Felker's Cottage: Fall Color Getaway | Lakefront Cottage Near Tunnel of Trees

FELKER'S COTTAGE on Huffman Lake
SLEEPS: 8
BEDROOMS: 4 + additional loft area
BATHROOMS: 2.5
*LAKEFRONT: On Huffman Lake (all-sports lake)
*PET-FRIENDLY
*PRIVATE DOCK, ROWBOAT, PADDLE BOAT & KAYAK (available approximately Memorial Day through mid-Sept.)

*NEIGHBOR HOMES ARE CLOSE- outdoor privacy limited. Adherence to the quiet time (10p-8am) is a must.

*NO AIR CONDITIONING- enjoy the breeze from the lake with open windows

*OUTDATED: Ideal for those who long for the cottage feel of last century.

This old-school cottage on the inland Huffman Lake is perfect for a family looking for the classic cottage experience in the Lower Peninsula of Michigan. Located halfway between Gaylord and Boyne Mountain, Felker's Cottage is sure to bring fun & relaxation to those who long for the cottage feel from the 1980s.

Enjoy the lake-side deck with fire pit, plus a washer/dryer in the cottage. Dock, row boat, kayak, and life jackets (dock and boats available Memorial Day – end of Sept). Huffman Lake is a 120 acre all-sports spring-fed lake, great for swimming, fishing, and boating (public boat ramp access). Wi-fi Internet (Fiber-optic high speed) and phone included, flat-screen TV with DVD player. Hundreds of public and logging forested 2-track roads and trails in the area great for biking and hiking.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Air Conditioning: There are ceiling fans in every bedroom, the living room, and kitchen. The house does not have air conditioning but it is rarely needed. The house is shaded by mature maple trees and there's almost always an afternoon breeze off the lake. The ceiling fans will put you to sleep when there is a rare muggy night.

Bathrooms:
Main Floor:
Bathroom #1: Attached to Master bedroom- Full bath with shower, Jacuzzi tub, sink, toilet
Bathroom #2: Attached to second bedroom, toilet and sink
2nd Floor:
Bathroom #3: Full bath, shower, toilet, and sink

Beach/Swimming: Yes! Private dock right across road in front of property where you can swim from. Public beach 1/4 mile down the road as well. Water depth at the bank ranges from 8-12'' at the bank and gradually gets deeper to about 3-4 ft at the end of the dock.

Bedroom Configuration:
Bedroom #1: 1st floor-Master bedroom with queen size bed and one twin bed
Bedroom #2: 1st floor- Twin size bed (with a bathroom)
Bedroom #3: 2nd floor- 2 Twin size beds (no specific door)
Bedroom #4: 2nd floor- Queen size bed
*Additional Sleeping Area (Bedroom #5) : 3rd floor- Loft room- 2 Twin size beds and one queen bed which serves as additional storage space as well with plywood floors, walls and storage shelves.

Boats: We have a kayak, row boat available from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
If you need additional equipment, here are some nearby rental places:
Walloon Lake: https://www.tommyswalloon.com/we-offer-boat-kayak-SUP--rentals
Boyne City: http://boynewatersports.com/
Gaylord: http://www.actionoutdoorrentals.com/
For fishing, camping, boating, outdoor supplies: Jay's Sporting Goods in Gaylord.

Boat Launch: Public boat launch 1/4 mile from cottage

Cable/Satellite TVs: No there is not traditional cable or satellite available

Cell phone service: Most cell providers don't work well at the lake house due to hills around the lake. AT&T has the best coverage at the house. Cell phones work great if you get away from the hill, about ½ mile from the house, or in the middle of the lake (keep the phone dry)! Verizon gets limited service, AT&T gets 3 bars.

Distances: * Boyne Mountain: 20 min.
* Gaylord: 15 min.
* Petoskey: 25 min.
* Charlevoix: 40 min.
* Mackinac Bridge: 1 hour

Dock: Yes, available from approximately Memorial Day through mid-September only. The steps going down to the dock can be hard for people with mobility.

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties nearby, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at Freshwater property locations for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if they are legal in that city. If you do not follow these rules you will be asked to leave immediately. Fireworks are also not permitted to be used on the dock.

Fireplace: Yes, wood burning

Fire-pit: Yes, portable. Please bring firewood.

Fishing: Yes, from the dock or from the row boat!

Grocery Store: Meijer & Walmart in Gaylord, 15 min. away.

Internet: Property has fiber optic high-speed internet!

Linens: Yes, we provide you with basic sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are particular about the thread count of your sheets, let us know, and we will make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets.

Parking: The driveway is relatively short and on a slope. No more than 4 vehicles on property. No large RVs or trailers to be parked on the property. Please do not park on neighbors property.

Pets: Up to 2 dogs (less than 25 lbs. each) are welcome! Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/PER PET for your entire stay. Please note while we do accept pets, this is not an ideal place for pets, as there is no fenced yard and a moderately traveled road (unpaved) is in front of the property, between the house and the lake. Dogs must be on a leash at ALL times.

Privacy/ Neighbors: Outdoor privacy is limited. Neighbor cottages are very close. Neighbors are sensitive to noise. Please be respectful of quiet hours between 10 pm - 8 am. No more than 2 dogs at any time.

Restaurant Recommendations:
*The Barrell Back Restaurant on Walloon Lake (about a 20 minute drive; the owner's favorite!): https://www.barrel-back.com/
*Alpine Tavern & Eatery in Gaylord, MI. http://https://www.alpinetavernandeatery.com/
*B.C. Pizza in Gaylord, MI. https://www.bcpizzagaylord.com/
*The Whippy Dip in Vanderbilt, MI. Great ice cream treats!
*Mary's Stein House in Gaylord, MI. (German themed restaurant)
*Abi's Bistro in Gaylord, MI (American food, great for breakfast!)
*City Park Grill in Petoskey, MI
*Bridge Street Tap Room in Charlevoix

Smoking: No smoking allowed of any kind, on the property.

Space: Multi level older cottage. This is not generally a space for people who have allergies.

Towels: Yes, we provide bath towels, hand towels and washcloths. It's always good to bring extra though.

Tunnel of Trees: Michigan's Tunnel of Trees is a 20-mile stretch of State Highway M-119 along the coast of Lake Michigan. It begins in Cross Village and goes south to Harbor Springs. It is around a 20-minute drive without stopping and will take around 40 minutes. Please plan for 4-5 hours to get out of your vehicle to explore and get the full experience of Michigan's beautiful fall colors!

Washer and dryer: Yes, detergent provided

Wood: Not provided