Callahan's Goose Creek Lodge - Private Riverfront with Kayaks and Canoes! | Cabin in Grayling
3 Bedroom Cabin in Grayling
If you desire to spend some time in nature in Northern Michigan while having very comfortable accommodations, a lot of privacy, and the ability to do some kayaking, canoeing, and/or hiking onsite, you have found the spot! This is truly an amazing vacation rental property as it is an incredible combination of being in nature while still staying in very beautiful, modern, and comfortable accommodations.
Please note that the lodge is located in the middle of a jack pine forest. Jack pines are particularly susceptible to forest fires, so please be very careful with fire!
Owner Reflections:
"When we first purchased Goose Creek Lodge and walked the property the forest was covered with ferns and vegetation. Most of the trees were of the "pine" variety with some maples and oaks mixed in. Dozens of the "pines" are 100'+. It was lush and green. It was the middle of the summer 2016.
We began completing the house that had been started in 2001. When winter came, we didn't spend much time here. There was a lot of snow! When spring came in 2017, it looked like a tornado had ripped through the property. There were hundreds (no exaggeration) of trees laying on the forest floor. My first thought was - what the heck happened here? I figured that I needed to start cleaning up the 'mess'. I talked to a friend of mine who is a botanist and he told me that that is the 'nature of a Jack Pine Forest'. They are short lived trees, very brittle and they will litter the landscape. And you either love them, or hate them.
I already had a strong connection to the property and decided that I was going to love them. A small shift in perspective made a big change in my life. I started to see things for what they are, not how I thought they should be. When walking through the woods I saw one of the centennial red pine trees with woodpecker holes all over the trunk. The top was still green but many of the branches were beginning to die. I sent a photo to my friend and said we've got a really big problem here. His response - again changed my life. He said 'It's not a problem if you are the woodpecker. The tree is doing exactly what God intended'."
- Kevin Callahan
We have a local property manager who lives in the area. He checks guests into the lodge in person and is available to address any issues that may arise.
This vacation home is also perfectly situated to allow day trips to a number of other popular northern Michigan destinations:
* TRAVERSE CITY: Despite being quite deeply out in the woods, the lodge is only about 45 miles (or a 1-hour drive) from downtown Traverse City! Traverse City is the entertainment, shopping, dining, and cultural capital of northern Michigan. There is a vast array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options in Traverse City including museums, movie theaters, shopping malls, live theaters, and enough restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops to probably match whatever you are looking for!
* MACKINAC ISLAND: Mackinac Island is Michigan's treasured gem in the Mackinac Straits where the Upper and Lower Peninsulas come together. No automobiles are allowed on the island and it's necessary to take a ferry there The island is a beautiful and famous blend of history and nature. It is about a 90-minute drive to Mackinaw City, Michigan, where ferries take you on the approx. 20-minute boat ride to Mackinac Island. Leaving early in the morning allows for a great day trip to Mackinac Island and back!
* SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE: Sleeping Bear Dunes is on the opposite side of Traverse City, about a 30-minute drive from Traverse City. (Thus, it's about a 90-minute drive from the lodge to the start of the national lakeshore.) Sleeping Bear Dunes offers incredible natural beauty, majestic overlooks of Lake Michigan, miles upon miles of nature trails, pristine beaches on Lake Michigan, and great family fun going tubing, kayaking, and/or canoeing down the Platte River, which flows through the park out to Lake Michigan. It's possible to spend multiple days exploring the park or you can easily just take a day trip to the park, perhaps even adding on a driving tour along M22 around the Leelanau Peninsula going through the various cute little beach towns on Lake Michigan that are dotted around the outside of Leelanau County.
Guests have access to the entire 13.5 acres of property including the lodge, three-quarters of a mile of private hiking / ATV / snowmobile trails, a deck on the river, 4 adult kayaks, a child's kayak, a canoe, and 2 outdoor fire hearths for safe bonfires!
This vacation rental home is situated on 13.5 private acres of jack pine forest in northern Michigan. The property extends to Goose Creek, which is a beautiful, serene, and slow-moving creek that eventually flows into the Manistee River. The creek is great for kayaking and canoeing and the slow speed of the water allows guests to easily paddle either upstream or downstream on the creek. Don't have a canoe or kayak? Four adult kayaks, a child's kayak, and a canoe are included with the rental! The kayaks and canoe are located at a private deck on Goose Creek that is on the property and the kayaks and canoe can be easily moved in and out of the water using the deck. There are also three-quarters of a mile of private trails on the property for hiking, ATV riding, and/or snowmobiling! In addition to the private trails on the property, the vacation lodge is located close to a wide variety of public hiking, ATV, and snowmobiling trails in the area.
In terms of the vacation lodge itself, it features three bedrooms (two on the second floor and one on the first floor), two full bathrooms (one on each floor), two living rooms (one on each floor), a gorgeous kitchen, a dining area, and a covered garage. The lodge also has a second story deck that faces Goose Creek and a first floor patio below the deck, also facing Goose Creek. There are even two gas grills: one on the second floor deck and one on the first floor patio! The lodge also includes two outdoor fire hearths for having outdoor fires with s'mores! (Note that jack pines are particularly susceptible to forest fires, so outdoor fires are only permitted in the outdoor fire hearths that are provided.)
Inside the vacation lodge, the lodge has modern amenities to provide wonderful comfort year-round while relaxing in the beautiful nature of northern Michigan. The lodge has a gas forced-air furnace for staying warm in the winter as well as air-conditioning for staying cool in the summer. The vacation home has a television with satellite television service and a DVD player on the second floor and a Smart TV on the first floor. WiFi is also included. The kitchen is very modern and includes an electric range, refrigerator, microwave, and a dishwasher. There is also a laundry room with a washer and dryer. The vacation home is beautifully decorated throughout with a lovely nature theme.
It is recommended that guests have their own vehicle.
Callahan's Goose Creek Lodge - Private Riverfront with Kayaks and Canoes! is located in Grayling. Callahan's Goose Creek Lodge - Private Riverfront with Kayaks and Canoes! provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, among other amenities. This Cabin features Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Callahan's Goose Creek Lodge - Private Riverfront with Kayaks and Canoes! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 2 persons. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Grayling has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Grayling, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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2 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Shower/tub combination
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Towels provided
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Coffee/tea maker
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Dishwasher
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Kitchen island
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Microwave
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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Canoe on site
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Canoeing nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Hiking/biking trails on site
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DVD player
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)
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English
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Spanish
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In a rural location
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On the river
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On the waterfront
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Gas grill
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Patio
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Carbon monoxide detector
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector
Policies
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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
Reviews
FAQ's
Is this Grayling cabin pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Grayling cabin have a swimming pool?
No, this Grayling cabin does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Grayling cabin?
Best-rates for the Grayling cabin starts from $448 per night with includes TV, View, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Air Conditioner with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Grayling cabin a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cabin Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Grayling cabin wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Grayling cabin has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Grayling cabin?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Grayling cabin indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Grayling cabin?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
