Located in Watersmeet, this lodge is next to a golf course and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Sylvania Wilderness and Ottawa National Forest can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Gateway Lodge Golf Course. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
Ottawa National Forest Visitor Center - 31 min drive - 22.6 km
Getting around
Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 78 min drive
Restaurants
Brew's Pub - 33 min drive
Pine Cone Cafe - 33 min drive
The Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge - 35 min drive
Hillside Resort - 48 min drive
Melanie Mae’s Stage Shop - 33 min drive
About this property
Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach
Come and escape to this beautiful private lakefront retreat in Watersmeet, Michigan, just outside of Land O"Lakes, on Misery Bay on Beautiful Lac Vieux Desert. Situated on a peninsula with your own private 180-degree views of the bay. Expect incredible sunrises and sunsets that will absolutely take your breath away! You can be assured of peace and tranquility while watching the loons, eagles, otter and deer parade by in their natural splendor. Surrounded by the majestic Ottawa National Forest on the famous Lac Vieux Desert Lake- a 4,200-acre class A fishing lake. This property is set on an extremely private 3.3-acre parcel, where peace, quiet, and seclusion await you. With 4 warm and cozy bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and enough sleeping accommodations for up to 12 guests. This home is a great size, and layout for multiple families or groups traveling together. You and your family and friends will have plenty of room to spread out over 2,800-square-feet of comfortable living space, featuring rustic north woods decor, a nice open floor plan, and expansive windows throughout the dining and living room to admire the gorgeous lake views. Our home is equipped with WIFI. The large dining room table seats 10 for enjoyable family gatherings. Spend fun evenings and rainy days at home in the game room, which offers a bar, refrigerator, flat screen TV, pool table, ping pong table, and dartboard, to keep you entertained during your downtime. Outdoor features include a large deck with table and chairs, gas BBQ grill, lakeside campfire pit with firewood, volleyball/badminton net, basketball court, horseshoe pit, and 370 feet of awesome lake frontage, with your own private sandy beach. The flat lot offers easy access to the lake, and you’ll find great fishing off the massive 90-foot private dock! An aluminum boat, canoe, 2 kayaks, a standup paddleboard, fish cleaning station and clothes line are also available for your use. Life vests, floats and water toys, yard games, and plenty of camp chairs are provided!
Even though you may want to spend your time simply sitting back and relaxing, you’ll find an abundance of fun activities within very close proximity of the house. From the front yard, you can enjoy immediate access to fishing or canoeing, and the nearby snowmobile trails are accessible right off the lakefront - No need to drive anywhere to access the trail! In the area, the Lac Vieux Desert Band of Chippewa offers a beautiful casino complex with gambling, bingo, golf, and a good restaurant. The annual Indian Pow- Wow is held at the nearby Indian Village. Bond Falls is a short drive away and is a local favorite. If you’re interested in the nearby Paulding Mystery Light, Sylvania Wilderness Area, canoe or boat rentals, cross-country skiing, the Watersmeet Trout Hatchery, or the Ottawa National Forest Visitor Center, you will find information regarding these attractions inside the cabin. Within an hour’s drive, you can see the Old Victoria Mining Community, Caledonia Mine, Lake of the Clouds, Little Girl’s Point, multiple downhill ski hills, ski jumping areas, and many scenic drives. This house is the perfect central base to experience the entire western Upper Peninsula!
Key Residence Features: - Amenities include WIFI, a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable pillow-top beds, large new deck, massive 90-foot dock, gas BBQ grill, volleyball/badminton net, basketball court and 370 feet of lake frontage with private sandy beach - A 12-foot aluminum boat with oars, canoe, 2 kayaks, stand up paddleboard, life vests, camp chairs, and many other outdoor supplies are provided! - Extremely private, tranquil setting on the Lac Vieux Desert with close proximity to numerous activities and attractions - Deck/Patio: Is off the great room and kitchen which overlooks the lakefront. The deck has a BBQ grill, patio table with umbrella, covered cushioned glider swing. The patio has a picnic table. - Lawn: Large flat area for games and fun, horseshoe pit, volleyball net, basketball net is on the driveway. - Kitchen: Open concept kitchen with new modern stainless steel appliances, one refrigerator and microwave in the kitchen and one of each in the downstairs bar. Well stocked kitchen/pantry. Guests are welcome to use any items we have in the pantry or spice cabinet. - The property also includes a volleyball/badminton net, basketball hoop, and a dartboard. - The shallow waters in front of the house offer a fantastic place for children to swim and play!
Bedroom Configuration: - Master Bedroom (Moose Hollow): Queen-size pillow top Bed - Bedroom 2 (Oak Leaf Retreat): Queen-size pillow top Bed - Bedroom 3 (Wilderness Suite): Queen-size pillow top Bed - Bedroom 4 (Eagles Nest Bunkhouse): 2 sets of Twin-over-Twin Bunk Beds and 1 set of double over double bunk beds.
Policies: - No smoking - Owner provides and requires a signed rental agreement before entering the property. -Pets no longer allowed - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional cleaning fee and taxes apply - $25/night extra person fee for each guest over 8 - No large gatherings or parties allowed; unless agreed upon by owner. If you're found violating this agreement the renter can be evicted without a refund.
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
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Changeover day during the summer season is Friday.
Rental fee is for 8 people. There is a $25.00 per person, per night charge for any additional person, up to a maximum of 12 people.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4014576
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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
Is Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach?
As of 13 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach on 1 Sept, 2026 start from S$775, 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 Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach located?
Located in Watersmeet, this beachfront lodge is next to a golf course and within 1 mi (2 km) of Ottawa National Forest, Wisconsin River and Nicolet National Forest. Scout Lake and Hoist Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Secluded Lodge on Lac Vieux Desert 370 Feet of Lakefront-Private Beach Reviews
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Cabin was absolutely amazing! It was well stocked and we didn’t need much at all. Jeff was very helpful and accommodating! He always responded almost immediately to the few questions that arose. We had a group of 8 and had plenty of room. We will definitely be booking the same place next year! Thank you Jeff and crew!
We had an amazing time. We appreciated all the activities we were able to do at the lodge without having to leave. (Fishing, Biking, Boating, Kayaking and all the tops.
Great beach, great dock fishing, secluded bay and more space than you'll know what to do with outside. The inside of the house is just as advertised in photos as well and is very well taken care of.
We have stayed here multiple times and never disappointed. Kids are always asking to stay more days! Beautiful home and owners continue to update and add to it!
We had a great experience at the Wilderness Lodge. Home had everything you would need for a winter or summer stay. We enjoyed the game room downstairs and the beautiful views upstairs. Would love to come back in the summer!
The house and location were absolutely perfect. The property was immaculate inside and out. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. We are planning to do the same trip next year.
The house was a fantastic place for our group to stay! Everything was clean and just as described. The location was a perfect spot to get on to the snowmobile trails and the driveway was big enough to accommodate the 3 trailers and trucks that we had. We can't wait to go back!
This was a perfect family vacation lodge. We had a wonderful time! The cabin was beautiful couldn’t have been more perfect! It was fully stocked with everything you needed! The property layout was perfect nice and flat! Fishing from the dock was great! We loved having the bay to ourselves! Hands down one of the best cabins we have stayed in.
The house and property are very nice, supplied very well with everything. Clean and easy to communicate with the owner. Stayed last year too, not a lot of steps which is very nice.
Amy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
8 Apr, 2018
Wonderful house, location, and service
We had a wonderful time at the house. It is beautiful and perfect to accommodate an extended family. We enjoyed cooking, playing pool and ping-pong, and watching movies. The location is beautiful and relaxing.
The owner and the manager were wonderful and very responsive. We had a wonderful vacation - thank you!
Me and my family had a wonderful time again and this LVD home. Well maintained, very responsive owner, beautiful setting. Nothing but good things to say. Highly recommend...
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donna H.
19 Aug, 2018
Wilderness Bay Lodge
We all had a wonderful week at this beautiful cabin. All amenities were provided. Beautiful early morning sunrise and breathtaking sunset. Fishing was fabulous,caught many panfish and had a super fish fry. Perfect spot for all water activities. Watching Eagles soaring every day was amazing.
Donna H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Patricia M.
23 Feb, 2017
Beautiful, secluded location
We had a wonderful time here and plan to visit again. The fishing in the bay was excellent and the close proximity to the trails worked wonderfully for us. There was plenty of room for our family of seven and everyone had more than enough to do to keep them happy! One piece of advice- don't be nervous about the seemingly long road in, you will get there 😊