Title: Escape to Winter-Chard Lake Forest Chalet — Your Northern Michigan Basecamp 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 chalet # Escape to Winter-Chard Lake Forest Chalet — Your Northern Michigan Basecamp ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99750000/99744600/99744531/92bdd789.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99750000/99744600/99744531/671009d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99750000/99744600/99744531/48b2eb42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99750000/99744600/99744531/298df8e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99750000/99744600/99744531/dcde9a85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A firepit, laundry facilities and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Escape to Winter-Chard Lake Forest Chalet — Your Northern Michigan Basecamp. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this chalet. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire chalet 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41350 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Gym - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Escape to Winter-Chard Lake Forest Chalet — Your Northern Michigan Basecamp cked away on a private 1.25-acre wooded lot just a mile from the crystal-clear waters of Higgins Lake, Winterchard offers the perfect balance of comfort, seclusion, and adventure. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a retreat with friends, this chalet was designed for creating memories in every season. The Experience Start your morning with a cup of coffee on the wraparound deck as sunlight filters through the trees and the forest comes alive with birdsong. In the afternoon, walk or drive just minutes to Higgins Lake, where sandy-bottom shallows stretch for hundreds of feet — perfect for swimming, kayaking, or fishing. When evening falls, return to your own private fire pit. Roast marshmallows, sip a glass of wine, and watch the stars brighten above the pines. Inside the Chalet Every detail has been curated to make your stay feel like home: • Cozy living space with a wood-burning fireplace and oversized windows that frame the forest views. • High-speed Wi-Fi and a 75-inch smart TV with Fire Stick — perfect for streaming or remote work. • Two spacious king bedrooms with plush bedding for restful sleep. • Spa-inspired bathrooms stocked with fluffy towels and essential toiletries. • Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and cookware, ready for everything from quick breakfasts to full family dinners. • Family-friendly extras including a highchair, Pack ’n Play crib, and board games for rainy days. Seasonal Highlights • Fall: Experience Northern Michigan’s famous color tours. Crisp hikes, vibrant leaves, and cozy nights by the fire pit make autumn unforgettable. • Winter: Ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile nearby, then return to warm up by the wood-burning fireplace. • Spring: Watch the forest wake up — wildflowers bloom, trails open, and Higgins Lake begins to shine again. • Summer: Swim in some of the clearest waters in the world, boat with friends, or spend a lazy afternoon sunbathing on sandy shores. Nearby Attractions • Higgins Lake South State Park & North State Park (5–10 min) • Hartwick Pines State Park with 49 acres of old-growth forest (15 min) • Scenic drives along the Au Sable River (20–40 min) • Local shops, cafés, breweries, and seasonal festivals in Roscommon, Grayling, and Houghton Lake Why Guests Love Winterchard It’s more than a cabin — it’s a place to slow down, reconnect, and make memories. Couples love the privacy and stargazing. Families love the easy lake access and kid-friendly touches. Remote workers love the balance of strong Wi-Fi and the calming backdrop of the forest. And everyone loves ending the day around the fire pit with laughter and stories. Your Up North Getaway Awaits From fall color tours to lakefront summers, Winterchard Lake Forest Chalet is ready to host your adventure. Book your stay today and discover why guests call this their favorite home away from home in Northern Michigan. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Gym - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,350 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.45415,-84.732376&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:oijnGjhddO%3FU%3FW%3FS%3FW%40S%40U%40U%40U%40U%40UBU%40UBSBUBUBSBSBUDUDSBSDSDUDSFSDSDSFQFSDSHQFQFSFQHOFQHSHOHOFSJOHOHOHOJOJOHMJMJOJMJMJKJMLMJKLKJKLKJMLILILKLGLKLGLILGNGLILELGNENELENGLENCLCNCNENALCNANCNAN%3FLANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%3FN%40NBL%40NBN%40NDLBNBNBLDNFNDLDLDNFLDLHLFNFLHLFLJLFLJLHJJLJLJJJLJJJJLLLJLJJJLJNJLHLJNHNJNHNHPHLHRHNHNFRHPHNFPFRFPFPFRFRDPFRDRFRDTDRDRBRDRDTBTBRBRBTBTBR%40V%40RBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%40R%3FV%3FR%3FV%3FT%3FR%3FV%3FR%3FVARATAVARATCTARAVCRCTCTCRCRCTETERCRERERETGRERGREPGRGRGPGPGRGPINIRGPINIPIPILIPINKNINKNILKLKNKLKLKJMLKLKJMJKLMJMHKJMHMJMFMJMFMHOFMFMHMFODMDMFODODMDOBOBMDOBO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOCOAMCOAOCOEMCOCMEOEMEOGOEMEMGMIOGMGMIMGMKMGMKMIMIKKMKKMMKKKMMKMKKKMKMKOKMIMKOKOIOIOIOKOGQIQIOIQGSIOGQGSGQIQESGQGSESESGSESEUESCSESEUCUCQCUCUCUCSAUCUAUAUASAWAUAS%3FW%3FS%3FW%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FK4cTQ-zaloVHvY85EYR79fFysw=) Roscommon, MI #### What's nearby - Higgins Lake - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles - Scotch Pine Road End Public Leisure Area - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles - South Higgins Lake State Park - 12 min drive - 4.3 miles - North Higgins Lake State Park - 15 min drive - 10.6 miles - Houghton Lake - 17 min drive - 10.1 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Northshore Lounge - ‬13 min drive - ‪Cut River Grille - ‬14 min drive - ‪Silver Dollar Bar - ‬10 min drive - ‪Sharp's Corner IGA - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Country Corner Partystore and Pizza - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Escape to Winter-Chard Lake Forest Chalet — Your Northern Michigan Basecamp pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Escape to Winter-Chard Lake Forest Chalet — Your Northern Michigan Basecamp? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Escape to Winter-Chard Lake Forest Chalet — Your Northern Michigan Basecamp? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Escape to Winter-Chard Lake Forest Chalet — Your Northern Michigan Basecamp located? > This family-friendly Roscommon chalet is within 3 mi (5 km) of Higgins Lake and Scotch Pine Road End Public Leisure Area. Lyon Township Park and South Higgins Lake State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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