Secluded Lakefront Cottage On 14 Acres With Beautiful Sunset Views!

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Explore the area

Johannesburg, MI

Little Bear Lake7 min drive
Garland17 min drive
Michaywe Pines Golf Course22 min drive
Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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

If you're looking for a private, secluded retreat with beautiful sunset views on a quiet lake, we have just the place for you! Our summer cottage and property has been in our family for three generations. You're less than 90 minutes away from beautiful 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.

Property manager

Dean Long

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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. Otsego County Historical Museum and Call of the Wild Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Gaylord Discovery Center and Otsego County Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Johannesburg, MI

What's nearby

Little Bear Lake - 7 min drive
Garland - 17 min drive
Michaywe Pines Golf Course - 22 min drive
Otsego Lake State Park - 24 min drive
Boyne Mountain - 57 min drive

Getting around

Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

Paul's Pub - 11 min drive
J&B Spot Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
The Old Depot - 11 min drive
Little Roadside Market - 13 min drive
Krispy Krunchy Chicken - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Lakefront Cottage On 14 Acres With Beautiful Sunset Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Lakefront Cottage 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 West Twin Lake and Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve. Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic and Garland are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laura T., Macomb County

2 September 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 August 2023

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

Stan S.

14 August 2023

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

Northern retreat

Stayed August 10-13 with my son and had a nice weekend fishing and relaxing. My 4th time staying here. Quiet lake had a few Loons on the lake on one day plus variety of birds to see. Keurig coffee maker is convenient for a quick cup of coffee.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

shelley k.

18 July 2023

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

8/10 Good

Traci M.

7 July 2023

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

About the host

Hosted by Dean Long

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 10 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, many of our extended family members live close by to the cabin.

What makes this property unique

I can honestly, objectively state that we own THE premier property on Douglas Lake! The sunsets are gorgeous! During a recent stay, we were visited by a family of three loons, along with a heron along the water's edge.