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4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Hillman, MI
  • Place, Brush Creek Mill
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocqueoc Falls
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10

Peaceful northern Michigan get-away!


The spacious cottage sleeps 8 people comfortably with 2 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms and 2 pull out couches.
Upstairs: Master bedroom - queen size bed. 2nd upstairs bedroom - queen size bed 1 Bathroom
Downstairs: Bedroom - Queen size bed. Living room - 2 queen pull out couches. 2 Bathrooms
Washer and dryer in lower level. Bedding and towels provided.
Brand new gas BBQ grill on the deck overlooking Ess Lake.

Outdoors enjoy the lakefront beach and fire pit. There are plenty of trails for walking or hiking and ORV trails minutes down the road. Abundant wildlife: elk, deer, turkey. Great hunting on state land.

Ess Lake is 120 acre, all sports lake with public access at state campground.

Golf Nearby:
-Thunderbay Golf Course (10 minutes)
-Garland in Lewiston (25 minutes)
-Treetops in Gaylord (40 minutes)
NO CAMPERS OR MOTOR HOMES ALLOWED! "HOA RULES"
This 3 Bedrooms Cottage provides accommodation with Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Kitchen, for your convenience. This Cottage features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. This Cottage is less than 3 km from Hillman, and gives visitors the opportunity to explore it. The rental Cottage has 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this Cottage has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Hillman. Enjoy your stay in Hillman at this Cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3912556vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Hillman

Hillman is home to this holiday home. Brush Creek Mill and Elowsky Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Clear Lake State Park and Stevens Twin Sinks Preserve. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Hillman, MI

What's nearby

  • Brush Creek Mill - 18 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 27 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 47 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 50 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Garland - 57 min drive - 65.2 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Squirrel - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Chauncey's Pub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jacques Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪On Top Of The Hill - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10 on 3 Aug 2026 start from AU$501, 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 4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4 Seasons, Charming Lakefront Cottage on Ess Lake sleeps 10 located?

Situated in Hillman, this holiday home is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Brush Creek Mill and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Clear Lake State Park. Stevens Twin Sinks Preserve and Elowsky Mill are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler L.

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

guys hangout weekend

great place to stay everything was clean, it was all set up with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Glad you guys enjoyed your time! Thanks for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Great Stay

Great property! Very private and quiet. Home was well stocked clean and very relaxing. Host was very informative and at the ready if needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Glad you guys enjoyed your stay and had everything you needed. Thank you for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Beautiful, serene location

We LOVED our stay at Ryan's cottage on the lake. The lake house was immaculate with an updated kitchen and appliances and plenty of room for our family to spread out both inside and on the deck. We enjoyed the back patio and fire pit area and the kids loved using the paddle board and kayaks. Thank you Ryan for a wonderful week at Ess Lake. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ryan was very responsive to every text or email I sent.The fishing was good, taking home some pike, bass and bluegills. Very comfortable and beautiful cabin. The beach was exceptional for the grandchildren.Our four year old grandson loved being able to walk out so far and still be able to play with our one year old grandson in his float.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Amazing home away from home

We thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay! This cottage is fully stocked! Full kitchen with all the extra appliances and pantry with dry goods and spices. Extra pillows and blankets galore! So much room! Shampoo and conditioner, soap. Beach towels, bath towels, toys and just so much more! We were so sad to leave! Great communication with the owner and he was super quick to help and give directions. Lake access was amazing and was so shallow the kids had a blast having free rein. We highly recommend this cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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Hosted by Ryan Santo

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