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Escape to the forest with a stay at this Roscommon vacation rental, nestled less than 1 mile from Higgins Lake. Unwind in the evenings around the fire pit and enjoy al fresco dining on the deck after a day of lounging on the beach or riding snowmobile trails. The cottage offers all comforts of home, including 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a full kitchen.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Higgins Lake Retreat - Hike, Swim, Relax!

  • Book a stay at this Roscommon vacation rental for a retreat filled with fresh air and sunshine! Nestled in the forest less than 1 mile from Higgins Lake, this quaint cottage invites you to take a true escape from everyday life. Enjoy all the comforts of home in this space, offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a full kitchen. After a day lounging on the beach at Higgins Lake State Park or riding the snowmobile trails, come home to gather around the fire pit and dine out on the deck!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    Quiet & Secluded | ~7 Mi to Houghton Lake | Family Friendly

    Bedroom: Queen Bed, Twin Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Queen Bed, Futon | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

    INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, board games, wood-burning stove, dining table, ceiling fans, kids toys
    OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, outdoor dining set, Weber gas grill, charcoal grill, fire pit, picnic table
    KITCHEN: Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, K-Cups provided, toaster, blender, cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels
    GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, towels & linens, washer & dryer, mini split heating & A/C, baseboard heating in bedrooms & bathrooms, keyless entry
    FAQ: Stairs required to access, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, 4WD recommended in winter
    PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed, RV hookup available

    -- THE LOCATION --

    LAKE LIFE: Sam-o-set Park And Beach (1.3 miles), Public Boat Launch (1.6 miles), Houghton Lake (7.1 miles), Campbell's Canoe & Kayak Livery (14.6 miles)
    MORE OUTDOORS: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (10.2 miles), Hanson Hills Recreation Area (19.6 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (21.7 miles), Mt. Holiday (54.8 miles), snowmobiling, ATV riding, off-roading, hiking, biking
    THINGS TO DO: Lyon Township Park (3.7 miles), Civilian Conservation Corp Museum (5.9 miles), Wellington Farm Park (10.5 miles), Roscommon Zoo (20.1 miles), Snow Snake Ski & Golf (38.8 miles)
    AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (56.3 miles)

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    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - No pets allowed
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
    - NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
    - NOTE: 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is necessary in the winter months to access the property

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Roscommon is home to this cottage. 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 North Higgins Lake State Park and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Visit our Roscommon travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Wide sandy beach and an aquamarine horizon. North Higgins Lake State Park encompasses much of the shore of Higgins Lake; voted the sixth most beautiful lake in the world by National Geographic. ; Shut
    North Higgins Lake State Park
    8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Beautiful Hiking Trail around Marl Lake by South Higgins Lake State Park, Roscommon Michigan
    South Higgins Lake State Park
    11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Higgins Lake
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Houghton Lake
    8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Au Sable River
    19 min drive - 19.6 miles

Restaurants

  • Northshore Lounge
    11 min drive
  • The Country Corner Partystore and Pizza
    11 min drive
  • The Polar Parlor Pizza & Ice Cream
    12 min drive
  • Cut River Grille
    15 min drive
  • Four Seasons Party Store
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Higgins Lake Retreat - Hike, Swim, Relax! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Higgins Lake Retreat - Hike, Swim, Relax!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Higgins Lake Retreat - Hike, Swim, Relax!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Higgins Lake Retreat - Hike, Swim, Relax!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Higgins Lake Retreat - Hike, Swim, Relax! located?

Situated in Roscommon, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Higgins Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lyon Township Park and Scotch Pine Road End Public Leisure Area. North Higgins Lake State Park and Civilian Conservation Corps Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Higgins Lake Retreat - Hike, Swim, Relax! Reviews

Reviews

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9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great Place for the Price

The place was perfect for our fishing/golfing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Adorable Cozy

Beautiful and clean we really enjoyed our stay super close to the boat launch. Very well stocked with everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Cozy, Convenient Northwoods Fwel

Stayed here while vacationing with friends to enjoy lake life and local recreation. The property provided great cooking accomodations and amazing property to enjoy fires and bbq'ing outdoors. Great location to get anywhere you need to go for an area day trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time at this home and it was just as great as the first time! The host is very professional and responds quickly to any correspondence! The location is fantastic, being in a very quiet, heavily wooded small community. The birding here is wonderful with many different species to enjoy. It is close to both state parks which have wonderful beaches and swimming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Awesome

Loved very thing about this place was awesome and very good stay totally recommend this place 10 out 10 times
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Beautiful!

Had a wonderful stay at the Higgins Lake retreat. It had everything we needed, and was very comfortable, cozy, and cute. Was tucked back in the woods so felt very private, but a short drive to the lake and conveniently located near many of the other beautiful places the area has to offer. Would definitely come back and stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

monica B.

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

Wonderful place to stay

This property was welcoming the minute we pulled up the driveway. Once inside even more so. Everything was clean and it was well stocked with items - cookware, dishes, coffee maker, and more! I would recommend this place over and over.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Lake trip

The house was located very closely to Higgins Lake. The house was clean and perfectly fit our needs. We loved the lights out by the bonfire area. We enjoyed our stay here and would love to come stay again next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

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

Highly recommend

Beautiful home and incredibly peaceful. We needed a play to stay as a jump off point for a trip with our side by side and this property fit the bill perfectly. Clean, convenient and great communication with property owners. We will definitely be renting this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie B.

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

Higgins

Easy peasy. Place was clean, had no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Annual Higgins vacation

My husband and I go up to Higgins every year with his family. We've stayed in many different places and so far, this one is our favorite! We loved this cozy little home tucked away in the woods. Very scenic, beautiful, and relaxing. It's everything we needed with nearby access to Higgins and Houghton for some good old fashioned fun in the sun. We were very impressed with everything that was already there for us to use (pots, pans, aluminum foil, sponges and dish soap, etc etc). We would gladly stay there again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Perfect Location

What a wonderful experience! The home is just right the right size, in a great, quiet location. Trees all around give a feeling of privacy even though there are homes around the area. We were visited by deer each morning and even in the evening while we were enjoying a fire! The host is fantastic, answering any questions you may have very quickly and efficiently! We would love to return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin! Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo

The Paul’s

We always enjoy our visits to Higgins Lake! Higgins Lake Retreat was great! It was clean, close to everything and very welcoming!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and comfortable, tucked away in the woods. Manager was very responsive. We especially enjoyed the deck and the loft bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Perfect

Had a blast with my fiancé in this perfect cozy little cottage, everything is as listed and plenty to do and see im town. Definitely recommend amd we will be back for sure!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Nice place for family

Kids stayed in loft. Spouse and I in master. Worked out well - we drive for access to lake - quiet area - plenty of towels and well stocked kitchen
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

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

Weekend stay for Winterfest

Our weekend stay was fantastic at this cozy cabin. The fireplace is great to make for a warm night playing cards. The cabin is very close to the lake and to where the events were being held for Winterfest. We enjoyed every minute of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Awesome!

Had an amazing time with my fiancé! House has everything you need and is very cozy, clean and peaceful, not too far from town and lots of stuff to do, Kevin was very helpful and responded right away! Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

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

Amazing Time!

We stayed at the beautiful Higgins Lake Retreat with family. The place was spotless and had everything we needed. It has A/C, but with the numerous ceiling fans it was not needed. Living room furniture and beds are all very comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked, and all of the appliances work perfectly. Very close to Higgins Lake. Thank you for a wonderful time and we plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory R.

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

Greg Ross

Large woodsy lot. Good quality. Open loft. Great first floor bedroom. Kitchen was clean and neat with all standard appliances. Must negotiate stairs to enter. Fire pit. Private setting. Large moveable sofas for kids. The towel bar in main bath needs to be repositioned and attached in a firm manner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vera L.

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

Nice place not a fan of all the housework required at checkout.

Cute cabin, my nieces enjoyed the loft area. I just don't understand why they charge a large cleaning fee then ask the guests to wash & put away all dishes, round up all the towels and put them in the tub and strip the beds & pillows. Taking out the trash and cleaning your items from the refrigerator I get, but not the other stuff...unless you cut down the cleaning fee!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023