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Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Atlanta, MI
  • Clear Lake State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Garland
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • West Twin Lake
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Atlanta

At this holiday home, you'll be 18.6 km (11.6 mi) from Clear Lake State Park and 20 km (12.4 mi) from Garland. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a Smart TV and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a fitness centre and barbecues. .With a stay at this Atlanta holiday home, you'll be 20.6 km (12.8 mi) from Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic and 23 km (14.3 mi) from West Twin Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 15 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Garland - 31 min drive - 20.0 km
  • West Twin Lake - 34 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 60 min drive - 55.7 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 79 min drive - 54.9 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chatter's Bullpen Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucky D's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Baklava Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elk Crossing Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪J D's Pizza Place - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor

Luxury 2800 sq/ft home with a workout room, private dock, 65-inch HDTV, DVD collection, circular wood stairs down to the media room. The third bathroom and workout room (17 feet by 20 feet) - which can sleep two additional people - are also located on the lower level.

This home has lots of windows, vaulted wood ceilings, skylights, and an expansive view looking south at the lake and adjoining state land. It's a runner's and hiker's paradise - take the 'Forrest Gump Challenge' and claim a bottle of wine from the house collection if you can master it. It includes2 Kayak, 1 Canoe, and 1 fishing book with a motor included with the rental on this 'no-wake' lake, i.e., no Jet Ski's or fast boats.

Next to the 7000 acre Mackinaw State Park on Crooked Lake. Lake is over one and a half miles long with a beach at the far end. Great fishing.

Three other buildings are also located on the one acre lot including a two and a half car garage, a dog kennel, and a work shop. Also, a concrete half-court basketball area at the back of the garage.

Visit 3 very quaint towns in the area and close to all major Northern Michigan attractions, but without all the traffic!

As other renters have noted 'the pictures don't do it justice!' and 'almost too special to rent out!' Send an e-mail with your mailing address to receive a free CD with more pictures and information.

The house is limited to no more than 10 people.

Amenities and Activities: Amenities:
1. Washer and dryer.
2. HDTV 65" TV with Bose surround sound system in media room downstairs
3. Smart 49" TV in upstairs den with Netflix, Amazon, U-Tube
3. Basketball court.
4. One of the four bedrooms has a deck fast work computer with printer/scanner/copier. Connected to hi-speed business network
6. Jacuzzi tub in Master bathroom.
7. Fully Equipped Exercise room.
8. Lakeside firepit.
9. Includes all linens, silverware, and pots & pans.
10. Four Satellite TV's including HBO.


Activities: Use the Kayaks to explore the various lakes and rivers in the area. Exercise room with a Treadmill, Nordic Track, heavy bag, and weights. E-Bikes are also available with the rental at an additional charge. Close to many great golf courses, including the Garland Golf Resort and Elk Ridge. Elk Viewing tours nearby and hundreds of miles of hiking/snowmobile trails.

Area: Montmorency County has over 135,000 acres of public land and is the headwaters for the Great Thunder Bay River. Atlanta is the Elk capital of Michigan and has the largest herd of Elk east of the Mississippi - more than 800.

The house is 1 mile from Atlanta, 35 miles from Gaylord, and 35 miles to Alpena. Mackinaw Island is 1:15 hr/min north of the house.

Property manager

Drew Edwards

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak

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)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor?

No, Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Luxury Lakefront 2800 Sq/ft. Includes kayaks, canoes, and boat with Honda motor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Northern Getaway!
Worked perfect for our trip up north!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Angie D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
Tried to message privately, but was unable to they VRBO. For the price charged, this was a disappointment. There is/was animal feces on the floor in the weight room, stained sheets on one of the beds, and when I went to find new ones, dirty unfolded linen was shoved into the dresser drawers. The king bed was made up with flannel sheets, and with no other apparent clean ones, we had to use those in the middle of July. Fixtures were falling off of the walls, and wall paper falling down in a bathroom. The jacuzzi tub was filthy, one of the reclining chair had fabric that was literally shredded and dangling on the side and back, and a ladder, totes and rugs shoved into a corner of one bedroom. Bed frame was duck taped together and a dresser mirror just sitting in the floor, not to mention the huge cobweb in the dining room window. If there is someone else caring for this, it needs a lot of work to be charging that much per night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem, close to the action!
The perfect home base for our activities with the Sno*Drift Rally. Amazingly situated near Atlanta Schools and the town itself. Owner is amazing and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilliah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Weekend
We stayed for the long holiday weekend. The house is spacious and comfortable. We had 4 adults and 2 teenagers and we had plenty of room. The lake is awesome, and we loved kayaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeba L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, peaceful Family Getaway
We stayed at Papa Bear for 3 nights and 4 days. Marc was communicative and helpful. We had access to all the boats--the kayaks were the highlight of our trip! The lake is stunning. The house has all the supplies you need. There were trundle beds in the bedroom, so we fit everybody comfortably, and the kids really enjoyed the downstairs excercise room! The private dock was also a very peaceful spot. We enjoyed a bonfire in the lakeside firepit and a barbecue on the big deck. The house has games and DVDs as well as a smart TV, which added to our vacation time. The master bedroom is beautiful and overlooks the lake with big windows. Everything was designed with comfort and family in mind. It was very peaceful and cozy and there were plenty of blankets and sheets for all. Marc is very kind and did not invade at all but was there when needed. I would reccommend this vacation home for any family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Glenn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time..
We had a great time at Papa Bear on Crooked Lk. The kids fished off the dock, kayaked and went for a boat ride with me. We visited Clear Lake State Park to swim one day, and also used the beach on Croocked Lake a couple times. At night we sat around the fire and listened to owls, loons, and other wildlife under a star filled sky. The house/cabin was plenty big enough for all of us. The common space down stairs was a favorite of the kids to watch TV at night. Having 3 bathrooms was a plus also. The property manager was extremely responsive, and very helpful when I had questions. Only downsides are no beach at cabin for young kids to play(which we knew about going in), and the dock is old and in need of repair. I only gave 4 stars on cleanliness, because it was clean enough for me, but my wife thought it was a bit dusty, and was not a fan of the cobwebs that were in the corners. Other than that it was pretty clean. All in all, I would recommend this place to anyone looking to have a relaxing time in northern Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Marc is very responsive to inquiries even during your stay. The property has everything you’d need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The serene lake is just the thing for a relaxing yet fun time. You have access to several boats and motors. There’s a hot tub and fire pit and a couple of grills. Marc has thought if it all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation house
Had a wonderful vacation. The house was perfect for our family. Would stay again. Only problem was the fire pit was not old people friendly to steep of a climb. Owner was always communicating all the time to make sure everything was there and working. We made lots of memories thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Solitude on Crooked Lake
Wonderful fully equipped home on crooked lake. Access to all the amenities and equipment you need to enjoy a week on this quiet gorgeous northern Michigan lake. Bring your rod and reel and leave the rest behind. Excellent communication with the owner. Loved our time by the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

delles g.

Liked: Cleanliness
camping in woods
some furniture needs updating sharing boats with other cabins was a problem not too handy if have problems walking unable to walk down hill to lake master bedrm needs ac lovely location beach nearby ( clear Lake) was nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

david o.

Summer Time Pike Fishing Vacation
The lake view was beautiful, particularly in the mornings and evenings with the Loons present. The fishing was great. The cabin was great. The only negative was not being able to have the kids swim at the dock area due to the large snapper turtles.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nora U.

Papa Bear was "just right!"
Papa Bear was "just the right size" for our group. We happen to be there the weekend of the Perseids meteor shower, to sit on the boat and watched the shooting stars was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Liz H., Grosse Pointe Park

Relaxing, fun time on the lake!
Marc was very welcoming and informative upon our arrival to Papa Bear. We utilized the pontoon and little fishing boats and had an awesome time. The hot tub was a great addition to our stay! The loons were so neat to see and hear and the lake was so peaceful. Marc even had a high chair for our baby to use! We would love to come back to this lovely property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Relaxing quiet weekend
We have had the opportunity to stay at a few of Marc's rentals. Papa bear is a spacious comfortable home. We enjoyed our weekend at Papa bear and would recommend it to anyone looking in the Atlanta area. The new deck is beautiful. We enjoyed the large yard and fishing from the dock. Always enjoy hearing the loons. Marc is very accommodating and makes sure that his guests have whatever is necessary for them to enjoy their stay. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Beautiful
House is large with plenty of amenities. Every year we come back for the local Sno*Drift rally and it feels like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017