At Rapid Retreat : Lake Days & Starry Nights – Your Summer Escape on Grand Lake!, you can look forward to a firepit, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82758 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Rapid Retreat : Lake Days & Starry Nights – Your Summer Escape on Grand Lake!
Rapid Retreat Sleeps: 8 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 *Waterfront *Hot tub *Swimming on property (On Grand Lake) *Dock *Pet friendly
Stunning, yet classic A-frame cottage with knotty pine interior. Three (3) levels of living space. Enter on the main level. Walk upstairs to turn in for the night, or downstairs to entertain. A main floor kitchen with granite countertops and high-end appliances creates a comfortable place for family meals. Feel connected while you eat, sleep, and entertain within the open living spaces overlooking Grand Lake. Relax along Grand Lake, with the treasure of air-conditioning on those hot days.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: Yes, Central Air
ATV's: Bring your trailers, Closest trail head in Alpena(North Eastern State Trail)
Beach/Swimming: You can swim from property. There is a seawall and a dock with a ladder that you can access water from. Water shoes are preferable with the rocky shoreline.
Bedroom Configurations: Loft- Master Bedroom- King size bed with attached bath Main Floor- Bedroom #1- Full Bed Bedroom #2- Full Bed Lower Level/common area- King bed
Boats: 4 kayaks(1 person), 1 paddle board
Boat Launch: On Grand Lake
Cable: Yes on main Living room TV
Cell Phone Service: Most major carriers have good service
Coffee Maker: Keurig
Distances: * Black Mountain Trail System: 50 minutes (47 miles) * Cheboygan 1 hr(63 miles) * Headlands Dark-Sky Park: 1 hr 27 min minutes (83 miles) * Mackinac Bridge 1 hr 22 min min (81 miles) * Petoskey/Harbor Springs: 1 hr 31 min (84 miles) * Roger's City: 24 min (23 miles) * Traverse City: 2 hrs 39 min (138 miles) * Tunnel of Trees: 1 hr. 41 min(94 miles)
Dock: Yes- There is 16 feet of dock space for your use on the dock.
Drinking Water: Well water
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: The fireplaces are not operable at this time.
Fire-pit: Yes
Fishing: Perch, Walleye, Pike, Bass
Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.
Hot Tub: Seats 4-6 people. Please shower before and after getting in the hot tub. No glass should be in or around the hot tub area. Chemicals are on hand if anything needs adjusted during your stay.
Internet: Yes, capable of streaming
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases and bath towels.
Parking: Enough room for 4 cars
Pets: Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept 1 dog, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.
Privacy: There are neighbors
Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
Seniors: There are a few steps getting into property
Televisions: Main Living- 42" TV with cable plus smart capable Bedrooms on main floor- Both bedrooms have 50" streaming capable TVs Lower Level bedroom- 50" Smart TV
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided
Wood: Please bring wood to burn
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Paddleboard
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rapid Retreat : Lake Days & Starry Nights – Your Summer Escape on Grand Lake! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Rapid Retreat : Lake Days & Starry Nights – Your Summer Escape on Grand Lake!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rapid Retreat : Lake Days & Starry Nights – Your Summer Escape on Grand Lake!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rapid Retreat : Lake Days & Starry Nights – Your Summer Escape on Grand Lake!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rapid Retreat : Lake Days & Starry Nights – Your Summer Escape on Grand Lake! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Grand Lake and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Emily Min Hunt Preserve. Dodge Marine & Storage and Long Lake County Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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We enjoyed our stay at this property! It’s centrally located between Alpena and Rogers City, making it easy to explore both towns and take in the natural beauty of Presque Isle. The large deck overlooking the water was a highlight and having access to the dock was a bonus! While the kitchen was smaller than expected, the home was well-equipped and comfortably accommodated our group of 8.
I Really Can't Say Enough Good Things About Rapid Retreat!
We have stayed at ** many** VRBO rentals over the years and the Rapid Retreat definitely goes in our FAVORITES bucket! The cottage is very beautiful, updated, and is filled with everything you will need to make your stay comfortable. Everything is clean and tidy. The large deck provides a great place for morning coffee with a beautiful view of the lake. We enjoyed using the new kayaks to explore the lakeshore, and sitting by the campfire almost every night. Plenty of room for our family. Loved it!
House and property were perfect for a long weekend with friends. All the little touches from extra towels to kayaks were so nice. It really made the stay so enjoyable.
Beautiful house and lake. We rented a boat from the nearby marina which allowed us to enjoy the sand bar that is a short boat ride away from the dock. This is our second time staying here and while I felt it wasn’t as clean as the last time it is still a superb rental property.
We very much enjoyed our stay with a beautiful view of the lake, and comfortable accommodations at this property. There was plenty of room for our family if 8, including three children 6 and under.
Property managers were outstanding. Communication was flawless. The home had spectacular views and was very well appointed for longer stays.
Outdoor areas were beautiful. All in all a top notch northern Michigan vacation home.
We would stay here again if visiting the area in the future.
Great space for a group. We had 6 adults, a one year old and a dog for a week of family vacation. We loved the deck, had a great view and enjoyed the open spaces. We had a quick response when we reported lots of ants after a heavy rain. House had plenty of utensils, appliances and dishes and was very well maintained. We had a great family vacation!
This property was wonderful and accommodated our group of 7 well (three couples, one single). We thoroughly enjoyed the view, which was spectacular from the main floor and upstairs master as well as the lower level. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well-equipped and designed, and the bathrooms were well beyond our expectations.
The exterior had several areas for seating and enjoying the night sky.
I would highly recommend this property.
The property management was quick to respond to our inquiries/requests and even dropped off a drip coffee pot for us because we don't appreciate a keurig (too much waste)