Title: Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire chalet # Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling Family-friendly beachfront location with water park ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20050000/20041100/20041038/5a3e12bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20050000/20041100/20041038/87d5c786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20050000/20041100/20041038/f6e9b4b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20050000/20041100/20041038/17e93c6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20050000/20041100/20041038/09f3ef54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Unwind in a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath chalet nestled near downtown Gaylord. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Lake Arrowhead with priceless views from the floor to ceiling door Wall of Windows. You'll have access to a deck and dock for kayaking, barbecuing or swimming while ending your night in the private hot tub. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire chalet 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Parking available - Kitchen - Fireplace ## 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. ### Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling Escape to this spacious lakefront chalet, where you can leave your worries behind & experience Michigan in its purest form.This updated Alpine-style home is perfect for family fun year-round, offering full access to the lake with a deck & dock.Kayak, swim, barbecue, or simply relax while enjoying endless outdoor adventures, then cap the day with priceless sunset views from your private outdoor hot tub.Just 6 miles from downtown Gaylord, this chalet is the perfect blend of relaxation & adventure! THE SPACE Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Lake Arrowhead at this cozy, family-friendly 3-bedroom, 2-bath chalet in Gaylord, with stunning lake views from floor-to-ceiling windows. This lake lover’s retreat comes with air conditioning for hot summer months and is just minutes from golf, biking, and hiking trails. Downtown Gaylord’s Alpine Village is a short drive away. Relax with a family BBQ on the deck, unwind in the private hot tub, or gaze at the stars or Northern Lights from the beach-side fire pit (bring wood). KITCHEN Dining room seating for 6, plus breakfast bar for 4 Newer appliances, cookware, bakeware, utensils, spices, dishware & flatware Kitchen towels and washcloths included BEDROOMS Master Bedroom: King bed, Smart TV Bedroom 2 (main floor): Queen bed Bedroom 3 (upstairs): 3 Queen beds, Smart TV (perfect for kids; adults on main floor) All linens, pillows, and blankets provided BATHROOMS Main floor: full bath with shower & tub Upstairs: full bath with tub only Towels and washcloths included ENTERTAINMENT High-speed Wi-Fi throughout 3 TVs: Living room 60” Smart Samsung TV, Master 36” Smart HD TV w/ Fire Stick, Upstairs 46” Smart HD TV Recreation room in attached unheated garage: foosball, ping pong, and extra-large dog kennel Natural wood-burning stove in living room (bring wood) LAKESIDE LIVING / OUTDOOR AMENITIES 4 kayaks with paddles and life jackets on private sandy beach Huge deck facing lake with private hot tub, patio dining, and propane BBQ (2 tanks) Dock for fishing or tying off boats; pontoon rentals available (no tubing) Wood-burning fire pit at beach with chairs Kids’ log playhouse Lake offers bass, perch, bluegill, sunfish, & pike ASSOCIATION AMENITIES (Lakes of the North, 10 min drive) Hundreds of miles of walking, biking, ATV, and snowmobile trails Indoor pool with water slides, children’s shallow end, hot tubs Basketball, tennis, pickleball, beach volleyball, playground Harold Lake & Pencil Lake beach access Deer Run Golf Course Snowmobile DNR trails Small fees for some amenities, paid on-site and set up in advance WINTER ACTIVITIES Snowmobile DNR Trail #4 accessible from cabin (no trailer needed) Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, nearby ski hills 4WD/AWD recommended in winter SPRING, SUMMER & FALL ACTIVITIES Heated outdoor association pool (Memorial Day–Labor Day) Pickleball, basketball courts, playground nearby 25+ golf courses within 15–20 minutes Hiking and biking trails for all skill levels LOCAL WILDLIFE & OUTDOOR FUN Elk viewing at Jay’s Sporting Goods Birdwatching: bald eagles, loons, ducks, hummingbirds, woodpeckers Morel mushroom hunting in May FAMILY & LOCAL ACTIVITIES Bowling, cinema, mini golf, go-karts, Sports-Plex swimming/ice skating Call of the Wild wildlife park, fudge shops, museums Nearby destinations: Traverse City (45 min), Petoskey (35 min), Mackinaw City (1 hr), Boyne Mountain (25 min) Less than 15 min to Gaylord for shopping, dining, and entertainment ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No Smoking Cottage-Thank you! ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Heated pool - Kayak - Table tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20050000/20041000/20040975/1ebf61c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No unauthorized or added guests after confirmed booking, No Parties Reunions Campers or loud music Quiet Time 10pm-8am $150/nt unregistered guest/pets No barking dogs, pet contained on property, clean up doggie doo, no free roaming, pet off furniture/beds,Service dogs are verified/checked at check in Be respectful to home and neighbors as you are guests. Association reserves the right to ask guests to leave if required due to bad behavior-no refund ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: $20/nt/tax for 2 pets max., NO HUNTING DOGS ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Not suitable for infants for children under 2 ### Events No events allowed Homes are highly monitored by private association ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No Smoking Cottage-Thank you! ## 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 Note from host: Homes are highly monitored by private association Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Sunset Beach W/outdoor Hot Tub Lake Arrowhead Kayaks Wi-fi Pool Sunset Beach Lakefront W/outdoor Hot Tub! Snowmobile/ski/golf! ## 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%7C44.94772%2C-84.81139&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lkOeWo4kyj1yygWc-vtQh62sKKU=) Gaylord, MI #### What's nearby - Gaylord Country Club - 17 min drive - 18.5 km - Otsego Lake State Park - 22 min drive - 20.2 km - Call of the Wild Museum - 24 min drive - 25.8 km - Bavarian Falls Park - 24 min drive - 25.8 km - Gaylord Discovery Center - 24 min drive - 26.5 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 66 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪deer run pro tavern - ‬23 min drive - ‪Vintage's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Otsego Lake Men's Club - ‬25 min drive - ‪The Apple House - ‬17 min drive - ‪Osprey Grill at Black Forest - ‬21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling? > As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling on Nov 24, 2025 start from CA $245.79, 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-Sunset-Beach-Chalet-WHot-Tub-Fire-Pit-Close-To-Hiking-Skiing-Snowmobiling-Fun.h20041038.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling pet-friendly? > Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling located? > Nestled on the beach, this Lake Arrowhead chalet is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pine Baron Pathway, Natural Golf Course, and Gaylord Country Club. Black Forest Golf Course and Big Bradford Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sunset Beach Chalet with Hot Tub & Fire Pit Near Hiking, Skiing & Snowmobiling Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 72 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole B. Apr 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wondeful! Everything was wondeful, would stay again in a heart beat. ##### Nicole B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan Q. Aug 24, 2016 #### Great, relaxing rental We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very nice and the lake was beautiful. John & Dorene were very easy to work with and were quick to respond to questions. ##### Dan Q. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rich L. Sep 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice couple of days in September. Very relaxing time at a beautiful chalet right on a picturesque up-north lake. Great fishing and campfires! Away from big cities but close enough to Gaylord to make quick trips for any needs. ##### Rich L. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### audra l. Apr 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice long week-end get away we enjoyed our winter spring break. the hot tub was a hit, sitting outside while it was snowing!!!! The house was clean and the beds were comfy! Everything was as listed, it was a nice stay. ##### audra l. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Eileen M. Jan 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### nice stay Good ##### Eileen M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family vacation spot We had an amazing time. The water was crystal clear. We kayaked everyday. The hot tub was amazing and the kids had such a good time. Never once did we hear "im bored" perfect vacation spot for some relaxation and family time ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline R. Sep 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls weekend Clean & organized home with plenty of room, perfect spot on the lake, great activities, great hot tub and close enough to town. ##### Jacqueline R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth S. Nov 6, 2018 #### A relaxing getaway We stayed in this cabin for a long weekend getaway and it was very relaxing. Everything was clean. We had a nice welcome note on the counter when we got there. I would recommend staying at this owners rentals. We enjoyed the outdoor hot tub even in the snow. ##### Ruth S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin M. Aug 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family vacation! We had a great time at this home. Perfect layout for our 3 boys with the loft bedroom. Kitchen is well stocked and had everything we needed for the week. Location is great! only a couple minute walk to the pool. Good bluegill fishing right from the dock. The boat was great for sunset cruises. We will definetly be back!! ##### Kevin M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### CyndiLou M., Bay City, Michigan Aug 9, 2012 #### Fantastic Time! The description of the Chalet was accurate! Was very clean & fully stocked with kitchen amenities, had a great lay out with the beach/dock and beach toys (boats). Had books/videos, games, pie irons, etc. We had 8 people & 2 dogs with us and had plenty of room & stuff to do. The surrounding neighborhood with association pool was very nice. The hot tub was a great treat! And you are only 7 miles to the city of Gaylord (Meijer, TJMaxx, downtown shops). We have recommended this great place to family & friends! We had a great time! Thank you! ##### CyndiLou M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan F. Nov 8, 2015 #### Cozy cabin and base for hiking My wife and I enjoyed a fall stay at the Sunset Cottage. The lake was peaceful and pretty, and we particularly enjoyed watching sunset from the jacuzzi. My dog enjoyed exploring the shore, while i read a book in one of many chairs. The cottage had lots of goods touches for renters, including a Michigan outdoor recreation atlas, a map of the unpaved roads around the lake, games for kids, etc. The house was also a great base for trips. Hartwick pines (the only old growth in the lower peninsula) was gorgeous, and we also had lunch at another of several state parks in easy driving distance. We have already reserved the cottage again for next year. ##### Dan F. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerry G. Aug 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family lake vacation! If you're looking for a wonderful lake property for a family vacation, look no further. The chalet was clean, stocked and perfect for my family with three kids. We spent hours fishing (pike, bass and tons of pan fish right off the dock) and using the pontoon boat, swimming in the lake and afternoons on the sand bar. The kids enjoyed playing all the games as well. Having access to the pool and pickleball/playground was a bonus. The hot tub was great to relax in after a long day of activities. Dorene and John are phenomenal hosts and made sure everything was perfect for us. We even had a ready made campfire set up for us! Every year we take a different vacation to a lake house and everyone thought this was by far the best! We'll be back here for sure! Thank you John and Dorene! ##### Jerry G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim K. Oct 29, 2012 #### Awesome Girls Trip! We all had a fabulous time at Sunset Beach! Long weekend for 9 girls & 1 dog :) Plenty of room for everyone and perfect location for visiting Traverse City and Mackinac Island. The hot tub was used often and so was the outside firepit and the fireplace. Even the kayaks were used snce we were lucky enough to have warmer than expected weather the day we arrived. There is a great park right at the end of the road, althought it was too late in the year to use the basketball court, pool etc., it was a nice place to be able to walk the dog. Dorene was awesome to deal with - answered every question we had and their pizza was fabulous! We will definitely to making a return trip - thanks again! ##### Kim K. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie H. Jul 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it! The house was wonderful and clean when arrived. Neighborhood was quiet and lake was not super busy for the week so taking the kids out on the boat was nice and calm. Fishing was great off the dock! Caught bass, bulegil and sun fish. Beach front was a bit weedy and rocky but water was clear. Pool was a nice bonus, but we only went down once due to rainy weather during our trip. With the rainy weather, we spent lots of time in the hot tub! Only bummer for us was that the kayaks and life jackets were full of spiders and didn't appear to have been used in quite a while. We will definitely be back to one of these rental properties! ##### Katie H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Vicky L. Jul 27, 2016 #### Family Vacation We have stayed at multiple houses at Lake Arrowhead and just love the location. Sunset Beach is a cozy cottage that was perfect for the 4 adults and 2 children that stayed the entire week. It was also large enough to accommodate a weekend stay for 2 more adults and a little dog. We loved the beach area, although the water level is definitely higher compared to the picture of the beach. We chose Sunset Beach because of the beach area for the 2 children. The kids didn't mind the lack of beach at all, at ages 8 and 5 they loved swimming out ( with life jackets provided!) to the platform and jumping off...over and over and over! The lake is small enough so that we felt very safe teaching the 8 and 5 year olds how to kayak! Fishing off the dock was the highlight for the kids, one night our granddaughter caught 19 fish! Granted they were all to small to keep, but imagine the delight in watching her face as she continued to catch little "fishies"! The association pool is a very short walk away so we enjoyed the pool in the morning and the lake in the afternoon. Sunset Beach was by far are favorite cottage. Only issue... Be very careful in reading over the contract, especially when pertaining to the number of guests staying at the cottage. Overall....a wonderful week! ##### Vicky L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry Lynn E. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place. Thank you. ##### Kerry Lynn E. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Nov 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place Love this cottage, had everything we needed! Host was great, very helpful. Can’t wait to rent again! A+++++ 😁 ##### Lisa Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy Y., Holt Oct 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent amenities, rejuvinating stay! Generously stocked with necessities like paper products (love not having to run out for adequate quantity for our stay). Oct visit during fall colors provided beautiful backdrop everywhere we looked. Kayaked, fished off dock, hot tub soaks, ping pong tournaments, campfires and comfy beds made for a rejuvenating 3 night stay. Host very timely in responses. Would definitely stay again! ##### Kathy Y. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca B. Aug 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for relaxing We had a wonderful stay at Sunset Beach! The kids loved the beach and kayaks and the adults loved the hot tub! The pool was great too. We had campfires and watched beautiful sunsets. Cell phone service is not good in the area but the wifi worked great. The kids loved having the upstairs room as their space. We would stay here again! ##### Rebecca B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Dan & Dori T. Jun 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### none none ##### Dan & Dori T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phil P. Jun 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property and location. Just as advertised. Loved kayaking the lake. Beautiful, and relaxing! ##### Phil P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel R. Jun 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and a perfect getaway! Great host! She always answer after a few minutes, the place is clean and the hot tub is the cherry on the cake, my 5 year old enjoyed a lot. We also have fun in the lake with the kayaks including my wife and dogs jajaja, we swim for a little bit even though that the weather wasn't the best... we'll love everything and we'll definitely come back when is 80° to Dorene looking for a different cabin but definitely with her in a couple months if she have a space in the calender lol 😆 ##### Samuel R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy M. May 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable Just as described. ##### Judy M. Stayed 1 night in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TODD D., Chesaning Apr 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 36th Wedding anniversary We had a great time, got there 1 hour early, host was wonderful and let us in. Very clean and loved the hot tub on the deck! ##### TODD D. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katelyn M. Mar 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Everything from the house to Dorene and her husband were amazing! We will be back soon! ##### Katelyn M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022