Lakefront Cottage Near Rifle River With Dock

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful up-north, lakefront retreat. Hardwood Lake offers families or groups the perfect location to unwind, have fun and create lasting memories.

Launch your boat from Hardwood Lake Campground and dock it onsite for fishing, tubing, visiting the sandbar or cruising on a 180-acre all-sports lake.
The space
Use the paddle boat, splash pad and 2 kayaks to stay on the water all day. Sip your favorite beverage on the wrap around deck, roast marshmallows over the fire pit, stay connected with cable internet and feed everyone with a functional kitchen.

Want to check out the area? Grab some food at one of the charming nearby restaurants, enjoy a canoeing or tubing trip up the Rifle River, or head to West Branch to visit major retailers, grocery stores, restaurants, movie theaters and entertainment.

Convenient location off I-75
~ 20 minutes from West Branch.
~ 1 hour from Frankenmuth, Flint
~ 2 hours from Brighton, Lansing, Troy, Bloomfield
~ 3 hours from Detroit, Livonia, Ann Arbor


The cottage has 2 private, cozy bedrooms. First bedroom has one Queen bed with a closet, the second bedroom offers 2 sets of bunk beds with storage underneath. Living room offers an additional sleeper sofa and pull-out sleeper ottoman.



Deck boat and jet skis not included
Guest access
Enter the cottage using your personal code on the front (side) door located on the driveway side of the property. The driveway offers space for up to 3 vehicles. Enjoy a fully enclosed deck off the kitchen where you can grill dinner on a propane BBQ or access the lake. This deck is fully fenced and offers an enclosed area for “pet business”.

The kitchen is fully functional with cookware, utensils, and dishes. The adjacent dining area seats 6 comfortably (8 is a bit cozier). From the living room, you can access a spacious second deck lined with tiki torches and outdoor tables. Continue around on the deck to relax on the wicker patio set under the sunshade.

Guests have access to one side of the dock (the other side houses the owner's boat), 2 kayaks, a foam "lily pad" mat, and a paddle boat.