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Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!

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Nestled in the buckle of the snow belt and snowmobile trails / ski resorts.
Enjoy your morning coffee from the front and back decks.
Spacious living area with gas fireplace and large dining space.
Living area
Relax in the sauna or hot tub after a big day of adventure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Elmira, MI
  • Place, Gaylord Country Club
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego County Sportsplex
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Loft area

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!

Our home away from home in Northern Michigan is 15 miles west of Gaylord and is centrally situated to several great destinations for the entire family to enjoy. Located on a private and quiet double lot, its secluded location offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The cabin has 4 bedrooms plus an overflow loft (sleeps 9 people, maximum guests is 12), along with two full bathrooms. The kitchen is completely stocked to cook for an army if you’d like, along with a full size washer and dryer. After a long day of adventuring, enjoy the sauna and indoor hot tub, or warm up next to the fireplace. Outside there is plenty of space to park your trailers, plus a nice fire pit with plenty of wood to cook s’mores (cooking sticks provided).

If you want to do a little shopping or dining, the Alpine Village of Gaylord is just a quick 15 minute drive and offers several great local restaurants. If you care to venture out a bit further, the cabin is centrally located, allowing you to easily make a day trip to some of the best resort towns in the state (Mackinac Island - 70 miles, Petoskey - 50 miles, Traverse City -50 miles).

Looking for a home base for snowmobile or ATV riding? The cabin's proximity to Trail 4 makes it an ideal base for snowmobile or ATV enthusiasts, granting access to some of Northern Michigan's finest riding trails. Located in ‘the buckle’ of the Northern Michigan snowbelt, there is an average snowfall over 150 inches a year! Want to ski? Boyne Mountain – one of the largest ski resorts in Michigan – is less than 30 minutes away, and several smaller resorts are even closer.

There are several amenities available right in the neighborhood, including a golf course and restaurant.

This home has been in our family for 20 years and has provided so many great memories. If you have any questions about the area or the home, don’t hesitate to ask!

Other amenities:
Internet / wifi
TV in living room and two bedrooms (all equipped with Roku smart systems)
Kitchen includes coffee maker, griddle, blender, toaster, dishwasher, microwave
Propane gas grill
Board games, cooler, tennis rackets, campfire cooking utensils available for use
Washer and dryer with secondary drink refrigerator
outdoor fire pit

PLEASE NOTE - The home does NOT have central air conditioning, but there is a large mini-split heat pump that cools the majority of the house comfortably. There are also fans are available in the closets and there are several ceiling fans throughout. With the cool mornings and open windows the house remains comfortable.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please no smoking or vaping of any kind inside the home.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Elmira

Elmira is home to this cabin. Otsego Lake State Park and Pine Baron Pathway reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bavarian Falls Park and Otsego County Sportsplex.
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Elmira, MI

What's nearby

  • Gaylord Country Club - 21 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 26 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 28 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Marsh Ridge Golf Course - 29 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Otsego County Sportsplex - 29 min drive - 29.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪deer run pro tavern - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪blackberry patch - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Settings - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Vintage's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Osprey Grill at Black Forest - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! on 30 May 2026 start from AU$347, 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 Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Up North cabin in the woods: a perfect spot for nature lovers & adventurers! located?

Situated in Elmira, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Black Forest Golf Course, Pine Baron Pathway and Natural Golf Course. Gaylord Country Club and Big Bradford Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy house, great for snowmobiling
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great, very clean! Worked well for our family trip. Host was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time during our stay. The Host was quick to responsed with any questions I had.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, very comfortable! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for family time together. Lots of room in this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun little community up north!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin for our family get-away - 6 adults and 4 kids and everyone had enough space! Check-in and communication with the host was easy, great location with a lot of things to do in the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof F.

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

Great Secluded Location

Stayed there for our annual golf trip, good place and great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David I.

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

Great get away

Great place for family getaway everything was easy from booking to checking in and out
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin is perfect for our group. This was our second stay and all our guest enjoyed the cabin. Location is perfect for snowmobiling trails and side-by-side. Cabin was clean and directions are easy to follow.We really enjoyed the large open living and dining room space as a group. The rooms are private and beds are comfortable. Plenty of towels for everyone. We even enjoyed the hot tub and sauna as a bonus to our stay. Overall, the cabin is five and our host Jay, was amazing & very responsive. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

A beautiful getaway!

Quiet and inviting with plenty of room. This house had everything we needed! The host was super responsive too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay on our side by side getaway! The property and amenities were great and the location was perfect for trail access and other locations we wanted to see. Jay communicated everything very well and was responsive to any questions we had. Also plenty of parking for our trailers which is very hard to find. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Great place to stay

The place is clean and very comfortable. Plenty of room for guests. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The cabin was amazing we all had an amazing stay if I had to make anything better it would be that the hot tub wouldn’t get hot and i couldn’t get in contact with the home owner to fix the problem. But other than that the stay was perfect!! Such a beautiful home and area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin in the woods

We enjoyed our time here. Updates are needed but overall it was a great quiet place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Up North cabin was very roomy and quite nice. We enjoyed some quality family time playing games, enjoying a bon fire, and spending a day on Mackinac Island. Jay responded quickly to questions and provided us with area information.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted Z.

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

Snowmobile trip

We were very impressed with how clean the property was. The layout was perfect for our group. We were close to the trail system, and to town. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug & Sharron P.

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

Anniversary weekend

The cabin was centrally located to all the places we wanted to visit: Charlevoix, Petosky, Our family had a great time and loved that everyone had their own rooms. The weather was chilly but that certainly wasn’t the host’s fault … we were thankful for a fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Golf Get A Way

Great place. Secluded and quiet. Plenty of amenities. Host was helpful. Would stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

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

Beautiful cabin in Northern Michigan

The deacriptions of the property are accurate. The property is well appointed. Everything that we needed was available. The kitchen was very well stocked with equipment. The complex has plenty of activities, as well as being near to Mackinac, Petosky, and Traverse City.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was excellent in communicating with us. There were some problems and they immediately called to get help and try to resolve the problem. They were great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Awesome Spot

This house is everything you could ask for in Northern Michigan. It was very clean, spacious, and inviting. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and will definitely rent again in the future. Jay was awesome to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine C.

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

Wonderful Stay

Very comfortable and spacious. Fully stocked kitchen. Plenty of towels for washrooms, hot tub and sauna. Comfortable seating outside. Easy drive to the Coastal Towns. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

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

Family Weekend Away

Our family enjoys a weekend away each winter and we look for a place with lots of bedrooms and at least two bathrooms. This place had what we needed with the extras such as the hot tub and sauna and use of the community pool. Not only did we enjoy our time together but also all the amenities that came with it. We had a very relaxing and enjoyable time. Gaylord is not far away so we spent time there as well. This place was just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R B.

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

The Bubps

Very nice spacious home for large family, great hot tub for those sore muscles after long days ride. Little out in the boonies but definitely doable riding sleds on the roads to the trails. Parking was good for the most part, especially with two large sled trailers. Hope to return on another trip soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

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We've been visiting northern Michigan for 40 years. Our parents purchased this home in 2005 and it has been the gathering place for the extended family ever since. We originally came for the snow, but have grown to love the Michigan summers almost as much!

What makes this property unique

Our cabin feels like a home because that's what it has been for the past 19 years. From playing cards to board games, the house is supplied with several items to occupy a rare rainy day in Michigan. The kitchen is supplied with everything you would find at your own home, and enough dishes to host a large party!

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