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Knotty Pine Retreat On 200 Acre All Sports Jewell Lake W/ Row Boat & Kayak

Beachfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Stunning Knotty Pine Interior with Hand Cut Stone Fireplace
Fire Place in Living room, additional fire place located in Bedroom to the left
Living Room, books & games on the bookshelf for your enjoyment.
Living room looking across into the Dining/Kitchen area. Door wall opens to Deck
Remodeled Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 783.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Burgess Park
  • Place, Jewell Lake
  • Place, Hubbard Lake
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Knotty Pine Retreat On 200 Acre All Sports Jewell Lake W/ Row Boat & Kayak

Located in Barton City Mi on tranquil ~200 acre Jewell Lake, (sandy bottom/great play area!) in the heart of the Huron National Forest. +/- 900 ft2 knotty pine cabin on very quite dead end road, sleeps 7, 2 bedrooms with 1 Queen Bed, 1 Full/Bunk, and sleeper sofa, all linens provided. 1 full bath with towels. Kitchen stocked with staples (coffee, flour, sugar, salt, pepper, spices), new pots/pans, microwave, stove, fridge, dishwasher, coffee pot, toaster, blender. Large knotty pine living room with great view of the lake, Free WIFI, Flat Screen TV with Roku, Blu-ray, and 2 fire places (1 with gas log for spring/fall use). Large attached Deck with Gas Grill, picnic table, deck chairs and great view of the lake or lakeside benches to enjoy the fire pit . Dock with 12ft aluminum boat with oars, kayak and 4 adult PFD's included.
Typical rental week is Saturday to Saturday (check in 4pm, check out 10am)

IF THIS RENTAL IS FULL CHECK MY OTHER LISTING: VRBO# 1918508

Activities:
Water sports (skiing, boating, swimming)
Mushroom hunting
Hunting - Partridge, Bear, Deer, Turkey, Duck
Fishing (great pan fish, Walleye, Northern Pike, Bass)
Trout Fishing (Reid Lake 3miles, DNR stocked)
Fantastic Fall Colors
Biggest Little Fourth in the North, within walking distance
4th of July Fireworks over the lake
Harrisville Labor Day Art Fair (15mins)
Harrisville Wine and Food Festival (3rd wk end in July)
Saturday Farmers Market in Lincoln (10mins)
Lincoln Lions Car show (August)
Lake Huron (15mins)
Canoe/Tube/Fly Fish the AuSable River (20mins)
ORV/Snowmobile Trail Head (2miles)
Golfing within 10 - 30 mins (White Pine National, Loggers Trace, Eagle Ridge, Rivers Edge)
Hiking (Reid Lake/Hoist Lake 3miles away)
Iargo Springs off River Road in Oscoda
US Heritage Route
Lumberman's Monument

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Large lawn area for kids to play
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs allowed with owner approval, sorry no cats
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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
Remove leftover food and drinks
Leave the key on the table, and the door unlocked
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Note the cancellation policy is 100% of your deposit will be refunded if cancelled 30 prior to check-in, no (0%) refund if cancelled after 30days

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Barton City

Located in Barton City, this cabin is on the beach. Sturgeon Point Light and Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course and Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Barton City, MI

What's nearby

  • Burgess Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jewell Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Hubbard Lake - 36 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 43 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 43 min drive - 55.5 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hammer And Nail - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BC Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mt Mariah Lodge Bar and Grill - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Olivia's Bearclaw Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Couzins Grill - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Knotty Pine Retreat On 200 Acre All Sports Jewell Lake W/ Row Boat & Kayak pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Knotty Pine Retreat On 200 Acre All Sports Jewell Lake W/ Row Boat & Kayak ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Knotty Pine Retreat On 200 Acre All Sports Jewell Lake W/ Row Boat & Kayak ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Knotty Pine Retreat On 200 Acre All Sports Jewell Lake W/ Row Boat & Kayak located?

Nestled on the beach, this Barton City cabin is steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest, Jewell Lake and Burgess Park. Potter Lake and Hubbard Lake are also within 12 miles (20 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. 169 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 197 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW D.

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

Nice getaway

Great little cabin, nice area and the lake is beautiful. We had a lot of fun fishing and caught quite a few bass and panfish. Ken is a great host and responds promply should you need anything. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie and Stephen G.

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

Beautiful Lake

Nice area, really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kara T.

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

Pet friendly

Nice place to get away with our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott F., Dearborn

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

Awesome cabin. Beautiful area.

My wife and I had a wonderful time. Beautiful cabin. Nice lake view, Good fishing. A great area up North.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ted S.

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

Lake cabin

Nice little cabin by lake we enjoyed our stay. The kitchen was well supplied with everything we needed to prepare our meals. A perfect place to get away from it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mitchell S.

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

Our stay at the knotty pine cabin

Overall, a great three day vacation. The largest bedroom with the queen size bed was pretty small, but the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn A.

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

Amazing getaway! Kid and dog friendly.

Beautiful property. Nice yard and very clean house. We all enjoyed our stay. Sitting on the swing, dock and fishing on the lake as much as we could.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

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

Relaxing stay

The property was just as listed. We had a very relaxing time ( most important for my wife as she still works ).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

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

Great getaway

We were looking for a beautiful spot to enjoy the lake. The view was outstanding and the cottage supplied everything we needed. We will keep this cabin on our Up North radar.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Amazing little cottage on the lake!

Beautiful view in a quiet little town and if you are into golf there are quite a few extremely nice courses out that way! We played white pine national and red hawk golf club and they were the two nicest courses we have played in Michigan so far! Awesome small town bars and beautiful almost everywhere you drive! Will definitely be coming back when the warmer weather hits again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn A.

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

Quiet Getaway

House was clean and well stocked. Loved the peddle boat and nice yard. Fishing was amazing! Beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry D., Clinton Township USA

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

A Perfect Getaway

Jewll Lake Retreat was wonderful. Everything was a stated. Owner was great! Setting is beautiful and quiet, only the sound of the birds. We had a great time, fishing was excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Fall Colors Getaway

Cabin is spacious and clean. Great location and comfortable beds. Nice deck and gas grill although we didn't use the propane grill, it's nice to know it's there for possible future stay. Loved the fireplace. Sofa was rough on our backs but chairs were comfy. Check out time being 10AM is a bit early, 11AM would be much more accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

Great cabin with everything you need

This cabin was everything the listing said and more. Peaceful, quiet yet close to a store if you need anything. Owner even had treats set out for us in a welcome basket. The cabin was comfortable with an "up north atmosphere" that had all the conveniences of home. Good blue gill fishing in the lake.

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

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

Charming Log Cabin

Our visit was just what we needed: cozy comfort with a great kitchen (well stocked) and a lovely lake view (when the fog lifted!) We truly RELAXED and enjoyed hiking at Lake Huron and Reid Lake Foot Travel areas. Nice welcome basket too! We especially liked the beautiful stone fireplace (fitted with gas) and were impressed by the craftsmanship of the stonework and the beamed ceilings. We would like to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Beautiful view

The rustic cottage had everything you needed to enjoy your trip - the interior was clean and tidy, had a kitchen stocked with pots/pans/utensils, and just enough space to fit six people comfortably. The lawn was amazing and allowed us to play plenty of outdoor games, and the water views were gorgeous. The kayak left at the waterfront was great fun and allowed us to cruise around the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

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

Nice relaxing getaway

Nice little cabin on Jewel lake. We enjoyed relaxing by the water and walking along nearby trails in Huron National Forest. The cabin is well maintained and clean, and was very well stocked including a welcome basket with snacks which was a nice touch. Only thing to note is that during the week there aren't any restaurant options (there were menus for pizza but we found out the hard way that the places don't serve it during the week, at least during this time of year). So plan to prepare all of your meals unless you want to drive 20 minutes. All in all a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim A., Howell, Michigan

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

Relaxing Week

Enjoyed our stay. Great host. Lovely house/cabin. Very nice property. Welcome basket was great extra. Bedrooms both very tight. On the water so fishing was very convenient. Would have liked the boats that were included to be in the water. They were pulled up on shore and didn't use them. Would consider staying again. Also, it rained everyday except 2 during the week..TV and internet helped to get thru the week. Not real convenient for stores etc
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

One week of bliss!

Property and overlook was beautiful I laid in bed when I woke up, looked out and just immersed myself in that little piece of heaven. I really really needed that!! Thank you so very much for sharing❤️ When your coffee maker “dies” You may want to think About a single cup coffee maker that uses pods You don’t waste grounds and I-think it makes a better cup of coffee Just a thought.. Faster too Thank thank you again Our next visit won’t come soon enough!! Your welcome basket was so cute and.KIND We truly have been telling everyone how much we loved it! Our thanks again! Looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

KNOTTY PINE RETREAT Oct 20-23 2017

Debbie, Tiffy the yorkie & I had a excellent time @ the Knotty Pine Retreat! The cabin was clean & had everything needed (except more than 3 channels on the TV)! The sunsets were amazing along with the very beautiful Jewell Lake & we even played a game of Cherryopoly one night which was a lot of fun. The small town of Barton City was very friendly & the B.C General store had anything else we'd forgotten to bring along! We plan on making a return visit hopefully during the summer months. Thank-you so much Ken & Michelle for sharing your awesome cabin with us. I would recommend this cabin for a party of 2 or 4 & its a great place to relax & take in the beauty of northern Michigan!!! Tony, Debbie & Tiffy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Christopher K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

No Fireworks

All-in-all it was an enjoyable stay. However, the listing inferred we could watch fireworks from the lake front property. That was the primary reason I selected it. We shared the home with our aging parents and making memories is really important to me. So when we couldn't see the fireworks...and by the time we realized it there wasn't time to find a place to view the fireworks. When my wife communicated this to the owners, apparently they already knew this. The week was good despite this "over sight".
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

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

All we hoped for and more!

I booked this property in 2019 in the hope of escaping the August heat of NC in 2020; little did I know that 2020 would be fraught with the profound loss of a beloved pet coupled with the stress of the COVID insanity. Our ten day visit provided EXACTLY the peace and tranquility we both needed beyond our expectations! The property is simply beautiful, exceptionally clean, and Ken and Michelle were extraordinary hosts meeting our every need. We enjoyed meeting our neighbors and made a new, wonderful friend of one of our host’s relatives. Our morning coffee ritual on the swing overlooking beautiful Jewel Lake was exactly the balm our spirits needed. We discussed returning the entire ride back to NC,.....it was THAT wonderful! Thank you Ken and Michelle! PS The thoughtful welcome basket was just lovely!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ginny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was very clean, well supplied and just what we were hoping for. Its location suited our excursion needs and the availability of a row boat gave us chance to do some fishing on the lake. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shawn s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake was beautiful...I caught a lot of fish
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only the weather was uncooperative
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ken Kosal

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Hi, I am Ken, and with my wife Michelle, we are offering this cabin for rent. We live in South Lyon and are 'up north' most weekends (we have a cabin across the lake from this rental). We have 2 college age boys and 2 English Setters.

Why they chose this property

Michelle and I purchased this cabin in the fall of 2013 to 'keep it in the family'. We built a cabin on the other side of the lake in 2000, however from the time I was a baby I was coming up to this 'side of the lake'. This cabin is next to other family members and was very important to us to keep it in the family. I have 2 boys that will eventually end up with this place. In the interim we have chosen to rent this so others can enjoy the area/cabin/lake as I have for 50yrs.

What makes this property unique

This is a very family friendly location. Lots of room to enjoy the outdoors with the large lot, fire pit, deck, lakeside bench. There is a hiking trail around the lake, accessible from the end of the road, as well as Reid Lake nature area 3miles away. The 'ball diamond' is located in the park 1 block away with 'old fashion' playground equipment, a basketball court, horseshoe pits and is the 'center' of the Biggest 4th in the North.

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