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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Big Bradford Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hartwick Pines State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gaylord

This vacation home is located within a few miles (5 km) of Big Bradford Lake and Otsego Lake State Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Big Bradford Lake - 3 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 8 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Call of the Wild Museum - 9 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Bavarian Falls Park - 9 min drive - 12.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Bennethum's Northern Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Keg Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Porter Haus - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gobblers of Waters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wholesome Dine-or-Dash - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Looking to get away this fall? Come enjoy the Lake House!

Fantastic all-seasons vacation spot in “up north” Michigan! This peaceful lakefront cottage sleeps 12 for a perfect getaway for a girls’ weekend, golf outings, romantic getaways, or your whole family.

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open living room with fireplace and smart TV, dining table seats 6, basement with ping pong, foosball, and laundry. Bedroom 1 on the main floor has a queen bed. Bedroom 2 upstairs has a queen bed. Bedroom 3 upstairs features 3 double beds. Also a queen bed in the basement.

Summer: Enjoy the outdoors from all 3 levels: covered porch and 2 balconies, walkout from basement. Eat lunch at the picnic table, play at the sandy beach, and toast s’mores at the fire pit on the double lot with 200 feet of waterfront. Explore no-wake Fawn Lake by kayak or paddle board. (There are 2 of each.) Find life jackets, fishing poles, beach toys, cornhole and bocci in the shed along with both gas and charcoal grills.

Bringing your pontoon or speedboat? All-sports Heart Lake has a public access around the bend and 8-mile long Otsego Lake is 2 miles up the road. Enjoy Otsego State Park or walk 1 mile to a playground, basketball courts, and nature trail.

Fall and Spring: You never know what weather Michigan might bring during these seasons. You may enjoy some extra lake time in the fall or get in one last downhill ski trip in the spring. You can always count on golfing during these scenic seasons. The Ridge, The Loon, The Lakes, Otsego Club, Gaylord Country Club & Treetops are just a few of the many public courses nearby.

Winter: Access Trail 7 at the end of the road and head all the way to Mackinac or enjoy miles and miles of local groomed and marked snowmobile trails. Room for your trailer of sleds on property or rent locally. Skiing options galore: Otsego and Treetops (15 minutes), Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek and Boyne Mountain (30 minutes). Boyne Mountain also offers an indoor water park.

We accept both short and long term rental stays. We can offer special rates for month or longer stays. Whatever the season or length of stay, we look forward to having you.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the vacation home's location in Gaylord, which is close to Otsego Lake State Park, Michaywe Pines Golf Course, and Guthrie Lake. Big Bradford Lake is also within a driving distance of 1.7 mi.

Will I be able to park at Looking to get away this fall? Come enjoy the Lake House!?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Looking to get away this fall? Come enjoy the Lake House! a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a smart TV in each house, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Looking to get away this fall? Come enjoy the Lake House!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Looking to get away this fall? Come enjoy the Lake House!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Looking to get away this fall? Come enjoy the Lake House!?

Yes, every house at Looking to get away this fall? Come enjoy the Lake House! comes with a balcony and some offer lake views.

Looking to get away this fall? Come enjoy the Lake House! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and well maintained. Owner responds promptly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved getting up and kayaking/paddle boarding on the lake. The house was well laid out and the kids loved the foosball and table tennis in the basement. Really peaceful visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time! It was beautiful just as described and the owner is very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely recommend it to everyone!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Returning Visitors

This is our second year at this house and it was as wonderful as we remembered! Having a well stocked kitchen in terms of cookware and dinnerware means we just have to bring the food and we're ready to go. There are plenty of games, books, DVDs, streaming subscriptions, etc. to keep you busy if the weather isn't great. There's a park less than a mile away that we've enjoyed during both of our trips. The beach is perfect for young children as it's shallow for a little ways out past the dock. There are chairs/benches around the fire pit but we did bring our own this year as they aren't super comfy for long evenings by the fire. The house is located close to the highway so you can hear that background noise. However, that's not a dealbreaker for us especially with how great everything else is. We'll be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
House and lake were wonderful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everyone had a good time
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We put 9 people here and still felt like we had room to stretch out. Having Fawn Lake right there was excellent and the provided kayaks and paddle boards were perfect. We originally had planned to stay on nearby, larger Otsego but I think we lucked out on getting this place. Quieter, set back from the main road, a private beach, and no wake lake meant a lot less chaos. Jason was responsive and communicative for one little snag we had that ultimately didn't impact our stay at all. Check in and check out instructions were easy and clear to follow. I LOVED the little detail of having the light switches labelled throughout the house! My one and only gripe would be that the doorknobs for the two upstairs doors need some adjusting as they both frequently got stuck, requiring some aggressive shaking to get back open. Stay here if you plan to visit Otsego Lake/Gaylord!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D., Detroit

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space to relax with our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage with woodsy surroundings

We had another amazing stay at this lake home. This was our third time staying here and we can foresee more in the future. This home is perfect for our family of 12. Very cozy, well equipped with all the items you might need inside and outside. Plenty of room for everyone to have a bed to sleep in. We love it here because it is right on the lake but the area outside also feels like you are still in the woods, so you can hang up your hammocks, and have big campfires. There is also a big covered porch on the house so you can still be outside when the sun is hot or even if it’s raining. This years bonus was a bald eagle. We loved watching the eagle each day. It would circle around and around the lake and swoop down and catch fish. The kids and the adults loved it. Highly recommend this home to everyone!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We had a big group coming in for the weekend for an event and it was perfect to accommodate everyone. Jason was easy to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Weekend

Beautiful home on the Lake! Great place for my friends and I to enjoy the Colors changing and gorgeous Lake..colors are around ..fantastic location..communication with powner was great very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, all around.

Beautiful property. Perfect view of the lake from both balconies and outdoor area. Very nice and clean interior (including bathroom, which wasn’t shown in pics) with great kitchen appliances. Lots of sleeping space and excellent WiFi. Booking and check in were problem-free. Owner was very fast to respond to questions. Highly recommended and would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer and Fall

We loved staying here, lots of room for our group of 9. The lake and all the amenities kept everyone happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing home away from home

My family of 7 very much enjoyed utilizing this property as a home away from home. :-) The property amenities were clean, well thought out and homey. Our kids thoroughly enjoyed ping pong, foosball, paddle boarding and kayaking. This was such a great experience for all of them! This busy mom appreciated all of the options for porch sitting with a good book and the ability to still ensure the kiddos were safe and happy. :-) The nearby town of Waters also captivated us as a glimpse into small town northern Michigan life. We made a couple of trips for ice cream, dinner and the Labor Day festivities. The property host was a great communicator that even offered us early check in and late check out based on his rentals calendar. A super thoughtful guy all around! Overall, we are so glad we chose this property for some R & R. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suezette M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gaylord stay

Beautiful scenery, lovely house ...will definitely recommend it to friends
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake house

Was a great get away from the rush of everyday life fishing didnt serve us very good but it was a quiet area and we visited the call of the wild museum
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ami H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

Such a wonderful stay at this lake house. We loved every minute. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Place

I can't say enough good things about this place. It is so beautiful. It was so clean and well stocked with everything. Our family enjoyed the paddle boards and kayaks. We also enjoyed the indoor games and the nice porch and great view of the lake. Our host was very friendly and quick to respond. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation

This has been a top 3 vacation for my family. Everything from communication with Jason to the check in to the check out was flawless, easy and enjoyable. The house is extremely clean and is stocked with everything that you will need for your stay such as plenty of linen and more then enough dishes and cookware. Jason also provides plenty of toys for the kids to enjoy in the water as well as the kayaks and paddle boards which were a blast. The lake didn't disappoint either as it was a perfect temperature the entire time. The fish were biting and the gentle wind kept any bugs away. Thank you so much Jason for letting us stay at your lake house and we can't wait to visit again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Musselman/dyer family.

We had 4 adults, 7 kids stay and it was a amazing amount of room. Kids were well entertained between the option to fish, swim or play outside. Lake is quiet, and beautiful loons swam by often. My kids had nothing but amazing things to say about where we stayed. We would highly consider staying here again, if we take another trip to that area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

We love the house and property! We had 9 people staying and it was plenty of room! We would recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ed R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as Advertised

My family and I really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good central location

Aside from dirty towels hanging in the bathroom, the house was clean. The lake itself was peaceful, but there's 24/7 road noise from all the vehicles traveling on I75. With that beind said, It was a great central location for day trips we had planned. What we disliked the most was all the cameras. There's a doorbell type camera at the front door, theres a camera facing down on the front porch, and a camera facing the beach area. Basically every place you would enjoy being when you're outside, you're being watched on camera. We did enjoy the kayaks and SUPs and my son caught some nice bass. If you can sleep through road noise from the interstate and dont mind being watched when you're outside, it's a good choice
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024