Waterfront Saginaw Bay Retreat w/Grill & Yard! | Cottage in Fairgrove

9.6 (28 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Gilford Cottage | Waterfront Saginaw Bay Retreat w/Grill & Yard!

3 Bedroom Cottage in Gilford, Fairgrove

Dog Friendly w/ Fee (Max 2) | Lakefront Yard w/ Sandy Area | Inflatable Kayak & Standup Paddleboard
Enjoy a lakefront vacation at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Fairgrove vacation rental cottage. Located at the end of the Quanicassee River and the entrance to Saginaw Bay, ‘Anchors Away’ is a haven for fishing fanatics and features all the comforts of home, including a well-equipped kitchen and stunning views. Head to nearby Bay City for riverfront fun, dining, and beach days at Bay City State Park.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 full bunk beds (top bunks only for children)
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Bay access, beach toys
- Yard, deck, gas grill
- Boat dock, 2 children's life vests & 4 adult life vests
- Fire pit (wood not provided)
INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs
- Fireplace
- Board games
KITCHEN
- Electric stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher
- Coffee maker, toaster, blender, Crockpot
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, spices
- Paper towels, trash bags
- Dining table, breakfast bar w/ seating
GENERAL
- Free WiFi (streaming friendly)
- Keyless entry
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans
- Linens & towels, washer & dryer, laundry detergent, iron & board
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM)
- 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home
- Step-free entry via ramp
- 2 bedrooms & full bathroom on 1st floor
PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Saginaw Bay on-site
- 1 mile to Lindy's Landing
- 2 miles to Boat Ramp
- 9 miles to Quanicassee Wildlife Area
- 13 miles to Riverwalk Pier: kayaking, boating, swimming, water sports, fishing
- 26 miles to MBS International Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM-7:00 AM
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home features step-free entry via ramp and 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom on the 1st floor
- The top bunks are only suitable for children due to weight limitations
- This property runs on a septic system, thus it is critical no items (feminine products, floss, food, toys, etc) other than toilet paper be flushed down the toilet. Additionally, no food or oil should be put down the sink
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is a Ring doorbell camera on the front porch facing the front exterior entry. Camera 2 is on the back of the home facing the deck/dock. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when motion is detected

Waterfront Saginaw Bay Retreat w/Grill & Yard! is located in Gilford. Waterfront Saginaw Bay Retreat w/Grill & Yard! provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, TV, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Cottage features Balcony/Terrace, TV, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Waterfront Saginaw Bay Retreat w/Grill & Yard! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. 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 Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, 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. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Gilford has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Gilford, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)
  • German
  • Spanish
  • French
  • English
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay
  • On the lake
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Internet access
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Note from host: a maximum of 2 pets are allowed. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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

Stacey D.
Jun 15, 2025 11:08:47 PM
Review Score:   8
Summary: This house was very clean and well equipped with beautiful views. Be aware there is not on site water access for kayaking or paddle boarding. Overall, we very much enjoyed our visit.
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