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Secluded chalet in the woods overlooking a huge pond and only 5 minutes to town.

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A dining area with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a view of a snowy deck.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling and a view of the outdoors.
A snow-covered lodge with a steep roof, surrounded by dense evergreen trees.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a staircase on the left, a door at the end, and a welcome sign with a bear and trees on the wall.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, a wooden dining table with chairs, a brown sofa, and a Christmas tree.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Harrison, MI
  • Place, Budd Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hayes Township Outdoor Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Long Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Harrison

Located in Harrison, this chalet is on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Clare County Fairground and Hayes Township Outdoor Park. .This family-friendly chalet is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Little Long Lake and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Budd Lake.

What's nearby

  • Budd Lake - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Hayes Township Outdoor Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Little Long Lake - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Clare County Fairground - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Wilson State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Up North Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mr Vetoes Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trails End Restaurant and Pizzeria - ‬4 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.

Secluded chalet in the woods overlooking a huge pond and only 5 minutes to town.

Quiet and private chalet overlooking a huge tranquil pond and surrounded by lots of beautiful trees with no neighbors in sight. Go fishing, swimming, or boating on one of the 20 lakes in 20 minutes all located in Harrison. You can kayak, tube, or raft down the Muskegon River. The chalet is located near Duggan's Canoe Livery, Leota Trailhead, Wilson State Park, Rocks and Valley Off-Road Park, endless acres of state land, multiple golf courses, Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farm, and Snowsnake Ski & Golf. Sleeps 7 and pet friendly! There's a king bed in the primary bedroom on the main floor and a full bed with a single futon in the other main floor bedroom. A third bedroom with a full bed is located upstairs as well as a loft with a single futon and a queen air mattress. Both full bathrooms are located on the main floor as well as a washer and dryer. All 3 bedrooms have smart tvs, dressers, and closets. Also, the home has excellent Wi-fi for travelers who work remotely. It's a great getaway for multiple couples, families, or a group of friends. Spacious greatroom and a separate loft to hangout, play games, or watch tv. Located within 5 minutes from town, 20 minutes south of Houghton Lake and 15 minutes north of Clare. Take a day trip to Traverse City, Grand Rapids, Mackinac Island, or Sleeping Bear Dunes without paying for premium accommodations.
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,650 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

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 complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Don't worry about the bedding. We will take care of it. Put your dirty towels in the hamper. Put all the tv remotes next to each tv.
Make sure all the windows and doors are locked, too. Please empty all the trash cans and put the trash bags in the bin outside. Trash pick up is on Monday morning.
Bag your pet's waste and put it in the outside garbage bin.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

If you bring a pet without paying the fee or you bring more than 2 pets, a $100 fine will be added in addition to the pet fees.
No smoking of any kind in the home or within 6 feet of any windows. A $100 fine will be enforced. Do not go into the garage or attic.
All visitors must be listed. Only the guest listed on the reservation is allowed to make a reservation and must be present during the entire booking.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: The 2nd $50 pet fee is billed separately.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Secluded chalet in the woods overlooking a huge pond and only 5 minutes to town. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, clean and cozy. Xtra perks for out dogs. Very secluded but close to town. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. It was very relaxing and just what we needed. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for star gazing! Wonderful quiet & private area away from city life!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had rented for our family and they were very impressed as I was when I saw the house. The host is extremely helpful in communicating
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time calling this spot home for a few days while we explored Harrison and the Leota Trails! The beds were comfy, the kitchen was well appointed, and there was ample space for family games and relaxation! Mary was super helpful with the easiest check in and check out process. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host decirated for Christmas.King bed extremely comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Perfect home away from home!

This house was perfect for us and our dog. They’ve thought of everything lots of extras provided. Coffee, laundry soap, spices for cooking. Very easy, check-in process we really loved our stay and will definitely be back and recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kolleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place and will definitely be back again. Not a high traffic area so that made it better. Huge firepit with plenty of room for chairs. Tvs in all rooms. Cameras outside for that extra security. (Some may not like that but we loved knowing they were there) Grocery stores nearby as well as good pizza places. Wilson state park for swimming. If you have toddlers bring plenty to do as there is good space outside for some fun. Saw plenty of deer, chipmunks and turkeys! All in all a wonderful stay with a very responsive host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary is an amazing host. Responds very quickly when you have a question. Stayed in many VRBO’s and never have seen one stocked like this. Kitchen and bathrooms have everything you need. If we would have forgotten anything we would not have to leave the house to find it. Beds were extremely comfy and lots of towels! Felt like a home away from home. We arrived to a nice note and snacks left out for us. We stayed for CMU graduation weekend and probably will not be back in the area, but if we did we would definitely stay again. It was a wonderful stay…thank you so much Mary!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026