Entire home

Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven!

Photo gallery for Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven!

A wooden deck with a metal railing, overlooking a lake with trees and a dock. - Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! (Frederic)
A house with a covered deck, a fenced balcony, and a forested background. - Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! (Frederic)
A room with a red leather chair, large glass doors leading to a deck, and a view of a lake with a dock. - Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! (Frederic)
A living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace. - Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! (Frederic)
A wooden dock leading to a house surrounded by trees. - Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! (Frederic)
Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Add dates for prices

About this property

Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven!

  • Your perfect Northern Michigan getaway awaits! Private lakefront retreat sleeps 11 across 2 homes-ideal for families, reunions, friends & large groups. The property includes a main lake house (sleeps 5) and a separate bunkhouse cabin (sleeps up to 6 guests). Wake up to gorgeous lake views and enjoy your morning coffee in peaceful surroundings, with a gentle breeze and pure serenity. Fish from the dock, kayak, swim, relax by the fire pit, or BBQ. Direct snowmobile & ORV trail access+nearby skiing.

    Entire Lakefront Retreat (Sleeps up to 11)

    This private lakefront retreat includes two separate buildings rented together, providing plenty of space, comfort, and privacy for families and groups of up to 11 guests.

    Main Lake House (Sleeps up to 5)
    2 bedrooms featuring 1 King bed, 1 Queen bed, and a sofa bed in the second bedroom
    Bright, comfortable living room with beautiful lake views
    Spacious dining area overlooking the water
    Fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to prepare meals
    Full bathroom with essential amenities
    Smart TVs for streaming your favorite shows and movies
    Piano for music lovers and family entertainment
    Dedicated workspace in the primary bedroom for remote work or studying

    Bunkhouse Cabin (Sleeps up to 6)

    2 bunk beds and 2 child-sized pull-out sofas
    Private bathroom with a shower
    Mini kitchenette with refrigerator/freezer and air fryer
    Large Smart TV, perfect for movie nights or gaming
    Large table for board games, puzzles, meals, or group activities
    Cozy cabin atmosphere ideal for kids, teens, or a second family

    Outdoor Amenities

    Complimentary kayaks
    Spacious lakefront deck with outdoor dining and seating
    BBQ grill
    Fire pit overlooking the lake
    Private dock for swimming, fishing, or docking your boat
    Large open yard for games and relaxing
    Ample parking for multiple vehicles, boats, trailers, and snowmobiles

    Guests have exclusive access to the entire property, including both the lake house and the separate bunkhouse cabin. There are no shared spaces during your stay.

    Location & Nearby Attractions

    Our location in Frederic, MI, offers guests a quiet lake escape while staying close to restaurants, shopping, and Northern Michigan adventures.

    Nearby dining options include local favorites in Frederic, Waters, and the Otsego Lake area, including casual restaurants and places to grab a meal after a day outdoors.

    Popular nearby destinations:

    Gaylord – approximately 15–20 minutes away with restaurants, shopping, golf, and year-round activities.

    Otsego Lake – nearby for additional lake activities, beaches, boating, and fishing opportunities.

    Boyne Mountain Resort – approximately 45 minutes away for skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and summer activities.

    Petoskey – about 1 hour away for waterfront views, shopping, dining, and exploring Northern Michigan.

    Traverse City – about 1 hour 15 minutes away for wineries, beaches, restaurants, and sightseeing.

    Mackinaw City – about 1 hour away for a day trip to the Straits area and access to Mackinac Island.

Similar properties

About the area

Frederic is home to this holiday home. Otsego Lake State Park and Hartwick Pines State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gaylord Discovery Center and Bavarian Falls Park. Visit our Frederic travel guide
View more Holiday homes in Frederic
Map
Frederic, MI

What's nearby

  • A cable car system with passengers, set against a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.
    Boyne Mountain
    38 min drive - 69.9 km
  • An aerial view of a turquoise sea with boats anchored near the shore.
    Torch Lake
    50 min drive - 76.7 km
  • Big Bradford Lake
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park
    8 min drive - 15.5 km
  • SkyBridge Michigan
    46 min drive - 77.5 km

Restaurants

  • Frederic Inn
    13 min drive
  • Swamp II
    13 min drive
  • Gobblers of Waters
    7 min drive
  • The Keg Bar And Grill
    6 min drive
  • Wholesome Dine-or-Dash
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven!?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! located?

Situated in Frederic, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Big Bradford Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Au Sable River and Otsego Lake. Otsego Lake State Park and Chub Lakes are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Welcome to Blue Gill Serenity!Bring your family to the charming lakeside heaven! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

4.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Beautiful house on a calm lake. Cozy home but has plenty of beds to sleep more. The amount of things to do provided by the hosts more than makes up for the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026