Cozy Bear's Den Chalet w/Hot Tub & Fire-pit close to Hiking Skiing Snowmobiling!

Leave your worries behind at this spacious and charming 3-bedroom chalet, set on a peaceful lake with a private outdoor hot tub. Just 6 miles from downtown Gaylord, this Alpine retreat is perfect for year-round family fun. Spend your days kayaking, swimming, fishing, or barbecuing on the deck, then unwind on the dock or soak in the hot tub as the sun sets over the water. Whether summer adventures or snowy getaways, this lakefront chalet is the perfect Up North escape.

The Space

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Lake Arrowhead at this newer, cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath chalet with breathtaking views from the floor-to-ceiling wall of windows. Stay cool with central A/C in summer, and cozy in winter with the wood stove. Just minutes from golf, hiking, and biking trails, and only 6 miles from downtown Gaylord, this chalet is perfectly located for four-season adventure. After a day outdoors, relax with a BBQ on the deck, stargazing by the fire pit, or soaking in the private hot tub.

Kitchen & Dining

Fully equipped kitchen with newer appliances

Cookware, bakeware, utensils, spices, dishware & flatware

Dining table for 6 upstairs

Walkout basement with additional dining table for 4

Kitchen linens provided

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Master Bedroom (Upstairs): Queen bed + private full bath with shower/tub

Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen bed

Bedroom 3 (Main Floor): Queen bed + bunk (2 twins) + single twin – perfect kids’ room!

Bathroom 2 (Main Floor): Full bath with shower/tub

All linens, pillows, blankets, towels & washcloths provided

Entertainment & Comfort

High-speed WiFi throughout

Living Room: 60" Smart Samsung TV (200+ live channels & streaming)

Basement: 36" HD TV with Fire Stick, pool table, couches & card table

Wood stove for guest use (bring your own firewood)

Lake Life & Outdoor Fun

Private sandy beach with 4 kayaks, paddles & life jackets

Large deck facing the lake with patio dining & propane BBQ grill (extra tank included)

Year-round hot tub overlooking the water

Dock for fishing or swimming (bass, perch, pike, bluegill & more)

Lakeside fire pit with chairs (bring firewood)

Crystal-clear waters perfect for fishing & paddling

Nearby Adventures

Downtown Gaylord (6 miles): dining, shopping & the Alpine Village charm

Golf: 25+ courses within 15–20 minutes, including championship courses

Hiking/Biking: Endless nearby trails for all ages and skill levels

Elk Viewing: Behind Jay’s Sporting Goods

Day Trips: Petoskey (35 min), Traverse City (45 min), Mackinaw City (1 hr), Boyne Mountain (25 min)

Winter Wonderland

180+ inches of annual snowfall in Michigan’s Snow Belt

Snowmobiling: Ride straight from the chalet to DNR Trail #4 (no trailering!)

Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing & nearby ski hills

4WD/AWD strongly recommended in winter

Association Amenities (Walking Distance / Small Fee)

Summer: Heated outdoor pool, pickleball, basketball, playground

Year-Round Clubhouse: Indoor pool, hot tub, fitness area & game courts (set up in advance, approx. $10/person/day, paid onsite)

Rainy Day & Family Fun

Bowling, cinema, Otsego County Sportsplex (swim & skate), Call of the Wild Museum, Energy Outlet Playground, mini golf, go-karts & more

Birdwatcher’s paradise: Bald eagles, loons, ducks, hummingbirds, pileated woodpeckers

Spring: Morel mushroom hunting right in the nearby woods

Things to Note

Stairs: Chalet has stairs to entry & 3 levels inside (built-in stair-master!)

Parking: Space for up to 3 vehicles. Trailers must be approved in advance. Overflow parking available at private association lot with lights & cameras (please ask).

Whether you’re here for summer sunsets, snowy adventures, or fall colors, The Bear’s Den Chalet is your perfect Up North getaway.