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North Branch Outing Club

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Grayling with free breakfast

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bath
Basic House, River View | In-room dining
Basic House, River View | Living area
Basic House, River View | Private kitchen
The North Branch Outing Club offers rural tranquility with thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy complimentary English breakfast each morning and evening chats around the firepit. The property includes in-room WiFi, outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills for countryside relaxation.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 2
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Basic House, River View

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bath

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  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Full Beds, Shared bath

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  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Located in Grayling, North Branch Outing Club is in a rural area and in a regional park. Crawford County Historical Museum and Kirtland's Warbler Historical Marker are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Garland and Michaywe Pines Golf Course. Otsego County Sportsplex and Gaylord Discovery Center are also worth visiting.
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Map
6122 E Co Rd 612, Grayling, MI, 49738

What's nearby

  • West Twin Lake - 19 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Garland - 27 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 32 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 38 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Au Sable River - 45 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lovell's Riverside Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Valhalla Ranch - ‬10 min drive

About this property

North Branch Outing Club

Bed & breakfast in a rural location
North Branch Outing Club provides amenities like free English breakfast and a firepit. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at North Branch Outing Club have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Branch Outing Club Grayling

Frequently asked questions

Is North Branch Outing Club pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at North Branch Outing Club?

As of Sept 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North Branch Outing Club on Sept 16, 2025 start from CA $182.49, 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at North Branch Outing Club?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at North Branch Outing Club?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at North Branch Outing Club?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is North Branch Outing Club located?

Situated in a regional park, this bed & breakfast is within 12 mi (20 km) of Hartwick Pines State Park, West Twin Lake, and Little Bear Lake. Guthrie Lake is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) away.

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Reviews

North Branch Outing Club Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, old but well kept. Comfortable beds and included breakfast made with love.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a great weekend escape to relax and fish. Giant lodge with tons of history. Breakfast each morning was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming place, friendly staff, right on the North Branch for quick access to fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying here! Wish they had WiFi but happy to do without.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful and incredibly historical place. We're very lucky to still have authentic places like the nboc. Love the breakfast, please don't change anything.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique lodge, pleasant hosts, comfortable with a wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, historic lodge with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Cute hotel on the North Branch of the Au Sable River
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique and historic property with wonderful staff, quiet, and located near a picturesque river for paddling and finishing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very cool A step back in time. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia De

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed 2 days at this lovely, vintage, lodge. If you like history, antiques, and God's beautiful creation, LOOK no more - THIS is where you want to be. There are 2 very lovely porches to enjoy your book or simply listen to the Au Sable & birds and a few steps down to the river for fishing. Great dining opportunities are close or up to 20 minutes away. We plan to stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Michigan Scenic Treasure

The views of the river, along with the history and nostalgia of the lodge create an exceptional experience. North Branch Outing Club setting is spectacular. Terry & staff made our stay extremely comfortable and provided incredible hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Naum

Disliked: Amenities
I truly appreciate the staff’s dedication to preserving the historical character of the facility—it’s clear that a great deal of care has gone into maintaining its authenticity. However, some aspects of the stay were quite unusual and challenging for today’s travelers. The room was very small and lacked modern essentials such as a door lock, microwave, and refrigerator, which are especially important during the summer months. The fan in the open window was not sufficient to maintain a comfortable temperature or humidity level, making it difficult to sleep both at night and during the day. The air-conditioning was non an option. The twin beds were small and not particularly comfortable, which further impacted the quality of rest. The shared bathrooms had non-secured doors, which did not provide peace of mind. Additionally, the breakfast offering was limited to a basic continental selection—an English breakfast was not available during our stay, despite being expected. Given these conditions, we chose not to return the next day and instead made the decision to drive home overnight. That said, we are grateful for the warm and welcoming attitude of the staff, which we truly appreciated. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It reminded us of our NE Wisconsin property; peaceful river flowing thru . A slice of heaven
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lucky find

This place is a hidden gem. An historic trout club in a beautiful setting. Terry and her crew provide a delicious and hearty breakfast. And Richard who runs the fly fishing store is a wealth of knowledge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very old and historic property. Only stairs to second floor. Not air conditioned, but floor and ceiling fan in rooms. Right along Au Sable River.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hunter, our main contact, was awesome. I wish the glass above the door in room 14 had been blacked out. It doesn’t open anyway and covering it would have blocked the action sensitive hallway lights that shown into the bedroom and woke us up constantly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A step back in time

Very friendly, clean and quaint. The staff is great and this is truly a throwback in time. As noted online, the bathrooms are shared, which can be inconveient, especially in the morning before checkout time. Also, my room did not have any electrical outlets in the room, only a power strip that plugged in outside the window, and a pull light over the bed, a little odd.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Steven

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room i signed up for looked nice. I wasnt put into that room. I was put into a small, dirty, extremely outdated room that was infested with ladybugs. We asked to get the room that i felt i was paying for, and the manager obliged. Its NOT Grayling! Its advertised as Grayling, but its 30 miles away. On a very hairy little tiny dirt road for 9.5 miles. Advertising is horrible. Its not what its meant to be. With that said, Terri was wonderful and very nice. Breakfast was great. If youre a fisherman looking to wake up and walk down to the river....great place! If you want a luxurious, quiet getaway....this is NOT your place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the most relaxing place we've ever stayed at. No TV, big porches to sit on. Absolutely beautiful.!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying at the North Branch Outing Club once in 2023 and again in 2025. Our first visit was solid largely in part to the young male housekeeper who greeted us upon arrival, gave us a tour of the house and historical elements, and chatted to us about fishing during the few days we stayed there. All in all it made for a worthwhile trip making us return customers. That brings us to this stay during July 2025. The staff is a mixed bag ranging from very open and helpful to down right cold and rude. We were in the area visiting family and thus did not spend a considerable amount of time on site. Our time on site was intended to participate in the social opportunities staying at a b&b offers - namely breakfast. Its worth mentioning that between my wife, toddler, and myself we probably weigh about 300lbs and really don't eat a lot of food especially in the morning also that I have two dogs in the room upstairs one of them needed to take some pills in the morning. I had very openly taken a small amount of eggs up to my room to use the eggs as a pocket to feed my dog a pill. On the third morning of our four day stay the lady (owner/cook/enforcer) decided it would be a good idea to confront me on my 'brazen' actions. She did so by verbally repremanding me in front of my family and guests on a day that happened to be my birthday - it was embarrassing or both of us. We packed up immediately and left and will not return - mend your manners and keep your eggs lady.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024