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Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront!

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront!

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Lake viewLake viewLake view

Explore the area

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South Branch, MI
  • Popular LocationRifle River Recreation Area22 min drive
  • Popular LocationLumberman's Monument Visitor Center32 min drive
  • AirportEast Tawas, MI (ECA-Iosco County)52 min drive
  • Popular LocationLakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course72 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 5
755 sq ft
    1 queen bed

Room options

About the neighborhood

South Branch

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Huron-Manistee National Forest and 9 miles (15 km) of Au Sable River. Rifle River Recreation Area and Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Rifle River Recreation Area - 22 min drive
  • Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center - 32 min drive
  • Tawas Point State Park - 70 min drive
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 72 min drive
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Serradella Golf Course - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Long Lake Bar & Grill - 15 min drive
  • Bear's Den Restaurant - 21 min drive
  • Largent's Cafe - 15 min drive
  • Timber's Steak House - 8 min drive
  • Fish House - 21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront!

LUCKY LOON COTTAGE on CHAIN LAKE
SLEEPS: 5
BEDROOMS: 2
BATHROOMS:1
*PETS WELCOME
*WI-FI
*BOATS INCLUDED: 2 KAYAKS, 1 CANOE, 1 ROWBOAT

If a fabulous lake view with sand for kids to play along the water (Chain Lake) is at the top of your list, then you are in luck! The Lucky Loon Cottage permeates a feeling of nostalgia for native Michiganders like ourselves and brings you back to your grandparent's cottage along a Northern Michigan lake. Cabin boasts a rustic charm and is ideal for most guests. You can feel the history and embrace the possibilities here at Lucky Loon.

You can welcome family fun with sand, kayaks, a canoe, and a row boat. Even your family pet is welcome here, though we do not have a fenced yard. The new stove/oven and refrigerator make it convenient to cook your meals together, plus sit at the retro kitchen table on the dining side of the living room. The living room and kitchen together provide a true open concept in the small space. You can watch TV, prepare dinner, or kick your feet up, all within easy sight and distance. All while looking out at Chain Lake.

Knotty pine surrounds you at the cozy Lucky Loon Cottage. Enjoy your Queen bed in one bedroom. The kids will love the bunk bed (twin over double) in their own room too. This unassuming lakefront cottage along Chain Lake is sure to melt your heart and give you the space to soak in time together.

...And if you are lucky, you will hear the loons calling for their mate in the spring, or yodeling at night, as you cook your s'mores around the campfire.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: There is no air conditioning, but box fans are provided.

ATVs: Bring your ATVs, there are trails nearby! Please be courteous not to go on private land while using ATVs

Animals: Loons, Racoons, squirrels, and a variety of birds

Bathrooms: There is one bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet at this property.

Beach/Swimming: This property is located directly on the Chain Lakes. 40ft of the 150ft waterfront is a sandy beach for use during your stay!

Bedroom Configurations:
Bedroom #1- Queen
Bedroom #2- Twin/Full Bunkbed

Boats: 2 one-person kayaks, 1 three-person canoe and 1 rowboat

Boat Launch: The public boat launch for Chain Lake is located 3/4 miles from the property so please bring your jet skis, bass boat, or pontoon boat to make full use of the lake!!

Bugs: Since this cottage is along the water, the mosquitos are most intense at dusk.

Cable: There is no cable at this property.

Cell Phone Service: Verizon, Sprint, and AT&T

Coffee Maker: There is a drip coffee maker here

Dining (In order of distance):
Long Lake Bar & Grill: 11 minutes (6.3 miles)
Main Street Pizzeria & BBQ: 18 minutes (13.7 miles)
The Cedar Tavern & Grill: 19 minutes (14.1 miles)

Distances/Things to do (In order of distance):
*Tawas City: 34 minutes (29.5 miles)
*Mackinaw City: 2 hours & 26 minutes (134 miles)
*Detroit: 3 hours & 5 minutes (191 miles)
*Chicago: 6 hours & 3 minutes (369 miles)

*Rifle River Recreation Area (State Park): 19 minutes (13.8 miles)
*Roscommon Zoo: 55 minutes (43.1 miles)

Dock: Yes! There is a 15ft dock for guest use in front of the property, on Chain Lake

Drinking Water: Well water is used at this property. Some guests may want to bring bottled water with them.

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: No

Fire-pit: Please bring your own wood.

Fishing: Bass, Pike, Perch, and Blue Gill can be found in local lakes.

Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan. Click here to purchase your license online

Fishing Poles: There are no fishing poles at the property. Please bring your own.


Golf: Wicker Hills Golf Course is 12 minutes away (7.5 miles)!

Grill: There is a charbroil propane grill at the property. Propane is provided.

Grocery Store (In order of distance):
*South Branch General Store: 6 minutes (3.2 miles)
*Family Fare Supermarket: 25 minutes (19 miles)

Handicap Friendly: This property does not have additional handicap-friendly features


Heat: Yes! There is electric heating at the property


Hunting: Bear and deer hunting is popular in this area. Guests must adhere to local guidelines for hunting!

Internet: Yes-we have WIFI

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: Three cars + a trailer can fit on the property

Pets: Up to two dogs may join you during your stay! Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: There are neighbors on both sides

Snowmobiles: 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: 755 sq. ft ranch style home

Seniors: This ranch-style home is perfect, as both bedrooms and the bathroom are located on the main floor.

Televisions: A 43" smart TV is available for use! There is also a Box TV with a VCR for use.

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes! There is a stackable, front-loading washer and dryer.

Wood: Wood is not provided. There is a store close by that sells firewood.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 755 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

517437

Frequently asked questions

Does Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront! to downtown South Branch?

This cabin is 2.1 mi away from South Branch.

Lucky Loon Cottage (South Branch, MI): Sleeps 5, Pet friendly, waterfront! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful little cabin
Our family really enjoyed our stay! The cabin was very nice and we really enjoyed the lake. We used the kayaks and had a great time. Smaller cabin but perfect for a weekend. Comfortable beds! Very happy there was a tv with wifi! Shower is a little small. Neighbors are nice. They do have dogs that run off leash but we are happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing getaway
This was a perfect, relaxing get away. Our family loved the kayaks and used them many times. Kids loved fishing. We were very comfortable in the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lucky Loon Cabin
Lucky Loon is a beautiful and peaceful property, perfect for a quiet getaway with friends or family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
We had a great time. The cabin was a great place to stay for a week. Fishing was amazing. We enjoyed that a lot. The only complaint I would have is there was not enough toilet paper for two people for a week and the neighbor dogs kept coming over and pooping in the yard which obviously the owners of this cottage have no control over.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jami S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time At Its Finest
Beautiful property with a vintage nostalgic feel. The peaceful lake, sandy beach, and serenading loons make a perfect, relaxing get away for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Daniel S.

Relaxing cabin
Very relaxing, comfortable beds and liked having the kayaks/boats available for use. It is a smaller cabin, but worked fine for the 4 of us amd 2 small dogs. Many untensils available along with nice grill, all pots/pans and table ware, papertowel, tp, and extra blankets available if needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Sue J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty
Place was filthy. Kitchen was filled with beach toys , oars life jackets stacked in the corner. Dusty dirty tables. Shower had black foot prints in it and walls were filthy, and sink had tooth paste splattered all over. All the counters were dirty. We spent over an hour just making it livable but it was still dirty. Rugs were filthy. Rooms and closets full of old junk and stuff every one who has ever been there left behind and cupboards full of everyone's left over packaged food junk.Coffee pot had grounds in it and left over coffee. Place is cluttered with too much junk. Suggestion ? Clear it out throw away all the junk and clean it top to bottom. Fishing was great nice little beach ,but vacationers want to feel as if its their cabin for their stay not sitting in a cabin museum full of old junk.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
South Branch Cabin
This was a quaint cabin with some modern ammenities...great wifi and tv, which is important to my husband...quiet and peaceful with the lake right outside the front door We would enjoy a return stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jimmie F.

Ok
We liked the place, there was s couple things that made the stay less enjoyable. The shower would not drain. The water had to be bailed out after every shower. Also the cement pad at the entrance at one end was broken and was very sharp. Our dog cut the pad of his foot on it. The coffee maker was not cleaned. It had old coffee grounds in it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We had a great time, caught lots of fish!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023