Located in Lake Arrowhead, this cottage is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Pine Baron Pathway and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Natural Golf Course. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Otsego Lake State Park - 24 min drive - 13.5 miles
Call of the Wild Museum - 25 min drive - 16.5 miles
Bavarian Falls Park - 25 min drive - 16.5 miles
Gaylord Discovery Center - 26 min drive - 16.9 miles
Restaurants
deer run pro tavern - 24 min drive
Vintage's - 15 min drive
The Apple House - 18 min drive
Osprey Grill at Black Forest - 22 min drive
Westside Pizza - 23 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.
Family sized cottage near Gaylord on a private lake!
Enjoy nature and beauty all around you in this large home on a private lake. Great for big and small groups of people. The all sport lake is quiet and calm. Access to private trails, a pool, pickleball, parks, and more. The area is well known for great golf, snowmobiling, riding trails, and snow skiing.
Countless attractions within an hour drive including Mackinac Island, Torch Lake, Petoskey, Traverse City, and more. The space Main Level: •Living area – comfortable seating, bluetooth speaker, blankets •Lot’s of natural light, and sliding glass doors with views of the lake •Deck with outdoor dining and seating •Well equipped kitchen with appliances, utensils, cookware, silverware, spices, and more •Dining area with seating for 8 •Full bath with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash •Bedroom - Queen bed and closet •Bedroom - Queen bed, bunk beds, and a closet
Upper Level: •Bedroom 5 beds, perfect for big families or groups •New bedding
Basement: •2 sets of washer & dryer's with detergent •Full bath with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash •Fireplace •Smart TV •Pullout couch for an additional bed •Glass door out to the lower patio
Outdoor Space: •Outdoor dining table on deck that fits 8-10 people •Outdoor fire pit •2nd dining table by the fire pit •Paddle Boat available for use (summer months only) •Private dock (summer months only) •Community outdoor heated pool a short drive from the house(Open Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day) •Community pickle ball court a short drive from the house, available for guests to use! •Ample parking space for at least 5 cars with additional parking available near the neighborhood pool Guest access •All areas of the house available for guests to use. •Front door has a keypad to enter the house. Code will be given the week of check-in. •The neighborhood is accessed by dirt roads. There is room to park 5 cars in front of the house and overflow parking at the neighborhood pool. •In winter months, four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended due to the large amount of snow. Other things to note Location: •We are about 15 minutes from the closest town, Gaylord. Gaylord has about anything you need, and is the best place to get groceries. •Visit popular lake areas such as Petoskey, Traverse City, or Torch Lake. Mackinac Island & Bridge are just an hour drive from the house.
Entertainment (within 20 minutes): •All sport lake - Lake Arrowhead •Numerous, excellent golf courses •Great snowmobiling •Hundreds of trails for ATV's, dirt bikes, golf carts... •Boyne Mountain ski resort and lodge •Elk viewing •Hiking •Mini golf & gocarts •Movie Theatre •Call of the wild
Cell Phone/Internet: •Cell phone service can be spotty depending on the provider. Free WIFI is available to guests.
Firewood: •We do not provide firewood for the outdoor fire pit. There are places nearby along Hayes Tower road that sell wood by the bundle.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Outdoor pickleball court
Snow sports gear
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Rules
•Extra cleaning fees may be charged for a house left messy.
•If you bring your own boat, the wake hours are 10:00am-8:30pm.
•Loud partying is prohibited.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 25
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.
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.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this cottage?
This cottage is situated in Lake Arrowhead, close to Pine Baron Pathway, Black Forest Golf Course, and Natural Golf Course.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
What do couples enjoy most about Family sized cottage near Gaylord on a private lake!?
This lakeside cottage offers many amenities for couples such as a fireplace, fireplaces in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at Family sized cottage near Gaylord on a private lake!?
No, but this cottage does have a heated pool.
Does this cottage offer breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Family sized cottage near Gaylord on a private lake!?
Yes, every accommodation at Family sized cottage near Gaylord on a private lake! comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.
Reviews
Family sized cottage near Gaylord on a private lake! Reviews
8.0
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8/10 Good
Bobbi E.
Jul 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Family Vacation
Nice cottage with plenty of space for our family of 7. We really enjoyed the communal pool which was nice and clean. The one downfall was the driveway. Looks like it washes out and when pulling out the front of my Traverse would scrape each time. Owner was easy to communicate with and check in was easy.
Bobbi E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
4/10 Poor
Laura S.
Jul 19, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view but house was disappointing
We got there, and road was AWFUL! If we didn’t have a truck, we would’ve never made it into their poor excuse of a driveway. One morning in, and we discovered we had to find a grocery store as the cleaning company didn’t think we needed more than one trash bag for a family five night stay. One full trash bag was needed to clean out old shampoos, body washes, somebody else's used loofas in the main bathroom and old condiments left from previous renters in the frig. . We couldn’t use the 2nd bathroom as must have had some sort of a long term leak and there was a musty moldy smell in the entire main living room (basement)— the only room with an actual working Tv. The Tv in master bedroom does NOT work. Second day in and we went to start steak dinner on BBQ and tank AND spare propane tank were empty. I specifically asked owner if we needed to bring propane and he said “No.” My Husband then proceeded to lose his mind, and said we are leaving the next morning. Two full nights early. Decks and picnic tables are filthy and multiple railings are loose going down to the water docks. The main family room is in basement going down a VERY steep uncarpeted stairway with handrails on only one side that do not even go all the way to the bottom on the stairs. Several lights on side tables do not work as they are placed where there are no electrical sockets. I have posted photos to show the true condition of the interior.
Laura S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kari C., Indianapolis, Indiana
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful winter wonderland!
It was a great stay at Northern Reflections! Two families of cousins came for a few days of skiing. The cabin was a great spot for everyone to stay and enjoy time together in between skiing. With all the snow, it was a bit treacherous driving to and from Boyne at times, but was an such an affordable option for our big group. The scenery was BEAUTIFUL on Lake Arrowhead. We'd love to see the lake in the summer months. Kevin was extremely responsive and great to communicate with! Thank you for having us!
Kari C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Becky M.
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas and snow sports
Booked this property for family Christmas (children are all adults) so the kids could go skiing and snowboarding. There was plenty of room for the 6 of us and the kitchen was well furnished. Communication regarding this property was great. All of us would love to come back in the summer to experience the beautiful lake.