Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon

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A room with large windows overlooking a lake and trees, a bed, and a small table with chairs.
A spacious room with a large sliding glass door leading to a deck with outdoor furniture and a view of a lake surrounded by trees.
A modern dining area with a dark wooden table, four woven placemats, and a potted plant.
A cabin surrounded by tall pine trees, with a dock extending into a calm body of water.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Hillman, MI
  • Place, Avalon Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Lake
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocqueoc Falls
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪30 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

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Hillman

Located in Hillman, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Clear Lake State Park and Avalon Lake. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Hillman, MI

What's nearby

  • Avalon Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Grand Lake - 45 min drive - 78.9 km
  • P.H. Hoeft State Park - 46 min drive - 66.1 km
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 48 min drive - 67.9 km
  • Onaway State Park - 49 min drive - 73.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chauncey's Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Squirrel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪On Top Of The Hill - ‬10 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon ?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon on 16 May 2027 start from AU$1,115, 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 Lakefront Cottage on Gorgeous Lake Avalon ?

On-site parking is available at the 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, within 3 mi (5 km) of Avalon Lake and Long Lake. Clear Lake and Clear Lake State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a hidden gem! The house is well equipped with new kitchen, laundry, and lots of space for lounging and chatting. We used the deck every day and ate meals there, made art, and admired the beauty of the lake.We swam, paddle boarded, canoed, kayaked, and pontooned every day on the pristine lake.The hosts were responsive and helpful without fail.Our family had a wonderful time being together and having fun. We hope to return in future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake is beautiful. House was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family trip

Great time! Great lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing trip! Outstanding location! The mix of hard packed sand and rocks near the shore was perfect for our group of ladies who love rock hounding, boating and just floating in the lake. Lake Avalon is a hidden gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
It was wonderful having you as our first renters at the treehouse!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning lake. Water looks like the Carribean...just a little colder. Cottage was very nice with all of the amenities that you need. 4 bedrooms make it very nice for larger groups as well. Also, it is a private lot and you feel isolated from the rest of the lake which is very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful Location

The view is what you stay for! The dock was such a great addition. We kayaked daily. The house had everything we needed. It is an older house, the floors are uneven and of course you will have a bug or two but it was all apart of the charm for us! We plan to return again. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Views

The property was amazing. Very clean and welcoming. Communication with the owners was excellent. The owners nicknamed this house, the treehouse, which is an excellent name as you sit above the lake with great views not only of the lake but the sunset. Our family spent most of our time on the private dock which was big enough for four chairs and plenty of room for others to sit with their feet in the water. We also really enjoyed swimming out to the private pontoon raft. The lake was not busy and we took advantage of the kayaks never being concerned with too many boats on the lake. In the evenings the outdoor deck was perfect for watching the sunset, eating as a family and playing games. Tons of room! We also really enjoyed having a fire pit with plenty of wood. This was our first time renting this house and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2023
The house is described as rustic and in the woods, with that comes an occasional unwanted guest as it is in the middle of the woods. When the renter informed us of a chipmunk, we promptly took care of it. We haven't had an issue since. The house is on a cement slab, so I'm not certain how the floors could be soft. There is new laminate wood flooring throughout the home. No carpet in any of the rooms. It did appear that a past renter must have bumped into the dock making it lean, which was stabilized after their check- out. Had we been informed of this issue during their stay, a maintenance man would have been sent to repair it promptly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you in the future!😎☀️💛
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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