Sunshine at the Beacon: Wiggins Lake Winter Retreat | Snowmobile Trails Nearby

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"Great property. Quiet yet close to town."
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8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this house rental

SUNSHINE AT THE BEACON
SLEEPS: 8
BEDROOMS: 2 bedrooms and a loft(3rd bedroom)
BATHROOMS: 1.5
*LAKEFRONT- on all sports Wiggins Lake
*OPEN YEAR-ROUND
*CANOE, ROWBOAT, KAYAKS for use Memorial Day to Labor Day
*There are 3 exterior cameras on property to monitor lawn and snow maintenance

Sunshine at the Beacon is a year-round lakefront retreat on all-sports Wiggins Lake in Gladwin, Michigan. This bright and welcoming home sleeps up to eight guests and offers the perfect mix of relaxation and play, with swimming from the dock, a fire-pit for evenings by the water, and beautiful lake views in every season. Inside, enjoy cozy sleeping spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, fast WiFi, and entertainment for all ages—including a classic arcade game, giant Connect 4, and board games. Whether you're soaking up summer sunshine or enjoying a peaceful winter getaway, Sunshine at the Beacon is a comfortable home base for making lasting memories.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: There is central air conditioning.

ATV's: Not allowed on property.

Bathrooms:
Primary bathroom: Tub, Shower, Sink, Toilet
1/2 bath: Sink and toilet

Beach/Swimming: There is swimming from the dock

Bedroom Configurations:
Primary: Queen
Second: Queen
Loft Area: 2 Full beds

Boats: There is a canoe, a rowboat, a 2 single person kayaks, and 1- 2 person Kayak and assorted life jackets, available from Memorial Day to Labor Day for guest use.

Boat Launch: There is a boat launch less than a mile away.

Cable: No.

Cell Phone Service: Verizon and all major carriers work well in the space.

Coffee Maker: A 12 cup coffee maker is available for guest use. Filters and coffee provided

Distances:
Snowmobile Trail Head - LP655- 17 min/11.6 miles (Parking off of Meredith Grade Rd)
Gladwin County Recreation Area: 1 mile, Trails, walking, biking, dog friendly, cross-country skiing, Cedar River
Saganing Eagles Landing Casino: 47 min drive/38.6 miles
Traverse City: 1hr 54 min drive/103 miles
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: 2 hr 9 min drive/120 miles
Mackinac Bridge: 2 hr drive/139 miles

Dock: There is a 4 foot long dock available to use from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 10 steps down to the dock.

Drinking Water: Well water at the property. There is a filtered water dispenser on the refrigerator.

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fire-pit: There is a fire-pit for guest use.

Fishing: Anglers may catch Pike, Walleye, Perch, Rock Bass, and Sunfish in Wiggins Lake.

Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.

Fishing Poles: Please bring your own. Poles are not provided.

Games: There are three arcade game counsels at the property-- Ms Pacman/Galaga, Space invaders & Mortal Kombatt II

Golf: Gladwin Heights Golf Course is nearby

Grill: There is a propane gas grill

Grocery Store: Family Fare Grocery is 3.2 miles away

Handicap Friendly: No

Heat: Forced air furnace - thermostat at hallway between bedrooms

Hunting: Not on property

Internet/WIFI: Spectrum 500 mbps

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, bath towels, and beach towels.

Parking: There is room for 4 cars and 2 trailers

Pets: No pets allowed at the property.

Privacy: There are neighbors directly next door.

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.

Special Features: There is a giant Connect 4 game, and a Ms. Pacman/Galaga arcade type video game, Cornhole, Giant Jenga set, and board games to enjoy.

Seniors: Seniors are welcome, but there are steps to navigate the property.

Televisions:
Living Room: 85" television plus DVD player with DVD library (Cabinet across from TV)
Basement: 50" television
Screenhouse: 65"television for use Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Beach towels provided as well!

Washer and Dryer: Yes there is a washer and a dryer for guest use.

Wood: Not provided.

Amenities

Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Parking Available
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Washer/dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
No pets allowed
Oven
Stove
Waterfront
Bath or shower
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Towels
Linens
Dining table
Hairdryer
Fire extinguisher

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Ratings and reviews

9 / 10
Outstanding(2 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Great property. Quiet yet close to town.
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2026
This is such a beautiful home and great place for our family to vacation. The area is so nice, great lake for kayaking, fishing, or just relaxing. Its so quiet there! A real nice getaway. The service provided when questions came up was fantastic too! We had the smoke alarms go off twice in the middle of the night and they answered the phone during that late night hour and came the next afternoon. Our family's only dislike was the lack of beach area to get to the water. There are no clear pictures on the website either so we didnt know what to expect. There is a stone wall to climb over to get to the water, which makes getting a kayak in problematic. The shoreline is also unkept which was odd for such a nice home. Id suggest working on the lawn, it has some potholes, and the shoreline next. We loved every thing else about this place. Thank you for allowing us to make more beautiful memories with our family!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sunshine at the Beacon: Wiggins Lake Winter Retreat | Snowmobile Trails Nearby. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sunshine at the Beacon: Wiggins Lake Winter Retreat | Snowmobile Trails Nearby pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Sunshine at the Beacon: Wiggins Lake Winter Retreat | Snowmobile Trails Nearby?

We found 29 amenities for this rental. This includes free parking, air conditioning, non-smoking, tv, and heating.


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