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Lakefront Chalet on Big Lake – 4BR Retreat with Dock & Beautiful Views

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Smart TV, fireplace, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms3394 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Rick Smith Golf Academy
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Gaylord Discovery Center
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gaylord

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Rick Smith Golf Academy and Otsego Golf Club. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Rick Smith Golf Academy - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Aspen Park - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Otsego Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 9 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Call of the Wild Museum - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Marathon Gas & SUBWAY - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Pig Smokehouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Snowbelt Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive

About this property

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

Lakefront Chalet on Big Lake – 4BR Retreat with Dock & Beautiful Views

Looking for the perfect lakefront escape? This beautifully updated chalet on Big Lake offers everything you need for a relaxing Northern Michigan vacation. Set on 142 feet of private frontage on all-sports Big Lake, this home is ideal for swimming, boating, fishing, or simply enjoying peaceful views from the expansive deck.

Step inside to a bright, open floor plan featuring a beautifully updated kitchen and dining area, a cozy living room with a fireplace, and a wall of windows that brings the outdoors in. A mudroom with laundry and a convenient half bath adds to the comfort and functionality. Two bedrooms and a full bath are located on the upper level, while two additional bedrooms are on the lower level — perfect for families or groups.

Enjoy outdoor amenities like a private dock, fire pit, beautifully landscaped yard, and plenty of seating areas to take in the view. This home also features central air conditioning, natural gas heat, and high-speed cable internet — ideal for remote work or streaming on rainy days.

Whether kayaking at sunrise, enjoying s’mores by the fire, or sipping coffee on the deck, this lakefront retreat makes it easy to relax and unwind.

Highlights:

• 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 half bath
• Updated kitchen and laundry/mudroom
• Spacious deck and private dock
• Fire pit and outdoor seating
• Central air and high-speed internet
• Beautiful lake and wooded views


The following is a layout of the home:

Main Level
Living Area, Kitchen, Half Bathroom, Full Bathroom

Upper Level
Full Bathroom, Bedroom One/ King (Lakeview), Bedroom Two/ One Queen, One Full

Lower Level
Second Living Area, Bedroom Three/One Queen (Lakeview), Bedroom Four/Two Full


ABOUT US
Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 14 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
After booking on this platform, you must enter into a rental agreement with Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan to confirm your booking fully.

Access codes and other important rental details will be sent via text seven days before your arrival. This number is how you will reach us if you need assistance during your stay. We are a local rental management company, and our texting software provides the quickest way to answer questions on all our booking platforms.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,394 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

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

2203-273847

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gaylord, close to Otsego Golf Club, Gaylord Discovery Center, and Otsego County Sportsplex. Aspen Park is also within a driving distance of 4.2 mi.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Lakefront Chalet on Big Lake – 4BR Retreat with Dock & Beautiful Views a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Lakefront Chalet on Big Lake – 4BR Retreat with Dock & Beautiful Views?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Lakefront Chalet on Big Lake – 4BR Retreat with Dock & Beautiful Views?

Yes, every accommodation at Lakefront Chalet on Big Lake – 4BR Retreat with Dock & Beautiful Views comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.