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Highlights
Bring your furry friends
Top rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Sledding nearby
A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Shared communal pool
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Gaylord, MI
Gaylord Country Club
Place, Gaylord Country Club
20 min drive
Otsego Lake State Park
Place, Otsego Lake State Park
26 min drive
Otsego County Sportsplex
Place, Otsego County Sportsplex
27 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Common Room
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms
Full Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Half Bath
Toilet
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Lakefront Vacation Home W/ Large Yard and FirePit
Relax in the comfort of this all season, lakefront vacation home. This 3-Bedroom, 1½-Bath home accommodates 6 adults with all of the amenities of home. Queen beds in all 3 bedrooms. The property is located on a large wooded lot with a wrap-around deck overlooking 200 feet of shoreline on Lake Arrowhead.
Spring / Summer- Morel mushroom hunting, nature walks, biking, swimming, boating, fishing, hiking and golf. Gaylord is known as the 'Golf Mecca of the Midwest.' The area features over 20 world class courses. Most are less than 30 minutes away.
Fall / Winter- Beautiful fall colors, downhill and cross country skiing and snowmobiling. Gaylord is centrally located inside Michigan's 'Snowbelt', receiving abundant snowfall each winter. Gaylord's trail system connects thousands of miles of marked and groomed trails.
Family Activities-: Keeping the kids happy can make or break a vacation, but when visiting Otsego County, boredom is never a consideration. When the weather won't cooperate or the little ones have just plain run out of things to do, that's when it's time to venture out and discover the many attractions that can put smiles back on their faces. The Otsego County Sportsplex, where kids and grownups can swim in an Olympic-size pool or rent a pair of skates and take to the ice for 'wintertime' fun, even as the sidewalks are sizzling outside. Adjacent to the Sportsplex is the Energy Outlet, a quaint park filled with slides, swings and climbing equipment, all designed to delight and distract the kids from any thoughts of boredom. Throughout the park are structures embedded with information and etchings of the dinosaur age, and surrounding all the fun stuff is a paved walking track.
and more family activities...: At Call of the Wild, fun and learning go hand in hand, and it's almost a sure thing that kids want to go back again and again. After touring the outdoors, visitors can step outside the museum to ride on a go-kart or play a round of miniature golf. Checking out the wildlife museum is great fun, but to catch a glimpse of the real thing, a stop at the elk-viewing area at the end of Grandview Boulevard (just east across South Otsego Ave. from Wisconsin St) will afford you a close-up view of North Michigan wildlife. If you still have energy after all that, give some through to seeing a movie at Gaylord Cinema on M-32 West, which shows several different features daily.
**Exterior Security Camera Notice** For security of the property, the house is equipped with an exterior security camera. The camera is located outside and only monitors the driveway area leading to the house. It is used solely to help protect the property and address any security concerns. The camera does NOT record audio, and there are NO cameras inside the house or in any private outdoor areas.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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The house accommodates 8 guests, a maximum of 8 people are permitted to occupy the house per stay.
Tents and campers are not permitted on the property per Lake Arrowhead Property Owner's Association rules.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 306172ha
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
About the neighborhood
Gaylord
Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Lake Arrowhead, a neighborhood in Gaylord. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Otsego Lake State Park and Pine Baron Pathway, while Otsego County Historical Museum and Call of the Wild Museum are cultural highlights. Bavarian Falls Park and Otsego County Sportsplex are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.
Otsego County Historical Museum - 25 min drive - 27.9 km
Otsego Lake State Park - 26 min drive - 23.5 km
Otsego County Sportsplex - 27 min drive - 30.8 km
Getting around
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 83 min drive
Restaurants
Settings - 22 min drive
deer run pro tavern - 25 min drive
Lake of the North Airport (4Y4) - 22 min drive
Westside Pizza - 26 min drive
Vintage's - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakefront Vacation Home W/ Large Yard and FirePit pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Vacation Home W/ Large Yard and FirePit?
As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Vacation Home W/ Large Yard and FirePit on Aug 31, 2026 start from $278, 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 Lakefront Vacation Home W/ Large Yard and FirePit?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront Vacation Home W/ Large Yard and FirePit?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront Vacation Home W/ Large Yard and FirePit located?
Located in Lake Arrowhead, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pine Baron Pathway, Natural Golf Course, and Gaylord Country Club. Black Forest Golf Course and Big Bradford Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
The entire family had a great time. The cottage was extremely clean and had everything we needed for our vacation. The boat launch and dock were very convenient. It was also close enough to Gaylord for when we wanted to go into town
We had a great time staying at your cabin. Close proximity to hikes we did. The cabin had everything we needed and more. The fire pit area and privacy was awesome.
Mitch is a excellent host !! His property is 100%maintained and in a beautiful wooded lot over looking beautiful lake arrowhoot. The house outside and in is maintained and very clean. Thank you mitch for another wonderful stay. Julia
Very nice property. Convenient parking. Love the fire pit. Swimming area very nice. Through no fault of the owner we only had 1 warm and sunny day. Did some hiking at Jordan River. Visited Short’s Brewery in Bellaire. Went to Petoskey for the day.
We enjoyed our stay at this property. Peaceful, relaxing and quiet. Beds and furniture were comfortable. Loved the spacious porch and the use of the Kayaks. We will definitely be back.
Thank you very much. It was peaceful and relaxing. Very nice and clean. Check in was no contact and simple as was check out. Nice beds. And lots of supplies. Would do this again and actually plan to.
The property is beautiful- the views from the wrap around porch and the fire pit are outstanding.We loved having our senior dog with us. Kitchen was well stocked- adequate dishes and silverware for 7 adults and plenty of pots and pans. Ceiling fans in all the rooms and a washer and dryer were a bonus. Thank you for a wonderful week!
This is the 6th time my family, friends and I have stayed at this property. LOVE IT!! If you are looking for peaceful with beautiful scenery, this is it.
Absolutely perfect place to relax and enjoy the quiet outdoors.
We were so extremely happy with this property. It offered everything and more that we were hoping for, swimming, kayaking, hiking and bonfires! Our labs LOVED it too. We’ll be back! If we could we’d give it 10 out of 5 stars!!
This was I believe our fourth trip to Mitch’s Place for our Summer family vacation and it is always wonderful! The home is on a large lot at the quieter end of the lake, with a large fire pit area, and a lovely wrap around porch with the best views!Mitch is always quick to respond with needs or questions. His home offers everything you could possibly want for a family vacation.We love the use of the dock and the kayaks.Looking to return again next Summer! Thank you Mitch!
Came back to see Lake Arrowhead After 40 years, had wonderful childhood memories here. It’s still a beautiful place. House was in great location, rained both days so didn’t do much outside.
Property is always well appointed and clean. We love the quiet, end-of-the-lane setting, as do our puppies. The fishing was really good this week, lots of bass and large pike in the area around the property. This is seven straight years for us and we will be back next year.
We enjoyed the time with our doggies chasing sticks, kayaking and swimming, and just sitting by the fire pit with our friends in the evening. Caught a four pound small mouth bass and a 5 pound large mouth bass as well spme nice panfish on the fly rod. This was 6 years in a row renting the home, and we have so many great memories. As usual, we had great neighbors in the owner's house next door. Always hard to say goodbye to the lake!
I highly recommend this house. It was clean, comfortable, and a short 10 min drive into Gaylord. The privacy of this property is what really stood out. It's at the end of the street with no neighbors on the left side, which is where the fire pit is located. Lots of split wood if you like to have fires at night. The lake is beautiful and clean. The owner, Mitch, was very responsive. Made a 45 minute trip up to Mackinaw city and took the ferry to the Island for a day. Was a great experience! Definitely rent bikes and ride the entire road around the island.
Ryan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mike b.
Aug 10, 2018
Great vacation
Overall I give this 5 stars, there are definitely more pros than cons. The water was high this year so there was no beach. And the dock could use some work, however we enjoyed swimming in the lake. I wish there was a place to sit and watch the grandson swim. The living room furniture was comfy, beds are adequate. Not like home but not too bad. The towels do need replacing as well as some of the frying pans. But none of this hurts the rating and we hope to rent again! Thank you Mitch. Ps also a shout out to the pontoon rental ppl. Since it was already rented for the week they came by and gave us a ride around the lake which is bigger than you think. 🏊♂️🎣🛶🛳💙
Plenty of room to hang out with our dogs by the beautiful lake, great fire pit for socializing, and convenient to large expanses of public lands and small towns for supplies. Everything we needed for a weeklong stay was on hand.