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Close to Nature, Beaches, Hiking, Golf, Ski & Downtown

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Escape to a charming A-frame cabin, nestled near snowmobiling trails, ski resorts, and Downtown Gaylord. Unwind in the peaceful surroundings with a firepit in the backyard and plenty of space for your pet to roam. Feel refreshed and motivated after enjoying movies, games, puzzles or getting lost in a book.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6670 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Close to Nature, Beaches, Hiking, Golf, Ski & Downtown

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities and charcoal grills are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: If you smoke, please smoke outside. Thank you.

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 670 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Other Pets we can discuss

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you smoke, please smoke outside. Thank you.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Gaylord A Frame With Character a View
Gaylord Close to Nature, Lakes, & Golf A Frame Gaylord

About the area

Located in Michaywe, a neighbourhood in Gaylord, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Otsego Lake State Park and Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve, while Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Gaylord Discovery Center and Bavarian Falls Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Gaylord travel guide
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • In my much younger and foolish days, I would downhill ski at Caberfae (Cadillac, MI) and Snow Snake (Harrison, MI).
    Boyne Mountain
    37 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Lakes Golf Course
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark
    38 min drive - 53.8 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Marathon Gas & SUBWAY
    8 min drive
  • Qdoba Mexican Eats
    11 min drive
  • China1 Buffet
    13 min drive
  • Arby's
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to Nature, Beaches, Hiking, Golf, Ski & Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Close to Nature, Beaches, Hiking, Golf, Ski & Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Close to Nature, Beaches, Hiking, Golf, Ski & Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to Nature, Beaches, Hiking, Golf, Ski & Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Close to Nature, Beaches, Hiking, Golf, Ski & Downtown located?

Located in Michaywe, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lakes Golf Course and Michaywe Pines Golf Course. Loon Golf Resort and Marsh Ridge Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Close to Nature, Beaches, Hiking, Golf, Ski & Downtown Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kay D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay

This was a good stay for us, everything was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun stay

Very nice place. Quite and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

We stayed at the cabin last year and loved it so much so we came back. It is a great place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cliff T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time

Everything as advertised, great wildlife and location.......
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacey g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great fall get away

Superb location and accommodations for fall touring and hiking
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Melissia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Small and cozy

The property was very small and cozy but it was the perfect size for us to. Have a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable Chalet in a beautiful & quiet setting.

Clean, comfortable and roomy. So cute! Had everything we needed. Perfect place to get away and have peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEANNA K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

Lovely A frame in great location. Driving distance to the west-Petosky, Ludington, to the east- Alpena, to the north-Mackinaw Island and Sault Ste Marie. We’ve stayed twice and highly recommend. If you’re a golf enthusiast, you’ll be in heaven right in Gaylord. We loved the elk viewing park too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute

It was in a very nice location. Close to everything. We were there looking to see if this is an area we would like to retire in a few years. Gaylord is a nice area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cozy cabin

The cabin was very comfortable and nicely decorated. The host supplied everything we needed. We couldn't have picked a better location. We wanted privacy and a place where we could stay with our dog. The cabin was within comfortable driving distance to the places we wanted to see. We would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tim P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SKI BUM vacation!

Spent 3 nights at the cute A-Frame cabin. Both queen beds are comfortable and linen was clean. Boyne Mountain is a 30 min drive and Otsego Resort is a 10 min drive. The kitchen is adequate to cook basic meals. Very cozy and we enjoyed are time spent playing cards at the dining table.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely A frame

Location was perfect for seeing northern Michigan sights. Alpine Gaylord is a beautiful and clean town and friendly. Square footage of cabin is cozy. Furniture and cabinetry could use some updating but it is in a lovely setting. Close to a road but traffic quiets down in early evening. We would love to come back and rent again. Thanks Morgan.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

This cabin is situated near everything! We skied at Otsego, just 8 minutes up the road. The cabin is small, but very cozy. The bedroom, loft and pullout bed fit our family of 4. I think there may have been an issue with cleaning prior to our arrival. There were 1/2 drank water bottles in the bedroom, and some old food in the sink. We were able to clean it up and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ilario S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great. Centrally located to hunting areas. Pet friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything worked out great, the host was accommodating, property centrally located, everything I wanted well worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the third time we stayed at this cozy, pet friendly cabin. It offers all the comforts of home and is in close proximity to many quaint lake towns. Once we found this cabin we never wanted to stay anywhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Onda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s my Gaylord go-to!

This was the 2nd time we rented here because I enjoy this A-frame so much and the host is fantastic! It was perfect for 3 adults!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in the woods

Property is six minutes from Gaillard it’s quiet with a good yard closest to several golf courses
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little space

Very cozy stay. We especially enjoyed both the porches.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

We had a great time crafting and laughing. Very chill weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cabin

Property and house were clean and had pretty much anything we needed. Great location with a little creek just a couple minute walk down the road going south. Will definitely check if it's available the next time I visit!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and comfy A-frame

Really cute place! Felt at home with our doggies.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Trip Up North!

My kids and I loved the convenience of being just a few minutes away from Otsego State Park and downtown Gaylord. Property was everything we needed! Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute get away

The cabin is super cute and tine, perfect for a quick little get away. It is right off the road, but the back area is pretty covered by the trees so still a little private. Had the basic necessities and is very cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin up north

It was a beautiful week up north. The cabin is as depicted- if you like it a little rough but nice and quiet this place is perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023