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Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All

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Serenity.
Welcome.
Living room.
Fireplace.
Sitting area near the fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 11167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Lakes Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All

Surround yourself in knotty pine at your home away from home. Gather the whole family here and enjoy the large great room with a wood fireplace. Play some games by the fire or enjoy a movie from our video library. Take a nap in our indoor hammock. This is a family friendly place with a loft area for all the kids to sleep in. Or plan your next golf get-away or winter romp here at the Pine House.

This 2,100 square foot home is located in the Michaywe development on a cul-de-sac and is surrounded by wooded lots. It has three bedrooms: one upstairs with a king-sized bed and hammock, another one upstairs with a queen-sized bed and one downstairs with a queen-sized bed. There is a loft with a full futon with a bunk on top, another bunk bed, a twin available upon request and a TV/VCR. There are two full baths, a full kitchen and a large great room with a wood fireplace and an entertainment center with a TV/VCR/DVD, large video library and stereo. There is a large deck in back with a charcoal grill and a bonfire pit.
While here, you can enjoy the free amenities of the Michaywe Owners Association, including the clubhouse (restaurant, bar, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor pool, spa and sauna), lighted and groomed cross-country ski trails and a private beach with beach house and playground at Opal Lake. The Pines Golf Course is also located within the Michaywe development. https://www.michaywe.com/

Just minutes from Gaylord, take advantage of all the unique downtown shops, bars and resturants. Enjoy snowmobiling (rentals available in town) on hundreds of miles of groomed trails accessible right from our front door. Downhill skiing at Boyne Mountain or Tree Tops is under 1/2 hour away. Boating/jet skiing/fishing can be enjoyed from the public launches at Opal Lake and Otsego Lake State Park, plus several other nearby lakes. Michigan's 'Alpine Village' is famous for it's 21 championship-caliber golf courses, as well as it's location in the center of the Michigan Snow Belt. Only a one hour drive takes you to historic Mackinac Island, the wineries at Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey and Harbor Springs.

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Property manager

Todd and Beth Ginsbach
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gaylord

Michaywe, a neighbourhood in Gaylord, is home to this holiday home. Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lakes Golf Course and Michaywe Pines Golf Course. Gaylord Discovery Center and Bavarian Falls Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Lakes Golf Course - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Loon Golf Resort - 14 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 20 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Michaywe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Porter Haus - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Inn The Woods Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bennethum's Northern Inn - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All have a pool?

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

Is Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity at the Pine House: Get Away from it All located?

Located in Michaywe, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Lakes Golf Course and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Michaywe Pines Golf Course. Loon Golf Resort and Otsego Lake State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Logan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Golf Outing

Very nice ,well kept rustic/log house. Pretty much just slept there, but was a very comfortable stay. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kell G.

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

Girls trip 2024

The location was nice, the grass could have been cut and the outside area needed cleaned up. Lots of leaves, weeds and tall grass. There were a lot of big black carpenter ants, even had some crawling on us at night. Otherwise the location was clean and enough room for all 10 of us to enjoy. Owners were very responsive and friendly via email. Would for sure rent from them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Great place

It was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mary O.

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

Vacation

Overall our stay was great! The house was in a great location and we saw deers everyday! We enjoyed the pool twice even though we had issues with the key cards and had to be let in by an employee both times. The kids loved the bunk bed and the front porch to play on when it was raining. We cooked a lot of meal at the house but could only find one spatula which made it a little bit Challenging. We also had to go out and buy our own kleenexes because there was none in the house and had to go buy garbage bags because there was only two under the sink. We saw a lot of big ants the first two or three days we were there but after day three we didn’t see two many. Mowing the grass in the front yard and clearing the walk way to the fire pit would make it look a lot nicer
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MADELINE C.

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

Ski & swimming @ the Pines!

We loved it & it's location! This was our second time to come to the Pines!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Perfect is an Understatement

This location is such a hidden gem! In a neighborhood but still tucked away for privacy this location is such a nice place. The inside was outstanding as well and the pictures truly do not do this place justice! Definitely a must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Cabin in the woods

The cabin was a lovely getaway in the Michaywe community. It was a little trek out to Hwy 32. We had a short visit yet we enjoyed using the grill, the firepit, the association's pool and sauna.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Great Up North family and friend getaway

The house was great for our two-family party of 10. We loved the location, the comfortable, spacious living areas, and the deck in the back. The house was in a tranquil, quiet area, but had nearby amenities. We used the home as a base for a daytrips around Northern MI.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel O.

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

Great cabin

We enjoyed our stay. It had everything we were looking for in a getaway. Host was amazing, very accommodating and helpful. Will recommend this to anyone that needs to get away that wants out door activity. Opal lake was awesome, the staff there are very friendly. Couldn’t have asked for a better place. Thank you Todd and Beth.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lynn F.

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

Place was nice

Could use an exterior cleaning and the fridge could maybe use an upgrade- didn't keep things real cold/frozen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Central location for up north adventures

Wonderful home, exactly as described in the listing, and ideally located for day trips to Mackinac, Traverse City, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and inland lakes for fishing. This house was large enough to accommodate our extended family and tree filled neighborhood provided a perfect “up north” feel. Safe, quiet and secluded location without being remote. The pool and restaurant at the clubhouse were an added bonus. The owners were exceptional with communication. The instructions were clear and our late night arrival was no issue. I will definitely consider staying here again. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathryne G.

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

Michaywe Getaway

Clean, comfortable, and cozy. This home had everything needed for a fun and relaxing family weekend. Beth answered questions/concerns almost immediately.. Our family hopes to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Beautiful place in the woods

The Pine house is a peaceful place in the woods and perfect for a weekend getaway. The interior is rustic but does not miss any modern amenities. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Quiet Get Away

We had two families (8 people) share this house. It was cute and cozy and just the right size. There is no air conditioning, which was an oversight on our part. Luckily it was a cool Michigan weekend. Very close to Gaylord. Loved the wildlife we saw.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa & David P.

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

The best!

This was a darling house. It was super clean and well maintained. There was tons of space in each room. The kitchen was well equipped. The views were great, we were constantly seeing deer and turkeys. Very close to Gaylord for shopping. We rented this spot because we were working a wedding at Sojourn, it was super close and made our jobs a lot easier! The communication between us and the owners was also great! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wesley S.

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

Enjoyable stay

While I will admit that we were worried as we pulled into the drive, as first impressions were not the best based on the condition of the outside, our fears were alleviated once we went inside. Beautiful interior which provided a great up north feel. Close proximity to the association pool, which was very nice. Great restaurant at the clubhouse. Wonderful and economical golf course as well. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Wooded Adventure Getaway

Three moms and six kids enjoyed this escape in the woods. The four oldest kiddos loved camping out together in the loft while the moms appreciated their own bedrooms! The woods, large deck and firepit provided most of the entertainment for the kids ranging in age from 3-8. A LARGE supply of games, puzzles and movies kept them occupied during a rainy day. The kitchen was well supplied and we enjoyed access to the pool and beach. Thanks for a great adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

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

Michigan Getaway

This is the 3rd time we've stayed at this property and each and every time, we are 100% satisfied. Very comfortable accommodations for large groups/families. Thank you so very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Very nice

Very nice stay. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Very nice property

Inside of house was very nice with a cabin feel. Very nice size house worked perfect for two families to share! Nice deck and seen deer and turkeys throughout the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

William M.

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

the Pine House

Inside is excellent; great layout for a large group and all our stuff. Location was perfect for fishing the upper Manistee and AuSable rivers. Close to town but quiet and secluded. Outside is rough; no yard maintenance done and there were a lot of caterpillars on the outside of the house. Made it hard to use the outside spaces but that wasn't an issue for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin A.

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

Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood. Very clean.

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

MADELINE C.

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

We had it all!

Any where from fire pit to fire place! HOT tub @ the club house to tubing @ treetops ! Sking was great but so was the indoor heated pool! We all loved it Maddie Trumble(carnes)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Perfect place for our group

Great location, great house, great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Todd and Beth Ginsbach

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In 2000, our family set out to buy the perfect Up North vacation home. Our clan consisted of my husband and myself, (pregnant with our first child), my sister, her husband and their daughter Brittany, and my mom. After a few weekends looking around the northern part of the Lower Peninsula, two-thirds of us came upon the Pine House. That two-thirds convinced the other one-third (my husband and I) to buy the home sight-unseen, as they were so anxious to make it our own. We made the leap, and many years later (and a total of six more children later) we are still enjoying our Up North vacation retreat.

Why they chose this property

Gaylord fit our needs, as we wanted to enjoy the quiet and beauty of the outdoors, while still having the conveniences of a nearby city. Gaylord is home to many golf courses, lakes and beaches for summertime enjoyment, and it is also located in the middle of the Michigan Snow Belt, allowing us to ski, snowmobile and sled. Michaywe Owners Association also fit our needs as it has it's own indoor pool, beach and playground, perfect for our growing family.

What makes this property unique

Over the years, our family has had bonfires with s'mores, songwriting and games of 'telephone', walks in the woods, bike rides, long days at the beach, snowmobile rides, quiet time with our own families as well as large family reunions, boating excursions, movie and game nights, fire-side chats and stargazing. As our children have grown, and we are lured by other vacation destinations, we have used our vacation home less and less. We are now offering it to others to enjoy as we have. Joining VRBO has been a joy, as I have learned that mushroom hunting is a spring-time sport in Gaylord and also how to make a 'dough boy' by an open fire.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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