Whileaway Lakehouse Beautiful Lakefront Home Perfect for Making Memories!
Gaylord, Coos County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Whileaway Lakehouse Beautiful Lakefront Home Perfect for Making Memories! Wonderful lakefront home overlooking Lake Arrowhead (aka Buhl Lakes). This fabulous updated (see new photos of the thoughtful updates...more to come) vintage lakehouse has 2700 sf of living space with 174 ft of private lake frontage....lots of room for the whole family to enjoy! We have an ideal location for swimming, f...
Whileaway Lakehouse Beautiful Lakefront Home Perfect for Making Memories! Wonderful lakefront home overlooking Lake Arrowhead (aka Buhl Lakes). This fabulous updated (see new photos of the thoughtful updates...more to come) vintage lakehouse has 2700 sf of living space with 174 ft of private lake frontage....lots of room for the whole family to enjoy! We have an ideal location for swimming, fishing and boating with plenty of space to just unwind and relax. There is immediate access to the main snowmobiling and orv trails right outside our door and plenty of room for your toy haulers in the driveway. For the ski lovers, there are cross country skiing trails in the area and downhill ski resorts just 20 minutes away. Don't forget about morel mushrooms in the spring and the beautiful fall foliage. Our guests will have access to the heated in ground community pool Memorial weekend through Labor Day. Pool, pavilion, multiple playgrounds, and basketball court are just a short walk from our home. We have two kayaks, pedal boat and an aluminum row boat with life jackets provided. Jump in the lake or fish right off the dock! The shoreline at the cottage is grassy with a sandy bottom. Relax on the hammock in the trees while looking out on the lake. There is also a large lakeside paver patio and bonfire pit for night time star gazing, sing-a-longs and roasting marshmallows. Whileaway Lakehouse has a spectacular view off the main floor 60' balcony and matching lower patio. This light filled, well appointed and provisioned home sits at the top point of Lake Arrowhead... kick back and enjoy the view! We are located in an incredible, private, Northern Michigan vacation resort community. The Arrowhead community consists of 640 acres of forested land, multiple lakes and trails for you to explore in all seasons. Located in the golf mecca of Michigan, we have 29 golf courses within 10-30 minutes. We also are within 15-60 minutes to downhill skiing including Boyne Mountain, Nubs Nob and Treetops. Boyne Mountain also has a wonderful indoor water park (lots of fun for the kids). The home has two large family rooms which is perfect for families and groups with two separate levels of fun. There are two bedrooms up (with queen beds) and two bedrooms down (two twin beds in each room). There's also a queen size sofa bed in the lower level family room. We have a dining room large enough to accommodate all lodgers plus outdoor seating on the balcony and lower patio. Whileaway Lakehouse is centrally located and just 15 minutes to Gaylord, 30 minutes to Boyne City, 45 minutes to Petosky and an hour to Traverse City and Mackinaw City. Come and make memories at Whileaway!
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach chairs
- Beach towels
- Boat
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
- Ski & snowboard
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Water parks
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Horseback riding
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Golf
- Basketball court
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Gambling casinos
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pool
- Dryer
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:30 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 10:30 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- All guests must follow posted community rules. Thank you: All guests must follow posted community rules. Thank you
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- Note from host: Deposit will be forfeited if violated
- 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Gaylord
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Lake Arrowhead, a neighbourhood in Gaylord. Otsego Lake State Park and Pine Baron Pathway reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bavarian Falls Park and Otsego County Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Gaylord Country Club 14 min drive
- Gaylord Discovery Center 20 min drive
- Otsego County Sportsplex 21 min drive
- Otsego Lake State Park 24 min drive
- Boyne Mountain 34 min drive
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 78 min drive
Restaurants
- Lake of the North Airport (4Y4) 21 min drive
- Settings Restaurant 22 min drive
- West Side Pizza 23 min drive
- Larry Reichert Entertainment 18 min drive
- Louie Louies BBQ 15 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Whileaway Lakehouse Beautiful Lakefront Home Perfect for Making Memories! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Whileaway Lakehouse Beautiful Lakefront Home Perfect for Making Memories! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Whileaway Lakehouse Beautiful Lakefront Home Perfect for Making Memories!?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Whileaway Lakehouse Beautiful Lakefront Home Perfect for Making Memories!?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Whileaway Lakehouse Beautiful Lakefront Home Perfect for Making Memories! located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pine Baron Pathway, Natural Golf Course and Gaylord Country Club. Bavarian Falls Park and Big Bradford Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).