Lakefront cottage with deck and firepit. Pets are welcome!

Gaylord, Michigan
$322 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Located on the West shore of all-sports Manuka Lake, this freshly updated and fully equipped 3-bed, 2-bath home sits on half an acre of lakefront and is ready for activities year-round. Inside you will find oversized east-facing lakeview windows that provide gorgeous sunrise views and showcase the natural beauty of the lake and its wildlife. Starlink internet and smart TVs will keep you connected if you wish.

Enjoy the outdoors on the large deck, in the yard at the fire pit, or downon the beach. Lawn chairs, picnic tables, a grill, and some recreational equipment are provided. Enjoy quick access to public land and trail systems and just a 10-minute drive to downtown Gaylord.

For winter activities, the lake freezes well and is popular for ice fishing, ice skating, and snowmobiling. There are 100s of miles of readily accessible snowmobile trails in the area, both heading into Gaylord and out towards Waters and Mancelona. Multiple ski resorts are within a 40 mile radius, offering skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, and various winter activities.

For summer activities, the house comes with a dock, paddle-board, 2 adult kayaks, (child kayaks available upon request), paddle boat, life jackets, beach towels, inflatable tubes, and three fishing poles. This is a great lake for fishing! There is a public boat launch about a quarter mile north of the house. The house is equipped with AC.

We offer a quick and easy check out process - no doing all the work of the cleaner!

Situated centrally on the lake, the cottage offers views and fabulous access to open water. Come explore the lake and all the activities northern Michigan has to offer, and stay for the comforts and conveniences of cottage life. Pets are welcome!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    3 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1250 Sq Ft (116 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hunting Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayak On Site Power Boating Nearby Sledding Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Brandi

    Submitted May 12, 2024

    Stayed May 10, 2024

    Very well stocked kitchen! Anything you can think of that may be needed. Beautiful home on a quiet lake. Wish we could've stayed longer. So peaceful and relaxing. Very well taken care of home. The reading material is quite entertaining also.

  • Matt A.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Kitchen was well stocked with everything I could think a family would need including multiple coffee options . Games for the kids. Cozy home with great sunrise views of the lake. Large parking area. Address large and well lit. Easy entry.

  • Kate A.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    Wonderful view and comfortable space to hang out for a game weekend with friends. Everything we needed was provided and check out process was very easy we didn’t really have to do anything. Would stay again.

  • Kim M.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    Perfect for a visit! Easy and clean!! Plus it was a beautiful view of the lake!

  • Gwen A.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    We enjoyed staying at your cozy and quiet lakeside cottage. Hosts anticipated all basic needs and we appreciated use of the kayaks and simple check out policies. We could have used some instructions on accessing the tv, but used our own youtube account so all was well. Loved the coffee bar but would suggest a coffee pot with automatic turnoff. Overall, it was an awesome family weekend in your beautifully decorated and updated cottage!

  • Sandra B.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 17, 2025

    Very relaxing and quiet lake and beds were extremely comfortable. It was very nice to have a washer and dryer also and a great location to cover all the upper cities in Michigan on day trips. Unfortunately we did not get to use all the kayaks and paddle board but I am sure in the summer months it is a great asset.

  • Christi V.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    The property description was very accurate. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, utensils etc. The lake is great for kayaking and we used a couple of the kayaks provided along with our own. We enjoyed the fire pit roasting marshmallows and watched the stars come out every night. A very nice, quiet spot not far from other lakes and Gaylord.

  • Kim H.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Great communication with host. Comfortable stay with great waterfront view.

  • deborah s.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Very clean! Easy check in and out. Loved the lakeview with a beach.

  • Anna M.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    We loved our stay! Thank you for sharing your piece of Northern Michigan heaven with us!

  • Tanya G.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Our group had a nice time at this home. We had a decent size group with young children. The kids loved the sand box and all the toys that were available to use. We utilized the kayaks that were provided which was nice to explore the lake. The kitchen had alot of appliances that made it easy to have dinner ready (crock pot etc).

  • KAREN B.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Very nice place. It is nicely decorated and appears newly updated. The bedrooms were more spacious than I expected. We enjoyed the fire pit. The owners seemed to anticipate guests’ needs and anything we wished for was already provided.

  • Daryl F.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Nice, quiet and relaxing stay.

  • Danielle V.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    Super spacious. Was nice that they had amazing touches that made them the best place we stayed from nice welcome gifts to having paddle boat and kayaks for us to use. Beds were SUPER COMFORTABLE. ive always stayed in hotels so i was super nervous about trying this but it was wonderful

  • Elizabeth M.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    Great place on the water. We stayed just one night but had a great time sitting with family by the fire. Husband and I watched the sunrise from our bedroom. Would stay again!

  • Submitted May 4, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    Definitely one of my favorite experiences at a vacation rental! The place was clean, homey and exactly as advertised. Lots of cute little touches. Loved how quiet the surrounding area is- perfect for relaxing. Lake/beach was clean and serene. Hosts were quick and effective communicators leading up to our arrival and we had literally no issues during our stay. I hope we will make it back next summer! Would love to stay again.

  • Ahnuh H.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2025

    Stayed Feb 16, 2025

    The cottage was well maintained and very clean. We appreciated the sweet welcome gifts. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Thank you!

  • Kaitlyn C.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2025

    Stayed Feb 13, 2025

    What a nice little cabin such a great place for a relaxing weekend!

  • Doug M.

    Submitted Feb 12, 2025

    Stayed Feb 6, 2025

    Very clean , sleeps several , and nice parking for snowmobile trailer ! Definitely staying again

  • Travis F.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    This was a very clean and nice place

  • Meg L.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    So much space for such a cozy little home. We hope to bring family back here if we ever need a place in the area. Great views of the lake, Adorable deck, and warm and cozy during our winter stay. The hosts were easy to communicate with and made check out the easiest ever!

  • Amber L.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    Our family had a wonderful stay at this cozy lake cottage. The lake view was beautiful. The beds were comfortable and we had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The owner was very kind and quick to respond. We would stay again!

  • Mark K.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Very nice and clean home. Only negative was we had no access to the 3rd Bathroom.

  • Geraldine K.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    This was just the place we needed for my husband and me to get away for a few days. It was very clean. The full moon and sunrise over the lake was beautiful! Gaylord was close and had anything we needed. The host emailed us helpful suggestions for outings based on our interests. Thanks!

  • Daniel B.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    Our family had a relaxing week at your lake home. Did lots of fishing and caught northern, bass and some nice blue gill. Beautiful home on a beautiful lake. We will definitely plan a return trip next year.

  • Stephanie S.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    The cottage was a cute space to enjoy a relaxing weekend on the lake. Everything was clean, spacious and lots of amenities were included. The neighbors were all friendly and it was great to bring our larger dog. Would definitely stay there again.

  • Joy K.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    This property had it all. We stayed with our adult children and their spouses as well as 2 dogs. The house was clean and comfortable with everything needed for a fun weekend at the lake. We made use of the kayaks, paddleboat, paddle board, and small rowboat. The lake was clean and sandy. We loved the fire pit for night time relaxation. Location was good. First floor bedroom a plus. We visited Hartwick pines state park and drove to Bellaire to go to Short's brewery. We had a minor problem that the owner took care of very quickly. Communication with owner was excellent. We will definitely love to stay again.

  • Anne K.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    We all enjoyed lovely Manuka Lake and the cottage. The easy access beach was a huge plus for our dog and toddler grandson. We loved seeing and hearing the loons and bald eagles. Would stay again!

  • Carrie A.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    Staying was exactly what we expected and needed. Very relaxing, the home was inviting. We all had an amazing time. Thank you for having us in your home.

  • Bryan O.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    My family had a wonderful stay at this cottage. We had all the space we needed and the added amenities like the kayak, paddle board, and paddle boat were greatly appreciated and used a lot. My nephews caught their first fishes ever and now are obsessed so I consider that a win. We truly enjoyed our time at the lake and would come back anytime and stay here again. Highly recommended!

  • Alice D.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    We had a great stay. The host had everthing that you would need. The house was located on the lake with a nice lake.

  • Shannon R.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2024

    Stayed Jul 11, 2024

    Cabin was great, listing is accurate, and it had everything we needed. The kids said playing in the lake with the paddle boat and board was their favorite part of the trip. It’s apparent the care the host put in to provide amenities and make our stay pleasant.

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$313+
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