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Lake Avalon House “The Starting Dock” 3Bed 3Bath, Optional Pontoon Boat Rental
Waterfront holiday home in Hillman with kitchen
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Reviews
10 out of 10 
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Hillman, MI
- Place, Brush Creek Mill11 min drive
 - Place, Clear Lake State Park29 min drive
 - Place, Ocqueoc Falls42 min drive
 - Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)31 min drive
 
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Living Room 2
1 Queen Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Lake Avalon House “The Starting Dock” 3Bed 3Bath, Optional Pontoon Boat Rental
Summary:
**Newly remodeled, top-to-bottom**
  
Welcome to ‘The Starting Dock’, cottage on Lake Avalon.
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom, Sleeps 12
Pontoon Boat Rental Available for additional fee. Message owner for more details.
Relax with the whole family in this beautifully appointed Lake Avalon house, a relaxing retreat on the water. A private getaway on the north shore of crystal-clear, sandy-bottom, Lake Avalon. Indoor and outdoor living spaces, gorgeous views, and 70 ft of private water frontage.
The Space:
This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cottage is tucked in its own private valley surrounded by trees that provide lots of shade over the second-story deck off the kitchen and living room, while the southern exposure provides great sun on the decks overlooking the water and the private dock access to the lake. The lower level walks out to a intimate patio offering a cozy place to curl up day or night, with the same great water views.
Kayaks and paddleboards are provided for hours of fun in the sun. Wifi and streaming services are available on all TVs. Fully appointed kitchen and all linens and towels supplied. Just bring your bathing suits and sunglasses to enjoy your new home away from home.
- Public boat launch available.
- Walk to the A-Frame party store for ice cream.
- 20-minute drive to Alpena shopping, restaurants, and shipwreck museum.
- 80-minute drive to Mackinaw
Sorry, no pets are allowed.
House and sleeping details - floor plans are provided in the photos.
The main level has a living room, and a fully appointed kitchen with a large island with seating on both sides for prepping and gathering. The living room has a queen sofa bed. The kitchen and living room walk out to a large deck with plenty of seating for outdoor eating. The first floor also offers a bedroom (queen), full bathroom, and laundry room with a washer and dryer.
The second-story has a half bathroom and two bedrooms with lake views. The first bedroom has a Queen bed with a twin trundle. The second bedroom has twin-over-full bunk bed and twin trundle bed.
The lower-level has a full bathroom and living space with a wet bar, beverage fridge and freezer, large table, and another queen sofa bed. The lower-level walks out to a private covered patio. Cozy up to the gas fire table with beautiful views even when the weather isn’t at its best.
Multiple outdoor decks offer options for sun-lovers and shade-seekers alike. Solo fire pit for s’more and campfire stories.
The house has beds for beds for 13 if some are kids. It more comfortably sleeps 10 if all are adults.
2 Queen beds
2 Queen sofa beds - with new memory foam mattresses
2 twin trundle beds
1 twin-over-full bunk bed
Guest Access:
The entire private house and property including lake frontage and dock.
Interaction with Guests:
I can be reached by text or phone if you need anything during your stay.
**Newly remodeled, top-to-bottom**
Welcome to ‘The Starting Dock’, cottage on Lake Avalon.
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom, Sleeps 12
Pontoon Boat Rental Available for additional fee. Message owner for more details.
Relax with the whole family in this beautifully appointed Lake Avalon house, a relaxing retreat on the water. A private getaway on the north shore of crystal-clear, sandy-bottom, Lake Avalon. Indoor and outdoor living spaces, gorgeous views, and 70 ft of private water frontage.
The Space:
This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cottage is tucked in its own private valley surrounded by trees that provide lots of shade over the second-story deck off the kitchen and living room, while the southern exposure provides great sun on the decks overlooking the water and the private dock access to the lake. The lower level walks out to a intimate patio offering a cozy place to curl up day or night, with the same great water views.
Kayaks and paddleboards are provided for hours of fun in the sun. Wifi and streaming services are available on all TVs. Fully appointed kitchen and all linens and towels supplied. Just bring your bathing suits and sunglasses to enjoy your new home away from home.
- Public boat launch available.
- Walk to the A-Frame party store for ice cream.
- 20-minute drive to Alpena shopping, restaurants, and shipwreck museum.
- 80-minute drive to Mackinaw
Sorry, no pets are allowed.
House and sleeping details - floor plans are provided in the photos.
The main level has a living room, and a fully appointed kitchen with a large island with seating on both sides for prepping and gathering. The living room has a queen sofa bed. The kitchen and living room walk out to a large deck with plenty of seating for outdoor eating. The first floor also offers a bedroom (queen), full bathroom, and laundry room with a washer and dryer.
The second-story has a half bathroom and two bedrooms with lake views. The first bedroom has a Queen bed with a twin trundle. The second bedroom has twin-over-full bunk bed and twin trundle bed.
The lower-level has a full bathroom and living space with a wet bar, beverage fridge and freezer, large table, and another queen sofa bed. The lower-level walks out to a private covered patio. Cozy up to the gas fire table with beautiful views even when the weather isn’t at its best.
Multiple outdoor decks offer options for sun-lovers and shade-seekers alike. Solo fire pit for s’more and campfire stories.
The house has beds for beds for 13 if some are kids. It more comfortably sleeps 10 if all are adults.
2 Queen beds
2 Queen sofa beds - with new memory foam mattresses
2 twin trundle beds
1 twin-over-full bunk bed
Guest Access:
The entire private house and property including lake frontage and dock.
Interaction with Guests:
I can be reached by text or phone if you need anything during your stay.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM 
Minimum age to rent: 18 
Check out before 11:00 AM 
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17 
Events
No events allowed 
Pets
No pets allowed 
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted 
Important information
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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
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 
About the area
Hillman
Located in Hillman, this holiday home is 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. 

Hillman, MI
What's nearby
- Brush Creek Mill - 11 min drive - 12.0 km
 - Clear Lake State Park - 29 min drive - 28.7 km
 - Ocqueoc Falls - 42 min drive - 55.2 km
 - Garland - 56 min drive - 75.2 km
 - West Twin Lake - 59 min drive - 78.5 km
 
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chauncey's Pub - 11 min drive
 - On Top Of The Hill - 11 min drive
 - Jacques Restaurant - 9 min drive
 - Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
 - Subway - 12 min drive
 
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Mary
Why they chose this property
We are from Hillman and purchased this property to vacation and enjoy Lake Avalon with our family.  Lake Avalon is our happy place, but unfortunately, our busy lives won't allow us to stay there full-time.  So we are excited to share our little piece of heaven with others when we can't use it.  We are fully updating and renovating the house, and hope that all of our guests will love it as much as we do!
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