Johannesburg, Michigan
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.
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!
This was our fifth year staying here and it’s always a great time. Great cabin, perfect location on the lake.
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.
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.
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.
Beautiful sunsets,quiet relaxing private. Love this rental,never disappointed. I've been going to Dean's place for many years.Fishing is good,large mouth Bass everywhere. Clean clear lake,boat's are a definitely a plus.Alredy looking forward to next year
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
This was the second year we stayed in Dean's cabin during our anniversary (55th) week. We had lovely weather this year but for some unknown reason we had poor fishing success. We did make a return trip to Hartwick Pines that just projects beauty and calmness, especially after the summer season. On our last day we discovered Aspen Park inside Gaylord. What a surprise. It has lovely paved paths throughout a beautiful large forest It is a delightful park and you do not have to go far to find it. It is not far from Jay's. We hated to leave Gaylord, but that is the way with short vacations. The Atens, Bloomfield Twp. Michigan
Nice place
This was my second time renting this beautiful property. Thank you Dean for making this available for rent. If I don't make it back next year. I would definitely like to in the near future. The worst thing about staying here is leaving.
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!
It is a basic in the woods property. The online listing is exactly what it is. My family enjoy being away from everything. Our main activities were fishing and doing puzzles that were there for guests. Yes, it is dated, but that was true to the pictures.
We had a great stay here! Quiet, peaceful family time is just what we all needed.
Unfortunately, illness in the family prevented my brother & his wife from joining us at the cabin. So we did not get to do a lot of things we had planned to do together. And being on the senior side of life and alone, the boat, paddleboat and canoe did not get used at all while we were there. However, we are desert rats from Arizona and we took a lot of pleasure in sitting on the deck overlooking lovely Douglas Lake, watching the animals and the other folks enjoying the lake. We did some fishing from the dock and caught some beautiful bass and a massive bluegill! So, while it was disappointing not to have our family with us, this was a beautiful place to be isolated in. Thank you, Dean!
Up north at its best. Great place to disconnect from phones. Very clean cabin/cottage.
We have stayed at this property several times and it has always been absolutely fabulous. The host is wonderful to work with, quickly responds with great detailed information. Property is clean and well stocked. We can’t wait to go back!
Enjoyed the week, fishing, paddle boat and kayaking on a quiet lake. Great location.
It was a very nice place to relax love the lake and that it was just enough out of the way we had a great time even did some exploring would definitely recommend if you enjoy the out doors and nature
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!
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