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Ausable River Cottage

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Frederic, MI
  • Au Sable River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hartwick Pines State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • AuSable Artisan Village
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Gaylord, MI (GLR-Gaylord Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

first floor

1 Queen Bed

second floor

2 Double Beds

second floor

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

First floor full bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor Half Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ausable River Cottage

Enjoy the tranquility and solitude of the North Woods in our 3 BR, 1.5 BA cottage, located on the Upper main branch of the Au Sable river between Grayling and Gaylord in Fredric Michigan.
Ideal for several couples or a large family and perfect for the up north get away. One BR with a queen size bed and a full BA on the main floor, and 2 BR and a 1/2 BA on the second floor, 2 full size beds in one bedroom and a queen size bed in the other bedroom with a balcony overlooking the River. A full size kitchen and a wood burning fireplace adds to the rustic feel. Close to all attraction the North provides - blue ribbon trout fishing, kayaking, snowmobiling, hunting,skiing and much more. One dog allowed with an additional daily fee of $35.00 per day per pet.

Property manager

Rosemarie
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Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Our cottage is suitable for children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$35.00 per day per pet, inform host.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
The cottage must be left as it was found. If you have a fire make sure it is out with the water hose.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Frederic

Located in Frederic, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Grayling Country Club and Black Forest Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Otsego County Sportsplex and Gaylord Discovery Center. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Frederic, MI

What's nearby

  • Au Sable River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • AuSable Artisan Village - 18 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Grayling Country Club - 18 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Hanson Hills Recreation Area - 23 min drive - 21.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Frederic Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Swamp II Bar & Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kathy's Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Big Boy Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fellowship Cafe - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ausable River Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Ausable River Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ausable River Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ausable River Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Frederic, this cottage is steps from Au Sable River and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Hartwick Pines State Park. Big Bradford Lake and Wakeley Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cheryl o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing place to stay!

We enjoyed spending our 35th wedding anniversary at this place, such tranquility!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Claudia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location on the river

Cabin was clean and spacious.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a weekend trip to the wilderness.

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay!

Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful river location

A comfortable peaceful cabin on the Au Sable river.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

Excellent location, friendly neighbor and great place to hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Clean cabin, great location, very peaceful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Nick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

House was great. Very comfortable and relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Home for the family

We enjoy our stay everytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed staying here again. A very peaceful and relaxing weekend with family.

My family and I enjoyed this trip very much. The rental process was very easy and the house was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yount

Nice, clean, quiet, relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Have recommended to others.

This was a good place to stay while we explored Northern Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We never get tired of listening to AuSable flow by, the wind whispering through the trees, or the birds calling here! It was another relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bradley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall up north trip

Great location for enjoying the up north. Used this location as a home base for our adventures into the surrounding state forests. Very quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf Outing

great rental property
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rachelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grayling cottage

Cottage was clean and well priced
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great quiet location

Beautiful setting on the Au Sable Has all the amenities you could need for an up north getaway. We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

brittany s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

We really enjoyed this cabin and location! Great place close to orv trails, town, and river floats. Yet still secluded enough to enjoy! Would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

The river was so beautiful and the property exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cindy Ln.

This was a fantastic stay. Property and cabin were beautiful. Would recommend staying here and we will stay here again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E., Bronson. Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin. Neat setting.

Everything went very well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fredric cottage

This is second time we stayed and had an absolutely fabulous time from hanging out olaying in river to visiting other areas. 10 ot of 10 for us. Cabin was cozy and relaxing couldnt ask for a better time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet little cottage in the river

Rosemarie was very responsive and easy to get a hold of. Check in process was very easy, had a great time relaxing on the river. Our two dogs had a great time as well. Cottage had all the essentials we needed. We will be visiting again. Also just an fyi there is a neighbor right next door with a dog, but they are also friendly and were gone most of the time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Northern cabin

Excellent location just 15 minutes outside of Grayling with all the amenities and beautiful views of the Ausable River. We had a great time reconnecting with family and nature
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rosemarie

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