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Sandy Beach Chalet with Fire-pit on the Lake

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Interior
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Gladwin, MI
  • Popular LocationLake Lancer18 min drive
  • Popular LocationLakeside Golf Course19 min drive
  • Popular LocationSugar Springs Golf Club19 min drive
  • AirportRoscommon County – Blodgett Memorial Airport (HTL)61 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sandy Beach Chalet with Fire-pit on the Lake

Summers on the lake, breathtaking tall trees and fall colors, countless winter activities, and cool spring nights around the fire, this chalet-style cottage offers it all. Located on Secord Lake in beautiful Gladwin County. Secord Lake is approximately 815 sq acres and about 40 feet at its deepest point. Anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Rock Bass, Walleye, and Yellow Perch. Lots of nearby lakes to explore, minutes from state land for hunting, and a variety of local restaurants and bars to try.

The cottage is in the perfect location on the lake, tucked in a slight cove with a sandy beach and unique fire-pit overlooking the water, and ready for relaxing with 6 Adirondack chairs. Wake up to glass-calm waters and take in the view with your morning coffee (coffee pods and tea provided). Be sure to curl up next to the crackling wood fireplace, while cozying up to watch a movie, play games or enjoy the moon glistening over the lake. You'll find a variety of fun board games, a full poker set, activity books, coloring books, stickers, blocks, and puzzles. Also equipped with (3) smart TVs and high-speed internet. The lower level has a large sectional, DVD player, and 55" flatscreen with surround sound so you can have a memorable movie night with the whole family. For those who need to get a little work done we’ve got a space for that too. Equipped with a desk, ergonomic chair, keyboard, and monitor with HDMI cord (second monitor available if requested). Enjoy preparing meals together in the large kitchen, with modern appliances, granite countertops, and a large kitchen island.  A quiet, peaceful sleep awaits in the four sleeping areas with nearly all new Casper mattresses, soft linens, and extra blankets. Two full bathrooms, one sits right off the main floor bedroom and another next to the built-in bunk bed on the lower level, creating a private sleeping quarter for kids or adults. The first floor and lower floor walk out directly to the lake so keeping an eye on kids or running back to grab a drink or extra beach towel is no problem at all. Finally, the large deck, equipped with a gas BBQ, dining for 6, and 3 additional lounging chairs is the perfect place to take it all in.

There are trails within walking distance and access to state hunting land and ORV trails just a short drive away. Centrally located between West Branch and Gladwin giving you easy access to lots of restaurants and shopping. This charming cottage is the absolute perfect place to create family memories that will last a lifetime.

Property manager

Cortney Walker

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Gladwin

Located in Gladwin, this cottage is on the beach. Sugar Springs Golf Club and Gladwin Heights 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 Lake Lancer and Wixom Lake.

What's nearby

  • Lake Lancer - 18 min drive
  • Lakeside Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Sugar Springs Golf Club - 19 min drive
  • Tanger Outlets West Branch - 31 min drive
  • The Nightmare Golf Course - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hearth - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Camp Sports Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elk Lake Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪O'Sullivan Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Secord Township - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Beach Chalet with Fire-pit on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandy Beach Chalet with Fire-pit on the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Beach Chalet with Fire-pit on the Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Beach Chalet with Fire-pit on the Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gladwin cottage is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Lake Lancer and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Sugar Springs Golf Club. Gladwin Heights Golf Course and Gladwin County Historical Museum are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
PERFECT LAKE HOUSE!
Often times reviews are not accurate, however, this place was truly the perfect LAKE HOUSE. It included all the amenities and was well equipped for all of our needs. Thank you so much to the kind property manager, Courtney for her diligence in making sure that our stay was wonderful. Even any minor concerns were easily resolved because of excellent communication. Will be staying there again next year! The home easily held 12 of us as well as four others who joined just to enjoy the lake house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

HAKIM B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fellas Golf weekend
Great central location for golfing and relaxing after! Great host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This isn’t our first time at this property and won’t be our last. We always know what to expect and have a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
What a great stay and beautiful home and location! Courtney was an absolutely fabulous host. She was prompt and gracious with her home and the items in it. We wanted to use one of the water toys but it needed to be inflated- Courtney went out of her way to guide us through the garage so we could do so. Our grandsons were ever so grateful. We had a great time! The house was well stocked and we wanted for nothing during our stay. Would definitely return! Thanks again Courtney
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen I., Grand Rapids Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Family Getaway
A great place for a quiet family getaway. Clean, well stocked. Kayaking, swimming, walking, biking. A short drive away from restaurants, stores.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What is not love
A beautiful setting, nice house with games, sandy beach, river to swim in, frog pond my grandson loved, swing set, TV’s, tremendous fire pit, kayaks and things to float on and owners have thought of everything to make guests feel welcome and happy. We all hated to leave and have already booked it for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, everyone kept busy!
This place was great! We had our children 16,14,12&10 with us. So much to do there and provided life jackets also. I went running in the mornings, safe neighborhood also! Very quiet during the week, noticed that people started to come on Friday/Friday night, so we basically had the lake to ourselves from Monday-Thursday. Great little ice cream shop not too far, dollar general a few miles also. Larger town about 25 miles away, easy travel. Kids hung out in the basement when it rained for a few hours. Made a full breakfast daily, grilled out a few days also. Everything we needed was provided. We all had a great time! Thank you for letting us stay at your place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful girls weekend!
We will definitely be back!! The cabin was adorable and the property was the perfect location and so much space for outdoor fun! The neighbors were incredible and we spent the whole weekend floating in the lake, playing cornhole and roasting marshmallows. Cortney accommodated us for an early check in as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on the lake
We enjoyed our stay. The cabin is very nicely equipped and the basement and upstairs allow plenty of room to spread out if you are traveling with more than one family. We appreciated having the water floaties and kayaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sammy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great memories
Very happy. Kids loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Family Friendly Property
We had an absolutely fantastic stay. This house is well equipped to entertain all. Tons of games, toys, coloring books, books ect for the kids for indoor activities. If the weather is great, you'll be spending most of your time outdoors. The kids (and adults) really enjoyed the kayaks, paddle boards ect. The fire pit is beautiful and cozy overlooking the lake. You don't even need to pack life jackets for the littles. They had a ton in the basement and a wide array of sizing. We had just about everything we needed. We did run into one minor issue and contacted Cortney and she immediately addressed the issue. Super friendly host, great location, well equipped for all your needs. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Awesome property with everything needed to have a beach vacation. Hosts were extremely helpful and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway!!
This cottage was amazing and exactly what our group of friends was looking for! Plenty of dpace for everyone to socialize and to have their own privacy. Could not have asked for more. Cortney was an amazing host and had more than promised at the cottage for us to use. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. It was well equipped, the perfect get-a-way for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall 2022
This is was the perfect place for a relaxing weekend. Plenty of space and amenities for all. Clean, organized and thoughtfully stocked. The landscaped yard and fire pit are just beautiful. Looking forward to coming back another season.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Fall Getaway
The property was beautiful and the lake views from both inside and out were spectacular with the fall colors. The house had plenty of space, was very clean with a beautiful kitchen and overall was stocked with everything we could want and more. Many extras like games, a fire pit and kayaks/paddle boards were also a nice addition to our stay. Communication with the host was quick and easy. Overall this was the perfect place for a relaxing weekend getaway with friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin on the Lake
This house was beautiful and accommodating. The host was very responsive on any quests d had quick solutions. We would love to come back with our kids soon. Thanks again❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kylee R.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful stay they had plenty to do for both adults and children.
Even with the water being low in the lake there was plenty to do including kayaking paddle boarding laying out in the sun and the kids played in the sand. the cabin itself was beautiful w plenty of room for us all and overall was very clean and well taken care of
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Very spacious home with about anything you could need. Friendly owner. Really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bradley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach for the kids
Cozy cottage with easy lake/beach access - the kids absolutely loved it! Bedrooms upstairs get a bit warm at night, but are just fine if you only use a sheet to cover up.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Relaxing
With the listing photos and great communication with the owners, we had a good feeling going into this vacation, even though we were not familiar with the Gladwin area. The property was clean, well organized and well stocked. Thank you owners for keeping cleaning supplies available along with the vacuum and laundry.We appreciated the kayaks and paddle boards and assorted beach toys. The lake has lower water levels, but it was perfect for kayaking and SUPing and the weather was very agreeable. Our only concern was the quick drop in the water, but we were grateful for the assortment of life vests. We used the fire pit, and the sky at night was amazing. Since this home is not immediately close to stores, we recommend preparing ahead so you don't have to run out to pick things up. One highlight worth traveling to was the Corner House Ice Cream Parlor, about 10 minutes away .Back at the house, with the lounge chairs on the spacious deck and the chairs on the beach, we were content to stay in place and enjoy the fresh air, sunshine and lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randall C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you could ask for!
This was perfect! It was perfect size and offered a lot of fun right in the property we came up for a tubing trip and honestly wish we would just just stayed at the house so much fun and such a nice space!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Staycation
As we decided to not travel out of state this summer, husband and I decided to book this property for a staycation. It has lots of lake activities for kids as well as adults. Everyone enjoyed the stay and Cortney (property owner) was always accessible when questions came up. Family and friends already asking if we will come back next summer and we are definitely wanting to return. Thanks again Cort! Beautiful, and inviting beach home. Views are spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karie I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation
My family had the best time at this cottage! It was clean and well stocked. The kids loved the beach with all the fun things to do! There was plenty of room inside. We did not want to leave! We plan on booking next year if not sooner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
We had a great family vacation, kids were able to play on the beach, had fun kayaking, great firepit overlooking the water in the evening. Cottage was very nice kids were able to play games hang out during our one rainy day. Great location we made some day trips out to surrounding area during our week there. Property host was accessible and very accommodating. Definitely planning on returning in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022