Title: The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=70580408&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe ## Photo gallery for The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe ![Exterior - The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe (Grayling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70590000/70580500/70580408/8d41c4e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books - The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe (Grayling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70590000/70580500/70580408/167a8777.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe (Grayling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70590000/70580500/70580408/65805fbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe (Grayling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70590000/70580500/70580408/7c4b37c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe (Grayling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70590000/70580500/70580408/adc7c8de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Steps from beautiful Lake Margrethe, this unique home offers ample space for you and your guests to unwind. Perfectly situated near the lake, state land, and groomed trails, enjoy activities like boating or skiing before relaxing by the bonfire area or on the large attached deck. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe The perfect up north getaway, this unique home offers plenty of room for you and your guests and has all the comforts of home. Just steps from beautiful Lake Margrethe, this is the perfect location if you enjoy Boating, skiing, fishing, kayaking, or swimming. Enjoy hunting, snowmobiling or off-roading the property is perfectly located close to the lake, state land and groomed trails. It also has a great bonfire area and a large attached deck for you to relax and enjoy after your days of fun! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Towels (changed on request) - Water dispenser - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93203900/93203887/b8fb6c94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Condo on First Green w/ Deck at Schuss Mountain! 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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 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 ### Property is also known as Up North Getaway Steps away from Lake Margrethe Grayling ## About the area Grayling is home to this holiday home. Hanson Hills Recreation Area and Grayling Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hartwick Pines State Park and North Higgins Lake State Park. [Visit our Grayling travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grayling.dx6059176) [View more Holiday homes in Grayling](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grayling-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6059176-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.669125,-84.80407&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:citoGlhrdO%3FU%3FU%40U%3FU%40U%40U%3FU%40UBU%40U%40UBSBUBU%40SBUDUBSDUBSDUDSDSDSDSFSDSFSDSFQFSHQFQFQFQHSHQFOHQHQHOHOJOHQJMHOJMJOJMJOJKJMJMJKLMJKLKLKJKLKLILKLGJINILILGLGNGLGLENGLENELENGNCLCNCLENANCNANCLAN%3FNANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%3FN%40NBL%40NBN%40LDNBNBLBNFNDLDLDNFLDNFLFLFLFNHLHLHLHJHLJLHLJJJLJJJLLJJLLJLHJJNLLHNJLHNJNHNJNHPHLHPHPHNFPHRFPFPHPFPFRFPDRFRFRDRDRDRFRBRDTDRBTDRBTBTBRBT%40TBR%40TBT%40T%40T%40T%3FT%40T%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FTATAT%3FTATATATCTARCTATCRCTCTCTERCTERERCRGTERERERGRGRERGPGRGPIPGPGPIPGRININIRILIPKNINKNINKLINMLKLILKLMLKJMLKJMJKJMJMHMJKHMHMHMHOFMHMFMFODMFOFMDMDODODMDOBOBMBOBOBM%40OBO%3FO%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAOAM%3FOCOAOCOCMCOCMCOEOEMEOEMEOGMEMGOGMGMIMGOIKIMIMIMIMKKKMKMKKKMMKKKMKMKMKMKMKOKMIOKOIOKOIOIOISIOGOISIQGQGQGQIQGSGQESGSESGSESESEUESESCSEUCSEUCUAUCSCUCUASAUCUAU%3FUAUAU%3FUAU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4imtavE6-1MYlPv_lYmdgXt9740=) Grayling, MI ### What's nearby - Au Sable River 6 min drive \- 4.3 miles - Hanson Hills Recreation Area 8 min drive \- 5.4 miles - AuSable Artisan Village 10 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Grayling Hospital 11 min drive \- 6.4 miles - Grayling Country Club 12 min drive \- 6.4 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 53 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 10 min drive - Paddle Hard Brewing 8 min drive - Burger King 9 min drive - Taco Bell 10 min drive - Tinker's Junction 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe? ### What time is check-in at The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe? ### What time is check-out at The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe? ### Where is The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Gray Escape Steps away from Lake Margrethe Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful house in a quiet neighborhood. Almost anything you could want is provided. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark C. 14 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place! Great place to stay! Very clean and location is perfect for all around family fun! ##### Mark C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew L. 19 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Base camp for deer hunting Close to the land we use! Perfect location for outdoor activities. You will enjoy your stay! ##### Matthew L. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacque L. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent House is clean, well stocked and great communication with the owner. ##### Jacque L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William R. 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming Lake Getaway! The property was clean and so cute! Diane and Allen were very thoughtful in providing ongoing communication, a plethora of amenities for many interests and needs, and even built a ready-to-go fire for us upon arrival. Highly recommend and would visit again! Thank you! ##### William R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristie L., Dryden, MI 26 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house in a quiet neighborhood Check in process was amazing. Home was very clean. Beds are comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking. Quiet subdivision. Great for morning walks. Home is very close to the lake. My son played the piano daily, and loved that it was there. Spacious clean yard. Loved the badminton set up in the backyard. We also used the corn hole. Home is very accommodating! Property owners left a nice snack tray for us. And were very attentive. We did not encounter any issues during our stay. Thank you Diane and Allen for a wonderful stay! Kristie ##### Kristie L. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brent F. 14 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay close to the lake Such a great space just a short walk from the lake. I’d love to come again soon ##### Brent F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris S. 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Top Notch! The property and hosts are the best! ##### Chris S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James M. 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The host couple, Diane and Allen, are amazing people. The house was clean and well organized. This is our second stay and we will be back. We used the fire pit often and enjoyed the swimming just down the road. ##### James M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### L T. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Snow trip Great hosts and we enjoyed all the beautiful snow. ##### L T. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawn 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great communication and super friendly ##### Shawn Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike K. 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Don’t worry about this one-great place-everything you need. Great folks managing the property. Only issue was a minor issue with instructions on the key code for entry. Luckily the owners greeted us at the property and all was fine ##### Mike K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas M. 27 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 70th Birthday Celebration My friends and I celebrated our 70th birthdays together and the Gray Escape was the prefect setting for it. ##### Thomas M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ---