10/10 Excellent
Carrie D.
21 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carrie D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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NorthShore - on Guthrie Lake
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101560 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
NorthShore - on Guthrie Lake
On nearly 3 acres, sharing an 11 acre tract with only one other (family member). Wonderful privacy, really wonderful lake for swimming or fishing; beach along the shore for swimming (depending on high-water level); 30-foot dock for boating (public boat ramp on the south end of the lake, a mile down the trail). Fire-pit by the shore (wood provided). Hiker-friendly woods. Cute squirrels and chipmunks; deer in the yard are not unusual. House has a great kitchen, open floor plan, much new carpet, new vinyl floors in kitchen, bath, utility, central heat and air conditioning; unlimited high speed wifi internet, Roku for two TVs, or watch DVDs (provided, some), or bring your own game console. Two full baths, 3 bedrooms, big screened porch for additional space, gas barbecue grill (gas provided). Handicap accessible. 14 foot aluminum boat with 6 hp motor (fuel provided); 12' canoe, hard SUP board, inflated two-person kayak.
From our cleaning and sanitation crew:
" We at IBKLEAN want to help our guests feel even more comfortable this summer. Time at the lake is for relaxing, not worrying.
We have been cleaning here for many years. This year we are doing things differently. The most important things are:
1) All staff will complete the Health Department required CDC paperwork before every clean. No one will work if they are not well.
2) Our staff will wear clean/new gloves, masks, and foot covers for every cleaning job.
We will use new/ clean ( in hottest water possible) cleaning tools for every cleaning job.
3) We will use the recommended 2 step cleaning, then disinfecting process, allowing enough time for the disinfectant to work.
4) All laundry will be washed in the hottest water possible. Baskets will be disinfected regularly.
5) We will maintain a check list of this process
We hope our commitment to everyone’s health and safety helps you feel at home. Thank you and have a wonderful time. "
From our cleaning and sanitation crew:
" We at IBKLEAN want to help our guests feel even more comfortable this summer. Time at the lake is for relaxing, not worrying.
We have been cleaning here for many years. This year we are doing things differently. The most important things are:
1) All staff will complete the Health Department required CDC paperwork before every clean. No one will work if they are not well.
2) Our staff will wear clean/new gloves, masks, and foot covers for every cleaning job.
We will use new/ clean ( in hottest water possible) cleaning tools for every cleaning job.
3) We will use the recommended 2 step cleaning, then disinfecting process, allowing enough time for the disinfectant to work.
4) All laundry will be washed in the hottest water possible. Baskets will be disinfected regularly.
5) We will maintain a check list of this process
We hope our commitment to everyone’s health and safety helps you feel at home. Thank you and have a wonderful time. "
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lakefront - children must be supervised
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$50 pet fee per pet required
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Nowhere on the property
Important information
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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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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
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About the area
Frederic
Located in Frederic, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Otsego Lake State Park and Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve, while Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Gaylord Discovery Center and Otsego County Sportsplex are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Frederic, MI
What's nearby
- Guthrie Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Otsego Lake State Park - 13 min drive - 15.9 km
- Au Sable River - 20 min drive - 27.8 km
- Boyne Mountain - 47 min drive - 69.6 km
- Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 48 min drive - 70.4 km
Restaurants
- The Keg Bar And Grill - 14 min drive
- Gobblers of Waters - 13 min drive
- Wholesome Dine-or-Dash - 12 min drive
- Michaywe Inn The Woods - 29 min drive
- Mosquito Lounge - 27 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Rich L.
5 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!
Rich L.
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Stephanie B.
16 Aug, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stephanie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy G.
31 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Amy G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe Z.
22 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable lake front property
Joe Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sara C.
15 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Sara C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa V.
19 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa V.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Johnnette B.
11 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake house
Johnnette B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott R.
31 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NorthShore review
Scott R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle M.
27 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean- Lake Guthrie was very beautiful and peaceful.
Michelle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Scott L.
23 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, Relaxing 3 Days
Scott L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Marcy W.
19 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property.
Marcy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katie G.
2 Aug, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Katie G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan W.
22 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place!
Susan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Carolyn C.
14 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Time
Carolyn C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mj H.
4 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Mj H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alexandria F.
15 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun, comfortable stay
Alexandria F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Rich L.
3 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot on private lake
Rich L.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrea p.
27 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than advertised
Andrea p.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
20 Jul, 2013
Great Location
10/10 Excellent
Robin S.
20 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guthrie Lake Stay
Robin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Greg K.
28 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Frederik
Greg K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Donald P.
10 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay stay July 4th week.
Donald P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kristin b.
7 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun
Kristin b.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan W.
19 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and unplugged!
Susan W.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Bob Gilbert
Bob Gilbert grew up on this property, in the adjacent family home. In the summer of 2012 Bob and his wife Cindy put NorthShore, their vacation home, in its place down by the lake shore. Building the 12 x 40 foot deck (33' screened) took a lot of Bob's time that summer, getting it ready for the next year, when others might enjoy it, too. Bob winters in Florida (he is Registrar at Florida Bible College of Tampa), but enjoys the gorgeous summers in northern lower Michigan. His wife Cindy retired from a career of 30+ years teaching, and they together enjoy their children and their children' families. They have a travel trailer for their own use, at the north end of the property, when guests are in their vacation home.
Why they chose this property
NorthShore is accessible - just 5 miles off I-75 (at exit 270), yet wonderfully private. The lake is pristine, with a sandy bottom, perfect for wading and swimming, even with young children (a lovely big sand-bar goes out from the swimming beach), and also for fishing for large- and small- mouth bass, perch, bluegills, northern pike . . . other water sports are also permitted. There is a public boat landing at the southeast end of the lake, if you desire to bring yor own boat, or rent one locally. Bob has available an inflatable 12' two-man kayak , a 12' canoe, and a 14' rowboat (with motor) for a small additional charge, by the day or by the week ($125 for all).
What makes this property unique
The views from the living room, the dining room, the master bedroom (with places to stretch out and read or nap, when you can take your eyes away from the view!) The quiet; the animals; hiking in the woods or on the trails. Sitting on the dock; by the lake in the glider . . . Cooking out on the grill; the great porch-deck. Enjoying the firepit by the lake - s'mores? Sleeping outside in the cool of the screened porch, if you want to.
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