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Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Property grounds
Exterior detail
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 888 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is NZ$555
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

Map
Gaylord, MI
  • Gaylord Country Club
    4 min drive
  • Bavarian Falls Park
    12 min drive
  • Call of the Wild Museum
    12 min drive
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    13 min drive

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About the area

Gaylord

A family-friendly stay in Gaylord awaits you at this chalet. You'll be 21.4 km (13.3 mi) from Boyne Mountain. Highlights at this beachfront chalet include a kitchen, free WiFi and a fireplace. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Other amenities include a games room and barbecues. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Gaylord chalet include Gaylord Country Club and Otsego County Historical Museum.

What's nearby

  • Gaylord Country Club - 4 min drive
  • Call of the Wild Museum - 12 min drive
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 13 min drive
  • Boyne Mountain - 19 min drive
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 19 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games

Searching for your next lakeside retreat amidst lush woods in Northern Michigan? Our delightful & retro-styled 70's chalet, located on the peaceful shores of Martin Lake near Gaylord, offers a serene hideaway while being only a short drive to shops, restaurants, and popular attractions in the region - countless parks & hiking trails, 20+ golf courses w/in 30 min, Sky Bridge (16 min), Boyne City (24 min), Petoskey (36 min), Charlevoix (44 min), Harbor Springs (48 min), Mackinaw City (1 hr).

**There is no washer/dryer at the vintage chalet. See more details below.**
**Dogs under 20 lbs are welcome; 1 max; $100 per stay**
**2 kayaks and 2 boats will be available for this summer**

***What sets us apart***
- 5-star hospitality, as shown by our rave guest reviews
- Response within minutes, not hours :)
- Premium & sustainable personal care products from Public Goods
- High cleaning standards
- Quality and comfortable bedding and towels
- A fully stocked kitchen, electric fireplace, board games, vinyl music player, fast Wi-Fi, free Netflix, retro games, boats, kayaks, and so much more
- An unbeatable location to relax by a non-motorized lake surrounded by beautiful woods or easily access the best of Northern Michigan

The North Shore Chalet is a charming, compact 950 sq ft home that offers a cozy space that sleeps up to 8 guests.

Sleeping Areas: we provide all linens and comfortable bedding.
- BEDROOM 1 (main level): 1 queen bed, plus a closet, luggage rack, dresser with plenty of storage (direct access to the main floor bathroom)
- BEDROOM 2 (main level): 2 twin beds, plus a dresser with ample storage and a laptop friendly work space (no closet but there is a rack to hang clothes)
- BEDROOM 3 (upper level): 1 queen bed, plus a laptop friendly work space (no closet but there is a rack to hang clothes)
- BEDROOM 4 (upper level): 2 cot size bunk beds, plus shelves of books and board games and a dresser with some storage

Bathrooms: we provide quality towels (e.g., bath towel, hand towel, wash cloth, makeup towel), premium, sustainable personal care products from Public Goods (e.g., shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, hand soap), and an initial supply of toilet papers (enough for a few days).
- BATHROOM 1: full bath (bathtub)
- BATHROOM 2: 3/4 bath (standing shower)

Kitchen: fully stocked with pots, pans, utensils, and spices plus a charcoal grill. We also provide an initial supply of Keurig coffee pods, ground coffee, creamer, tea, condiments (e.g., ketchup, mayo, mustard), trash bags, laundry detergent pods, and paper towels. Longer stays or a large number of guests will need to bring extra.

Entertainment: enjoy our smart TV with free streaming services on us (e.g., Netflix, HBO Max, Paramount), along with a nice selection of popular movie DVDs (e.g., Harry Potter, Jurassic World, Mission Impossible). We provide some of the most popular, family-friendly board games (e.g., Ticket to Ride, Monopoly, Uno, Mini Bean Bags, Mini Foosball). In addition, a row boat and a paddle boat plus several fishing rods (in the utility closet) are available for guests to use during their stay. Lastly, in the loft area, guest can go back in time with the help of our vintage record player along with 40 handpicked music records.

Living Room/Dining Area: enjoy a great open space with vaulted ceiling and direct view of Martin Lake. Cozy around the electric fireplace for games, movies, and conversations.

Porch: there is a charcoal grill plus an ample supply of charcoals for your use, along with an outdoor dining area that seats four. At night, try keeping the porch light off, so you can stargaze from the porch or on the sandy shore.

Parking: each reservation comes with 2 parking spots in the community parking lot.

AREA: the chalet is only 6 minutes away from the closet gas station and 12 minutes drive to Gaylord, where you can find many restaurants, grocery stores, and a movie theater.

AC: summer is fairly mild in Northern Michigan. Like many homes in the region, there is no central air conditioning in the unit. That said, we do provide a portable AC unit along with 4 portable/standing fans, and we encourage guests to open the windows to help with air circulation when necessary.

WASHER/DRYER: due to septic tank limitation, there is no in-unit washer and dryer.

WATER: Due our water source coming from a well near a lake, depending on the season, the water (especially when hot) may have a sulfur smell. This is quite common for our area. Please note that the water is perfectly healthy to drink, and we do provide a gallon of spring/purified water to start plus a water purifier jug for your use.

* The chalet is located in a wooded area, so you may see and hear bugs, furry critters of all sizes (including but not limited to deer, squirrels, and rodents), and reptiles. Our property has regularly scheduled pest control, however, we cannot guarantee that any such critters will not be visible in and around the property. Please try to keep the doors closed, do not leave food outside to prevent entry of unwanted critters. Also do not feed any wildlife as they are wild animals. No refunds will be provided if a local critter visits the property.

* Children are welcome at the chalet; however, Parents should use their own discretion when booking.

* No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are beyond our control.

Property manager

Jared

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $75 per dog per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Indoor fireplace & staircase.

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games have a pool?

No, this chalet doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games?

As of 5 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games on 11 Nov 2024 start from NZ$555.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games?

No, Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
July 4th weekend
It was pretty much as described! We really enjoyed the retro album and CD player! I would recommend bringing your favorite CDs! It was nice to spend quality time with our adult children! Played lots of cards in the evenings! Very nice vacay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
What a great spot! The area was peaceful and totally relaxing for our family getaway. The beds were so comfy, and the place is so thoughtfully laid out to accommodate a larger group and give everyone privacy. The lake was lovely, and the use of the paddle boat /kayaks was a great bonus. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a stop off from Wisconsin
We just had a small stop off here as we were driving for a soccer tournament to break up the drive. Perfect location for us and our 2 kids. Plenty of room and comfortable beds. Kids already said that they want to come and spend more time here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Skiing
So fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Had reunion with a group of friends. The accommodations were great. Clean, and nice views of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MAUREEN T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend
We stayed for a long weekend. The beds are super comfortable. It was a quiet and lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property
We loved this property. Traveled with my 4 kids (11-20) and a dog It was a well stocked house, including a small but well stocked kitchen, towels, bedding, games, movies, and fun lake entertainment. Everyone slept comfortably, there wasn't a bad room in the house. Despite the lack of AC, in July we stayed cool with the provided fans and open windows. Great fishing in the lake, fun to paddle and swim in, with a floating dock and platform. Lily pads and trilliums on the property thrilled my plant loving heart. Parking was close and easy. Location was great for exploring everything from Mackinac Island to Traverse city. Really, everything was perfect. Loved this place. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful up north getaway
We loved this sweet chalet. It was cozy and had so many extra little touches. Super comfortable beds, great game selections for the kids, kayaks/paddle boats/fishing poles all provided with the listing. We had a great breeze and plenty of windows and fans that made even hot days feel cool for sleeping. The little retro touches were adorable and overall we just were very satisfied with the cabin. Of course the view was amazing and the quiet lake was great for kayaking and fishing. Jared was a rockstar who checked on us and made sure all our needs were met! He went above and beyond! As far as the location we were a simple 10 minutes to groceries, shops and dining. It felt like a country get away but really was so close to everything we needed. We’d definitely recommend this spot!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spot
This is a great cabin to rent. The lake is beautiful and peaceful. Plenty of fish to be caught or boats to enjoy. The owner is very responsive and did a great job. I highly recommend this stay for kids and/or adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and beautiful
Loved our stay in this beautiful chalet! Felt spacious, the layout worked very well for our group of 5 adults. The pictures can only partially convey the peaceful, fun vibe of this place! We all felt such positive vibes and it just made us happy hanging out here! Lovely decor, lots of supplies that made you feel welcome, and not like you were intruding in someone else’s space. Owner was great to work with as well. We have told lots of friends about this hidden gem and will definitely be back! Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C., detroit, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Property is as described. The location and small lake are gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Situated on a pretty lake. Great space for whole family. Very clean and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
Such a sweet place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away to disconnect. We actually read books.
Out of the way area but 10 minutes from Gaylord. Great location overall. The view of the lake was peaceful and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek P., Allegan Mi

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Great location on a quiet lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022