed us to recharge our souls and gave us space to simply be together, without distractions. The property is beautiful—35 acres of trails to explore, including a hidden treehouse that was a joy to discover, even though we couldn’t go inside. We biked the Fredrick Meijer Trail to Greenville (about 12 miles from the Cabin), where we found Flat River Brewing and had a beer and then headed to Hop Hog and enjoyed some delicious BBQ. Would absolutely book another trip here again in the future!

James A.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2023

Fantastic Place to Stay

With kids

The house was a great change in the way we stayed somewhere. Michael's price was excellent and much better then paying to stay at a hotel. The location is great as it's near a ton of cool places. We went to the John Ball zoo in Grand Rapids, the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo, and Michigan Adventure in Muskegon. Hopefully one day we will be back to walk his trails and see any other things he may have added!

Emerald B.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2022

First time campers

Group trip

I took me and my teenage daughters and nieces and nephews to the cabin in the woods. We had an amazing time. We are city folks and Michael’s cabin provided the perfect mix out door activities as well as all the modern amenities. The basketball court was the perfect touch. Hearing Mike tell us about his future plans for his property and watching him literally building his dream with his bare hands was very inspiring. His tree house was amazing and the way he engaged with us truly made out trip memorable. He was also very helpful and replied quickly when we needed him. We had quite an adventure tubing on the river. I would recommend not taking young kids tubing, existing the river was a challenge for us to say the least. We will definitely go back next year and we can’t wait until he finishes his current upgrades. His property is going to be amazing! This was our first time ever camping but it will definitely not be our last!! Thanks Michael

Karisa C.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2022

Group trip

The cabin was lovely, just as expected based on the photos and description. Michael shared detailed information about the area and made himself available to answer questions. The property was beautiful and provided opportunities to both relax and explore.

Riley S.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2022

Group trip

This cabin was such a quiet and relaxing place to spend a few days away. The property is absolutely beautiful, and has some fun trails to walk through with plenty of plants and wildlife to observe (we found some wild raspberries along one of them which made for a nice snack on our hike). The screened in porch and hammock made for a perfect place for afternoon reading and naps, and on top of it, it was only a few minutes drive to some nice fishing and a few spots in town. This was the perfect place for our trip and I would love to return.

Sean K.

2 reviews

Recommends

· July 2022

Relaxing in the spacious cabin

Group trip

My family of four enjoyed staying at the cabin. Kids enjoyed playing basketball, s’more, hiking, and relaxing in hammock. The cabin is quite spacious so we didn’t feel crowded. It worked out great for us to enjoy the little vacation.

Location

Belding, Ionia, Michigan, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Peoria, Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, and Odawa First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking