Lake City Chalet
SLEEPS: 8
BEDROOMS: 4
BATHROOMS: 3
*LAKEFRONT (Sapphire Lake)
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY from DOCK (Dock available from May 1st- ~Labor Day)
*FANS ONLY (No A/C)
*PRIVATE DOCK
*2 PADDLE BOARDS included (Available mid- May to mid-Oct.)
*PADDLE BOAT included (Available mid- May to mid-Oct.)
*WI-FI
*OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND!
Get ready for a breathtaking lake view (see pics). The seating area by the water and the windows on the main level allow you to soak-in Sapphire Lake! Lake City Chalet sits on a cove, so it is perfect for paddle-boarding as it does not experience a lot of lake traffic.
Sleeping 8 with 3 full bathrooms, there is plenty of room to spread out. As you walk in, the yellow, narrow, tall hallway will place a smile on your face. The kitchen is well laid-out with a double sink on the island. Two bedrooms rest on the main level, while the other two are on the walk-out basement level.
Traverse City is just an hour away and Mackinac Bridge is a two hour drive.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
NO air conditioning. There are a couple of ceiling fans throughout (living room, master bedroom) and a couple box fans for guests to use.
ATV's: Yes! You are allowed to bring your ORV. There is plenty of room to park your truck/trailer. There is no riding on the property.
Animals: Deer, squirrels, bear, variety of birds.
Bathrooms:
Master Bathroom== stand up shower with double sink
Bathroom #2== on main floor with tub and shower
Bathroom #3==on walk-out basement level with stand up shower
Beach/Swimming: There is a dock for people to jump off and swim from. There is not a sandy beach area. It's fairly shallow and a sandy bottom (not murky). Another location for swimming is Missaukee County Park Department: 105 Canal St, Lake City, MI 49651
Bedroom Configuration:
Master Bedroom==1 Queen bed on main floor en suite
Bedroom #2==1 Full bed on main level
Bedroom #3==1 Queen bed on walk-out basement level
Bedroom #4==1 set of bunk beds (so 2 twins) and 1 Full bed on walk-out basement level
Boats: A paddle boat and 2 paddle boards are available for guests to use. (Available mid- May to mid October.) The paddles, and life jackets are in the storage box at the dock for your use.
Boat Launch: There is a public boat launch only 2 driveways away. Guests are able to bring their own boats to launch and dock the property.
Cell phone service: Verizon has great service in this area.
Distances:
* Traverse City: 1 hour (46 miles)
* Houghton Lake: 37 minutes (29 miles)
* Detroit: 3 hours and 9 minutes (212 miles)
* Grand Rapids: 1 hour and 35 in (107 miles)
* Chicago: 4 hours (283 miles)
* Mackinac Bridge: 2 hours (136 miles)
Dock: Yes a private dock. Guests are allowed to dock your boat there. It is approximately 25 ft. long. (Dock available from May 1st- ~Labor Day)
Drinking Water: It is well water. Some guests may choose to bring bottled water for drinking.
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: There is a gas fireplace on the lowest level for guests to use.
Fire-pit: Fire pit is right near the water.
Fishing: Some common fish you will see in the nearby lake are . Please be sure to bring your own poles as there are none at this property. Also, in order to fish in Michigan lakes, one is required to hold a fishing license. Click here to purchase your fishing license online.
Garage: Garage is not for guest use.
Grill: Propane grill provided for your use.
Grocery Store: Rogers: 5760 W Houghton Lake Rd, Lake City, MI 49651 (231) 295-1208
Internet: Yes! Free wi-fi is available for guests to use. Broadband is up to 30 Mbps.
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. If you are fussy about the thread count of your sheets, just let me know, and I'll make sure we leave a bed open for your sheets. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillow cases and bath towels.
Parking: 4 cars are able to park in the cement driveway. One truck/trailer combo will fit along with 2 extra cars.
Pets: No pets are allowed at this property.
Privacy: There are neighbors very close-by. They are both within view.
Snowmobiles: Yes! The MISS-KAL TRAILHEAD, which is a 50+ mile trail system, is just a ten-minute drive away from Chalet. A person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground. Click here to purchase your snowmobile trail permit.
Space: Two level home with walk-out basement.
Televisions: There is a TV in the kitchen area and a larger TV on the lowest level by the bar/fireplace. They will have streaming capabilities and a couple local channels.
Towels: Yes, we provide bath towels. It's always good to bring extra though. We encourage you to bring your own beach towels.
Walk to the Water: There are 20 steps to get to the water. Especially in the winter, please be careful as ice builds quickly and poses potential danger.
Washer and dryer: Yes! Laundry soap is provided.
Wood: Please supply your own wood!
