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Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All

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Serenity.
Welcome.
Living room.
Fireplace.
Sitting area near the fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 111800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Lakes Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Michaywe Pines Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All

Surround yourself in knotty pine at your home away from home. Gather the whole family here and enjoy the large great room with a wood fireplace. Play some games by the fire or enjoy a movie from our video library. Take a nap in our indoor hammock. This is a family friendly place with a loft area for all the kids to sleep in. Or plan your next golf get-away or winter romp here at the Pine House.

This 2,100 square foot home is located in the Michaywe development on a cul-de-sac and is surrounded by wooded lots. It has three bedrooms: one upstairs with a king-sized bed and hammock, another one upstairs with a queen-sized bed and one downstairs with a queen-sized bed. There is a loft with a full futon with a bunk on top, another bunk bed, a twin available upon request and a TV/VCR. There are two full baths, a full kitchen and a large great room with a wood fireplace and an entertainment center with a TV/VCR/DVD, large video library and stereo. There is a large deck in back with a charcoal grill and a bonfire pit.
While here, you can enjoy the free amenities of the Michaywe Owners Association, including the clubhouse (restaurant, bar, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor pool, spa and sauna), lighted and groomed cross-country ski trails and a private beach with beach house and playground at Opal Lake. The Pines Golf Course is also located within the Michaywe development. https://www.michaywe.com/

Just minutes from Gaylord, take advantage of all the unique downtown shops, bars and resturants. Enjoy snowmobiling (rentals available in town) on hundreds of miles of groomed trails accessible right from our front door. Downhill skiing at Boyne Mountain or Tree Tops is under 1/2 hour away. Boating/jet skiing/fishing can be enjoyed from the public launches at Opal Lake and Otsego Lake State Park, plus several other nearby lakes. Michigan's 'Alpine Village' is famous for it's 21 championship-caliber golf courses, as well as it's location in the center of the Michigan Snow Belt. Only a one hour drive takes you to historic Mackinac Island, the wineries at Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey and Harbor Springs.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
***Please load and start the dishwasher, including the coffee pot and filter if used, and remove
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Gaylord

Michaywe, a neighborhood in Gaylord, is home to this vacation home. Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lakes Golf Course and Michaywe Pines Golf Course. Bavarian Falls Park and Gaylord Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Lakes Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Big Bradford Lake - 10 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Call of the Wild Museum - 14 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marathon Gas & SUBWAY - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bennethum's Northern Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Keg Bar And Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Porter Haus - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All on Jun 23, 2026 start from $273, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All located?

Located in Michaywe, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Lakes Golf Course and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Michaywe Pines Golf Course. Loon Golf Resort and Otsego Lake State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for a weekend while golfing in the area. The house was perfect for us and had everything we needed. Plenty of beds and lots of amenities. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Perfect place for our group

Great location, great house, great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joy f.

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

Relax and Unwind at the Pine

We had a relaxing and enjoyable stay at the Pine House. There was plenty of room for our family of 7. The home was spacious, beds were comfy and the covered porch a bonus when the rain came. You can't beat the location, just minutes from the beach and clubhouse and a short drive to town. Would definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Great place

It was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Quick trip up north

Well equipped, cozy, house up north.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MADELINE C.

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

Ski & swimming @ the Pines!

We loved it & it's location! This was our second time to come to the Pines!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

Beautiful cabin, conveniently located.

Stayed at the cabin with my fiance and four children. We stayed for three nights. It was beautiful, very clean and conveniently located. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Beautiful place in the woods

The Pine house is a peaceful place in the woods and perfect for a weekend getaway. The interior is rustic but does not miss any modern amenities. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Perfect is an Understatement

This location is such a hidden gem! In a neighborhood but still tucked away for privacy this location is such a nice place. The inside was outstanding as well and the pictures truly do not do this place justice! Definitely a must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mara W.

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

It was a beautiful home in the woods. We would definitely stay again. Thanks again.

The house was very clean and well equipped. It was bitter sweet to say goodbye.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Golf Outing

Very nice ,well kept rustic/log house. Pretty much just slept there, but was a very comfortable stay. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christal S.

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

My daughter's girls weekend before the Wedding !

Our stay was spectacular. Space wasn't an issue , everything was there and available. The setting was perfect for our girls weekend. We would definitely stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jen g.

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

Cozy New Years Vacay

Our family had an excellent stay at this cozy pine house! Loved all of the little extras from the decor to the blankets and holiday lights. The main room is fantastic with high ceiling and the bunk beds were fun for the kids. We also enjoyed all of the closets and the washer/ dryer. Will definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Great Up North family and friend getaway

The house was great for our two-family party of 10. We loved the location, the comfortable, spacious living areas, and the deck in the back. The house was in a tranquil, quiet area, but had nearby amenities. We used the home as a base for a daytrips around Northern MI.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Cabin in the woods

The cabin was a lovely getaway in the Michaywe community. It was a little trek out to Hwy 32. We had a short visit yet we enjoyed using the grill, the firepit, the association's pool and sauna.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel O.

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

Great cabin

We enjoyed our stay. It had everything we were looking for in a getaway. Host was amazing, very accommodating and helpful. Will recommend this to anyone that needs to get away that wants out door activity. Opal lake was awesome, the staff there are very friendly. Couldn’t have asked for a better place. Thank you Todd and Beth.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn F.

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

Place was nice

Could use an exterior cleaning and the fridge could maybe use an upgrade- didn't keep things real cold/frozen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil C.

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

Michigan get away

Our whole family stayed there consisting of 4 adults and 3 children 6 and under. There was more than plenty of room for all of us. The back deck and front porch are especially nice for the outdoor experience. We used the kitchen every day and it is well stocked.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathryne G.

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

Michaywe Getaway

Clean, comfortable, and cozy. This home had everything needed for a fun and relaxing family weekend. Beth answered questions/concerns almost immediately.. Our family hopes to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Great Place to Unwind After a Day on the Slopes!

We just got back from an impromptu ski weekend at the Otsego Club (less than 15 minutes away) and really enjoyed our stay at the Pine House. It was a perfect place to unwind after a day on the slopes with 7 teenagers and 4 adults, everyone was comfortable in this spotless home and enjoyed the wide variety of movies that were provided by the owner. There was even plenty of room and everything we needed (pots and pans, plates, bowls, utensils for 11 people) to make a big breakfast for the gang before heading out to the slopes in the morning. Thanks for a wonderful stay!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Russell L.

Great Value

I spent 2 nights in this home with grandparents, parents and teens. We had a great time. The home is very clean, warm and comfortable. The house is well supplied with everything we needed. The owner is as warm and friendly as the home. It is an excellent value and, if we go back to the area next year, we will definitely stay again. Thanks so much.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Clean, well maintained, well stocked/supplied.

This is a place we will try to book again. It fit our needs perfectly! Cozy yet roomy, well stocked and supplied. It was a great place to relax after of busy days. Very quiet. A doe and 2 fawns walked through the front yard every morning we were there. The weather didn't cooperate with outside relaxing, but the backyard and deck were delightful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Quiet Get Away

We had two families (8 people) share this house. It was cute and cozy and just the right size. There is no air conditioning, which was an oversight on our part. Luckily it was a cool Michigan weekend. Very close to Gaylord. Loved the wildlife we saw.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Perfect long weekend getaway

Nice, clean, well kept property in an ideal location for our long weekend getaway with friends. The layout is great for adults to get their own space and kids to get an open area sleepover. Just a quick drive over to Lake Otsego or to the neighborhood amenities. The indoor pool/jacuzzi was closed for our stay, but the outdoor pool worked perfectly for our group. No internet or cable (which is known per the listing) but a strong collection of old school VHS tapes
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

William M.

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

the Pine House

Inside is excellent; great layout for a large group and all our stuff. Location was perfect for fishing the upper Manistee and AuSable rivers. Close to town but quiet and secluded. Outside is rough; no yard maintenance done and there were a lot of caterpillars on the outside of the house. Made it hard to use the outside spaces but that wasn't an issue for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Todd and Beth Ginsbach

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In 2000, our family set out to buy the perfect Up North vacation home. Our clan consisted of my husband and myself, (pregnant with our first child), my sister, her husband and their daughter Brittany, and my mom. After a few weekends looking around the northern part of the Lower Peninsula, two-thirds of us came upon the Pine House. That two-thirds convinced the other one-third (my husband and I) to buy the home sight-unseen, as they were so anxious to make it our own. We made the leap, and many years later (and a total of six more children later) we are still enjoying our Up North vacation retreat.

Why they chose this property

Gaylord fit our needs, as we wanted to enjoy the quiet and beauty of the outdoors, while still having the conveniences of a nearby city. Gaylord is home to many golf courses, lakes and beaches for summertime enjoyment, and it is also located in the middle of the Michigan Snow Belt, allowing us to ski, snowmobile and sled. Michaywe Owners Association also fit our needs as it has it's own indoor pool, beach and playground, perfect for our growing family.

What makes this property unique

Over the years, our family has had bonfires with s'mores, songwriting and games of 'telephone', walks in the woods, bike rides, long days at the beach, snowmobile rides, quiet time with our own families as well as large family reunions, boating excursions, movie and game nights, fire-side chats and stargazing. As our children have grown, and we are lured by other vacation destinations, we have used our vacation home less and less. We are now offering it to others to enjoy as we have. Joining VRBO has been a joy, as I have learned that mushroom hunting is a spring-time sport in Gaylord and also how to make a 'dough boy' by an open fire.

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