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Relaxing, family retreat!!

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Paddle boat and fishing poles for your enjoyment!
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Horseshoes anyone!
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 789.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hillman, MI
  • Brush Creek Mill
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Clear Lake State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Ocqueoc Falls
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bunkhouse

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
Be aware of outdoor animals with smaller pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

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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Hillman, MI

What's nearby

  • Brush Creek Mill - 14 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 33 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 49 min drive - 60.0 km
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 55 min drive - 55.9 km
  • Grand Lake - 60 min drive - 79.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chauncey's Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪On Top Of The Hill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jimmers Hi-Way Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing, family retreat!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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!!?

Checkout 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 miles (32 km) of Clear Lake State Park and Stevens Twin Sinks Preserve. Turtle Lake and Elowsky Mill are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 172 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ovidiu L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

This was out 2nd time staying here, already booked again for 2026. Great, and affordable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed this home and lake for our honeymoon 5 years ago and came back to celebrate our anniversary. Both visits were amazing. The home is cozy with all the amenities and we caught plenty of bass!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place we will be back again. Very peaceful, will bring our canoe next time. Nice forced relaxed vacation. Our Westies enjoyed it as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great summer week in Northern MI

Third year in a row spending a summer week here making memories with our kids (ages 5 and 7). Thank you for the opportunity to book this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

wynne s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation!

Our family gathered at this clean, roomy, well supplied home for a few days of peaceful time away from stressful lives. Grandchildren loved the paddleboat and dock. Adults loved that location was so close to bigger fishing lakes in area. We had a wonderful time! Loved this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean, everything you need to cook a home cooked meal, including a crockpot. Us order folks couldn't use the paddle boat, too hard to dump water out of it after the rain. Nice picnic table with umbrella for the hot sunny days. We would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this gem of a property on Beaver Lake. The long private dock out to the water provides a tranquil environment to sit and relax or hop in the paddleboat and do some fishing. The Smores provided as part of our stay was a nice touch. Would stay here again on my next trip to Hillman.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very nice, clean and well maintained. It was well stocked with supplies for cooking. The bedrooms were cozy and comfortable. It is close to lots of great fishing lakes. We caught two bass in the lake on the property. The hot tub and deck were wonderful for hanging out at night. The neighbors dogs stopped by every day. They were friendly, but just be aware if you have an anxious pup of your own.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oasis

The cabin was absolutely beautiful! The lake view was stunning. Pretty much had the lake to ourselves. It was really nice to get away from the metro Detroit area and recharge. My husband and I brought our dog and she had such a blast. I would highly recommend this cabin for anyone that is looking to spend time with their family, loved ones and their dog!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable natural get away

Due to the wilderness location but very comfortable house, we convinced our adult son to join us. So much to see not far from here, but also great location to really feel away from everything. The pictures don't do it justice. If you need to get away from it all and/or love nature, can't beat this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful haven

Had a very relaxing stay at this beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little Cabin

We arrived in the midst of the hottest day of the year, with temps at 93. It would have been nice if the "bunk room" had AC, but we used the pull out bed in the couch and positioned fans strategically around the interior. The 1st night was bearable, certainly not what was desired, but we chalked it up to the adventures of cabin life! By the end of the 2nd day the temps were cooler and the cabin became comfortable. By the endo f our 4 day stay, the morning temps were in the 50's and the morning coffee was perfect on the back porch!!
The Pond was fun
Coffee on the back porch
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall getaway

This cabin was perfect! Very clean, great location.The scenery was beautiful. It has all the amenities that you would need and more. I definitely want to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, comfortable, & beautiful

This cabin is very comfortable and well supplied with everything you may need. The location is very quiet and beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay there and would recommend this cabin to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Great property and a great location. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

We had a great stay! The cottage had everything we needed. The property was very clean and we had a peaceful weekend. We enjoyed the pedal boat and the fire pit and the hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gail N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet and relaxing

Very relaxing! The owners have anticipated everything you might need! The best supplied kitchen ever.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

33 year Anniversary

This was a very Beautiful home to stay at. Everything was so nice, well maintained and great instructions for use of the place. Night sky in the peaceful hot tube was Amazing. Hope to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna N. N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fishing trip

over all house was very clean dog friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M., Canterbury, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and relaxing

We love the quiet location! Nice cabin!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and quaint

Very well maintained property, worked out great for us.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful

We had a great visit and even saw the NORTHERN LIGHTS from the backyard dock. The dock was a great place to star gaze, listen to the owls, and enjoy the little lunar eclipse. We hiked and swam at nearby Ess Lake and ClearWater State Parks. The place was clean and adorable with all the up north decor and beautiful views of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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