Cabin

The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat

Photo gallery for The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat

An outdoor kitchen with a stone countertop, a grill, and a pergola with string lights.
A wooden cabin interior with a balcony, a sofa, and a bed.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a leather sofa.
A two-story log cabin with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A spacious interior with a wooden balcony, a dining area, and a living room with a leather sofa.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • 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.
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Gas barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

View map
Posen, MI
  • Place, Elowsky Mill
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocqueoc Falls
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Downstairs Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

3 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstiars 1/2 Bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat

Get away from it all at Hemlock Hills on Mill Pond - The Cabin. Year around rental for you to enjoy 365 acres of Northern Michigan natural beauty with approximately 3 miles of trails for you to explore. Completely remodeled in 2017 with many one-of-a-kind and unique feature.

Custom wood floors throughout, gourmet kitchen with all new appliances and custom cabinets made by local craftsman. Unique stairs made from Hemlock and Cedar trees from the property. Custom made dining table made from local area White Pine that can seat up to 14 people.

Sit on the 350 square feet balcony overlooking the Thunder Bay River. Large outdoor patio with fire pit and deck with stairs to access the river. Outdoor kitchen with gas grill, smoker and sink. Pool table in the game room and a loft for enjoying the view on those cooler days.

Sit on the deck and listen to the river flowing, the birds chirping, and the wind blowing through the Hemlock and White Pine Trees. Watch the Eagles Soar and the Geese land on the pond. 200' Floating dock on the pond can be used for fishing and swimming or just relaxing. 4 Kayaks, 2 canoes and 1 paddle boat are included in the rental.
Peace and quiet await you at the Cabin!

Ice fish the pond and river in the winter. 365 acres of land is available for snowmobiling. The Cabin is not just a summer retreat, it is your year around vacation destination.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Private kitchen
Beautiful, Crystal Clear Lake, Right on the Beach, Very Clean & Family Friendly!
Hillman
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
Beautiful, Crystal Clear Lake, Right on the Beach, Very Clean & Family Friendly!

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking inside Cabin
Any guests over 12 is charged at $10 per night per person

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4109369
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 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

Posen

Located in Posen, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Grand Lake Marina and Dodge Marine & Storage are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eagle Country Disc Golf Course and Besser Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at APlex Tennis Center or Northern Lights Arena. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
View more Cabin rentals in PosenOpens in a new window
Map
Posen, MI

What's nearby

  • Elowsky Mill - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Lake - 19 min drive - 30.5 km
  • P.H. Hoeft State Park - 27 min drive - 41.6 km
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 32 min drive - 56.2 km
  • Onaway State Park - 45 min drive - 79.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Route 65 Diner And Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Flying duck - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat on 23 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,625, 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 Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Elowsky Mill and within 12 miles (20 km) of Stevens Twin Sinks Preserve and Long Lake. Emily Min Hunt Preserve and Thompson's Harbor State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at the cabin! It was a beautiful house in the woods sitting on a quiet winding river with tons of wildflowers and birds, including a great blue heron and a bald eagle! The property was expansive with a raised walkway going down to the pond in which you could swim and where we looked at the stars at night. Every evening we made a fire in the massive fire pit for which they supplied ample stacks of wood. The property manager was super nice! She greeted us when we arrived and showed us around the house and grounds. She was quick to respond to any questions that I texted her. Overall, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for our annual get together! Plenty of room around the campfire, beautiful home and great access to trails/water. 5 star spot
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Place and Hosts

Our family stayed here for 5 days and really enjoyed this property. It was fully stocked with everything we needed, was centrally located in a beautiful area, and the hosts were attentive and helpful. We will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing. There are plenty of activities to do without leaving. The kids loved the kayaks, swimming and fishing. It was peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New Years at the cabin

Everything was great managers were very accommodating Very nice cabin and grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place for family.

We absolutely loved our visit. It was a beautiful home and there was plenty to do. We enjoyed the campfires, fishing and playing pool. There was also plenty of room inside the house for any rainy days. We absolutely loved our stay and we will be going back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway !

The property was fantastic for a large group. The cabin had everything that we needed. It was clean, smelled wonderful when we came. Beautiful location, quiet and serene. We hope to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Vacation

Spent a week with two adult children & 4 grandkids one year to seven years of age. Plenty of room and things to do. Tammy was great! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

This is exactly what we were looking for. We were looking to get away from home but not have to go anywhere or do anything. We hung out on the pond and the creek all week and it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer getaway

The property was amazing! We loved every second of it and Tammy was very sweet and helpful. It's a great location to get away from the city and be at one with your loved ones and nature. Definitely looking forward to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Family Vacation Ever!

The house fit our family perfectly! The adults had private space and all the kids hung out together. The deck was fantastic, as was the lake and river access. The house was clean, well stocked, and the manager was very responsive to the one need we had. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Beautiful home and property. Can only imagine how great it is in the summer. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at The Cabin! We travelled with 8 adults and 3 kids under 3yrs! The master is large enough for a family suite if you bring toddler portable bedding. One of our adult children had to use the bunk bed and it was a throw back of their college days so it was a bit of PTSD haha! The room with the full/twin bunk and trundle made for another Mom-Dad-toddler suite. The remaining rooms were nicely sized for single or couple occupancy. The super huge mud room and extra fridge/freezer was awesome. Stored all our stuff (coolers, water toys, etc) & made it convenient to keep the place tidy by having this extra room-w/cubbies & coat hooks! The 3 entrances to the cabin are perfectly placed: great room, dining room, mud room for easy outdoor access & the balcony! Love having the fire pit close by & the outdoor kitchen was great for cooking all the fish caught in the river & pond! Jumping off the floating dock was a blast. Did notice the canoe has a couple of seam leaks.The kitchen: double oven and gas cook top which was great for making 3 meals/day for our group. Has plenty of cookware. Could use an extra set of cutlery as there are about 12 settings so we hand washed the forks after every meal. Cabin has 2 furnaces/AC (main and upper level zones) but w/temps over 80’s, a window unit or mini-split would help cool the middle upper BR. To keep this room cool, froze out the Master. Wildlife: Saw deer, herons, pike, turtles & heard owls at night! Everything wanted is here! Book it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful! Tranquil! Welcoming!

Beautiful location with lots of acreage for exploration. My family and I truly enjoyed the well appointed home and all of the fantastic amenities like the pool table, fire pit, grill, kayaks, and paddle boat. Also, there is lots to see in Rogers City, Alpena, and the local sink holes in the area are cool to explore. We plan on returning to this amazing place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome cabin

This cabin was perfect for our mother's 50th birthday family get together. It was a beautiful location, that had great views and a great sense of privacy. We were concerned about connection issues and wifi, but had no issues at the property. Would definitely come here again, it was a great spot for fishing, and just a great place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our second time going with our group, everything is always wonderful!

Mitch and Tammy make things easy from the beginning. Everything about the property is beautiful and well taken care of, we have had the best time now twice! Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Weekend

This is a beautiful home on the river, exactly as pictured! The outdoor area is perfect, big fire pit (wood provided), giant kitchen area! We stayed in the area enjoying the property, kayaking and walking the trails. We did visit the sink holes (close by) and hiked there too! Very cool!! walking the trails
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Trip

This is my third time staying here. The past two times were with my sisters and friends, so I decided to bring my own family. We had an amazing week. The property is beautiful, serene and very relaxing. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and not being on top of each. They liked it so much that we booked again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best place for family fun and relaxation

Exceptionally clean, well thought out and best place I have ever rented! Tammy brings her A game! My grandsons love to fish and there’s plenty of places right on property to do so! Kayaking, paddle boating and canoeing also on the water! The river is amazing right out the back door! Large fire pit to tell tall tales around and great pool table to test your skills at! LOVED this cabin and hope to return soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a vacation with extended family

I was there with my three adult children and their families. The grandkids range in age from 8-23. There was plenty of space and something for everyone- canoeing and kayaking; hiking; playing in the woods; large de k and fire pit. We took a couple day trips and spent the remainder of our time at the cabin. It was tons of fun- everyone loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Remote Family Getaway

Great cabin located on a massive property. Check-in was simple and communication with the property manager was easy. Cabin was clean and well-stocked for cooking. Outdoor kitchen was a big plus. Our group caught over a dozen varieties of fish in the river. Gentle waters for canoe and kayak outings. Plenty of wildlife in the area for viewing while on the water or walking the trials. Great for families with children who like to explore the outdoors. Overall a great stay that I would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect if looking to get off the grid w/ family and/or friends.

Great common spaces. Nice privacy. Access to river and views are awesome. Kitchen had everything we needed. Only advice for others to keep in mind (beyond listing) is 1) pay attention to beds as listed -- not pictures, 2) there is NO cable TV, but they did have a nice DVD selection, and 3) this is in the middle of nowhere so fill up your tank with gas and bring your own food :). I highly recommend for family gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything all in one place!

This is the second year in a row that we rented this cabin. There are 12 of us in my extended family and this place is perfect for our group. Five kids between the ages of 10-16 and they all enjoy fishing, kayaking and canoeing. What we appreciate the most from this cabin is that the kids can go have their fun and we can watch them from the deck (the adults enjoy the water also, but not as long as the kids do). Plus we don’t have to drive anywhere, or walk more than 100 yards to get to the pond dock or river. The river is pretty much closed off at both ends so it is almost like we have our own private river (although other properties can definitely access it). We all appreciate the peace and quiet that this cabin offers, and the cabin and property are well kept and in great condition. We are already talking about going back again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing multi-family getaway

We had three middle-aged siblings, their spouses, and mostly young adult children/cousins (17-26, one 13 year old), totaling 11. The house is beautiful, large fully equipped kitchen with many nice-to-haves in addition to the basics like insulated coffee carafe, muffin tin, etc, and a second fridge in the entry way! Beds were comfortable, rooms were a little tight for the number of young adults (they were all in the bunk beds/sofa bed, probably would have been better for three or fewer couples with younger kids, but worked fine for our group -- 13 can definitely be accommodated but ideally 5-7 of those are 15 and under). Bathrooms were clean and plentiful. Shared spaces -- living room w/TV, big table to gather round next to open plan kitchen, pool table area, porch balcony -- were all comfortable and spacious. Outdoor grill and fire pit area was amazing, as was the view of wildflowers, birds, deer, kayaking on the river and walking in the woods, stargazing. Also loved hearing about the local specialty butchers in Rogers City and Alpena -- Plath's smoked pork chops were AMAZING. Cell service was spotty at best, but WiFi was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a relaxing vacation. Fishing, swimming, and hanging out at the best firepit around. We loved it and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026

About the host

Hosted by Mitchell Hentkowski

Host profile image
I grew up just 7 miles down Leer Rd from the cabin and never really noticed this place growing up. I went into the military right out of high school and ended up living in Oklahoma. Through the years when we would visit family each summer we would leave and talk about finding some property that we could build a summer home. Once we saw this place with the land, we knew this is what we were looking for.

Why they chose this property

It was my Brother who told me this property was available When you walk the trails and see the beauty of this land you will know why it was, in that instant that I knew this was a place we wanted to stay each year when I "come home". That fall when I walked the property it was past the time of fall colors, but I could see the summertime beauty everywhere I turned. Listening to the water cascade over the old Grist Mill Dam is hypnotic. Seeing some of Northern Michigan's largest and oldest Hemlock Tree's whistling in the wind adds to the serenity of this property. When I pull into the drive each time I visit, I realize the 17 hour drive was worth it.

What makes this property unique

If you are looking for a vacation that the only thing you have to do is relax, then this is the place for you. Sitting on one of the 3 decks over looking the Thunder Bay River and Mill Pond, you can listen the birds for as long as you like. If you like to fish, the river and pond will provide a mixture of Northern pike, Bass and pan fish. If you enjoy swimming you can do that also, either out by the deck or down by the mill. There is a canoe and a paddle boat to enjoy the river and pond. You can walk the nearly two miles of trails through acres of beautiful Northern Michigan hardwood forest. Or you can take a nap in the hammock. In the evening you can start a fire in the pit, sit on the swing and watch one of the most beautiful sunsets you will see anywhere. If you enjoy taking pictures, get up early and see if you can catch the local Eagles or possibly the family of Otters or Beavers. We have Canadian Geese nesting with us on the pond each year. Once you visit, you will understand why the words I have here cannot give justice to this wonderful land, and why when you visit you also will look forward to the next time you can visit.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback