Cottage in Michigan
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this cottage rental
Welcome to your Lakefront Northern Michigan retreat! This Pickerel Lake home sleeps up to 6 guests and features private dock access, kayaks, and a rowboat for endless days on the water. Enjoy shallow sandy swimming right from your yard, cozy evenings around the firepit, and stunning sunsets from the deck. Less than 30 minutes from Gaylord, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs, you get peaceful lakeside privacy with easy access to dining, ships, golf, and local attractions.
Nestled on the serene shores of Pickerel Lake, this vintage-meets-modern cottage is the perfect Northern Michigan summer escape. Set on 235 acres of peaceful woodland, at the end of a private road, the home offers rare privacy, calm waters, and uninterrupted lake views -ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers.
Lakefront Highlights
*Private dock
*Kayaks and rowboat included
*Shallow swimming area
*Fire-pit near the water
*Peaceful, no wake lake atmoshpere
Pickerel Lake is ideal for families, paddling, fishing, and quiet enjoyment - not a party lake.
Property Highlights
Accommodations:
*2 bedrooms
*Bedroom 1: Double bed
*Bedroom 2: Double bed and twin bunk bed
*Sun porch with full-size sofa sleeper
*1 full bathroom
Safety & House Rules
*Maximum Occupancy: 6 guests
*No parties or events
*Quiet hours: 10 pm-8 am
*Primary renter must be 25+
*Children must be supervised near water and dock
*Life jackets required for minors
Nearby
*Petoskey & Harbor Springs (15–20 min): Shopping, dining, wineries, festivals
*Mackinaw City & Mackinac Island Ferries (30 min)
*Golf nearby: Bay Harbor Golf Club, Hidden River Golf, and Crooked Tree Golf Club
*Hiking trails, scenic drives, and local beaches
Nestled on the serene shores of Pickerel Lake, this vintage-meets-modern cottage is the perfect Northern Michigan summer escape. Set on 235 acres of peaceful woodland, at the end of a private road, the home offers rare privacy, calm waters, and uninterrupted lake views -ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers.
Lakefront Highlights
*Private dock
*Kayaks and rowboat included
*Shallow swimming area
*Fire-pit near the water
*Peaceful, no wake lake atmoshpere
Pickerel Lake is ideal for families, paddling, fishing, and quiet enjoyment - not a party lake.
Property Highlights
Accommodations:
*2 bedrooms
*Bedroom 1: Double bed
*Bedroom 2: Double bed and twin bunk bed
*Sun porch with full-size sofa sleeper
*1 full bathroom
Safety & House Rules
*Maximum Occupancy: 6 guests
*No parties or events
*Quiet hours: 10 pm-8 am
*Primary renter must be 25+
*Children must be supervised near water and dock
*Life jackets required for minors
Nearby
*Petoskey & Harbor Springs (15–20 min): Shopping, dining, wineries, festivals
*Mackinaw City & Mackinac Island Ferries (30 min)
*Golf nearby: Bay Harbor Golf Club, Hidden River Golf, and Crooked Tree Golf Club
*Hiking trails, scenic drives, and local beaches
Amenities at Quaint Lakefront Escape, private shoreline, Dock, Kayaks, Sleeps 6 Near Petoskey
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Michigan
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests loved the well-appointed lakefront camp, the convenience for those with dogs or small kids, and the excellent host communication. The property offered a beautiful view, a sandy beach, and many activities like kayaking.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Host was great and no complaints.Definitely will book again. My family had a great time.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
House was beautiful and very peaceful/quiet... still close enough to get to all the activities we wanted to do. Perfect set up for us and our pup. Vickie and Scott were great hosts - communicative and extreamly accomidating.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Very clean! We loved the location! It was very quiet and peaceful. Thank you for sharing your place!
6 / 10Average·May 2026
It is very small and old. Lakeview is nice but not private. Neighbor is right next door and they had parties 2 of the 3 nights we were there. Not super wild but loud talking and music. Kitchen very well stocked but no bathroom soap or shampoo so come prepared. My husband is 6’5” so the beds were challenging. For me maybe a better winter retreat. Sort of expensive for what we got.
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(122 Ratings)
Guests loved the well-appointed lakefront camp, the convenience for those with dogs or small kids, and the excellent host communication. The property offered a beautiful view, a sandy beach, and many activities like kayaking.
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