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Relaxing, family retreat!!

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Hillman, MI
  • Popular LocationBrush Creek Mill15 min drive
  • Popular LocationClear Lake State Park27 min drive
  • AirportAlpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)41 min drive
  • Popular LocationOcqueoc Falls56 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 7
960 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 bunk bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    No shower or bathtub

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relaxing, family retreat!!

Gorgeous PRIVATE waterfront setting on Beaver Lake. Wonderfully maintained, clean, up-north cottage with 2 bdrms, sleeper sofa, 1 1/2 baths, washer and dryer, large deck, propane grill, outdoor hot tub and fire-pit. The detached garage provides a heated bunk room that can sleep 2. Also included is a paddle boat and all fishing equipment needed. Very close to the swimming and boating lakes Avalon, Long Lake and Ess Lake, ORV and snowmobile trails. Adjacent to thousands of acres of state land for hunting and hiking.

Property manager

Robert Tyler

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 960 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Be aware of outdoor animals with smaller pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Relaxing Family Retreat House Hillman
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Relaxing Family Retreat!!
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About the neighborhood

Hillman

Located in Hillman, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Brush Creek Mill and Elowsky Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Clear Lake State Park and Stevens Twin Sinks Preserve.
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What's nearby

  • Brush Creek Mill - 15 min drive
  • Clear Lake State Park - 27 min drive
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 56 min drive
  • Garland - 58 min drive
  • Onaway State Park - 64 min drive

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chauncey's Pub - 15 min drive
  • Subway - 17 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 14 min drive
  • Jimmers Hi-Way Bar - 15 min drive
  • Lickety Splits - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing, family retreat!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Relaxing, family retreat!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing, family retreat!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing, family retreat!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Brush Creek Mill and within 20 mi (32 km) of Clear Lake State Park and Stevens Twin Sinks Preserve. Elowsky Mill and River's Edge Golf Club are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 143 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Quiet and Relaxing!
Kitchen had every tool, grill was awesome. Hot tub, was great to watch the stars. Only thing I would have asked is a heads up on the neighbors letting their dogs run free. Beyond that, perfect stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We have stayed here twice now and just absolutely love it! Clean and cozy. The hot tub is a big plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent rental in a beautiful part of the state
Made good use of all of the amenities of the cabin including the hot tub, paddle boat, fishing rods, grill, fire pit, and kitchen utensils. Probably the first ones to turn on the furnace for the season as well and it kicked out heat in a hurry. Would strongly consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!
Beautiful property on the lake! Fishing out of the paddle boat was such a blast! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Nice
Will stay here again. Super nice and private and quiet. Great “Up North” decor. Hot tub and stargazing was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
The property was very clean. I had a very good time. Anything that you can imagine you need was provided. Hot tub is the best. Highly recommend this place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

barb s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean cottage!
Very nice place with plenty of room and easy access to the Northern portion of Michigan. Nice view and a quiet neighborhood. I read another post that talked about the neighbors dogs but they were not a problem at all. They would bark but run away as fast as they could! LOL! Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This was a much needed trip and everything was amazing. Words can’t describe how nice it is. It’s my 2nd time going nd I’ll always be visiting this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional!
Very pleased with this clean and spacious home! Tap water and ice cubes are perfect, hot tub is grand, Wi-Fi is a bonus. Loved the fire pit and happy for the large A/C unit to keep us humidity free inside! 10 out of 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M., Livonia Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Instant serenity
The property is beautiful and so is the cottage and bunkhouse. We had so much privacy it felt like our own little lake. If you like birds you will not be disappointed, we identified several species we have never seen before. It is very well kept, with nice furniture, appliances, and outdoor areas. Total Chef's kitchen for cooking and nice dining area. The artwork and finishing touches like carved light covers, lamps made from tree roots with wooden shades, and big chunky log bed frames. We were instantly at peace at this property, so quiet and serene you can't help but enjoy letting go of all the day to day worries and just be there. The paddle boat is challenging for one person and the lake level was fairly low. A kayak would be a better vessel for this lake in my opinion. Fantastic fire circle complete with a S'mores kit that we thoroughly enjoyed. We didn't fish but it has everything you need except for a license and bait. This cottage is a very good value for a more rural setting. We visited the Twin Stevens and Bruski Sinks. Mystery Valley with earth cracks. They are geological wonders that you won't want to miss. These hosts know what they are doing and it shows in many, many ways. I highly recommend this gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023