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Up North Retreat. Tranquility Awaits!!

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Hillman, MI
  • Brush Creek Mill
    13 min drive
  • Clear Lake State Park
    31 min drive
  • Ocqueoc Falls
    52 min drive
  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    33 min drive

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Looking for a great family getaway in Northern Michigan? This place has it all!!
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5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (6)
The price is NZ$1,074
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Looking for a great family getaway in Northern Michigan? This place has it all!!

About the area

Hillman

When you stay at this vacation home in Hillman, you'll be on the waterfront and 13 minutes by car from Brush Creek Mill. .This vacation home is 17 mi (27.4 km) from Clear Lake State Park and 20.4 mi (32.8 km) from Turtle Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Brush Creek Mill - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 31 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Northern Lights Arena - 42 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 52 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Garland - 56 min drive - 62.0 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charly O's Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chauncey's Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jimmers Hi-Way Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Up North Retreat. Tranquility Awaits!!

Our Up North Retreat awaits you. Sitting on Long Lake in Hillman, Mi. This is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath house with a separate cabin detached from the house. There is a hot tub and sauna inside the house. There is an unbeatable view of the island in the middle of the lake. The sunset at this property is absolutely breath taking. This truly is a 4 seasons house. The swimming and fishing in this lake are incredible. There is also a full volleyball court to enjoy for family fun right outside the house. We also have Kayaks and a paddle board at the house. In the summer and fall we do have pontoon and Jet ski rentals available. The fall offers beautiful colors all around the lake. There is also plenty to see and do in the area. There is Elk viewing and Elk tours that are only 10 mins away at Thunder Bay Golf Resort. There is an amazing apple orchard with tons to offer and see about 30 mins away at Knaebe's Apple Farm & Cider works. There are also miles of walking trails at beautiful Ocqueoc falls. An awesome sight for any adventurer and outdoor enthusiast. In the winter at this property, you will be able to enjoy a fireplace in the living room to warm up at. There are also tons of snowmobile trails in the area. The trailhead for snowmobiles is only 5 miles away. The ice fishing in the winter is great on the lake. Within a 10-minute drive you can also be at 3 different lakes in the area. You can also cross-country ski around the lake in the winter and there is also plenty of hills in the area to go sledding down. There is also Thunder Bay winery and Austin Brothers brewing company in the area for other attractions around. Endless possibilities at his up north escape. Summer months this property accommodates 10 people and the Winter months it accommodates 6.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a spa tub and a sauna.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Elizabeth Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Waterskiing 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
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

Property is also known as

Up Retreat Tranquility Awaits
Up North Retreat. Tranquility Awaits!! Hillman
Up North Retreat. Tranquility Awaits!! Private vacation home

Up North Retreat. Tranquility Awaits!! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay!
This location was fantastic and exceeded expectations! Clear communication and beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hillman - Long Lake
Great, except slightly slippery down stone path to lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation set up!
Everything was great on the trip! The house is just like the pictures show. Hot tub and sauna both are fantastic. Pontoon boat ran perfect. Everything was great! I recommend this property to anyone wanting an up north lake vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy up north cabin
Nice clean cabin. Beautiful lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage and view
It was a beautiful place! Great location to do some exploring since there was no ice to ice fish! Can’t help the weather! Great view of the lake, cozy, loved the decor!! Hot tub was a hit, it could have been a little fuller to be able to run jets on full speed without a lot of people in it! Also maybe leave a few laundry detergent to wash towels while we are there! Had none to wash some towels from being in and out of the hot tub! But every everything about the place was great.. with the gas fireplace made it even more cozy! would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect stay, comfy beds, all amenities that we needed. Matthew the host was on spot and very accommodating. Will stay again for our next hunting trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful relaxing retreat
This was a perfect spot for our family vacation. There was plenty of room with everything right at the lake to enjoy. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JUDY A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Hosts
Our family enjoyed this property for 5 days. The home is very clean and comfortable. The clean big hot tub was a huge hit, a real asset as we encountered a few cooler/rainy days. The hosts were very easy to communicate with; always very responsive and accommodating. Long Lake is a clean clear body of water. Lovely location. Highly recommended. Thank you Liz and Matt.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend Get Away
The house is perfectly positioned on the lake with a tremendous view and lake access. Matt and Liz are perfect hosts and responsive to any inquiries. Everything you could want is at your finger tips; sauna, hot tub, sand volleyball, kayaks, dock, rental pontoon and jet ski available. Perfect Northern Michigan get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
4 day weekend
Very enjoyable property, well thought out amenities. We enjoyed the kayaks and the pontoon boat, as well as relaxing at the house. The kitchen has everything and there are plenty of towels. Very nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our family time
Beautiful lake with a new dock right on the water. The kayaks, paddle board, fire pit and volleyball all added to the fun. The jet ski was a hit. The house was very clean and had everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Up North Winter Retreat
We really enjoyed our time at this lake side retreat up north. Wish we could have stayed longer but it was not in the cards this time due to work and family commitments. Definitely plan on staying here again in the future. The house is very clean throughout. The knotty pine/log cabin/Earl Young inspired stonework is tastefully carried throughout. It is nicely appointed and decorated for year-round enjoyment. Appliances are all clean, modern, higher end and recently new. Well stocked kitchen with pots, pans, utensils, food prep, food serving and dinner ware. We were met at the house for a personal tour and explanation of its workings. Contact phone numbers and local emergency services are posted in the entry way for quick reference. After a day of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, we found ourselves warming by the gas log fireplace and sipping hot tea, before a shower and soothing aching muscles in the hot tube and dry sauna. The three TVs have more live channels, plus Netflix and other streaming services than a person knows what to do with. WiFi was great for connecting to VPN at the office. Also used it for WiFi calling as Verizon data and call coverage was intermittent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great winter getaway!
We had a fabulous stay! We loved the location close to snowmobile trails and enjoyed the hot tub! Would definitely recommend it and stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Winter Retreat!
A group of friends and I booked this amazing home for a New Years Eve stay. The home was very clean and well maintained. The beds were comfortable, hot tub was clean, and Wi-Fi and TV’s worked great! The gas fireplace was amazing in the cold Michigan winter! Owner meet us on site to go over all the details of the home, which was very helpful. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Away!
Our group of friends decided on a whim to book a trip away together for Labor Day Weekend. We stumbled upon the listing for this house (were shocked that it was still available based on the listing) and immediately booked it! The property is amazing and exactly as described in the listing. We used just about all of the amenitites that were offered - from the kayaks to the paddle board to the jet ski. The property manager is very friendly and easy to reach if you have any questions. I'm hoping that we are able to rent this cabin again in the future - it was the perfect spot for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simit D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Pros: 1. Crystal clear lake - priceless 2. Includes 4 kayaks & a paddle board - priceless 3. Includes almost a brand new hot tub - priceless 4. Includes a very well maintained fully functional Sauna - priceless 5. More than ample towels, amenities for entire family/friends/kids - 6 adults 3 kids. 6. Washer/Dryer - Super PLUS 7. Volleyball court & firepit - TOTALLY amazing 8. Pontoon - Did not rent but cost was 75% cheaper than city cost. 9. Decently spacious. Not too big but not small either. 10. Love everything about the log house. 11. Super low mosquito population - Priceless. 12. Quick response from owner - Very helpful. Cons: None. Just 1 feedback for owner: 2-4 additional set of toilet papers would go million miles. 2 roles (both used) for a family of 7 was a bit rough, as anyone could understand. Other than that, we will definitely rent the house all over again :):) Note to owner: You have gone over & beyond providing for your renters. We really appreciate you sharing your house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent getaway
This was a great getaway for the family. The kids loved being at the lake. The home is spacious and has everything needed. It isn’t far from Alpena to see Lake Huron. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in the up north sun
Three generations all enjoyed everything this home had to offer. The accommodations were even nicer than the pictured. The lake and sunsets were gorgeous. I hate to highly recommend this home because I fear it may not be available for us to return next time! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Everything was exactly as pictured. The property owners were great. The lake is crystal clear. Overall, a great time had by all. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

shelly d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Lakehouse Vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay The location on Long Lake is premier Accommodations were excellent the house had everything we needed. The hot tub, sauna and jet ski rental were a hit with the whole family. The hosts are wonderful People, very friendly and helpful with questions about the area. I highly recommend, we will be back in 2023!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022