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Serenity Beach Haus w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor hot tub usable all year 'round! Oh and the water is clean/no sharing!
View of deck...
Interior
Check out the view, oh! and see the nice sandy beach.... Boats usable May-Oct

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Loon Golf Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room/Hallway

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Serenity Beach Haus w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!

This spacious Otsego Lake cabin will let you leave your worries behind as you enjoy Michigan in it's purest form on the lake with outdoor hot tub! Enjoy this 2 BD 1 BA Lakefront Cottage & bring along the whole family for some summertime fun in this Awesome Lake Cottage. This vacation rental, located just 6 miles to downtown Gaylord has full access to the lake with a deck to enjoy the sunrise from! Rent a boat, barbecue, swim, or do whatever floats your boat - sweet summertime is calling!!

THE SPACE: Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Otsego Lake at this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath Gaylord cottage, offering Stunning & breathtaking views of the lake from the big living room windows and all the necessities for a lake lover's retreat with Central Air Conditioning in those hot summer months and Natural Wood Burning Stove in the Living Room (bring wood). Nestled minutes from golf, biking, and hiking trails, adventure is a short drive away. Discover downtown Gaylord’s Alpine Village, just minutes from your door. Come home to your cozy home away from home for a family BBQ on the deck or, if it's a clear night, some jaw-dropping stargazing or Northern Lights from the fire pit beach side (bring wood) or hot tub!

KITCHEN: Well-equipped kitchen with Dining room with seating for 6 with another dining area for 3 at the kitchen bar with newer appliances, cooking & bake ware, pots, pans, utensils, spices, dish ware & flatware, Kitchen towels wash cloths included.

BEDROOMS: We have 2 bedrooms each having a Queen Size Bed. Full Size Futon couch in hallway off dining room for extra sleeping space, All Linens, pillows, blankets supplied.

BATHROOMS: We offer one bathroom with shower only (no tub) with seating in shower, All towels, and wash cloths supplied.

ENTERTAINMENT: High Speed Wi-Fi Internet throughout property and cottage. We have 2 TVs in the chalet.... Living room has 60" Smart Samsung TV with 200+ live TV channels, and 1000s of movies and shows on demand, Master bedroom has 36" Smart TV wih Firestick-you can also put in your account info or enjoy what is already included in Fire stick TV.

LAKESIDE LIVING/OUTSIDE YARD:

2 Kayaks with paddles and life jackets & 1 paddleboat for your use located on your own sandy beach. We offer a huge deck facing lake with Private outdoor Hot Tub which is usable all year 'round with patio dining set for 6 including Propane BBQ grill with two tanks. Nice dock to fish off. Wood burning fire pit at Beach with plenty of chairs. Fishing can be done right off the dock, and you can see the fish you are aiming for! Lake has bass, perch, bluegill, sunfish, & pike and you can see them swimming on a calm morning or evening as lake is crystal clear. Attention Swimmers: Although we have a nice sandy beach, we have soft bottom as you walk out in the lake and some lily pads on one side which we keep working on. Keep in mind, there is excellent swimming at the Otsego State Park, just across the lake. Otsego lake is perfect lake for boating, floating, kayaking, paddle boating/boarding, or just gazing at!

GAYLORD: With a unique location on the 45 parallel, the Alpine Village of Gaylord is truly Northern Michigan's heart. Whether planning to travel to Gaylord for the first visit or your 31st, we know that you will be back again and again. Gaylord is unique in its centrality - only minutes from everything you could hope for in the north and things you might not expect either, like top-notch shopping, galleries, arts, music festivals & wireless internet access you can use while relaxing on one of the park benches when downtown

WINTER:

SNOWMOBILE: Located in the center of Northern Lower Michigan's Snow Belt, the Gaylord area averages over 180 inches of the white stuff annually. We are in the highest level in Lower Northern Michigan which spells out "Abundant Snow for Winter Enthusiasts". Surrounded by rolling hills, thousands of acres of unspoiled forests and numerous winter activities, Gaylord is quickly emerging as a preferred winter destination.
Snowmobile DNR trails accessible from the cabin all within 10 min from home.
Although our property is professionally plowed, we do STRONGLY recommend that you have a 4 wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle to access this property in winter months.

SKI CROSS COUNTRY AND SNOWSHOE: In Gaylord you'll find the gently sloping terrain, heavily wooded forests and deep annual snowfall ideal for Nordic skiing. It is also not uncommon to see plentiful wildlife out on the trail. Ski Hills nearby for the Winter Enthusiasts! All kinds of Cross-Country Ski Trails nearby.

SPRING, SUMMER & FALL:

GOLF: With 25 golf courses most within 15-20 min from Chalet which include world-class resorts and championship golf designed by some of America's top golf course designers, the Gaylord area is your dream golf destination.

HIKING: Experience all that is Northern Michigan along one of the many trails in Otsego County used for hiking, biking, x-country skiing and snowshoeing. The area abounds with pathways for outdoor enthusiasts of every skill and age level, and all are free to use with no trail passes required.

ELK VIEWING: Behind Jay’s Sporting Goods is where you can view Elk. They now feed the elk at the viewing area so you will see elk all day long as they hang out where the food is.

RAINY DAY ACTIVITIES OR SOMETHING DIFFERENT TO DO:

• CLUBHOUSE/INDOOR POOL: Clubhouse indoor pool usage needs to be set up in advance (Please ask!) and you can go any time during your stay. There is a fee required to access the community amenities that is paid on-site to the community. The community pool is typically open every day except Tuesdays and Thursdays, though hours may vary and are subject to change at short notice.

• Gaylord Bowling Center: Go Bowling on their 24 lanes

• Gaylord Cinema: Take in a newly released movie

• Otsego County Sports-Plex: where kids and grownups can swim in an Olympic-size pool or rent a pair of skates and take to the ice for 'wintertime' fun, even as the sidewalks are sizzling outside.

• Energy Outlet: a quaint park filled with slides, swings and climbing equipment. Throughout the park are structures embedded with information and etchings of the dinosaur age, and surrounding all the fun stuff is a paved walking track.

• Call of the Wild: where lifelike replicas of Michigan's wildlife will greet you at every turn of the tunnel. Go carts, Mini Golf, Gift Shop, Fudge, Ice Cream.

•Bird Watcher's Paradise! See the Bald Eagles which live on the lake. Also Pileated woodpeckers, loons, ducks, hummingbirds plentiful.

•Come in May for Morel Mushroom Hunting-Just walk in the woods nearby!

•Traverse City 45 minutes away

•Petoskey 35 minutes

•Mackinaw City within 1 hour

•Boyne Mountain 25 min away

•Less than 15 min to Gaylord town which includes Meijers, Walmart, Family Fare & Aldi for shopping and tons of restaurants, six-screen movie theater, Otsego County Sportsplex, Bowling Alley, Billiards, Mini Golf, Go Carts, Museums...we can go on for ever. Gaylord is known as Vacationland!

Also, all our rentals are listed on the Goooogle maps / ad by typing in the house name with city in search engine (Serenity Beach Haus, Gaylord, MI) if you have any questions you want to ask directly to us homeowners. Hope to have you stay!

Property manager

Northern Lakeshore Vacation Home Rentals LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not suitable for infants for children under 2
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$20/nt/tax for 2 pets maximum, NO HUNTING DOGS
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No unauthorized or added guests after confirmed booking, No Parties Reunions Campers or loud music Quiet Time 10pm-8am $150/nt unregistered guest/pets
No barking dogs, pet contained on property, clean up doggie doo, no free roaming, pet off furniture/beds,Service dogs are verified/checked at check in
Be respectful to home and neighbors as you are guests. Association reserves the right to ask guests to leave if required due to bad behavior-no refund

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gaylord

Located in Gaylord, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Otsego Lake State Park and Hartwick Pines State Park, while Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Gaylord Discovery Center and Bavarian Falls Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Otsego Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Loon Golf Resort - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Lakes Golf Course - 15 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course - 16 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Michaywe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Pine Squirrel Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Porter Haus - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Inn The Woods Restaurant - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serenity Beach Haus w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Serenity Beach Haus w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Serenity Beach Haus w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Beach Haus w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Beach Haus w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! located?

Located in Gaylord, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Otsego Lake State Park, and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Natural Golf Course. Marsh Ridge Golf Course and Loon Golf Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

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

Water/Winter Wonderland

The hygge in this little place is strong. I will book this again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galen M.

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

Amazing Lakeside Getaway

The views of the snow covered lake were amazing. The cabin was extremely warm and cozy, will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the place even if it was a short time! We will want to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Small escape!

We had a wonderful time! Hope to do it again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property..great price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B., Grand Rapids, MI

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

Very Serene

lovely cottage-truly everything you need included! comfy beds, lots of everything, shaded beautiful view and close to everything Gaylord has to offer. Communication with Dorene was a breeze and we look forward to staying at another one of her properties!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noel W., Pinckney

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

Great Winter trip

We really enjoyed using the hot tub and building fires in the wood burning stove. It was winter so the neighborhood was quiet. We had a beautiful view of the lake and drove to the other side to see the pretty sunset. It was close to Gaylord so if you needed anything it was right there! We had great communication with the owners so that was a giant plus! The house was pretty well stocked but don't forget your beach towels! Over all we would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Winter trip

Thanks Dorene! Your homes are always a step above anywhere else. Always clean and reasonably priced with no surprises and very easy check in and out.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy D.

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

Everything as pictured

Checkin to checkout absolutely no complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

danielle K., Three Rivers

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

Best Rental!!!!

We will definitely be repeat guests. Between the price, amenities, cleanliness and customer experience with Doreen, this was hands down one of the best rentals I’ve encountered in the last 10 years of renting. We look forward to returning in the summer. The Gaylord area is beautiful and full of activities. Thank you again for your wonderful hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

rhonda t., FLINT

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

Everything was as expected the hosts really have thought of everything you need.

This is a 3rd time i have rented from thebproperty manager and all have been EXCELLENT! We will continue to be return custmers. They make everything so easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia A.

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

We loved our time at Otsego Lake

The property was very nice and clean. We loved the hot tub and rides in the paddle boat. My husband enjoyed fishing off the dock even though we soon learned that the lake wasn't great for fishing as it was very shallow. Great location, only an hour drive to different tourist spots, like Petoskey, traverse city, and Mackinac. Dorene was a great host and she had great communication and was very accommodating when we had an issue with the dishwasher. The only thing I'd suggest is allowing for shorter minimum night stays, 7 nights was a little too long for us. Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Sally N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and cute

Very cute cabin that was well equipped. The beach was okay, but not what I would call "fluffy sand." The bottom of the lake was pretty mucky and hard for the kids to enjoy. Overall, it was a good place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

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

Great experience!

Our stay was great! The property was exactly as described and the house was well equipped with everything we needed. The hot tub worked well and most importantly was very clean. Plenty of room to park our boat in the driveway. Dorene was a wonderful host and provided clear instructions and great advise on local things to check out. I definitely recommend to anyone to stay at Serenity cabin
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loretta R.

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

Gorgeous spot on the Lake

We had a great time at this property. The house is updated, clean and the views are breathtaking. We enjoyed the water, we boated, fished & ,kayaked. , The host was very accommodating. Great place for a vacation.!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelagh K.

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

Fantastic!

Wonderful place. Wonderful host. Will stay here again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Very Relaxing

We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful lakefront, enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat, fires by the lake every night, comfortable house and the WiFi allowed both my wife and I to work remotely. Very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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

Beautiful and Cozy

Serenity Haus was amazing! The lake views sitting on the deck were gorgeous. It was quiet and peaceful with all the comforts of home. Really had that cabin feel! Owners were very friendly and answered all our questions. I have only 2 suggestions. I wish there had been some type of awning or cover outside in case of rain and also an area to be able to cover wood. Will definitely be back very soon n bringing friends!! Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Awesome beach house on the lake

Great little spot on the lake. We had 4 adults and 3 kids and it worked out perfectly. Wood burning stove and hot tub are essential in February and really make it a nice cozy ski cabin for winter months. We went 20 minutes down the road to treetops. Thank you Serenity Beach House.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Great stay

This cabin was perfect for us, on the lake, and can drive snowmobiles to the trails or to town without having to trailer them, direct access! Will stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Cierra C.

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

Very happy with our stay

The property had a beautiful view of the fall colors across the lake, the hot tub was wonderful, the area is very peaceful. We will come next time when the dock available for better fishing. The paddle boat was a joy. House had everything we needed.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

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

Great place

Really enjoyed our stay (the mattresses were comfortable with the toppers). The shower was amazing and so was the hot tub. The place was well stocked with basics and clean. My only complaint was that the food storage was limited, but we made it work! Would happily return.

8/10 Good

Joyce B.

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

Good but could be excellent

Lovely place to stay but lots of noise and construction going on next door. Also both beds need to be updated with at least foam mattresses as the mattresses on the property are old and very uncomfortable. We are in our late 60’s and need to have nice beds to sleep on otherwise our bodies hurt in the morning. This was the case. I would rent again if this problem was resolved. Please inform me if this issue is handled as we come up to Gaylord every year. Sometimes twice a year to visit family. The place was well stocked and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Northern Lakeshore Vacation Home Rentals LLC

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My husband, John and I truly love everything Up North offers from Lake living, trail riding, hiking, boating to Snowmobiling as this area defines the word Vacationland plus the clean air and stars in the sky are so vibrant!

The homes which we offer are our own personal paradises which we stay at as much as possible.

We love sharing our Vacation Homes to create memories with their families just as we have as well as give you an experience living in the area which you will never forget. All the homes are strictly set up for the Vacationer in mind and all in highly desirable areas with so many different type of activities imaginable for any age group. The homes which we offer have amenities which everyone needs (like me!!!) such as Wi-Fi, Cable TV, Air Conditioning, updated bathrooms and kitchens plus kayaks to use with each and every lake front home, some homes having also canoes and Paddle boats and all the homes have their own private Outdoor Hot Tub usable all year 'round which are all Pet Friendly (fee posted in house rules) as our four-legged family members love it Up North too as you won't have to kennel or have someone watch your pet.

Also, all our rentals are listed on the Goooogle maps by typing in the house name with city in search engine if you have any questions you want to ask directly to us homeowners. Hope to have you stay!

What makes this property unique

Gaylord is known as Vacationland and it's centrally located near many other hot spot tourist attractions.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests