Northern Serenity at the rustic White Stag Lodge

5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12418 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Lewiston, MI

Garland16 min drive
Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic17 min drive
West Twin Lake21 min drive
Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Country Room

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level #1

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Upper Level #2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upper Leve

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Unplug, relax and refresh with family and friends in this authentic Northern Michigan cabin in the heart of the mitten.

The adventure begins as you travel through pine, oak and birch forests, down 6 miles of back woods roads. Overlooking a small lake, White Stag Lodge is located on 8+ acres - bordered by state forest with close access to miles and miles of well groomed trails for hiking, ATV's and Snowmobiles! The clear lake contains largemouth bass and bluegill, perfect for fishing. We have a fishing row boat, a couple kayaks, two tubes and a moveable swim platform for guest use.

On property you can hike to different areas around the lake and even take along a picnic to relax at Firefly Point under the large shaded pines overlooking the waters edge. Or take the trail along the state forest side to Frog Hollow to look for our resident beaver home and the frogs that come out to sing.

Our location makes it easy for day trips to all that northern Michigan has to offer. We are less than an hour to Gaylord and Alpena. We are close to canoeing and tubing facilities on the Ausable River out of Mio and golfing at the beautiful Garland Resort. A trip to the small town of Lewiston includes grocery store, coffee house, gift store, antique shop, ice cream and delicious dining. We are also close to Amish farm country.

Summer rentals are 6 nights with check in on Friday check out Thurs. Maximum 12 guests including children.

Property manager

Karen Testere

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Gym

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Best suited for kids over 6 years - given lake

Events

No events allowed

Max 12 guests on property at any time

Pets

No pets allowed

Single pet allowed on case by case basis

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking in house allowed but outside ok

No RV hook ups to house or tent camping on lawn

ATV or Snowmobiles on driveway and trails only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lewiston

Located in Lewiston, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Garland and Mason Tract Pathway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore West Twin Lake and Wood Lake. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lewiston, MI

What's nearby

Garland - 16 min drive
Omh Montmorency Medical Clinic - 17 min drive
West Twin Lake - 21 min drive
Au Sable River - 35 min drive
Hartwick Pines State Park - 63 min drive

Getting around

Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

Talley's Log Cabin Bar - 17 min drive
Lewiston Lodge - 18 min drive
The Pour House - 18 min drive
Subway - 16 min drive
Redwood Steak House - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northern Serenity at the rustic White Stag Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

13 Aug 2022

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

Highly Recommend!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We had the max number of guests (12), 8 adults, 4 children and had plenty of room. We used everything: hot tub, dock, kayaks, rowboat, fire ring, grill, lower & upper deck, gazebo, corn hole, darts, ping pong, sauna .... House was clean upon arrival and well equipped. Owners were very accommodatiing and friendly! My word for the week was PEACEFUL. The property is remote, quiet and beautiful. My son-in-law, grandson & I were the early risers and sat on the deck each morning at "Breakfast Club" with coffee. By the end of the week everyone joined us! Beautiful home & property!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

6 Feb 2022

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

Beautiful home & great location!!

This home was a perfect getaway for our family. The owners Mark & Karen are great to work with. Location is close to snowmobile trail & lake is beautiful. Would definitely recommend!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keri P.

29 Sept 2021

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

Didn't want to leave!

Words cannot describe this amazing property! From the beautiful, clean, well decorated home to the incredible view of the private lake to the care and kindness of the owners. We had the best week enjoying family in this perfect setting. Thank you Karen and Mark, we WILL be back.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

24 Aug 2021

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

Peaceful off the grid spot

Three generations of our family met at the lodge, and it was a wonderful week for everyone. The kids (3, 5, and 7) and their parents spent every day rotating between swimming in the lake, fishing off the dock, and lounging in the hot tub. Grandpa with mobility struggles was happy to sit on the balcony and watch the kids have so much fun. The kitchen was extremely well equipped with everything any cook could want. We loved how secluded the location was, our own little paradise for six days. Cannot recommend enough. Only caveat is that the lodge is really off the grid. I have T-Mobile and got no connection. A daughter and son-in-law both have Verizon and one could receive and make phone calls while the other could not. If you are okay with, or even seeking to have, some time with no outside communication, this is the place. It really is lovely. The owners are quick to respond too. We loved it and hope to have the opportunity to return.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Aug 2021

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

Amazing Property!

This house and property are amazing! It has absolutely everything and the lake is breathtaking. Our whole family loved it and is still talking about White Stag Lodge! Thank you for providing everything we needed and sharing your beautiful home with us. It made for a very special family vacation!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Karen Testere

My husband and I grew up in the Detroit area, and lived in several places - Chicago, Virginia and most recently Washington DC. We are adventurous travelers and enjoy new cultures and destinations but have our hearts in Michigan.

Why they chose this property

We have family that settled in Northern Michigan in the 1800s, our families are part of the history of the area - farmers, lumbermen, sheriffs and shop owners We wanted to come back to enjoy the quiet beauty of Northern Michigan. Our cabin is constructed with huge red pine logs giving it a rustic authentic cozy feel - magical.

What makes this property unique

We have 8 acres adjacent to state land and a small spring fed lake where we are the only house on the lake. My husband and I fell in love with the remote wooded area, a place to get away from the hustle and bustle and wander in the woods to enjoy nature. There is a sense of renewal and home. We were hooked from the first day we looked at the property.