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Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
River looking upstream from dock
Looking upstream in river
View of Red Dog from river

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8145.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Grayling, MI
  • West Twin Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Hartwick Pines State Park
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master Bedroom (main floor)

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom "Red, White, and Blue"

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom "River Room"

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise

Welcome to the Red Dog Lodge!

Situated in the heart of Lovells, Red Dog is truly a sportsperson's dream with endless opportunities within reach.

This clean and well maintained 1997 chalet sits on over 200' of frontage on the North Branch of the AuSable river and features a nice yard with a gentle slope down to the river. The home contains three bedrooms with ample sleeping capacity along with two full baths, new washer and dryer, and an open concept kitchen, dining, and living area. Includes air conditioning and all of the kitchen appliances and utensils you likely have at home along with cozy and welcoming northern Michigan décor throughout. There is a large, new deck facing the river with a propane grill for your enjoyment. High-speed cable internet allows you to stay "plugged in" and enables Netflix/Prime/YouTubeTV/other streaming apps on the smart tv.

Whether the objective is to fly fish the historic North Branch or nearby Main/South Branches of the AuSable, fish nearby lakes, recreate on the river, golf, access hundreds of miles of ATV/Snowmobile trails, grouse/small game/deer hunt on thousands of acres of nearby state and federal land, hike, bike, or simply to relax in beautiful northern Michigan, Red Dog is an ideal base camp.

When you fish in the immediate vicinity, you are fishing in the footsteps of legends: Ernest Hemingway, Henry and Edsel Ford, Thomas Edison, John and Horace Dodge, Charles Nash, Harvey Firestone, and the list goes on. In fact, there is a large and elusive brown trout in this vicinity that has been named "Ernest" for obvious reasons. ***NOTE*** this section of the North Branch is artificial flies only (extends from Sheep Ranch upstream all the way down to the confluence with the main branch of the AuSable). While there are harvest opportunities with appropriately sized fish, catch and release fishing is strongly encouraged.

Within walking distance to:
-Additional access to the North Branch
-North Branch Outing Club (historic lodge with available fly fishing guides and full service fly shop for all of your fishing needs)
-Lovells Museum of Trout Fishing History
-Douglas Park/children's playground
-The Lovells home center (outstanding homemade sticky buns, cinnamon rolls, brownies, pizzas and more)
-Lovells Riverside Tavern (food, riverside ambiance, spirits)
-Main Snowmobile Trail (47)

Short Drives:
5 minutes to Shupac Lake (fishing, beach, swimming, boating - electric motor only)
7 minutes to KP Lake (fishing, swimming, boating - electric motor only)
10 minutes to Hartwick Pines
15 minutes to Lewiston
20 minutes to Grayling
25 minutes to Garland Resort
25 minutes to Upper Manistee River
30 minutes to Treetops Resort
30 minutes to Gaylord

And if you were wondering, "Red Dog" is an homage to our beloved Golden Retriever named Bella.

Property manager

Greg and Erin Bierl
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Allow potty trained, non-aggressive breed dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking of any kind indoors.
All trash must be bagged and in the can outside, or taken to the dump in Lovell’s using our permit ( located in living room cabinet )

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Grayling

Located in Grayling, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hartwick Pines State Park and Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Otsego County Sportsplex and Gaylord Discovery Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grayling, MI

What's nearby

  • West Twin Lake - 19 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Garland - 27 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Au Sable River - 31 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 32 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 38 min drive - 41.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lovells Riverside Tavern - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Valhalla Ranch - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Hartwick Pines State Park, West Twin Lake and Little Bear Lake. Guthrie Lake is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend at Red Dog Lodge!

Fly fishing, family time, a great weekend away. Accommodations were cozy, clean and perfect for our 2 families. Fish weren’t biting much but we had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place.

We rented this house instead of a local hotel. It worked out great. Had everything we needed. Loved the room arrangements. Had plenty of beds for the kids with their parents.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fly fishing

Property wad beautiful right on the river. Local people were very welcoming and friendly. Would highly recommend this Property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home friendly community

Nice spacious home, very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Such a nice stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall fishing trip

Great location right on the river. The cabin was clean and well appointed. Large back yard with a fire pit and easy stairs down to the river. Excellent spot on the river with easy wading up and downstream.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible!

Beautiful quiet spot with plenty of space!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annika D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun-filled birthday trip

This was the perfect spot for our family birthday trip. The property was beautiful, with lots of green space and the pretty river access. The rooms were quite comfortable. The location was great for us to be able to go to the beach, hike, and shop. At night we enjoyed the fire pit and the great DVD collection!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Perfect quick getaway

Perfect place for a getaway with friends. The home was clean and ready for visitors. The floors were a little sandy but nothing horrible. It was stocked well with whatever you would need. We had most of our meals there and lacked nothing. We had one beautiful day and spent it hanging out in the water. The rest we spent sitting on th
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fly fishing weekend

This property is terrific! Right on the river, with easy entry into the water. The home was clean and had all the amenities needed for a getaway. This was our second time staying here and I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place

Red Dog is an awesome property on the N. Branch of the AuSable. The house is super clean and comes well stocked. I highly recommend Red Dog!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful way to spend a week with my brother

We enjoyed the deck and grill as well as the comfortable indoor accommodations. A great venue for relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on the North Branch

Second time we’ve stayed. Enjoy Fly Fishing and this is a great location! It was my wife’s first time to Fly Fish. She loved it, and we’ll be back again. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend

Our long weekend at Red Dog was fabulous! So clean and comfortable- the beds were amazing! Large kitchen and washer and dryer were wonderful. Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Morel Mushroom trip

Grass needed to be mowed. Everything else was good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS STUART S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July week.

Everything was great. Very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded our expectations!

This was a last minute up north trip for us and we could not have asked for a better property to spend it at. The kids were sad to leave. You can't beat being outside enjoying a fire with a backyard view of the AuSable River. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas stay

The rental was cozy and everything went smoothly. The hosts we’re very welcoming. The area is beautiful! We saw a large bald eagle flying overhead just down the road from cabin. The snow covered forest is stunning. We especially enjoyed the trails along the Au Sable River inside Hartwick Pines State Park. As much as we enjoyed our stay, our dogs enjoyed it even more!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

A Winter Wonderland

This home was a key component in our Michigan winter vacation. Located in Grayling, we were close to our favorite cross-country ski and snowshoe trails and downhill ski resort. Sitting on the North Branch of the Au Sable River, and off of the main road, the property is accessible in the winter weather. The home comfortably accommodated our large group of nine, making it easy for us to come and go to our outdoor activities. We especially enjoyed the winter snowscape, out of the large picture windows in the kitchen and living rooms, watching the river slowly wind through the fresh white snow banks. Inside, the home was comfortable and cozy, just perfect after outdoor fun. The living room was great for lounging, watching movies, and playing games. The kitchen was large and well appointed, enabling us to cook our dinners and breakfasts at the cabin. With plenty of beds, linens, and hot water, the whole group felt fresh each morning. Finally, the owners, Erin and Greg, were pleasantly accommodating to our requests and provided prompt responses to all inquiries. I highly recommend this beautiful property during any Michigan season. It worked especially well for our winter get-away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect, peaceful escape

My wife and I were in desperate need of a getaway--and, importantly, a return to nature--and the Red Dog Lodge was the perfect escape. The place itself was immaculately clean and filled with beautiful touches that made us feel right at home. The pictures might not even do it justice. And credit to the owners--the place always seemed to have exactly what we needed. The location is really quiet and secluded. I can't tell you how relaxing it is to wake up to a sunny kitchen, take my coffee onto the deck, and hear the waterflow of the Au Sable River just steps away. It was truly restorative to be away from it all and to be nestled in nature. Easily the best we've slept in years. (Even our tiny dog, who is well-behaved but high strung because of the constant delivery people in our neighborhood, went the entire week without a single bark.) The Lodge obviously sleeps quite a few people, but we found it to be the ideal couple's getaway. A small note to future guests: The nearest major grocery store was something like a 27-minute drive away, and by the time we got to the Lodge and got settled, it was crushing to realize that we had to leave for a good while to get provisions. If you're traveling from afar, I'd highly recommend getting everything you need on your way to the Lodge, because once you're there, you won't want to leave. But downtown Grayling had some lovely shops, so if you must venture out, it should still be worth your while. We really can't thank the amazing owners enough for allowing us to stay in their incredible place. This was one of the best, most satisfying vacations we've ever had, and I am positive that we will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the Outdoors

It was well located for our activities and suited our needs. The Red Dog Lodge offers all the enmities for a comfortable get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Red dog lodge

Very cozy clean place. Comfortable beds and furniture. Loved our stay. Owners extra nice too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

radwan f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Deer hunting

Very clean and great setting and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Up North vacation

Great accommodations for our family get together. The house had everything needed for a great vacation. The campfire close to the Ausable was perfect. We will definitely book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Deb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin on the North Branch

Very nice cabin. Set up well and comfortable. Plenty of usable closets, dressers, kitchen utensils, plates, glasses, and cookware. Nice back yard right on the river. Netflix and Amazon Prime available on a large flat screen tv. Interesting reading materials and games closet. General store across the street…restaurant just down the road. Historic North Branch Outing Club close by. Pretty much all you need!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

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