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Gold Fox Lodge - Romantic Riverfront Log Cabin - A Piece of Michigan History!

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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Enchanting Gold Fox Lodge with Luxurious Great Room and Fireplace Setting
Experience the up north atmosphere in total comfort
Renovated, Modern, Fully-Stocked Kitchen
Master Bedroom with Queen Bed and Luxury Linens
3rd Bedroom with two Twin Beds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Au Sable River
  • Place, AuSable Artisan Village
  • Place, Grayling Hospital

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Gold Fox Lodge - Romantic Riverfront Log Cabin - A Piece of Michigan History!

Just 25 minutes east of Grayling - Experience a romantic fairy tale log cabin on the river - WITH A WATERFALL VIEW!!. Our cabin is literally 50 feet from the water's edge.

Gold Fox Lodge is an enchanting, historic, luxury, 4-season, riverside log cabin with an amazing riverfront setting. The decor, furnishings and atmosphere are simply magical. Recline with your favorite cup of coffee or glass of wine beneath towering century-old cedar and pine trees while taking in the awe of the river, wildlife and romantic cascading waterfall.

Let us spoil you in this 3 bedroom, 1 bath log cabin that offers amazing upscale comforts in a rare and historic north woods romantic atmosphere. Enjoy the cozy great room layout with its leather recliners and massive stone fireplace and amber-aged logs. The kitchen and bathroom have been tastefully updated, maintaining the historic charm of the log cabin while integrating luxury touches. The sunroom overlooking the river even has heated tile floors to keep your feet cozy all year.

No matter the season, the atmosphere is perfect for a romantic getaway, anniversary, birthday, honeymoon, or intimate family vacation.

The cabin sits in a secluded river location on Big Creek river with 10 private acres and is for your exclusive use.

One very special treat is an old fashioned 18 hole miniature golf course that was built decades ago by a former owner. The stone-lined course winds through the forest and is sure to make a lasting impression on children and adults alike.

You will simply want for nothing as everything you could possibly need is provided for your comfort including all of your kitchen and cooking needs, luxury bedding, linens, and towels.

In the warmer months common outdoor activities in the region include fishing, hiking, bird watching, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, tubing, golfing, ATV trail riding, and horseback riding.

In the winter months things don't slow down as the temperatures, snowfall, and terrain make an ideal winter wonderland. The area has many maintained trails for cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling in addition to tubing and downhill skiing within a short drive. If you just want to stay warm, the indoor cozy fireplace setting and sunroom view of the river and wildlife year round will not disappoint.

The area is rich with outfitters supporting your canoe, kayak, tube, ATV, snowmobile, horseback, skiing, and fishing interests.

We have a caretaker and cleaning staff that live within minutes of the cabin - and can help with virtually any problem. Just prior to your arrival we will send you the electronic door lock code so that you can walk right in when you arrive.

Besides having plentiful trout and wildlife to entertain you right outside your back door - you're also only minutes from the famous AuSable River - home of the "Holy Waters".

Fly fishing enthusiasts have long considered the Au Sable region as a must visit destination. As chronicled in "Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die" you'll quickly appreciate the romance of this region. Experience the nearby Holy Waters, Masons Tract of the South Branch, North Branch of the AuSable, and Mio Trophy Water. In fact, it was the beauty of this region and quality of trout fishing that led to the formation of our nation's first Trout Unlimited chapter in 1959 by Au Sable river anglers. Big Creek river - flows into the AuSable just three miles downstream. Big Creek, being a tributary to the AuSable, is even considered by many to rival, the fishing on the AuSable.

We also love to help our guests plan their visit to the area and provide an area activities guide that contains key information on things to do in the area including all outdoor resources you may need and recommended restaurants and other resources in the region.

Getting to the cabin is easy in all seasons for all vehicles. The Michigan roads in this region are well maintained year round. The access road to the cabin is also maintained year round catering to 2WD vehicles. We also have a Generac standby, whole house, generator - so you never need to worry about losing power in a storm.

If our calendar is full - please check out our sister lodge, "Copper Fox Lodge", just 3 miles away on the AuSable River, VRBO 3524057

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Trailers allowed without permission. Please discuss with us - we usually allow but we just need to go over a couple courtesy details first.
No fireworks. - risk of forest fire. No discharging of firearms. Fires only allowed in the firepit. No smoking indoors.
No RVs, campers, tents or tent camping allowed on the property. No additional visitors allowed unless granted by the owners in advance.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grayling

Located in Grayling, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. AuSable Artisan Village and Crawford County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grayling Country Club and Hanson Hills Recreation Area. 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

  • Au Sable River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • AuSable Artisan Village - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grayling Country Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grayling Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wakeley Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Paddle Hard Brewing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tinker's Junction - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gold Fox Lodge - Romantic Riverfront Log Cabin - A Piece of Michigan History! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gold Fox Lodge - Romantic Riverfront Log Cabin - A Piece of Michigan History!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gold Fox Lodge - Romantic Riverfront Log Cabin - A Piece of Michigan History!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gold Fox Lodge - Romantic Riverfront Log Cabin - A Piece of Michigan History! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Au Sable River, AuSable Artisan Village and Crawford County Historical Museum. Grayling Country Club and Grayling Hospital are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Jeff and Beth Turner

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We are a happily married Christian couple of 37+ years with two adult children and five grandchildren. Jeff is retired from a career as an engineer. Beth spent her early years in banking but is most credited for being available for our children as they grew up. Jeff is an avid fisherman (especially fly fishing - and once fished 50 states in 50 consecutive days with our son); loves boating; woodworking; college basketball & football; and hiking. He even hiked the 500 mile Camino de Santiago across Spain in 2014, 110 mile Tour du Mont Blanc in the Alps in 2017, and both hiked the 120 mile Highland Way across Scotland in 2019. Beth loves decorating, being a wonderful hostess, and staying connected with family and friends.

Why they chose this property

Gorgeous vintage log cabin. A cozy stone fireplace. Towering century-old pine and cedar trees. A trout stream teeming with fish. Located in the heart of the Huron National Forest. Close to everything in the AuSable River region. What's not to love. An atmosphere few people ever experience. We love blessing others and ultimately our greatest desire is that you have the most memorable vacation possible.

What makes this property unique

Romantic Upscale Getaway Destination. Rare log cabin property on an amazing river. Cascading waterfall outside cabin sunroom.

Languages:

English

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