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Sam-o-Set Shores Rental

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chair.
A bathroom with wooden walls, a toilet, a shower with a glass door, and a window with blinds.
A compact room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sleeping area with a bunk bed.
A living room with a patterned sofa, a wooden coffee table, a rocking chair, and a door with a window.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends

    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.

  • Sledding nearby

    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Higgins Lake
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Dog-friendly
  • Dock
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Higgins Lake, MI
  • Place, Higgins Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sam-o-Set Shores Rental

Year Round Rental. Located a one minute walk from the Worlds 6th Most Beautiful Lake. Perfect for those who enjoy boating, snowmobiling and hunting! Fully Furnished with complete kitchen, bedding and towels. (You will want to bring own beach towels.) Just recently remodeled with cathedral ceiling and fireplace. New windows so you can smell the water and catch the breeze! Two bedrooms one with Queen Bed and the second with single bunks. Screened in Porch Allows for blow up mattress with frame for additional sleeping space or can be set up in living room. (Maximum 6 ppl in house/porch)
Indoor storage for ORV owners.
The road end dock is located just around the corner which makes it VERY CONVENIENT for the loading and unloading of passengers on a boat. Family park within walking distance, party store/liquor store and restaurant all within walking distance.
SNOWMOBILERS: The trail head is just minutes away and seconds from the lake. Houghton Lake trail is just around the corner. EASY ACCESS FOR SLEDS!
ICEFISHERMEN: Access to lake is 1 minute away. 2013/14 Season was booked solid and fishermen CAUGHT THE FISH!
The back yard is of ample size for tents. Snowmobiles can turn around in yard.
A small secured shed is also available for that 'extra gear' and empty suitcases!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Need owners approval for pets

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7059902
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 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

Higgins Lake

Located in Higgins Lake, this cottage is on the beach. Gerrish Township Community Park Marina and Houghton Lake Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Higgins Lake State Park and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Higgins Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Higgins Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • North Higgins Lake State Park - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Houghton Lake - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Au Sable River - 19 min drive - 32.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cut River Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Northshore Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Country Corner Partystore and Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Landmark Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sam-o-Set Shores Rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Sam-o-Set Shores Rental?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sam-o-Set Shores Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sam-o-Set Shores Rental?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Sam-o-Set Shores Rental located?

Nestled on the beach, this Higgins Lake cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Higgins Lake and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Scotch Pine Road End Public Leisure Area. Gerrish Township Community Park Marina and Lyon Township Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a blast. Just as advertised.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
I am so glad your stay was fun😁 It really is hard NOT to have a good time while at Higgins Lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cabin

Nice cabin to stay at during your vacation up north
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay as always!

We stay at Cindy's place every year and it's the highlight of our summer! Amazing place to stay with pets and kids. Very close to the public beach and playground. We also love the front porch, so cozy when it's a rainy day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could have had a light above the sink Dark living roomNice porch
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2026
I appreciate your suggestion on the lighting. I will make upgrades to the kitchen lighting. Considerations will taken in response to additional lighting in the living area as well. Thank you.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cute Cabin

We loved the cabin!! Very nice and clean! We will rent this again in the future!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank You! I look forward to working with you again in this summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation cottage

Cute cottage. It had most everything we needed. Some outside chairs around the firepit would be nice. A short walk to lake.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion

We rented this cute place for a family reunion. It was neat, clean and comfortable. It’s our second time here and we look forward to the next.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Doug, You and your family are welcome any time🥰
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sam-O-Set

It was in a great location right by the water. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick to respond

Cindy was always quick to respond with our questions and we loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sam o set shores

Excellent location close to the lake and shopping. The cottage was super cute and well stocked. It’s a very quiet neighborhood. Cindy is a great host, she was quick with responding back. I will definitely be staying there again!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Thank you for the review! Hope to see you next year🥰
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love it

Classic cottage feel with the comfort of home. This was our second time renting this location. Perfect for our family of 5. Close to the lake and park. Very friendly people in the area. Would recommend and will rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thank you for the kind words! You are welcome back any time :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful cabin

We have stayed here before and always enjoy it! The beds are comfortable and kitchen stocked for any cooking /baking needs. The walk to the water is just seconds -so we went down many times during the day easily returning for the forgotten towel or to pack a lunch- as well as the beautiful sunsets in the evening. Thank you, Cindy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2020
Thank you! Your Family is always welcome! I'm glad you had beautiful weather!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to the beach!!

We love staying a week at Cindy's place every summer. We bring our family and our pets. The playground and public beach are within walking distance! We also made a quick 10 minute drive to Markey dog park to run our dogs each day. There's a cute coffee shop within a 5 minute drive. We also visited the Loom Room, Good Times and South Park Beach. Cindy's place is so close to everything. The screened in porch is the perfect place to drink coffee in the morning. Our kiddos love the bunk bed and look forward to staying here each year. There is a nice picnic table behind the garage and a fire pit out front. One of our favorite trips of the year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
You know your family is welcome any time! Thank you for your kind review🥰
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labor Day

The property was great for what we needed. Close to the beach and simple.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage in the woods!

This was a lovely little cottage in the woods, a very close walk to the lake, dog-friendly, and a hospitable host. It was a budget-friendly way to spend time with my sister and her dogs at Higgins Lake. Can't beat that lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Close to the lake

Loved the short walk to the water. House served in its purpose. My girls want to come back every time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome location

Great cottage on a awesome Higgins Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Thank you for the review. You are welcome back any time. And yes, you can't get much better than Higgins Lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trip to visit Family

We came up to a family celebration at Higgins lake. The house was everything we were hoping for. It was in a quiet, in a conveniently located area, clean, and fit all of our needs. Cindy was great to work with! We will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2021
Thank you! You are all welcome any time. Glad the weather was great and you had a good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friendly and clean

Cindy was awesome! Very attentive and friendly. House was clean and had all the amenities we needed. Thank you!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2021
Thank you for the review! You guys are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location for a family with a pet

Walking distance to the public beach, playground and goodtimes party store. Driving distance of a couple nice dog parks and playgrounds. Close to boat launch. Perfect place to stay with the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2021
Thank you for the review! It was my pleasure having you as a guest and you are welcome back any time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July at Higgins lake 2021

To start off, the weather was perfect. The neighborhood was very friendly. The cabin was cozy. Plenty of space. Inside the cabin I had to de-cobweb n spray for spiders. Only 1 roll of tp in cabin. 2 bulbs burned out. Could use a shelving unit in kitchen for food we brought up. All in all it was a great time with my family. Thank you Cindy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
Thank you for the kind review. I give our renter a 'jump start' with necessities (TP, papertowels, coffee, dish soap, etc.) but do not provide the entire week. I will reach out to the housekeeping team in regards to the light bulbs and cobweb. I appreciate the input on additional shelving and will look into that as well. Glad you had a great time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

the cabin was 2 blocks from the lake. At the end of the road you can sit on the dock. We had plenty of room for the 4 of us. The house could use a good deep clean. Over all it was fun and loved the location. We would totally stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1 week stay with family

Did what I needed it to. Wish it would of had a fire pit in back instead of the front....it was a few feet from the road. The grill was nice. Overall a bit older and outdated but it worked!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderfully Relaxing

Great place. Everything we needed. So quiet and relaxing. Very close to swimming beach. Beautiful lake. Wow. Just the R&R we needed. We don't want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It is an awesome place!

Love the open floor plan and vaulted ceilings. So close to the beach!!!! Highly recommend this house😁❤️
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you for the kind review. We would love to have you back again keep us in mind for future stays.

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