10/10 Excellent
Wayne S.
24 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wayne S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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Affordable Cottage Steps Away From Lake Avalon
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
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Hillman, MI
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Affordable Cottage Steps Away From Lake Avalon
This up north cabin gives you access to pristine Lake Avalon. It's just a three block walk away from a sandy beach access. The cabin offers a secluded feeling surrounded by trees but still close to the lake.
This is a great rental for multiple purposes.
In the summer stay here to be near the lake without the high cost of lake frontage or to have a home base while you sight see beautiful Northern Michigan. In the fall stay here to hunting or go ATVing on the numerous trails near by. In the winter use those trails for snowmobiling. There is plenty of parking for ATV/snowmobile trailers.
The cabin comfortably sleeps 4 with the two bedrooms but can accommodate a blow up mattress in the living room if you're not afraid of close quarters. Plenty of space in the back yard to put up a tent if needed.
The owners are near by if needed throughout the stay. Let them know if you have any special requests. They are more than happy to accommodate.
Cabin comes with wifi and a fire stick to watch streaming services. No cable TV.
This is a great rental for multiple purposes.
In the summer stay here to be near the lake without the high cost of lake frontage or to have a home base while you sight see beautiful Northern Michigan. In the fall stay here to hunting or go ATVing on the numerous trails near by. In the winter use those trails for snowmobiling. There is plenty of parking for ATV/snowmobile trailers.
The cabin comfortably sleeps 4 with the two bedrooms but can accommodate a blow up mattress in the living room if you're not afraid of close quarters. Plenty of space in the back yard to put up a tent if needed.
The owners are near by if needed throughout the stay. Let them know if you have any special requests. They are more than happy to accommodate.
Cabin comes with wifi and a fire stick to watch streaming services. No cable TV.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yard is on a hill but house is safe for children.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Not inside - outside allowed if you pick up 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 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
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 Turtle Lake.
Hillman, MI
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chauncey's Pub - 10 min drive
- On Top Of The Hill - 10 min drive
- Jacques Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 9 min drive
- Subway - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ronald T.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little clean place
Ronald T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
John L.
24 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabine great location
John L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
11 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Autumn R.
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect cabin
Autumn R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aimee L.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aimee L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Mary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Gary D.
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hillman fishing trip
Gary D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Richard D.
17 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Review
Richard D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
3 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and simple
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amelia F.
16 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Amelia F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan K.
29 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Value!
Susan K.
10/10 Excellent
Lauren A., Indiana
12 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
short stay
Lauren A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard D.
17 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Avalon Cottage
Richard D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terry H.
30 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
all good
Terry H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anna B.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a small family for the weekend
Anna B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lise P.
19 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient for mackinaw and other trips around Lake Huron!
Lise P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Janet P.
31 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Cozy
Janet P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Julie F.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us
Julie F.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kayla B.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Kayla B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Rikki B.
1 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little place
Rikki B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anna B.
12 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
Anna B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marianne E.
25 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bear Den Never Disappoints
Marianne E.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matthew P.
13 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was hust as advertised! Would stay there again
Matthew P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Mindy W.
11 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
Mindy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Alysa Orlandi
My husband and I have deep roots to Lake Avalon and the Hillman area. We bought this cabin for a multitude of reasons but right now we are enjoying renting it out to vacationers.
We live nearby in Alpena but spend as much time on Lake Avalon as we possibly can. My husband, Ted, is an electrician and I, Alysa, work at a title company in Alpena. We have one wild and darling daughter, Ava, and another on the way. They are joined by our huge black lab Boomer.
We love hosting renters and are only a call/text away in you need anything from us during, before, or after your stay.
We live nearby in Alpena but spend as much time on Lake Avalon as we possibly can. My husband, Ted, is an electrician and I, Alysa, work at a title company in Alpena. We have one wild and darling daughter, Ava, and another on the way. They are joined by our huge black lab Boomer.
We love hosting renters and are only a call/text away in you need anything from us during, before, or after your stay.
Why they chose this property
We pride ourselves on offering the most affordable rental property in the area. This cabin is cozy and offers the 'up north' feeling that you want while you visit northern Michigan. You can't get a hotel with two separate room, a kitchen, and a private back porch overlooking the woods for this price. We try to make our guest feel welcome and always ask if there are any special requests we can fulfill. If you're looks to get some lake time, just get away, or be near family for a cheap price, we are the cabin for you!
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