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Mancelona Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1.5BA | 1,200 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Exterior | Located in Lakes of the North
Interior | Open Floor Plan | Free WiFi
Living Room | Sleeper Sofa | Free WiFi | Heating & A/C
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Mancelona, MI
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego County Sportsplex
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

+1
3 Single Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail!

Pack your bags, plan your trip, and get ready for an Up North adventure! Central to ski resorts, state parks, lakes, beaches, and snowmobiling galore, this 2-bed + loft, 1.5-bath cottage is the ideal home base in the heart of Michigan. Tackle snowmobiling trails on-site, sunbathe at Torch Lake, ski at Shanty Creek, or stay close by and take advantage of the Lakes of the North community amenities. No matter your sport and no matter the season, Mancelona is the place for your family vacation!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Quiet Location | Community Amenities | Boat/Trailer Parking | Heated Garage

With space for 10, this charming property is perfect for a family vacation, ATV adventure, or ski weekend with friends!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Loft: Twin Bed, Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

LAKES OF THE NORTH: Private airport, clubhouse (available for an addt'l fee) w/ indoor pool, slides, and hot tubs, campground, golf course, Harold Lake access, horse stables, sporting gear rentals
INDOOR LIVING: Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, flat-screen TV, garage w/ dartboard, gas grill & bar seating
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, dishwasher, microwave
GENERAL: Free WiFi, A/C & heating, linens/towels, washer/dryer
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck w/ seating, yard space, direct access to snowmobiling/ATV trails
PARKING: Heated garage (snowmobile/ATV storage), driveway (5 vehicles), trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKES OF THE NORTH: Golf course (2.6 miles), Lake Harold (2.6 miles), clubhouse (3.1 miles), Airport-4y4 (3.2 miles)
BEACH DAYS: Pencil Lake Beach (5.9 miles), Torch Lake (21.8 miles), Peninsula Beach (29.8 miles), Clinch Park Beach (44.8 miles)
SKI DAYS: Mt Mancelona (9.3 miles), Shanty Creek Resort (18.3 miles), Boyne Mountain Resort (23.9 miles), Mt. Holiday Ski and Recreational Area (40.4 miles)
WINE + BREW: Snowbelt Brewing (19.0 miles), Short's Brewing Company (23.2 miles), Torch Lake Cellars (25.4 miles), WaterFire Vineyards (37.6 miles)
CASINOS: Turtle Creek Casino (33.9 miles), Leelanau Sands Casino (64.8 miles), Odawa Casino (37.9 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (45.1 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check in
- NOTE: While there is a gas grill, propane levels are not guaranteed. It is recommended you supply your own propane
- NOTE: For pool use, daily guest passes need to be purchased from the clubhouse for $5 per person for up to 2 adults and 4 children, and must be registered for ahead of your stay. Please notify Evolve 7 days in advance of your trip to allow time for registration
- NOTE: In the event of extreme weather, the ‘heated’ garage function may not be operational. This will not be cause for any amount of refund

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 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

Important information

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Property # 9296594
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Mancelona

Mancelona is home to this cottage. Gaylord Country Club and Marsh Ridge 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 Otsego Lake State Park and Grass River Natural Area. Bavarian Falls Park and Otsego County Sportsplex are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Mancelona, MI

What's nearby

  • Otsego Lake State Park - 27 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Bavarian Falls Park - 33 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Otsego County Sportsplex - 34 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Torch Lake - 40 min drive - 48.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 45 min drive - 49.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rustic Roast Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Hideaway Bar - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Green Lantern Bar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Settings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪blackberry patch - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail!?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail! on 4 Aug 2026 start from AU$207, 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.

Is Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakes of the North Home on Snowmobile & ATV Trail! located?

Situated in Mancelona, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of Big Bradford Lake, Otsego Lake State Park and Au Sable River. Gaylord Country Club and Marsh Ridge Golf Course are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

chad e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
The house was right on the snowmobile trail. Garage bar area was fun with the dart board. Only complaint is the grill was nonfunctional because the burners were all shot. Cooking supplies were pretty bare.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback and for highlighting the great location and the garage bar area. We appreciate you letting us know about the grill issue—this has since been resolved, and a brand-new grill has been installed and is ready for use. We appreciate your stay and hope to have the opportunity to host you again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Austin O.

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

Great place to stay

Was very happy with everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

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

Great place, comfy beds!

Stayed three nights while turkey hunting. Hunting wasn’t that great. The cabin was very comfortable. We all slept great and enjoyed the peace and quiet at the end of the road.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

william

In Area for the weekend

Have stayed here a couple of times before for snocross racing in Mancelona. The place and location works well for us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Lakes of the North stay

Great property in the woods. Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Quiet and peaceful

House was better than expected, we have been on three snowmobile trips this year and this was the best house we have stayed in. Wish the towns in Michigan were as friendly to Snowmobilers as Wisconsin or the U.P. Is so we would book this house again in a minute!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Family

Rented for a family getaway. Location was great, will most likely use again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

william

SnoCross stay over

Stayed here while racing snow cross in Mancelona. Had enough room for everybody. The place worked out great.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Clean and comfy

My family and I very much enjoyed this extremely clean property. More than enough room for the five of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

mike v.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
I try to look at the positives and not leave negative reviews but i was somewhat disappointed in this house. A dozen mouse bait traps ( 2 in every room) is bit excessive and not very hygienic in my opinion and i am pretty sure i still heard mice in the ceiling during the night…The furnishings in the house were clean and the beds were comfortable but thats about all the good i can say.Its an older home that has had some renovations but very DIY style. Just not something i am happy paying good money to rent. Driveway was poorly plowed 2ft ice bank to access the garage. In front of the house it looked like they tried to burn furniture and got halfway thru and left it…I have stayed at many places in lakes of the north over the past 30 years,,,, there are worse places than this and better places choose carefully…
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Used for a family trip

Plenty of room for 8 of us. Located right on the trail.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

February Snowmobile trip

Great cottage in Lakes of the North right on the snowmobile trail. The cottage and heated garage were exactly as advertised. Four adults enjoyed our 3 night stay with plenty of space & everything needed for cooking meals and hanging out between rides. Everyone agreed the beds were comfortable.
Verified

8/10 Good

Rick A.

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

Ski trip

Everything was as advertised, but the place could use a little TLC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was as listed. Some basic were in small supply(dishwasher pods,toilet paper,paper towls). Otherwise it worked well for our group of 7 adult men up for a golf trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

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

UTV getaway

Nice house secluded.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

LOTN

This our second year renting this property. We love the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin J.

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

Quiet Cottage

Nice little cottage, clean and well furnished. We loved that it was at the end of the street which was very quiet. Another huge positive was having the trails right in the back yard. We would most definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very nice

Very nice, power lines right in the back uRd! Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stephen

June vacation cottage 2023

The cottage was pretty much as advertised. Large enough for a small group. Kitchen is equipped for cooking. Internet was very good for streaming and other devices. We would book again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Great home base

We went up north for a little getaway. Used the cottage as a home base to do local activities. We were a group of 2 families and we had 5 kids with us. The loft area was perfect for them. The Kids: 12-16 y.o. all enjoyed the pool at the clubhouse. Need to bring your own towels to the pool. We would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chelsea W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

It was okay- different color house than advertised

The house is actually a navy blue (which looks really good). It just threw us off because we were looking for a cream house when first arriving. The landscaping could have been better. The grass was super tall and just needed to be maintained. The location was good. We went to Torch lake one day and Mackinac Island another day and it was located well for our travels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirstyn M.

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

A Peaceful Getaway

We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable cabin. We ran into a couple of snags when we first arrived. Nothing major that ruined our opinion of the place or would prevent us from booking again. But I did reach out to the guest contact and never heard back. Overall though, the home was clean and comfortable. Our kids loved having the loft area all to themselves. It really was the perfect getaway spot after the busyness of Christmas!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

nikki m.

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

Property as described

The access to trails was perfect, the quiet end of the road was perfect, garage very convenient & definitely a plus for our ATV's. We purchased clubhouse passes but didn't end up using them. Couple cleanliness concerns but nothing too crazy. The bathroom rugs hadn't been washed in a bit and the comforter on the top bunk upstairs had stains all over it. We just took it off. Could use some TLC such as a broken door jam on one bedroom door and damaged drywall in the other. We were just get worried about being blamed. All in all we would rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul Z.

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

3rd stay here

Upon arrival the house had not been clean and beds not made.this was resolved pretty quickly. When we arrived there was 1/2 roll of toilet paper. When they showed up to clean we were gone to dinner. They left one more roll of tp for 4 guys staying 4 nights.. No paper towel in the kitchen. 1 roll would have been nice as we made breakfast every morning. They need a professional to get rid of the mice. We could hear them and traps everywhere. None of these issues on past stays here
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2025
Hi Paul, we're truly sorry that your third visit didn’t match the high standards of your previous stays. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your feedback, and they wanted to share the following:- Early Arrival & Cleaning: We regret the misunderstanding about your arrival time, which led to the cleaning delay. We acted swiftly once we were aware.- Supplies: We recognize the need for adequate supplies like toilet paper and paper towels, especially for a group of your size. We'll ensure better provisioning in the future.- Rodent Concerns: We're addressing the mouse issue more rigorously, as previous measures were insufficient. Your experience has prompted a thorough reassessment.We appreciate your understanding and are committed to improving our services. Thank you for helping us enhance our guest experience.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mike S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication

Renters be cautious

Upon arrival we noticed grass was long, not a huge deal. (Owner apologized via email). Garage was a big deal for us parking rzrs at night, but the garage door was broken so no garage. 4 youngish kids so wifi was a bonus, but that didn’t work either. I got it working but it cut out Saturday morning. There’s no screens in any of the windows so if you want a cool night breeze, forget about it. After a long day of riding Saturday we all took cold showers as the hot water didn’t work, and anytime the shower was on the bathroom toilet, kitchen sink, and bathroom sink would make bubbling noise and the toilet overflowed during my wife’s shower. (Clean water thankfully) It was nice to know based on the ad, that there’s a trail RIGHT by the house for quick access, but there’s no ORV signs posted because it’s a snowmobile route. Lastly, we found a ton of wolf spiders in our dirty linen bags when we got home. I kindly mentioned the wifi and garage door to the owner via email, they offered a $100 refund, but we never heard from them after responding, and never seen the refund. For almost $900/3nights, we had higher expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Hi Mike, we want all of our guests to rest easy when they stay with us, and we're sorry that you experienced some issues during your trip. After going over your feedback with the homeowner, they wanted to share the following: - We communicated with you several times throughout your stay and went to generous measures to make things right. - After your stay, a worker from the garage door company came to the home to address the door. They said it was a minor issue with the track but that the door was working fine. - The property has central A/C, which guests can use to cool down the house if needed. - A plumber also visited the home after your departure. They did not find any issues with the water heater and the septic tank was pumped. - We haven't had any complaints from other guests since, and our cleaning lady confirmed everything is working properly. The owners do all they can to make the best possible stay, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests!

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