Higgins Lakefront Cozy Beach House with Private Boat Mooring Onsite - Brass Bell
Brass Bell
Our "Brass Bell" is the coziest beach house on Higgins Lake - the perfect lakefront retreat in Up North Michigan. We are the cabin that is directly on the lake, you can walk down to the steps and onto the beach. We have the cleanest cabins, with the absolute best views on Higgins Lake!
This lakefront cabin is located on Higgins Lake in Michigan - Higgins Lake was voted the #1 Lake in Michigan for Clarity and Beauty and the #6 most beautiful lake in the world! This rental is a one bedroom getaway that sleeps up to four people and has one full bathroom. The fully-equipped kitchen features a microwave, coffee maker, utensils, and dishware. The comfortable living area features cozy sofas, cable TV, and a DVD player.
Outside, guests will find a nice deck with furniture, perfect for unwinding and watching the sunset over the lake and trees. Guests will also find a natural gas BBQ grill – this is a high-quality grill that will suit all your BBQ needs. There is also a large firepit with chairs to enjoy nightly campfires and S'mores.
This rental is furnished with cozy and comfortable furniture to ensure a lovely vacation stay for all to enjoy. There is a fully-equipped kitchen with all the necessities needed for an enjoyable stay, including a dining table for the whole group to sit around.
In the living area, there is a cable TV with a DVD player. Outside, renters will find a natural gas BBQ grill and a fire pit. We also have kayaks and a canoe available for your use completely free of charge, and shared with other renters. Please bring life vests if you plan to use the watercraft. You can launch your boat or pontoon nearby at either the Public access or also at the North Higgins Lake State Park. Both are within 2 miles from our cabins.
This gorgeous site is in Roscommon, Michigan, and is surrounded by nature and woodland. Lake Higgins is right on the site's doorstep and is known for its deep and clear water that is perfect for fishing and swimming. Higgins Lake State Park is just a few minutes from the rental and is the ideal place for guests to explore the surrounding area. The Silver Dollar Restaurant/Bar is a short walk from the property if you'd like to "hit the town" for some food and drinks and not worry about driving.
While in Roscommon, guests are encouraged to visit the different sights on offer, including the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, the Cross Country Ski Headquarters, and Campbell's Canoe Livery, where guests can rent kayaks and take them out on the lake for a fun day on the water or a fun float down the AuSable River. Roscommon Zoo is another great attraction and is ideal for a family trip for all to enjoy, especially the kids. Hartwick Pines State Park in Grayling is a must see for everyone!
Houghton Lake is less than 20 minutes from the rental and offers plenty more fishing and swimming opportunities for guests to enjoy. South Higgins State Park is another great park for guests to explore and is located right on Higgins Lake. Huron-Manistee National Forest is roughly two hours away and is perfect for those looking for bigger and more challenging hiking trails, while they can retreat the comfort of their lakefront rental in the evenings. Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petosky, and Gaylord are all about an hour or so from the cabin and have awesome shopping, dining and activites to enjoy! Grayling and Roscommon are fun towns to visit and only a 15 min drive. Fall is also a gorgeous time to visit Higgins Lake with all the colorful leaves in full array!
Amenities
*Lakefront *One Bedroom *Futon Sofa in Living Room *Full Bath *Full Kitchen Including Microwave *Cable TV with DVD Player *Natural Gas BBQ Grill *Firepit *Outdoor Furniture *Complimentary Kayaks and Canoe *Shared Gazebo *Can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children
You will enjoy the spacious backyard, perfect for campfire gatherings! Come and take a look at this beauty….Higgins Lake Memories are made here!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Smoking is not permitted
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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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site 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 area
Roscommon
Located in Roscommon, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kirtland's Warbler Historical Marker and Crawford County Historical Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Higgins Lake State Park and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area.
North Higgins Lake State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Lyon Township Park - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
Civilian Conservation Corps Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Au Sable River - 11 min drive - 24.0 km
Restaurants
The Country Corner Partystore and Pizza - 16 min drive
Silver Dollar Bar - 10 min walk
Landmark Restaurant - 9 min drive
Ralph A. Macmullan Conference Center - 3 min drive
The Bird & The Bear Grill - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Higgins Lakefront Cozy Beach House with Private Boat Mooring Onsite - Brass Bell pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Higgins Lakefront Cozy Beach House with Private Boat Mooring Onsite - Brass Bell?
As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Higgins Lakefront Cozy Beach House with Private Boat Mooring Onsite - Brass Bell on 8 Apr 2026 start from £208, 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 at Higgins Lakefront Cozy Beach House with Private Boat Mooring Onsite - Brass Bell?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Higgins Lakefront Cozy Beach House with Private Boat Mooring Onsite - Brass Bell?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Higgins Lakefront Cozy Beach House with Private Boat Mooring Onsite - Brass Bell?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Higgins Lakefront Cozy Beach House with Private Boat Mooring Onsite - Brass Bell located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Higgins Lake and North Higgins Lake State Park. Lyon Township Park and Civilian Conservation Corps Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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The cabin was very clean and well furnished, the owners were very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed every moment we were there and will be back next year.
Tina B.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2025
Tina,
Thanks for your sweet review! We are soo glad you had a wonderful time!! We look forward to your next trip and creating more memories!!
Beautiful property and location! Owners were very friendly and accommodating. They made sure we had a great stay and had everything we needed. We would definitely recommend staying here!
Robin H.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2024
Thanks Robin for your nice review, we enjoyed your visit as well. Glad you enjoyed your Higgins Lake vacation and we look forward to seeing you again in the future! Have an awesome day!
We really enjoyed our stay. Great location right on the water. Nice views from the house and deck. Chairs and table on the dock were a nice touch. Kayaks were fun as well. Would definitely stay here again.
We had a wonderful time at the Brass Bell. The location is awesome with lake views of beautiful Higgins Lake. The hosts Kevin and Lori are great and very easy to work with.
Can't wait to return next year.
Karen T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thank you for the kind words and we are so happy your stay was great! We look forward to seeing you next year and sure appreciate you both choosing to stay at Cedar Shores Cabins!
We had a great time staying at the Brass Bell. The cottage was very cute and the views of Higgins Lake are AWESOME!!! Spent our mornings on the dock having coffee and evenings around the campfire. The lake is beautiful and can't wait to return.
Karen T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
We look forward to seeing you both again soon! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts about the little Brass Bell!
It was beautiful and loved the lake view, loved having access to the dock were we enjoyed sitting, loved having the fire pit right outside patio, our only suggestion was written in the guest book. We loved everything.
Robert O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for coming to stay with us at Cedar Shores Cabins! We are so glad you had a great time and we enjoyed having you as well! Looking forward to seeing you again:)
The hosts were great! We had a little snag with checking in but they helped us right away and we're very pleasant the whole stay. House is cute, Tiny but served our purpose with just the two of us staying. Neighbors were friendly and joyful. Lake access was easy and the shoreline clean. We will definitely be back!
Jessica W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Aww! Thanks for the wonderful review. We enjoyed hosting your growing family also and appreciate how wonderful you were to work with! Good luck with the new little one! We hope to meet him/her next year:)!
Kevin and Lori are very friendly and went out of there way to make us feel right at home. The cabin is very clean and cozy. All the things you needed was right there. The beautiful lake was right out the front window. They even had kayaks and a paddleboat that we could use. Which we took out a few times. Thank you Kevin and Lori for making our stay awesome.
Tommy V.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2023
Aww, thanks Tommy for choosing to stay with us! We really enjoyed working with you and am so glad that you had a great time! We love helping you to have a wonderful time on Higgins Lake:)