The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails

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A deck with outdoor furniture, a red umbrella, and a view of a lake.
A lakeside dock with a grassy area and trees.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.
A lake surrounded by forested areas with clear water and a boat dock.
A two-story wooden cabin with a front porch, surrounded by a forested area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Opal Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Boyne Mountain
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Gaylord

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Michaywe, a neighbourhood in Gaylord. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Otsego Lake State Park and Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve, while Call of the Wild Museum and Otsego County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Gaylord Discovery Center and Bavarian Falls Park are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Gaylord, MI

What's nearby

  • Opal Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Michaywe Pines Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 42 min drive - 59.1 km
  • SkyBridge Michigan - 50 min drive - 66.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Iron Pig Smokehouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Porter Haus - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bennethum's Northern Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Gobblers of Waters - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails on 2 Mar 2027 start from AU$1,028, 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 The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails located?

Located in Michaywe, this holiday home is steps from Opal Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Michaywe Pines Golf Course and Chub Lakes. Lakes Golf Course is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accommodating to our schedule around our local wedding activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2026
We're so glad the scheduling worked out well for your wedding activities. Thank you for staying with us and for sharing your experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property for our trip. The house was fully equipped with all the amenities that are required for the stay. Nothing like starting each morning on the deck with a coffee overlooking the lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time at the Birch House. Morning coffee on the deck overlooking Opal Lake is one of our favorite ways to enjoy the house too, so we especially loved hearing that. We hope you’ll come back and enjoy another stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2026
Thank you for the kind words about the house and property! We're so glad it made for a great stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

a great time!

We had a great time at the Birch house, The kids loved the water and the house was really nice. We hope to come back next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. We are happy that you enjoyed our little corner and that the family had such a good time. Looking forward to seeing you again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is perfect for families looking to enjoy some peaceful time on the water. Opal Lake is quiet and very family friendly. The house truly has every thing you could need for a home away from home. Communication with the host was exceptional, probably the best I’ve ever encountered with a vacation rental property! We would certainly stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2026
Thank you for such a wonderful review! We're so glad the Birch House made for a great home away from home, and it means a lot to hear that you rated our communication as exceptional. We work hard to make sure the house has everything guests need for a relaxing, comfortable stay, and it's wonderful to know that came through. Wishing you many more happy days on the water ahead!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at this beautiful home!! From the excellent communication with the host to the lovely lakeside area.. it was the perfect stay for us! We stayed as a get away with all my kiddos for an opportunity for them to get together and also enjoy their time on a lake and evenings around a bonfire. The dock was great, the lake was beautiful and the home was clean and a nice place to stay for our few days away. Everything we needed in one place, thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful retreat in the woods by a beautiful lake. You really don't have to bring anything but your clothes and yourself. Perfectly equipped... just like being at home. The Birch House is exceptional. A great place for a family vacation. (VERY CLEAN!)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2026
Thank you for the excellent rating and review. Please come and stay again!
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