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Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Atlanta, MI
  • Clear Lake State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Garland
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • West Twin Lake
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor

Luxury 2800 sq/ft home with a workout room, private dock, 65-inch HDTV, DVD collection, circular wood stairs down to the media room. The third bathroom and workout room (17 feet by 20 feet) - which can sleep two additional people - are also located on the lower level.

This home has lots of windows, vaulted wood ceilings, skylights, and an expansive view looking south at the lake and adjoining state land. It's a runner's and hiker's paradise - take the 'Forrest Gump Challenge' and claim a bottle of wine from the house collection if you can master it. It includes2 Kayak, 1 Canoe, and 1 fishing book with a motor included with the rental on this 'no-wake' lake, i.e., no Jet Ski's or fast boats.

Next to the 7000 acre Mackinaw State Park on Crooked Lake. Lake is over one and a half miles long with a beach at the far end. Great fishing.

Three other buildings are also located on the one acre lot including a two and a half car garage, a dog kennel, and a work shop. Also, a concrete half-court basketball area at the back of the garage.

Visit 3 very quaint towns in the area and close to all major Northern Michigan attractions, but without all the traffic!

As other renters have noted 'the pictures don't do it justice!' and 'almost too special to rent out!' Send an e-mail with your mailing address to receive a free CD with more pictures and information.

The house is limited to no more than 10 people.

Amenities and Activities: Amenities:
1. Washer and dryer.
2. HDTV 65" TV with Bose surround sound system in media room downstairs
3. Smart 49" TV in upstairs den with Netflix, Amazon, U-Tube
3. Basketball court.
4. One of the four bedrooms has a deck fast work computer with printer/scanner/copier. Connected to hi-speed business network
6. Jacuzzi tub in Master bathroom.
7. Fully Equipped Exercise room.
8. Lakeside firepit.
9. Includes all linens, silverware, and pots & pans.
10. Four Satellite TV's including HBO.


Activities: Use the Kayaks to explore the various lakes and rivers in the area. Exercise room with a Treadmill, Nordic Track, heavy bag, and weights. E-Bikes are also available with the rental at an additional charge. Close to many great golf courses, including the Garland Golf Resort and Elk Ridge. Elk Viewing tours nearby and hundreds of miles of hiking/snowmobile trails.

Area: Montmorency County has over 135,000 acres of public land and is the headwaters for the Great Thunder Bay River. Atlanta is the Elk capital of Michigan and has the largest herd of Elk east of the Mississippi - more than 800.

The house is 1 mile from Atlanta, 35 miles from Gaylord, and 35 miles to Alpena. Mackinaw Island is 1:15 hr/min north of the house.

Property manager

Drew Edwards

Languages

English, French

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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

About the area

Atlanta

Atlanta is home to this holiday home. Garland and Cedar Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Clear Lake State Park and West Twin Lake. Wild Frontier Fun Park and Boney Park are also worth visiting.
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Atlanta, MI

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 15 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Garland - 31 min drive - 20.0 km
  • West Twin Lake - 34 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 60 min drive - 55.7 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 79 min drive - 54.9 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chatter's Bullpen Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucky D's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Baklava Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elk Crossing Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪J D's Pizza Place - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor pet-friendly?

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

Where is Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor located?

Situated in Atlanta, this holiday home is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Clear Lake State Park and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Garland. Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic and West Twin Lake are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

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

Nice Northern Getaway!

Worked perfect for our trip up north!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK T.

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

A gem, close to the action!

The perfect home base for our activities with the Sno*Drift Rally. Amazingly situated near Atlanta Schools and the town itself. Owner is amazing and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA N.

love it we will be back

clean // beautiful lake and area--we will be back and tell others// well worth it

10/10 Excellent

Lilliah C.

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

Labor Day Weekend

We stayed for the long holiday weekend. The house is spacious and comfortable. We had 4 adults and 2 teenagers and we had plenty of room. The lake is awesome, and we loved kayaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nora U.

Papa Bear was "just right!"

Papa Bear was "just the right size" for our group. We happen to be there the weekend of the Perseids meteor shower, to sit on the boat and watched the shooting stars was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Beautiful

House is large with plenty of amenities. Every year we come back for the local Sno*Drift rally and it feels like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denis R.

Great place to get away from it all!

Everyone had a relaxing time on the beautiful property, enjoying the fresh air, nature, and beautiful views. It was a good trip to end the summer. It's very likely that we will return next year and try out one of the other properties owned by Marc.

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

Pleasant, relaxing, quiet

Our family spent a week here and had a very nice time. Marc was very helpful, and the lake was crystal clear and clean. Tall pine trees, a big deck, a dock out in the water, and plenty of kayaks made this a very relaxing spot. Had a couple of loons on the lake, plus fish, crayfish, and turtles.

6/10 Okay

david o.

Summer Time Pike Fishing Vacation

The lake view was beautiful, particularly in the mornings and evenings with the Loons present. The fishing was great. The cabin was great. The only negative was not being able to have the kids swim at the dock area due to the large snapper turtles.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Vacation house

Had a wonderful vacation. The house was perfect for our family. Would stay again. Only problem was the fire pit was not old people friendly to steep of a climb. Owner was always communicating all the time to make sure everything was there and working. We made lots of memories thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christmas Getaway

My family and I stayed at this cabin and the adjoining one during Christmas and had the best time ever. We felt at home and found all the amenities wonderful. Marc was very ease to work with as well as the caretaker. The view was beautiful. In the adjoining cabin, we were able to bring our dogs. It truly was a magical Christmas!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Relaxing, fun time on the lake!

Marc was very welcoming and informative upon our arrival to Papa Bear. We utilized the pontoon and little fishing boats and had an awesome time. The hot tub was a great addition to our stay! The loons were so neat to see and hear and the lake was so peaceful. Marc even had a high chair for our baby to use! We would love to come back to this lovely property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

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

Solitude on Crooked Lake

Wonderful fully equipped home on crooked lake. Access to all the amenities and equipment you need to enjoy a week on this quiet gorgeous northern Michigan lake. Bring your rod and reel and leave the rest behind. Excellent communication with the owner. Loved our time by the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

delles g.

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

camping in woods

some furniture needs updating sharing boats with other cabins was a problem not too handy if have problems walking unable to walk down hill to lake master bedrm needs ac lovely location beach nearby ( clear Lake) was nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

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

Great getaway

Marc is very responsive to inquiries even during your stay. The property has everything you’d need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The serene lake is just the thing for a relaxing yet fun time. You have access to several boats and motors. There’s a hot tub and fire pit and a couple of grills. Marc has thought if it all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Allen E.

Wonderful family retreat

We live in Northwest Kansas and booked this cabin to get together with our kids and grandkids and this was a central location for everyone. We are so glad we did, the house was clean and well kept. The views from the house were wonderful and the lake was quiet and clean.... We fished, kayaked, went to the beach with the grandkids, took a day trip to Mackinac Island....just overall it was a great time.....the whole transaction went smooth and Marc was helpful with any questions we had...I would definitely stay here again...Great family memories....
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Relaxing quiet weekend

We have had the opportunity to stay at a few of Marc's rentals. Papa bear is a spacious comfortable home. We enjoyed our weekend at Papa bear and would recommend it to anyone looking in the Atlanta area. The new deck is beautiful. We enjoyed the large yard and fishing from the dock. Always enjoy hearing the loons. Marc is very accommodating and makes sure that his guests have whatever is necessary for them to enjoy their stay. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Cabin

Our group had a wonderful time. It's a beautiful cabin and the view was fabulous. We had many laughs and Kodak moments with the kayaks! Even the loons entertained us! The exercise room was great and put to good use. The area is so peaceful and relaxing that we couldn't resist just dangling our feet over the pier and read. There are many sights to see from cute shops in Atlanta to Alpena, to the lighthouses, to Mackinak Island, to Traverse City and many places in between. We needed to come home so we could rest!! Thanks, Marc for making this available.

4/10 Poor

Angie D.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Tried to message privately, but was unable to they VRBO. For the price charged, this was a disappointment. There is/was animal feces on the floor in the weight room, stained sheets on one of the beds, and when I went to find new ones, dirty unfolded linen was shoved into the dresser drawers. The king bed was made up with flannel sheets, and with no other apparent clean ones, we had to use those in the middle of July. Fixtures were falling off of the walls, and wall paper falling down in a bathroom. The jacuzzi tub was filthy, one of the reclining chair had fabric that was literally shredded and dangling on the side and back, and a ladder, totes and rugs shoved into a corner of one bedroom. Bed frame was duck taped together and a dresser mirror just sitting in the floor, not to mention the huge cobweb in the dining room window. If there is someone else caring for this, it needs a lot of work to be charging that much per night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

andra p.

Amazing family getaway

We stayed at papa bear for 4 days. My husband turned 30 and thought it would be nice to celebrate with our families. The cabin was nice, plenty of space to accompdate all of us. The lake view from the deck was amazing . We really enjoyed nighs around the fire overseeing the lake. The owner, Marc was very understanding when it came to our little furry friend( really hard to find a cabin that is pet friendly). Unfortunatly, the pantoon was not available (was not working) for out stay there, but we took full advantage of the 2 kayaks. The water was nice and wam and we swam a lot. The bedrooms were large enough where we could all fit. Our family had the BEST vacation ever and we reslly enjoyed the property. We eill definetly come back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Zack S.

Would Definitely Go Back Again

My group of friends decided to rent out the cabin/house for a weekend getaway. This place is everything we could have hoped for and more. The house is located on a beautiful, peaceful lake. The nature was amazing; loons, you could hear the elk at night, and fishing for days. Marc was really great to work with. Easy to get a hold of. Was there for anything we needed help with. Overall, this is who you want to be renting from. If you rent this beautiful property (which I absolutely recommend), I would recommend spending the extra amount for the pontoon. We spent most of our time out on the pontoon and had a blast. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and will be back very soon!

10/10 Excellent

Leeba L.

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

Cozy, peaceful Family Getaway

We stayed at Papa Bear for 3 nights and 4 days. Marc was communicative and helpful. We had access to all the boats--the kayaks were the highlight of our trip! The lake is stunning. The house has all the supplies you need. There were trundle beds in the bedroom, so we fit everybody comfortably, and the kids really enjoyed the downstairs excercise room! The private dock was also a very peaceful spot. We enjoyed a bonfire in the lakeside firepit and a barbecue on the big deck. The house has games and DVDs as well as a smart TV, which added to our vacation time. The master bedroom is beautiful and overlooks the lake with big windows. Everything was designed with comfort and family in mind. It was very peaceful and cozy and there were plenty of blankets and sheets for all. Marc is very kind and did not invade at all but was there when needed. I would reccommend this vacation home for any family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Dream Vacation

In our attempt to leave the heat of south central Texas we headed to Michigan for some family outdoor fun. We fished Crooked lake off the dock and in the boats. We ventured over to Avery lake as well for some fishing. We also took a guided fishing trip on Lake Superior. Atlanta is the perfect spot to be based out of and take a day trip here and there to experience some outdoor fun. We also went to Mackinac Island for the day. Wonderful! Brunch at the Grand Hotel is a must. The weather, scenery, and friendly locals enhanced our enjoyment of our family vacation. We ate at Elk Crossing Cafe for breakfast, lunch, and supper on various days. The food was good, wait staff friendly, reasonably priced, and conviently located. Pappa Bear was perfect for our family. It was clean and well maintained. The owner provided good customer service. I recommend this VRBO.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Perfect!

Four adults and four teenage boys. Plenty of room. All we had to bring was the food for the grill! There were plenty of towels, kitchen essentials and toys for outside fun. Our days revolved around getting out on the pontoon. Plenty of room for all of us plus, cooler, snacks and fishing supplies. Plenty of seating for meals inside or outside. Teenagers loved the media room for late night TV and parents could sleep in peace. Gorgeous early morning sunrise on the kayak felt like the world stood still. The loons were fun to watch and listen to. Many crayfish and turtles in the lake. Clean water for swimming. Caught some pike on the last day. We were all very comfortable and highly recommend this home for your northern Michigan get away! Marc was a pleasure to work with. Very responsive and thorough!

8/10 Good

Glenn L.

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

Great time..

We had a great time at Papa Bear on Crooked Lk. The kids fished off the dock, kayaked and went for a boat ride with me. We visited Clear Lake State Park to swim one day, and also used the beach on Croocked Lake a couple times. At night we sat around the fire and listened to owls, loons, and other wildlife under a star filled sky. The house/cabin was plenty big enough for all of us. The common space down stairs was a favorite of the kids to watch TV at night. Having 3 bathrooms was a plus also. The property manager was extremely responsive, and very helpful when I had questions. Only downsides are no beach at cabin for young kids to play(which we knew about going in), and the dock is old and in need of repair. I only gave 4 stars on cleanliness, because it was clean enough for me, but my wife thought it was a bit dusty, and was not a fan of the cobwebs that were in the corners. Other than that it was pretty clean. All in all, I would recommend this place to anyone looking to have a relaxing time in northern Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Drew Edwards

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Languages:

English, French