Wheeler Lake House: Wheeler Lake Snowmobile Getaway | Ride from the House | Sleeps 7

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A cabin with a deck, surrounded by trees and a garden with rocks and a bird bath.
A dining area with a view of a lake and a grill outside.
A wooden building with a stone facade, a front porch, and a staircase leading to a door.
A living room with a dark leather sofa, a wooden dining table, and a stone accent wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a window overlooking a snowy landscape.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Kalkaska, MI
  • Place, Twin Birch Golf Course
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandview Golf Club
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bunk house

1 Single Bunk Bed

main house

1 Queen Bed

Main house

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Kalkaska

Located in Kalkaska, this cabin is on the waterfront. Grandview Golf Club and Twin Birch Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and Grass River Natural Area. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Kalkaska, MI

What's nearby

  • Twin Birch Golf Course - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Grandview Golf Club - 23 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Torch Lake - 29 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 30 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Turtle Creek Casino - 30 min drive - 41.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casa Nueva - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wheeler Lake House: Wheeler Lake Snowmobile Getaway | Ride from the House | Sleeps 7 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wheeler Lake House: Wheeler Lake Snowmobile Getaway | Ride from the House | Sleeps 7?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wheeler Lake House: Wheeler Lake Snowmobile Getaway | Ride from the House | Sleeps 7 on 25 Apr 2027 start from £346, 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 at Wheeler Lake House: Wheeler Lake Snowmobile Getaway | Ride from the House | Sleeps 7?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wheeler Lake House: Wheeler Lake Snowmobile Getaway | Ride from the House | Sleeps 7?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wheeler Lake House: Wheeler Lake Snowmobile Getaway | Ride from the House | Sleeps 7?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wheeler Lake House: Wheeler Lake Snowmobile Getaway | Ride from the House | Sleeps 7 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Grandview Golf Club, Crawford Lake and Twin Birch Golf Course. Smith Lake and Timber Wolf Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent - lake house as described

Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2024
We're glad you had a wonderful stay Adam. You were great guest and we'd love working with you again! -Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wheeler lake house

Amazing place have stayed here 3 times absolutely no complaints from me
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2025
Chad, thank you so much for your loyalty and kind words! We're thrilled you’ve enjoyed your stays with us. You’re an amazing guest, and we look forward to hosting you again for stay number four! - Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peaceful and quiet very clean had almost everything we needed for a 5 day stay except food witch was noy a problem grocerys near by beach area could use a little more cleaning out of weeds other than that a awesome stay will definitely be going back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wheeler lake house

We enjoyed our stay completely . We were very comfortable and pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2022
Rebecca, we're glad that you enjoyed your stay and that you were comfortable. We'd love to have you come back again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lake get away

Very quiet and cozy lakefront stay. Plenty to do around the cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Franklin, we're happy to know that you had a good getaway! We appreciate what respectful guests you were, and we hope to host you again. -Claire, FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin

Great private location. Kids had fun. Lots of turtles and turkeys!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2023
Philip, there is nothing better than turtles and turkeys! We're glad that you had a great stay, and we hope that you come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded Perfection

The location and cabin were just what my friends and I were looking for. It had everything we needed and as listed. We thoroughly enjoyed the paddleboat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review Kate! We're so glad the cabin and location were perfect for your getaway and that you enjoyed the paddleboat. You were fantastic guests, and we’d love to host you again! -Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family loved our stay at the Wheeler lake cabin. The charm starts with the lake itself. Waking up and taking in the beauty and serenity of the lake truly sets it apart. We really enjoyed using the boats to explore the lake and take in more of the view. Our kids also loved catching frogs and turtles on the shallow dock. There was no traffic noise, the other residents were quiet and there was really nothing to spoil the calm of the environment. There are a couple of trade-offs to be aware of. First the property is reached by a driving 2 miles on a dirt road. Also, the cabin is cleaned well, but it is older and bath fixtures are a little temperamental. The experience really out weighed those things and we already want to plan our next visit back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re thrilled your family enjoyed the peaceful lake setting, exploring by boat, and making special memories with the kids. We truly appreciate your understanding of the cabin’s rustic charm and are so happy to hear you’re already looking forward to coming back! -Van, FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2024
So happy to hear you had a wonderful stay! We loved having you and would be honored to have you back again in the future. Sincerely, Cara Owner, Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family mini vacation

Location was wonderful. Neighbors were friendly. Quiet throughout our stay. Only minor problems discovered in cabin. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2024
Jody, we would love to host you again! We're glad that the location worked well for your mini family vacation. You were great guests, and we look forward to your return. -Claire, FVR
Verified review

4/10 Poor

The cottage was not well maintained
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2026
Thank you for being great guests and for sharing your concerns with us. This is a classic, old-school cabin along Wheeler Lake, and I hear your feedback regarding the areas that did not feel as well-maintained as they should. I’m going to make a conscientious effort to dig deeper into those concerns and determine where improvements need to be made. Your perspective is helpful, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it. We wish you the very best in your future travels and hope you’ll consider staying at another Freshwater Vacation Rentals property listed on VRBO in the future. We have a wide variety of homes and styles—some with that classic cabin character and others that are much more updated. We’d love the opportunity to help you find one that is a better fit for you next time. Sincerely, Cara Owner, Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wheeler Lake House

Owners and rental property company were very responsive with issues that arose during the stay and we’re very friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2022
Tina, thank you for your kind words for the staff at FVR. We appreciate it and hope to work with you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

amazing getaway house

we where very happy with our stay it was an amazing home it felt like home every amenity we needed to stay for 8 days this is our second time renting and will always use freshwater rentals thank you so much for an amazing experience
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Steven, thanks for your kind words about FVR! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Wheeler Lake House. It is located in Kalkaska, MI on Wheeler Lake and sleeps 7. It's great for snowmobilers because you can ride right from the house. It's also the perfect place to go to unwind, because it is quiet, peaceful, and serene.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location but dirty

Great location, good fishing, very quiet. Needs a through cleaning from top to bottom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun 2024
Thank you sharing with us your perspective. I'm glad you liked the location and the atmosphere, plus had a good fishing experience. Still, I'm very disappointed to hear that our housekeeper did not meet what your expectations. We will be re-training and reviewing our cleaning check-list with her. It is an older cottage, yet still there is no excuse. We didn't know you were unhappy with the clean during your stay, or we would have offered to send someone out to re-clean. Still, it should be right the 1st time. My apologies. We hope you consider returning again in the future. Sincerely, Cara Owner, Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

The house was perfect. We loved the view of the lake and the kitchen was well equipped. The separate bunkhouse is great for kids. The check in info was also very thorough and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2021
Jimmy , we love hearing that the house was perfect. It was great having you as our guest, and we hope to work with you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful getaway

The cabin was well stocked and provided all that we needed. Truly appreciated the boats and kayaks. The lake was just the right size to paddle around and enjoy the wildlife. Very peaceful and serene. Owners have done a great job providing a great experience. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2023
John, we're glad that you had a great experience at Wheeler Lake House, and we look forward to your return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rental

It was a great rental
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2024
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay, Elizabeth . You were wonderful guests, and we’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime! -Van FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for relaxing

This was a great place to unwind for a long weekend. The hosts were friendly and responsive, we had family of all ages (10 of us total) and we al had a great time. The water front property was gorgeous in the morning and evening to sit out by , and the paddle boat and row boat were a special touch. Overall it was a great time .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2022
Tiffany, we love hearing that you were able to relax and unwind, and that you had fun! We hope to work with you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing site with fabulous view

Enjoyed the lake and the wildlife and the peaceful surroundings. Furniture was comfy and supplies plentiful. The bathroom could use some TLC and the whole place more thorough cleaning. Would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2022
Jim, we're glad that you enjoyed the peacefulness ad that you hope to return! Please know that the working with us, if ever something is not up to your standards, contact us, and we will take care of the issue.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Ok.. location was good.fishing.great..stuck dryed food on most of home.frig.tub looked to never been cleaned.fire the cleaner..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2025
I’m so glad you loved the fishing on Wheeler Lake! The cottage was indeed cleaned prior to your arrival, but I’m truly sorry it wasn’t cleaned to the level it should have been. We always strive for our cottages to be perfectly clean. You’re absolutely right—while it is an older home, nothing should ever be stuck on the floors or tables. The iron in the water does make the tub look unclean at times. The cleaners normally use Iron Out. There is very hard well water at the cottage. I wish we would have known about your experience during your stay; with your permission, we would have gladly sent another cleaner over to take care of it while you were out enjoying your time on the lake. I appreciate your feedback, even though it stings a bit. It helps us continue improving and striving to make every guest experience ideal. Warm regards, Cara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

After a few days of non-stop driving and activities, this was the perfect place to unwind and relax. Didn't have to find walking trails because we could just go out the door for our 5-mile walk. Beautiful setting and so quiet and peaceful. We liked it so much we booked it again for later in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2021
Cheryl, we are so happy you found us and can't wait to have you back at the end of summer! -Freshwater Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wheeler lake house

It was awesome. It was our 2nd year and we love it . The location and privacy are awesome. The accommodations are exactly what we needed. Over all a great experience. Love the kayaks and boats . Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2023
Rebecca, we love our returning guests! We're glad that you had another great experience, and we hope to see you back for a 3rd year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to getaway with family

I recently spent some time at this property with my family and we could not have been happier with our stay. My kids loved fishing off the dock, swimming in the shallow warm water, and watching the wildlife. It was so peaceful we kept forgetting that town was only 10 minutes away if we needed anything. The kitchen really was fully stocked with any dishes or utensils you could need and we cooked several full meals with ease. If you’re looking for a place to connect with family and nature, this is the perfect option.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2022
Nicole, fishing, swimming and watching wildlife sounds like a perfect vacation. We're glad that you spent it with us and we hope that you return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Relaxing space

The area was relaxing and the house was good. It needs a little TLC and some cleaning that everyone’s house needs. The lighter in the grill didn’t work but the gas stove and a candle gets that job done. All in all it was a good place to stay and very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Ryan! We're so glad you found the house relaxing and enjoyable. Just an update, the grill is now in working order for future stays. You were fantastic guests, and we truly appreciate you making the best of everything. We'd love to host you again! - Van, FVR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love,love,love

Wheeler lake house was amazing for out annual cousin weekend! The lake was beautiful and there was no water traffic. We basically had the whole lake to ourselves! The neighbors were also wonderful and very helpful! The house had all of the necessities. Overall we had a great weekend at wheeler lake house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2022
Ashley, we love that you came to Wheeler Lake House for your annual cousin's weekend! We're glad that you had fun, and we'd hope to see you again.
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