Welcome to Hansel Hütte, a cozy Northern Michigan A-frame retreat tucked into the woods at Schuss Mountain. With 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and space for up to 11 guests, it ’s the perfect home base for family getaways, girls’ weekends, golf trips, and Up North escapes.
• Schuss Mtn – 3 mins
• Fall chairlift rides – 3 mins
• Lake Bellaire – 5 mins
• Downtown Bellaire – 10 mins
• Torch Lake – 15 mins
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Nestled in the peaceful Shanty Creek Resort area near Schuss Mountain, this cozy A-frame is perfectly located for four-season fun. Enjoy fall colors, golf, skiing, tubing, hiking and lake days—all just minutes from Downtown Bellaire’s breweries, restaurants & shops.
Guests have full access to the entire cabin, including:
✔ All indoor living spaces
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Four bedrooms + three bathrooms
✔ Spacious outdoor deck + firepit
✔ Indoor & seasonal outdoor pools at Lakeview Hotel
✔ On-site parking
Note: The garage is not available for guest use.
Pool & Hot Tub Access (Not On-Site):
Guests have access to the indoor pool, hot tub, and seasonal outdoor pool located at the Lakeview Hotel, approximately a 5-minute drive from the home. These amenities are not located at the property and require guests to drive to the hotel to use them. Availability may vary and is subject to hotel hours and seasonal availability.
KEY FEATURES
☀ 4 inviting bedrooms | 3 queen beds + bunk room with 1 full & 3 twins
☀ 3 full bathrooms stocked with essentials
☀ Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
☀ Cozy living room with wood-burning fireplace + Smart TV
☀ Vaulted ceilings & iconic A-frame windows with peaceful wooded views
☀ Second living area + cozy loft retreat
☀ Spacious deck + firepit with Adirondack seating
☀ Indoor pool & hot tub access + seasonal outdoor pool
☀ Washer + dryer for guest use
☀ Peaceful wooded setting minutes from Schuss Mountain, golf, lakes & trails
☀ Free on-site parking
A FEW KIND WORDS FROM OUR GUESTS
“This place is so adorably quaint! It has so much charm, was very clean, very well stocked, and felt incredibly cozy from the moment we walked in.” — Amy
“We had a great stay with 3 family’s and 10 people. Jenna was incredibly responsive and helpful with whatever we needed. We felt right at home...” — Abby
“My family had such a wonderful time staying at your house! We loved the wooded feel every view was so beautiful. The home was so cute - they had everything we needed. The kids loved the bunk room and games! Thank you Jenna for making this the best trip!” — Kristen
☆☆ BEDROOMS + BATHROOMS ☆☆
Four cozy bedrooms offer plenty of space to unwind after a day of exploring Northern Michigan. The layout includes three queen bedrooms plus a fun bunk room with one full bed and three twin beds—perfect for families and groups.
Three full bathrooms are stocked with towels, toiletries & essentials to make settling in easy.
Bedroom 1: Queen bed • built-in drawers • closet
Bedroom 2: Queen bed • built-in drawers • closet
Bedroom 3: Queen bed • closet
Bedroom 4: 1 full bed + 3 twin bunk beds • closet
☆☆ KITCHEN + DINING ☆☆
The fully stocked kitchen features stainless appliances, cooking basics, a coffee maker & plenty of counter space for group meals. Gather around the dining table for family dinners, slow mornings or après-adventure meals together.
☆☆ LOUNGE SPACES ☆☆
The heart of Hansel Hütte is the open-concept living area, where soaring A-frame ceilings, oversized windows and a wood-burning fireplace create the ultimate cozy Up North atmosphere. Curl up by the fire, settle in for a movie on the Smart TV or simply enjoy the peaceful wooded views.
A second living area downstairs gives families and groups extra room to spread out, while the loft offers a cozy tucked-away spot for reading or relaxing.
☆☆ OUTDOOR LIVING ☆☆
Step outside and enjoy the peaceful wooded setting in every season. Sip your morning coffee on the spacious deck, take in the changing fall colors, or end the evening around the firepit in the Adirondack chairs.
Guests also enjoy access to the indoor pool & hot tub at the nearby Lakeview Hotel, plus a seasonal outdoor pool—approximately a 5-minute drive from the home.
★☆ BOOK YOUR NORTHERN MICHIGAN GETAWAY ☆★
From fall color weekends and golf trips to ski getaways, summer lake days and relaxing weekends in the woods, Hansel Hütte is a cozy home base for experiencing the best of Northern Michigan.
A car is recommended for exploring the area, and free on-site parking is provided. Rideshare options are limited, especially in winter.
WINTER TRAVEL: Northern Michigan receives significant snowfall and winter road conditions can change quickly. While 4WD or AWD is not required to access the property, we strongly recommend a 4WD or AWD vehicle for all winter stays to help ensure safer, easier travel in snowy or icy conditions.
Your stay puts you in the heart of Northern Michigan’s year-round adventure:
FALL
– Famous Fall Color Chairlift Rides at Schuss Mountain (beginning Sept. 26)
– Miles of scenic fall drives, hiking & nearby trails
– Five championship golf courses at Shanty Creek + many nearby
– Downtown Bellaire dining, breweries & shops just 10 minutes away
WINTER
– Schuss Mountain: 42 runs, 8 lifts & 3 terrain parks
– Summit Mountain: 11 runs, 3 lifts & Alpine tubing
– Fat biking, cross-country skiing & snowshoeing
– Jordan Valley snowmobile trails minutes away
Winter Note: While a 4WD or AWD vehicle is not required to reach the property, it is strongly recommended. Northern Michigan receives significant snowfall throughout the winter.
SUMMER
– Torch Lake & Lake Bellaire for boating, swimming & kayaking
– Five championship golf courses at Shanty Creek + several nearby
– Downtown Bellaire dining, breweries & local charm just 10 minutes away
ALL YEAR
– Access to the indoor pool & hot tub at the Lakeview Hotel, approximately a 5-minute drive from the home
– Seasonal outdoor pool access at the Lakeview Hotel
– Resort dining at the hotel (hours & availability may vary)
GOOD TO KNOW
As with any wooded Northern Michigan setting, wildlife may be present. Please keep all food and trash properly secured.
For safety, exterior Ring cameras monitor the driveway, entrance & parking area. There are no interior cameras.
The primary booking guest must be at least 25 years old and present for the entire stay.
