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Charming Pratt Lake Lakefront 2BR Cottage

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Lake side view of cottage
Lake side view of cottage
Kitchen
Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 883.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gladwin, MI
  • Pratt Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Gladwin Heights Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Lake Lancer
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Roscommon County – Blodgett Memorial Airport (HTL)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Convertible sofa bed(s)

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Pratt Lake Lakefront 2BR Cottage

On the south shore of Pratt Lake, in the community of Gladwin, MI sits our fun filled red 2BR lodge style cottage with granite counters in kitchen and knotty pine throughout on 50 feet of water frontage. Pack your swimsuits cause you will need it as the sandy beach is great to swim and play. Pratt lake is great for your skiboat, waterskis, tubes, pontoon, kayaks or jet skis to play on all of the 180 acres Pratt Lake offers! Relax at the picnic table or sit and gaze at the lake from the deck. Grab a book and read in the sand. Enjoy the beach and great views of Pratt Lake. Pack your 'Smores' for the outdoor fire pit. Fish from the 40 foot dock. Public boat launch down the street to launch all of your toys. Plenty of room to secure your boat on the dock. Canoe and Row boat included for use. Clear water - great swimming. Water depth at our shoreline increases gradually - good for children (we have 4, so its actively used!). Firm, clean bottom. If you like to fish there is good pan fish, bass, and pike fishing. A few walleyes are caught each year as well. If the fishing is tough, take a trip to downtown Gladwin and hit the trout pond! Light boat traffic except on holiday weekends. Our cottage was built in the 20s and was one of the original cabins on Pratt Lake. It has a full kitchen with granite and dishwasher with all of the pots/pan/cookware amenities, 1 full bath room with tile floor, a large living room, lodge style knotty pine walls. Dark bamboo hardwood floors. There are three queen beds along with one sleeper sofa. Very open kitchen/ dining/sun room view looks out over beautiful views of the Lake.

Awesome sand bar to park your boat for a relaxing stop in the lake.

Enjoy 1000s of acres of state land within miles of quiet paved roads ideal for cycling, ATV, hunting or walking. Canoe around the lake at dusk for great wildlife viewing. Look for our breeding pair of bald eagles or listen to the loons on early Pratt lake mornings. Look out at the point and you may see our local deer enjoying the water.

Golfing within 10-15 minutes. 5 minutes to the public library.
6 miles to downtown Gladwin for shopping, 30 miles to Houghton Lake, Midland and West Branch. 2.5 hrs from both the greater Detroit and Grand Rapids suburbs. Excellent ice cream store with the Gladwin famous “Pigs Platter” within 4 miles that can’t be missed!


Keywords: Cabin, Cottage, Ranch, Lake Front, Lakefront, Waterfront, All Sports, hunting, ice fishing, snowmobiling, skiing, sledding, lodge

Property manager

Tom
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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

Pets allowed
Up to 2 dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gladwin

Located in Gladwin, this cottage is on the beach. Gladwin Heights Golf Course and Devil's Knob Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gladwin County Recreation Area and Gladwin School Nature Area. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Gladwin, MI

What's nearby

  • Pratt Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mud Lake - 10 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Gladwin Heights Golf Course - 14 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lake Lancer - 26 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Sugar Springs Golf Club - 32 min drive - 21.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Northern Expresso - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Macks on Main - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Riverwalk Place - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Peppermill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pipers Pub - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Pratt Lake Lakefront 2BR Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Pratt Lake Lakefront 2BR Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Pratt Lake Lakefront 2BR Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Pratt Lake Lakefront 2BR Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gladwin cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Pratt Lake and Sage Township Park. Gladwin County Recreation Area and Sage Township Hall are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Georgene K.

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

Very family friendly

Very cute place , would possible stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Very relaxing

Loved the cabin, lake and fishing! Would recommend to all!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcey P.

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

Great place to stay

We have been regulars here for good reason. Great place to enjoy family and entertain the kids without even leaving the property. House has everything you would need and easy check in/check out. Love this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Long weekend

Everything was just as described, lake water was perfect, cottage was clean and had almost everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb D.

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

Fantastic vacation!

I have rented this place before. One of the best cottages I’ve been in. My granddaughters loved the beach area and the lake itself. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lrb R.

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

Fun!

Super close to the water. Cute lake. Saw amazing northern lights and a meteor shower. The lake was are-able and my kid had a blast in the sand and beach water, but my kids (typically pool lovers) were not super willing to swim in the darker water. Still serene and pretty on the quiet lake. We did not have life jackets so did not do any boating. BYO lifejackets! House is charming, Had all we needed including ample towels. Cozy but spacious and bed were all very comfy! formcomfy!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

Had a great time

The cottage was great, the beach was great, the neighbors were friendly. Everything was great for us on our stay even the weather. The homeowner was always available to answer questions. I am looking forward to staying here again.

10/10 Excellent

Darcey P.

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

The best

Love the house, the location, the lake. House is very well kept. Love that there is both beach for the baby and deeper swimming for my two older kids without ever leaving the property. Lots of sandy bottom areas, good fishing-the complete package : ) we are already thinking about when we can come back.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen W.

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

Lovely stay

we loved everything about this cottage. The weather didn't cooperate but we had plenty to do. It had everything we needed and more. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H.

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

Lake front cabin

Absolutely loved this property. My family of 6 had an amazing time! The cabin had everything and more. The lake was beautiful and my children ranging from ages 6-17 had an absolute blast. Locally had some of the best ice cream and pizza we have ever had. I give our stay 10/10. We will definitely be making a return visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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Best vacation for the family

Absolutely love the updates done to the place since the last time we were there 10 years ago. Family loved the waterfront and appreciated the use of the floating dock. The neighbors were all very kind. The lake was fairly busy so we paddled in the beautiful mornings and watched the birds and jumping fish. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb D.

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

All you could ask for

The cottage had more room than I thought it would by the pictures I saw. Very nice and roomy kitchen. Enough space inside to spread out. Great beach area for my granddaughters. Very family oriented. I’m definitely keeping this on my list for return vacations.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashli C.

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

Great cottage and lake!

The lake was awesome, its the perfect size too! There is a fun sand bar right out front of the house. Kayak out there and hang for the day. I love that it was dog friendly! Plently of wood for bonfires. It had everything we needed. The cottage was cute, cozy, and clean. Beds were very comfortable. Tom was a great host! Easy to communicate with, super easy check in as well. It was the perfect long weekend get away! What a great location. I cant wait to come back! Thanks!!! ☺️☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Home away from home

We couldn’t love this cabin anymore. It’s an annual event with my daughters now. The cabin has everything you need except for food. The neighbors were very friendly. My daughter brought her Xbox in case she got bored.. she never took it out of the bag. :) we spent many hours sitting on the dock. We brought a 10x10 pop up canopy for the deck, so we could still sit outside in the rain. We will be back next year again. This is truly our home away from home. On a side note... you must go to the Corner Creamery for ice cream at least once (we went every night).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Lisa P.

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Pleasant place to stay

The cottage is just as charming as described. It's clean and comfortable. Be aware that there is no air conditioning, but there are fans available. We used the deck often to eat, read, and relax. There is a griddle grill on the deck as well as a full-service kitchen. Bring all of your own ingredients if you plan to cook. There was a little salt, pepper, some sugar packets, and some coffee (but no filters) in the cupboards. We took the rowboat out a couple of times. The oars are very old and wobbly but we managed just fine. The lake was busy on Sunday but quiet the rest of our stay. I didn't swim because the bottom of the lake is mushy after you walk out a little bit and I don't like that feeling. The neighbors were extremely nice, and it was quiet at night except for the loons, which were a delight to hear. The owner was very responsive, especially when we lost power due a storm on Tuesday afternoon. He had some flashlights delivered to the cottage that evening. He was very understanding when we decided to leave one day early (Wednesday) since the power wasn't expected to be back on until that night and it's so inconvenient to have no water to flush the toilets. All in all, it's a pleasant place in a lovely location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsey W., Bay City, MI

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We enjoyed the Red House on Pratt Lake.

This is our third year staying at this cottage. We really enjoy staying on Pratt Lake. The lake is super clean and sandy bottom. We brought our Kayak and Paddleboard and were able to spend most of our days on the lake. The house has everything you need to cook as well as nice newer furniture in the front room. Some things that would help make this a five star house: New linens in the bathroom.. We had a hard time finding large enough towels for showering.. It is mostly beach towels and older smaller towels. This was our third year here, and since our last stay, I think the cleaning has gone down hill a bit. I am a bit of a clean freak and for the price, I expect to walk into a clean property. The floor in the bathroom didn't seem like it was washed before our arrival and the cabinets could use a good scrubbing, as well as where the trash can is stored.. I pulled the trash can out to avoid having to look at the mess under the sink. The cleaning crew also left some cans behind for us to take care of... We really do love this cabin and think families would enjoy it, but it would need a little TLC in the cleaning department before we would come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Sally N.

The cabin was charming and quaint. My idea of what a cabin should be, however it was filthy.

When we walked in the cabin, I noticed the chairs were turned over and on top of the dining room table. At first I thought the cleaning personnel must have forgotten to put them down after cleaning. Wrong!! The floors were covered in sand, dust and grass. My husband and I decided to clean before we ever brought anything in. I believe there were clean sheets on the bed and the bathroom didn’t appear to be too bad, but that was it. The kitchen was very dirty. The windows, appliances, cabinet fronts, sink and dish drainer looked like they hadn’t been touched in years. Inside the cabinets were cobwebs and crumbs. Even the grill had not been cleaned in a very long time. My daughter has bad allergies and had a rough time with the dust the couple of days she was there. I guess the final straw was when my daughter’s dog kept sniffing under the edge of the couch and when we moved it, we discovered a dried up piece of ham. We ended up leaving a day early. I did contact the owner when we got home and he said he would reimburse the cleaning fee. I would never rent this cabin again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Jessica P.

Nice comfortable cabin

Cabin is pretty basic, owners description is spot on. Cabin was clean and had everything we needed (except food of course.) The lake was awesome and just as described. We didn't catch many fish, but I would think that is from the boat traffic on the lake which was fairly heavy during our stay. There is also great biking trails within 1 mile of the cabin. The reasons I only gave a 3 star rating are: The neighbors are very very close, (they are also the owners family and the weekend we were there they had a big crowd up, including lots of kids), pretty much you cannot have a conversation on the property without someone hearing you and you can also hear everyone else's conversation. So you can expect next to no privacy, which for some is no big deal but this weekend was mine and my husbands 1st solo vacation since we had a baby and we were looking for something a little quieter and with a little more privacy. Also the shower head is very low and you have to do weird backbends and what not to wash your hair, that wasn't much fun. The stove worked intermittently and is leaning to one side so some of our food cooked a little funny and the microwave is not usable (it sparks on the inside.) We couldn't use the outside gas grill either, there was still a lot of food "leavins" left on it and it had a funny smell, so we opted just to use our little charcoal grill we had brought with us. These were only all minor complaints and issues we had and overall we had a good time and enjoyed the cabin, even if we didn't exactly get the romantic getaway we were hoping for. The owner is super nice and was easy to work with. We will most likely not return just for the fact that the cabin is so close to the neighbors, that's just our personal preference though.

8/10 Good

Jim L.

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Nice Quiet Lake- Had great weather so that was a bonus in September-
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dionne P.

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Gladwin Trip

Absolutely wonderful! Gracious host and the neighbors were super friendly! We saw bald eagles a family of loons and did some fishing and floating. Had a wonderful visit with my granddaughter! Thank you for opening your home to us!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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So much fun!!

We are a family of 5 with three little boys (3,6,8) Thos vacation home was the perfect get away from us! The boys had so much fun playing in the lake and fishing off the dock! We saw bald eagles everyday, the sound of the loons on the lake was enchanting and the tiny Minos in the lake were fun to chase! The property was well maintained and clean with comfy beds and couches! We will be looking into renting again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darcey P.

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Great experience

Great swimming, nice views, and so many things to keep little ones entertained. Very clean, more sleep space than I anticipated. All in all, a wonderful experience-would definitely book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

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Amazing Property

Amazing home on beautiful lake. Home was clean, updated, offered all the essentials and than some, lots of options for sleeping, host was friendly & prompt. Views of lake from dining room table were breathtaking. We will definitely stay again. Photos listed are exactly what you will get in person. 10/10 stay amazing home & host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

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Great stay!

Enjoyed our stay at this quaint cottage on the lake! So peaceful and serene. Everything we needed was there. Enjoyed the kayak and outdoor seating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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Perfect quick getaway

This was a perfect quick getaway for me, my husband and our 3-year-old son. The house was comfortable for the three of us and they had the essentials we needed in the kitchen. I agree with another reviewer that more counter/storage space in the bathroom would be nice, but again, for a quick trip and only three of us, we managed just fine. I was slightly nervous that no A/C would be an issue, but with the ceiling fans and windows open, you really do get a nice breeze off the lake and it was very comfortable. The view of the lake and the beachfront were great! There were lots of beach toys for my son and the water was shallow enough and with a gradual drop-off for him to play all day! The canoe, row boat and kid kayak were a nice bonus for us to use. All-in-all it was a great Michigan summer getaway and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tom

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Ever since 1984, I’ve been coming to Pratt Lake. My wife and I knew we’d be going back to Pratt as often as we could. As our family grew to four children and a goldendoodle, we found Pratt to be the perfect place to take the kids and pup. They couldn't get enough of the lake. There was no question, we had to invest in our own 'Pratt Lake cabin.' We hope you'll enjoy all that Pratt Lake and northern Michigan has to offer. You'll want to keep coming back too! TJ and Maureen, Portage, MI.

Why they chose this property

My family bought on Pratt Lake 30 years ago and I spent every summer on the lake as a child. When our cottage was listed in 2007, we knew we wanted to create memories for our children just the same and bought it the same day it listed.

What makes this property unique

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