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Nestled between Boyne, Traverse, Charlevoix, and Petoskey, this northern Michigan cottage offers a serene getaway with Otsego Lake views and a sandy beach steps away. Enjoy kayaking or fishing in the summer or snowshoeing in the winter; relax by the fire pit or savor grilled meals on charcoal grill.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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About this property

Newly Renovated 3bd Cottage Retreat & Fire Pit Sleeps 8

  • The Blue Cottage – Luxury Lakeview Retreat | Mid-Term Stays Welcome | Otsego Lake Area
    Welcome to The Blue Cottage, a newly renovated, high-end home designed for families, traveling nurses, corporate relocation guests, and extended vacationers. Located near Otsego Lake in beautiful Gaylord, MI, this property blends modern amenities and Northern Michigan charm. Every detail—from brand-new hardwood floors and designer furniture to central AC, high-speed Wi-Fi, and smart TVs in every room—was thoughtfully curated to create a comfortable and luxurious stay for both short-term vacationers and long-term guests.

    Why Guests Love The Blue Cottage
    Mid-Term Stays Welcome: Ideal for traveling healthcare professionals, corporate relocations, construction crews, remote workers, and snowbirds
    Lake Lifestyle: Minutes to Otsego Lake State Park Beach, multiple public boat launches, and kayaks provided for guest use
    Adventure Hub: Direct access to Trail 4 & Trail 7 snowmobile and ORV trails, plus nearby hiking, biking, skiing, golf, fishing, and boating
    Work & Stream Ready: High-speed Wi-Fi and brand-new smart TVs make working from home or streaming entertainment effortless
    Family-Friendly Amenities: Wellness room with gaming consoles, board games, and a cozy indoor fireplace perfect for all ages
    Outdoor Living: Newly built fire pit with seating overlooking the neighborhood, gas grill, private driveway for boats and trailers
    Sleeping Arrangements (Up to 10 Guests)
    Upstairs Bedroom 1: Queen bed + single bed with pull-out mattress (sleeps 4)
    Upstairs Bedroom 2: King bed (sleeps 2)
    Upstairs Bedroom 3: Queen bed + 2 Twin beds (sleeps 4)
    Downstairs Bedroom: Queen bed (sleeps 2)
    Two bathrooms with premium amenities, plus washer and dryer for longer stays
    Nearby Attractions & SEO Keywords
    Otsego Lake State Park (½ mile) – swimming, fishing, boating
    Public boat launches: Birch Way (½ mile), County Park (2 miles), State Park (5 miles)
    Ski Resorts: Treetops Resort, Otsego Resort (minutes away)
    Golf Courses: Top-ranked Northern Michigan courses nearby
    Downtown Gaylord (10 minutes) – restaurants, breweries, boutiques, grocery stores
    Regional Hubs: Boyne, Charlevoix, Traverse City, and Petoskey all within a short drive
    Perfect For
    Traveling nurses and healthcare staff
    Corporate relocation employees & remote workers
    Families looking for a private, fully equipped home
    Outdoor enthusiasts: snowmobilers, boaters, anglers, and hikers
    Mid-term guests seeking comfortable, turn-key housing
    Managed by Van Treese Management
    A family-owned property management, real estate & design company based in Petoskey, focused on delivering premium guest experiences and hassle-free mid-term housing solutions.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

please be sure the shades down, but not closed so that way natural light can still come in

Please bag your trash and place it in the outside bin

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

1. Garage, shed and owners closet is off limits 2. Beach close by is off limits to guests. Please use State park beach. Beach by cabin is for HOA

When you depart the home, please close all the Blinds and unplug small appliances (if in use)

No smoking in or on property. All guests agree to be fully responsible for can actions/damages during their stay. Host/owner is not held liable.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Gaylord, this holiday home is on a lake. Natural Golf Course and Marsh Ridge 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 Otsego Lake State Park and Hartwick Pines State Park. Gaylord Discovery Center and Otsego County Sportsplex are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. Visit our Gaylord travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Natural Golf Course
    4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Big Bradford Lake
    7 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Marsh Ridge Golf Course
    9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Call of the Wild Museum
    10 min drive - 19.1 km

Restaurants

  • Marathon Gas & SUBWAY
    12 min drive
  • Bennethum's Northern Inn
    10 min drive
  • The Pine Squirrel Bar & Grill
    13 min drive
  • The Keg Bar And Grill
    8 min drive
  • Porter Haus
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Renovated 3bd Cottage Retreat & Fire Pit Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Newly Renovated 3bd Cottage Retreat & Fire Pit Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Newly Renovated 3bd Cottage Retreat & Fire Pit Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Renovated 3bd Cottage Retreat & Fire Pit Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newly Renovated 3bd Cottage Retreat & Fire Pit Sleeps 8 located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Otsego Lake State Park and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Natural Golf Course. Marsh Ridge Golf Course and Big Bradford Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Newly Renovated 3bd Cottage Retreat & Fire Pit Sleeps 8 Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

michele m.

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

Nice place

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, communication
We were not told in advance that Lake Otswego across the street cannot be accessed from the property. We were threatened and then fined for walking across the street. The owner held a $1500 deposit for damage and did not return it to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is an absolute gem! From the moment we arrived, everything felt welcoming, spotless, and thoughtfully prepared. It was the cleanest and coziest rentals I’ve ever stayed in — I will absolutely be booking again this winter! The snow trails and ski trails are nearby so we will definitely take advantage of this! The location is peaceful and serene, with two bright blue kayaks waiting for us to take out on the nearby state park waters. Every room was immaculate, smelled wonderful, and showed off the home’s fresh renovations. You can tell the owners and management company truly care about creating a beautiful, comfortable space.The property is also a smart home, so entry was effortless. Outside, we enjoyed a beautiful patio deck, a grill for easy meals, and a perfectly placed fire pit for cozy evenings.Our property manager was exceptional — professional, accommodating, and full of great local restaurant tips. He even left us a bottle of wine, which was such a kind touch. Even though our stay was only one night (and most rentals require at least two), he went above and beyond to make it happen.Van Treese Management gets my highest recommendation, as does this rental. It’s worth every penny — and then some!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025