750 sq ft Lakefront vacation home with kitchen, patio, and picnic/ fire pit area
Listing Information: Lady Slipper Lake House is only 500 feet from Higgins Lake! We share a seasonal dock with other owners on Lady Slipper Lane, but no overnight moorage is allowed. In the summer you can use the dock to access the lake to swim, fish, and other water based activities. In the evening, fire up the gas grill, grab a glass of wine and enjoy a campfire in the backyard with our fire pit, six adirondack chairs and picnic table. In the winter, it is just a stone's throw away to enjoy ice fishing and snowmobiling on Higgins Lake.
Lady Slipper Lake House is located 2 miles from South Higgins Lake State Park where you can launch your boat in the summer and 1.8 miles from the Cross Country Ski Headquarters from wintertime cross country skiing. We are located an hour and a half from Mackinaw City and Harbor Springs, the start of Michigan's "Tunnel of Trees". It's only a few minutes to state land for hunting, or to enjoy hiking trails around Marl Lake. Within a 30 minute drive you can reach the beautiful old growth forest of Hartwick Pines State Park, and as well as world class trout fishing on the Ausable River. Boyne Mountain resort for winter skiing and tubing is one hour away as well.
There are two bedrooms and and one full bathroom (shower only). We can accomodate 6 guests with one queen bed, one full bed, and two twin beds. The bedrooms were just renovated and one bedroom has a queen bed and the second bedroom has a set of twin bunk beds and a full size bed. If you need to work remotely there is also a desk in the bedroom with the queen bed. The house is cooled in the summer by window units (living room and bedrooms) and heated in the winter by a forced air furnace. Additionally, there are wall heaters in the bedrooms to make sure you are warm and cozy on cold Michigan winter nights.
Pets are welcome for a fee, but you must include them in the VRBO reservation.
We offer free Wi-Fi to our guests and a smart television so that you can access your Netflix or other streaming accounts. Live TV is available through our smart TV's "Youtube TV”app.
The kitchen is stocked with dishes, glassware, pots/pans, silverware, dishtowels, dish soap, sponges, paper towels, and various cleaning supplies. Toilet paper, shampoo, soap, hairdryer, towels, and washcloths are also provided. As an extra convenience, we offer a complimentary coffee and tea bar.
We hope you will make Lady Slipper Lake House your year-round Up North vacation spot!
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
In the summer:Turn off A/C turn heat down
In the winter: Turn off bedroom heaters and turn main furnace down to 58
Clean all dishes
Put used towels in the laundry basket and used sheets at the foot of the bed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 3510679
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
About the neighborhood
Roscommon
Located in Roscommon, this cabin is near the beach. Gerrish Township Community Park Marina and The Fox Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Higgins Lake State Park and Marguerite Gahagan Nature Preserve. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
South Higgins Lake State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Houghton Lake - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
Au Sable River - 18 min drive - 30.8 km
Hartwick Pines State Park - 21 min drive - 37.6 km
Restaurants
Matt's Lake Street Grill & Pizzeria - 13 min drive
Fred's of Roscommon - 14 min drive
The Country Corner Partystore and Pizza - 8 min drive
Lumber Jack - 16 min drive
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Only 500 feet from Higgins Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Only 500 feet from Higgins Lake ?
As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Only 500 feet from Higgins Lake on May 12, 2026 start from $188, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Only 500 feet from Higgins Lake ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Only 500 feet from Higgins Lake ?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Only 500 feet from Higgins Lake located?
Situated near the beach, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Higgins Lake and South Higgins Lake State Park. Gerrish Township Community Park Marina and The Fox Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Everything was perfect. The owner was very nice and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. Would recommend staying here. Close to the lake. We will be going back in the future
Wonderful cottage, cozy, had everything we needed for an awesome stay. Quiet block, walk to the lake/dock. Location is fantastic, a quick drive to Houghton Lake where there's lots of restaurants, stores, all you need. We will definitely be back!
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 6, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! What a gorgeous October weekend you had with beautiful picture to prove it too! Thanks for sharing them. You were wonderful renters and we’d love to have you back!
The cottage is amazing. So cozy and welcoming! The location is perfect. A walk up the street to the lake. The host is so sweet and is available for any questions or concerns. Very clean cottage, well stocked with everything you will need. We will definitely be back!
Last minute we decided to get away. We were able to book this for the weekend without any trouble. We brought our two goldens with us and had a great time. Higgins Lake is a special place I had not heard of before our stay. We fell in love and will be back. The lake house was very clean and equipped with everything you might need. I highly suggest taking a long walk around the neighborhood and down to the lake. It is beautiful! Overall, I would stay here again, and I would recommend this place to a friend.
Seaira M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 3, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your last minute getaway! Higgins Lake is beautiful and you definitely need to check it out in the warmer months--its magical! Our golden LOVES swimming in the lake--Higgins is her favorite place in the world!
We hope to host you again sometime!
The property was exactly as described in the listing. Check in and check out policies were really clear and easy to follow, and the cabin itself is super cute! All the benefits of a rustic woodsy getaway with some thoughtful creature comforts like great internet and streaming available. The host, Melanie, is a great communicator and had some excellent recommendations for local attractions!
We had a wonderful stay at a Lady Slipper! So cozy!! Excellent location! Owner, Melanie was wonderful! We will definitely be back!!
Amy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2024
Thanks Amy,
So glad you enjoyed our place. We look forward to hopefully having you return!
-Melanie
About the host
Hosted by Melanie Obrigkeit
My husband and I live in Northville, MI which is about 2.5 hours South of Higgins Lake. We have two teenage boys and all four of us love the outdoors whether it is skiing/snowboarding, hiking, fishing, kayaking or sailing. We love the location of this cabin as not only a retreat, but a home base for many year round activities and hope you enjoy it as well!
Why they chose this property
We love the Higgins Lake area for it's "Up North" feel that is within 3 hours of the Detroit Metro area. Higgins lake is BEAUTIFUL in the summer and fall, and some even consider it the best ice fishing lake in the winter! Everything our family enjoys doing is found within an hour of this cabin: from the closeness of the lake, to fantastic crosscountry and snowmobiling trails, to great hunting and fishing nearby. Boyne Mountain Resort is even an easy day trip away for downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and it's indoor waterpark
What makes this property unique
Our little cabin has charm, location, and such a great value!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests