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Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits

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rec room with Big Buck Arcade and Golden tee with other various games
Game room offers a Queen futon
new addition 4/14/26. sandy beach patio
natural Creek. note: water levels will change with the season = wildlife
view from across the ravine. natural Creek runs through

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Beaverton, MI
  • Place, Sanford Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Midland Mall
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Midland Center for the Arts
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits

Enjoy a beautiful cottage on “Wixom Lake”. If you are not familiar with the area, in May 2020 dams failed changing the landscape. Although there currently is no water this retreat will provide you a unique getaway. Our home sits on one of the “fingers” of Wixom Lake and currently has a small stream running through. There is a ton to enjoy on the property and the surrounding area. 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths, rec room (with a pool table, arcade games, dart board, bar, tv., etc) a sandy oasis, Weber BBQ Grill, indoor Jacuzzi hot tub and a ton more!

Full exclusive use of the home, deck, patio, two fire pits, grill, yard games, dartboard, pool table, arcade games, Xbox, basketball hoop and indoor hot tub. 1 bedroom has a queen bed with attached full bath. 2nd bedroom is a full bed with a single top bunk. The living room has 2 sofa couches that can sleep 4. There is a Jacuzzi brand hot tub in the sun room. All buildings on the property have heat and a/c. Other things to note there is WiFi and four smart TVs (living room, both bedrooms and rec room) ran by Firestick and/or Roku. The indoor hot tub fits two adults. Use of two kayaks are included that can be taken to nearby sites.. **As mentioned, water is not accessible but a natural creek runs through. You will notice in the pictures this water level changes seasonally** We are on a small septic drain field so we ask that guests limit using the hot tub once per day. **Our base rate includes up to 4 guests. To cover additional linens and cleaning, groups of 5 or 6 are welcome for an additional fee of $10 per night per guest.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
$50/stay. Light shedding and barking
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our base rate includes up to 4 guests. Groups of 5 or 6 are welcome for an additional fee of $10 per night per guest

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2504567vb
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

About the area

Beaverton

Located in Beaverton, this cottage is near a water park. Beaverton Schools Nature Area and Gladwin County Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Northern Lanes Recreation and Dow Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Midland Center for the Arts and Plymouth Park Fun Zone. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Beaverton, MI

What's nearby

  • Sanford Lake - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Gladwin School Nature Area - 19 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Midland Mall - 26 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Midland Center for the Arts - 29 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Dow Gardens - 30 min drive - 44.0 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beaverton Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Downtown Diner and Pizzeria - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Big R's Pump & Party - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Juicy Bone - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits?

As of 11 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits on 7 Jun, 2026 start from S$252, 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 Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Up North Retreat - hot tub - pool table -arcade- sandy oasis- fire pits located?

Located in Beaverton, this family-friendly cottage is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Sanford Lake, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Northern Lanes Recreation and Swan Lake. Beaverton Schools Nature Area and Gladwin County Recreation Area are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

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

Great Stay

Nice of very thoughtful touches made this a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The home was exceptionally clean and beautifully decorated for Christmas, which made it feel so cozy and festive. The hosts were incredibly thoughtful and clearly put a lot of care into making sure the house had everything you could possibly need. Everything was well taken care of and exactly as described. We truly enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
the hosts had great , property is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Wonderful place

Nice size excellent game room Good size yard Made it a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Relaxing, family get away

Cute, clean , quiet get-away. The property is well maintained, inside and out. The cottage was well stocked with all the daily necessities. The game room and yard games kept everyone, especially the kids, entertaining.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick c.

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

Clean, spacious, and family friendly

The host made access easy. The home was clean. The detached rec room was great. The host was responsive and easy to communicate with. The area is quiet and beautiful. I highly recommend the stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Great experience!

This location is clean, well kept and had thought of all the details. Our trip was seamless and absolutely met our needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri R.

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

Cozy get away

Perfect place for a cozy weekend. The weather was not the greatest but the hot tub, rec room, games and TV were all a bonus for family time away from home. We were especially happy to be able to bring our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Perfect getaway!

I was so impressed with this getaway! The place was spotless and full of amenities! I particularly enjoyed the hot tub. I also appreciated the history of the dam break. I am looking forward to returning when the dam is fixed! The game room was also a lot of fun. Even without the waterfront, this was such a great place to stay! The hosts were very accommodating and the late check out was greatly appreciated! I highly recommend booking your getaway here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Wonderful stay!

My husband and I came here for our 15 year Anniversary. It was a wonderful stay. Very clean and comfortable. The surrounding houses were close but it was very quiet and relaxing. It had most everything you would need for preparing food as well as coffe options. The Jacuzzi tub was just amazing! We used it nearly twice a day the entire time we were there. The game room was a lot of fun for just chilling out. We were a little dissapointed as we had no way to Kyak since the river is no longer there for the time being as that wasn't indicated on the site. But otherwise we were 100% satisfied and talked about coming back with our kids at some time! We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2024
Thank you for your review and kind things you wrote. We're disappointed with the lake situation as well and excited for its return. We look forward to hosting you again with a repeat discount. We will try to make it more clear within our description that the water is not accessible at this time and more pictures showing the different water levels we get throughout the seasons.
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful home and experience! Booked this cottage for three nights for my fiances birthday and did not disappoint. The home was so cozy and clean. The rec room is awesome and very entertaining. The owners go as far as keeping glasses in the freezer for ice cold chilled drinks. I highly recommend this cottage for a nice R&R! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Wonderful Time Spent With Family

My husband and I were in the area visiting our son and his wife and their 3 week old baby. The house was perfect for us. Spacious and well appointed . We stayed in most of the six days we were there and cooked. The kitchen was so well stocked, there wasn’t anything my husband, the chef of the family, needed. We especially loved The Toasted Toad “bar” which was a perfect addition when you’re traveling with an infant and can’t go out to a real bar. Pool table, dart board, TV. We had many memorable nights at the Toasted Toad. Honorable mention goes to the fire pit . Coming from Florida it was nice to have a fire in the middle of the summer. Great time bonding with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

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