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Terrace/patio
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Johannesburg, MI
  • Lake Louise
    1 min walk
  • Johannesburg Lake
    8 min drive
  • Little Bear Lake
    16 min drive
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    16 min drive

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The price is AU$460
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Horn HideAway: wooded cottage, lake access

About the area

Johannesburg

With a stay at this vacation home in Johannesburg, you'll be on a lake, just steps from Lake Louise and a 3-minute drive from Ginsel Lake. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Johannesburg Branch Library and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Louise - 1 min walk
  • Johannesburg Lake - 8 min drive
  • Otsego Golf Club - 16 min drive
  • Little Bear Lake - 16 min drive
  • Gaylord Discovery Center - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul's Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Big Lake Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Sports Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Old Depot - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Legands - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Private lake home away from home

Welcome to your new home away from home with 120 ft. of frontage on private all-sport Lake Louise in Johannesburg, Michigan.

Johannesburg is only 10 miles east of Gaylord; in the heart of the golf mecca with direct access to ORV/snowmobile trails less than a mile away. Experience the privacy and beauty of Northern Michigan year-round with incredible sunsets and prime fall colors.

With 3 spacious bedrooms, sleeping up to 10 people, and 2 full baths, we look forward to being your go-to getaway destination.

Our guests enjoy outdoor amenities and activities including:
- private beach
- hot tub
- outdoor TV (not pictured)
- pontoon boat*
- yard games/activities (fowling, cornhole, giant stacking blocks, and badminton available)
- gas and charcoal grills (Blackstone, Big Green Egg)
- swimming
- firepit
- fishing (limited equipment available)
- RV hookup available (120V @ 30 Amp)
*Not included but may be available upon request with arrangements made in advance.

Guest favorite indoor amenities and activities include:
- DirectTV premier package (includes HBO, Showtime, Starz, etc.)
- WiFi
- games/card games

Other guest favorites nearby:
- shopping and dining
- spa services at Treetops Resort
- Louis M. Groen Nature Preserve
- Gaylord's City Elk Park
- golf
- skiing and snowboarding

Child accommodations available including Pack N Play, highchair, and BumBo seat.

Please reach out with questions about accommodations, amenities, or anything else that's important to ensuring a comfortable stay. We look forward to being your home away from home and the place you go for your moments that matter.

Please be aware of outdoor camera on premises for liability and security purposes.

Rates discounted to nullify cleaning fee at 7 nights if applicable.

5 night minimum Memorial Day to Labor Day. Please inquire if you're seeking an exception.

Plenty of room to back up and unload multiple trucks with enclosed trailers for snowmobiles and SXS's.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a spa tub and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Jessica Lockwood

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Sledging nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Private lake home away from home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerald A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
This was the best vacation we have had in a long time. Great location and beautiful house right on the lake with your own sand beach in the backyard. We enjoyed every minute we were there. Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation in Paradise
Had a very relaxing and peaceful vacation with the most beautiful sunsets !!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation spot
Every amenity we could have wanted, easy access to Johannesburg and Gaylord. Sunsets over the water by the firepit. Amazing week!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing time
We had a wonderful time. It was such a nice, quiet and relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Very clean and well equipped home! The owner was quick to respond to texts before and during stay. The boat was a nice addition and made our fishing experience great!! Very nice, quiet inland lake with a lot of good fishing. Had a great time, hope to stay longer next time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Lake House Getaway
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The house was clean and spacious with lots of natural light. The large deck overlooking the lake was perfect for visiting with friends while watching our kids swim and fish off the dock. The outdoor kitchen located on the back deck made it so easy to cook lunch and dinner without needing to call the kids in from the lake until it was time to eat. We were able to rent the owners pontoon during our stay and found the price to be low compared to other daily pontoon rentals. We all enjoyed our evening fishing trips on the boat. The owners and care taker of the rental offered excellent communication. There was also Wi-Fi available which made it nice for completing a few work tasks while overlooking the lake. We will for sure be saving this rental for future trips!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
I loved the quiet neighborhood, and the lake views were great. This home is beautiful and felt very cozy and clean. 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay in Gaylord/Johburg
This property is really nice. Beautiful setting on a pretty inland Michigan lake. Inside is very comfortable-all the amenities. Hosts are very responsive and do a wonderful job. You won't go wrong here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for golf weekend
Came up here with a few friends for a golf trip and loved the house. House was more spacious than anticipated from pictures. Very clean and had everything stocked that we needed; paper towels, toilet paper, soft towels, etc. Beds were very comfortable and much appreciated after being out in the sun all day. Check in and out were very simple and Jessica and Rick were attentive and responsive. Felt like we had our own private up north cabin out on the water, all while being a short 10-15 minute drive to some of the best courses I have ever played and a surprisingly lively Gaylord. My only regret is not staying longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024