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THE PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE!

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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The A-Frame cottage is a great place to relax and get away from it all!
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Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 696.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fairview, MI
  • Place, North Helmer Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Garland
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Hartwick Pines State Park
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE!

Our A-Frame cabin is in a beautiful tranquil setting on 23 acres of meadows and woodland, with trails. You can watch deer, wild turkeys, birds (an eagle nests close by), or just sit and read and unwind. We are just two miles from Fairview, and not far from Mio, where you can purchase food and supplies, or eat out when you don't feel like cooking. We provide TV, DVD player, Roku with Netflix, Wifi, wood burning fireplace, fire pit outdoors, Ramp to the back door if needed, swing, grill on large deck, dishwasher, microwave, and coffee pot. Firewood can be purchased on the property for a very reasonable price (On Lori Lane before you get to the A-frame). ******You supply sheets and towels.******

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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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
$75 for each Pet per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*****Please don't forget, You supply sheets and towels*****

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 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
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
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We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fairview

Located in Fairview, this cabin is on the waterfront. Fairview Hills Golf Club and Cedar Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Boney Park and Wild Frontier Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fairview, MI

What's nearby

  • North Helmer Lake - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Garland - 43 min drive - 54.9 km
  • West Twin Lake - 46 min drive - 58.2 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 49 min drive - 71.0 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 52 min drive - 72.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Paddle Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Knot Hole Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fairview Family Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Carrie James - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shoe Tree - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at THE PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE!?

As of 28 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE! on 2 Jan 2026 start from AU$291.21, 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 PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THE PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE!?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at THE PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is THE PERFECT SPOT TO UNWIND, RELAX AND ENJOY NATURE! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of North Helmer Lake, Perry Lake and Comins Township Hall. Oscoda County Library and Boney Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 224 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 224 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Cabin is clean and very comfortable. It is a great spot to relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip K.

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

Great vacation

Great place to rest and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed at the A frame multiple times for over 35 years. The repeated trips are the best example of how much we enjoy being there . We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th year at your cabin. We love the hiking trails. Grandkids fishing for the first time.....fun. Sitting by the fire pit reading & enjoying how quite it is.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bulb over kitchen sink was out. Lights on back deck are out
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time having the pleasure of staying at this beautiful property. Clean, cozy cabin with all the essentials. Gorgeous deck overlooking large pond. Love that they provide kayaks and a fishing boat. Wi-Fi for watching Netflix, games etc. Will be back again. Thanks so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Great place for amazing family time, especially nature lovers!

It was clean, great location and an attentive host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

annette k.

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

GET AWAY

HAD A VERY NICE TIME.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela C.

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

Peaceful Cabin

Our family enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erek S.

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

Great stay!

Very relaxed, beautiful location. Great hiking trails! Would definitely recommend to my friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

tim n.

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

Private and Peaceful

Great place to relax, very comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Perfect Weekend Stay

Lovely property and clean cabin. We had a blast last weekend playing hockey at the local park and watching rally cars. This was the perfect place to come back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Peace and tranquility

This is our 4th visit to the Aframe. The setting is idyllic, nature is everywhere. It is more peaceful than anywhere Ive ever been. We will be returning next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Relaxing stay

Very quiet and peaceful surroundings for a weekend stay. We had a great time! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha V.

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

Great weekend getaway!

Beautiful setting, clean place, and close to some gorgeous walking trails. Very nice spot to spend a weekend away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Our stay

Loved the property. It had everything we needed and was so peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

Perfect Weekend Escape

My friend and I had the best weekend at this property! The information regarding location, local amenities, and the cabin itself were spot on and it was SO clean! We loved waking up to seeing the blue jays and cardinals enjoying their breakfast from the back deck and it was exactly the relaxing experience we were hoping for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We totally enjoyed our stay at this property. The surroundings so peaceful. We still kept busy. We kayaked the AuSable River, went to Perry Lake with our pontoon and had excellent fishing. We were able to have a fish fry and still take some home for the freezer. Visited Hubbard Lake and drove over to Alpena one of the days. Last day was gorgeous, so we checked out McCollum Lake, not very far from cabin. We really enjoyed that lake. Walked the trails at cabin, kayaked at the pond and had a fire every night. GOOD TIMES, GOOD MEMORIES!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michele r.

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

Christmas at the cabin

We really enjoyed our stay.. the home was lovely and equipped with all of our needs. I would like to come back in the summer months to enjoy the lake only steps away
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith O.

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

We needed a place to escape from "the busyness" and just relax with our pup - this was the perfect place ... quiet, beautiful and welcoming. We have already booked another stay for next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Great cabin away

Everything was as expected and we had a great time at the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica K.

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

Magical Family Get-away

This place is really beautiful and spacious, our family of six had plenty of space and privacy. Just remote enough to enjoy a quiet weekend full of fishing, exploration and s’mores around the fire! We will definitely come back again in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariel R., Ohio

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

Peaceful cabin

We love our stay very quiet area . Very clean 3 big bedrooms Definitely I will be back thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

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

Relaxing

We love the property that the cottage is on. So private, lovely to go for walks. No traffic noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Amazing time

The cabin was amazing and the location even better we will 100 percent be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

About the host

Hosted by Derek

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The Detweiler's built the AFrame in 1969 and have been renting to vacationers ever since that time. There are many second generation families still vacationing at these cabins that they stayed at during their childhood. Our family has recently started to manage the property with our main goal being to keep everything like Ruel and Sara managed it. Our family has been coming to the Detweiler's cabins since 1982; hunting, fishing and enjoying nature. We have so many fond memories of our times spent here and we know that many other families have similar cherished memories here. That's what makes this place so special to so many.

Why they chose this property

This is a beautiful place to enjoy all four seasons. In the spring, maple syrup is made from trees on the property, wild flowers, and mushrooms abound in the area. Spring is a good time to view deer, turkey, and migrating birds. Summer is family time for hiking, fishing, swimming, or basking in the Michigan sun. There is time for day trips to Mackinaw Island, or Light Houses along the shore. In the fall, the autumn colors are some of the best in the state. Winter snow and frozen lakes bring joy to skiers, snowmobilers, and ice fisherman. This is also time to enjoy a good book by the crackling fireplace.

What makes this property unique

The A-Frame cottage is unique with its open stairway leading to the third bedroom in the open loft with upper deck off the bedroom. WiFi is available and allows you to bring your work with you if you choose. The dishwasher and wood burning fireplace are also newer to the AFrame. The best thing that many enjoy, is the privacy and away- from- it- all feeling that you have when you stay here.

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