Gaylord Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | Stairs Required | 1,700 Sq Ft
Private Boat Dock | Opal Lake
Living Room | Wood-Burning Stove | Central Heating | Full Sleeper Sofa
Aerial View of Lake
Property Exterior | 2-Story Home | Driveway Parking (4 Vehicles)
Kitchen | 1st Floor | Keurig Coffee Maker | Dishwasher | Cooking Basics
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Dining Area | 1st Floor | Open Floor Plan | Lake Views
Living Room | 1st Floor
Bedroom 1 | 2nd Floor | Queen Bed
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Full Bathroom | 2nd Floor | Towels Provided
Bedroom 2 | 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Toddler Bed
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Bedroom 3 | 1st Floor | Queen Bed
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Full Bathroom | 1st Floor
Washer & Dryer
Deck | Gas Grill
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Private Yard | Swing
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Lake Access On-Site
Private Dock
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Property Entrance
Property Exterior
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The Birch House Retreat: Near Skiing and Trails

Property ID: 525207Gaylord, MI, US
Sleeps 103 BR2 BA
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Description

Lake Views | Near Snowmobile Trails | Smart TVs

Discover an idyllic fall or winter escape at this wooded 3-bed, 2-bath Gaylord home on Opal Lake. Whether you are hunting, ice fishing out your back door, or snowmobiling nearby trails, adventure awaits! Drive 8 miles to Otsego Resort for skiing or explore Alpine Village. When you are ready to relax, cozy up by the wood-burning stove, host a family game night, or enjoy a crisp evening on the spacious deck. Dog-friendly and ready for you!

Amenities

  • Waterfront
  • Deck
  • Wireless Internet (WIFI)
  • Laptop Friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Central Heating
  • Self Check-In
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Pets Allowed
  • Free Parking
  • Essentials
  • Washer

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Location Details

- Opal Lake location near swimming, fishing, ice fishing, boating, hiking, hunting, snowmobiling & more

- Within 10 miles of golf courses: Michaywé Pines Golf Course, Lakes Golf Course, Loon Golf Resort, Treetops Golf Club

- 6 miles to Otsego Lake State Park & 8 miles to Otsego Resort

- 9 miles to Gaylord hotspots: Call of the Wild Museum, Gaylord's City Elk Park, Alpine Village, shopping, dining

- 30 miles to Boyne Mountain Resort & 33 miles to SkyBridge Michigan

- 57 miles to Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)

Reviews

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2 reviews

  • Exceptional! Fully equipped kitchen, very clean and beautiful view.

    5/5

    Excellent home for family fun and great memories. 🥰

    Roberta
    Stayed Sep 2026

  • a great time!

    5/5

    We had a great time at the Birch house, The kids loved the water and the house was really nice. We hope to come back next year!

    abraham
    Stayed Aug 2026
    Manager's Response:

    Thank you for the wonderful review. We are happy that you enjoyed our little corner and that the family had such a good time. Looking forward to seeing you again next year!

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