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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Indian River, MI
  • Place, Burt Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Burt Lake waterfront - huge dock, fire pit and incredible views

Welcome to Gooseberry Lodge! This beautiful, 100-year old log cabin conversion is outfitted for the perfect lakefront adventure. Fill up your tumbler, grab a cozy towel and head down to our enormous dock to watch the sunset or even the Northern Lights!

Crack open the window at bedtime and be rocked to sleep by the waves of Burt Lake just outside! Sleep won't be hard on the close to heavenly mattresses on the King and Queen beds. The living room is quickly converted to a sleeping area with a cozy pull out couch.

The entertainment area features a 55" flat screen and a stereo with record player. Don't forget to pack a few records! Speaking of entertainment, a kayak is available for use and two O’Connor paddle boards can be rented for a reasonable fee.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Lake view

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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

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 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

About the neighborhood

Indian River

Located in Indian River, this cottage is on the waterfront. Indian River Golf Club and Seasons of the North Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Parker & Ebbers Nature Preserve and Burt Lake State Park. Chillermania! and Big Bear Adventures are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Indian River, MI

What's nearby

  • Burt Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 25 min drive - 51.5 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 37 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 47 min drive - 79.6 km
  • Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau - 66 min drive - 64.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Yaz’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Noka - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burt Lake Brewery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Seasons of the North Winery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Burt Lake waterfront - huge dock, fire pit and incredible views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Burt Lake waterfront - huge dock, fire pit and incredible views?

As of Mar 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Burt Lake waterfront - huge dock, fire pit and incredible views on Mar 19, 2026 start from $455, 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 Burt Lake waterfront - huge dock, fire pit and incredible views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Burt Lake waterfront - huge dock, fire pit and incredible views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Burt Lake waterfront - huge dock, fire pit and incredible views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Burt Lake and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Chillermania!. Mullett Lake and Indian River Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

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

Gooseberry Lodge

A great lake house cottage on Burt Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

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

Great property!

The owners of this property thought of everything! From the moment we checked till checking out, our stay was fabulous! The property was perfect and the view was beautiful! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

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

Perfect Lakefront Family Retreat

We booked Gooseberry Lodge last minute for our family of 5. The cabin was perfectly sized for two adults and three children. We spent most of our time on the expansive dock and enjoyed dinner sunsets from the back deck. The mooring buoy made it easy to stop back at the house for lunch while out tubing on the lake. Proximity to town and to the highway made day trips super easy - especially with three kids in tow. Communication with the owners was seamless and timely. We really appreciated the recommendations as it was our first time to Burt Lake.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

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

Brians cottage was just what we needed for our Burt Lake experience

We loved everything about the cottage. If there is a drawback it would be the size of the shower in the one bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget L.

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

Excellent

Great stay on Burt Lake. The house was very nice with plenty of room and in a great location. We took many day trips. Burt Lake is lovely…it’s shallow and clean, great for swimming, but can be quite chilly in our experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric h.

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

Washington Crew

It was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quaint home with lots of amenities.

We have been coming up to Mullet Lake for years and decided on a Burt lake property this time. Cottage was good size, family of 6 was comfortable. Dock was really nice. Tons of amenities, from coffee and firewood and a nice gift basket with wine. My only suggestion is to remove a bit of the decor/pillows, it gave it a bit of a cluttered feel, otherwise the place was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

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

Great place to unwind

We enjoyed our time at the cottage! It's an excellent location with easy access to a lot of attractions. Our family of 5 was comfortable and with the weather while we were there, the lack of air conditioning was not an issue. During the week, the lake was very quiet. Other reviews noted the rooster next door, who let his presence be known, but he didn't wake us up early. Kitchen utensils were a bit limited but we found what we needed to get by. Communication with the host was excellent. Overall, it was a terrific stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DK B.

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

NICE COTTAGE WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEW, GREAT DOCK!

This property is very nice and had everything we needed, including great beach towels. Master king bed was very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed as well. Condiments to use already in fridge. There is no air conditioning so the day could really heat up the place but there were ceiling fans and that was helpful. Overall, we were very happy! There was only one negative and it was not a huge deal. There are chickens and a rooster nextdoor. The rooster WILL wake you at 6:00 a.m. We did go back to sleep but definitely was an alarm clock for us each morning. The chickens wander into the yard and do not cause any issues at all but a dog from down the street got a chicken in the yard last morning we were there. We were able to get the chicken from the dog and all was well. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

victoria h.

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

Simply perfect!

This cottage has it all. Perfect location, beautiful views, and all of the amenities and supplies you could need for your trip up north. The cottage was spotless and the owners have thought of everything. We had a memorable family trip and would love to return next summer. Book it if you have the chance!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil S.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful view and easy to find
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ken s.

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

Nice

Was everything we expected. Great dock and firepit. Water was a bit rocky but thats the way the lake is. Comfortable beds and 20 miles to major places like Mackinac and petoskey. Thanks for your cottage rental! Family loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

mark l.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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