Title: Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117200/27117163/e390149a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117200/27117163/1bcc1b3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117200/27117163/fa913100.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117200/27117163/aeff8f6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117200/27117163/2ccefa4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of Heart Lake, this cozy cottage is meticulously maintained by Tom and Lynnette. With central air conditioning, a pristine lawn, and beautiful gardens, you can unwind in comfort. Take advantage of nearby recreational activities like snowmobiling on Michigan's trail system just 100 feet away or hit the slopes at Boyne Mountain within a short drive. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More This all season Cottage on Heart Lake is well taken care of by Tom and Lynnette who live next door. Renovations and/or updates are made each year. Central air conditioning system added in 2021. We take pride in ensuring your stay is enJOYable and held to the highest cleaning standards that are safe to both the environment and man. We are pet free to maintain the cleanest environment. We love to keep up our lawn and gardens, so during the warmer weather we discretely water early in the morning or while your away to respect your privacy. Recreational Activities: 1) Snowmobiling: All major brands of snowmobiles are represented with franchises in Gaylord. Parts service and rentals are all available within 6 miles of the cottage. A major loop of the Michigan snowmobile trail system is 100 feet away from the front door. 2) Down Hill Skiing: Boyne mountai; Boyne Highlands; Tree Tops; Schuss; Shanty Creek; and the Otsego Club are all within a short to reasonable drive. 3) Cross Country Skiing or Hiking: Forbush; Pine Barrin; Aspen Park and the Pigeon River are all within a stones throw of the cottage. Maps and rental equipment is available. 4) Biking or walking: The Iron Bell Trail is right across the road that can take you all the way to Mackinaw City or just a Mile to the South for an Ice Cream cone downtown Waters. 5) Dining Out: There are many restaurants From Fredrick to Gaylord (within 9 miles) from German to Asian. There is a growing list in the manual left on the fireplace mantle. 6) Rainy Day Activities: Shopping downtown; Elk Viewing, Call of the Wild Museum; Sportsplex for indoor exercise ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - 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 - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Outside Only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Ski lift privileges - Tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73370000/73369600/73369565/df8fb222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautifully Remodeled Cottage on Otsego Lake! 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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.89356%2C-84.69791&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KWKV2RglEhxWvL66BR6diVBXQho=) Gaylord, MI #### What's nearby - Otsego Lake State Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 miles - Marsh Ridge Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.9 miles - Loon Golf Resort - 6 min drive - 6.7 miles - Lakes Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.3 miles - Michaywe Pines Golf Course - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles #### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 68 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bennethum's Northern Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Keg Bar And Grill - ‬2 min drive - ‪Gobblers of Waters - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wholesome Dine-or-Dash - ‬3 min drive - ‪Porter Haus - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Water and Trail Fun - Fish, Bike, Kayak, Paddle Board & More located? > This family-friendly Gaylord cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Bradford Lake and Otsego Lake State Park. Marsh Ridge Golf Course and Natural Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question