Nestled in a lush forest, this cozy cottage is just a mile from crystal clear Higgins Lake and offers a peaceful private setting with wooded lots on both sides. Enjoy the front deck with gas grill, outdoor furniture, and picnic table as well as the stone bonfire pit out back for roasting s'mores under the stars.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Private, Cozy, Quiet on double lot near Beautiful Higgins and Houghton Lakes
Higgins Lake was recently voted MSN Real Estate's Top 10 Locations for Boat Owners!
Enjoy this cozy cottage, just a short one mile drive to crystal clear Higgins Lake boat launch.
Our cozy cottage is nestled in a lush, green forest setting, and is one mile from the sixth most beautiful lake in the world, Higgins Lake and just a few miles north of the largest inland lake in Michigan, Houghton Lake. We have local trails to explore for snowmobiles, quads, dirt bikes, ATV's and side by sides just around the corner. Only 4 miles from the 6/7 trail head at the US-127 exit 201 that you can ride to from the driveway. We have a front deck with a gas grill and furniture out back to help you relax and soak up the summer sun! There's a large outdoor table with chairs as well as a picnic table. We have a large double lot with wooded lots on both sides (no close neighbors!) that provide a peaceful private up north setting along with a stone bonfire pit out back for roasting s'mores under the stars. For those rainy days enjoy a game of cards under the cathedral ceiling covered porch out back with a ceiling fan and dimmable LED lights!
Gerrish Twp. park is a local boat launch that is one mile away. It provides docking, boat launch, fishing, picnic area, and much more as you enjoy our Northern Michigan summers. Perch, pike, and trout are among the fish that can be caught in Higgins Lake plus public restrooms and a rinsing station. All is accessible by car.
South State Park and Campground is just 2 miles away which also offers a public beach and boat launch as well as camping.
Local pizza and ice cream from Polar Parlar is less than a mile away as well as Nibbles Ice cream and a fully stocked party store. For more needs theres also a Dollar General.
The cottage sleeps 6 comfortably with option of 8 if double up on the two full beds. We prefer no more than 6 adults, so the 8 would be with a few kids. We've had 3 10 yr old girls sleep in one full bed a few times while there were spare beds available (don't ask me why). A cozy family cottage interior, and offers many amenities to make your stay as relaxing and enjoyable as possible.
With the cottage being located on the south end of Higgins Lake and conveniently located between US-127 & I-75 trips to Traverse City, Petoskey, Cheboygan and even Mackinaw Island are recommended day trips (each within 1.5 hours drive).
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Fan
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
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 lift (single-level property)
Single level property
Step to reach entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Outside is fine, please dispose of cigarette butts
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids LOVE it and parents feel at ease here!
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside is fine, please dispose of cigarette butts
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Roscommon is home to this holiday home. Gerrish Township Community Park Marina and The Fox Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Higgins Lake State Park and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby. Visit our Roscommon travel guide
Is Private, Cozy, Quiet on double lot near Beautiful Higgins and Houghton Lakes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Private, Cozy, Quiet on double lot near Beautiful Higgins and Houghton Lakes?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private, Cozy, Quiet on double lot near Beautiful Higgins and Houghton Lakes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private, Cozy, Quiet on double lot near Beautiful Higgins and Houghton Lakes?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private, Cozy, Quiet on double lot near Beautiful Higgins and Houghton Lakes located?
Situated in Roscommon, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Higgins Lake, South Higgins Lake State Park and Gerrish Township Community Park Marina. The Fox Golf Club and Marl Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Private, Cozy, Quiet on double lot near Beautiful Higgins and Houghton Lakes Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This cozy cabin was perfect for my husband and me to get away from the city for the weekend. It had everything we needed. We really liked that it was on a double lot with lots of trees, so we felt more secluded from the other houses, especially when we had campfires each night. But it's in a great neighborhood, conveniently located between both lakes.
Mike is quick to respond to all messages. cute 'cabin' - nice to have a comfy chair as well as couch in TV area.
extra spices were a nice touch, (but we brought our own).
small for as many as it can sleep, if you plan to be inside.
Nice place for spontaneous cross country ski mini-vacation
Clean, warm (propane fire place was nice touch), overall very comfortable cabin in close proximity to great cross country skiing (North Higgins, South Higgins, Ogemaw).
We had a great stay here. The cottage was clean and well stocked with kitchen supplies.
It was only about 20 minutes from 2 of the trail heads we went to.
We were happy to find availability here for July 4-7.
Very affordable and plenty of property to enjoy. Nice secluded neighborhood.
We brought a trailer with a side-by-side & dirt bike and there was plenty of room to park it.
We will definitely be back. Communication was clear, environment was clean, beautifully decorated, and homey feeling. My family and I had a great getaway. Thank you so much!💓
Had a fantastic time staying here, loved Higgins Lake and the beach, didn’t even have time to use all the amenities the property has to offer! Can’t wait to come back and make a campfire and s’mores. Perfect for our young family of 5!
We had an amazing stay at the cozy cabin. Our 2 young boys loved the bunk room, and the house was well stocked with everything you may need. The location was fabulous for hikes at Higgins Lake State Park and a nearby nature preserve. We would love to come back in the summer!
Cabin had a great back yard for entertaining, with a lot of room to move about. Inside had AC in every room, which made it comfortable for sleeping and relaxing. Overall a great get away for a peaceful stay in the woods.
Very quiet and relaxing setting. Very clean and well stocked home. Great location between Higgins and Houghton Lakes. Easy day trips to the U.P. or Traverse City area.
Good communication with owner.
My sister and I had a great time staying two nights! It was close to where we needed to be, and the neighborhood was quiet. We even saw some deer wandering around on our way in. Highly recommended.
Very well kept home, easy to find and nicely located for Higgins and Marl lake. Probably even better when you aren’t there to work. :)
Great place overall!
This cabin was very clean and comfortable, the neighborhood was really quiet. Mike was very quick to respond when we texted with a question. We had a very enjoyable and relaxing stay and would highly recommend this property. Restaurant recommendation: Cut River Grille; the food was excellent as was the wait staff.
Great little house with some nice recent additions like a covered back patio with adjustable LED lighting, newer HVAC, good WiFi. Very nice little neighborhood close to the lakes and APV/ snow machine trails.
Mike offers a comfy, clean, quiet space, and is super easy to deal with. We only could stay a few days, but spent each late evening in the beautiful backyard. There was plenty of room to place our pontoon in the side yard, and the home is an easy drive to gorgeous Higgins Lake and all it has to offer. We would definitely stay here again.