[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games Beachfront chalet for sun and fun ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81600000/81597100/81597091/93fa2d97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81600000/81597100/81597091/653bc357.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81600000/81597100/81597091/5760a132.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81600000/81597100/81597091/a84085d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81600000/81597100/81597091/a15c2e56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the tranquil shores of Martin Lake at North Shore Chalet, a charming 70's-styled retreat in Northern Michigan. Relax in the cozy living room with an electric fireplace and enjoy stunning lake views from the vaulted ceiling area or unwind on the porch with stargazing opportunities. Take advantage of quality amenities like free Netflix, fast Wi-Fi, comfortable bedding and towels, a fully stocked kitchen for culinary exploration. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire chalet 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8950 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Beach view - Air conditioning - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 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 transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - 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 - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111824700/111824643/1ae5ac22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy and Recently Updated Lakefront Home in Serene Gaylord Gaylord - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=111824643&PinnedHotelID=111824643&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83270000/83261500/83261423/52ba70fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront 3 Bedroom Townhome - Fall colors and Quaint Towns - Sleeps 8 Gaylord - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=83261423&PinnedHotelID=83261423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23550000/23546900/23546830/e1d8c243.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Log Home, fireplace, snowmobile trails, parking, skiing, dog-friendly gaylord - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.6 Excellent 190 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=23546830&PinnedHotelID=23546830&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88780000/88777700/88777675/b03e1d6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Northern MI Getaway w/ Lake Views! 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Ple \- Per our HOA rules, all guests must sign a rental ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) Note from host: $75 per dog per stay ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Indoor fireplace & staircase. ### 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 Onsite 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](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.05523%2C-84.78950&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cW1SGW9hfIbgVMeiSKYHWVrYHPo=) Gaylord, MI #### What's nearby - Gaylord Country Club - 4 min drive - 4.7 km - Gaylord Discovery Center - 14 min drive - 17.0 km - Otsego County Sportsplex - 14 min drive - 17.0 km - Boyne Mountain - 21 min drive - 27.1 km - Otsego Lake State Park - 23 min drive - 29.9 km #### Getting around - Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Five Guys - ‬10 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. ### How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $132.94, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Gaylord-Hotels-Fall-Sales.h81597091.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Lakefront Vintage Chalet Surrounded by Lush Forest + Boats, Kayaks, Retro Games located? > This Gaylord chalet is on the beach, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Gaylord Country Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Otsego Golf Club and Bavarian Falls Park. Pine Baron Pathway and North Central State Trail are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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