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The David w/ Private Screened Porch & Fire Pit

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Lakes Golf Course
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The David w/ Private Screened Porch & Fire Pit

Looking for a getaway in Michigan's? Our 'The David' is newly re-decorated, one-acre wooded retreat that's one of Up North's newest vacation homes!

The welcoming, screened porch leads to a keyless entry, revealing this ranch's delightful blend of woodsy charm and modern touches. The living room provides a neutral sleeper sofa, a large Smart TV, and gas fireplace.


Here are step-by-step instructions on how to turn it on the gas fireplace:

•Safety First: Before attempting to light the fireplace, make sure the area around the fireplace is clear of any flammable materials, and ensure there is proper ventilation in the room.
•Locate the Gas Valve: Find the gas valve for the fireplace. This is typically located either inside the fireplace itself or in close proximity. The gas valve is a knob that you'll need to turn to allow gas flow to the fireplace.
•Turn the Gas Valve to "On": Rotate the gas valve knob to the "On" position. This will allow gas to flow to the fireplace, but the flame is not ignited yet.
•Access the Ignition System: You mentioned a red button on the bottom panel, which is likely the ignition button. This button is used to create a spark that will ignite the gas.
•Press the Ignition Button: Press the red ignition button a few times while observing the pilot light area. The pilot light is a small flame that should ignite when you press the button. It may take a few attempts for the pilot light to catch, so be patient.
•Pilot Light Ignition: Once the pilot light ignites, keep holding the ignition button for about 30 seconds. This allows the thermocouple to heat up and signal that it's safe to release the button.
•Release the Ignition Button: After about 30 seconds, release the ignition button. The pilot light should continue to burn. If it goes out, you may need to repeat the ignition process.
•Adjust the Flame: Once the pilot light is burning steadily, you can turn the gas valve to adjust the flame height and intensity to your desired level.
•Enjoy the Fireplace: With the pilot light burning, you can now enjoy the warmth and ambiance of your fireplace. Be sure to turn off the gas valve when you're done using the fireplace to ensure safety.

Property manager

Nicole
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the 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.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Lakes Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Loon Golf Resort - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 11 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cops & Doughnuts - Jay's Precinct - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Michaywe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Pig Smokehouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The David w/ Private Screened Porch & Fire Pit have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The David w/ Private Screened Porch & Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The David w/ Private Screened Porch & Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The David w/ Private Screened Porch & Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The David w/ Private Screened Porch & Fire Pit located?

Located in Michaywe, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lakes Golf Course and Michaywe Pines Golf Course. Loon Golf Resort and Marsh Ridge Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noah W.

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

Amazing stay!

My partner and I came with our dog for the weekend to see near by family and hit the slopes during the winter storm.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Great stay

Location was quiet and property was just as advertised. It was clean and well furnished. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis R.

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

Nice vacation

Enjoyed our stay. Beds were really comfortable and the property had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

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

Great place in the woods

Very nice and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela M.

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

Great family cottage

This cottage is great for families. Love the fact that we were able to bring our dog with us. He had the time of his life lol with so much space outside to run around and explore.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dave T.

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

Nice place

House updated nicely. Very clean, with nice amenities. Very close to The Loon, The Lakes and Michaywe Pines golf courses.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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

43rd anniversary getaway

enjoyed all of the modern conveniences. cute place. would hope to stay here again some time. lots of golf and good restaurants nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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

44thAnniversary

This is the second time that we stayed at the David. We really enjoyed ourselves and lookforward to visiting again. We had Thank you to the hhosts.tsuwonderful e hosts for
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Les M.

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

The David

Kinzie was an awesome hostess! She helped us get checked in very smoothly when there was a problem with VRBOs website! She went above and beyond for us…thank you! The home is completely stocked with everything you will need! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie O.

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

Cute cabin

Clean, comfy, quiet cabin. Quick and easy communication with owners. Great weekend getaway!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

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

Girls weekend golf outing

Great weekend away! This is the perfect location for a golf weekend. There are several nice courses within minutes of this home. It is a very nice home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren O.

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

Darren

Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

It's all about Davids

The David House was a perfect place for our family to stay. It was clean, cute, and fun to track down all the Davids. The home is well equiped with everything needed during the stay. The host had great communication with check in. We will definitely use them again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy G.

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

Away in Michawye

Our two week stay was pleasant and comfortable. Nicole and Kinsey were a delight to work with, responding quickly and positively to any questions and concerns we had. The cottage could use a few exterior touchups, but the inside was nicely done. We would consider staying again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Cannot Wait Until Next Visit!

This property is everything we hoped for. It was clean, had just the right amenities and location was perfect for what we needed. I was so impressed by how quick the hosts were able to respond when i had a question. Looking forward to making this a regular destination! Fingers crossed for air conditioning on our next visit, however grateful for the fans provided!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrie H.

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

The David

The property was close to hikes and skiing. As well was good restaurants. The David was perfect for a 2 couple stay. We are certainly planning to return in the future. Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cera H.

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

Will be back!

Cabin was clean and well kept, property was nice to just relax and play yard games. Close to everything in the area. We loved the “Davids” in every area of the house. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

amanda E.

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

David house

Very clean and cozy enjoyed our short trip. Wish i could have enjoyed the house more but we were on the go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

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

2 day getaway

The David was clean and had a kitchen that was well-stocked with dishes/pans/appliances etc. It had a cozy living and dining area and was filled with other fun items. The best thing was the prompt and helpful communication from the hosts. Also, we hadn't brought any newspaper to start our campfire, but they had firestarters available in the shed. 😀 It was perfect for 2 couples!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

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

Gaylord trip

First trip to this part of Michigan, came for a wedding. Weather was warmer than anticipated, despite a bit a light rain some days. Easy to find the house, even at night. Comfy lodgings, though could have used some improved interior lighting. Wished we had more time to enjoy the backyard and fire pit, but it was a busy time for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

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

Family wedding

I am throughly pleased to have booked with you! From the moment we pulled up, my sons and I enjoyed “The David” we searched all weekend to find David gems throughout the house. You may want to tell Woody Woodpecker that he need ri find somewhere else to look for food (other than your living room window) we will most definitely book again when we are going to stay in the area. Thank you ladies for hosting us!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve S.

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

Relaxing weekend

We enjoyed our long weekend at the David, and exploring Gaylord. Comfortable beds, clean property, and plenty of extras to make our stay fun! We swam in the pool, played in the backyard and ate on the screened in porch. Bathroom and kitchen were stocked, there were floaties for the pool, and the outdoor games provided kept us entertained. Finding all the Davids in the cottage was hilarious. The property managers responded quickly to questions, and the binder with info was helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute little house of Davids

We only stayed for 2 nights as a break on our drive up to the U.P. we loved the screened in porch; my toddler loved to run back and forth. My older boys (12 &14) loved all the outdoor toys in the shed. The theme of all the Davids in the house was fun. We could've used more blankets; the blankets on the beds were quite thin and we didnt find any more anywhere. The Ostego Lake nearby was very nice also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Very clean cabin

Charming 2 bedroom cabin in the woods but close to downtown Gaylord. Lovely fire pit with outdoor lights strung from the trees! Kitchen has everything you need to cook a meal. Very relaxing break from the city. Owner was very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nicole

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We are sisters in Gaylord, Michigan, we have lived in this private community, Lake Arrowhead since we were babies and have loved every second of it. The moment you enter you just feel as if you are in a whole new world, with its love between neighbors and enjoyment on all the outdoor toys. We have a passion for traveling and meeting new people, which is our main reason as to why we became property managers. To allow people to enjoy the fun we endur each and everyday. We are known for our four seasons of fun and excited for our guests to be able to experience this. We are right down the road and always here if you need anything!

Gaylord, MI is the heart & soul of our life; growing up together in this community we have grown to live & breathe Lake Arrowhead. The moment you pull in & see the ‘Lake Arrowhead’ entrance sign you feel like you have entered into a Northern Michigan paradise. From enjoying your friendly neighborhood banter to riding all seasons toy(s) - you get to experience it all right where you vacation!

As we do our daily walks around the lake, we enjoy seeing new faces, which began our journey of property management. Bringing families & friends together through rental properties to experience where we live in this association has become our life line. Come enjoy our four seasons of fun + we are right down the road for any of your travel needs!

Nicole & Kinsey

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