Nestled by the tranquil shores of Mullett Lake, Smith Family Cottages - Cottage #2 offers a serene retreat. Explore downtown Topinabee's cafe, market, bar, and local restaurant just a short walk away or bring your bikes to enjoy miles of maintained trails on the North Central Trail. Inside this cozy cottage features plush seating in a wood-panelled living area with charming rustic decor.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Lake view
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About this property
Charming lakefront cottage with large yard, dock, & fire pit - close to downtown
Smith Family Cottages - Cottage #2
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Nestled by the tranquil shores of Mullett Lake, this charming cottage offers breathtaking views of the lake and an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts in search of an unforgettable nature retreat.
Perfectly located just a short walk from downtown Topinabee, you can find a cafe, a market, a bar, and a local restaurant to sample. The North Central Trail is located just steps from the cottages. Bring your bikes and walking shoes to enjoy miles of maintained trails. You'll also be a short drive to Indian River (six miles) and Cheboygan (13 miles). Within 35 miles, you can reach popular tourist destinations in Mackinaw City, Mackinac Island and ferry, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs.
Inside you’ll feel right at home in the cozy, wood-panelled living area featuring plush seating and charming, rustic decor. Snuggle up with a good book on the sofa or play card games at the table. A full kitchen hosts modern appliances and everything you need to create delicious home-cooked meals with ease. Or have a barbecue while soaking up some sun with friends! After dinner, relax on the shared dock during sunset or gather around the firepit for s’mores under the stars. Please note that this property does not have A/C.
This property can be rented together with Smith Family Cottages- Lake House, Smith Family Cottages- Cottage #1, and Smith Family Cottages - Cottage #3 as Smith Family Cottages to accommodate larger groups..
Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. There is no television in this home. This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Security camera details: One camera points the shared yard.
Dock details: Two large docks to share between the four cottages. Four moorings (one for each cottage).
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
In a rural location
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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 and a first aid kit
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming lakefront cottage with large yard, dock, & fire pit - close to downtown pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming lakefront cottage with large yard, dock, & fire pit - close to downtown?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming lakefront cottage with large yard, dock, & fire pit - close to downtown?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming lakefront cottage with large yard, dock, & fire pit - close to downtown located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mullett Lake and Mullett Township Library. Melvin Family Hiking and Biking Trails is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa M.
16 July 2024
Great location!
The lake view, location and swimming area is amazing!
Melissa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matt B.
10 July 2024
Wonderful stay. Great location on Mullet with endless outdoor activities.
Very cute property with amazing views overlooking Mullet Lake.
Matt B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Suzanne H.
18 September 2024
Yellow cottage on the lake
Location was great--convenient to everything we wanted to see--Indian River Marina, Mullet Lake, North Central State Trail in the backyard, Mackinaw City. Very cozy feeling.
Kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom lighting weren't the best.
There is some definitive noise from the road, running the fan helped to cover it.
Water depth off the dock is not good fishing, but the dock was nice for swimming, enjoying a cup of coffee.
Overall a nice place!
Suzanne H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
wendy s.
10 July 2025
Great little cabin!
Private and quiet with a beautiful view of the lake.
Very peaceful and pleasant surroundings. Will most likely stay again.
Richard K.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sara E.
7 July 2025
Cute rustic cabin
Cabin was small and rustic but cute with a decent view of the lake. Can't tie to the dock except to load/unload which we wish we'd have known prior to booking. Very limited parking especially if you have a boat trailer.
Sara E.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
David M.
16 August 2024
good location but the cottage very small with no AC
Good location but the cottage very small with no AC or TV
David M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Deborah V.
10 July 2025
Misleading - ruined our trip
Planned a great trip up north boating… false advertising and absolutely misleading. No resolution as of this review. Ended up at a hotel for our stay. RUN!
Deborah V.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Jo W.
22 July 2025
Great location, poor amenities
The location, Lake, dock and view were all wonderful. However, the amenities in the cottage were not up to par. The mattresses were extremely soft, the bed linens were extremely scratchy and uncomfortable, the towels were poor. We could tell from the pictures that the furniture would be old, but the pull out was not even functional. It closed up when you laid on it and you had to sleep on it backwards to prevent it from collapsing. There was absolutely zero padding, and you could feel the spring straight through. My teenage son opted to sleep on the floor instead of use the pullout. So the cabin does not sleep 6 as advertised.