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Private Hot Tub & Panoramic Lake views, Side x Side Trails, Pet Friendly!

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A lakeside patio with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit.
A snow-covered outdoor area with picnic tables and a wooden bench.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.
A wooden dining room with a large table, chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, wooden walls, a wooden staircase, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Located at the waterfront, this 3-bedroom cabin accommodates 6 guests. It features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Enjoy lake views from the balcony, porch, and deck, while a pickleball court offers sports and fitness options. This pet-friendly property is near the Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum.

Highlights

  • Scenic water view

    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.

  • Outdoor pool

    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.

  • By the lake

    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Lake Arrowhead
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪52 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Bed

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Main

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Private Hot Tub & Panoramic Lake views, Side x Side Trails, Pet Friendly!


Welcome to Channel Lodge

Channel Lodge is a relaxing Northern Michigan getaway offering comfort, views, and year round adventure. This three bedroom two bathroom home sleeps up to six guests and is thoughtfully updated with brand new beds, fresh linens, and modern touches throughout.

Perfect for families, couples, or a friends’ retreat, Channel Lodge combines a peaceful waterfront setting with easy access to trails, slopes, and local favorites. Best of all your fur baby can join the trip as well!

The Space
• Three comfortable bedrooms with brand new beds and high quality linens
• Two bathrooms, 1 full bath (main level) / 1 half bathroom (upstairs) with modern finishes
• Bright and inviting living spaces designed for relaxing after a day outdoors
• Fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook meals at home, a counter top ice maker and Cuisinart Espresso & Full pot of coffee maker. Even a custom dining room table with brand new chairs and bar stools.
• Open layout ideal for gathering, dining, and unwinding

Standout Features
• Hot tub overlooking the canal, perfect for relaxing any season
• Beautiful water views of both Little and Big Buhl Lake
• Peaceful setting with scenic surroundings
• Thoughtfully stocked and furnished for a comfortable stay

Outdoor Recreation and Location Highlights
Located in the heart of Northern Michigan’s snow belt, Channel Lodge puts you close to adventure while offering a quiet and scenic place to recharge.
• Near Snowmobile Trail 4 with easy access to miles of riding
• Close to local bars, restaurants, and trail systems
• Ideal location for winter sports, boating, and outdoor recreation

Nearby Ski Resorts
Channel Lodge is ideally located near Northern Michigan’s top ski resorts, making it an excellent home base for winter adventures.
• Treetops Resort and Otsego Club are just 15 to 20 minutes away
• Boyne Mountain is approximately 30 minutes
• Shanty Creek is about 35 to 40 minutes
• Boyne Highlands and Nubs Nob are roughly 55 to 60 minutes
After a day on the slopes or trails, return to the comfort of Channel Lodge, soak in the hot tub, and enjoy peaceful lake views as you unwind.

Driveway:

Spacious U-shaped driveway with approximately 12 foot wide entrances and an estimated 100 feet of drive length, offering easy access and ample parking. Ideal for multiple vehicles, trucks, and trailers, including snowmobile or recreational trailers.

This private 640 acres community is perfect for all your needs, A beautiful all sports lake includes fishing, swimming, tubing, water skiing, kayaking, etc. Lake Arrowhead is always known for its adventurous trails for SxS, ATVs and snowmobiles. Here is a site to show you all that our community has to offer https://www.lapoa.com/meetings-news-events/#events-meetings

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1877364vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gaylord

Located on the waterfront, this cabin is in Lake Arrowhead, a neighbourhood in Gaylord. Otsego County Historical Museum and Call of the Wild Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bavarian Falls Park and Otsego County Sportsplex.
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Map
Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Arrowhead - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 23 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 37 min drive - 50.9 km
  • SkyBridge Michigan - 45 min drive - 58.6 km
  • Torch Lake - 52 min drive - 65.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪deer run pro tavern - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Settings Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Huckleberry Point - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Westside Pizza - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Vintage's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Hot Tub & Panoramic Lake views, Side x Side Trails, Pet Friendly! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Private Hot Tub & Panoramic Lake views, Side x Side Trails, Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Private Hot Tub & Panoramic Lake views, Side x Side Trails, Pet Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Hot Tub & Panoramic Lake views, Side x Side Trails, Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Hot Tub & Panoramic Lake views, Side x Side Trails, Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Hot Tub & Panoramic Lake views, Side x Side Trails, Pet Friendly! located?

Located in Lake Arrowhead, this cabin is steps from Lake Arrowhead and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Manuka and Lake Tecon. Pine Baron Pathway and Otsego Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second family vacation here

It was our second time staying we love everything about this cabin on the lake! Just beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was cozy with a beautiful lake view. We had all the necessities on sight. We were greeted by the owner and felt quite welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful, relaxing time at Wolves Den Cabin. Cozy cabin with everything we needed. We used the on site kayaks several times and also enjoyed the hot tub. Just what the doctor ordered. Would definitely revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! It was a relaxing break between the chaotic holidays. The cabin had all the amenities we needed. Beds were comfortable, hot tub was hot, view was lovely. The cabin's close proximity to skiing, snow boarding, hiking locations gave everyone options for enjoying the outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2023
An easy 5-star rating from my side. Extremely independent, clean, and respectful. Would be happy to host again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful inside and out! The cottage is very cozy to hang out in after being outside next to the lake or fire pit all day. We spent many mornings and evenings sitting on the swing overlooking the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet nights

This house was very quiet and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couples snowmobiling trip.

We had a great time renting this cute, cozy cottage. The owner Wayne is a great guy and very hospitable! Thank you for everything Wayne!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2020
Hi Ted! Thank you for the great review and being a wonderful guest, we really appreciate it. Hope to see you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Bachelor Party Pad

This place was perfect for my bachelor party! We had 5 guys there and it was a great set up! The hot tub in the deck was amazing! Campfirenpit was great too! All around was an amazing property to have for the weekend! Would definitely book this place again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cabin

My husband and I stayed here for a short anniversary weekend get away. The cabin was perfect. The view was nice, the hotub was an added bonus! We brought our fishing boat and went fishing. The area is so pretty and nice and quite. The cabin was clean and cozy. We definitely will be back. Maybe next time for snowmobiling.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Northern Michigan is a wonderful place to visit and a bonus when staying in a community like lake arrowhead! We hope to have you all back with us again. Thank you for choosing to stay with wolves den
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great bachelor's weekend

What a beautiful location right on the lake. We had a bachelor party weekend in northern Michigan and we couldn't of been happier with the property. If you love to golf you are surrounded by beautiful golf courses and then in the evening you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the lake. The beds where okay and I would recommend no more than 5 adults or it becomes crowded. Hot tub worked perfectly and the kayaks are an amazing plus. If we're in the area again we will definitely be saying at this location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review. We are so glad to hear you had a wonderful time enjoy your bachelor weekend! You’re welcome back anytime, you were all wonderful guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lots to do!

We had a great time at Wolves Den! We enjoyed fishing and kayaking everyday. We also loved sitting around the bonfire. The kids enjoyed swimming, although it was a little mucky. We had water shoes, so not a big deal. The basketball net, community pool, and pickleball courts were a hit. The cottage itself is very nice and had a great view of the lake. Everything we needed was available to have a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin for New Year's Eve

We had a wonderful time celebrating New Year's Eve at the Wolves Den! It was so clean, tidy and well appointed. Even though there were just two of us the home is plenty large enough for even 8 people! We appreciated all of the extra bath towels and hot tub towels. It was so nice to have a washer and dryer to heat our towels up for the cold wintry nights before heading outside to stare at the stars or watch it snow in the hot tub. It has great wi-fi and satellite TV to watch the BIG MICHIGAN game as well and a super cool old school radio tuner that we had a lot of fun listening to! The grill was a nice addition and we had a beautiful campfire one evening down by the frozen lake! The management team is outstanding and responded very quickly with any questions. We highly recommend and will be returning again one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We had a great time. This trip was a Christmas present. We stayed at this cozy place and went skiing at Treetops Resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cabin with great vistas.

This was an amazing experience. The views of the lake, close to town / skiing. The hot tub was perfect for two people, very nice fire pit area with seats and beautiful stone work, nice gas grill, up to date washer and dryer, comfy beds (pillows could be updated), kitchen had everything... attention to detail with the decorations..we loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lakeside Cabin

Picturesque backdrop of forest on a quaint, serine lake. The cabin and the hosts were very accommodating. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Nicole was a great host, property was amazing and better than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely, friendly getaway

Tranquil setting with an awesome hot tub, fire pit, lakeside views and cozy interior with many natural wood appointments. The kitchen has everything you could need. Nicole and Kinsey are excellent hosts who always prompt responses.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice cabin.

Had a good time staying at this property. Cute and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little get away!

We have been attempting to get the family together for a long weekend for ages and the Wolfs Den was a perfect option! The hot tub was great, it was relaxing and the views were stunning from every window. The host was super responsive, will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Arrowhead

Perfect spot to relax and get away from it all. Wayne is a great host and we love spending time there. Fire pit and hot tub are our favorite things about the house, and you can’t beat the view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great communication by host Nicole

My husband, our two grown sons and I got away for a few days of fishing. My son had stayed at this listing years ago and wanted to return. Cottage was a great size, and clean. The host was very quick to respond to questions following the tornado that affected nearby Gaylord, but this cottage had no damage. At the last minute I contacted the host again and was very happy to learn there were two kayaks that are offered free to use during the stay and came in handy for fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good

Was given the wrong code # for door box , could not reach our property kept going to voicemail. She called back after an hour with the right # for entry
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Good stay

Peaceful, chill, beautiful, definitely would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snowmobile trip

Perfect little cabin for our snowmobile trip! Great location to the trails, hot tub was perfect after being out all day long. Comfy beds & lloved having the nice radio to listen too, plan to visit again! Thanks for sharing your slice of heaven!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing few days

Was a nice house. We enjoyed a few days of just relaxing. Loved the hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nicole

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We are sisters in Gaylord, Michigan, we have lived in this private community, Lake Arrowhead since we were babies and have loved every second of it. The moment you enter you just feel as if you are in a whole new world, with its love between neighbors and enjoyment on all the outdoor toys. We have a passion for traveling and meeting new people, which is our main reason as to why we became property managers. To allow people to enjoy the fun we endur each and everyday. We are known for our four seasons of fun and excited for our guests to be able to experience this. We are right down the road and always here if you need anything!

Gaylord, MI is the heart & soul of our life; growing up together in this community we have grown to live & breathe Lake Arrowhead. The moment you pull in & see the ‘Lake Arrowhead’ entrance sign you feel like you have entered into a Northern Michigan paradise. From enjoying your friendly neighborhood banter to riding all seasons toy(s) - you get to experience it all right where you vacation!

As we do our daily walks around the lake, we enjoy seeing new faces, which began our journey of property management. Bringing families & friends together through rental properties to experience where we live in this association has become our life line. Come enjoy our four seasons of fun + we are right down the road for any of your travel needs!

Nicole & Kinsey

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