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Fabulous Fireside Lodge with Treetop Bunkhouse
Your dream northern luxurious adventure awaits. Custom 3 level hand hewn Artisan made Scandinavian log lodge with room for 12 has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, hot tub, and 2 stone fireplaces. This lodge has newly updated luxury amenities.
Your dream lodge is located only a few minutes from The Highland’s resort with world class golf, tennis, mountain biking, as well as zip lining. 10 minutes from beautiful Petoskey and Harbor Springs with great shopping and dining options. Also within 10 minutes of the shores of Lake Michigan, and hundreds of miles of maintained snowmobile and ATV trails.
Our newly remodeled lodge features a large open living room with vaulted ceilings and dining area with a spacious well stocked kitchen for group meals. There are 2 1/2 renovated bathrooms, also on the lower walk out level there are 2 well-appointed bedrooms. All of our bedding are Ralph Lauren sateen cotton for a luxurious sleeping experience.
Master bedroom- King-size bed
Two first floor bedrooms- each have one queen size bed
balcony bedroom has two bunkbeds, two double futons
Great room- one large couch
No steps from lower drive to first floor, 2 flights to second floor with kitchen/dining area. 8 steps from side driveway to 2nd floor
We have in-lodge laundry machines, 2 large stone fireplaces and outdoor firepit (wood provided) and LED lantern lit paths in the woods, which auto light up each night for your enjoyment. The lodge spans 4250 Sq ft
Perfectly suited for a vacation with family or friends, we are situated with easy access to all the adventure our area and town have to offer and the comfort of a home base to return to.
We have updated our home with high-efficiency appliances, LED lights, sustainable materials. We do not use any pesticides and try to use natural cleaning products. We have reusable cleaning cloths and provide recycling bins. We also encourage local sourcing and adventures. In addition, we have geothermal heating for increased efficiency.
Inside- Smart TV with Streaming, pool table, dart board, foosball table, books for adults and children, board games
For your comfort- In floor heat, ceiling fans, High efficiency air conditioning/ heat , 2 large stone fire places
Kitchen- 5 person breakfast bar, 10 person table, Cuisinart coffee maker, french press/tea service, microwave/smart oven, popcorn maker, blender, food processor, toaster, double oven , viking stove top, 2 Sub Zero stainless steel refrigerators, cooking utensils, bakeware, dishware, flatware, wine glasses, serving plates, storage containers, water filter, dishwasher.
Outside- pesticide free Private yard, large covered decks on front and back of house, gas grill, patio furniture, fire pit with chairs, gazebo with dining table and 4 person hot tub. Back yard has direct access to 1000 acres of state land with trails for hiking. Attached heated garage with space to store your outdoor equipment. Also, beautiful lantern lit paths in our woods auto light up each night for your enjoyment
In addition- you can have an authentic, wood fired sauna waiting for you to return from your day of adventure! Relax, unwind, and reconnect your family. www.cheboygansauna.com Contact them ahead of time and they will deliver the sauna for your vacation.
Free high speed Wifi (188 mbps download, 138 mbps upload) , keyless entry, contactless check in and checkout, central heat and air conditioning, complementary toiletries, hair dryers, hangers, iron/board, laundry detergent, linen/towels, trash bags/paper towel/toilet paper, washer/dryer.
Steps required for access, parking in garage 2 vehicles, 6 in driveway. Snow, tires, or 4 x 4 needed in winter. The road is very steep, the driveway is also very steep. The road ices over quickly during snow falls, we are not responsible for recovery of cars that attempt to go up the hill or driveway without snow tires and or 4 x 4 drive.
Nearby attractions
Downtown Harbor Springs restaurants and shopping - 7 miles
Downtown Petoskey restaurants and shopping- 11 miles
ATV/snowmobile trails- Chadderdon rd 0.05 miles
Nubs nob ski resort 2.1miles
Boyne Highlands resort 2.7miles
Pintail Lodge 3.8 miles
Outdoor adventure
Offield Preserve Hiking and skiing 4.2 miles
Petoskey State Park 7 miles
Zoll street Beach 7.7 miles
Smash club (7722 us31 Alanson) 6.8 miles
Tunnel of Trees 10 miles
Sunset Park 11.2 miles
Wineries and Breweries
Happy Days and Nights Winery, 10$unlimited tastings https://www.happydaysandnightsbnb.com 3.1 miles
Boyne Highlands- Zoobar, Slopeside bar 2.7 miles
Nubs Nob Bar 2.1 miles
Petoskey Brewery 7.3 miles
Pond Hill farm 12 miles
Maple Moon sugarbush and winery- 11.5 miles
Mackinac Trail Winery and Brewery- 13.5 miles
Restaurants
Teddy Griffin's Road house 1.9 miles
Boyne Highlands 2.7 miles
Slopeside Restaurant
Highlands Main Dining Room
Nubs Nob restaurant and Bar 2.1 miles
Vernales Restaurant 6.1 miles
Mim's Mediterranean Grill 8 miles
Turkeys pizza and sandwiches 8 miles
Pierson's Grille and Spirits 8.1 miles
Staffords Pier on the Bay 8 miles
The New York Restaurant 8 miles
The Paper Station Bistro 8 miles
Golfing
The Highlands 0.7 miles
The Heather Golf course 3.4 miles
Chestnut Valley Golf course 3.6 miles
Harbor Point Golf Club 9.3 miles
Birchwood Farms Golf and country club 10.9 miles
Skiing
Boyne Highlands 2.7 miles
Nubs Nob 2.5 miles
Pellston Regional Airport- 11.2 miles
If you are able to fit your car inside the garage, we have a plow service that will clear the driveway of any significant snowfall. Our driveway is plowed and salted regularly, please check driveway if there is fresh snow, call us to add additional salt if needed. Snow, tires, or 4 x 4 absolutely required in winter. The road is very steep, the driveway is also very steep. The road ices over quickly during snow falls, You will not make it to the property without snow tires o/ 4x4. Towing fees we very expensive, we are not responsible for any vehicle recovery costs or refund of your vacation rental fees. we are not responsible for recovery of cars that attempt to go up the hill or driveway without snow tires and or 4 x 4 drive.
We live 20 min away and are available 24/7 should you have any problems. We aim for you to feel welcome and have a 5 star vacation!,
Hosted by Darcie Sharapova