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LAKEFRONT MINI CABIN in acre of Woods

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Reviews

6.8 out of 10
1 bedroomSleeps 537.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Gaylord, MI
  • Pine Baron Pathway
    7 min drive
  • Natural Golf Course
    12 min drive
  • Otsego County Sportsplex
    17 min drive
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    19 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

LAKEFRONT MINI CABIN in acre of Woods

You'll love the woodsy serenity, lake views and sunsets! *If booked for desired dates I also have rental rooms in the big log home next door, contact me. Updates include new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, bathroom vanity, faucet, kitchen vanity sink & faucet, modern remote control ceiling fans, fresh paint. Monthly rental discount! Great for trying out Up North Living - if more than one month book 1st month and let me know so I can block off dates and pay each month ahead. Rustic Pine-paneled Cabin has a full kitchenette, hot shower with great water pressure, bedroom area with full bed, living area with futon. New apartment-sized fridge. New coffeemaker & Keurig, new air fryer/toaster oven.
Feel free to bring your ATVs, Motorcycles/Minibikes, Mountain Bikes, Hiking Boots, Kayaks & Canoes & rowboats. Plenty of Parking Space in the loop driveway for a trailers/campers as well. No neighborhood association, you can drive snowmobiles/ATVs on the road & right to the cabin!
Tons of sandy local trails and almost all roads are ATV friendly--make sure to have current DNR stickers/license plates. Awesome for guys/gals weekend, family getaway, and more. Guests may use the Weber BBQ grill and the Smoker. 2 firepits with plenty of seating optoons—one behind cabin with open yardspace and another on the beach. Just 10 minutes to town, I-75, shopping & dining. 5+ ski and golf resorts within 20-60 minutes!

Property manager

Cheryl

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervise—esp lakefront! Not childproofed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets must be well-supervised & indoors 11pm-6am.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bonfire pits—Have bucket of water by it before sta

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Gaylord

Located in Gaylord, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Otsego Lake State Park and Pine Baron Pathway reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bavarian Falls Park and Otsego County Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Pine Baron Pathway - 7 min drive
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 16 min drive
  • Otsego County Sportsplex - 17 min drive
  • Gaylord's City Elk Park - 17 min drive
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT MINI CABIN in acre of Woods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT MINI CABIN in acre of Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT MINI CABIN in acre of Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT MINI CABIN in acre of Woods located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gaylord cabin is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Pine Baron Pathway and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Natural Golf Course. Marsh Ridge Golf Course and Gaylord Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

6.8
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6.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zach M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lesa J.

Liked: Check-in, location
Do not rent from this host!
Even after reading the questionable reviews, we decided to take a chance on this property. Shame on us! We did chuckle about a couple things; the grill didn't work so Cheryl left us a smoker with propane to use - but it used wood not propane; the bed was smaller than listed and not very comfortable, but we asked for rustic, so we didn't complain; the air freshener was too strong for such a small area, we just unplugged it. It was all part of the rustic experience. The next morning when we couldn’t use the stove to make coffee or breakfast it became a problem. We contacted Cheryl who sighed heavily and told us we needed to use the clicker to light the stove. After going out for breakfast and spending time at the lake, we were ready for a shower and dinner but there was no hot water. We were no longer amused! We contacted Cheryl again (she was 2 hrs away and not on site) and left a day early. Cheryl texted me 24 hours later to accuse us of turning off the propane to the cottage, trying to 'pull something on her' and she had to pay for a weekend call to the electrician. I became insulted and angry and asked for a refund. I worked via VRBO who tried to contact Cheryl on several occasions. She completely ghosted both VRBO and me. We have used VRBO for several years and never had any trouble with any property or owner and had good reviews about us. I was completely frustrated and unhappy with this host and disappointed in our weekend outing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised and perfect for me.
Small, rustic cabin with close access to lake. Perfect for a fishing/hunting weekend. I actually took the trip for a creepy solo getaway specifically for Friday the 13th weekend and I loved it. Host was awesome and always responded to my messages and went out of her way to make the stay even more fun and spooky for me. Would definitely stay again but definitely not for everyone, as it is very rustic and best suited for smaller groups or solo.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Vicki S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, needs TLC
Booked even though had mixed reviews, we understood was still in renovation process, even so grounds could be much better maintained. Beautiful scenery- but toppled lawn chairs, buckets, and rakes strewn about on shore line very distracting. Even if things were put in organized piles, would be more tolerable. The Owner was next door and very helpful with internet access and assisting with vehicle problem. The cabin was comfy and well equipped, with picturesque views from the windows. Weather did not allow use of some of best property features-firepits-canoeing and fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solid stay
Good place to stay. The cabin could use some more curtains as the location is around people
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!!
This was the perfect get away. Home was perfectly clean. Everything and I mean everything was provided. Even a fire pit lighter. Our two pooches loved the lake and the property. Quiet and peaceful with wonderful neighbors. We will be back. The lake is literally a block away. I am booking my next stay for November. Thank you for sharing your property with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

David R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Mid week getaway
I needed a place to stay for a couple of days and liked idea of being on the water. The description is pretty accurate and the individual I talked to was nice. I agree this is meant for hunters/campers. It suited my purpose. I would encourage shades on the windows and cleaning the brush off the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Erin A. F.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Tools and broken glass lying around, cigarette smoke
This cabin is much smaller than the pictures appear and has a very squeaky FULL size bed (not queen like listing says). Additionally, the main house is very close to the cabin & there are tools, trash, & broken glass laying all over the place, including down at the beach, which is very small, has a huge fire pit with partially burned items such as bed frames in it, & so many lily pads that you have to use the neighbors’ beach to go swimming. There is a strong smell of old cigarette smoke with a Glade plugin. My asthma immediately kicked in due to the smoke/perfume. Messaged the host we wouldn’t be staying & she did respond quickly but only offered us back $50 of our several hundred dollar 2 night stay amount. The trees, lake, & ferns are very pretty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not so private and very rustic
The host was very polite and quick with responses. The property was not what I expected. The kitchen sink didn’t work(I felt horrible leaving the four dishes we dirtied), the toilet leaked severely on the floor with the smell of mildew/mold, and the bed was extremely uncomfortable. Also not private at all as it sits right next to another cabin and the rustic cabin door was old so not very secure(rotting off the frame) left us concerned for our belonging and our dogs safety. The listing included a Wi-Fi hotspot but barely could handle one device which made work we both had to do difficult. We did not stay the two nights we booked due to all of these things. But if you are looking for a beautiful view on the lake for a rustic getaway this is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Johnkandy K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fishing Trip
Not clear communication with fishing boat to use. We were given wrong wifi password. Had to located the correct password. No toilet seat cover. A few other minor things but overall beautiful location, quite peaceful . You definitely need a grill. Next time a bigger cabin and a view of the nothern skies. Thank You
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up North Cabin Getaway
We plan on returning. Very good for value for money. Cabin was as described and great as a base of operations for out of doors adventures. Check in was a breeze. No weird musty odors and everything worked. Fridge was spotless and cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Bonnie L.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unhappy
I was very disappointed with this cabin. I walked in a there was a very strong oder that was very unpleasant. I saw spider webs everywhere and spider's. The bathroom floor was soaking wet. The bed was super uncomfortable, i felt every spring in it. I am glad I drove my truck because I would have never been able to get down the driveway without it. I only take one vacation a year and i was so looking forward to this trip, but this cabin really ruined it for me. I left a day early because it was that bad. I really hope the owners take the time to make it better before anyone else wastes their money on it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dawn C.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disappointed!
I booked this as a get-away for my husband and I. All I can say is this is more of a Fisherman's cabin/cottage. The road to the rental is dirt and has a large circle drive ( no rock) to park and carry your things to the cabin. We arrived after a long drive and stayed one of 3 nights. The smell was a combination of Mildew, animal, and body odor. It had a air purifier but couldn't keep up. My bags smelled like that for 2 days. The mattress was stained badly and sat on metal box springs. Very uncomfortable. The linens are wore out, the sheets are balled up and rough, the comforter is old, as are the rugs and they are stained. There is no mirror in the bathrrom to clean up , there was a mirror in the other room over the bed, but not convenient to shave and clean up. The lake was not easy to access due to leftover burnt logs and junk piled everywhere. The main house is very close to the cottage, and did have a grill to use close by. I would call this a place to PRIMITIVELY stay. I was highly dissappointed. We arrived @ 4:30 pm, and left by 6:30 am. Unfortunately we did not take photos, lesson learned. If you are used to camping and roughing it you would love this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Josh C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!
Great place to escape and wind down. Quiet, beautiful lake with good fishing. Loons at night, it was great. Also ORV trails are within a 1/4 mile and can be accessed from the cabin. Cheryl the the host showed us a "secret" passage to the next lake via her kayak and our canoe which was amazing! We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jj s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
paridace
just what we were looking for great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl

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Hi! Love the up north vacation living so much I moved up 5 years ago to enjoy it full time. I'm in the home next door, I respect your privacy, I do have time for a quick chat, a few questions, help get the bonfire going. Archery and kayak instructor as well, most of the weekend I'll be at my job at the resort. Kayaking, skiing, and campfires are just the best and so many opportunities plus hiking, biking, atv'g, festivals, golf and more. Glad to have you up to enjoy the lake & woods as well!

Why they chose this property

Serene lake has a scattering of log homes and cabins. You'll wake to songbirds, relax by the lake and sleep after the sunsets and bonfire.

What makes this property unique

Private cabin has vintage charm and a whole acre of open areas and mature woods.
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