Peaceful Off-Grid Retreat | 20 Acres | Camper +

Escape the noise and reconnect with nature at this one-of-a-kind, solar-powered retreat on 20 wooded acres, conveniently located less than 20 miles from Traverse City and Cadillac, and 1 mile from the Manistee River. Stay in our cozy fifth-wheel camper which features 2 bedrooms as well as sleeping options in the living room. Enjoy a unique outdoor kitchen and bathhouse with hot water. Please read the full description to ensure the space will meet your needs, as this is a unique property. The space Private fifth-wheel camper and plenty of outdoor hangout space. - Outdoor kitchen with running water and pans/ utensils for simple meals - Outdoor bathhouse with hot water (Note that there is not running water in the camper itself, just in the outdoor kitchen/bathroom) * please note that the bathhouse is NOT heated - Covered sitting area for relaxing, even on rainy days - Outdoor fire pit for evening campfires - Walking trails throughout the property - One mile from the beautiful Manistee River - Kayaks may be available for guest use upon requests, though not guaranteed (must request in advance and provide own life jackets) - Cornhole, ladderball, bocce ball available for guest use There is also plenty of room on the property for tents. There is a second, older camper on-property which is used for storage and is not available for booking. This property is completely powered by solar energy. You'll have enough electricity for everyday essentials like lighting, charging phones, and other small electronics. To help preserve power, appliances or devices with high electrical demands (such as hair dryers, electric heaters, hot plates, or other high-wattage equipment) cannot be used. The microwave and televisions in the camper are also not available for use due to high power draw. The refrigerator in the camper runs on propane, so it is fully usable. The heat also works in the camper, but the outdoor bathhouse is NOT heated and that is the only place you can go #2 (toilets in camper are for #1 only). Being off-grid is part of what makes this place so peaceful—it's an opportunity to slow down, unplug, and enjoy the quiet beauty of nature. Perfect For - Couples seeking a romantic getaway - Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts - Kayakers, anglers, and river adventurers - Hikers and bird watchers - Anyone looking to disconnect from screens and reconnect with the outdoors If you're looking for luxury resort amenities, this probably isn't the place for you. But if the idea of coffee on a quiet porch, evenings around a campfire, miles of peaceful woods, and easy access to the Manistee River sounds like your kind of escape, we'd love to host you. Other things to note Note there is no running water in the camper itself, just in the outdoor kitchen/bath area. The refrigerator runs on propane and is usable. Bottled water is provided. Guests must request in advance to use kayaks, and must provide their own life jackets.