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Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Set amidst a serene rural landscape beside Otter Lake, Brown Bear Station offers an idyllic retreat for year-round getaways. Spend your days swimming, boating, or hiking in the great outdoors. Alternatively, unwind by the firepit with yard games and beach activities at hand.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat

The Brown Bear Station is situated in a natural rural setting just beside Otter Lake. The Cabin offers a great combination of seclusion and access to multiple activities. Enjoy the relaxing sandy beach to go swimming, boating, jet skiing, and kayaking. Perhaps you rather hunt, snowmobile, hike, ORV, or fish. Spending the day shopping and antiquing. Brown Bear Station has it all for an ultimate year-round getaway.
This two-bedroom, one-bath cabin was originally a gas station and then a flower shop before becoming residential. It is a piece of history within the 150-year-old Village of Otter Lake. Tons of upgrades- AC, sleeps- 8 guests, spacious living area, and fully equipped kitchen. Bedrooms & a bathroom with all the essential amenities. Yard games, firepit, picnic tables, beach stuff, & a deck for use.
Short drive to:
_ Frankenmuth
_ Birch Run
_ Holloway Reserve
Summer and Winter- this cabin is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle.
*ADDITIONAL PROPERTY AVAILABLE

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Rules

Kayaks may be borrowed- not part of the rental- us
Propane grill provided- you may need to exchange t
Security camera on the exterior only. Dogs only- p

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Dogs only- fee. Owner's resp. for any damage.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The home is not child-proofed. Cement floors.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Located in Otter Lake, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Willow Springs Golf & Country Club and The Timbers Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Henson and Hart Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Otter Lake travel guide
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Otter Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Bronner's Christmas Wonderland is the largest Christmas store in the world. Dazzling light displays and animatronic Santa Clauses are highlighted throughout aisles upon aisles full of ornaments, stockings, nativity scenes, and Bavarian items spilled over from the German influence of nearby Frankenmuth. No grinches allowed in this indoor winter wonderland.
    Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
    33 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Walking area with shops and restaurants in United Arab Emirates. Riverland, Dubai. Houses in style of medieval Europe
    River Place Shops
    34 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Lake Henson
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Birch Run Premium Outlets
    28 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Frankenmuth Historical Museum
    34 min drive - 45.1 km

Getting around

  • Lapeer Station
    25 min drive
  • Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buck Wild
    15 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    12 min drive
  • Amy’s Downtown Reservoir Bar And Grill
    12 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Village Station
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat located?

This family-friendly Otter Lake cabin is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Henson and Hart Lake. Harvey Lake and North Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Brown Bear Cottage

Wonderful stay! Everything was very clean, and a lot of nice touches (soap and shampoo/conditioner available, laundry soap, everything needed for a great stay). All of us had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Quiet and Relaxing

The property was perfect to relax and enjoy time with family after shopping and visiting local attractions. The town is very cute and owner of Jasper’s diner was very kind and welcoming. The food was amazing. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

Home away from home!

We felt very comfortable in the cabin. Kitchen facilities were appreciated, beds were comfortable, and we enjoyed sitting on the porch during the evening. We wouldn’t hesitate returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan W.

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

Otter Lake

The view of Otter Lake with the fall colors was amazing. The cabin had everything we needed for our stay including all kitchen supplies & TV’s In all the rooms. The decor was all bears throughout which we enjoyed. The cabin was quaint & cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

First time Vrbo users

Very nice place. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

alan c.

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

Weekend getaway

Place was as advertised. Nice lake and if we go back next year we plan to look it up again. No issues at all so almost no contact with host but prompt reply when we checked out just to say thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ricklyn S.

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

Girls weekend

A cute little place that served our needs perfectly! Nice porch area and nice small town. Street in front is kind of noisy but not too bad. We had one small problem upon checking in but Tiffany was very quick to respond and took care of it right away. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

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

Long weekend

We come up for the weekend to go to crossroads village and Frankenmuth. The kids loved all the games in the house each night we sat down as a family and played games together. Was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Janet P.

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

Quick Get Away

Fun few days. Comfortable cabin on the rustic side. Cement floors, sulfur water. Nice bedrooms, 30 minutes from Frankenmuth/Birch Run. Not on the lake, close though.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

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

Nice stay

Property was as described. Located right in town. But it’s a cute little town. Lake was a nice view out back. We had a little trouble with the key pad lock. If you pull the door too tight it doesn’t want to lock. But once we figured that out we didn’t have as much of a problem. Overall the cabin was cute and had everything we needed. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Nice place!

Overall our stay was awesome. House is beautifully decorated. Loved the cement floors and the plank wood ceiling! Especially loved the new deck, to hang out and spend time with family. I kayaked through Otter lake through the channel to the connecting lake (unsure of name) and this was a total highlight! So peaceful and relaxing - the channel was lined with wildflowers in the water. So pretty! We did have to pay $5 for parking to swim and I also paid $7 to use the boat launch to be able to kayak (I was told there were other ways to launch but locals denied this), however this was totally worth it to me. The sand bottom and clear water was awesome. We had bonfires every night, lots of Adirondack chairs for everyone to sit around it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

cameron w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was cute and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin was lovely, clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

clarissa m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiffany was great with communication before and during our stay. Great cabin in a quiet town with a short drive to Frankenmuth. The cabin was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, organized, well stocked in kitchen and bathroom and bedroom needs. Great area, easily near (about 25 minutes) from Frankenmuth and lots of things to do there. Would stay there again if in area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice area, friendly people. Clean and nicely decorated. Had everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake view. House is very nice. Dog walks in a nice neighborhood. Ice cream delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin had everything available for daily needs such as extra blankets, games, spices, and much more. It was extremely clean and spacious. Neighborhood was quiet and had a good piece of mind.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Relaxing

This place a was very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dante D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful location that eases the mind while also keeping it at near-maximum entertainment. This place has just about everything you could want and need. Being on one of the main roads in town but also a minute and a half walk from the lake, it hits at just the right level of civilization and nature. A truly great place that all my friends and I said multiple times would be worth another future stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brown Bear Station

This property met all our needs and the host was responsive and accommodating. We were very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

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

Felt like home away from home! Super cozy and spacious

Last minute decision as we needed some place quick. Stayed for 5 days. It was perfect. It had everything we needed and felt like home. It’s right by the lake and campground where there is a small beach, playground and a place to fish off the dock. Super easy to communicate with the owner and manager. We will be back!!!!!
Front of house
Secure side door to enter the home
Fire pit and sitting area in the back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

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

Relaxing stay

We had a very relaxing weekend! Spent some time in Frankenmuth and appreciated having the cabin to come back to and relax after shopping. The store across the street is convenient for anything we may have forgotten to pack. The kitchen is well stocked! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was great. Shared lots of memories. Great experience loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024