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Dragons Outpost Treehouse

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· Newaygo, Newaygo, Michigan
2 acres hosted by Mike L.
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Our small place is a forested Tree house in a Michigan wooded neighborhood on Croton Pond with a spot for a small camper, plenty of tent space, has a private drive, camp style privacy toilet, waterfront access across the road (185 steps to the water front and small beach) and sleeps 3. The Treehouse has a power cord for electricity and a table fan but no AC. Please bring your own bedding. There is one full mattress in loft and a twin futon. Our special place is only 2 miles to the Dragon Trail which is a well known biking and hiking trail, the trail is about 50 miles around our beautiful lake and is a very stunning adventure! We are about 15 minutes away from a downtown that has bars, playgrounds, restaurants, and grocery stores. Less than 5 minutes away you can rent kayaks, drift boats, and tubes for an exciting river adventure. Here are links to your next adventure: https://www.thedragon.us/ https://newaygocountyexploring.com/ There is a great organic, hippy vibe breakfast spot nearby called Hit the Road Joes. They also have wood fired pizzas on Saturday evenings. Another good, old school breakfast spot is Diner between the Dams. The Pine Cone has a great ice cream selection and large menu of concession type food: hot dogs, chicken nuggets, fries, nachos, etc. The Driftwood bar and restaurant on our lake (Croton Pond) has live music on the Saturdays and Sundays. The Trading Post has subs and pizza. They do have some limited delivery times to our spot.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Forest
Lake
92%
12 ratings · 11 reviews
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Dylan P.recommends
August 26, 2024
The Dragon Outpost
A Great Treehouse in the Forest!
The Dragon Outpost treehouse is a great spot to get away from the city and enjoy some time in the forest. The hosts give you good directions to get through the backroads to reach the property. What greets you is a large stand of huge trees and the treehouse! Though there are homes in the surrounding area, the treehouse still feels well insulated from them by the forest. The structure is well built and we felt quite safe inside it though some big thunderstorms. There is enough room for 2/3 people to hang out inside and sleep in the treehouse. The hosts provide some great amenities to make your stay even better as well! Having access to the water is also a great plus. For anyone looking for a fun camping experience + some amenities like a good bed under a roof and water access, I highly recommend this spot!!
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Melody B.recommends
July 17, 2024
The Dragon Outpost
The Dragon Outpost was such a great getaway for my partner, our dog and I. We were greeted with birthday balloons for my partner, and welcome snacks inside. Dry firewood, drinking water, fans and electricity, we sure felt spoiled compared to our usual rustic style of camping. The bed was so comfortable that we didn't even know it stormed both nights until our host mentioned it! The hosts went above and beyond for us. You can immediately tell that they are genuinely kind and caring people, even taking it upon themselves to care for a couple of sweet dogs that were abandoned by their owners. The waterfront is extremely private, shaded, and perfect for relaxing on a hot afternoon. We especially loved the artwork inside the treehouse, as well as all the little personal touches such as wind chimes and fresh potted flowers. I feel like we found a true hidden gem! We will definitely be back!!!
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Kelly R.recommends
August 22, 2023
The Dragon Outpost
Treehouse
We enjoyed the unique experience of the Dragon Outpost! I really loved the large window overlooking the surrounding trees- it felt very magical! There were plenty of cute, thoughtful touches such as a string of lights and a welcome basket. Our husky mix adored being able to sniff and run around outside. We experienced a bit of rain upon arrival, and the hosts were great! They were welcoming, answered questions, and had our comfort in mind. At the same time, we had more than enough privacy. I think this treehouse would be great for a solo traveler wanting to unwind, write or just experience some solitude in a forest-like setting. The bed itself was comfortable, but it is a true loft and is close to the ceiling. Overall, cute space and fantastic hosts!
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Tj H.recommends
August 13, 2023
The Dragon Outpost
We had such a nice stay at the Dragon Outpost--a truly unique camping experience. Our hosts thought of every little detail to make life easier for us while still letting us enjoy a secluded camping weekend. We're already planning our next visit!
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Ami K.recommends
July 29, 2023
The Dragon Outpost
Magical treehouse
We had a wonderful time in the treehouse, even better in person, a quiet magical little place. Our German shepherd had a good time hanging out on the little deck area. Lots of cool little touches and lights. The fans were appreciated and helped a lot. We would love to stay again. Things to note: if you’re not familiar with the area, would be easier to find in daylight but not a deterrent. We have a 4x4 so it wasn’t an issue but if it were days after heavy rain, a low clearance car possibly would get stuck in parts of the road.
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Rebecca L.recommends
July 17, 2023
The Dragon Outpost
Treehouse
The treehouse was everything as described. Was a perfect place for us to have our pets and be away from weather while being close to the river for adventures. Mike was very helpful and available for anything needed. We would stay here again if we were in the area.
Location
Newaygo, Newaygo, Michigan, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Odawa 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 Mike L.

Joined in June 2023
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