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Great for Families - Huge Game Room

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Smart TV, foosball, table tennis
Exterior
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Great for Families - Huge Game Room

Your recreational paradise awaits! Located in the natural beauty of Northern MI in the Lakes of the North community. Large 3 bedroom 3 bathroom + huge loft home in Lakes of the North designed to enjoy the sun & snow for a large family, lots of friends or group retreats. Open living area with skylights, huge windows, tongue & groove aspen wood, very spacious kitchen & French doors to large deck to gather. Main level master with jet tub, huge main level utility/mud room with washer/dryer, 2nd level bunk room with 4 queen beds. Lakes of the North area offers no shortage of activities. Enjoy golfing, fishing, hiking, biking, riding trails, swimming, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, ice skating and more.

This home offers everything you need for a vacation you wont soon forget. Features include: Linens and towels provided, fully equipped kitchen, modern appliances, washer/dryer, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, propane grill, TVs, Foosball table, ping pong table, air hockey table, board and card games, basketball hoops, Bocce ball, Croquet Set, Badminton, corn hole, swing set, balls, frisbees, toys, etc

The Lakes of the North amenities include: beach access to Harold Lake and Pencil Lake, access to miles of DNR maintained ORV/Snowmobile trails, clubhouse with indoor pool, water slide, hot tub, lazy river and wading pool, fitness center, arcade/game room, 18 hole golf course, restaurant/bar, winter sports area with ice skating and cross country skiing. Daily or weekly passes can be purchased for use of the clubhouse. Lake Harold is just 2 short miles from the house and is a wonderful amenity to enjoy swimming, fishing, boating and more. Here you will find boat, canoe, kayak, paddle board rentals, sand volley ball court, basketball court, playground, pavilion with grilling and a beautiful setting to watch the sun set.

Fishing: Each year the association stocks about $3,000 worth of fish in the two lakes. In Harold Lake you can find pan fish, smallmouth and largemouth bass, perch, pike and Crappie. In Pencil Lake you can find pan fish, bass, perch, Walleye and trout.

Enjoy day trips to many great destinations. Located less than an hour from Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey and Mackinaw City. Boyne Mountain, Shanty Creek, Otsego Club, Treetops Resort are 30 minutes drive. Mancelona is only 10 minutes away for groceries and Gaylord is only 25 minutes away for all your needs.

Trail Riding: The house offers a perfect set up for trips to ride trails. The half circle drive way offers easy access for pulling trailers and plenty of room for parking multiple vehicles and trailers. There is an 18' x 20' outbuilding that you will have access to for a locked storage to keep your toys over night. Whether coming in spring to fall for ORV trails or coming in the winter for snowmobile trails the proximity to the trails offers easy access. The mud room in the house offers a great drop zone for all your gear with more than enough space to hang up coats, pants, etc

Property manager

Scott Swartz

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis 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

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Map
Mancelona, MI

What's nearby

  • Gaylord Country Club - 27 min drive
  • Schuss Mountain - 30 min drive
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 34 min drive
  • Torch Lake - 34 min drive
  • Boyne Mountain - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green-Lantern Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hide-A-Way Bar - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Lake of the North Airport (4Y4) - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caruso's Family Dining - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Scenic Windmill Farms Family Dining - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Great for Families - Huge Game Room have a pool?

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

Is Great for Families - Huge Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great for Families - Huge Game Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great for Families - Huge Game Room?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great for Families - Huge Game Room located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Big Bradford Lake, Schuss Mountain, and Au Sable River. Gaylord Country Club and Natural Golf Course are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Great for Families - Huge Game Room Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place just felt like a work in progress
It was a good place just felt like place was under construction in some rooms, other then that I would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
This was a perfect home, house was as described and the host was great with communicating . We will definitely be back .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
This location was wonderful for our group. Exactly as seen and described. The communication with the owner was excellent. We had a great time!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabio F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf weekend
The house was great. Plenty of room for sleeping and entertaining. The game room will keep your family and your friends busy especially on those rainy days also the amazing fire pit area will keep you warm on those cool nights. Would highly recommend booking here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
We enjoyed our stay in Mancelona with our large family. There was plenty of room and fun things for all the different ages. The games room was great and all else very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Weekend at the Eagles Nest
The Eagles Nest was the perfect setting for our family Winter Weekend ! We enjoyed eating meals together, the spacious atmosphere, beds were comfortable and the game room was a hit ! Had a blast at the pool in the club house. Thank you very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing northern Michigan getaway
This house was fantastic. It slept all 16 of us comfortably and we didn’t have to fight for beds. The game room was a game changer and allowed us to have fun without having to go outside in the winter. The house was so well stocked with absolutely everything you could possibly need. The house is close to Boyne mountain and Mancelona so we had plenty to do up north. Scott, our host, was amazing as well as he was very responsive to our needs and he was very polite when communicating with us. Excellent rental!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas destination vacation
This was a cozy spot. Spacious for everyone. The game room was a hit. Very nicely stocked kitchen. Those beds were heavenly. The pool clubhouse was a sweet little extra for the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Weekend
I really wasn't sure what to expect but was very happy with everything! It was perfect for our family and everyone had a great time, from the youngest @ 1yo to my husband and I @ 58yo. There was something for everyone! The game room was used all day long and lots of basketball was played in the driveway! The firepit was the perfect way to end the day. The whole family sat around the bonfire, ate s'mores, talked, and laughed a lot. We will always remember this wonderful weekend! Scott was a great host!! He sent messages checking on everything and when there was a potential issue he called immediately. Thank goodness it was all okay but I knew by Scott's actions that we had nothing to worry about. I highly recommend staying at this house and with Scott as the host you can't go wrong!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Team bonding
We stayed here for team bonding and a volleyball tri at Kalkaska. The house was perfect with the game room for the girls to enjoy. The double bunk beds allowed them all to sleep in the loft area to bond. Plenty of beds and bathrooms for our group. If we ever have a game this far north again we will certainly come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Family trip with all kids and grandkids - 14 total. Very clean home with plenty of room for all of us. The game room was a big hit for the kids. We took advantage of Lake Harold for the two days. Kids loved the raft there. Home was stocked with everything we needed. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaysen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We had a great stay. Kids loved the game room. The host checked in a couple times to make sure everything was in order. The house was clean and well equipped. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Time
Plenty of room for the 3 families, and the kids loved competing with their parents and Grandma in the huge game room at The Eagle’s Nest. The kids even caught fish from the shore on Harold Lake. But the big splash was the clubhouse waterside, pool and whirlpool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colton C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Plenty of room, Lots of on site activities. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Womens weekend away
Highly recommend! We had a party of eleven women. Plenty of space, beds, and gathering space for everyone. Host went above and beyond for us. We would/ will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Denise P.

This is our Christmas present to our family
We had a great family gathering. Kids had fun doing winter sports and love the swimming pool. Kitchen great for making large family dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Ann M., Wyoming/Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed!
This was a perfect place for a family break. The game room was a game changer for the 5 kids and the pool was a perfect place to hang out with everyone. Not one complaint from our whole family. Can’t wait to do it again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Nice place. The game room was a hit!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
We stayed here for our family Christmas over the new year and it was spectacular. The house was great and had everything we needed for a great long weekend!! 100% would stay again... We probably are going to try 🥰 .... P. S. The pool club house is absolutely with it!!! Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Lisa A.

Winter Wonderland
There was a huge storm before our stay which was out of property owners control. Was in good communication with me regarding this. Game room heater did not work so be prepared if it is cold that you will be freezing. No cable, and Wi-Fi is limited so be prepared for that. We had to stream the TV and there is not much service in the location so we were not able to use our phones as everything was trying to hook up to the Wi-Fi. Regarding the clubhouse unfortunately we were not able to use this as well as the owner did not have us authorized. The kids were pretty bummed about that as well. This was not stated on welcome letter, as I checked. Just a few things we were a little upset by. But the house is very nice but I would recommend not staying during the winter as it is pretty tucked back in and unless you have four wheel drive it is very hard to reach the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas getaway stay
We had 15 family members to celebrate our christmas! It was big enough for all. All the amenities we great! Even offered his personal pass to be able to swim indoor pool in December! Nice cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family bonding
The house was great. Love that it had so many bathrooms. I traveled with a toddler, small kids and teens. This house allowed them to have all the alone time they wanted and family bonding time. The game room was the best. Only negative was my GPS taking us through a short cut which ended up getting 1 car stuck in snow. Luckily some friendly neighbors came and pulled us right out. We were able to use the clubhouse pool for 2days of our stay. The staff there were so nice and helpful. We had the whole pool area to ourselves. This house has everything you need you just have to come with food. I will say come prepared to get dirty. Lol all in all very amazing house great bonding time with my family. Thanks so much for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Mirzet C., Clinton TWP, MI

Excellent location
Piesufull place
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for large family
Everything was perfect for the 8 adults and 6 kids. Enough room inside and out and plenty of activities to keep the kids happy. The lake and pool were perfect and the short walk to "Dinosaur Ally" was a big hit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kelly m.

Liked: Cleanliness
memorial dinner
Our family stayed here to celebrate my husbands life, he passed during the pandemic and we were not able to have a funeral. the house was perfect, it rained a couple days tears from Heaven I guess. Thank-You for the chance to share one last get-together with our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021