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Sunshine Cottage on 100’ of sandy Otsego Lake. Gaylord, Mi. Boat, golf, relax

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A lakeside view with a row of colorful Adirondack chairs and a dock extending into the water.
A single-story house with a large front porch, a garage, and a small attached shed.
A bird standing on a dock in a body of water.
A lake with a dock and a small boat.
A person kayaking on a calm body of water with a sunset in the background.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Otsego Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marsh Ridge Golf Course
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Sunshine Cottage on 100’ of sandy Otsego Lake. Gaylord, Mi. Boat, golf, relax

Adorable cottage on 100’ of sandy frontage on the sunset side of Otsego Lake! 2 bed/ 1 bath plus a sleeper sofa. Private dock, swim platform, and putting green for your enjoyment. Friendly neighbors, walkable to restaurants, close to the myriad of golf courses that Gaylord has to offer, and within 2.5 miles of I75! A convenient location for a day trip to Mackinac Island, Traverse City, or Petoskey if you can pull yourself away from this absolute haven on the lake.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2733706
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Gaylord

Located in Gaylord, this cottage is on the waterfront. Marsh Ridge Golf Course and Loon Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gaylord Discovery Center and Bavarian Falls Park. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Otsego Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marsh Ridge Golf Course - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 30 min drive - 47.6 km
  • Torch Lake - 48 min drive - 80.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪China1 Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Marathon Gas & SUBWAY - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunshine Cottage on 100’ of sandy Otsego Lake. Gaylord, Mi. Boat, golf, relax pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunshine Cottage: Otsego Lakefront?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunshine Cottage: Otsego Lakefront on Jul 18, 2027 start from $352, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Cottage on 100’ of sandy Otsego Lake. Gaylord, Mi. Boat, golf, relax?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunshine Cottage on 100’ of sandy Otsego Lake. Gaylord, Mi. Boat, golf, relax?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunshine Cottage on 100’ of sandy Otsego Lake. Gaylord, Mi. Boat, golf, relax located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Otsego Lake and Marsh Ridge Golf Course. Loon Golf Resort and Aspen Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

William S.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

Was a good stay nice and relaxing and had fun with the family. There wasn’t much of an a/c unit… Was missing the floating swimming dock but not a deal breaker to want to come back again. Beautiful sun sets
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kalah G.

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

Family reunion

Nice amenities. Good location. Cute small lake house. Beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Great Stay

We always enjoy our visits to Gaylord and Otsego lake. The cottage was clean and in a quiet neighborhood. The patio and beach are both very nice. We were able to easily launch and dock our boat. We also had a great time renting a pontoon for a day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen P.

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

Vacation

House in great location, lake is beautiful. House did not seem like it was ready for guests. Dishes in the sink, toys on beach, dirty grill and front door open when we arrived.Property is up for sale and open house signs were left up from previous weekend. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mykhailo S.

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

Good

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly F.

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

Loved being on otsego lake!

Great location on Otsego Lake with beautiful views. The house was a little dusty and had a mildew smell but fit our needs great since we spent most of the time on the lake anyway. It was just the two of us for the weekend. If you are bringing a family of 4 or more there is not much seating inside the cottage. Just one couch. The owner was very friendly and responsive. I know they are still working on improving the property. Great weekend overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Thank you for noting areas that we need to improve, we did recently repair a plumbing issue and I apologize for the mustiness.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shauna G.

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

Lake and outside is beautiful, the inside was unacceptable for the price.

The location is great. The outside amenities were great. But the house really needs work. When we first entered the smell of must was so overpowering, we debated just leaving. We opened the windows to air it out, but the every single screen had a gaping hole, letting all of the bugs come right in. It is in need of some serious attention and updating to justify the price we paid. The potential is there because of the location. But there is only one couch and no coffee table or end tables. Old musty carpet under the kitchen table and in bedrooms...etc. Overall, we did have fun with the kids, lake, and outside amenities. However, I would not recommend staying here at this price point.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Daphne Cousineau

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Why they chose this property

Sunshine Cottage is a perfect getaway whether you are simply looking to relax and enjoy the lake or you want to golf, ski, shop, or day trip to Mackinac Island. Within walking distance to several restaurants or driveable to all that downtown Gaylord has to offer!

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