Gaylord Lodge: Forest Escape: Golf, Ski, Fish and Sleep 8!

GAYLORD LODGE
SLEEPS: 8
BEDROOMS: 4
BATHROOMS: 2

Escape to your own private forest retreat just minutes from the best of Gaylord. Nestled among the trees, this spacious 4-bedroom home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests, making it the perfect getaway for families, golfers, outdoor enthusiasts, and friends. Spend your days teeing off at nearby Treetops Resort, exploring the scenic trails of Pigeon River Country State Forest, fishing pristine northern lakes, or hitting the slopes during ski season. After a day of adventure, gather around the fire pit under the stars, relax in the peaceful wooded setting, and enjoy the privacy and tranquility that make this home feel like a true Up North escape—all while being just a short drive from downtown Gaylord's dining, shopping, and entertainment.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Central Air is at the property.

ATV's: Not on property

Bathrooms:
Bathroom 1: (Main Level) Tub/Shower combo, Toilet, Sink
Bathroom 2: (Lower Level) Walk in Shower, Toilet, Sink

Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom 1: (Main Level) Queen
Bedroom 2: (Main Level) Queen
Bedroom 3: (Lower Level) Twin over Full (futon style) bunk
Bedroom 4: (Lower Level) Queen

Boat Launch: Ostego Lake State Park Public Boat Launch is 16 miles (23 min) away.

Bugs: This is a wooded lot that is in the upper area of Michigan. Bugs, ticks, mosquitos and all the normal Michigan bugs will be found. Bug spray is highly recommended.

Cable: No cable but there are smart TV's at the property as well as a DVD player and DVD's.

Cell Phone Service: All cell services will work but wifi calling is strongest option.

Coffee Maker: There is a 12 cup coffee maker for guest use. It is filterless. Some coffee will be provided.

Distances:
Treetops Golf and Ski Resort: 8 min (4.3 miles)
Downtown Gaylord 14 min (8.9 miles)
Pigeon River Country 24 min (13 miles)
Sturgeon River Preserve 9 min (5.8 miles)
State Forest
Black Mountain Trail System: 1 hr 9 min (57.8 miles)
Headlands Dark-Sky Park: 1 hr 8 min (62 miles)
Mackinac Bridge: 1 hr 12 min (69.6 miles)
Roger's City: 1 hr 18 min (69.5 miles)
Tahquamenon Falls State Park: 2 hr 22 min (140 miles)
Traverse City: 1 hr 35 min (68.9 miles)
Tunnel of Trees: 1 hr 12 min (61.8 miles)

Drinking Water: Well water, but it is drinkable.

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: There is a wood burning fireplace at the property. One bundle of wood will be provided.

Fire-pit: Yes there is a fire pit.

Fishing: You can fish nearby at Otsego Lake which is 23 minutes away.

Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.

Fishing Poles: Please bring your own.

Golf:
Treetops Golf Club: 5.1 miles (8 min)
Mulligans at the Bluffs 8 miles (12 min)
Otsego Resort 8 miles (12 min)
Gaylord Golf Mecca 9 miles (13 min)

Grill: There is a propane grill for guest use

Grocery Store: Family Fare, Meijer, and Walmart are all a 20 minute drive away in downtown Gaylord

Handicap Friendly: There are no additional amendments to this property that make it ADA compliant.

Heat: Propane forced air heating

Hunting: No hunting at the property

Internet/WIFI: Yes

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: There is ample parking at the property for 4 cars. No garage access.

Pets: Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: Although there is a neighbor nearby, they are not visible and the property offers seclusion.

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.

Space: This is a one level property with a finished basement and two egress rooms on lower level.

Seniors: Seniors are welcome at the property. There are 4 stairs to enter the property via the front deck.

Televisions:
Bedroom 1: 43" Smart TV
Living Room : 43" Smart TV
Lower Level: 65" Smart TV and DVD player

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes

Wood: Please provide your own wood. One small bundle of wood will be provided for the wood burning stove inside. Please only use 12 inch wood for woodstove inside.