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: Yes! 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: 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.

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