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10/10 Excellent
Gregg Y.
16 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gregg Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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Lakefront Relaxing Retreat, Sleeps 14, Fire Pit, Kayaks, Otsego Lake, Golf, ORV
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 142050 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Loft for sleeping
1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Lakefront Relaxing Retreat, Sleeps 14, Fire Pit, Kayaks, Otsego Lake, Golf, ORV
Escape to your year-round lakefront retreat on the beautiful shores of Otsego Lake! Wake to stunning sunrise views over the calm water from your private balcony, spend your days on the lake, and gather for evenings by the indoor fireplace or outdoor fire pit. This home is the perfect setting for family gatherings, reunions, or group getaways.
Your group of up to 14 guests will find ample space to relax and connect across two levels of comfortable living space, all cooled by central A/C.
LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT The home features two distinct living rooms, both equipped with Smart TVs for movie nights. The main floor living area boasts a beautiful stone fireplace and large windows framing breathtaking lake views. Upstairs, a second living room offers a perfect spot for fun with a selection of games, puzzles, and books.
KITCHEN & DINING Prepare delicious meals in the fully stocked, modern kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances. An outdoor gas grill is also available for lakeside barbecues, with picnic tables ready for dining outside.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS With space for 14, everyone can rest comfortably. The home includes two full, updated bathrooms for your convenience. Sleeping arrangements include:
Main Floor: Spacious Master Suite
Upstairs: Two additional bedrooms
Upstairs Loft: A bunk bed with pull out trundle and a sofa sleeper
For families with little ones, a pack and play is also available.
LAKEFRONT LIVING & OUTDOORS As a truly waterfront and beachfront property, you have direct lake access to all-sports Otsego Lake. Enjoy our private sandy, shallow shoreline—perfect for kids and swimming! Your stay includes the use of kayaks and a private dock(seasonal). Spend your evenings gathered around the fire pit or take a peaceful boat ride at sunrise.
CONVENIENCES For your convenience, the home includes a laundry area, high-speed Wi-Fi, and provided towels, linens, and beach chairs. Winter guests will appreciate the dedicated snowmobile gear storage room in the garage, making this the perfect Up North getaway for every season!
Guest Access
You will have full access to the entire house, with the exception of one locked storage closet. Enjoy easy self check-in upon arrival.
The Neighborhood
Our home offers the perfect balance of serene lake life and convenient access to local attractions. You are just a short drive from:
Downtown Gaylord (8 minutes)
Grocery Store (6 minutes)
Treetops Resort (6.4 miles)
Otsego Resort (approx. 8 miles)
Getting Around
For winter sports enthusiasts, access to the snowmobile trail is less than a mile away, making it easy to hit the trails directly from your getaway.
House Rules
Pets may be approved on a case-by-case basis. Please message us before booking to discuss your pet.
Important Information
Private Dock: The dock is available seasonally, generally from May to September, but this is weather-dependent.
Fire Pit: A fire pit is available for your enjoyment. Please bring your own firewood.
Kayaks: Kayaks are available for use, depending on the season.
Your group of up to 14 guests will find ample space to relax and connect across two levels of comfortable living space, all cooled by central A/C.
LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT The home features two distinct living rooms, both equipped with Smart TVs for movie nights. The main floor living area boasts a beautiful stone fireplace and large windows framing breathtaking lake views. Upstairs, a second living room offers a perfect spot for fun with a selection of games, puzzles, and books.
KITCHEN & DINING Prepare delicious meals in the fully stocked, modern kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances. An outdoor gas grill is also available for lakeside barbecues, with picnic tables ready for dining outside.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS With space for 14, everyone can rest comfortably. The home includes two full, updated bathrooms for your convenience. Sleeping arrangements include:
Main Floor: Spacious Master Suite
Upstairs: Two additional bedrooms
Upstairs Loft: A bunk bed with pull out trundle and a sofa sleeper
For families with little ones, a pack and play is also available.
LAKEFRONT LIVING & OUTDOORS As a truly waterfront and beachfront property, you have direct lake access to all-sports Otsego Lake. Enjoy our private sandy, shallow shoreline—perfect for kids and swimming! Your stay includes the use of kayaks and a private dock(seasonal). Spend your evenings gathered around the fire pit or take a peaceful boat ride at sunrise.
CONVENIENCES For your convenience, the home includes a laundry area, high-speed Wi-Fi, and provided towels, linens, and beach chairs. Winter guests will appreciate the dedicated snowmobile gear storage room in the garage, making this the perfect Up North getaway for every season!
Guest Access
You will have full access to the entire house, with the exception of one locked storage closet. Enjoy easy self check-in upon arrival.
The Neighborhood
Our home offers the perfect balance of serene lake life and convenient access to local attractions. You are just a short drive from:
Downtown Gaylord (8 minutes)
Grocery Store (6 minutes)
Treetops Resort (6.4 miles)
Otsego Resort (approx. 8 miles)
Getting Around
For winter sports enthusiasts, access to the snowmobile trail is less than a mile away, making it easy to hit the trails directly from your getaway.
House Rules
Pets may be approved on a case-by-case basis. Please message us before booking to discuss your pet.
Important Information
Private Dock: The dock is available seasonally, generally from May to September, but this is weather-dependent.
Fire Pit: A fire pit is available for your enjoyment. Please bring your own firewood.
Kayaks: Kayaks are available for use, depending on the season.
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- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
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
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Gaylord
Gaylord is home to this holiday home. Natural Golf Course and Marsh Ridge Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Otsego County Sportsplex and Gaylord Discovery Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
Bagley Township, MI
What's nearby
- Natural Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Otsego Lake State Park - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
- Boyne Mountain - 33 min drive - 46.6 km
- Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 34 min drive - 47.3 km
- Torch Lake - 52 min drive - 79.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Five Guys - 8 min drive
- Marathon Gas & SUBWAY - 4 min drive
- Qdoba Mexican Eats - 8 min drive
- Culver's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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10/10 Excellent
Eric E.
4 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eric E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Randy B.
8 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Randy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
shawno 3.
17 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
shawno 3.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kara H.
1 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kara H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
About the host
Hosted by Lisa
We’re Lisa & Bob, the couple behind Otsego Lake Escape
Here’s a fun fact… both of us grew up coming to Otsego Lake as kids camping, swimming, tubing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and making memories with our families. The funny part? We didn’t even know each other back then!
Fast forward a few years (okay, maybe more than a few ), and now we get to bring our four boys here to do the exact same things we loved growing up. From fishing poles to campfires to cannonballs off the dock, this lake is pure nostalgia mixed with new memories in the making.
That’s why we created Otsego Lake Escape so you can unplug, laugh a little louder, and make your own traditions on this beautiful lake.
Can’t wait to share it with you!
Here’s a fun fact… both of us grew up coming to Otsego Lake as kids camping, swimming, tubing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and making memories with our families. The funny part? We didn’t even know each other back then!
Fast forward a few years (okay, maybe more than a few ), and now we get to bring our four boys here to do the exact same things we loved growing up. From fishing poles to campfires to cannonballs off the dock, this lake is pure nostalgia mixed with new memories in the making.
That’s why we created Otsego Lake Escape so you can unplug, laugh a little louder, and make your own traditions on this beautiful lake.
Can’t wait to share it with you!
Why they chose this property
We’ve always loved this stretch of Otsego Lake because it captures everything we adore about Northern Michigan peaceful mornings, friendly neighbors who wave as they pass by on their pontoons, and the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. You’re close enough to downtown Gaylord for great restaurants, shopping, and festivals, yet tucked away just enough to truly unwind. Whether it’s snowmobiling right from the driveway in winter or playing in the lake in the summer, this area just feels like home and we’re so grateful to share it with you.
What makes this property unique
What makes Otsego Lake Escape special is the feeling you get the moment you arrive. It’s that perfect mix of peace and play mornings on the dock, afternoons on the water, and evenings by the fire.
The cabin itself has that classic Up North charm spacious, comfortable, and ready for family and friends to gather. But what truly makes it unique is the location. You’re right on Otsego Lake with a front-row seat to stunning view and some of the best boating, fishing, and snowmobiling in Michigan.
For us, it’s more than a place to stay it’s where memories are made, laughter echoes off the water, and time slows down just a little.
The cabin itself has that classic Up North charm spacious, comfortable, and ready for family and friends to gather. But what truly makes it unique is the location. You’re right on Otsego Lake with a front-row seat to stunning view and some of the best boating, fishing, and snowmobiling in Michigan.
For us, it’s more than a place to stay it’s where memories are made, laughter echoes off the water, and time slows down just a little.
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