Title: Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=93120768&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool ## Photo gallery for Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool ![Private kitchen - Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93130000/93120800/93120768/04f728ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93130000/93120800/93120768/44bfacd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93130000/93120800/93120768/c890987d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93130000/93120800/93120768/221ab4fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool (Kalkaska)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93130000/93120800/93120768/adfe22a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this charming northern Michigan retreat, where a large cook’s kitchen and spacious dining room set the stage for memorable gatherings. Relax by the pool on a warm day or unwind on the deck with scenic views, and enjoy easy access to beautiful beaches, rivers, fishing spots, casinos and festivals just a short drive away. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - 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. ### Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool Large cook’s kitchen, spacious dining room, large living room with a comfy couch if you need extra sleeping space, king bed is a waterbed and such a unique experience if you’ve never had the pleasure of sleeping in one! 2nd bedroom is a queen bed and there’s plenty of floor space in the living room for a queen air mattress, we’ll set it up for you upon request. Full size washer n dryer, deck, and patio to relax by the pool (seasonal and may be cooler or warmer water temps depending on the northern Michigan weather). Beautiful beaches, rivers, fishing, casinos, festivals and so many other great attractions just a short drive away. Great Lakes Equestrian Festival is less than 20 minutes away. Make this your home base while you explore all northern Michigan has to offer. Easy access to Traverse City without all the crazy traffic and higher prices of staying there. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94958500/94958474/97b9f9c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 400-acre Outdoor Enthusiast's Lodge in Mancelona! 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 ## About the area Kalkaska is home to this holiday home. Twin Birch Golf Course and Grandview 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 Torch Lake and South Boardman Preserve. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Horse show, casinos, lakes, trails, beaches nearby or just relax by the pool Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle H. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great pool! Beautiful home! If you love to cook this house, has everything you need! We truly enjoyed our stay here and would definitely come back. Love the garden the outdoor space and The homey feeling. ##### Michelle H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian W. 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Northern get away Very cute house. Loved the big kitchen. Was disappointed with the weather. Was a little cooler weather and no heater for the pool. I knew that going in but would be nice if there was a heater for the pool being in northern Michigan. But overall had a nice quiet weekend with the wife. ##### Brian W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne B. 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GLEF horse show We were in Traverse for 2 weeks for horse shows.The house was very comfortable with a great kitchen. ##### Anne B. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025 ---