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Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a black railing.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a staircase with a wooden railing.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted basket, and a framed fish illustration.
A cozy living room with plaid furniture, a wooden coffee table, and a large window overlooking a fenced garden.
A wooden cabin with a red door and windows, a deck, and surrounded by greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located at the waterfront, this vacation home offers water views and accommodates 8 guests across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Outdoor areas include a deck and patio, while adventure activities like birdwatching, hiking, and rafting await nearby. The property is pet-friendly and features games for entertainment. West Twin Lake and Hartwick Pines State Park are local attractions.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Grayling, MI
  • Place, West Twin Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Hartwick Pines State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Bear Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master Bedroom (main floor)

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom "Red, White, and Blue"

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom "River Room"

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise

Welcome to the Red Dog Lodge!

Situated in the heart of Lovells, Red Dog is truly a sportsperson's dream with endless opportunities within reach.

This clean and well maintained 1997 chalet sits on over 200' of frontage on the North Branch of the AuSable river and features a nice yard with a gentle slope down to the river. The home contains three bedrooms with ample sleeping capacity along with two full baths, new washer and dryer, and an open concept kitchen, dining, and living area. Includes air conditioning and all of the kitchen appliances and utensils you likely have at home along with cozy and welcoming northern Michigan décor throughout. There is a large, new deck facing the river with a propane grill for your enjoyment. High-speed cable internet allows you to stay "plugged in" and enables Netflix/Prime/YouTubeTV/other streaming apps on the smart tv.

Whether the objective is to fly fish the historic North Branch or nearby Main/South Branches of the AuSable, fish nearby lakes, recreate on the river, golf, access hundreds of miles of ATV/Snowmobile trails, grouse/small game/deer hunt on thousands of acres of nearby state and federal land, hike, bike, or simply to relax in beautiful northern Michigan, Red Dog is an ideal base camp.

When you fish in the immediate vicinity, you are fishing in the footsteps of legends: Ernest Hemingway, Henry and Edsel Ford, Thomas Edison, John and Horace Dodge, Charles Nash, Harvey Firestone, and the list goes on. In fact, there is a large and elusive brown trout in this vicinity that has been named "Ernest" for obvious reasons. ***NOTE*** this section of the North Branch is artificial flies only (extends from Sheep Ranch upstream all the way down to the confluence with the main branch of the AuSable). While there are harvest opportunities with appropriately sized fish, catch and release fishing is strongly encouraged.

Within walking distance to:
-Additional access to the North Branch
-North Branch Outing Club (historic lodge with available fly fishing guides and full service fly shop for all of your fishing needs)
-Lovells Museum of Trout Fishing History
-Douglas Park/children's playground
-The Lovells home center (outstanding homemade sticky buns, cinnamon rolls, brownies, pizzas and more)
-Lovells Riverside Tavern (food, riverside ambiance, spirits)
-Main Snowmobile Trail (47)

Short Drives:
5 minutes to Shupac Lake (fishing, beach, swimming, boating - electric motor only)
7 minutes to KP Lake (fishing, swimming, boating - electric motor only)
10 minutes to Hartwick Pines
15 minutes to Lewiston
20 minutes to Grayling
25 minutes to Garland Resort
25 minutes to Upper Manistee River
30 minutes to Treetops Resort
30 minutes to Gaylord

And if you were wondering, "Red Dog" is an homage to our beloved Golden Retriever named Bella.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Allow potty trained, non-aggressive breed dogs.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking of any kind indoors.

All trash must be bagged and in the can outside, or taken to the dump in Lovell’s using our permit ( located in living room cabinet )

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1434049vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Grayling

Located in Grayling, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Garland and Michaywe Pines Golf Course 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 West Twin Lake. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Map
Grayling, MI

What's nearby

  • West Twin Lake - 13 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 16 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Little Bear Lake - 18 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Au Sable River - 22 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Garland - 22 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lovell's Riverside Tavern - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise on 30 Sept 2026 start from AU$908, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Red Dog Lodge - Beautiful Riverfront Chalet - Sportsperson's Paradise located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Hartwick Pines State Park, West Twin Lake and Little Bear Lake. Snyder Lake and Guthrie Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice peaceful location and cozy lodge, our family really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2026
Thank you for your review and we are so happy your family had a great stay !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay! Enjoyed the cabin with family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful location on The Holy Waters of the Ausable river.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean with all amenities you need. Wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Red Dog Lodge was perfect. The lodge had everything we needed for our weekend away. It was super clean and easy to have our dog at. Erin was incredibly easy to work with. She helped us out with a small issue we had before booking. The lodge is nicely located near the town but still feels like being out in the woods. I would highly recommend the Red Dog Lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
Thank you so much. I’m glad we could get you booked and everything fell into place for you. We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. The owners were phenomenal and very attentive to any needs. House was well equipped with anything we needed while there with our family. Would recommend to family or friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you ! We appreciate you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we’ve stayed at the Red Dog Lodge. We love it there. It’s great for kayaking and canoeing from or to. And there’s a party store and bar/restaurant that are both walkable or a very quick drive. We also love that we can take our dog, and they have a nice big yard for her to run (unfenced). The owners are great to communicate with and friendly. We plan to go back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great spot for fishermen
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent spot to stay. We did several day trips & came back to a great place where we could relax & cook a nice dinner. We would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
this cabin was SPOTLESS,well stocked with everything you would ever need.The kitchen applainces are all there with even a toaster ,slow cooker and good quality cookware.The bbq grill had a full tank of propane and has a diswasher,washer and dryer that we used,A well manicured lawn and river access that was very peaceful,big screen tv and tv upstairs,air conditioning,good cooktop stove,oven and whatever you need .Very peaceful and within distance to all areas traverse city,gaylord,grayling,lewiston.boyne mountain.Wish now We would of booked it for 2 weeks instead of one.Give the hosts a 10 rating as this place is clean,well stocked and awesome location.EZ mart and restaurant and canoe launch just 2 minutes away.The wife even asked me to give the owners a offer to purchase it.Again the best place we have been since yusing VRBO comfortable and super clean !!Will be back again next year as always go north for a vacation.We give this a 10 rating Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 4th year staying at the Red Dog for our annual grouse hunt. The location is perfect for our activities and the accommodations are clean and first class.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the cottage and location. Really close to many of the best access points to the Ausable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Such a nice stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just as expected plus cozy and family friendly. Loved how the home was decorated and had plenty things to keep everyone busy from fly fishing in the back yard to the lumberjack festival in Lewiston. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean and quiet. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time at the RD Lodge. Spent time hanging out in the river, near by tavern was good, did some local canoeing and tubing, BBQ, and cooked some of our own family dinners.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, cozy. Responsive owner. Plowing service—we had about a foot of snow. Good location on the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Place is awesome

Only problem was, it tick season. Beside that it is a very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend at Red Dog Lodge!

Fly fishing, family time, a great weekend away. Accommodations were cozy, clean and perfect for our 2 families. Fish weren’t biting much but we had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Red dog lodge

Very cozy clean place. Comfortable beds and furniture. Loved our stay. Owners extra nice too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Up North vacation

Great accommodations for our family get together. The house had everything needed for a great vacation. The campfire close to the Ausable was perfect. We will definitely book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful way to spend a week with my brother

We enjoyed the deck and grill as well as the comfortable indoor accommodations. A great venue for relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the Outdoors

It was well located for our activities and suited our needs. The Red Dog Lodge offers all the enmities for a comfortable get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fly fishing

Property wad beautiful right on the river. Local people were very welcoming and friendly. Would highly recommend this Property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

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Hosted by Greg and Erin Bierl

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