Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More

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A wooden deck with a white railing overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
A white cabin with a wooden deck and stairs leading to a porch.
A multi-level interior with exposed brickwork, white railings, and a staircase.
A bedroom with a bunk bed, a wooden dresser, and a brick fireplace.
A lakeside seating area with a covered grill, chairs, and a sandy path.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washer and dryer.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Big Bradford Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More

This all season Cottage on Heart Lake is well taken care of by Tom and Lynnette who live next door. Renovations and/or updates are made each year. Central air conditioning system added in 2021. We take pride in ensuring your stay is enJOYable and held to the highest cleaning standards that are safe to both the environment and man. We are pet free to maintain the cleanest environment. We love to keep up our lawn and gardens, so during the warmer weather we discretely water early in the morning or while your away to respect your privacy.

Recreational Activities:

1) Snowmobiling: All major brands of snowmobiles are represented with franchises in Gaylord. Parts service and rentals are all available within 6 miles of the cottage. A major loop of the Michigan snowmobile trail system is 100 feet away from the front door.

2) Down Hill Skiing: Boyne mountai; Boyne Highlands; Tree Tops; Schuss; Shanty Creek; and the Otsego Club are all within a short to reasonable drive.

3) Cross Country Skiing or Hiking: Forbush; Pine Barrin; Aspen Park and the Pigeon River are all within a stones throw of the cottage. Maps and rental equipment is available.

4) Biking or walking: The Iron Bell Trail is right across the road that can take you all the way to Mackinaw City or just a Mile to the South for an Ice Cream cone downtown Waters.

5) Dining Out: There are many restaurants From Fredrick to Gaylord (within 9 miles) from German to Asian. There is a growing list in the manual left on the fireplace mantle.

6) Rainy Day Activities: Shopping downtown; Elk Viewing, Call of the Wild Museum; Sportsplex for indoor exercise
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
Exception have been considered
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 147693
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gaylord

Located in Gaylord, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Gaylord Discovery Center and Bavarian Falls Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Big Bradford Lake - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Otsego Lake - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Marsh Ridge Golf Course - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 9 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bennethum's Northern Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Pig Smokehouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Belle Iron Grille - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wholesome Dine-or-Dash - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Louie's Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More located?

Located in the heart of Gaylord, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Big Bradford Lake, Otsego Lake and Otsego Lake State Park. Marsh Ridge Golf Course and Lake Tecon are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Lynnette LaHahnn

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We are so happy you may join us on this treasure of a lake. We love to meet new guests and make your stay unforgetable. In 2021, Tom left his over 50 year career as the owner of the downtown Gaylord Buick/GMC Dealership that his parents bought in the 60's. Lynnette came to Gaylord after retiring as a Public Health Director in 2012 and in 2021 joined Tom in what they love to do together: spending time enJOYing the great outdoors working in the yard and gardens that includes the growing fruit farm just to the South.

Why they chose this property

Easy to find, central to all of Northern Michigan, well maintained, beautiful setting any season and reasonably priced.

What makes this property unique

We live next door for answers or help with any mechanical issue. The sunrise over the deck is fabulous on the 10th deepest in-land lake in Michigan.

Languages:

English

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