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Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room

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Games room
Games room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony
  • Arcade/game room

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Mancelona, MI
  • Place, Gaylord Country Club
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Lower Flat Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Lower Flat Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper Flat Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Upper Flat Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Laundry Room 1/2 Bath

Toilet

Lower Flat Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upper Flat Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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About this property

Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room

This is NOT a party house! This is our family's vacation home that we want to share with other families.

Guests of the Lodge can enjoy all of the amenities of the Lakes of the North association including miles of trails for snowmobiles, atv’s and side by sides. There are also a beach, playground, a winter sports area, golf course & restaurant.

Knotty Pine throughout the flat give it a great lodge feel. New furniture, including beds in all 4 bedrooms and a brand new kitchens in both flats make this a great location.

An electric fireplace adds to the ambience of the living rooms in both the upper and lower flat as you unwind and watch Directv, enjoy the wifi or just sit and relax.

The attached game room is a great place to hangout as a family. Ping pong, basketball, foosball and a large game table make for the perfect place for a friendly family competition and an opportunity to make a lot of memories.

The upper deck is perfect for a cookout or just watching the sunset.

The large firepit has plenty of seating for those cool summer nights when all you want to do is roast marshmallows and tell stories.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Bag all garbage.
Clean all dishes.
Remove all food from fridge.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2136126vb
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room located?

This family-friendly Mancelona lodge is located in a rural location, 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Lake Arrowhead, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake Tecon and Starvation Lake. Blue Lake and Black Forest Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Spacious Renovated Lodge w/Private Game Room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Awesome property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maddie M.

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

Great place

This was a awesome place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

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

Extended Family Vacation

Perfect for out multiple family vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you'd need to have a great vacation inside & out. Our extended family had a perfect stay and took advantage of the large yard as well as the indoor game room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family girls weekend. The lodge was so clean! Everything was well maintained and well stocked! The game room was so much fun and we enjoyed a fire on the deck at night. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really great place! Two separate, comfortable kitchens and living rooms, plus multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. Everything was clean and cozy. The home was extremely well-appointed with coffee, utensils, soap, paper towels, and more. The awesome game room and deck/yard space were an added bonus. Excellent value—very comfortable and an easy place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well stocked with all the essentials. All the kitchen cooking amenities provided, Coffee, firewood, Absolutely perfect for our two families. Two full units separated by a game room, what could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M.

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

Christmas Getaway

We had a wonderful time at this property. There was plenty of space for our group of 13. Lots to keep the kids occupied and had everything we needed from a well stocked kitchen to linens/blankets & bathroom supplies. The house was very clean and cutely decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandi F.

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

Great basement!

What a fun basement and spacious cottage. Clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property allowed 13 of us (including 7 teenagers) to stay together as a family, have room to spread out, room to relax, and enjoy each others' company. The kitchens were well-stocked and the game room saw almost-constant use. The outdoor spaces (deck, patio, yard, firepit, and fireplace tables) made it easy to enjoy the beautiful Michigan summer weather.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thought we had access to the pool at the clubhouse, but when we got there they said we wernt members so they wanted us to pay 10 a head for the kids to swim, so we walked out sad, then ran into a great guy on a 4 wheeler that escorted us to the lake to talk to a man, and he let us swim only because we were with him,,, thanx ro the man on a 4 wheeler ,,, other than that mishap, this place is a phenomenal stay !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alysia B.

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

Perfect Family Vacation place

The house was great, owners were friendly and helpful and nearby when needed for the majority of our stay! The game room was perfect for the kids we had with us! Close swimming and fishing and everyone was able to have a good time! The house was very spacious and 3 bathrooms so there was never anyone waiting to use the bathroom and we had a full house for our stay!! Would definitely recommend this to friends or family and we hope to return in the future!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ICE -.

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

Excellent Property

We stayed here with five kids under 9. They loved all the games (ping pong, darts, Pac Man, basketball, badminton, corn hole, etc.). It was fantastic! It was incredibly organized and clean. I'm not sure I've stayed at a property as welcoming; almost every light switch was labeled and it had everything you would need. It was a great location, just up the road from the small neighborhood lake with a swim platform, beach, and playground. It's a little over an hour from both Sleeping Bear Dunes and Mackinac Island. The hosts were very responsive to questions. We didn't realize that the club house was closed on Tuesday and Thursday. We had hoped to rent some boats in the lake or swim there, but we were not able to do either because of scheduling and the club house being closed. Also, the layout worked great for us (essentially 4 families), but it wasn't clear to me from the photos or description how it was laid out : there is a lower flat with a bathroom, two bedrooms and kitchen/living are, a ground level entry way with the game room, bathroom, and laundry room, and then the upper floor has two more bedrooms, a bathroom, and kitchen/living area. We all enjoyed having our own space and it was large enough for us, but it is not a large open concept floor plan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nora G.

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

Family Retreat

This is a great location for a family getaway! It accommodates many and offers a great game room for entertainment. Owner was very responsive to our question. Very well maintained and relaxing atmosphere. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon V.

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

Beautiful. Northern property

Our stay was excellent. Everything from booking the rental, to the hospitality of the owners, was wonderful. Some of our guests took down the property information so that they could book it at a later date. I highly recommend this rental home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Perfect property

Clean, well thought-out property in a great location. House was well equipped from cooking utensils to back yard fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Libby Y.

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

Holiday Weekend Getaway

Our group of 10 had a wonderful time at the Bear Pause Lodge. The site had everything we could possibly need for dining and entertainment. The beds were comfortable. The location was beautiful and close by to Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne, and Grayling. The game room was a big hit with our crowd. We had everything we needed to relax and keep our kids entertained. The owner was very helpful and responded quickly to inquiries.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

The property was just as listed the home owners were very accommodating.

The location would be great for snowmobiling was a little tricky to find the ORV trails, but once the home owner led us in the right direction we had a lot of fun exploring. The clubhouse and pool area was very updated and beautiful. The house was very accommodating and well stocked would be great for couples with children also. We have stayed at a lot of VRBO houses and this one would rate high on our list…We are hoping to return this winter…Thanks to the home owners for playing close attention to the little things that mean so much…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy A.

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

Highly recommend!

Beautiful property! Clean and well maintained. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

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

We will come back!

Very nice place, lots of space, everything we needed, nice quiet location, easy check in
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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