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Relaxing, family retreat!!

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3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
On the shores of Beaver Lake, experience a serene getaway at this charming up-north cottage. With an outdoor hot tub and fire-pit on the large deck, unwind in style while enjoying water activities like paddle boating or fishing with provided equipment.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 789 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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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 amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot 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

  • 1.5 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat

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

  • Unit size: 960 square feet

Policies

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

Events

No events allowed

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
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
Relaxing Family Retreat House
Relaxing Family Retreat Hillman
Relaxing Family Retreat
Relaxing Family Retreat!!
Relaxing, Family Retreat
Relaxing, Family Retreat!! Cottage
Relaxing, Family Retreat!! Hillman
Relaxing, Family Retreat!! Cottage Hillman

About the neighborhood

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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
  • ‪Jacques Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 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!!?

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. Turtle Lake and Elowsky Mill are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Relaxing, family retreat!! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 172 reviews
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

Reviews

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Adalin S.

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

Winter Stay

This place was absolutely beautiful even through a snow storm! Had exactly what everyone needed and plenty of space!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony K.

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

Peaceful and Private

Great location, surrounded by nature. Very nice cottage. Only two other cottages on Beaver lake. The cottage is clean and well supplied.

10/10 Excellent

Eric O.

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

Relaxing Getaway

The place was idyllic and peaceful -- just what we were looking for in a quiet holiday family retreat. There was plenty of kitchenware, towels, and linens for us for a few days. Hot tub was excellent and wifi was quick. It snowed about 4-6" over the first day we were there, and our car had trouble cresting the hilly gravel driveway with all the snow. But that's just our car, which doesn't have 4-wheel drive. Would love to see the space in the summer months!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed H.

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

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

Kurt B.

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

Great Lication!

This rental was perfect for making a couple of day trips and relaxing when we stayed there. We went to Mackinac Island one day and to the eastern coast for touring lighthouses. When staying at the property, the hot tub, lake and fire pit made for an extremely relaxing vacation. We had a great time and hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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

Paul H.

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

Great Stay!

The cottage is just as advertised. This is our second fall staying. We take a yearly fall trip to play disc golf at Clear Lake park. The kitchen is fully stocked, beds and furniture are comfy, house was clean, property is beautiful. The hot tub is nice to relax after a day of disc golfing. We will be back again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci T., Birch Run

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

Very beautiful area / super clean cabin

Very nice area. Family coming from out of town and needed more room so rented this place also to accommodate and it was right around the corner . Super clean place. Loved the hot tub. Serene property. Thanks so much for a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023