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Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Otter Lake

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, foosball, table tennis
Dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Otter Lake, MI
  • Place, Lake Henson
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hart Lake
  • Place, Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Otter Lake

On lake.You'll find Lake Henson and Hart Lake within 2 miles (3 km) of this cabin. Harvey Lake and North Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Henson - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • North Lake - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Bronner's Christmas Wonderland - 42 min drive - 26.9 miles
  • River Place Shops - 43 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • St. Julians Winery - 45 min drive - 28.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lapeer Station - 25 min drive
  • Bishop Intl. Airport (FNT) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amy’s Downtown Reservoir Bar And Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buck Wild - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Village Station - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Benny's Bierhalle - ‬14 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.

Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat

The Brown Bear Station is situated in a natural rural setting just beside Otter Lake. The Cabin offers a great combination of seclusion and access to multiple activities. Enjoy the relaxing sandy beach to go swimming, boating, jet skiing, and kayaking. Perhaps you rather hunt, snowmobile, hike, ORV, or fish. Spending the day shopping and antiquing. Brown Bear Station has it all for an ultimate year-round getaway.
This two-bedroom, one-bath cabin was originally a gas station and then a flower shop before becoming residential. It is a piece of history within the 150-year-old Village of Otter Lake. Tons of upgrades- AC, sleeps- 8 guests, spacious living area, and fully equipped kitchen. Bedrooms & a bathroom with all the essential amenities. Yard games, firepit, picnic tables, beach stuff, & a deck for use.
Short drive to:
_ Frankenmuth
_ Birch Run
_ Holloway Reserve
Summer and Winter- this cabin is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle.
*ADDITIONAL PROPERTY AVAILABLE

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Kayaks may be borrowed- not part of the rental- us
Propane grill provided- you may need to exchange t
Security camera on the exterior only. Dogs only- p

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only- fee. Owner's resp. for any damage.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: The home is not child-proofed. Cement floors.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat to the airport?

This cabin is 32.6 mi (38-min drive) away from the Bishop Intl. Airport (FNT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat to the beach?

This cabin is 7.2 mi (17-min drive) from Buttercup Beach.

Does Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Brown Bear Station of Otter Lake-Take it easy at this unique & tranquil retreat to downtown Otter Lake?

This cabin is 0.1 mi away from Otter Lake.