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Private Lakefront Cabin On 14 Acres With Beautiful Sunset Views!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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View from from our front deck
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Our front deck
Outdoor dining
View looking back from our lakefront

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Little Bear Lake
  • Place, West Twin Lake
  • Place, Garland

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Private Lakefront Cabin On 14 Acres With Beautiful Sunset Views!

If you're looking for a private, quiet, peaceful retreat with gorgeous sunset views on a beautiful lake, we have just the place for you! Our summer cabin and wooded property has been in our family for three generations. We have 500 feet of lakefront. You're less than 90 minutes away from wonderful recreational and relaxing destinations such as Mackinac Island, Traverse City, wine country, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, and Hartwick Pines State Park. Or, just stay around our cabin to read, sunbathe, walk, fish, or swim. TV access includes ABC, NBC, CBS, and PBS. No Internet and little cell phone access can be a blessing! Nearby towns for dining, shopping and entertainment include Lewiston and Gaylord. Sorry, no hunters.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
Please treat our property as if it were yours - locked upon leaving, trash picked-up, and the property neat and orderly. Thank you!

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Johannesburg

Located in Johannesburg, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Garland and Michaywe Pines Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve and Otsego Lake State Park. 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

  • Little Bear Lake - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • West Twin Lake - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Lake Louise - 16 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Garland - 19 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 27 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul's Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪J and B's Spot Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Old Depot Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪J and K's Pit Stop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lakefront Cabin On 14 Acres With Beautiful Sunset Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Lakefront Cabin On 14 Acres With Beautiful Sunset Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lakefront Cabin On 14 Acres With Beautiful Sunset Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Lakefront Cabin On 14 Acres With Beautiful Sunset Views! located?

Situated in Johannesburg, this beach cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Little Bear Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Johannesburg Branch Library and West Twin Lake. Kujawa Lake and Johannesburg Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, lovely cottage that has all the basics! We enjoyed the ponds, woods and lake! Had a great fire pit & outdoor patio. Was perfect for relaxing & enjoying the beautiful scenery!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect lake getaway

This was our fifth year staying here and it’s always a great time. Great cabin, perfect location on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don K., CULVER

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

Fun stay

We had a great time relaxing in a really beautiful area. The lake is really peaceful and we caught quite a few fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gail N.

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

Clean great place for a quiet get away.

Enjoyed the week, fishing, paddle boat and kayaking on a quiet lake. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

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

Family time

We had a great stay here! Quiet, peaceful family time is just what we all needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Great Place

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The lake was very quiet and we even caught a few fish off the end of the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Eric K.

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

Privacy Haven

Wonderful place and excellent location. I have loved the area since childhood, and this was the perfect place to stay. I hated to leave. I hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Great Fishing!

Wonderfully private, secluded fishing cottage. Good fishing for the hubby and a peaceful place for the wife to do some sewing. This was our second visit and we'd be happy to come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stan S.

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

Clean place and peaceful lake.

Up north at its best. Great place to disconnect from phones. Very clean cabin/cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., West Bloomfield Township, Michigan

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

Second Weekend in July

Extremely clean, well maintained, quiet, relaxing, more amenities than listed. The only draw back was our stay was too short.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Relaxing

Cabin was super clean. View was amazing. There are plenty "sightseeing " spots to travel to for raining days. For cabin days, relax on the deck by the fire. Look at the night sky from the paddle boat or row boat. This cabin was amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

shelley k.

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

Great stay

The cottage was exactly as described and pictured. The kids (6,9,13) loved the sandy beach area and catching minnows by the dock. The adults loved having coffee and relaxing on the deck. This lake is full of bass and crystal clear. The few times (only 2 or 3 times the whole week) others were on the lake with pontoons or jet skis they were so respectful. We will definitely plan on returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

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

Beautiful

Love this place.Been vacationing here for about 5 years.Secluded property, great sunsets.If fishing is your thing the bass are everywhere. If not,have a drink on the patio watch the sunset. Cozy up in the living room for a nice fire. Dean is a great host. Definitely going back next year,Thanks Dean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura T., Macomb County

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

Relaxing getaway

Loved being on the lake, sitting on the deck having coffee in the morning and watching the birds, enjoying a fire at night, and being in a great location to do some day-trips to see some sights. I've never been at a VRBO that had more items for us to use in their cupboards and closets- that was a lovely and generous surprise. We enjoyed trolling the lake in Dean's boat and we caught some nice bass from the dock in the evening. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Traci M.

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

Nice Getaway

The cabin was clean and well stocked. The window A/Cs worked well for the hot days. We came to fish but unfortunately did not catch a single fish from the dock nor out and about on the lake. The flies were biting pretty badly. But neither of those things are the owner's fault. It was nice using the paddle boat and rowboat. The views of the lake were beautiful. Nice secluded area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee Z.

Beautiful, peaceful lakefront cabin

The lake views were unbeatable. I loved going to sleep at night and waking up in the master bedroom - with the blinds open, the view was amazing. We also lucked out on weather that it was cool in the evening and we never needed a/c. We took some beautiful photos of the sunset and just after sunset. This location was perfect for us. Private and secluded, but there were other houses on the lake and we occasionally saw neighbors. So we didn't feel completely isolated. The boats were great! We took our kayaks with us, but if we go back we won't bother bringing those. As other reviews stated, the cabin was very clean. Regarding the review that said there was a musty smell - I didn't smell it at all. I have a very sensitive nose. There were a couple of air fresheners that I unplugged while we were there, but I still never smelled mustiness. If you're looking for a peaceful, relaxing getaway - I highly recommend this. Thank you, Dean, for sharing your family cabin with us!

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place!We have been visiting Deans property for around 8 years.Never disappointed.Quiet and relaxing. Looking forward to next year.Thanks Dean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was not my first visit. It will probably not be my last.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at Dean’s lake house. It’s exactly what you want for an up north getaway !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Exactly as listed. Shore line was a little more over grown than the picture but still a beautiful view. Home was clean and well supplied with everything we needed and the property was peaceful. The lake is so clean, perfect for swimming. We loved it there and hope to return next summer. Thank you for sharing this gem with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garret G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy little place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan H.

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

Adventure

Property was nice and peaceful. Was only able to stay through Saturday morning as a pipe broke in the bathroom. Had to shut off water to the house so house wouldn't flood and find and pay for a new place to stay. All happened the morning of the day we were having a celebration of life for my mom. Host was accommodating and let us leave our stuff there until later in the day. Good communication with host once I had cell service in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

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

Just what we were looking for!

My husband, 3 kids (10, 9, 3) and I were looking for a more secluded place to stay but on water and this was the perfect fit and more! The fishing was great, beautiful sunsets and the sounds of the loons all day and night was so relaxing and enjoyable. We will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

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

Beautiful

Great place,good Bass fishing. Sunsets are awesome.Love this rental,stay at least once a year.The privacy is nice,peaceful tranquility. Dean is a great host.See you next year if not sooner
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful

It was a perfect little slice of heaven for us. The cabin was clean and fully stocked, but would benefit from some updates in the bathtubs/shower due to the tub flooring feeling a bit unstable. The lake and overall area is beautiful. We absolutely loved the place and the property host responded immediately when we reached out. We are very appreciative that Dean shared his property with us. We have already discussed returning for our next vacation, and hope to be back in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dean Long

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My parents first purchased this property from a family member in 1979. For many years, it was their retirement destination throughout the summer. With their passing, my sister and I have owned this property and cabin for the past 20 years. With our year-around homes some distance away, we don't have the opportunity to vacation here as much as we'd like to. However, several of our cousins live close by. Thus, still, we find ourselves staying there for a couple weeks or so during most summers. We love every visit!

What makes this property unique

I can honestly, objectively state that we own THE premier property on Douglas Lake! The sunsets are gorgeous. Fog often rises off the the water in the early morning. At that time, and at dusk, the water is like glass, making it perfect for kayaking or canoeing. We're often visited by chipmunks, ducks, loons, wild turkeys, herons, and an occasional bald eagle flying overhead.

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