Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!
Our home away from home in Northern Michigan is 15 miles west of Gaylord and is centrally situated to several great destinations for the entire family to enjoy. Located on a private and quiet double lot, its secluded location offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The cabin has 4 bedrooms plus an overflow loft (sleeps 9 people, maximum guests is 12), along with two full bathrooms. The kitchen is completely stocked to cook for an army if you’d like, along with a full size washer and dryer. After a long day of adventuring, enjoy the sauna and indoor hot tub, or warm up next to the fireplace. Outside there is plenty of space to park your trailers, plus a nice fire pit with plenty of wood to cook s’mores (cooking sticks provided).
If you want to do a little shopping or dining, the Alpine Village of Gaylord is just a quick 15 minute drive and offers several great local restaurants. If you care to venture out a bit further, the cabin is centrally located, allowing you to easily make a day trip to some of the best resort towns in the state (Mackinac Island - 70 miles, Petoskey - 50 miles, Traverse City -50 miles).
Looking for a home base for snowmobile or ATV riding? The cabin's proximity to Trail 4 makes it an ideal base for snowmobile or ATV enthusiasts, granting access to some of Northern Michigan's finest riding trails. Located in ‘the buckle’ of the Northern Michigan snowbelt, there is an average snowfall over 150 inches a year! Want to ski? Boyne Mountain – one of the largest ski resorts in Michigan – is less than 30 minutes away, and several smaller resorts are even closer.
There are several amenities available right in the neighborhood, including a golf course and restaurant.
This home has been in our family for 20 years and has provided so many great memories. If you have any questions about the area or the home, don’t hesitate to ask!
Other amenities: Internet / wifi TV in living room and two bedrooms (all equipped with Roku smart systems) Kitchen includes coffee maker, griddle, blender, toaster, dishwasher, microwave Propane gas grill Board games, cooler, tennis rackets, campfire cooking utensils available for use Washer and dryer with secondary drink refrigerator outdoor fire pit
PLEASE NOTE - The home does NOT have central air conditioning, but there is a large mini-split heat pump that cools the majority of the house comfortably. There are also fans are available in the closets and there are several ceiling fans throughout. With the cool mornings and open windows the house remains comfortable.
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Property # 4044285
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
Elmira
Elmira is home to this cabin. Otsego Lake State Park and Pine Baron Pathway reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bavarian Falls Park and Otsego County Sportsplex.
Is Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?
As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! on Jun 16, 2026 start from $345, 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 Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! located?
Situated in Elmira, this cabin is within 12 mi (20 km) of Black Forest Golf Course, Pine Baron Pathway, and Natural Golf Course. Gaylord Country Club and Big Bradford Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Reviews
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A nice stay for our family annual up north trip. The towels and bedding were very nice and we had plenty of space in each of the bedroom and living room for 8 people. The hot tub was a nice bonus especially for the kids. The extra frdige was nice for drinks to keep cold. The kitchen could of been stocked with some better pots/pans and the house had some cob webs in the corners, some areas not super clean floors, and the gas grill needed to be cleaned as it has some rust in there when we went to use it. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Chelsea V.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 12, 2026
Thanks for the feedback. We do our deep cleaning in April between the winter and summer season. You were actually our last renter of the winter. We will be sure to get any cobwebs as part of this work. I'm actually surprised you were able to get to the grill as it was under about 3 feet of snow! It's hard to keep things outside perfect in the winter with the amount of snow we receive. We typically don't have renters use it during the winter months, but rest assured it always gets a good cleaning in the spring.
Great cabin for our family get-away - 6 adults and 4 kids and everyone had enough space! Check-in and communication with the host was easy, great location with a lot of things to do in the area. Highly recommend!
Cabin is perfect for our group. This was our second stay and all our guest enjoyed the cabin. Location is perfect for snowmobiling trails and side-by-side. Cabin was clean and directions are easy to follow.We really enjoyed the large open living and dining room space as a group. The rooms are private and beds are comfortable. Plenty of towels for everyone. We even enjoyed the hot tub and sauna as a bonus to our stay. Overall, the cabin is five and our host Jay, was amazing & very responsive. We will definitely stay again!
We had a great stay on our side by side getaway! The property and amenities were great and the location was perfect for trail access and other locations we wanted to see. Jay communicated everything very well and was responsive to any questions we had. Also plenty of parking for our trailers which is very hard to find. We will be back!!
We were very impressed with how clean the property was. The layout was perfect for our group. We were close to the trail system, and to town. We would definitely stay again.
The Up North cabin was very roomy and quite nice. We enjoyed some quality family time playing games, enjoying a bon fire, and spending a day on Mackinac Island. Jay responded quickly to questions and provided us with area information.
We had a very enjoyable stay at Jay’s cabin in “Lakes of the North”. The beds were all very comfortable and house was very well taken care of. It has older decor wich made it feel very Nostalgic and reminded me of my childhood. Jay was very easy to communicate with before and during our stay. I would highly recommend this beautiful place in Elmira.
The cabin was amazing we all had an amazing stay if I had to make anything better it would be that the hot tub wouldn’t get hot and i couldn’t get in contact with the home owner to fix the problem. But other than that the stay was perfect!! Such a beautiful home and area
Abby K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 15, 2025
Hi Abby. I'm sorry you had issues with the hot tub. However, I never received any communication from you via the VRBO platform or the phone number I gave you the day prior to your check in or I could have had someone come out to check on it. I did clarify with the maintenance team that the hot tub was operating at normal temperature when they came to clean.
The cabin was centrally located to all the places we wanted to visit: Charlevoix, Petosky, Our family had a great time and loved that everyone had their own rooms. The weather was chilly but that certainly wasn’t the host’s fault … we were thankful for a fireplace.
This house is everything you could ask for in Northern Michigan. It was very clean, spacious, and inviting. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and will definitely rent again in the future. Jay was awesome to deal with.
The deacriptions of the property are accurate. The property is well appointed. Everything that we needed was available. The kitchen was very well stocked with equipment. The complex has plenty of activities, as well as being near to Mackinac, Petosky, and Traverse City.
Kristina K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Your host
We've been visiting northern Michigan for 40 years. Our parents purchased this home in 2005 and it has been the gathering place for the extended family ever since. We originally came for the snow, but have grown to love the Michigan summers almost as much!
What makes this property unique
Our cabin feels like a home because that's what it has been for the past 19 years. From playing cards to board games, the house is supplied with several items to occupy a rare rainy day in Michigan. The kitchen is supplied with everything you would find at your own home, and enough dishes to host a large party!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests