Brutus, Michigan · On the Crooked River
Where the river
bends toward calm
A hand-crafted A-frame cabin tucked into the pines of Northern Michigan
3
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
6
Guests
Riverfront
Location
The Cabin
Rustic comfort on the Crooked River
Nestled on a quiet bend of the Crooked River, this A-frame cabin is your gateway to Northern Michigan's most serene wilderness. Wake up to the sounds of the river, gather around the stone fire pit under the open sky, and end your evenings on the deck watching herons drift downstream. Soaring pine ceilings, a chef's kitchen, cozy loft bedrooms, and a private covered boat slip — everything here is designed to help you fully unplug.
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What's Included
Everything you need, nothing you don't
Riverfront deck & fire pit
Stone patio with fire pit and Adirondack chairs overlooking the Crooked River
Chef's kitchen
Pro 6-burner gas range, farmhouse sink, Nespresso, and fully stocked cookware
High-speed WiFi
Stay connected or work remotely in the pines
Your boat, your slip
Dock in your own private covered slip steps from the deck and hit the Crooked River whenever the mood strikes.
Fishing access
Cast from the dock — walleye, bass & pike right out front
Games & entertainment
Shuffleboard table, ping-pong, yard games, and a big-screen TV to catch your favorite teams
Full bathroom
Private bath with walk-in shower + separate half bath
Linens & towels
Fresh bedding and bath towels provided for all guests
The Area
Northern Michigan at your doorstep
Brutus sits at the heart of Michigan's Inland Waterway — one of the great hidden gems of the Midwest. Whether you're a paddler, a skier, a golfer, or just chasing quiet — there's a season for you here.
Year-round
Inland Waterway
Paddle or boat from Crooked Lake through the Crooked River Locks down to Burt Lake — Michigan's 4th largest inland lake.
Spring · Summer · Fall
Pigeon River Country
Michigan's "Big Wild" — 100,000+ acres of trails, rivers, elk herds, and old-growth forest just minutes from the cabin.
Summer · Fall
Hidden River Golf & Casting Club
An award-winning course right in Brutus — rated among the best in Michigan, with fly fishing on-site too.
Fall
Tunnel of Trees Scenic Drive
The M-119 route from Harbor Springs is one of Michigan's most celebrated autumn drives — a canopy of color over Lake Michigan bluffs.
Winter
Nub's Nob & Boyne Highlands
Two world-class ski resorts less than 30 miles away — downhill, cross-country, and snowshoeing all at your fingertips.
Year-round
Crooked Vine Vineyard
Just 4 miles away — sample Northern Michigan wines in a laid-back setting, and in winter, try their famous "wine shoeing" experience.
Summer
Petoskey State Park
8 miles from the cabin — hunt for Petoskey stones along Lake Michigan's shoreline, swim, and hike the dunes.
Year-round
North Country Trail
A premier long-distance hiking trail passes nearby — 62 miles of non-motorized trail from Gaylord to Mackinaw City.
Reserve Your Stay
Ready to slow down?
Minimum stay: 2 nights. Seasonal rates available. We'd love to host you.
Phone(203) 241-6876
Check-in4:00 PM
Check-out11:00 AM
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2026 Rates & Availability
Plan your stay
Rates are per night. Minimum 2-night stay. Contact us to check availability and reserve your dates.
May
$325/night
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June
$375/night
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$475/night
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$400/night
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