Brutus, Michigan · On the Crooked River

Where the river
bends toward calm

A hand-crafted riverside cabin tucked into the pines of Northern Michigan

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3
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
6
Guests
Riverfront
Location
Pets OK
Welcome
The Cabin

Rustic comfort on the Crooked River

Nestled on a quiet bend of the Crooked River at Devils Elbow, this hand-built cabin is your gateway to Northern Michigan's most serene wilderness. Wake up to the sound of water over river stones, sip your morning coffee on the deck watching herons drift downstream, and end your evenings gathered around the firepit under a sky full of stars. Whether you're here to fish for walleye and bass, hike the North Country Trail, or simply exhale — this is the place.

Cabin exterior
Living room
River deck
River view
Bedroom

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What's Included

Everything you need, nothing you don't

Riverfront deck
Private dock & fire pit overlooking the Crooked River
Full kitchen
Fully equipped with cookware, coffee maker & outdoor grill
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
Pet friendly
Leashed dogs welcome — river pups thrive here
Private parking
Dedicated off-street parking for your group
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.

Address 8282 Devils Elbow
Brutus, MI
Phone (203) 241-6876
Email stay@crookedkickback.com
Check-in 4:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
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