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Large Otsego Lake Beach-Front Home

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The only thing missing here is YOU!
View while drinking morning coffee from deck.
One of many sunsets to enjoy!
New railing and stairs with walkway to dock.
Master Bedroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Otsego Lake State Park
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Large Otsego Lake Beach-Front Home

Enjoy the sunsets from this large beach front home or sip your coffee on the porch while watching the early morning activities on this all sports lake. Sleeps 10 people, so bring the whole family. Sandy beach, fishing right off the dock or bring your water toys to play on the lake. In the evening start a fire in the fire pit and enjoy the company of family and friends.

Many new upgrades completed this on this home. Beach side of house has been resided and new windows. Deck has been all redone and is much larger and added outdoor speakers. New grill, fire-pit and patio furniture so you can enjoy the beach and the many sunsets. AC was also added in the upstairs bedroom areas to keep you cool on those hot summer nights.

Should you decide to venture out, Gaylord is only 5 miles away where you can enjoy shopping and dining at several locations. You are close to many championship golf courses, or if you stay in the winter skiing and snowmobile trails are only a few steps away.

Fishing poles, paddle board and Kayak are there for you to use during your stay. We provide Cable WiFi and games as well for those lazy rainy days. Start building your vacation memories today!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We hope you find your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Cleaning fee is for general cleaning. We ask that all dishes are cleaned and put away. Bedding stripped from beds used and in laundry area with first load of laundry started in washer before leaving. If you used chairs or other lake equipment, please put back in shed or on porch.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 888650vb
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 in Gaylord, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Otsego Lake State Park and Hartwick Pines State Park, while Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Gaylord Discovery Center and Bavarian Falls Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Otsego Lake State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marsh Ridge Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 34 min drive - 51.9 km
  • Torch Lake - 48 min drive - 67.0 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 51 min drive - 70.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪China1 Buffet - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Marathon Gas & SUBWAY - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Otsego Lake Beach-Front Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Large Otsego Lake Beach-Front Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large Otsego Lake Beach-Front Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Otsego Lake Beach-Front Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large Otsego Lake Beach-Front Home located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gaylord holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Otsego Lake State Park, Marsh Ridge Golf Course and Loon Golf Resort. Lakes Golf Course and Michaywe Pines Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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

Lake Ostego Getaway

Loved being right on the beach, front deck was beautiful. Bedrooms were less than desired, but overall everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2021
Thanks for choosing our home for you vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Family reunion

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

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

Great spot on Otsego

Very clean, well maintained property. Very nice, sandy beach for kids or adults to enjoy. Great porch/patio facing the water. Cabin was very cozy and had great space in the common areas to accommodate our family. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2020
Kyle, Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for choosing our cabin for your vacation. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Excellent choice for families!!!

We had 8 people ages 8 months- 40 and this house was perfect for all of us!! The beach was a hit with our kiddos, including the nice new porch for the adults! We loved it, and we’ll be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2021
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ann L.

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

Otsego Lake Cottage

Great location, amazing outdoor space, fully stocked kitchen with every utensil imaginable. As discussed with the owner, the inside is need of some TLC. Can’t wait to see the improvements.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2022
Thanks for the comments. We admit we've neglected the inside while completing our outdoor upgrades. Our feeling is that most people will enjoy the beach and the deck but still wanted some comforts on the inside. We ensure the kitchen remains fully stocked, our bathrooms and bedrooms are cleaned before our guests arrive and try and make the stay as comfortable as possible. We are planning a few inside projects for next year, especially the lower lever carpeting. We will update our photos when the projects are complete. It's unfortunate this review is only a 2 star overall. I would encourage everyone to read other reviews, especially if you are wanting to enjoy a beachfront vacation in Northern Michigan.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti K.

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

Family Fun

Great home and even more perfect beach. My 18 month, 3 and 6 year old grandchildren played on the beach and swam in water only knee high up to end of dock. The paddle board and kayak provided were great fun! The deck was beautiful and enjoyed by all. We didn’t need to bring anything—beach chairs, toys, towels, kitchen essentials all provided. We are looking forward to our next year visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thanks for the review. We look forward to seeing you in 2020. Look for some more improvements!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell K.

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

Up North at it's Finest

Beautiful home. Plenty of space inside to relax, nice seating for meals inside and out. Bed situation was fabulous - mattresses all comfortable and linens plentiful and great quality. Kitchen had all of the items we needed. Grill was easy to use. Kayak and paddle board were a super addition, we were on the lake and enjoying the sunshine. Great internet, plenty of hot water. All of the amenities to make a great get-away weekend in Michigan's Up North.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2020
Janell, Thank you for the wonderful review. We are happy to hear you all enjoyed yourselves on the lake. We are looking forward to seeing you again in the future. Randy
Archival

8/10 Good

Angelina P.

Great location on the beach

We had a great weekend on the lake, the only reason I'm saying four stars is because all the bedrooms are upstairs and there is no AC in the cottage so in the middle of July the upstairs was 90+ degrees even with the windows open. I would go back there on a weekend it wasn't going to be hot. The owner was very responsive and helpful with questions I had regarding my stay. We made sure we cleaned up after ourselves and left the place how we found it, so we were able to get our deposit back. Very family friendly home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Based on your recommendation we added AC on the upper level in 2017. Thanks for helping us make our cottage even a better place to spend your vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

Simply Perfect

The property was exactly as described. Very clean and orderly. Everything was very easy to find. The owner came out to greet us and answer any questions. Communication was open and helpful. We had a wonderful stay. The location was exactly where I wanted to be. The sleeping accommodations met our needs. The kitchen and bathrooms were spotless clean, as was the rest of the home. We had a wonderful 3-day get-away. I hope he has an opening when we plan our next vacation. I would love to stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2020
Thank you Sandra for taking time to write such a great review. So happy you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you in the future...Randy
Verified

8/10 Good

Sydney H.

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

Cozy Cottage!

The weather was less than ideal during our stay which was a big bummer. We had 4 adults and a 3 and 1 year old. But the cottage was so cozy and the deck was perfect to sit and watch the storms or enjoy the outdoors even if it was raining. The beach was so great, just what I was looking for for the kids. The neighbors are a lot closer than it looked in the pictures. It was fine though. They had everything we needed. We even visited Gaylord and some of the things it offers to keep us busy. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Amazing!!

Rance, one of the property managers, was so thoughtful & easy to communicate with. We absolutely loved this cottage & we will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie B.

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

Nice beach vacation

Overall we enjoyed our trip at this cottage- just wished it was a little warmer and less windy (that's Michigan for you). Kids enjoyed the shallow water and sandy bottom. They also liked jumping off the dock. We had a little trouble with leaves piling up on the beach and in the water but the owner did come and clean up most of it. Perhaps consider hiring someone to maintain the beach for your renters if this happens in the future? Also if bringing a boat, make sure to bring items to secure it in the water or on the beach. It was VERY windy for several days during our stay and I'm not sure if that's typical weather for Gaylord, but it's best to be prepared or risk damaging your boat. Fishing in Otsego lake was tough for us; we did not catch much even with much effort. The interior of the cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed to prepare our meals. The beds were also very comfortable and the cabin was clean upon arrival. We did have trouble with the circuit breaker blowing often when the air conditioner was running as it appears many outlets are connected to one circuit (upstairs lighting/outlets, 2 air conditioners, refrigerator, and downstairs bathroom). Not too big of a problem for us but could become a problem for renters in the heat of summer. Some outlets upstairs were also quite loose which could pose a fire hazard. Would suggest updating electrical items upstairs and getting rid of broken dresser. Overall we did enjoy our stay and our kids had tons of fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

Beautiful, quiet week on the lake.

We had a wonderful time. Lake and area was quiet. Rance was helpful and concerned about our comfort. The lake was rough a couple of days. No fish biting even though we saw a few. Overall a great time. Thank you Rance for going the extra mile checking on our comfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmy J.

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

Great Experience!

The home, the location, the setting, the owners were all great. Just what we were looking for and hoping for. The pictures were spot on what to expect. Swimming area was ideal. My 8 yr old and 6 yr loved jumping off the dock, building in the sand and attempting to catch fish off the dock. Beach gets aftn sun so one morning we went and played mini golf which is attached to a wild animal museum. They liked that a lot too! My 8 yr learned to kayak and is a pretty good driver. All in all it was a nice, relaxing week. I can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2020
Emmy, We’re so glad to hear you and your family enjoyed your vacation. Thank you for choosing our home for your stay and taking time to write a review. We look forward to seeing you all again soon. Randy & Rance
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

Wonderful Week

What a great week we had!! We had 6 adults and 4 children and had plenty of space. Getting in the car to come home is the first time I left the cottage all week! The beach and lake was just perfect for our family! The deck was our living space for the week! The kitchen is stocked perfectly and we had everything we needed! Rance and Randy are wonderful and answer any questions you have immediately!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2020
Kathy...so glad to hear you all enjoyed yourselves. We look forward to seeing you again soon and thanks for taking time to write such a great review. Randy & Rance
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

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

Great family vacation

This is our second time staying here. Perfect getaway! Kids had a blast swimming and playing on the large sand beach. Fishing was good. The deck with overhang was a perfect place for our 10 month old to play out of the sun. The cottage exceeded our needs. Rance and Randy both were great and very accommodating. Looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2020
Thanks Jay for your kind words. Glad to hear you and your family enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to seeing you next year. Randy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jami b.

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

Awesome weekend ☀️😎

We had a wonderful time. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. We wished we would have been able to stay longer. We’d love to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2020
Jami, Thanks for choosing our home for your vacation. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohamad A.

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

Incredible experience, hospitality unlike any other. The owner was very polite and explained everyth

Incredible experience, hospitality unlike any other. The owner was very polite and explained everything very clearly. Thank you so much for everything!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2020
Mohamad, Thank you for your review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We look foreword to seeing you again in the future. Randy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor C.

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

Great Location! Great Beach!

Loved this place, it was exactly what we needed. Kids loved the beach right out the front door and the sandy bottom. Kayaks were great and the lake was amazing! Thanks for sharing your home with us!!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thanks Trevor...we look forward to seeing you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Supreme sunsets

Three generations of our family enjoyed a wonderful week at this well equipped cottage. The beautiful beach was great for waterskiing and tubing as well as soaking up the sun and later in the evenings for cookouts and campfires. We definitely plan to return next year. Many thanks for a great stay. Linda
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thanks for the great review Linda...looking forward to seeing you next year. Randy and Rance
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Great Beach Vacation!

The cottage was roomy, clean, and located right on the beach. We loved making s’mores in the fire pit provided and watching fireworks over the lake from the front deck. Thank you for such great hospitality!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Glad to hear you all enjoyed our cottage. We hope you come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

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

Fun Vacation

The beach was beautiful and perfect for our little kids. The sand was great and the water was so clear. The cabin was clean and everything we needed was there for our use. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thanks for the kind review. Hope to have you all back soon! Randy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

Fantastic family vacation spot !!

We enjoyed our family getaway for 4 nights with 7 adults and 4 small children at this great spot. The house was very clean upon arrival. My favorite thing about the house was the beautiful new deck It is very large and has a great speaker system that we enjoyed. The living furniture is very nice and the beach and water level was perfect for the 2-4 year olds. They loved the sand area There is a hose around the house but a suggestion would be to have a little wood or cement area with a hose right before you go up onto the deck so not to track so much sand up there. They have lots of sand toys, a nice paddle board and fishing poles that were nice to use We would recommend this beach house to anyone. Thank you to owners for sharing your house with our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Sandy beach!

I admit, we rented this house because of it's sandy beach that leads you to the water. Well, I wasn't disappointed!!! The sand was clean of debris and the walkway was prefect for when your feet were clean and you wanted them to stay that way. The availability of a kayak and paddle board was great. The little ones were on the beach all day and evening or they were in the water playing. The porch was a perfect place to relax in the shade, have a drink, or have dinner with a beautiful view. We even celebrated our granddaughter's 4th birthday on the deck. She felt so special. The house itself was very clean and we appreciate that so much. It should be noted that the bedrooms upstairs are; the master bedroom, a loft that has 3 beds, (no privacy), and one bedroom that you have to walk through to get to the bathroom. We made it work, but other people may find it an inconvenience. The master bedroom has windows facing the water and is just beautiful. Thank you for our awsome vacation home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Justin H.

Great place for a relaxing vacation!

Being right on the lake was amazing. The beach was perfect for my little girls. It’s pretty shallow for awhile so my daughters were able to play in the water. The deck was a wonderful place to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. Only thing I would suggest is to bring extra fans as it can get hot in the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Randy Charboneau

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My brother and I decided to purchase this home so we could continue to enjoy some of our summers on Otsego Lake. We are both originally from here and have had many summers of boating and fishing. Rance and his family still live here and I live in Saratoga Springs, NY.

Why they chose this property

My wife and I and our family vacation here every summer to visit family and friends that still are in Gaylord. For the past several years we've rented this house and have always enjoyed the lake and the Arbutus Beach community. When it came up for sale we decided to buy the home. We will be coming a lot more often to not only enjoy some of the summer days, but maybe some of the other seasons as well.

What makes this property unique

What we enjoyed about this home was how much room there is for family and friends to stay. 3 queen beds, 2 single beds and 2 pull out couches. Everything was there plus we could step off the porch right onto the sandy beach. Besides the state park, this small beach front community has some of the best sand on the lake. The deepest part of the lake is right off the dock which also lends itself to some great fishing.

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