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Welcome to The Cottage on Heart Lakr
Heart Lake is all sports but the bay in front of the cabin is no-wake.
From the south, turn right after you see this, at the next driveway
Exterior
The large front porch overlooks the lake, great for kid watching

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
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 State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪45 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

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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 sledging and snowmobiling.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Big Bradford Lake - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 35 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 36 min drive - 62.4 km
  • Torch Lake - 45 min drive - 65.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bennethum's Northern Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Keg Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Porter Haus - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Belle Iron Grille - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gobblers of Waters - ‬3 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 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Big Bradford Lake and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Otsego Lake State Park. Marsh Ridge Golf Course and Natural Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Family weekend birthday fun!

Fun setup for us all and we enjoyed the lake kayaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

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

Peaceful

LaHahnns:We enjoyed our stay at your cozy cottage. It was very clean and quiet. My husband enjoyed the paddle board. The view of the lake was great! 
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

whitney c.

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

Amazing!

Our stay here was great! Communication was awesome and they were super helpful with anything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

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

Relaxing visit

Cozy and clean cottage. Hosts were exceptional. We enjoyed using their boat with trolling motor.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

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

Beautiful cottage on a beautiful lake

This cottage was so beautiful and had everything we needed! The owners were amazing and communication with them was amazing! We stay up at Heart Lake every year for the last 8 years and we were so happy with this experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

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

Wonderful experience!

Great lakefront getaway for our family! The home was very clean and plenty of room for our family of five. Wonderful extras including a boat with an electric motor, kayaks as well as paddle boards for our use. Close proximity to golf and dining. Hosts were very hospitable and easily accessible. Would absolutely enjoy visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Beautiful Heart Lake Cottage

Great property from Tom and Lynette. The home was impecably clean, well appointed, and in a great location. The Iron Belle trail is just across the street, and an easy ride to Waters for dinner or ice cream. Everyone enjoyed the record collection and huge selection of board games in the loft. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best lake experience! This lake cottage was perfect for our families Michigan lake getaway. It's located on Heart Lake which is a quiet private lake just on the edge of Gaylord. Tom was a gem of a host and made us feel so welcome! The cabin is comfortable and equipped with everything you need, but the true magic is from the private dock. There are paddle boards and kayaks to use complete with life vests and we could not get our boys off the lake. A perfect experience for us "out of towners" looking to live lake life for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

So Relaxing!

My wife & I had a wonderful and relaxing stay at the cottage. Everything we could need was provided, and the owners Tom & Lynette were friendly and responsive to any need. The cottage was immaculate when we arrived and it was easy to find everything we needed, and everything we needed for, say, cooking, was readily available. Loved sitting down by the water at the beginning and end of the day, and paddleboarding out on the lake was a real treat.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry W.

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

Picture Perfect!

We loved our stay on Heart Lake! The cottage was clean, cute, comfy and stocked with everything we needed. Tom and Lynnette are so friendly and accomodating. We loved kayaking and paddleboarding every morning, swimming to the floating dock, having bonfires every night, and just enjoying the sheer beauty of the lake. So relaxing and enjoyable! Lots of great restaurants locally and a nice walking/bike path across the street for morning exercise. It was a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian P.

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

Fun on the lake

Super cute “cottage” on Heart Lake. The property was spotless and the hosts were very accommodating, asking us to make sure to contact them if we needed anything. We didn’t need anything. Everything was already there at our fingertips. The weather was wonderful and we were able to make full use of the kayaks. Heart Lake is crystal clear and a pleasure to kayak on, as it has a no wake area and is quite quiet even in the area where a wake is allowed. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

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

Heart Lake fun

The Cottage was immaculate when we arrived. Check in process was so easy and the owners (Tom and Lynnette) couldn't have been nicer. My three boys loved the loft sleeping area and quickly took it over as their domain! They enjoyed played records on the record player. There was such a great variety from which to choose. We spent most days on the lake, fishing (wish there were more fish to catch), kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. The Cottage was very close to the town of Gaylord, which was convenient for grocery shopping and dining out. We enjoyed the bike path right across the street. The house was stocked with all the things you would need (and more!) to make your stay more enjoyable. The one thing that will stick in our minds is the unforgettable view from the deck and patio. Waking up to that every day was magical! Thank you, Tom and Lynnette for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Awesome lake cottage

We had a wonderful time on Heart Lake. This property was set up wonderfully, plenty of room and it provided every necessity we could ask for. Our family enjoyed plenty of fishing, swimming, paddling, and soaking up the last of summer's sunshine. What a perfect get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

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

Beautiful, calm and so clean!

Beautiful little piece of paradise! Property was clean, beach was clean, cottage was stocked with all the essentials! We are excited to get back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mira C.

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

Excellent family vacation!

We had a fantastic time at The Cottage! Tom and Lynnette are great hosts - super helpful and responsive to our questions. The house is extremely well appointed with every amenity necessary. The kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked, plenty of linens and towels. Beds are comfortable. The huge book collection was a welcome bonus for our kids, and the record collection was a lot of fun. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle board every day and had a great bonfire in the fire pit. In the area, we enjoyed Roscommon Zoo and Coopersville, but we also had a great full day just staying at the house on the lake, boating and swimming! We would definitely return to this great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Perfect Cottage in great location!

My sisters, Mom and I booked this darling cottage for an annual girls trip and had so much fun! The cottage was super cute and clean, in a fantastic location on quiet Heart Lake! The hosts were wonderful, thoughtful and accommodating and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Thanks, Lynette & Tom:)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

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

Wonderful Girls Weekend

7 of us stayed for mini girls weekend. House was as described and very well stocked. Very clean inside . Owners took care of anything we inquired about and was always a text away. Highly recommend getting a massage with Lynette. She was awesome and it was so relaxing. Only thing I would recommend is a tv in bedroom. we had great weather and was able to use all the kayaks and paddle board. Thanks for everything Tom and Lynette. Hope to see you again in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

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

Expectations exceeded

Wonderful location. Great cottage for little kids with the shallow water depth 20 yards off shore. Super clean property inside and out. Wonderful floor plan for kids with the loft and beds upstairs. Hosts were very kind and helpful. Definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George F.

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

Perfect family setting.

Loved the property, lots of activities for kids and teens, very comfortable venue. All our teens asked how we found such a great place to stay. Loved every moment.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

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

Beautiful lakefront cottage

Our family had a great long weekend at Lynnette and Tom’s home on Heart Lake! We swam, did cannon balls off the raft, kayaked, paddle boarded, hiked, barbecued, played cards and fished!:-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

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

Exactly as Described - Better than Expected

The house, location, and amenities were exactly as described. The house was very clean and well maintained. We've rented cottages in the past and this one was the most up to date, clean, and comfortable. The house provided everything we needed for our week stay. The kids had a great time in the water and we all enjoyed the kayaks, row boat, and paddle board. We even rented a pontoon boat on our hottest day. The lake isn't very large which means it was never too busy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

What a great relaxing Labor Day weekend!

Caught my largest Large Mouth Bass ever and several nice trout. Great kayaking and fishing lake. Cottage and owners were lovely people and the place was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAREN H.

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

Great place for a family vacation

Easy to rent, just as pictured. Our family appreciated the attention to detail and extras. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

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

Comfortable getaway for a ladies weekend

What a beautiful property! The place was extremely clean, comfortable, close enough to restaurants and shops and had great amenities. Lynette was very accommodating, kind and helpful. My cousins and I enjoyed the peaceful and gorgeous setting, the fire pit and kayaks on the quiet lake. The beds were comfortable and clean. Thank you so much for having us, we will most definitely look into booking again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asa D.

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

Great family getaway

Clean property with plenty of room for our family of five. Kayaks, paddle board, and row boat for water activities. Great location - only 10 minutes from Gaylord for restaurants and shopping. Hosts were communicative and responsive. Will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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:

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