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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Gaylord, MI
  • Place, Gaylord Country Club
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Baron Pathway
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Lake State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Gaylord

At this chalet, you'll be 10.7 km (6.6 mi) from Pine Baron Pathway and 11.8 km (7.3 mi) from Natural Golf Course. Highlights at this beachfront chalet include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a games room and a garden. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Lake Arrowhead chalet include Gaylord Country Club and Otsego County Historical Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Gaylord Country Club - 16 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Pine Baron Pathway - 19 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Otsego County Historical Museum - 21 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 22 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Otsego County Sportsplex - 23 min drive - 28.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Settings - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪deer run pro tavern - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lake of the North Airport (4Y4) - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Westside Pizza - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Vintage's - ‬12 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.

Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!


The Space

Welcome to The Bear’s Den Chalet, a cozy yet modern 3-bed, 2-bath retreat overlooking beautiful Lake Arrowhead. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase stunning lake views year-round—stay cool with central A/C in summer, or warm up by the wood stove during snowy winter nights.

Perfectly located just 6 miles from downtown Gaylord and minutes from golf, hiking, and biking, this chalet offers the ideal base for four-season adventure. After a day outdoors, unwind with a BBQ on the deck, stargaze by the lakeside fire pit, or enjoy a relaxing soak in the private hot tub.

Pet-Friendly Home
Pets are welcome only when added correctly during booking. Please be sure to select the pet option when making your reservation so the pet fee is automatically applied.
Pet fee: $20 per night, plus tax. Reservations showing “no pets” will be updated if pets are disclosed later.

Kitchen & Dining

Fully equipped kitchen with newer appliances

Cookware, bakeware, utensils, spices, dishware & flatware

Dining table for 6 in the upstairs great room

Walkout basement with an additional dining table for 4

Kitchen linens provided

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Master Bedroom (Upstairs)

Queen bed

Private full bath with shower/tub

Bedroom 2 (Main Floor)

Queen bed

Bedroom 3 (Main Floor)

Queen bed + bunk (2 twins) + single twin — a perfect kids’ room!

Bathroom 2 (Main Floor)

Full bath with shower/tub

All linens, blankets, pillows, towels & washcloths provided.

Entertainment & Comfort

High-speed WiFi throughout

Living Room: 60" Samsung Smart TV (200+ live channels + streaming)

Basement: 36" HD TV with Fire Stick, pool table, couches & card table

Wood stove available for use (please bring your own firewood)

Lake Life & Outdoor Fun

Private sandy beach

4 kayaks with paddles & life jackets

Large lake-facing deck with patio dining and propane BBQ grill (extra tank included)

Year-round hot tub overlooking the lake

Dock for swimming or fishing (bass, perch, pike, bluegill & more)

Lakeside fire pit with chairs (bring firewood)

Crystal-clear waters ideal for fishing, paddling & relaxing

Nearby Adventures

Downtown Gaylord (6 miles): restaurants, shops & Alpine Village charm

Golf: 25+ courses within 15–20 minutes, including championship courses

Trails: Endless hiking & biking options for all skill levels

Elk Viewing: Behind Jay’s Sporting Goods

Day Trips:

Petoskey – 35 min

Traverse City – 45 min

Mackinaw City – 1 hr

Boyne Mountain – 25 min

Winter Wonderland

Located in Michigan’s Snow Belt with 180+ inches of annual snowfall

Snowmobiling: Ride directly from the chalet to DNR Trail #4 (no trailering needed!)

Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing & nearby downhill ski areas

4WD/AWD strongly recommended in winter months

Association Amenities (Walking Distance / Small Fee)

Summer: Heated outdoor pool, pickleball, basketball, playground

Rainy Day & Family Fun

Bowling, movie theater, Otsego County Sportsplex (swim & skate)

Call of the Wild Museum, Energy Outlet playground

Mini golf, go-karts & more

Birdwatching paradise: bald eagles, loons, ducks, hummingbirds, woodpeckers

Spring: Morel mushroom hunting in nearby woods

Things to Note

Stairs: Entry stairs + 3 interior levels (your built-in vacation stair-master!)

Parking: Space for up to 3 vehicles; trailers with Snowmobiles, ATV's or SxS's must be approved in advance prior to booking to make sure this is a good fit. We do offer other homes with better parking, please ask!

Whether you’re here for lazy summer days on the lake, colorful fall hikes, or deep winter adventures, The Bear’s Den Chalet is your perfect Up North getaway.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking Cottage-Thank you!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you brought an animal, please pick up any waste and remove excess animal fur before departure. The pet fee covers standard cleaning for animals but not additional cleanup from excessive fur or mess
Please set the thermostat to a reasonable temperature before departure — around 58°F in winter and off in summer.
Please make sure outdoor area is left tidy and clean, including patio, grill, fire pit, and yard.Dispose of any trash and personal items.Cleaning fee covers standard turnover cleaning after your stay
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No unauthorized or added guests after confirmed booking, No Parties Reunions Campers or loud music Quiet Time 10pm-8am $150/nt unregistered guest/pets
No barking dogs, pet contained on property, clean up doggie doo, no free roaming, pet off furniture/beds,Service dogs are verified/checked at check in
Be respectful to home and neighbors as you are guests. Association reserves the right to ask guests to leave if required due to bad behavior-no refund

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $20/nt/tax for 2 pets max with host OK

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Parents need to supervise their children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking Cottage-Thank you!

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! have a pool?

Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! has a pool and a communal pool.

What luxury perks are available at Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!.

Is Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, laundry facilities and children's books, it's no surprise that Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!?

No, Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were very communicative and went above and beyond when we realized we had left something at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful experience. So thankful for these wonderful hosts and their incredible accommodations. Gorgeous view and plenty of space for the family to relax and unwind. Had a great trip up to avalanche Bay waterpark and just love the little town of Gaylord. 10 out of 10 recommend. Would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful girls trip to celebrate us all turning 50 this year. We enjoyed the kayaks, pool table, fire pit, and views. We enjoyed exploring
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KELLY P.

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

Merry family Christmas getaway

Spacious area for family traditions and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Superb Getaway

Very comfortable roomy and clean. Location lakefront with beautiful scenery
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Great Cabin!

Cabin was in excellent condition. It has a great view of the lake and a relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

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

Great Stay

We had an amazing time at the ears Dwn rental. Great cabin an area, owners were great an very responsive to our questions. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

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

Family birthday get together

Loved loved the Bears Den would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Great spot

The host, Dorene, was fantastic and so responsive. The house was perfect for our needs. Would certainly book with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

Place to stay

It was so very clean and nice they have a nice place. Its the best place we have ever stayed. They have it all ! Thanks for everything Thomas and Sherrie.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Great place to relax

Wonderful place to stay for the whole family. There is a lot to do if you just want to stay in, or Gaylord is a wonderful place for your shopping needs. We spent a day walking downtown, lunch out and picking up a few thinks at Meijers.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JP L.

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

Perfect snowmobile cabin!

Fun base camp for riding around northern MI. This one had great amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

COREY A.

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

Great Vacation!

We had a great stay. The Bear's Den is clean and well appointed. We enjoyed the kayaks and swimming off the dock. We took some day trips to the U.P. and Petoskey and then enjoyed the hot tub and pool table when the sun went down. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

AWESOME PLACE

Amazing spot. Super quaint, easy access to everything, Gaylord is CUTE. The house is exactly as described. Comfiest pillows ever!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very pretty and peaceful!! We enjoyed our stay!! Dorene was great with staying in communication and answering any questions I had about our stay. She also provided a lot of recommendations!! The binders of information that are at the house are very useful! Thank you for everything!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

Anniversary Escape

Such a wonderful and quiet getaway. Absolutely loved having the patio door open and having to check to make sure it was open, because ir was so peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

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

Summer vaca

Excellence all around
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bella B.

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

The quintessential ski palace

Dorene was so communicative and sweet. She made settling into our stay fun and easy. The place has everything you need for a nature-packed, activity-filled stay up north! Can’t recommend this place enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan and Kari S.

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

Wonderful

We had a great 4 days for Spring Break here. It was just what our family needed to unplug. The views were amazing, the hot tub a perk. And the beds are comfy too! We’ll definitely be trying to come back during the summer months.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

kim z.

Bear's Den is awesome

Bear's Den is clean, cozy and has everything you need. Firewood was all stacked and ready for us. Hottub clean and hot. Dorene great to work with. Lots of fun restaurants close by in Gaylord. We loved this cabin and we will be back.
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian H.

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

Great cabin..very nice location

Cabin was very nice, clean, and well appointed. Glad snow shovels were available, needed them to clear stairs , decks, etc. upon arrival. Didn't realize there would be 2 sets of stairs to get in cabin, but once we cleared them of snow, all was good. Beautiful spot, try to ignore the neighbors dogs barking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were at all times able to communicate with the host about even the smallest requests or questions! That is certainly peace of mind! The beds were comfy, there were plenty of extra blankets if needed, the kitchen is not lacking anything! The hot tub was wonderful, clean, and enjoyable! The coffee pot is a higher end drip coffee pot and filters were available as well as coffee and creamer, sugar! A tea kettle was also available for me! The living space is great if you all want to hang out for tv, food, games on the main floor or the lower level! The TVs are wonderful! Big! The internet worked great!!!!It’s pretty quiet if you must get up in the night with no creaky doors. Couches were comfy! Beautiful view! Right on the water! We had a lot of “stuff” to
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

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

Nice

Description accurate. Nice place and amenities. Two minor issues: coffee maker is very slow & upstairs bedroom is a bit warm (poor ventilation).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Loved our stay!

I have to say, this was THE BEST stay we’ve had at a VRBO! It was spotless (shout out to the cleaning crew😁), had everything we needed. The views were beautiful, and the setting was so peaceful. Communication was great, and fast. We enjoyed fishing, and the walks around the lake. We were able to visit Petoskey, Charlevoix (recommend the Mushroom Houses tour), Mackinac Island, Leland, Suttons Bay,and Traverse City. We can’t recommend this place enough! We are already trying to coordinate the rest of our grown kids schedules so that we can all come back together next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Wonderful experience!

We had such a great week as our last hoorah before school starts. There was plenty to do with 2 ten year olds. We visited the pool daily, played games for hours upon hours, laughed and laughed. The view was so peaceful and easy trips to Gaylord and Boyne to run errands and visit. Thank you so much for making this property available to others. We came home with wonderful memories and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021