The cabin is between Watersmeet, MI and Marenisco, MI (west of Watersmeet) in the historic Stickley area. A logging history and many historic stories. And, the cabin as named Stickley Lodge Getaway is based on logs-sticks-historic name Stickley-fun for family, friends or groups. Some people refer to the cabin as Stickley Beaver Lodge or Stickley Lodge. Cabin could sleep approx. 16 (or just have more room for gear and to relax).

The area is a true vacationland. Also a fabulous water wonderland with National Forest Lakes, many rivers, and more. You and your group could be in the serene beautiful wilderness but yet have some of the conveniences.

*branch and log decor including log branch tables, branch trim, log and branch cut design bed frames, branch handles on furniture and cabinets, unique lamps, branch curtain rods and holders, and more (see photos on pages)
*Cabin sleeps approx. 16 or more or just have more space to relax and put gear
*Circle driveway for trailers and extra vehicles (goes out also on Beatons Lake Road; Cisco Lake Road goes to driveway initially)
*Pets allowed (owners responsible for their pets and party of guests pets and liability). Only $25 fee (one fee for the entire stay for all pets). Just one fee (not per pet or not per night per pet)
*Gameroom (see separate page also): foosball, air hockey, darts, poker table top, card table and chairs, checker table, board games including ones on logging, wildlife and on theme, more
*Right off trail (2; trail 13 closeby, Old Hwy. 2 becomes trail, etc.; and connecting to many other trails) for snowmobiling and ATVing or ORVing (maps at snowmobile and all terrain vehicle dealer in town, at Rogers Bar, or some gas stations; mapbook of MI-TRALE in cabin to use during your stay and can be purchased at dealer outlets). See other cabin website(s) for trails for ATVing and ORVing or Snowmobiling: www.fourwheelingwatersmeet.weebly.com or www.winterstickleybeaverlodgegetaway.weebly.com
*Privacy on acreage and Ottawa National Forest behind cabin (so not by another cabin and have woods, acreage for privacy; not a totally deserted area but has privacy and it is generally usually quiet in the area; (could obtain a firewood permit and use some cut trees and branches at your own risk and costs there for firepit or firewood for sale at Sylvania Outfitters and other places close by town off highway)
*Not totally isolated for emergencies (other cabins down the road in case of emergencies, need help, etc.), cabin on acreage
*Air conditioning and fans (ceiling or table fans) in most rooms to help circulate the cool air
*Flat screen TV, Satellite, DVD/VCR player, DVDs and tapes to use
*Radio
*Alarm clocks with radios
*Table fans in many rooms
*Ceiling fans in livingroom and kitchen dining area
*Electric fireplace units
*Boot or glove warmer dryer to use during your stay
*Telescope to use during your stay
*Front entrance for gear: shelves, bench, places to hang jackets or put helmets, put fishing gear and coolers
*Bathroom with tub shower unit, instanteous hot water heater, window for fresh air, shelf with products, hooks for towels and robes, table to put luggage piece on, mirror and cabinet, toliet plunger and misc. cleaners, etc.
*Five Sleeping Areas (see separate page also): Bedroom 1: Queen log bed, chair, nightstand, lamp, alarm clock, fan; closet, small table; computer working cabinet with doors; glow in the dark stars; branch decor light fixture; blinds and curtains; electric fireplace unit; Bedroom 2: Queen log bed, chair, nightstand, lamp, alarm clock, fan; branch decor light fixture; electric fireplace unit; curtains; bark wall decor; door to outside; Bedroom 3: two sets of full size bunkbeds (with log branch bedframes), chair, table, lamp, alarm clock, fan, closet; electric fireplace unit; trees painted on walls; blind and curtain; branch decor light fixture; Basement Sleeping Area 4: sleeper sofa, lamp, table, fan, bench and also a folddown cot and set of twin size bunkbeds (with log branch bedframes); windows with blinds and leaf design valances; door to outside; electric fireplace unit; Livingroom Sleeping Area 5: fouton, pullout sofa, and couch; items from livingroom such as fan, table, etc.
*Complete kitchen with many extras (see separate website page also): malt maker, ice cream maker, chocolate fondue, popcorn unit, can opener, patty maker, coffee maker(s), 4 slot toaster, microwave, stove, refrigerator, pots, pans, dishes, utensils, glasses, cups); some dishes and glasses with leaf and tree patterns to match theme for fun; some other *star dishes, cleaning supplies with dish soap and scrubbies; table set with benches and stools for extra seating by counters, ceiling fan (with fun fan pull), antique grocery bills from approx. the 30s, antique pans and décor on walls; window that looks out at the woods to see wildlife and birds; recipe (framed) on wall for making beaver pastries; walls painted like water technique; and more
*Livingroom (see separate website page also): with fouton, sofa, sofa sleeper so room for guests, friends, family. Could also use stools and chairs for extra seating. Enjoy movies, games, relaxing time; ceiling fan; branch lamp; stone lamp; log tables; walls done like sand mud mixture for theme
*Cabin has brochures on area, restaurant guides and mapbooks on lakes and trails to use during your stay
*Emergency information in cabin (could include phonebooks, Watersmeet brochure with emergency information, etc.)
*Off blacktop roads for walks, bike riding and more
*Outside furniture, firepit, charcoal grill(s), outside games
*Access and Conveniences: Just down Cisco Lake Road to Cisco Chain of Lakes (15 lakes, this is the road named after the chain; west of the town of Watersmeet, MI; east of the town of Marenisco, MI; some maps show the cabin east of Watersmeet which is incorrect); by Ottawa National Forest; down road from Ontonagon River Cisco Branch (Cisco Branch Ontonagon River comes from Cisco Chain and it is part of the Kakabika Falls just west of cabin on 527; Middle Branch Ontonagon east of cabin; easy access to main highway, off blacktop roads; by snowmobile and ATV (ATV: UTV, ORV, ATV) trail; cross country ski trails and rentals; government visitor center in Watersmeet (maps, displays, presentations, gift store and more); Ottawa National Forest office Watersmeet; Yondota Falls (Outside of Marenisco, MI, take Cty Rd 523 north of town. The trailhead is just north of the bridge over Presque Isle River, hidden away in the trees. Once at the trailhead, hike down roughly 0.25 to 0.5 miles to see the waterfalls to your left. There are multiple sets of falls to see along the way.); local area (snowmobile stickers, ice, games, drinks, food, gas, etc.); Lac Vieux Desert casino; grocery store in Watersmeet; Family Dollar store in Watersmeet; Rogers Bar (down Old Hwy. 2 from cabin) close for meals (sandwiches, pizza, stuffed pretzels, Taco Tuesday, Bucket Fridays and more), snowmobile stickers, clothing, mapbooks, ice, games, drinks, bar games, sharing fishing and snowmobiling stories, relaxing and more

OTTAWA NATIONAL FOREST BEHIND CABIN (look at markers, platbooks and maps for landlines): The area just behind the cabin (Ottawa National Forest) has been included in select cut and cutting. This will be great for wildlife including grouse (partridge), turkeys, coyotes, bear, birdwatching, deer, moose and more. Hunters, nature lovers will all appreciate the changes of the woods. National Forest markers and marks on trees to look for. Cabin is also on acreage (parcel is rather a rectangle with corners approx.). Could use area platbook to make sure of parcels, National Forest areas and more information on area. More hunting or pictures on Fall website for cabin (listed on this page). Coyote hunting currently in 2017 listed as all year.

GEM AREA: Just west of cabin is one of Upper Michigan's few GEM Areas. These are areas being managed for grouse habitats with walking trails. Hunting grouse can be done on and off trail. Called Blue Bill Creek. The area is toward Pomeroy Lake and Tenderfoot Creek (check GEM Maps). See the Fall website for the cabin for more information.

WILDLIFE, FORESTRY THEME: Unique, theme, fun cabin with log-branch-stickley décor, some branch trim around doors and walls, and furniture, and items regarding wildlife in area including beavers in meadows-lakes-rivers (and how they help habitat for other animals, birds, etc.), fun facts for families and friends, fun DVDs-movies-books-coloring pages-displays-unique décor-games-recipe(s)-creative wall art-stories of wildlife and their fun antics of real happenings. Some plates, glasses, etc. with prints of trees, leaves, etc. Acreage with cabin and w/Ottawa National Forest behind cabin. Go for nature exploring, picture taking, tree type locating, and more.

OUTSIDE OF CABIN: Tent sites and sand, camper area & circle driveway. Sand areas for children to play with sand toys. Picnic tables, chairs, charcoal grill(s), firepit, mosquito zapper (area is sprayed for bugs but zapper helps also), outside white string party lights, outside games to use (such as bean bags and safe jarts). Privacy with woods.