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The Get-Away

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· Kalkaska, Kalkaska, Michigan
2.3 acres hosted by Douglas G.
1 lodging site
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
I bought this property 30 years ago and built the cabin myself with a Hungarian friend nick-named Crash. This property was won in a poker game when it first came up for sale years ago. It is an old logging trail that goes 1 1/2 miles back in the woods - it feels like you are in the UP or Canada. Learn more about this land: The Get-A-Way had a very good summer - a few renters drove back spinning tires and tearing the drive up, but we are always motivated and just put $1200.00 into the road and dock. (See pictures.) We have a super cool site on a lake, with 2 canoes, a row boat and trolling motor, 2 batteries with a generator for your convenience. Key Word Your. You are only required to be happy and not rude. Normally there is even fire wood provided, life vests, and even instant coffee. Look at the pictures and see the propane tanks for the stoves. You will need to bring a few if you want to cook on the stoves. Please note: This is basically camping like you would in a tent but in a cabin. There is no running water - bring your own water or a water purifier. A clean port-a-potty is provided. Bring your own bedding - there is a futon and a set of bunk beds. There is an assortment of pots and pans. The cabin is not always cleaned between guests - please leave it in as good or better condition as when you arrived. Thanks!The Get-A-Way had a very good summer a few renters drove back spinning tires and tearing the drive up, but we are always motivated and just put $1200.00 into the road and dock. (see the new pictures)  We have a super cool site on a lake, with 2 canoes, a row boat and trolling motor, 2 batteries with a generator for your convenience. Key Word Your.    You are only required to be Happy and not rude.  V  Normally there is even fire wood provided, life vests, and even instant coffee.   Look at the pictures and see the propane tanks for the stoves.  you will need a few if you want to cook indoors.   
Activities
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Paddling
Natural features
Forest
River, stream, or creek
Wetlands
96%
28 ratings · 22 reviews
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Allison S.recommends
August 13, 2023
The Get-Away
Fishing paradise
Beautiful and scenic location that makes you feel like you are the only ones around. Taking the boat out on the lake to catch some fish was just what we needed. (Side note: the parking area right beside the cabin is quite sandy and deep)
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Ernie S.
August 7, 2023
The Get-Away
Nice off the grid cabin amid a forested wetland area with lake access and dock. Has a light bulb w power source, stocked kitchen, multiple grills, and a nice fire pit. Port-a-potty was nice enough. A nice getaway!
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Megan J.recommends
August 6, 2023
The Get-Away
Douglas had great communication and easy check in. The cabin is secluded and as described in the listing
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Tianna B.recommends
June 26, 2023
The Get-Away
We had an amazing time at The Get-Away! It is quiet and peaceful. If your looking for some solitude and isolation this place is definitely for you! The lake is gorgeous (not swimmable) but it is definitely a great spot for fishing! Our dogs loved being able to run around and explore here as well. Bring everything you would for a normal camping trip minus the tent (we did bring a screen tent though for evenings to keep the skeeters away). As others have said, the cabin does get VERY hot inside. If you have a battery operated fan, definitely bring it with you but other than that it was exactly what we needed for a weekend escape. We definitely hope to come back one day and have this placed saved for any weekend trips in the future!
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Crystal C.recommends
June 11, 2023
The Get-Away
I loved how tucked back in the woods we were. The lake wasn’t swimmable but having the canoes was awesome!! We brought all of our own cooking supplies not realizing the cabin would already be stocked with most necessities. We spent the rainy day playing the games that were there. The wood stove was super cute. Connecting the ceiling light to a battery was odd the first time but it was totally worth it to have. It was an amazing stay and my dogs loved to be able to run around free!
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George V.recommends
September 12, 2022
The Get-Away
Awesome place to stay. We caught some big bass and the loons were great to listen to
Location
Kalkaska, Kalkaska, Michigan, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ and 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 Douglas G.

Joined in February 2021
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