Sunset Beach Chalet | Hot Tub•Golf•Trails•Nature
Entire chalet in Gaylord, Michigan
- 10 guests
- 3 bedrooms
- 5 beds
- 1.5 baths
Hosted by Dorene And John
- Superhost
- 10 years hosting
Listing highlights
Top 10% of homes
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Lakefront on Lake Arrowhead
Right on Lake Arrowhead with a private dock, sandy beach, and kayaks ready to go
Private hot tub with lake views
A private hot tub on the deck overlooking the lake, available year-round
Dorene and John go above and beyond
Guests highlight how responsive and helpful Dorene and John are throughout each stay
Escape to this spacious lakefront chalet, where you can leave your worries behind & experience Michigan in its purest form.This updated Alpine-style home is perfect for family fun year-round, offering full access to the lake with a deck & dock.Kayak, swim, barbecue, or simply relax while enjoying endless outdoor adventures, then cap the day with priceless sunset views from your private outdoor hot tub.Just 6 miles from downtown Gaylord, this chalet is the perfect blend of relaxation & adventure!
The space
THE SPACE
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Lake Arrowhead at this cozy, family-friendly chalet in Gaylord, with stunning lake views from floor-to-ceiling windows. This lake lover’s retreat comes with air conditioning for hot summer months and is just minutes from golf, biking, and hiking trails. Downtown Gaylord’s Alpine Village is a short drive away. Relax with a family BBQ on the deck, unwind in the private hot tub, or gaze at the stars or Northern Lights from the beach-side fire pit (bring wood).
KITCHEN
Dining room seating for 6, plus breakfast bar for 3
Newer appliances, cookware, bakeware, utensils, spices, dishware & flatware
Kitchen towels and washcloths included
BEDROOMS
Master Bedroom: King bed, 43" Samsung Smart TV
Bedroom 2 (main floor): Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (upstairs): 3 Queen beds, 46" Roku Smart TV
All linens, pillows, and blankets provided
BATHROOMS
Main floor: full bath with shower & tub
Upstairs: full bath with tub only
Towels and washcloths included
ENTERTAINMENT
High-speed Wi-Fi throughout
3 TVs: Living room 60” Smart Samsung TV, Master 43" Smart Samsung TV, Upstairs 46” Roku Smart TV
Ping pong in attached unheated garage recreation room
Natural wood-burning stove in living room (bring wood)
LAKESIDE LIVING / OUTDOOR AMENITIES
4 kayaks with paddles and life jackets on private sandy beach
Huge deck facing lake with private hot tub, patio dining, and propane BBQ (2 tanks)
Dock for fishing or tying off boats.
Wood-burning fire pit at beach with chairs-Bring wood
Lake offers bass, perch, bluegill, sunfish, & pike
BRINGING A PET? Pets are welcome when they are included at the time of booking. Please be sure to select the pet option when making your reservation so Airbnb can automatically apply the pet fee. The pet fee is $20 per night, plus applicable taxes. If pets are added after the reservation is made, the booking will be updated accordingly.
WINTER ACTIVITIES
Snowmobile DNR Trail #4 accessible from cabin (no trailering to trail 4 needed) Ride sled from chalet. Rent snowmobiles nearby, please ask!
Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, nearby ski hills
4WD/AWD recommended in winter
SPRING, SUMMER & FALL ACTIVITIES
Heated outdoor association pool (Memorial Day–Labor Day)
Pickle-ball, basketball courts, volleyball, playground nearby
25+ golf courses within 15–20 minutes
Hiking and biking trails for all skill levels
LOCAL WILDLIFE & OUTDOOR FUN
Elk viewing near Jay’s Sporting Goods
Birdwatching: bald eagles, loons, ducks, hummingbirds, woodpeckers
Morel mushroom hunting in May
FAMILY & LOCAL ACTIVITIES
Bowling, cinema, mini golf, go-karts, Sports-Plex swimming/ice skating
Call of the Wild wildlife park, fudge shops, museums
Nearby destinations: Traverse City (45 min), Petoskey (35 min), Mackinaw City (1 hr), Boyne Mountain (25 min)
Less than 15 min to Gaylord for shopping, dining, and entertainment
Guest access
Guest has access to whole house and property.
We have a lock box located at the door entry way and code is given to guest on the morning of check in by email on this platform
Other things to note
💙 Returning Guests Save!
If you’ve stayed with us before and are planning another Northern Michigan getaway, be sure to reach out! Returning guests may be eligible to book directly through Northern Lakeshore Vacation Home Rentals, which can often save around 10% compared to booking through third-party platforms, while still providing a safe and secure reservation experience.
We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back!
1–2 dogs are welcome but must be approved prior to booking.
Pet fees apply.
CHECK-OUT & LATE CHECK-OUT
Late check-out available until 1:00 PM for $50, if available. Must be arranged in advance.
HOT TUB
Hot tub water is changed between guests; it may not be fully heated until early evening.
Incoming water is ~50°F; hot tubs heat 6–10°F per hour with cover on.
AIR CONDITIONING
Units available May–end September typically
Three units provided: living room, master bedroom, upstairs loft bedroom.
DOCK
Dock is typically in Mid May-Mid October
TOWELS
Standard towels included as well as wash cloths kitchen towels and wash cloths; beach towels are NOT provided.Please bring your own beach towels for pool and lake use.
Outdoor Association Pool – Walking distance from cabin; free to use Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Towels at the cabin stay at the cabin. Please bring your own beach towels for pool.
Hot Tub Notice:
The home features a private hot tub on the deck, which is professionally maintained and available for guest use. While we do our very best to ensure it is fully operational for every stay, hot tubs are mechanical systems and unexpected issues (such as leaks, heating errors, or weather-related problems) may occasionally occur.
In the rare event the private hot tub becomes unavailable before or during your stay, we will make every reasonable effort to repair it as quickly as possible; however, availability of the hot tub is not guaranteed and does not constitute grounds for refunds or discounts.
Note: Bring your own beach towels for either pool. Towels inside the chalet remain there. Bring your own basketball, volleyball and/or pickle ball equipment for any of the courts in case there is none supplied at the park(s).
The space
THE SPACE
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Lake Arrowhead at this cozy, family-friendly chalet in Gaylord, with stunning lake views from floor-to-ceiling windows. This lake lover’s retreat comes with air conditioning for hot summer months and is just minutes from golf, biking, and hiking trails. Downtown Gaylord’s Alpine Village is a short drive away. Relax with a family BBQ on the deck, unwind in the private hot tub, or gaze at the stars or Northern Lights from the beach-side fire pit (bring wood).
KITCHEN
Dining room seating for 6, plus breakfast bar for 3
Newer appliances, cookware, bakeware, utensils, spices, dishware & flatware
Kitchen towels and washcloths included
BEDROOMS
Master Bedroom: King bed, 43" Samsung Smart TV
Bedroom 2 (main floor): Queen bed
Bedroom 3 (upstairs): 3 Queen beds, 46" Roku Smart TV
All linens, pillows, and blankets provided
BATHROOMS
Main floor: full bath with shower & tub
Upstairs: full bath with tub only
Towels and washcloths included
ENTERTAINMENT
High-speed Wi-Fi throughout
3 TVs: Living room 60” Smart Samsung TV, Master 43" Smart Samsung TV, Upstairs 46” Roku Smart TV
Ping pong in attached unheated garage recreation room
Natural wood-burning stove in living room (bring wood)
LAKESIDE LIVING / OUTDOOR AMENITIES
4 kayaks with paddles and life jackets on private sandy beach
Huge deck facing lake with private hot tub, patio dining, and propane BBQ (2 tanks)
Dock for fishing or tying off boats.
Wood-burning fire pit at beach with chairs-Bring wood
Lake offers bass, perch, bluegill, sunfish, & pike
BRINGING A PET? Pets are welcome when they are included at the time of booking. Please be sure to select the pet option when making your reservation so Airbnb can automatically apply the pet fee. The pet fee is $20 per night, plus applicable taxes. If pets are added after the reservation is made, the booking will be updated accordingly.
WINTER ACTIVITIES
Snowmobile DNR Trail #4 accessible from cabin (no trailering to trail 4 needed) Ride sled from chalet. Rent snowmobiles nearby, please ask!
Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, nearby ski hills
4WD/AWD recommended in winter
SPRING, SUMMER & FALL ACTIVITIES
Heated outdoor association pool (Memorial Day–Labor Day)
Pickle-ball, basketball courts, volleyball, playground nearby
25+ golf courses within 15–20 minutes
Hiking and biking trails for all skill levels
LOCAL WILDLIFE & OUTDOOR FUN
Elk viewing near Jay’s Sporting Goods
Birdwatching: bald eagles, loons, ducks, hummingbirds, woodpeckers
Morel mushroom hunting in May
FAMILY & LOCAL ACTIVITIES
Bowling, cinema, mini golf, go-karts, Sports-Plex swimming/ice skating
Call of the Wild wildlife park, fudge shops, museums
Nearby destinations: Traverse City (45 min), Petoskey (35 min), Mackinaw City (1 hr), Boyne Mountain (25 min)
Less than 15 min to Gaylord for shopping, dining, and entertainment
Guest access
Guest has access to whole house and property.
We have a lock box located at the door entry way and code is given to guest on the morning of check in by email on this platform
Other things to note
💙 Returning Guests Save!
If you’ve stayed with us before and are planning another Northern Michigan getaway, be sure to reach out! Returning guests may be eligible to book directly through Northern Lakeshore Vacation Home Rentals, which can often save around 10% compared to booking through third-party platforms, while still providing a safe and secure reservation experience.
We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back!
1–2 dogs are welcome but must be approved prior to booking.
Pet fees apply.
CHECK-OUT & LATE CHECK-OUT
Late check-out available until 1:00 PM for $50, if available. Must be arranged in advance.
HOT TUB
Hot tub water is changed between guests; it may not be fully heated until early evening.
Incoming water is ~50°F; hot tubs heat 6–10°F per hour with cover on.
AIR CONDITIONING
Units available May–end September typically
Three units provided: living room, master bedroom, upstairs loft bedroom.
DOCK
Dock is typically in Mid May-Mid October
TOWELS
Standard towels included as well as wash cloths kitchen towels and wash cloths; beach towels are NOT provided.Please bring your own beach towels for pool and lake use.
Outdoor Association Pool – Walking distance from cabin; free to use Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Towels at the cabin stay at the cabin. Please bring your own beach towels for pool.
Hot Tub Notice:
The home features a private hot tub on the deck, which is professionally maintained and available for guest use. While we do our very best to ensure it is fully operational for every stay, hot tubs are mechanical systems and unexpected issues (such as leaks, heating errors, or weather-related problems) may occasionally occur.
In the rare event the private hot tub becomes unavailable before or during your stay, we will make every reasonable effort to repair it as quickly as possible; however, availability of the hot tub is not guaranteed and does not constitute grounds for refunds or discounts.
Note: Bring your own beach towels for either pool. Towels inside the chalet remain there. Bring your own basketball, volleyball and/or pickle ball equipment for any of the courts in case there is none supplied at the park(s).
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What this place offers
Beach access
Kitchen
Fast wifi – 210 Mbps
Free parking garage on premises
Shared outdoor pool - available seasonally, open specific hours, heated
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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 182 reviews.
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Gaylord, Michigan, United States
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Neighborhood highlights
The neighborhood is private and quiet as most homes are 2nd homes.
Need to go to town, 15 minutes and you are Downtown Gaylord with stores galore, Meijers, Walmart, Aldi, Family Fare, oh and lots of restaurants, from mom and pop shops such as Diana's Delights, Alpine Tavern to restaurants you are familiar with such as Ruby Tuesday, Applebees, Big Boys, Bob Evans, etc, list goes on and on! Gaylord is known as Vacationland!
Located on the 45th parallel, Gaylord offers easy access directly off I-75 and is truly the heart of northern Michigan. We are known for our year round diverse "All Outdoor" adventures found in the breathtaking beauty of our water (over 90 inland lakes and 5 pristine rivers) and land (miles of distinct parks, forest and trails). Our recently remodeled downtown is bursting with eclectic shops, microbrews, tasty dining options and a new vibe, while still embracing our trademark Swiss-themed architecture and friendly ambiance. Winter flurries bring enough powder to snowmobile, snowshoe, ice fish, downhill and cross country ski, and fat tire biking is hitting the scene! Your winter wonderland awaits you in Gaylord!
Need to go to town, 15 minutes and you are Downtown Gaylord with stores galore, Meijers, Walmart, Aldi, Family Fare, oh and lots of restaurants, from mom and pop shops such as Diana's Delights, Alpine Tavern to restaurants you are familiar with such as Ruby Tuesday, Applebees, Big Boys, Bob Evans, etc, list goes on and on! Gaylord is known as Vacationland!
Located on the 45th parallel, Gaylord offers easy access directly off I-75 and is truly the heart of northern Michigan. We are known for our year round diverse "All Outdoor" adventures found in the breathtaking beauty of our water (over 90 inland lakes and 5 pristine rivers) and land (miles of distinct parks, forest and trails). Our recently remodeled downtown is bursting with eclectic shops, microbrews, tasty dining options and a new vibe, while still embracing our trademark Swiss-themed architecture and friendly ambiance. Winter flurries bring enough powder to snowmobile, snowshoe, ice fish, downhill and cross country ski, and fat tire biking is hitting the scene! Your winter wonderland awaits you in Gaylord!
Meet your host
Where I went to school: Dorene: Lincoln Park; John: Allen Park
My work: Hospitality field
John and I love everything Northern Michigan has to offer—from lake life, hiking, trail riding, boating, and kayaking to snowmobiling to cozy winter escapes. We enjoy sharing our homes so families and friends can create lasting memories, Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation, or both, we hope our homes provide the perfect place to experience the beauty & charm with fresh air, and unforgettable star-filled skies that make Up North so special. We look forward to hosting you!
Dorene And John is a Superhost
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