LOST LAKE CHALET
SLEEPS:  6-7 Winter 
SLEEPS:  8-9 SUMMER
BEDROOMS:  3
BATHROOMS:  2
*LAKEFRONT (Lost Lake)
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
*PRIVATE DOCK (across the driveway, directly in front of the cabin)
*SANDY-BOTTOM LAKE 
*SNOWMOBILES/ORVS WELCOME
*There are NEIGHBORS on both sides, which are closer than may originally appear. We ask that our guests stay ONLY in the area directly in front of the cottage. The cottage is surrounded by private land with private cottages. Having good relationships with our neighbors is important to us.

WINTER PARKING FOR TRAILER (1 MAX) AND VEHICLES: NOT SPACIOUS or EASY
There will be a parking area plowed in between the shed and the road for you to park your vehicle or trailer. Please park your vehicle next to the shed in the plowed space so you will not have to drive down the hill and risk getting stuck. **Steep driveway. Be sure your car can handle snow or park by the shed for easier access**

Arriving at the Lodge Lake Chalet, overlooking Lost Lake, head down the driveway with a noticeable incline. This is NOT EASY trailer parking. 1 small trailer MAX.  NO TURN-AROUND.  Feel free to park (with your brakes on, of course) alongside the driveway.  The shared (with the cottage next door) driveway extends downward and crosses in the front of the cottage (between the waterfront and the Lost Lake Chalet itself).

From inside the Lost Lake Chalet, you can not easily see moving vehicles, as the cottage is set at a perfect space to focus solely on the gorgeous view of Lost Lake.

This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath cozy (1200 sq. ft.)  cottage is tucked off the main road and directly faces Lost Lake, in Hawks, just outside of Rogers City. While the cottage has the appearance of a chalet with the eaves and stilts facing the lake, it is actually a ranch-style home on the inside. There is not a basement.

We ask that you do NOT SMOKE (cigarettes and/or marijuana), either inside or outside. The smell easily blows back into the cottage and/or  over to the neighbors.

Walk up the stairs to the entry of the Lost Lake Chalet.  Entering the home through the foyer, you immediately will see the comfortable kitchen which overlooks the lake. Cooking in front of the lake is soothing with its openness and sense of togetherness.  The kitchen and the living room both overlook the deck, which captures the beauty of the lakefront setting of Lost Lake. 

Next to the Lost Lake Chalet is another vacation rental. If you are concerned about your outside, water's-edge privacy, this may not be the place for you.  The Lodge Lake Getaway is next door and shares a long driveway. Both cottages have their respective parking (marked) AND water access in front of or alongside their cottage.

The large deck that is constructed of cedar planking wraps around two-thirds of the home, allowing for spectacular views of the lake. Don't just look at Lost Lake, cross the driveway and jump on in! With a small sandy beach area and sandy-bottom lake, you will enjoy relaxing down by the water. The fire-pit and propane grill will top off your lake house vacation!

Inside the Lost Lake Chalet, enjoy a majestic stone-fireplace, fully-equipped kitchen with all the basic amenities, and comfortable beds! Play board games with the kiddos or grab a cup of Joe and cuddle up to watch a movie. 

Charter fishing is also available in Rogers City, just 12 miles from the Chalet, on Lake Huron. Or, you can travel 10 miles to the gorgeous Ocqueoc Falls area which offers spectacular hiking trails and swimming opportunities. Close to the Alpena to Mackinaw Snowmobile Trail, and the Hike & Bike Trails, there is tons of fun for the whole family all year round.

As an extra layer of security, we do have video cameras in the back and front of the cottage. There are no cameras inside the cottage.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning:  A portable air conditioning unit can be found in the chalet along with many ceiling fans throughout the home.

ATV's: YES, they are allowed! However, no driving on the lawn…only on the driveway. There are ORV trails nearby, just 15 minutes away and if you are savvy, you are able to take the back roads to get there.
 

Animals:  Deer, bald eagles, variety of birds, squirrels. The basics for Michigan!

Bathrooms:

     Bathroom #1: Connected to master bedroom--Full bath with jet-tub

     Bathroom #2: Full-bath with stand-up shower only. 
 

Beach/Swimming:  It is a sandy bottom lake. Lost Lake, at its deepest, is 17 feet. By the property there is a very shallow drop off, so it is great for small kids. Lost Lake is considered an all-sports lake, but boats generally do not come in close. The swimming area is laid out as such: Grass, to 20 feet of sand, to sandy-bottom lake. There is a swim platform for your use, it is also shared with the vacation rental next door. 

Bedroom Configuration:
                    Master Bedroom: Queen

                    Bedroom #2: 2-twins (We can convert the twin beds into a King bed. Just ask.)

           Bedroom #3: 2 -twins
    
           Sleeping Porch: CLOSED IN THE WINTER --Daybed with trundle---in summer only 

Boat/Outdoor Toys: one canoe, and 1 youth kayak is available for your enjoyment. Please bring life jackets from home (as those are not one size fits all) Boats are put away for the winter the first weekend in October! 

Boat Launch: Within a mile of the chalet, you can find the Lost Lake Boat Launch which is right across the lake.  

Bugs: Typical Michigan bugs- Mosquitoes love waterfront cottages! Escape to the sun room in the evenings.

Cell phone service: AT&T=nonexistent. You can do wi-fi calling once you are connected to the wi-fi system.
 

Distances:
              * Boyne Mountain: 1 hour 18 minutes away (67 miles)
              * Mount Pleasant: 2 hours and 42 minutes away (168 miles)
              * Traverse City: 2 hours 22 minutes away (125 miles)               
              * Tahquamenon Falls: 2 hours and 43 minutes (144 miles) 
              * Mackinac Bridge: 1 hour and 12 minutes away ( 62 miles)

Dock: There is a 32 foot private dock that you are welcome to use. Feel free to launch your boat on the other side of the lake and dock it right outside the Chalet! (Dock is pulled for winter around the first weekend in October)

Fire-pit: Yes! Guests need to supply their own wood.

Fireplace (available October-April ONLY):  Yes, inside enjoy a natural gas fireplace in the family room (creates a wonderful peaceful, cozy atmosphere!). Does not have a blower.

Fishing: Crappie, Bass, and Northern Pike are flowing in Lost Lake!

Fishing License: You can purchase your fishing license online at http://www.mdnr-elicense.com/Welcome/Default.aspx
 

Fishing poles: Please bring your own pole. Little kids’ poles may be available.
 

Grill: There is a propane grill onsite. Propane is provided.
 

Grocery Store:  Family Fare -  100 S Bradley Hwy, Rogers City, MI 49779    (989) 734-4182    (15 minutes)

Internet:  Yes. Basic WIFI is here. It is shared with the Lost Lake Getaway next door. The internet is often spotty and not ideal for gaming or for people who have major work commitments.  It is ideal for basic email and simple internet use.

Lake: This in NOT an all sports lake.  Fishing boats with small motors and pontoon boats are allowed.  Jet skis and ski boats are NOT allowed.

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. Swim towels not provided, please bring from home.

Neighbors: Please adhere to the property boundary lines (to the left if looking out at the water) separated by a split rail fence. The land next door and down the road is private property and not public land for hiking or exploring. There are Private Property signs up at the beach, driveway and along their yard. Please be conscientious of the nearby neighbors, especially on the driveway. You are within a cottage community.  Please, no loud music or smoking (of any kind) either inside or outside the cabin. We have other places for you if you would like to blast or smoke your favorites while on vacation.

Parking: The driveway is on a hill and at the end of the hill you can park in front of the chalet. This driveway is also shared by the cottage next door (Lost Lake Getaway) as well, so you may encounter a few cars crossing in front of the Chalet, as they head to cottage next door. Two cars easily or truck/trailer combo. Guests will park in front of chalet on driveway. The driveway also extends past the Lost Lake Chalet to the cottage next door, known as the Lost Lake Getaway. Your cars/trucks/trailers/ATVs/boats/snowmobiles must not block the driveway.

Pets:  Guests are not permitted to bring pets.

Privacy: On the northern side of Lost Lake Chalet, there is the Lost Lake Getaway (which sleeps 6 people). On the southern side, the other cottages are not easily visible. This is not a place if you are looking for a guarantee of exterior privacy for your family.  While the cottages are not on top of each other, as the cottages are in some more popular tourist areas in Michigan, yet they are within 20 feet. There are not any fences which delineate the spaces. Still, our expectations are that of a good neighbor policy. 

Smoking: Cigarettes or marijuana is not permitted at this property (homes are too close together). Any violation may result in the guest asked to depart with no refund given. 

Snowmobiles: YES! Snowmobiles are welcomed. There are some terrific trails just 5 minutes from the Chalet---either cross the frozen lake in winter or jot down a county road. You are able to park your trailer and drive your snowmobile from the front door if conditions allow. Snowmobiling on county roads is legal here!  Trail #LP992 DO NOT EXPLORE WHERE THERE ISN'T A TRAIL MARKER POSTED

Space: Nice, modern, log cabin interior ranch-style home which appears to be an exterior chalet.

Televisions: Basic TV with 12 channels, including Fox, NBC, CBS, ABS and PBS with 1 Smart TV in living room where you can stream Netflix, Disney+....etc. It has a vhs/dvd player connected to it.  A Red Box, where you can rent DVDs, is available in Rogers city.

Towels: Yes, we provide basic bathroom towels. Please bring your own beach towels. There is a washer/dryer you may use during your stay.

Washer and dryer:  Yes, guests are open to using the stackable washer and dryer. Laundry soap is provided.  

Wood: Guests will need to purchase wood either at the grocery in Rogers City or on their way up to the Chalet along the side of the road. 
 

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