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AU SABLE RIVER GETAWAY

 
 
 
Higgins Lake house rental - Entrance view, road side. Walkway is handicap-friendly.
Entrance view, road side. Walkway is handicap-friendly.
  • Higgins Lake house rental - Entrance view, road side. Walkway is handicap-friendly.
    Living room
    Living room seen from loft, reached by stairway at right of photo.
    Pileated woodpecker comes for a taste of orange in early summer.
    Lounge chairs at river side of bridge ready for relaxing.
    Kayaking the Mason Wilderness Tract. Rentals, shuttle, available in Roscommon.
  • Higgins Lake house rental - Master bedroom with eight-foot custom door wall looking onto the river.
    Upstairs loft and half-bath, through open door
    Kayaking the river into the Mason Tract. House seen from river.
    Fly fishing in front of the house (catch-release only, please.
    Home includes a fire pit on the river side.
    Looking downstream from the bridge area in summer.
  • Higgins Lake house rental - Higgins Lake South State Park. Water is knee-deep for 700 feet, great for kids.
    Calphalon cookware, combination convection or normal gas range, dishwasher
    Cross-country skiing the Mason Tract trail.
    Bridge to river in winter
    Looking out front door
  • Higgins Lake house rental
    Winter. Bridge goes across a pond in front of the house and leads to river.
 
Higgins Lake house rental - Entrance view, road side. Walkway is handicap-friendly.

Entrance view, road side. Walkway is handicap-friendly.

Living room

Living room

Living room seen from loft, reached by stairway at right of photo.

Living room seen from loft, reached by stairway at right of photo.

Pileated woodpecker comes for a taste of orange in early summer.

Pileated woodpecker comes for a taste of orange in early summer.

Lounge chairs at river side of bridge ready for relaxing.

Lounge chairs at river side of bridge ready for relaxing.

Kayaking the Mason Wilderness Tract. Rentals, shuttle, available in Roscommon.

Kayaking the Mason Wilderness Tract. Rentals, shuttle, available in Roscommon.

Master bedroom with eight-foot custom door wall looking onto the river.

Master bedroom with eight-foot custom door wall looking onto the river.

Upstairs loft and half-bath, through open door

Upstairs loft and half-bath, through open door

Kayaking the river into the Mason Tract. House seen from river.

Kayaking the river into the Mason Tract. House seen from river.

Fly fishing in front of the house (catch-release only, please.

Fly fishing in front of the house (catch-release only, please.

Home includes a fire pit on the river side.

Home includes a fire pit on the river side.

Looking downstream from the bridge area in summer.

Looking downstream from the bridge area in summer.

Higgins Lake South State Park. Water is knee-deep for 700 feet, great for kids.

Higgins Lake South State Park. Water is knee-deep for 700 feet, great for kids.

Calphalon cookware, combination convection or normal gas range, dishwasher

Calphalon cookware, combination convection or normal gas range, dishwasher

Cross-country skiing the Mason Tract trail.

Cross-country skiing the Mason Tract trail.

Bridge to river in winter

Bridge to river in winter

Looking out front door

Looking out front door

Winter. Bridge goes across a pond in front of the house and leads to river.

Winter. Bridge goes across a pond in front of the house and leads to river.

  • Bedrooms1
  • Sleeps8
  • 1 Bathroom, 
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Higgins Lake vacation house rental
House, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1.5 Baths, (Sleeps 6-8)

Relax at A Private Riverfront Getaway Only 6 Miles From The Lake

National Geographic Called The World’s 6th Most Beautiful

Welcome to The River House, our Au Sable riverfront home, for rent to caring, responsible individuals who appreciate the serenity of seeing bald eagles fly, hummingbirds and orioles land at window feeders, deer out the front door and chickadees that eat seeds out of your hands.

Located four miles from downtown Roscommon, six miles from beautiful Higgins Lake (location of two state parks), and just three hours from most of Southeast Michigan, this 1,300-square-foot home is available for select weeks or weekends, or shorter periods. The house sleeps four persons comfortably in a lower bedroom, an upper loft. In addition, two more can sleep on a futon. Inflatable queen beds also is available, so it can accommodate up to eight.

Warning: You must like fly fishing for trout out the front door (catch-and-release, please; instruction and wader guiding available), access to nearby Higgins or Houghton Lakes with your boat, renting kayaks and canoes in downtown Roscommon, and the unparalleled beauty of the Mason Wilderness Tract, and campfires under the Milky Way in our fire pit. Grayling and Hartwick Pines State Park are only 15 minutes away., You're only two hours by car from Mackinaw City or Traverse City. Satellite TV also is available, as is a four-person hot tub (summer only), and wood-burning fireplace.

Stroll across the pond on our cedar log bridge to enjoy morning coffee beside the river to listen to songbirds and watch as feeding brown and brook trout dimple the water's surface.

Mountain bike on forest two-track auto trails with glimpses of wildlife and the Au Sable, or bicycle into downtown Roscommon. Enjoy two beaches at two state parks on Higgins Lake that are perfect for children.

Roscommon features several restaurants (ask for recommendations), a full-service market, wine shop that is the best in northern Michigan outside of Traverse City, and even an eight-lane bowling alley. Among the golf courses nearby are the beautiful Forest Dunes, rated by Golf Digest as one of the top 100 public courses in the nation, and the friendly Ye Olde Country Club, in existence since the 1920s.

In winter, enjoy cross-country skiing in the incomparable Mason Wilderness Tract, where the snow hangs so deeply it's like entering Narnia through the wardrobe. Other trails are near Grayling and Roscommon. Ski rentals, lessons and trails also are available at Cross-Country Ski Headquarters nearby. Read more at its own website. In summer, bring your bicycle.

A complete list of things to see and do are located in a notebook in our home.

Keywords: Cabin, year-round home on the banks of the South Branch of The Au Sable River, four miles from Roscommon, one mile from the famed Mason Wilderness Tract.

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About The Owner

Bill is an outdoor and travel writer and book author. Denise is communications chief of Southeast Michigan's largest parks system. We both love the outdoors and want to share our experience with you by opening this unique home.

The Owner purchased this house in 2007
Why The Owner chose Higgins Lake

Bill has spent much of his summer fishing and camping in the region and when the opportunity came to purchase a home on the river he loves in 2007, he jumped at it. Its easy access, three hours from most of Southeast Michigan via I-75 (exit 239), makes it an ideal, easy-to-reach getaway.

There is wood walkway leading to the home, making access to the first floor easy for those with disabilities. The home is on one of the eastern United States' best trout streams, and it is a popular canoe/kayak destination as well, with at least three liveries in town offering car spotting and pickup/delivery.

What makes this house unique

Here are a few things to look forward to on your visit: access to three state parks, miles of mountain bike, cross-country ski and hiking trails; brook and brown trout fishing in the famed Au Sable River, kayaking and canoeing, quiet, Narnia-like snowy ski trails, and starry nights you must see to believe in front of a campfire within feet of your front door, or enjoy a glass of wine in the bubbly hot tub while stars glisten overhead.

Higgins Lake house rental - Entrance view, road side. Walkway is handicap-friendly.

Entrance view, road side. Walkway is handicap-friendly.

Living room

Living room

Living room seen from loft, reached by stairway at right of photo.

Living room seen from loft, reached by stairway at right of photo.

Pileated woodpecker comes for a taste of orange in early summer.

Pileated woodpecker comes for a taste of orange in early summer.

Lounge chairs at river side of bridge ready for relaxing.

Lounge chairs at river side of bridge ready for relaxing.

Kayaking the Mason Wilderness Tract. Rentals, shuttle, available in Roscommon.

Kayaking the Mason Wilderness Tract. Rentals, shuttle, available in Roscommon.

Master bedroom with eight-foot custom door wall looking onto the river.

Master bedroom with eight-foot custom door wall looking onto the river.

Upstairs loft and half-bath, through open door

Upstairs loft and half-bath, through open door

Kayaking the river into the Mason Tract. House seen from river.

Kayaking the river into the Mason Tract. House seen from river.

Fly fishing in front of the house (catch-release only, please.

Fly fishing in front of the house (catch-release only, please.

Home includes a fire pit on the river side.

Home includes a fire pit on the river side.

Looking downstream from the bridge area in summer.

Looking downstream from the bridge area in summer.

Higgins Lake South State Park. Water is knee-deep for 700 feet, great for kids.

Higgins Lake South State Park. Water is knee-deep for 700 feet, great for kids.

Calphalon cookware, combination convection or normal gas range, dishwasher

Calphalon cookware, combination convection or normal gas range, dishwasher

Cross-country skiing the Mason Tract trail.

Cross-country skiing the Mason Tract trail.

Bridge to river in winter

Bridge to river in winter

Looking out front door

Looking out front door

Winter. Bridge goes across a pond in front of the house and leads to river.

Winter. Bridge goes across a pond in front of the house and leads to river.

Nearest Airport : Houghton Lake (Traverse City, 60) at 11 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I-75 exit 239 or US 127 Higgins Lake at 6 Miles
Nearest Beach : Higgins Lake State Parks North and South at 7 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Jack's Place at 3 Miles
Nearest Golf : Forest Dunes at 4 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Fred's at 4 Miles
Nearest Point of Interest : Forest Dunes Golf club
Nearest Point of Interest : Mason Tract C-C/hiking trail
Nearest Point of Interest : Cross-Country Ski Headquarters
Nearest Point of Interest : Marl Lake
Nearest Point of Interest : Higgins Lake South State Park
Nearest Point of Interest : Hartwick Pines State Park
Nearest Point of Interest : Forbush Corner cross-country ski area
Nearest Point of Interest : Grayling
Nearest Point of Interest : Tisdale Triangle Pathway
Nearest Point of Interest : Rosommon
Nearest Point of Interest : Hanson Hills Recreation Area
Nearest Point of Interest : Lake Margarethe
Nearest Point of Interest : B&B Marina and boat rental
Nearest Point of Interest : DNR Houghton Lake boat launch
Nearest Point of Interest : DNR south lake boat launch
Nearest Point of Interest : Higgins Lake North State Park
Nearest Point of Interest : More golf
Nearest Point of Interest : Ye Olde Country Club Golf Course
Nearest Point of Interest : Amish communities/cider mill
Nearest Point of Interest : cider mill
Nearest Point of Interest : Wakeley Lake walk-in fishing
Nearest Point of Interest : "Main Stream Au Sable" public accesses.

One mile upstream from the famed Mason Wilderness Tract, view eagles, deer and other wildlife out the front door, relax beside the peaceful South Branch of the Au Sable, fly fish for brown and brook trout (catch and release, please), hunt in fall, enjoy cross-country skiing at several nearby trails including the 12-mile-long Mason Tract Trail, ski rentals, lessons and trails available at nearby Cross-Country Ski Headquarters. Other trails are also within a mile or two of the house. Walkers: Local roads near the house make for a good route.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Higgins Lake, Michigan

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency () unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Notes

  • From $100-$150/nt
  • USD
  • May-June 1 $110 per night* June 1-30 $125 per night. July 1-Nov. $115 per night,*.
  • Nov-March $150 per night* March-May 1 $115 per night.
  • *Renters must clean the house or pay a $65 cleaning fee.
  • *Major holiday weekends,Dec. 24-Jan 1:$175/night.Dept of at least 1 nt.requd.
  • Pls. mail deposit check within 48 hours of booking.
  • From Feb 1-march 31, stay three nights and pay 115 nightly for the rest of stay.
  • Rent three times, and return for $125 each nite in winter.
  • * up to four persons. Owner must approve of more. Holiday rates above apply.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Higgins Lake, Michigan

Property Type:
  • house
Location Type:
  • Water View ...
    175 feet on the South Branch, Au Sable River with firepit for summer campfires out the front door. Deer, bald eagles, birds such as hummingbirds, three species of woodpecker including the
  • Golf Course Front
  • Waterfront ...
    On Au Sable River
General:
  • Wood Fireplace ...
    House is also heated with gas, forced air
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Linens Provided ...
    If you prefer, bring your own
  • Telephone ...
    Local service available; long distance available through your personal calling card.
  • Mobile Phone ...
    Some cell service available, depending on your provider.
  • Washing Machine
  • Parking Off Street ...
    In front of garage (garage not available to guests, sorry)
  • Air Conditioning
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Wireless Internet ...
    High-speed internet available. Password info included inside three-ring binder with info on the house and things to do in the area.
Kitchen:
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    Kitchen features Calphalon cookware (please, hand-wash these ONLY).
  • Dishwasher ...
    apartment-size
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom, 
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 -
  • 1.5
Bedrooms:
  • 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 8
  • Queen size Beds (2) In master bedroom and loft; three other inflatable queen-size beds also available. This house comfortably sleeps three couples if you also includes the queen futon in the living room. It can currently sleep up to seven individuals., Twin or Single Beds (1) futon in loft, Sleep Sofa or Futons (1) One queen futon in living room next to fireplace, and one 'college style' futon in the loft along with the queen bed plus inflatable queen beds (3).
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Music Library ...
    iPod with player
  • CD Player
  • Video Library ...
    Small DVD library located inside the TV cabinet.
  • Stereo
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Direct TV network but no local or pay channels, however access to HBO, Disney, etc. A TV also is located in the lower bedroom, via a repeater from the living room.
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck / Patio ...
    small wood deck on river side of home. Several chairs available.
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • limited accessibility ...
    A wooden sidewalk leads up to the back (road side) door. First floor is all access.
  • pets considered ...
    Piease pick up after your dog; Please bring a blanket to spread if your dog sleeps on furniture, but a portable kennel is preferred. Dogs may also sleep in the enclosed front porch. Please, no wet dogs indoors or in the hot tub.
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
Pool / Spa:
  • jetted tub ...
    This is a small tub, suitable for one person
  • Hot Tub ...
    In summer. Directions are simple and are in the front porch.
Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • cinemas
  • zoo
  • museums
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • eco tourism
  • walking
  • boating
  • shopping
  • wildlife viewing
  • sight seeing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • freshwater fishing
  • skiing
  • mountain biking
  • fishing
  • rafting
  • cycling
  • snowmobiling
  • water skiing
  • cross country skiing
  • sailing
  • hiking
  • jet skiing
  • golf
  • swimming
  • hunting
  • kayaking
  • snowboarding
Notes: Two log beds, lower bedroom features 8-foot doorwall for viewing wildlife, enclosed front porch, 175 feet of river frontage with woods, cedar bridge crosses pond out front to reach river, trout fishing and kayaking

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Higgins Lake, Michigan

Au Sable River Getaway
average rating of 4.6666665 based on 3 reviews
business
Au Sable River Getaway
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p385771vb
734-552-6872
Roscommon Higgins Lake
SE Michigan
5

Couldn't have been better

Couldn't have been better
5 of 5
Submitted: March 11, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
We stayed in early March for a weekend. The cabin is perfect for a serene getaway. Overlooking a river, it is scenic and peaceful. It is obvious that the homeowner is passionate about this house and takes great care of it. Not only was it stocked with essentials such as dishes and cleaning supplies, it had an iPod music system, DVD player with surround sound, books and magazines, and other amenities to make us feel like we were at home. The home features a hot tub, loft bedroom, three season (enclosed) patio room, and fire pit. The area is great, and only a couple miles from the small town of Roscommon. It is well-kept and a great value. We highly recommend this cabin, and we'll certainly be back again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks much!! I am happy you had a good time, and that you enjoyed the house as much as I.
business
Au Sable River Getaway
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p385771vb
734-552-6872
Roscommon Higgins Lake
Walker, Michigan
5

Wonderful Romantic Getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: September 22, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
My wife and I were looking for a place close enough to get to and return from since we were leaving kids at home, but remote enough to feel like we were away. This was the perfect place for a little time away from the kids. The cottage is beautiful with some nice touches of sophistication that made it that much nicer: wonderful kitchen, elegant fixtures, comfortable and refined furnishings. It was a place where we could bring the kids--had the space, but where we were glad to be alone. The setting is extraordinary with wildlife steps from the door. In fact, the birds will let you know if you ignore them. Lots of windows and light to enjoy the view. The river is exquisite. We tubed down and also enjoyed wonderful walks through the woods on the Mason Tract and at South Higgins Lake Park at Marl Lake. The hot tub was also a nice addition.
Most of all, Bill was so helpful and easy to work with. He genuinely wants his guests to have the best time they can and has gone out of his way to provide a place where they can do so. We will be back.
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks much for your kind words!
Bill
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Au Sable River Getaway
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p385771vb
734-552-6872
Roscommon Higgins Lake
St Louis, MO
4

One Great Week!!!

4 of 5
Submitted: July 16, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We rented this property for the week of 7/8 - 7/15/2012. The weather was just unbelievable with warm days and very cool night with very low humidity. The fishing was very slow but the AuSable river was just awesome. We Kayaked two of the days. We saw many species of birds we have never seen. We enjoyed an almost bug free vacation which is unreal for Michigan. Higgins lake is a must see as well as Hartwick Pines State Park. This property gave us a great location to enjoy many wonderful things the north country has to offer. This property has all the things you need to have a very enjoyable, memorable stay.
John and Nancy St. Louis, MO
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks for your kind words!! You were great guests. Come again when the river fishing peaks in June.
Helpful votes: 1/1
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