Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon

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4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

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Hillman, MI

Brush Creek Mill
‪10 min drive‬
Clear Lake State Park
‪28 min drive‬
Ocqueoc Falls
‪51 min drive‬
Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Family Room

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Welcome to Lake Avalon! This crystal clear lake is Michigan's best kept secret! Featured in the National Geographic as one of the cleanest lakes in the world!!! Fishing, boating, swimming or just kick back and relax. This seasonal rustic cottage has been freshly painted, has crisp a/c, has new stainless steel appliances in the kitchen and has some of the best views on the lake. Its nestled among the trees, but is only 40 steps from the water. Its beauty is unrivaled between the crystal clear waters, unbridled nature and picturesque surrises and sunsets.

The house is directly on the water with 95 feet of private lakefront footage, with a view like no other! The house, lovingly named the Treehouse, is nestled hillside in the trees with a perfect view of the lake from nearly every room in the house. Perfect for privacy and tranquility. The deck expands the length of the home and has ample seating for everyone. Sleeps up to 10, fully stocked with linens, pots, pans, Keurig coffee maker, Weber gas grill, cable TV, kayaks, canoe, paddle boat, washer/dryer, fire pit with firewood provided and optional add-on pontoon.

•Dock, 4 kayaks, a canoe, a paddleboat, a pontoon raft for the kids to jump off of all provided free with rental. •Available for rent...pontoon for $2,000 weekly. No partial rentals...sorry.
•Saturday to Saturday weekly rentals only. Check-in 4pm, check-out 11am.

****If this property is already taken for the dates you’d like or you need more space…check out our other listing which is directly across the lake. Property #3006062 (the yellow beach house). This property sleeps 15, has a/c, 2.5 baths and is $750/night.

Hillman is home to the ThunderBay Golf Resort. They offer fall color tours and elk viewing tours during the Fall months and elk drawn sleigh rides in the winter. The Treehouse is approximately 25 miles to Alpena (Lake Huron) and roughly one hour from the Mackimaw Bridge. Perfect for a day trip!

Sorry...no pets/animals allowed and NO SMOKING/VAPING!

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Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

About the area

Hillman

Located in Hillman, this cottage is 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 Turtle Lake.

Hillman, MI

What's nearby

Brush Creek Mill - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
Clear Lake State Park - 28 min drive - 24.2 km
Ocqueoc Falls - 51 min drive - 69.2 km
Garland - 53 min drive - 58.8 km
Onaway State Park - 55 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Charly O's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
‪Chauncey's Pub - ‬10 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
‪Jimmers Hi-Way Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon located?

This family-friendly Hillman cottage is located on the waterfront, 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Brush Creek Mill, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Clear Lake State Park and Turtle Lake. Port Wine Lake and Lost Lakes are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Caleb L., Farmington Hills

13 August 2023

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

Great location, beautiful lake

Lake and area is beautiful. House is decent, excellent view of the lake. Beach area is swimmable and sandy. Rented the pontoon which worked great for my group.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle R.

4 July 2022

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

Beautiful lake!

We had a very relaxing stay on this beautiful lake! We got to be the first renters at the Treehouse! We absolutely loved kayaking every morning & got to use the pontoon boat on our last day...thanks for a great start to our vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Judy R.

3 September 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great location, house is not as described.

House was poorly described and not what we expected. Infested with chipmunks running through the house leaving fecus and urine in the cabinets and on dishware. Floors in the house were soft and the deck was mismatched and not to code along with some boards that were very soft. The dock was unstable and leaning by the end of the week. The lake was amazing and sandy. We spent most of our time in the water.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

16 July 2024

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

Restful Lakefront Property

The address is actually 17569 Avalon Drive Hilman, MI. If you use the address on the listing you will be lost. Also the number for the cabin is on tree by the entrance of the driveway. We spent an hour searching for the property. There are a lot of steps to get down to the lake so anyone with issues with steps (elderly/problems with walking etc) this would not be the best place for you. The home provided all the essentials we needed to keep us comfortable. The beds were so comfortable & we all slept really well! The kitchen had plenty of dishes and pots/pans so we could cook. The cabin had games, movies, books, floaties and kayaks (we didn’t use the kayaks) but it had essentials for a family to enjoy afternoons together inside and out. Towels and linens were provided which was wonderful! My kids LOVED the heavy fluffy comforters in the porch room! Communication with host was great! If we are in the area ever again I would definitely rent from them again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

10 July 2022

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

Fun Week at Gorgeous Lake Avalon

Our family of 5 (including two teens) had a fantastic week at this gorgeous lake and lovely cottage and community. The owners thought of most anything we might need including beach towels, lake toys, games, firewood, laundry essentials, a well-stocked kitchen, etc. They were excellent about communicating with us. We spent the week, enjoying the gorgeous clear lake water, kayaks, paddle boat, pontoon dock, and pontoon boat. This is a gem of a lake! The cottage has amazing views and has been renovated to provide a very peaceful environment inside and out. The Hillman community is quiet and very friendly. My husband enjoyed a visit to the local barbershop. Our family enjoyed the local pizza shop and Hillman Market/Grocery store. Our family likes to bike. We took advantage of the proximity to Mackinac Island (1 hour to ferry) and the Huron Sunrise Trail (Rogers City - 30 min away) to enjoy some beautiful bike rides.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey K.

1 September 2022

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

Great time nice house

Host was great, my family and I had a great time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

24 August 2022

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

Great time in Hillman

We’re a family of five with kids ranging from 5 to 11. We had a great time staying here. We rented the pontoon and used it every day. The kids especially enjoyed the paddle boat. It was their “yacht” and they made numerous trips back and forth between the dock and the swim platform. The lake is as advertised, with crystal clear water, and a shallow sloping entry without any weeds. It was beautiful. The area is quiet but we were able to get everything we needed in Hillman. We ventured over to Alpena to see Lake Huron, had a blast at Arzo sports and amusement park and tried several local restaurants. Overall it was a great experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrina P.

10 August 2022

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

Beautiful Lakehouse Family Vacation Spot

Lake Avalon is a true gem! The lake is insane beautiful, warm and fun for any activities our family wanted to do. The pontoon rental was perfect. Sunsets out on the lake were truly magical. Plenty of space for my husband and I and 4 teenagers. We cooked dinner each night and enjoyed relaxing on the deck overlooking the lake. Enjoyed some family time around the firepit as well. The hosts were awesome communicators and were immediately responding when we reached out. Keep in mind this is an up north lake cabin in the woods, not a 4 star resort. If you come with those expectations, you will not be disappointed. We would definitely return just for the sunsets alone :)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

16 July 2022

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

Beautiful lake

The water is the color of the Caribbean when the sun hits it. This listing does not have a sandy beach, air or heat however none of those are needed as a nice breeze goes through the cabin and fans are provided. Beds and house is clean and comfortable. Make sure to rent the pontoon for added fun. House has a large assortment of movies and games. Owners are very responsive if needed. Will stay again if available and in the area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Family Room

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

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