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Lakeside Log Home, fireplace, snowmobile trails, parking, skiing, dog-friendly
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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 11
Popular amenities
Explore the area

gaylord, MI
- Place, Pine Baron Pathway9 min drive
- Place, Gaylord Country Club14 min drive
- Place, Gaylord Discovery Center16 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Double Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lakeside Log Home, fireplace, snowmobile trails, parking, skiing, dog-friendly
The Wild Winds is a winter wonderland! Stay in this rustic, cozy log home at the Wild Winds that we call the “Junior” cabin (built in the 1950’s). Snowmobile trails start at the top of our driveway. Cross-country ski on our 70 acres of private trails, or visit groomed county trails only a couple of miles away. Ski downhill courses such as Treetops or Boyne Mountain, each only about half an hour away. Or simply enjoy the pristine beauty of our acres of pine forest in their winter frosting!
There is room to park a trailer here.
“Junior’ cabin has 2 all-season bedrooms and a 3-season back bedroom and sleeps 7-11, and it has a fireplace!
Our other vacation cabin is called “Honeymoon” (VRBO 298533) The log homes are right on Wequas Lake, and our beautiful private lake is just a short walk into the woods.
Both homes come equipped with satellite TV, washer, dryer, full kitchen and 1 bath. FREE Hi-SPEED INTERNET. The price is the same for either log home. In July and August we rent by the week (Saturday to Saturday) There is $100 cleaning fee, and well-behaved dogs are permitted for an additional fee.
There are a total of four homes at the Wild Winds; the Lodge (where my niece lives), the Dorm (my house) and two vacation log homes.
Thinking ahead to other seasons?
The Wild Winds is a nature lover’s paradise all year round. We offer many trails for hiking and/or biking. Enjoy fishing, boating and relaxing on the lake and beach, just steps from your rustic cabin. Or spend time at our private pond (actually a small lake) nestled in the woods, for swimming and canoeing. Or for a little more excitement the Wild Winds is only 7-8 Miles from world class golfing, shopping, restaurants and other sporting lakes. If you like to take short day trips you could go to Petoskey to see beautiful Lake Michigan, or spend your day at Mackinac Island.
There is room to park a trailer here.
“Junior’ cabin has 2 all-season bedrooms and a 3-season back bedroom and sleeps 7-11, and it has a fireplace!
Our other vacation cabin is called “Honeymoon” (VRBO 298533) The log homes are right on Wequas Lake, and our beautiful private lake is just a short walk into the woods.
Both homes come equipped with satellite TV, washer, dryer, full kitchen and 1 bath. FREE Hi-SPEED INTERNET. The price is the same for either log home. In July and August we rent by the week (Saturday to Saturday) There is $100 cleaning fee, and well-behaved dogs are permitted for an additional fee.
There are a total of four homes at the Wild Winds; the Lodge (where my niece lives), the Dorm (my house) and two vacation log homes.
Thinking ahead to other seasons?
The Wild Winds is a nature lover’s paradise all year round. We offer many trails for hiking and/or biking. Enjoy fishing, boating and relaxing on the lake and beach, just steps from your rustic cabin. Or spend time at our private pond (actually a small lake) nestled in the woods, for swimming and canoeing. Or for a little more excitement the Wild Winds is only 7-8 Miles from world class golfing, shopping, restaurants and other sporting lakes. If you like to take short day trips you could go to Petoskey to see beautiful Lake Michigan, or spend your day at Mackinac Island.
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well-behaved dogs OK--$50 for one; $75 for two
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside only
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Gaylord
Located in Gaylord, this cabin is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Otsego Lake State Park and Pine Baron Pathway, while Otsego County Historical Museum and Call of the Wild Museum are cultural highlights. Otsego County Sportsplex and Gaylord Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

gaylord, MI
What's nearby
- Pine Baron Pathway - 9 min drive - 3.8 km
- Gaylord Country Club - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
- Bavarian Falls Park - 16 min drive - 10.3 km
- Gaylord Discovery Center - 16 min drive - 10.0 km
- Otsego County Sportsplex - 16 min drive - 9.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 15 min drive
- Five Guys - 14 min drive
- Marathon Gas & SUBWAY - 13 min drive
- Qdoba Mexican Eats - 15 min drive
- Culver's - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window7.8/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
8.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
17 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joshua C.
19 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joshua C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
21 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Zachary V.
10 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zachary V.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
judy g.
13 Oct, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication




judy g.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenden W.
2 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and enjoy some fishing!!!


Brenden W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas S.
15 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowmobile trip
Nicholas S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
lizmarie n.
19 Nov, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved
lizmarie n.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Tracy A.
10 Sept, 2018
Recommend this close to town. But private
Tracy A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric E.
11 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great secluded getaway
Eric E.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin G.
15 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite and Peaceful
Kevin G.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
CraigDeborah H.
13 Feb, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great memories
CraigDeborah H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
STACEY C.
22 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful scenery
STACEY C.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Julie W.
13 Jul, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing!
Julie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Joseph
23 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Joseph
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Molly B.
12 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
rustic cabin in nature
Molly B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
2/10 Terrible
FED Corporation L.
12 Jun, 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
FED Corporation L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
17 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway from life
Megan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Mike S.
23 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away with a few leaks from roof
Mike S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie L.
2 Jan, 2019
Owners greeted us on arrival, very friendly people
Stephanie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara P.
18 Jun, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a stress free experience
Sara P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina P.
28 Nov, 2018
Comfy place to relax
Christina P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Martin H.
10 Feb, 2018
A few updates and this will be a great cabin.
Martin H.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tony K.
3 Feb, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice rustic getawy near Gaylord
Tony K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
5 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner is great!
Michael D.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
About the host
Hosted by Rokko Jans
Why they chose this property
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