Spacious cottage near the Leota trail head!

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Enjoy a fully screened, lighted, gazebo that also includes a ceiling fan.

Volley ball pit with 2 tons of fresh beach sand!

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11186 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Harrison, MI

Tamaracks Golf Course25 min drive
Wilson State Park27 min drive
Houghton Lake46 min drive
Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.)78 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Sandy Trails Retreat is located near the Leota trail head. If you love riding dirt bikes, four-wheelers, or snowmobiles, this is the place for you! Back at the cottage you can enjoy volleyball, badminton, horseshoes, yard Yahtzee, and basketball. There is also a large beautiful fire pit if you just want to relax and enjoy being in nature. The fully screened gazebo allows you to enjoy eating outdoors without all of the pesky bugs! The Soaring Eagle Casino is only a 45 minute drive, and Snow Snake Ski Resort is only 24 minutes away! If you love boating and fishing, Sandy Trails Retreat has 20 lakes within 20 minutes! There is also 100 acres of hunting land right outside our backdoor! There are many other fun things to do nearby in beautiful northern Michigan! Come check it out!

Note: There are security cameras on the exterior of the property, front, back, and sides of the cottage. There are NO camera's inside the cottage.

Property manager

Michelle L Cialkowski

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Harrison

Located in Harrison, this cottage is in a rural area. Tamaracks Golf Course and Snow Snake Ski and Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wilson State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.

Harrison, MI

What's nearby

Tamaracks Golf Course - 25 min drive
Wilson State Park - 27 min drive
Snow Snake Ski and Golf - 34 min drive
Houghton Lake - 46 min drive
South Higgins Lake State Park - 61 min drive

Getting around

Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

‪Trails End Pub - ‬4 min drive
‪Riverside Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Moddersville Store & Pizzeria - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious cottage near the Leota trail head! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spacious cottage near the Leota trail head!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious cottage near the Leota trail head!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious cottage near the Leota trail head! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 8.7 mi (14 km) from Tamaracks Golf Course and within 20 miles (32 km) of Wilson State Park and Snow Snake Ski and Golf. Quest Golf Club and Houghton Lake are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

12 Apr 2024

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

Always Great!

We like to stay here when hitting the trails. Location is great, place is super clean.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

16 Oct 2023

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

Great

My family and I stayed here for a wedding at August Hill and we loved it. Clean, as described with lots of extras. Enjoying the fire pit in evening with family was our highlight.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey P.

20 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful time

We had a wonderful stay, thank you for allowing us to stay at your place!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin R.

17 Aug 2023

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

Great house for a group

The house was even better than expected. Very clean and worked perfectly for our group. Sand court and campfire pit are well maintained and we thoroughly enjoyed using both. If we ever stay in the area again we’ll definitely look at booking this house again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

9 Aug 2023

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

Great time!

Our family had an amazing time! Lots to do and very clean. Michelle is a great host and very accommodating. Hope to go back soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

8 Aug 2023

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

Harrison Stay

Our family had an amazing time. The kids all keep asking when we can go back. This home is nice and secluded and they supply anything you may need.We received very quick responses from the owner and would be more than willing to use this property again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

24 July 2023

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

Lovely in Leota

Place was equipped with many games and yard activities for all ages! Great location with spacious parking! House was clean. Only regret is that we didn’t book more days there!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bo D.

20 July 2023

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

Bachelor's Party July 14-16th

The house was perfect for the groups hopes and needs! Additionally, the provided games, movies, and speaker were very pleasant to have already there! The gazebo was a fan favorite spot to sit with the lighting and bug net for late evening chats. The wood being provided was super helpful and kind as well. Would rate this one of the best stays I've been to and would highly recommend for anyone looking for a getaway to a quiet area!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherry B.

18 June 2023

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

Outdoor oasis!

We had a group of eight adults and one dog. We had a long weekend of side by side riding, sitting around the table in the screened in gazebo, and enjoyed our nights hanging out around the fire pit. This place is clean, they provide you with everything and even have treats for the dog. The owners are quick to respond and very friendly and helpful. We will be returning.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

7 June 2023

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

Beautiful Home

The house and property were beautiful and exceeded our expectations. The house had all of the amenities plus some. Highly recommend staying here if you are looking for something in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

22 Jan 2023

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

UTV Group Ride

We love riding the Leota trails. With the Leota Lodge booked we looked for another place to stay. The cottage was perfect. Great location for trail riding and the circular driveway is perfect for easy maneuvering of a trailer.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

7 Jan 2023

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

Excellent

Great experience, close to trails, very clean warm and cozy. Had a great time playing air hockey and darts. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tari P., Lake

3 Dec 2022

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

Spacious property

Exactly as listed. Nice secluded house close to orv trails. There was plenty of room for 8 adults and 2 dogs. We enjoyed the variety of games you provided and of course the outdoor space. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

14 Nov 2022

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

Exactly what was listed

Clean

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

23 Oct 2022

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

Second stay here!

We love this place! This was the second time that we stayed here and absolutely love the location and spacious home.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

11 Oct 2022

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

Great spot to trail ride from!

Clean place, great fire pit set up and a quarter mile from the trails!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander K.

7 Sept 2022

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

Wonderful place. High maintaned. Nice and quite for weekend gateway.

Loved it. Higgins Lake place to see, crystal clear water.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John E.

28 Aug 2022

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

ORV Adventures

Every thing was perfect with a plus. Homeowners where a delightful to deal with. Property accommodations with perfect for Our 23' trailer with play room for the toys. Out door gazebo was perfect for morning breakfast with Mother Nature. Then the firepit fully stock with wood keep us warm at night for S'mores. I could go on and on. Perfect would be a understandment. Thank you again and We will definitely be returning because the trail head is basically at your door step.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

14 Aug 2022

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

Perfect place

We rented this house so we could spend the weekend on the trails. Perfect location, very clean, and we will certainly be renting it again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michelle L Cialkowski

My family and I have enjoyed spending time at our cottage since 2015. As a first responder, it is nice to have a peaceful place to go to clear my head and unwind. My husband enjoys spending time hunting, and relaxing by a warm camp fire. Our kids enjoy riding their dirt bikes, playing volleyball, and playing board games in the gazebo. We hope that you and your family will make everlasting memories there as well!

Why they chose this property

We purchased our family cottage in 2015. Our family has many great memories there! Our children learned to ride dirt bikes on the Leota trails, and began competing in races. If you love to ride ATV's of any kind, this is the place for you! We are also surrounded by many lakes in the area if you have a love for boating and fishing! If you love concerts and casinos, we are only 45 minutes away from the Soaring Eagle Casino!

What makes this property unique

We are centrally located in Michigan, which makes it very easy to travel anywhere in the state to experience a new adventure. The Leota trails near our cottage draw in riders of all kinds. We are situated on 5 acres of land that connects to thousands of acres of state land, offering peace and tranquility!