Title: Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=80083410&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! ## Photo gallery for Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! ![Smart TV - Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! (St Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80090000/80083500/80083410/81efcae0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! (St Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80090000/80083500/80083410/cf940e4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! (St Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80090000/80083500/80083410/433729cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! (St Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80090000/80083500/80083410/443662dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! (St Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/81000000/80090000/80083500/80083410/a015416c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the north and unwind in our cozy cottage, nestled near St. Helen Lake with walking distance access to water recreation. Cook up a storm on the charcoal grill or gather around the fire pit for S'mores, while enjoying puzzles or board games inside. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81440 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! Looking to escape up north and enjoy the Lake? Miles upon miles of trails for your ORV. Rest and Recharge at our cottage with room to sleep 8\. Walking distance from St. Helen Lake for water recreation. Open floor plan w/ 1 bed and bath on 1st floor. 1 full bedroom and another for the "little's" upstairs (This room is only about 5 foot tall. An adult will not be able to stand upright in this room). Trail access is just down the road and everything in town can be accessed with your ORV or snowmobile sled! The space Enjoy a calm relaxed getaway in our cottage where you can stroll down to the lake, rest on the deck or light up the charcoal grill to cook the catch of the day. Out back, cook some S'mores or enjoy a cold one by the fire. Inside we invite you to open the hallway closet where you will find our supply of puzzles or a board games to play at the kitchen table. (there is a leaf under the table that can be opened to make it larger) You can also hop in the car and enjoy Houghton lake or Higgins Lake with just a short drive. Guest access You will have access to the whole cottage with the exception of the 2 Garages. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,440 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117880000/117876200/117876195/56c8d5f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2-bedroom cabin with AC, WiFi in lovely Houghton Lake Houghton Lake - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill 8.6 Excellent 7 reviews £312 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=117876195&PinnedHotelID=117876195&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89110000/89107500/89107416/c73accc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super clean cabin near ORV trails & AuSable River, walking distance to town Mio. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 ## About the area Located in St. Helen, this cottage is on a lake. Birch Point Golf Club and The Nightmare Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ogemaw Nature Park and Zettel Farms and Orchard. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our St. Helen travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Helen.dx6340115) [View more Cottages in St. Helen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Helen-Cottages.d6340115-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.355766,-84.48213&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:sbwmGhlsbO%3FU%3FU%3FU%40S%40W%3FS%40U%40W%40SBU%40UBS%40UBUBSBUDUBSBSDUDSBUFSDQDSDSFSFSDSFQFQFSHQFSFQHOFQHQHQHOHQHMJQHMJQHMJOJMJMJMHMLMJMJMLKJKLKJKLILMLIJILILILINGLILGLGNELGNGLELENENELCNENCLCNCNALCNANANANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40N%40NBN%40NBLBNBNDLBNDLDNDLDNFLFLDNFLFLHLFNHLHJHLHLHLLJHLJLJJJLJJLJLJLJLJLJLJLJNHLJPHLJPHLHPHNHPFPHPHNFPFRHPFRFPFRDPFRDRFRDRDPDRDTDRBTDRBRDTBT%40RBTBTBR%40T%40TBR%40V%40T%3FR%40V%3FR%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FTAT%3FTAT%3FTARAVCTARATCTCRCTATCRETCTERCRERETERERERGREPGRERGPGRGRIPGPGPINIRGNIPIPININKNINKNINKLKLKNKLKJKLKLKLMJKJMJMJKJMJMHMJKFMHOHMHMFMFOFMFMDOFMDODMDODMDOBOBMDO%40OBO%40OBM%40O%3FO%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAO%3FOAOCMAOCOAMEOCOCMEOEOEMEMEOGMEOGMGMGMGOIMIMIMGKKMIMKMKKKMKKKMKKMKMMMIKKMKOKMKMIOKOIOKOIOIOIQIQIOGSIOGQGQIQGSGSGQESGSGQESESESGSCUESESCSCUEUCSCUCUASCUAUCSAUAWAS%3FUAUAU%3FU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JOQ6SMuTDQ91xOyipLlMC6hSCS8=) St Helen, MI ### What's nearby - ![Beautiful Hiking Trail around Marl Lake by South Higgins Lake State Park, Roscommon Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532659828/0ac6df6d-fbf1-4aef-9386-21bcbfed76d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) South Higgins Lake State Park 25 min drive \- 26.1 miles - Lake Saint Helen 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - The Dream Golf Course 15 min drive \- 15.3 miles - Houghton Lake 16 min drive \- 13.5 miles - Au Sable River 29 min drive \- 39.0 miles ### Restaurants - The Angry Oven 14 min drive - Beef A Roo 13 min drive - Mr B’s Deli & Cafe 12 min drive - Sam’s Diner 12 min drive - Cedar Inn Back Door Pizza 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails!? ### What time is check-in at Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails!? ### What time is check-out at Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails!? ### Where is Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Only a short walk to the lake! Or a Short ride to the trails! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan E. 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Cottage by Lake St. Helen We have family with a cottage on the lake. We loved this place as a remote place to stay. Super comfy, well stocked and comfortable beds. Look forward to booking again next year. ##### Dan E. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas B. 25 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just Right! Deer hunting trip with son and grandsons. Clean, warm, cozy, just bring food, all else supplied. Nice! ##### Thomas B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danny D. 8 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary trip We came for our anniversary to this cozy cabin! It was an adorable home that was warm and welcoming as soon we walked through the doors! Super clean and adorable! We loved how close the walk was to the beach and the fire pit in the back was so nice to relax around! The massage chair was a awesome! We can’t wait to come back with our family and make some more wonderful memories! Highly recommend this lovely home for your next vacation get away. The owners for very responsive and easily available for all of our questions!!!! ##### Danny D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JEREMY B. 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great little spot. Clean and great for all ages. Blaise was super helpful. Thanks! ##### JEREMY B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyle F. 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very peaceful & quiet neighborhood. Short drive to St. Helen and Houghton Lake areas. 9 hole golf course just a short drive away was very nice (shot a 40 ). Most amenities were available to us for use. Cabin was very comfortable & cozy. Our host was very responsive and checked in us during our stay making sure everything was going good. We recommend this cabin as a nice getaway! ![Lake St. Helen](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ccc526bf-7c84-4624-9c2b-8d909d9531e8-1758321313492.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Lake St. Helen](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5cbf5d2a-c060-4231-8592-7a436a86b0cb-1758321313594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Golf course](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/16939a8e-43e2-45c7-b007-c14f79590137-1758321320807.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Golf course](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4b233fbc-2341-4308-bd58-5aca016c8f2f-1758321327287.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lyle F. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia B. 25 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful owner The owner maintained great communication the whole step of the way. Our party was 6 adults, we knew going in that one room was low ceiling and a kid motif. My adult kids just had fun with it and limbo-ed their day to a start. Definitely better for a family with little kiddos, but we would go back! ##### Patricia B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob Z. 21 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We stayed here for 3 nights in August. The place was clean, close to the beach, and overall within par in that price range. I would stay here again. We did not use the fire pit or other anything outside as we mainly used this place as a place to sleep (which btw, the air conditioning works well however the upstairs gets pretty warm). The owners were easy to communicate with. This isn’t luxury, but a cute, clean, and cozy cabin in northern(ish) Michigan. ##### Rob Z. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff H. 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Check-in ##### Jeff H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ---