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Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail

Family-friendly lodge in Afton with an indoor pool

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Welcome to the Lodge!
Bugling ELK
Dining Wall
Kitchen/Dinning
Bed Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
NZ$1,775
avg per night

Explore the area

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Afton, MI
  • Place, Reed's Pigeon River Nature Preserve
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Jack and Tucker Harris Working Forest Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

2nd Floor #1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2nd Floor #2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor #3

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor #4

1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Bunk Beds

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd #1

Toilet · Shower only

2nd #2

Toilet · Shower only

2nd #3

Toilet · Shower only

2nd #4

Toilet · Shower only

Game Room

Toilet · Shower only

Laundry/Bath

Toilet

Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$1,775
avg per night

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About the area

Afton

Located in Afton, this lodge is in a rural area. Wildwood Lake Golf Course and Indian River Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Big Bear Adventures and Chillermania!. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Reed's Pigeon River Nature Preserve - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Jack and Tucker Harris Working Forest Reserve - 9 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 54 min drive - 58.0 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 56 min drive - 68.3 km
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 57 min drive - 68.7 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pigeon River Country Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vivios - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Stumpy’s Pub & Grill - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail

4 large bedrooms upstairs (1-queen 2 twin bunks, 1-queen 1twin bunk, 1-queen 2 twin bunks, last 1-queen 3 twin bunks) all with en-suite Bath, Main Floor 1 queen bed with separate bath, Kitchen, Dinning Room (5 tables), Pool Room, Washer/Dryer in 1/2 bath. Basement area Game Room with Video/Pinball, Ping Pong, Pool Table and
Large Bar Area, bedroom with 2 sets of bunk twin beds, large bathroom all in basement.
TV's/Internet available.
All Linens, Towels, Cookware and Pool Towels supplied.

Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times
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Events

No events allowed
Max Occupancy on property depends on event
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
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, lock the doors and return the keys
Please put dirty laundry in laundry/bath room.
Please leave a review on VRBO and sign our guest book.
Have a safe trip home!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No glass of any kind allowed in pool room. Limit of 15 in pool area at one time.
Owner has the right to approve certain events. They MUST be approved before booking.
Out buildings/ garages are off limits to all guests. If a need arises please contact owner before accessing.

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
Note from host: Max Occupancy on property depends on event
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Does Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail have a pool?

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

Is Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail located?

This family-friendly Afton lodge is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Jack and Tucker Harris Working Forest Reserve and Reed's Pigeon River Nature Preserve. Lake Sixteen and Helmer's Dam Robert D. VanCampen Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Lodge, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Large Deck, Close to Chain of Lakes & State Trail Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were celebrating New Years and a 40th wedding anniversary. Our family of 18 had more than enough room to safely sleep and play without feeling crowded! The kitchen was well equipped with supplies and the appliances were top notch. We wanted off the beaten path and The Lodge offered us a nice quiet place to relax and enjoy family. The family enjoyed going to Boyne Mountain to ski and the indoor waterpark. Of course making snow angels at the lodge ! The owners were quick to respond, by extremely polite and helpful with a few questions!! If we ever get the opportunity to stay again we would love to enjoy the summer in this little slice of paradise. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our 3rd stay at this beautiful home! The hosts have such a great place! Kids loved the pool. we all loved the exterior from the large lawn for wiffle ball and kickball and other yard games to the kids riding bikes around the sidewalk. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harok B.

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

Fantastic stay

Everything was so great!Would consider this lodge as my next favorite! We had so much great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsie A.

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

Great Property for Large Family Gatherings!

Beautiful, peaceful place! Very spacious and clean! We had 5 families, 10 adults, 9 kids. It was a perfect place for hanging out, playing games indoors and outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
this house was perfect for our family. There were plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms and the kitchen was well stocked with cooking and dining essentials. The kids, ages 5-18, loved the pool and game room. The house was clean and well maintained. If the opportunity arose we would definitely stay there again! Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom J.

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

Great family gathering space

We had a great time at this location. Everything was wonderful - well equipped kitchen, large gathering spaces, fun in the basement for kids and adults alike, plenty of bedrooms and beds for our group of 15, excellent pool. Very responsive to our questions about the house during our stay. The location is very secluded, a true north woods getaway. Not a true con, but one thing to note: it’s a minimum 15-20 minutes from anything of note (restaurants, grocery stores, lakes, etc.) which we were perfectly happy with. We had an awesome time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn L.

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

Family Reunion

Great spot to host many families.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail M.

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

Amazing place

This place was perfect for our annual family vacation! Tons of space (inside and outdoors), top of the line finishes, comfortable furniture. This place had everything we needed for a relaxing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A.

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

Didnt want to leave!

Thank youu for an amazing time. We looved your beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam t.

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

Eagles Nest

The house and property are beautiful and all the amenities made the stay comfortable enjoyable for all! We had a wonderful time with family of all ages and made many memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Great for large groups

We had a fun weekend with our extended family. The lodge was the perfect place for our “Forced Family Fun” long weekend. Our group consisted of 79 year olds down to 17 years old and everyone had a blast. We loved the secluded location, the basement arcade games, the pool, and the huge dining area where we played games, did puzzles, etc. The lodge was very clean and it was nice that the basics (dish soap, trash bags, etc) were provided. Loved our stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

Great family get-together home!

We thoroughly enjoyed our second time staying here! Our large family had plenty of room both indoors and outdoors. The pool was a big hit with the kids. Addition of second refrigerator downstairs was great for overflow! Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H., Nashville

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

This place is great

Had my 30th birthday gathering here over a quick fri-sun weekend. The place is a gem. It’s secluded if you have a rowdy bunch and the house is beautiful. Would love to come back in the summer to see it shine!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garrett S.

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

Outstanding house

This house is spacious and incredible throughout. It was more than enough space for quite a few of us on an annual golf trip. This house is exactly what we were looking for and would stay here again if possible, year after year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich and Jan B.

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

Family Vacation

Plenty of room for a family of 15. Enjoyed the pool and game room. Took advantage of nearby golf courses, Mackinac Island, and casinos. Plenty of outdoor space for games and activities. Enjoyed watching the wildlife. GREAT time was had by the entire family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerome S.

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

Lodge

Many deer geese sand hill Crain turkey,even saw elk on the road. But is a distance to towns
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

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

Golf group

The Eagles Nest was everything I hoped for! Pool was fantastic and eating space was perfect for my group. Can’t find too many places like this with 25 beds. Kim answered all my questions promptly and I’m planning to rent this next year. All the guys loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerri S.

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

Just peaceful

The family loved it and all were impressed. We enjoyed the spaciousness, the game room, the wildlife and the porches. Thanks to the hosts! Fyi to host, there was a strong gas smell in the AMs but the pilots were all lit. fyi
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Absolutely perfect

This property was perfect for our group of 18 adults, plenty of space and activities to keep everyone entertained all weekend. The pictures don’t do justice, there is so much space in this house. Everything is top notch; fixtures, furniture and fun! Comfortable beds, huge bathrooms. I can’t say enough great things about this house. The host was very responsive and accommodating to all our request. Would rent this place again in the future for large gatherings.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janie H.

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

Great getaway!!

It was beautiful from the moment we drove up! Inside was spacious and exactly what we needed for our large group. They had everything we needed there. We brought food and some toys for the littles and that’s about it!! Great game room in the basement everyone loved. Pool was great, a little colder than we are used to, but kids really didn't mind. Nice yard for kids to ride bikes and play outside too. Host was very helpful and responded to all my questions. Easy check in and check out! We felt very at home and enjoyed our time there! We watched the deer and geese all day from the porch and deck. Thanks so much for having such a great space for a large group! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

Winter Getaway.

Stayed for 3 days with our family just to get together. We thought about a water park but with all the little ones and naps it’s hard. This house had it all. The kids had fun in the pool, we all enjoyed the game room and the open kitchen and family room was big enough for us all to be together while doing different activities. We saw deer and eagles. A sled would have been good for a walk with the kids so will remember that next time. The upstairs bedrooms stayed 62. The owner is aware and looking into this. The pool is heated to 80 so if you have little ones may want to ask if it could be warmer before you arrive. We all had a great time and would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

dave m.

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

Eagle's Nest Home - AMAZING

Our group consisted of 4 families: Family 1 1 Adult 3 children (ages 4 to 12) Family 2 2 adults 1 child (13) Family 3 3 adults 1 child (16) Family 4 2 adults House has everything a large group would need: large dining room, plenty of space, entertainment for all, and a host that is responsive! Kim was in contact with me from beginning to end, answering all of my questions and making sure our group had everything we needed. The kitchen is fully equipped with cookware, dishes, serving bowls, utensils, cups/glasses, and is HUGE, plenty of space to cook and prepare food without being congested. The bedrooms all had comfortable beds, great linens, clean, and spacious. All attached bathrooms were clean, huge and equipped with towels, soap and shampoo. Wi-fi was good, not blazingly fast speeds tho. One person was able to work remotely when needed. I believe it is satellite which cannot be compared to normal wired internet. Mobile service was not really available (Verizon, ATT). Mobile service was better when we were outside. Also, we were able to make wi-fi calls once we connected to the Wi-Fi. We had some suggestions: map coordinates instead of address to the property add an additional refrigerator (it could be located downstairs) basketball hoop TVs in all bedrooms Things we really enjoyed: A/C worked perfectly, pool is bigger than expected and refreshing, and binoculars to view all the deer that appeared on the property We are planning on booking for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lodge at Eagles Nest is a great place to stay. The hosts are very accommodating, and the place is amazing. Full arcade in the basement, including Pinball and Ping Pong. The pool room was great, and the pool so nice. Watched Deer out the windows as the Snow came down! Kitchen is fully stocked, and the built in Griddle/Flat-Top got tons of use! All bedrooms have a Private Bath, and additional Beds and Baths in the basement. Secluded but not too far from Indian River and Petoskey. We will be staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tyler N.

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

Great Spot!

30 of us came up for a bachelor party. The place was incredible. Everything was clean and updated. The property managers answered any and all questions I had and even recommended a few things for us. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022