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NorthShore - on Guthrie Lake

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Relax in the glider by the shore of Guthrie Lake
The view toward the lake, along the screened porch
The capacious screened porch
Dining room (new carpet)
Living Room seats 10

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10144.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Frederic, MI
  • Guthrie Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

NorthShore - on Guthrie Lake

On nearly 3 acres, sharing an 11 acre tract with only one other (family member). Wonderful privacy, really wonderful lake for swimming or fishing; beach along the shore for swimming (depending on high-water level); 30-foot dock for boating (public boat ramp on the south end of the lake, a mile down the trail). Fire-pit by the shore (wood provided). Hiker-friendly woods. Cute squirrels and chipmunks; deer in the yard are not unusual. House has a great kitchen, open floor plan, much new carpet, new vinyl floors in kitchen, bath, utility, central heat and air conditioning; unlimited high speed wifi internet, Roku for two TVs, or watch DVDs (provided, some), or bring your own game console. Two full baths, 3 bedrooms, big screened porch for additional space, gas barbecue grill (gas provided). Handicap accessible. 14 foot aluminum boat with 6 hp motor (fuel provided); 12' canoe, hard SUP board, inflated two-person kayak.

From our cleaning and sanitation crew:
" We at IBKLEAN want to help our guests feel even more comfortable this summer. Time at the lake is for relaxing, not worrying.

We have been cleaning here for many years. This year we are doing things differently. The most important things are:
1) All staff will complete the Health Department required CDC paperwork before every clean. No one will work if they are not well.
2) Our staff will wear clean/new gloves, masks, and foot covers for every cleaning job.
We will use new/ clean ( in hottest water possible) cleaning tools for every cleaning job.
3) We will use the recommended 2 step cleaning, then disinfecting process, allowing enough time for the disinfectant to work.
4) All laundry will be washed in the hottest water possible. Baskets will be disinfected regularly.
5) We will maintain a check list of this process

We hope our commitment to everyone’s health and safety helps you feel at home. Thank you and have a wonderful time. "

Property manager

Bob Gilbert
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lakefront - children must be supervised
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$50 pet fee per pet required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Nowhere on the property
Because of the forest setting, and danger of fire, smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property. On the lake, or outside the gate, only.
Michigan law requires any boater fifteen years or younger to WEAR an appropriate flotation device at all times when on the water.
Fishing without a license (if over 15), or holding catches beyond limit, is strictly enforced by the State.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

Frederic

Located in Frederic, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Otsego Lake State Park and Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve, 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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Frederic, MI

What's nearby

  • Guthrie Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 21 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Loon Golf Resort - 26 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course - 27 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Lakes Golf Course - 31 min drive - 22.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Michaywe - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Inn The Woods Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Keg Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪D.J.'s II Quality Meats and Deli - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NorthShore - on Guthrie Lake pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at NorthShore - on Guthrie Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NorthShore - on Guthrie Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NorthShore - on Guthrie Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Guthrie Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Big Bradford Lake and Michaywe Pines Golf Course. Otsego Lake State Park and Au Sable River are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rich L.

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

Beautiful location!

We love staying here. The location is private and beautiful! We'll be back!
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnnette B.

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

Lake house

Our family loved the location and privacy of this lake house. The beach/dock area was perfect for swimming and kayaking. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Nice place

Very nice location. Secluded and peaceful. Kitchen has everything you could possibly imagine and was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

NorthShore review

Everything we wanted was here! Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Guthrie Lake Stay

Cottage was perfect for our family of 7. Large well stocked kitchen made it easy to prepare meals. Lakefront was very quiet and nice to cool off. Great view of full moon and lake from fire pit. Highly recommend to any family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Family Vacation

Lovely location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin b.

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

Family fun

Second time staying. Both times good experiences . Military plans over head were loud this time in the evening not good. Fishing great lake nice
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe Z.

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

Enjoyable lake front property

Had a very good time with family, enjoyed the view and all the water toys.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Fantastic flora n fauna

Beautiful property deep in the woods filled with ferns and liile critters, lots of birds, deer and canapy of pine. Lake was perfect to seim, vlean and clear watm and refreshing. House was average, beds were ok. Enjoyed porch for fresh air while relaxing with a book and coffee. Worth the cost, distance drive was 4.5hrs and easy to get to. and pine
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy W.

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

Beautiful Property.

Had a family vacation here and it was wonderful. Loved the lake and the big kitchen . Bob was a great host and responded to all our question quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mj H.

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

Relaxing

Nice peaceful property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Very clean- Lake Guthrie was very beautiful and peaceful.

Owner very responsive. Would definitely rent again. Great for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan W., United States

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

Perfect place!

We had a great time! Perfect cottage for our family of 5 and our pup. Beds are comfy and plenty of seating and tables for stuff, games and dinner. Loved hearing and seeing the loons!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott L., Hartland

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

Great, Relaxing 3 Days

We had a very relaxing time. The property was very clean and communication with the owner was great. We hope to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie G., Wyoming

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

Great getaway!

My family and I had a great time getting out of the city. We enjoyed the lake very much. Also, just the quiet nature that surrounded us. We loved it and would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rich L.

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

Beautiful spot on private lake

Really enjoy our stays at Guthrie Lake. The home is secluded right on the lake with private dock on sandy shore. Perfect for many water adventures. Thank you Bob for another fine family vacation.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria F.

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

Fun, comfortable stay

Lots of room for the family to spread out. Crystal clear lake water for swimming and fishing. Great bonfire and the host was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea p.

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

Better than advertised

This was an awesome place to stay!! Entire family had a blast. The lake is so clear and beautiful pictures do not do it justice. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn C.

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

Relaxing Time

Everything was great Cottage was comfortable in a lovely setting. We had a very enjoyable time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Location

My family loved staying at this location. The house had enough room to sleep 8 adults and two pets comfortably with an amazing sun room and spacious kitchen. The ORV / ATV trails were just down the road. The lake was great for Canoeing.

8/10 Good

Greg K.

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

Frederik

Just what our family needed! Great place to relax. Also we caught a lot of bass and pan fish. Wonderful place to vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

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

Vacay stay July 4th week.

Very nice property. We had a great (and peaceful) time. Bob Gilbert was near, but was unobtrusive, and there when we needed him. I would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan W., United States

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

Peaceful and unplugged!

Had a great time! Cottage was just what we needed. The porch was the best place. We enjoyed all the water toys too. Thank you!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Tranquility

Beautiful home nestled in the woods on the shore of one of the premier inland lakes in the State. The peace and quiet allowed us to forget about the craziness of what we citiots call normal.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Great time with tremendous seclusion.

Wonderful time with lots of scenery and relaxation. Only one real complaint was the need for better beds as they are quite dated. Otherwise house was very comfortable. Will be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Bob Gilbert

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Bob Gilbert grew up on this property, in the adjacent family home. In the summer of 2012 Bob and his wife Cindy put NorthShore, their vacation home, in its place down by the lake shore. Building the 12 x 40 foot deck (33' screened) took a lot of Bob's time that summer, getting it ready for the next year, when others might enjoy it, too. Bob winters in Florida (he is Registrar at Florida Bible College of Tampa), but enjoys the gorgeous summers in northern lower Michigan. His wife Cindy retired from a career of 30+ years teaching, and they together enjoy their children and their children' families. They have a travel trailer for their own use, at the north end of the property, when guests are in their vacation home.

Why they chose this property

NorthShore is accessible - just 5 miles off I-75 (at exit 270), yet wonderfully private. The lake is pristine, with a sandy bottom, perfect for wading and swimming, even with young children (a lovely big sand-bar goes out from the swimming beach), and also for fishing for large- and small- mouth bass, perch, bluegills, northern pike . . . other water sports are also permitted. There is a public boat landing at the southeast end of the lake, if you desire to bring yor own boat, or rent one locally. Bob has available an inflatable 12' two-man kayak , a 12' canoe, and a 14' rowboat (with motor) for a small additional charge, by the day or by the week ($125 for all).

What makes this property unique

The views from the living room, the dining room, the master bedroom (with places to stretch out and read or nap, when you can take your eyes away from the view!) The quiet; the animals; hiking in the woods or on the trails. Sitting on the dock; by the lake in the glider . . . Cooking out on the grill; the great porch-deck. Enjoying the firepit by the lake - s'mores? Sleeping outside in the cool of the screened porch, if you want to.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests