Title: Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat - 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 cabin # Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95809300/95809293/56c59840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, foosball, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95809300/95809293/351bba27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95809300/95809293/bcf5e707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95809300/95809293/5263a235.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95810000/95809300/95809293/1f862571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Set amidst a serene rural landscape beside Otter Lake, Brown Bear Station offers an idyllic retreat for year-round getaways. Spend your days swimming, boating, or hiking in the great outdoors. Alternatively, unwind by the firepit with yard games and beach activities at hand. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat The Brown Bear Station is situated in a natural rural setting just beside Otter Lake. The Cabin offers a great combination of seclusion and access to multiple activities. Enjoy the relaxing sandy beach to go swimming, boating, jet skiing, and kayaking. Perhaps you rather hunt, snowmobile, hike, ORV, or fish. Spending the day shopping and antiquing. Brown Bear Station has it all for an ultimate year-round getaway. This two-bedroom, one-bath cabin was originally a gas station and then a flower shop before becoming residential. It is a piece of history within the 150-year-old Village of Otter Lake. Tons of upgrades- AC, sleeps- 8 guests, spacious living area, and fully equipped kitchen. Bedrooms & a bathroom with all the essential amenities. Yard games, firepit, picnic tables, beach stuff, & a deck for use. Short drive to: \_ Frankenmuth \_ Birch Run \_ Holloway Reserve Summer and Winter- this cabin is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle. \*ADDITIONAL PROPERTY AVAILABLE ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a lake ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Kayak - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83170000/83166700/83166691/w508h683x258y0-349a9478.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Country at Cedar Cottage- Across from Otter Lake. 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Dogs only- p ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Dogs only- fee. Owner's resp. for any damage. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: The home is not child-proofed. Cement floors. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 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 ## 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%7C43.21410%2C-83.45567&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rZ1InXNQSgVptl5Lj5ZhrustauE=) Otter Lake, MI #### What's nearby - Lake Henson - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Birch Run Premium Outlets - 28 min drive - 38.4 km - Bronner's Christmas Wonderland - 33 min drive - 43.3 km - River Place Shops - 34 min drive - 44.4 km - St. Julians Winery - 35 min drive - 45.8 km #### Getting around - Lapeer Station - 25 min drive - Bishop Intl. Airport (FNT) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Amy’s Downtown Reservoir Bar And Grill - ‬12 min drive - ‪Buck Wild - ‬15 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Village Station - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat located? > This family-friendly Otter Lake cabin is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Henson and Hart Lake. 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