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Relax at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"

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Beach
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, foosball, table tennis
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8106 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Grayling, MI
  • Popular LocationAuSable Artisan Village9 min drive
  • Popular LocationHanson Hills Recreation Area9 min drive
  • Popular LocationAu Sable River19 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)67 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.

Relax at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"

Come enjoy the spacious Hilltop Cottage located near the gorgeous Lake Margrethe! Conveniently located 2 walking blocks from the waters edge and close to snowmobile and ORV trails, this cottage has everything needed for a great up-north getaway. Snowmobile trails are less than a 1/4 mile away! Snowmobile from the front door to the trails, or from the trailhead nearby. Road end lake access, as well as 1.2 miles from the only public boat launch and state park on the lake.

Located on a secluded road end, this cottage allows privacy for all group types. This cottage is set up for your convenience. Rental includes towels, bedding, kitchen equipment, etc. for a simple stay away from home.
All three queen size beds are Sealy Posturepedic pillow tops, making for an amazing night of sleep!

We are working on remodeling the 1970's era finished downstairs with new furniture. It currently has one bedroom (with queen bed) and 1 bathroom. There is also a pool table, foosball table, air hockey, and table tennis. A small bar (sadly not stocked) is also located downstairs. We find that many guest enjoy hanging out down there after a full day of play. The downstairs is a walkout, and is also a great space to enter from the backyard and leave snowmobile suits and gear.

Guest have access to the entire house and yard. Fire pit area in the back yard with some fire wood supplied (enough to start your fire). Large picnic table located out there year-round. No separate seating provided out there during the winter mounts. 8 chairs provided during summer months, but stored up near house. Grill on the back deck May-October.

Property manager

Brenda Challender

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1140 sq ft (106 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50/pet refundable deposit. Limit 2 dogs

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hilltop Cottage Your Upnorth Getaway Lake Margrethe House
Hilltop Cottage Your Upnorth Getaway Lake Margrethe Grayling
Hilltop Cottage Your Upnorth Getaway Lake Margrethe
Hilltop Cottage You Up North Getaway Lake Margrethe 4 Bed/ House
Hilltop Cottage Your Upnorth Getaway Near Lake Margrethe
Hilltop Cottage You Up North Getaway Lake Margrethe Pet Friendly
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Hilltop Cottage Your Upnorth Getaway Near Lake Margrethe
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About the neighborhood

Grayling

Located in Grayling, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Huron-Manistee National Forest and North Higgins Lake State Park, while Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • AuSable Artisan Village - 9 min drive
  • Hanson Hills Recreation Area - 9 min drive
  • Rayburn Property Trail - 10 min drive
  • Au Sable River - 19 min drive
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rolling Oak Brewery Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paddle Hard Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!" pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!" located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Hanson Hills Recreation Area, Wakeley Lake, and Grayling Country Club. Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H., Oakwood, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys Sxs/Atv Weekend
Place was just as described. Was close to the trailhead and worked out perfectly for what we needed for a long weekend of riding. Had a great time and plan to come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and home!
The house was extremely clean and the view was spectacular! Exactly what we were hoping for plus more! Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazingly relaxing
We had such an amazing time. The house was warm and cozy. Our boys had a great time in the basement with all the games, mostly the pool table. So much so if we went and did something they couldn't wait to get back at it. We all had a fantastic time and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun winter getaway
Quiet location (in the winter at least). It was great having the games in the basement and being able to bring our dog. Great water pressure, warm house, comfy beds. Hostess was very responsive as well. Would definitely keep on our list of houses to return to.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend
The cottage was just as described- cozy, clean. A great base location for our winter activities vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blondie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This home was clean, spacious, and set up with two different entrance/exits if some of your party wanted to come and go without bothering anyone else. Tons of movies downstairs although I would have liked to have had some type of regular cable down there as well for football, hockey, or whatever sports teams were playing. We ended up getting snowed in for an extra day and it was no problem adding on that extra day. The property manager was very polite and easy to get ahold of as we lost power one day because of the weather and they had a crew out of fix it within an hour! Home has everything you could possibly want. The kitchen was stocked with everything you need to cook all your meals. Washer and dryer was also included. This home could sleep 10 very comfortably. 3 bed one full bath upstairs and 1 bedroom full bath downstairs plus a pull out couch. I forgot to mention the pool table, along with air hockey and ping pong table. It's centrally located in beautiful Grayling close to town which has very quaint restaurants and cute little shops for souvenirs. Close to the trails for summer and winter play on the machines. We will definitely stay many more times and I highly recommend this beautiful place for a vacation, retreat or just a long weekend! Super comfy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kacy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Retreat
We loved the home it was perfect including the basement. Was a cozy stay inside since the weather did not cooperate.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great as always
Prime location for all activities. Quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

Great hosts!
Great location with great neighbors. Very impressed with the wonderful communication, response time and kindess of the hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B., Clarklake, MI 49234

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
This was our third stay at Hilltop Cottage. Every time we have really enjoyed ourselves. The owners are very friendly. Very clean and the beds are comfortable. A great home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023