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Cozy cottage within walking distance to Avalon Lake!

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Terrace/patio
Beach towels
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
Smart TV, books

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Hillman, MI
  • Brush Creek Mill
    10 min drive
  • Clear Lake State Park
    24 min drive
  • Ocqueoc Falls
    50 min drive
  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    27 min drive

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Looking for a great family getaway in Northern Michigan? This place has it all!!

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (6)
The price is CA $503
per night
CA $903 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Looking for a great family getaway in Northern Michigan? This place has it all!!

About the area

Hillman

On lake.At this Hillman cottage, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Brush Creek Mill and 16 miles (25 km) of Clear Lake State Park. Turtle Lake and Stevens Twin Sinks Preserve are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Brush Creek Mill - 10 min drive
  • Clear Lake State Park - 24 min drive
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 50 min drive
  • Onaway State Park - 51 min drive
  • Garland - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charly O's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chauncey's Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jimmers Hi-Way Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy cottage within walking distance to Avalon Lake!

Enjoy one of the cleanest lakes in Michigan! .Sit on the porch enjoy the view, swim in clear water just a short walk away. Roast marshmallows at night bring your boat and fish. Avalon is an all sports lake. Morning coffee on the deck or sunroom, wifi, roku tv, grill, campfire ring, near state trails for 4-wheeling or hiking. Thunderbay Golf course is highly rated and only 5 minutes away. 30 minutes from Lake Huron. Big Mac bridge is 90 minutes away! Fun and relaxation is waiting for you. This is an older cottage that is being updated it has all you need. Just bring your clothing and groceries! Early morning risers might see deer on their morning run while late night guests may have a visit from a coon or bear! Nature is at your doorstep. Big corner lot for parking your boat or toys. Peaceful neighborhood, not far from major shopping, restaurants, golfing, swimming, fishing, or Alpena airport .Enjoy your vacation without breaking your bank account. This cottage is perfect for the family or couple. This is not for the family that is looking for a high end rental!

Property manager

Patti

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (83.6 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Be respectful of neighbors!

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Cozy cottage within walking distance to Avalon Lake! Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Connie K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Getaway Trip
We were unhappy with the mouse droppings and mold on the fridge. The spectic didn't work. The oven wasn't cleaned in a very long time. The grill hadn't been cleaned in weeks. I was charged a cleaning fee and it was not cleaned II'msensitive
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vicki D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Rustic cabin
Peaceful with nice view of lake. Read the previous reviews about mice, no mirror in bathroom (or anywhere) and comments from owner that these issues would be rectified, they were not. After our fifth night I spotted a mouse coming out of the trash can and into hole in the cabinet. I Started packing, owner refused to reimburse us for the other 5 days out of our stay. Then stated we left because of cooler weather/rain, this is why we came from FL to michigan in august to escape the heat!!!! There are a few other issues with this rustic place but i cannot list them all. Bottom line, if I wanted to live with critters i would pitch a tent!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Dana B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Warning: rustic stay with cleanliness issues
Heads up, this is a very rustic, not well kept up and not well cleaned property. Examples: sticky pots and pans, coffee maker not cleaned out from previous guest, bugs under beds and mice present. In addition there’s no microwave, a lamp was missing a lightbulb and the shower head is command hooked up and unusable unless completely showering with it in your hand. I understand this is up north and in the woods, but the holes in the walls, holes in screens and dirt/grime on walls and surfaces could be remedied and haven’t been. If you’re cool with that—go on and book.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake Avalon
We had a great time. Lake Avalon is beautiful and cottage was just a short stroll to beach access. Seems like a close, friendly community. We mostly were enjoying the outdoors for our time away but cottage had what we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay 7-21-24
The cottage was nice even though it’s going through some renovations. The bed in the purple room is amazing, I haven’t slept that well in a long time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Caiden B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent
Host communicated well. It is stated that renovations are ongoing so we expected some outdated stuff going in. Cleanliness was good. The lake was great. Clean and sandy beach areas we utilized a few times. The large amount of broken glass in the driveway that ended up in my foot, which I assume is from the missing outside glass table on the welcome paper, was quite a problem. We would have loved to grill as it is stated there is a grill available, however there was no propane tank. The mice running around is understandable because it is the country similar to where we live. However, the mice nibbles in the bread bag was unappealing. If it’s warm take a fan or two because it was quite muggy and no working fan beside the 6 inch personal fan was there. With 85 degree days it was needed so we purchased one and left with my in-laws when we left.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we expected
The process was simple, communication was easy. The walk to the water was minutes away. Very nice set up would come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Everything was very easy staying at this cute cottage. There was a Keurig coffee bar with coffee pods provided. The only minor suggestion I would have a microwave would have been useful to have. All the other necessities were provided. They also left us a couple bundles of wood and we had a nice fire in the fire pit. The lake a is just up the street and it is very nice. We have a very restful and enjoyable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness
It has the amenities you need
It has the amenities, but nothing special.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jenelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy lake cottage
Cozy little cottage with lake view just down the street. Cottage is being updated currently. However, that didn’t affect our Holiday weekend stay. Water pressure in shower works fine. You just have to switch the button if it’s slowly coming out. Handheld shower head would be better if it was mounted to the shower wall. They have bath towels but we couldn’t find any washcloths. Strong smell of stale cigarette smoke when we initially walked in. Opened the windows and sorted it out, smell seemed to disappear. Cute place with lots of potential.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage needs help
The cozy cottage was good as far as the coziness of the cottage, the room sizes, beachiness vibe and the lake view. However there are several items that need immediate attention to make my stay better. 1. Bathroom shower head needs to be changed, it had a squirt gun size release of water which was not conducive to a good shower making it difficult to rinse off. 2. The stove/oven needs to have readable nobs. You couldn't read the temperature when using the stove/oven or whether it was on or off. 3. The bathroom didn't have a mirror so you could shave, style your hair, or brish your teeth easily. These items are not expensive and can be immediately fixed and that would make future renters stay better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Shari B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hillman getaway
Quaint cottage but under construction/remodeling..would of felt more comfortable with safety features in home..no smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors...no visible fire extinguisher..but close to the beach and great price
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

KIM C., Chillicothe USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our getaway!
Perfect getaway! Clean with all the extras! Super cute!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place
Place was great nice location would definitely stay again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy
Nice cute and cozy cottage. Perfect for the weekend for what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick weekend stay
The property was just what i was looking for our weekend , very clean , afordable and nice area .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blast from the past
Several decades of colorful decor peacefully coexist in this sweet cottage straight from your best memories of childhood. A quiet neighborhood includes a couple of barking doggos but also elk bugles and loon calls. Sit by the outdoor firepit, or drink your coffee on the deck. Great communication from the host, big thick bath towels, and a sandy bottomed clear lake all make for an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023