NEW 20ft DOCK! Clean & spacious! 5 STARS! Lake Front! Book 2026 NOW! | Cottage in Gaylord

10.0 (50 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Gaylord Cottage | NEW 20ft DOCK! Clean & spacious! 5 STARS! Lake Front! Book 2026 NOW!

3 Bedroom Cottage in Gaylord

Enjoy fishing, lounging or launching our kayaks or row boat off our brand new 4x20 dock!
Located on Long Lake (Near Michawye golf course) in a residential neighborhood that is densely wooded! Close to down town- yet feels SO FAR AWAY!
You will have plenty of space for large groups with our walk out finished basement that features a second living area as well as a second dining space and a game center. In the summer months, spread out on our two large back decks that over look the lake! Our property is Ideal for any vacation! This cozy cabin is your ideal escape from the bustles of everyday life!
Lake Effect has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms (showers only, no tubs).
First Floor: Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Living Room: Full sized Sleeper Sofa, Full Bathroom (shower only)
Basement: 2 Full Sized Beds, Full Bathroom (shower only). Please note: Basement bedroom is non conforming and does NOT have an egress inside the bedroom. Egress is located outside the bedroom at the walk out basement entrance.
On the main floor you will find a desirable open concept living area featuring a wall of windows that soak in an abundance of natural light! The views of the lake makes the property seem so private and secluded, bringing the outside inside! Use our electric fireplace to cozy up! Or during the summer months, cool down with our central air conditioning!
Enjoy our remodeled kitchen featuring sprawling granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and fully stocked with everything you could imagine needing! Crock pot? We got it! Blender? We got it! You will definitely feel at home while away from home!
The home features excellent entertainment options: an electric fireplace, large garage, Wi-Fi, smart TV’s (with access to free tv and movies through vizio+ as well as Amazon prime), a mini fooseball table, an airhockey table, a game cabinet, an outdoor fire ring that overlooks the lake (firewood not included), a picnic table that seats 8-10, 2 kayaks and a 2 person row boat! We now have a small, floating, swim up docking platform at the property (not accessible by land)! Perfect for laying out or fishing!
We provide a fun and relaxing getaway to the heart of northern Michigan for anyone!
Lake Effect is minutes from snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, ski resorts, & Downtown Gaylord. Perfect for year round vacationing! You can find winter, summer and indoor activities- details on activities in the Welcome Binder.
The property features a large, turnaround driveway perfect for hauling snowmobiles and trailers!
1. Although our property is professionally plowed… We do STRONGLY recommend that you have a 4 wheel or all wheel drive vehicle to access this property. Please note that the driveway, decks and the area outside the house can be very icy and slippery. Please use extreme caution during the winter months to avoid slipping and falling.
2. Please note: Basement bedroom is non confirming and does NOT have an egress inside the bedroom. Egress is located outside the bedroom at the walk out basement entrance.
3. Ring camera doorbell located on front of property and security camera on front of property located on floodlight. Recording will be turned off after guest checkin and not turned on until one hour before check out time, unless host deems otherwise necessary
4. There is no public access for launching personal watercraft, nor is there a place at the property to launch. Watercraft is limited to owner provided: two kayaks and one two person row boat
5. Due to seasonal changes, the well water at the property may have varying amounts of iron, discoloring it from time to time. For this reason we have a water cooler to use for cooking and drinking water should you find it necessary to suit your preferences to use for these items.
6. This is a rural area and internet outages may occur. Host is not responsible for failure of internet availability. 7. No charging of electric vehicles

NEW 20ft DOCK! Clean & spacious! 5 STARS! Lake Front! Book 2026 NOW! is located in Gaylord. NEW 20ft DOCK! Clean & spacious! 5 STARS! Lake Front! Book 2026 NOW! provides accommodation, featuring Ocean View, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Cottage features Ocean View, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

NEW 20ft DOCK! Clean & spacious! 5 STARS! Lake Front! Book 2026 NOW! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Gaylord has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Gaylord, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Rafting nearby
Entertainment
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)
  • English
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront
  • On the lake
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
Skiing
  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 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

Reviews

arlyno G.
Jul 13, 2025 11:15:25 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Very quiet lake. The place has everything you need to enjoy the lake and yards.
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