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SUN, SAND, SNOW, YEAR ROUND RECREATION, WITH PRIVATE BEACH,

 
 
 
Higgins Lake house rental - Front of house, facing the lake
Front of house, facing the lake
 
Higgins Lake house rental - Front of house, facing the lake

Front of house, facing the lake

Our beach front and private dock to perfect crystal clear Higgins Lake!

Our beach front and private dock to perfect crystal clear Higgins Lake!

A typical summer sunset!

A typical summer sunset!

Fronts steps and door - all are welcome - even State fans!

Fronts steps and door - all are welcome - even State fans!

BBQ area - you can BBQ in the winter in the garage if you are brave enough!?

BBQ area - you can BBQ in the winter in the garage if you are brave enough!?

When you walk in this is the kitchen area you will see. It is well stocked!

When you walk in this is the kitchen area you will see. It is well stocked!

Kitchen cooking area.

Kitchen cooking area.

1/2 bath on main level across from kitchen

1/2 bath on main level across from kitchen

Kitchen table with perfect view of the lake. Also great for large group games.

Kitchen table with perfect view of the lake. Also great for large group games.

Small group card table also on main floor

Small group card table also on main floor

Fireplace on main level. Across from white L shaped couches.

Fireplace on main level. Across from white L shaped couches.

Captains desk - perfect for writing letters.

Captains desk - perfect for writing letters.

view of main level from upper level

view of main level from upper level

view of lower level from main level

view of lower level from main level

Guest room 1 on lower level with full size bed

Guest room 1 on lower level with full size bed

Bedroom 2 on lower level. Two twin beds.

Bedroom 2 on lower level. Two twin beds.

Full bath and laundry room on lower level.

Full bath and laundry room on lower level.

Stairs going up to main level from lower level and up to upper level.

Stairs going up to main level from lower level and up to upper level.

Family room perfect for late night movies, extra sleeping area & queen sleeper!

Family room perfect for late night movies, extra sleeping area & queen sleeper!

Master bedroom, deck off back of house

Master bedroom, deck off back of house

Master bath within master bedroom suite

Master bath within master bedroom suite

"Back" of house - view when you pull in driveway

"Back" of house - view when you pull in driveway

Welcome sign that greets you at the foot of our driveway!

Welcome sign that greets you at the foot of our driveway!

  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps10

Photos and Description of the Higgins Lake vacation house rental
House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths, (Sleeps 6-10)

Our vacation home is located on the southeast side of Higgins Lake.

Keywords: Private Drive, Private Road, Great Room, Gas Fireplace,Family Room, TV, Full Kitchen, Dining Room that Faces the Lake, Large deck, patio furniture

55’ of Private Sandy Beach, 70’ Private Dock, Sandy Swimming Area, Deepens Gradually, Permanent Anchorage for your own boat. Paddleboat and Canoe Available (in season), Fire Pit, Gas Grill Available (in season), Quiet Neighbors.

Ten minutes from Roscommon, Thirty minutes from Houghton Lake, West Branch or Grayling. Five minutes from cross country ski trails (by car) and ice fishing (on foot). Snowmobile trails near by.

About The Owner

I am an environmental analyst with the State of Michigan in the Department of Environmental Quality. My Wife is a teacher, mother, homemaker, and my best buddy. We have 4 adult children, 3 who live in Michigan and 1 who lives in Chicago. We all love the lake and spend as much of our time up there as possible.

Why The Owner chose Higgins Lake

Ownership of our lake home was a decision that was made for me. My family purchased our property when I was 18 months old. From that time until I graduated from high school I spent my summers and many spring and fall weekends at Higgins Lake. As soon as school was out mom and I headed north. Dad would join us on the weekends. Over the many years I found joy in picking the wild blueberries that bloomed in front of the cottage, (and in the swampy areas back on the state land behind our property (there is nothing that can beat pancakes made with just picked blueberries. I enjoyed lazy days of swimming, boating, fishing, sunning and exploring on the state owned woods behind our lot. The back roads were available for deer and other fauna watching. We have seen deer in our back yard and wild turkeys on the beach. While ducks and herons swim in the lake and eagle soar air over head. The experience has had a lot to do with my selection of a career in environmental protection. I became the sole owner when my parents passed away. We recently completed many renovations and repairs to make S’Hummer Haven an even more pleasant to visit and relax!

What makes this house unique

One of the main benefits of my home is that the area around it is still fairly undeveloped. Over the 54 years I have been coming north I have seen many of the areas around both Higgins and Houghton Lakes build up and become more “down state”, our area is still pretty much as it was when we first started coming up. Our place is on a private road, on which there has been no new construction in over 30 years. Ownership of the other places on our road has not changed in 20 years. The lot immediately to the south of us is undeveloped. Our sandy beach is clean. Our side of the lake deepens gradually. An adult can walk out 100 yards and still have their head above water. Our lake water is crystal clear, and the lake bottom in front is sand.

Higgins Lake house rental - Front of house, facing the lake

Front of house, facing the lake

Our beach front and private dock to perfect crystal clear Higgins Lake!

Our beach front and private dock to perfect crystal clear Higgins Lake!

A typical summer sunset!

A typical summer sunset!

Fronts steps and door - all are welcome - even State fans!

Fronts steps and door - all are welcome - even State fans!

BBQ area - you can BBQ in the winter in the garage if you are brave enough!?

BBQ area - you can BBQ in the winter in the garage if you are brave enough!?

When you walk in this is the kitchen area you will see. It is well stocked!

When you walk in this is the kitchen area you will see. It is well stocked!

Kitchen cooking area.

Kitchen cooking area.

1/2 bath on main level across from kitchen

1/2 bath on main level across from kitchen

Kitchen table with perfect view of the lake. Also great for large group games.

Kitchen table with perfect view of the lake. Also great for large group games.

Small group card table also on main floor

Small group card table also on main floor

Fireplace on main level. Across from white L shaped couches.

Fireplace on main level. Across from white L shaped couches.

Captains desk - perfect for writing letters.

Captains desk - perfect for writing letters.

view of main level from upper level

view of main level from upper level

view of lower level from main level

view of lower level from main level

Guest room 1 on lower level with full size bed

Guest room 1 on lower level with full size bed

Bedroom 2 on lower level. Two twin beds.

Bedroom 2 on lower level. Two twin beds.

Full bath and laundry room on lower level.

Full bath and laundry room on lower level.

Stairs going up to main level from lower level and up to upper level.

Stairs going up to main level from lower level and up to upper level.

Family room perfect for late night movies, extra sleeping area & queen sleeper!

Family room perfect for late night movies, extra sleeping area & queen sleeper!

Master bedroom, deck off back of house

Master bedroom, deck off back of house

Master bath within master bedroom suite

Master bath within master bedroom suite

"Back" of house - view when you pull in driveway

"Back" of house - view when you pull in driveway

Welcome sign that greets you at the foot of our driveway!

Welcome sign that greets you at the foot of our driveway!

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

Notes

  • see above breakdown
  • U.S. Dollars
  • October - May: $300/wkend; $750/wk; additional nights $125
  • Sept, Thanksgiving, Xmas,New Years: $500/wkend; $950/wk; additional nights $175
  • June - August: $1,500/week (Sunday-Sunday)
  • Damage Deposit:$69. due one week before arrival and is non refundable.
  • Rent for nightly and weekend trips due 30 days in advance.
  • Weekly stays 10% due with contract. Balance due 1/3 due at 90, 60, & 30 days
  • before your trip. NON-refundable if cancellation is less than 2 weeks in
  • advance.

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

Property Type:
  • house
Location Type:
  • Beachfront
  • Lakefront
General:
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Wireless Internet
  • Washing Machine
  • Garage
  • Linens Provided
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Telephone
Kitchen:
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • Queen size Beds (1), Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (1), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1)
Entertainment:
  • Stereo
  • Video Library ...
    collection of 50+ dvds & vhs with movies geared toward small children and families
  • Television ...
    (4)
  • Music Library ...
    small collection of CDs
  • DVD Player
  • VCR
  • CD Player
  • Satellite / Cable
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Balcony
  • Deck / Patio
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
  • pets considered ...
    will discuss details on a case by case basis
Attractions:
  • cinemas
  • restaurants
  • live theater
  • churches
  • library
  • playground
Leisure Activities:
  • outlet shopping
  • paddle boating
  • walking
  • miniature golf
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • sledding
  • antiquing
  • horseback riding
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • fitness center
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • cycling
  • jet skiing
  • tennis
  • golf
  • fishing
  • skiing
  • sailing
  • water skiing
  • hunting
  • swimming
  • snowmobiling
  • parasailing
  • basketball court
  • ice skating
  • ski privileges optional
  • water tubing
Notes: Canoe, Paddle Boat (in season) Two Adult Bikes (his/her)

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Higgins Lake, Michigan

Sun, Sand, Snow, Year Round Recreation, with Private Beach,
average rating of 5.0 based on 6 reviews
business
Sun, Sand, Snow, Year Round Recreation, with Private Beach,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p389073vbi
517-304-0861
Roscommon Higgins Lake
Ann Arbor, MI
5

Great winter getaway!

5 of 5
Submitted: March 6, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
A group of 6 of us stayed in S'Hummer Haven for the weekend and we loved everything about it! It looks just like in the pictures, is spacious and the house has huge windows which let in tons of sunlight! The location is perfect, we walked around on the lake and it is a less than 5 minute drive to the cross-country ski headquarters. The kitchen is fully equipped, which was perfect since we cooked all of our meals there. Joan worked with us when we had trouble getting the key and couldn't find the fire pit under all the snow, and she was available by phone all weekend if we had any questions. I would definitely recommend staying here to anyone, and my group of friends is already planning when we can come back!
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers
business
Sun, Sand, Snow, Year Round Recreation, with Private Beach,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p389073vbi
517-304-0861
Roscommon Higgins Lake
Bay City, MI
5

Great Place!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 20, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
We came up to Higgins Lake for a long weekend to ice-fish and snowmobile. It is always a little iffy booking something you've never seen before but this property did not disappoint! We loved being directly on the lake front, what a gorgeous view. The cottage was spacious and worked perfectly for me, my husband, brother and sister in-laws, and father in-law.

The owner's gave excellent instructions/directions and answered all my questions promptly during booking. We will definitely keep this place in mind in the future.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Sun, Sand, Snow, Year Round Recreation, with Private Beach,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p389073vbi
517-304-0861
Roscommon Higgins Lake
Fowlerville, MI
5

Great Winter Get Away

5 of 5
Submitted: February 18, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
Joan,

We had a great time at the cottage. The view is amazing and it was a great place for a winter getaway. The cottage is very large and more than met our needs! We really enjoyed the solitude, but were also glad that stores, restaurants, etc. were nearby. Thanks for making your property available to us. We would definitely consider returning sometime in the future.
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
business
Sun, Sand, Snow, Year Round Recreation, with Private Beach,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p389073vbi
517-304-0861
Roscommon Higgins Lake
Ovid, Michigan
5

S'HUMMER in the Winter

S'HUMMER in the Winter
5 of 5
Submitted: January 30, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
Very nice cottage located right on southern Higgins Lake's eastern shore. Lots of scenery, especially looking out the many windowed front of the cottage. Looks like it would be loads of fun in the summer, and yet it is quite the cozy retreat, nestled amongst the pines, for a much needed time out from the doldrums of winter, not to mention an awesome place to celebrate an anniversary with a very, very significant other.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Sun, Sand, Snow, Year Round Recreation, with Private Beach,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p389073vbi
517-304-0861
Roscommon Higgins Lake
Michigan
5

Great Getaway!!

5 of 5
Submitted: October 16, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
We visited S'Hummer Haven in mid-October for a long weekend (Thur - Sun). The view of Higgins Lake is gorgeous from this home/location. Was able to take a chair out on the beach and sit for quite some time enjoying the beautiful lake and blue sky. The fire pit is right on the beach, so it's easy to have your toes in the sand while you sit around the fire pit (and plenty of chairs are provided!). There is a paddle boat and canoe you can use as well if you'd like to venture out into the lake.

The home itself is big! Nestled a few homes back on a private, quiet, dead end drive, it's definitely a home where a large family can go and feel comfortable - and everyone can have their own "space" and room. They even had it decorated for "Halloween". One bedroom had a whole wall shelf full of games and puzzles that were fun to use; we were able to play some games we had never even heard of before! Also, if you don't bring your own groceries, there's a little Spartan Grocery Store about 6 miles away called Glen's Market. You can definitely save money by making your own meals in the kitchen instead of going out. Wi-Fi inside was also a plus.

I worked with Joan during communications setting up our weekend and making payment. She was so easy to work with and I enjoyed how personable her emails were.. almost like talking to a "friend" via email. The house is exactly as described on the VRBO listing; no surprises here. I would definitely stay here again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: I am glad you enjoyed your stay at S'Hummer Haven. Our family enjoys the campfires and game night too so we were glad to hear you also took advantage of both also! Hope you come again as you were also a pleasure to work with!

JOan
Helpful votes: 1/1
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