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The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 648.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Beach view

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Roscommon, MI
  • Place, Higgins Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth

This listing is for 1 (#114 Ruth) of the 2 charming Twin Cottages! They share a wooded 1/2 acre lot and an adjacent 55' lakefront lot with dock and mooring buoys! These twin cottages, named after the original owner's daughters (Ruth & Dorothy) also share 2 fire pits with Adirondack chairs, picnic tables at the beach, a charcoal grill & several kayaks. Each cottage has its own tabletop gas grill & picnic table. The twins have new decks attached to the cottages with convenient outdoor showers.

Ruth is a cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage that has been freshened up from top to bottom. Ruth has 1 queen bedroom and 1 full-over-full bunk room (plus a sofa bed in the living room). It is suitable for 4 adults max & 2 children. Wifi, Roku TV, linens & some paper products are supplied - just bring your boat & beach towels!

No need to waste time at the boat launch on a daily basis. Instead, walk out onto our private dock and come and go as you please. Each cottage has its own mooring buoy. Higgins Lake is known for its sandy bottom with a very gradual depth drop, making it great for kids and adults alike. Enjoy one of the most beautiful lakes and Sunsets you will ever see.

The cottages are NON SMOKING of any kind.

The Twins are on the Northeast side of Higgins Lake (Sunset Side), located about 5 miles from Roscommon and 3 miles from I-75 exit 244. The cottages face the road end, but it's just a very short walk down the semi wooded lakefront lot to our private lakefront beach.

Thank you for your interest in our cottages. We look forward to seeing you.

Must be 25 years old to make a reservation - suitable for 4 adults max with 2 children. No pets are allowed unless both cottages are rented to the same group and approval has been given.

Owners prefer to rent both twin cottages to same group in peak season. June 13 - Mid Aug rent Sat to Sat. Also see listing for #112 "Dot".

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue

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The Twins at Sunset Beach #112 Dot
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only renters of The Twins at Sunset Beach have permission to use the private beach, dock, boat anchors or lakefront lot.
Each cottage has a maximum occupancy of 6 people (4 adults max). Tents and campers are prohibited.

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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Roscommon

Located in Roscommon, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Higgins Lake State Park and Marguerite Gahagan Nature Preserve, while Roscommon Area Historical Society Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Roscommon, MI

What's nearby

  • Higgins Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Au Sable River - 13 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Houghton Lake - 15 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Otsego Lake State Park - 30 min drive - 62.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Matt's Lake Street Grill & Pizzeria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Country Corner Partystore and Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Fred's of Roscommon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth on 25 May 2026 start from AU$427, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Twins at Sunset Beach #114 Ruth located?

Nestled on the beach, this Roscommon cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Higgins Lake, B & B Sports Center & Marina and North Higgins Lake State Park. Marguerite Gahagan Nature Preserve and Huron-Manistee National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tisha G.

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

Perfect and cozy!

Great summer get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Once again, a wonderful time at the lake

My husband and I have stayed at The Ruth before and loved it. This year we brought some friends! Everyone is still talking about it. The Cottages are amazingly clean. Communication with the owner is perfect! And Higgins Lake… beautiful as always! Cannot wait for our next getaway at the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Cute cottage, had everything we needed and was well stocked. The photos and listing implied it was on the water but it’s actually about a half block from the water. Wish we had known that but it still worked out with our boat. The “twin” cottage next door is literally right next to the cottage, so if you don’t rent it with a group you know, you will be close close neighbors. We were lucky and it was empty during our stay, but good to know in the future.Overall, this cottage met our needs for our vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

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

Great long weekend on the most beautiful lake!

My husband and two older teenage kids spent the long Labor Day weekend at "Ruth". What a great little place! We had a great time on the lake. Location is great! Cottage was clean and had the "few little items" to tide you over until you can get to the grocery. Rented a pontoon from B&B Marina (as always!). Great service and a fun day on the boat! We went to Grayling for dinner one nite at Ray's Brews Blues and BBQ. It was BUSY , but good service and yummy brisket! And, our time at Higgins Lake is never complete without a trip to Nibbles for ice cream! Never long enough, but had a great time nonetheless!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ron and Mary B.

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

Charming cottage

This is a charming old cottage that has been updated very nicely. It still has the original knotty-pine paneling which I love. The owner had everything we could have possibly needed for our week at Higgins Lake. The best part is that there is private lake frontage that we shared with only one other cabin. The sunsets are spectacular from this viewpoint. I highly recommend this cottage; it’s a great value.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Patti N.

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

Awesome Cottage and Property

We absolutely loved the Ruth Cottage! It was clean, quaint and updated with everything we needed. It was perfect. The dock, beach area and fire pit areas were fantastic! We enjoyed the peaceful nature of this property. Thoroughly enjoyed speaking with and getting to know Michelle and Glen. They are superb hosts! Thanks for sharing this amazing property with us. We will be back! D&P
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Clean and Charming

Charming little cabin, just a couple minutes walk to Higgins lake. Really enjoyed our stay. Michelle thought of everything! Great communication and very accommodating to our early arrival request. Cottage was very clean and towels were fresh and plentiful. Comfy bed. Kitchen had everything we needed. Location is very close to the North Higgins State Park boat launch.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

molly c.

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

Lovely

Beautiful property right on the lake. The cabin had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

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

Quaint Cottage

Super cute, cozy, clean cottage exactly as described and pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

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

Great place on Higgins Lake

This is a cute , clean, and comfortable cottage with lake and dock access to Higgins Lake. My husband and I really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna B.

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

Family stay at the cottages

We had a very nice stay! We hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Peaceful & Beautiful!

Our family of four absolutely loved our time at "Ruth." As others have mentioned, Michele & Glen did a beautiful job updating the cottage. It had everything we needed, including plenty of kitchen items. The lake is stunning. The water was so clear, and the shallow depth was perfect for our kids (ages 4 & 2) to play in safely. You have to walk across a small dirt road to access the beach. It's a very short (pretty) walk through the trees to such a gorgeous view. The sunsets were definitely a highlight for us. We really enjoyed using the kayaks, too. Michele was very attentive and helpful. We would love to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Relaxing vacation

We had an absolutely wonderful trip. The Water is pristine and shore is very sandy and shallow which allow our young children to safely enjoy many hours in the water! The owners were very nice and helpful. The cabin is comfortable, clean and has everything you need! We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

JEFF C.

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

Perfect for our family.

Everything was as advertised. Booked both cabins so had the whole place to ourselves. Very clean, and really nicely decorated so you didn't really feel like you were in a hundred year old cabin. Had all the basic amenities in the kitchen you would need, and plenty of towels. The lake is just a short walk away, spent a lot of time down by the beach having a cocktail or two. The boat mooring was very close and the dock was plenty long enough to load all the people and gear on. Spent every night around the fire, kinda felt like camping!! Hosts were very accessible. Can't wait to stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Perfect place to relax!

This was our second time to stay here and I’m sure it won’t be our last! The cottage is perfect and the lake is beautiful. Perfect place to unwind for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

We loved the cottage!

Cute cottage! Peaceful location by the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

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

Beautiful spot. Well-equipped cabin.

We'll come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Great beach, campfires, & cottages

I would 100% recommend staying here, especially if you can rent both cottages as they are very close together and share the fire pits, dock, beach, and kayaks. The property is big enough that it would be fine to rent just one and still have privacy. Very clean and cozy cottage, comfortable beds and furniture. Everything we needed was provided except beach towels. Very comfortable chairs around both fire pits (one on the beach and one by the cottage) and on the dock, perfect for stargazing and campfires. Clean, sandy beach perfect for wading and very shallow for a long ways out. Owners very friendly and helpful. Be aware that the boat anchors are quite a ways away from the dock, like 50 and 100 feet away, because it is so shallow. We brought our own sand anchors to anchor our boats closer to the dock, it was about 2 feet deep just enough to anchor our pontoon boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam O.

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

Great family vacation

The cottage was very clean and check in was a breeze!! The lake was awesome and the kids loved the shallow sandy bottom by the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Quiet Location

This was our first time to Higgins Lake and this cottage was a great introduction! All the previous reviews are spot on. What I noticed was the quietness. No loud partiers like in other areas of the lake. More people arrived in neighboring cabins on the 4th, but because The Twins are off on their own, it wasn’t really noticeable. Water was super warm and clear. Fishing was spotty. Would recommend maybe renting a pontoon to access more areas. Hated to leave and would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Z.

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

Wonderful!

We had a fantastic time at the cottage. It was beautiful, clean and very comfortable. The owners put a lot of effort into creating a relaxing place for people to come and vacation. The beach was fantastic with gorgeous view of the lake. I can't wait to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Beautiful cottage!

We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. Just a short walk to the lake, it is situated perfectly. The cottage itself is clean and comfortable, and the owners are very attentive and easy to work with. We would highly recommend this facility!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi H.

Quiet quaint cottage

“Ruth” is a comfortable, quiet retreat next to Higgins Lake. The hosts have taken great care to maintain the cottage in a well-kempt, clean condition.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

charming cottage.

All was as it should be. Clean and cozy for a fall weekend. We had a great time. Lovely location. Quiet, beautiful, peaceful. We used this as home base, and traveled to Petosky and Traverse City. Great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Perfect place to relax.

This little cottage is not only charming but very comfortable. A lot of effort has been put into providing everything guests could possibly need. We have stayed in other places around this area, but none come close to comparing to this one. One of the highlights of our trip was sitting by the lake each morning enjoying our coffee, then returning in the evenings to witness the beautiful sunsets. Thank you, Michelle and Glen for a lovely getaway. We hope to return next year. Lisa & Mark
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Michelle & Glen Breault

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Michelle & Glen Breault

Contact us before booking to discuss availability for these cottages.

Why they chose this property

Higgins Lake is beautiful and within 2 hours of our home (Metro Detroit). We felt it was the perfect distance to travel for an up north property. We came across these 2 Cottages and immediately felt attached. The fact that they came with a lakefront lot allowing us to have our own private beach, dock and boat mooring rights, sealed the deal.

What makes this property unique

The cottages are located on the northeast side of Higgins Lake, providing some of the most spectacular sunsets imaginable. These Twins have a very long family history with the land dating back almost 100 years. They were named after the original owner’s two daughters (Dot #112 & Ruth #114).

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