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Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!

2.0 star property
Cabin in Elmira with sauna and Hot tub

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Escape to a peaceful retreat in Northern Michigan at this secluded cabin, centrally located near Gaylord. Unwind with a sauna and indoor hot tub, or gather around the fireplace after exploring nearby destinations like Mackinac Island and Petoskey.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!

Newly listed! Our home away from home in Northern Michigan is 15 miles west of Gaylord and is centrally situated to several great destinations for the entire family to enjoy. Located on a private and quiet double lot in beautiful Lakes of the North, its secluded location offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The cabin has 4 bedrooms plus an overflow loft (sleeps 9), along with two full bathrooms. The kitchen is completely stocked to cook for an army if you’d like, along with a full size washer and dryer. After a long day of adventuring, enjoy the sauna and indoor hot tub, or warm up next to the fireplace. Outside there is plenty of space to park your trailers, plus a nice fire pit with plenty of wood to cook s’mores (cooking sticks provided).

If you want to do a little shopping or dining, the Alpine Village of Gaylord is just a quick 15 minute drive and offers several great local restaurants. If you care to venture out a bit further, the cabin is centrally located, allowing you to easily make a day trip to some of the best resort towns in the state (Mackinac Island - 70 miles, Petoskey - 50 miles, Traverse City -50 miles).

Looking for a home base for snowmobile or ATV riding? The cabin's proximity to Trail 4 makes it an ideal base for snowmobile or ATV enthusiasts, granting access to some of Northern Michigan's finest riding trails. Located in ‘the buckle’ of the Northern Michigan snowbelt, there is an average snowfall over 150 inches a year! Want to ski? Boyne Mountain – one of the largest ski resorts in Michigan – is less than 30 minutes away, and several smaller resorts are even closer.

As part of LOTN there are several amenities available right in the neighborhood, including Deer Run Golf Course, Settings Restaurant, an outdoor ice skating rink and two swimming lakes with playgrounds. For an ADDITIONAL FEE, you can also access the community clubhouse with indoor pool slides, basketball courts, tennis courts, and pickleball.

This home has been in our family for 20 years and has provided so many great memories. If you have any questions about the area or the home, don’t hesitate to ask! As this is a new listing, we are offering discounted rates for early renters who will work with us as we refine our renting procedures.

Other amenities:
Internet / wifi
TV in living room and two bedrooms (all equipped with Roku smart systems)
Kitchen includes coffee maker, griddle, blender, toaster, dishwasher, microwave
Propane gas grill
Board games, cooler, tennis rackets, campfire cooking utensils available for use
Washer and dryer with secondary drink refrigerator
outdoor fire pit with firewood

PLEASE NOTE - The home does NOT have central air conditioning, but there is a large mini-split heat pump that cools the majority of the house comfortably. There are also fans are available in the closets and there are several ceiling fans throughout. With the cool mornings and open windows the house remains comfortable.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please no smoking or vaping of any kind inside the home.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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

About the area

Map
Elmira, MI

What's nearby

  • Gaylord Country Club - 21 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Pine Baron Pathway - 23 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 26 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Call of the Wild Museum - 28 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 28 min drive - 29.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪deer run pro tavern - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪blackberry patch - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Vintage's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Westside Pizza - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Settings - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! located?

Situated in Elmira, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Black Forest Golf Course, Pine Baron Pathway and Natural Golf Course. Gaylord Country Club and Big Bradford Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for family time together. Lots of room in this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun little community up north!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

A beautiful getaway!

Quiet and inviting with plenty of room. This house had everything we needed! The host was super responsive too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof F.

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

Great Secluded Location

Stayed there for our annual golf trip, good place and great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David I.

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

Great get away

Great place for family getaway everything was easy from booking to checking in and out
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Up North cabin was very roomy and quite nice. We enjoyed some quality family time playing games, enjoying a bon fire, and spending a day on Mackinac Island. Jay responded quickly to questions and provided us with area information.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug & Sharron P.

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

Anniversary weekend

The cabin was centrally located to all the places we wanted to visit: Charlevoix, Petosky, Our family had a great time and loved that everyone had their own rooms. The weather was chilly but that certainly wasn’t the host’s fault … we were thankful for a fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was excellent in communicating with us. There were some problems and they immediately called to get help and try to resolve the problem. They were great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Great place to stay

The place is clean and very comfortable. Plenty of room for guests. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted Z.

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

Snowmobile trip

We were very impressed with how clean the property was. The layout was perfect for our group. We were close to the trail system, and to town. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

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

Beautiful cabin in Northern Michigan

The deacriptions of the property are accurate. The property is well appointed. Everything that we needed was available. The kitchen was very well stocked with equipment. The complex has plenty of activities, as well as being near to Mackinac, Petosky, and Traverse City.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

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

Great cabin in the woods

We enjoyed our time here. Updates are needed but overall it was a great quiet place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Golf Get A Way

Great place. Secluded and quiet. Plenty of amenities. Host was helpful. Would stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Awesome Spot

This house is everything you could ask for in Northern Michigan. It was very clean, spacious, and inviting. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and will definitely rent again in the future. Jay was awesome to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

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

Family Weekend Away

Our family enjoys a weekend away each winter and we look for a place with lots of bedrooms and at least two bathrooms. This place had what we needed with the extras such as the hot tub and sauna and use of the community pool. Not only did we enjoy our time together but also all the amenities that came with it. We had a very relaxing and enjoyable time. Gaylord is not far away so we spent time there as well. This place was just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

R B.

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

The Bubps

Very nice spacious home for large family, great hot tub for those sore muscles after long days ride. Little out in the boonies but definitely doable riding sleds on the roads to the trails. Parking was good for the most part, especially with two large sled trailers. Hope to return on another trip soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine C.

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

Wonderful Stay

Very comfortable and spacious. Fully stocked kitchen. Plenty of towels for washrooms, hot tub and sauna. Comfortable seating outside. Easy drive to the Coastal Towns. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

Like visiting close friends

This home is warm and welcoming. We felt like we had been here many times before. The location is perfect as a home base for various outdoor activities. Or just a quiet weekend to unplug and enjoy family. My wife and I are already talking about future trips to this home during different seasons.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

Wedding /golf weekend

Great woodsy cabin. Had plenty of room for our 2 families. Everyone got their own bedroom. Liked having some bedrooms with TVs and fans and large living area with TV and dining table for card playing. Furniture alittle dated but overall cabin worked well for our weekend .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heather L.

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

Colltvisit and respite weekend

The property is so peaceful and beautiful! This is a property well loved by its owner. I think they are new to renting out their home and have a few things to update and work on. That being said, we did not lack for anything and had a good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

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

Amazing, relaxing week

Our large family arrived ready to relax and unwind, but I had trouble getting into the house. The owner responded immediately. The issue was mine -- I absolutely needed this wonderful weekend in the woods. The hot tub was perfect, the kitchen had everything we needed and the sitting area by Pencil Lake was quiet and private. We've rented properties in Northern Michigan for 25 years and this was one of the best. The house is close enough to all our favorite spots, while still feeling like it's nestled in the woods. My only complaint? The stick vacuum was filthy and although I tried, it needed more of a deep clean than I could provide. All in all, this was an amazing place to recharge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin for our family get-away - 6 adults and 4 kids and everyone had enough space! Check-in and communication with the host was easy, great location with a lot of things to do in the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Cute Cozy comfortable clean cabin

We had a very enjoyable stay at Jay’s cabin in “Lakes of the North”. The beds were all very comfortable and house was very well taken care of. It has older decor wich made it feel very Nostalgic and reminded me of my childhood. Jay was very easy to communicate with before and during our stay. I would highly recommend this beautiful place in Elmira.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025