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Welcome to The Firefly Cottage at Higgins Lake!

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A well-maintained outdoor area with a paved walkway, a large rock centerpiece, and a wooden fence.
A patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a grill.
A spacious living room with a large TV, wooden paneling, and a dining area with bar stools.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a black refrigerator, and pendant lighting.
A small, single-story house with a front porch, a small patio with outdoor furniture, and a mailbox.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Higgins Lake
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

View map
Roscommon, MI
  • Place, Higgins Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Scotch Pine Road End Public Leisure Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd

1 Double Bed

Main

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to The Firefly Cottage at Higgins Lake!

Clear the calendar for a trip to 'The Firefly Cottage’,' a 2-bedroom 1-bath vacation rental house that sleeps 6 in beautiful Higgins Lake! You'll feel the stress melt away from the moment you turn down the street and are greeted with a beautiful lake view at the road end public access.
The entire cottage was completely newly furnished and appointed in 2019 and has been meticulously maintained. The Firefly Cottage will welcome you and make you feel right at home!
Whether you prefer summers spent enjoying all that the beautiful Higgins Lake has to offer or fall and winters on the neighboring trails on your UTV or snowmobile, you'll find an adventure awaits right around the corner. If you prefer old school non-motorized fun, the Firefly offers (4) cruiser bikes for guest enjoyment. Kick back, relax, and enjoy one of the world’s most beautiful lakes!

The space
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed & (2) Twin Premium Memory Foam roll away beds. Window air conditioner.
Bedroom 2: Full bed
All new memory foam mattresses, linens and bedding.
Bath: Walk in shower

After each busy day, come back to the cottage for a barbecued dinner on the propane grill and marshmallows around the bonfire. (A charcoal grill is also available and stored in the garage.)

Enjoy a morning coffee or outdoor meal on the front patio with a view of the lake only 100 yards away.

The Firefly Cottage is the perfect spot where up-north charm and modern amenities perfectly coincide. Equipped with high speed wireless internet and Smart TV with access to all your streaming channels you subscribe to in case you need to wind down from the day’s adventures. A portable air conditioner in the living area and window unit in the master bedroom provide cooling comfort when needed.

Sorry but no smoking and no pets allowed.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
Smoking in home will forfeit security deposit.
The cottage is located in a residential area with full time residents as neighbors. Please respect the neighbors by honoring quiet time hours 10pm-8am
Excessive cleanup may result in charge to security/damage policy.
No smoking inside cottage. If smoking outside on property, please dispose of ashes and butts appropriately.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7918152
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

Roscommon

Located in Roscommon, this holiday home is on a lake. Gerrish Township Community Park Marina and The Fox Golf Club 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 snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Roscommon, MI

What's nearby

  • Higgins Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Scotch Pine Road End Public Leisure Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • North Higgins Lake State Park - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Au Sable River - 23 min drive - 35.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Northshore Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Matt's Lake Street Grill & Pizzeria - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Country Corner Partystore and Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Polar Parlor Pizza & Ice Cream - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cut River Grille - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to The Firefly Cottage at Higgins Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcome to The Firefly Cottage at Higgins Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to The Firefly Cottage at Higgins Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to The Firefly Cottage at Higgins Lake!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to The Firefly Cottage at Higgins Lake! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps away from Scotch Pine Road End Public Leisure Area and Higgins Lake. Gerrish Township Community Park Marina and South Higgins Lake State Park are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 65 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bruce c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific location next to Higgins Lake and very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rod B.

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

Value, value, value

We stayed here for a high school fishing tournament. It was perfect for our needs. Nicely furnished, clean and affordable. Would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pietro p.

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

Cute and Quaint location close to Higgens lake

Excellent property close to the water. Cottage is clean, comfortable and well maintained. It shows the host is a proud owner of a great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jillian H.

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

Great getaway on Higgins Lake!

The cottage was cleanly, cute and just right for a summer weekend up north. We loved the extra thoughtfulness of having a little cooler to use, bug spray, spices, etc. Super close to the water and a nice dock to hang on. I’d recommend to anyone and definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

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

Swanky, comfortable, beautiful

Gorgeous place, comfortable beds, amazing location. Host very helpful. Decorations were super cute. Fast Wi-Fi making it easy to combine work and vacation. Loved the fully usable kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

edward m.

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

Firefly cottage

Absolutely wonderful. Great location. Property was very clean and well appointed. Michelle was readily available if we had any questions. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shawn p.

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

Love coming back to this cabin!

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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Charming Home Away from Home

Communication, check in and check out was phenomenal. It was perfect, relaxing and everything needed for a relaxing weekend away. All the details were addressed, and everything was simple and perfect. There were so many ways to enjoy your vacation in this place, for any type of vacation you are looking for. It was definitely versatile and perfect place to reset!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicki B.

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

Great cottage!

The Firefly is a great cottage! It was very clean, cutely decorated and had everything we needed for a 3 night stay. The beds were comfortable, even the roll away bed! The lake access at the end of the street was perfect for swimming and launching the kayaks we brought. We also enjoyed the Roscommon farmers market on Saturday and the train museum. Communication with Michelle was fantastic and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Visit with family and friends in Michigan

This property was very easy to book, communication was excellent and check in was extremely easy. The cottage was extremely clean which was so appreciated. The beds were comfy, plenty of linens, and kitchen was well stocked. We loved being able to see the lake from the front deck and we really enjoyed the fire pit on the back patio. Thank you for hosting us at your cottage, we really enjoyed our stay and would have spent extra time there if possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

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

Love this cottage!

This is, without a doubt, the cleanest rental property we have ever experienced. Totally welcoming, very nicely outfitted modern kitchen and open floor plan, comfortable furniture, great hot water, literally steps from your lake access with a great dock and that crystal clear Higgins Lake water, cool fire pit, and much more. Easy communications with helpful polite owners. We recommend this darling 2-bedroom cottage whole-heartedly, and would be delighted to stay here again. Thank you, Michelle and Bryan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

fantastic!

Michelle was easy to contact and very responsive. Very clean and very comfortable furniture, beds, etc. Residential neighborhood was a welcoming change from most rentals so close to the lake. Very pleased!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

The cleanest, most well done VRBO I have ever stayed in.

WHAT A GEM! If you are looking for a place in Higgins lake this is it! Booking and check in was a breeze. Everything was spotless and welcoming upon arrival. Everything we needed was there but it didn’t feel at all cluttered. The beds were very comfy...even the roll away! Location was spot on with easy access to the water and a nice quiet road for walks and bike rides. I could go on and on...the firefly cottage stole our hearts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2021
Thanks so much Ashley! This makes my heart happy! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

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

Awesome location and amenities

A great place with access to the lake about a block away! Very clean and the main living area was modern and comfortable. A great place for a few people to hang out if the weather is rainy. The best part though is when the weather is nice. There is a back yard with plenty of space to hang out or to prep for heading to the lake. Between the driveway and the garage there's plenty of room to organize the water toys for kids or adults. Beds are super comfortable too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiziano B.

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

The Perfect Getaway Cottage

The firefly cottage is the perfect place for a summertime getaway to the lake. The house is amazing and fully stocked and appointed. This isn’t your normal VRBO that always seems to be missing a key item for cooking dinner, etc - if you need something, it’s available in this house. Add in the bikes and fire pit outside for use and whatever you want to do while here, you’ve got. The location is literally steps away from a public dock on Higgins, making it possible to boat all morning and make a quick stop back to the house to grab lunch and get back out on the lake for more fun. Can’t recommend enough and would absolutely come back and stay again. Book this place, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is an amazing location with easy access to the lake at the road end. The hosts are amazing and communicated well. The house was very clean and well appointed, one of the best we've rented.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our time at the Firefly Cottage. Super clean, very cute, and a peaceful cottage/neighborhood. The host was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property at Higgins Lake is a must stay! Michelle the host has a very good attention to detail and communication is outstanding! The property is stocked very well with all the necessary items that you need! I would recommend this property to family and friends anytime!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very clean and well stocked. The bed and living room seating was comfortable. We enjoyed the location and short walk to the water. The host was prompt with all communications.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ami L.

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

Amazing As Always

This is our second time here! We love it so much! So homey and quite and close to the beautiful water. The place is always spotless and owners always answer immediately! We will be staying agian for our next weekend trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

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

Lovely cottage

Clean, comfortable, nicely decorated, and had everything we needed. Only 20 minutes from Grayling, Roscommon, or Houghton Lake. Nice, quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beckie K.

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

Fall Trip

Close to South Higgins Lake. A very short walk to a long pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Trip to Higgens Lake

A very lovely peaceful place. Great place to visit nearby places like Hartwick Pines and Mackinaw Island. The state parks are very nice too. The beds and accessories in the rental are very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Higgins Lake 2022- Awesome

Our stay at the Firefly cottage was excellent!! It felt more like a home than a cabin. The lake is beautiful and clear and the sand is white and soft. We rented a boat near by and enjoyed every minute. Michelle and Bryan are excellent host and very easy to communicate with. Can't wait to come back.!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GARY S.

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

Cute as a button

Loved our stay at the Firefly Cottage. Quiet, comfortable, clean, access to the lake, South Higgins Lake State Park nearby. Great host. Just right!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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