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The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat

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Exterior
110' Floating Dock in pond that was dredged in 2019
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor kitchen
View of the 2nd floor from the living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Posen, MI
  • Place, Elowsky Mill
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocqueoc Falls
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Downstairs Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

3 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstiars 1/2 Bathroom

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat

Get away from it all at Hemlock Hills on Mill Pond - The Cabin. Year around rental for you to enjoy 365 acres of Northern Michigan natural beauty with approximately 3 miles of trails for you to explore. Completely remodeled in 2017 with many one-of-a-kind and unique feature.

Custom wood floors throughout, gourmet kitchen with all new appliances and custom cabinets made by local craftsman. Unique stairs made from Hemlock and Cedar trees from the property. Custom made dining table made from local area White Pine that can seat up to 14 people.

Sit on the 350 square feet balcony overlooking the Thunder Bay River. Large outdoor patio with fire pit and deck with stairs to access the river. Outdoor kitchen with gas grill, smoker and sink. Pool table in the game room and a loft for enjoying the view on those cooler days.

Sit on the deck and listen to the river flowing, the birds chirping, and the wind blowing through the Hemlock and White Pine Trees. Watch the Eagles Soar and the Geese land on the pond. 200' Floating dock on the pond can be used for fishing and swimming or just relaxing. 4 Kayaks, 2 canoes and 1 paddle boat are included in the rental.
Peace and quiet await you at the Cabin!

Ice fish the pond and river in the winter. 365 acres of land is available for snowmobiling. The Cabin is not just a summer retreat, it is your year around vacation destination.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking inside Cabin
Any guests over 12 is charged at $10 per night per person

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4109369
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Posen

Located in Posen, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Grand Lake Marina and Dodge Marine & Storage are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Arzo Sports and Fun Park and Eagle Country Disc Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at APlex Tennis Center or Northern Lights Arena. Fishing and swimming 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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Posen, MI

What's nearby

  • Elowsky Mill - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Lake - 21 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Ocqueoc Falls - 22 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 36 min drive - 53.2 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 49 min drive - 92.9 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Route 65 Diner And Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Neumanns Blind Pig - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Flying duck - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin ~ Relax ~ Year Around luxury Home w/ 4 Kayaks, 2 Canoes & Paddle Boat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Elowsky Mill and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Stevens Twin Sinks Preserve. Emily Min Hunt Preserve and Thompson's Harbor State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wes M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for our annual get together! Plenty of room around the campfire, beautiful home and great access to trails/water. 5 star spot
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing. There are plenty of activities to do without leaving. The kids loved the kayaks, swimming and fishing. It was peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Place and Hosts

Our family stayed here for 5 days and really enjoyed this property. It was fully stocked with everything we needed, was centrally located in a beautiful area, and the hosts were attentive and helpful. We will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

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

New Years at the cabin

Everything was great managers were very accommodating Very nice cabin and grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

A great place for family.

We absolutely loved our visit. It was a beautiful home and there was plenty to do. We enjoyed the campfires, fishing and playing pool. There was also plenty of room inside the house for any rainy days. We absolutely loved our stay and we will be going back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

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

Great Getaway !

The property was fantastic for a large group. The cabin had everything that we needed. It was clean, smelled wonderful when we came. Beautiful location, quiet and serene. We hope to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Awesome place

This is exactly what we were looking for. We were looking to get away from home but not have to go anywhere or do anything. We hung out on the pond and the creek all week and it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

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

Great Family Vacation

Spent a week with two adult children & 4 grandkids one year to seven years of age. Plenty of room and things to do. Tammy was great! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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

Summer getaway

The property was amazing! We loved every second of it and Tammy was very sweet and helpful. It's a great location to get away from the city and be at one with your loved ones and nature. Definitely looking forward to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

teresa m.

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

Best Family Vacation Ever!

The house fit our family perfectly! The adults had private space and all the kids hung out together. The deck was fantastic, as was the lake and river access. The house was clean, well stocked, and the manager was very responsive to the one need we had. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Beautiful! Tranquil! Welcoming!

Beautiful location with lots of acreage for exploration. My family and I truly enjoyed the well appointed home and all of the fantastic amenities like the pool table, fire pit, grill, kayaks, and paddle boat. Also, there is lots to see in Rogers City, Alpena, and the local sink holes in the area are cool to explore. We plan on returning to this amazing place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Great!

Beautiful home and property. Can only imagine how great it is in the summer. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo R.

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

Awesome cabin

This cabin was perfect for our mother's 50th birthday family get together. It was a beautiful location, that had great views and a great sense of privacy. We were concerned about connection issues and wifi, but had no issues at the property. Would definitely come here again, it was a great spot for fishing, and just a great place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Our second time going with our group, everything is always wonderful!

Mitch and Tammy make things easy from the beginning. Everything about the property is beautiful and well taken care of, we have had the best time now twice! Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

Family Weekend

This is a beautiful home on the river, exactly as pictured! The outdoor area is perfect, big fire pit (wood provided), giant kitchen area! We stayed in the area enjoying the property, kayaking and walking the trails. We did visit the sink holes (close by) and hiked there too! Very cool!! walking the trails
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn G.

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

Family Trip

This is my third time staying here. The past two times were with my sisters and friends, so I decided to bring my own family. We had an amazing week. The property is beautiful, serene and very relaxing. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and not being on top of each. They liked it so much that we booked again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Best place for family fun and relaxation

Exceptionally clean, well thought out and best place I have ever rented! Tammy brings her A game! My grandsons love to fish and there’s plenty of places right on property to do so! Kayaking, paddle boating and canoeing also on the water! The river is amazing right out the back door! Large fire pit to tell tall tales around and great pool table to test your skills at! LOVED this cabin and hope to return soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Great place for a vacation with extended family

I was there with my three adult children and their families. The grandkids range in age from 8-23. There was plenty of space and something for everyone- canoeing and kayaking; hiking; playing in the woods; large de k and fire pit. We took a couple day trips and spent the remainder of our time at the cabin. It was tons of fun- everyone loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devin D.

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

Remote Family Getaway

Great cabin located on a massive property. Check-in was simple and communication with the property manager was easy. Cabin was clean and well-stocked for cooking. Outdoor kitchen was a big plus. Our group caught over a dozen varieties of fish in the river. Gentle waters for canoe and kayak outings. Plenty of wildlife in the area for viewing while on the water or walking the trials. Great for families with children who like to explore the outdoors. Overall a great stay that I would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect if looking to get off the grid w/ family and/or friends.

Great common spaces. Nice privacy. Access to river and views are awesome. Kitchen had everything we needed. Only advice for others to keep in mind (beyond listing) is 1) pay attention to beds as listed -- not pictures, 2) there is NO cable TV, but they did have a nice DVD selection, and 3) this is in the middle of nowhere so fill up your tank with gas and bring your own food :). I highly recommend for family gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

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

Everything all in one place!

This is the second year in a row that we rented this cabin. There are 12 of us in my extended family and this place is perfect for our group. Five kids between the ages of 10-16 and they all enjoy fishing, kayaking and canoeing. What we appreciate the most from this cabin is that the kids can go have their fun and we can watch them from the deck (the adults enjoy the water also, but not as long as the kids do). Plus we don’t have to drive anywhere, or walk more than 100 yards to get to the pond dock or river. The river is pretty much closed off at both ends so it is almost like we have our own private river (although other properties can definitely access it). We all appreciate the peace and quiet that this cabin offers, and the cabin and property are well kept and in great condition. We are already talking about going back again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Relaxing multi-family getaway

We had three middle-aged siblings, their spouses, and mostly young adult children/cousins (17-26, one 13 year old), totaling 11. The house is beautiful, large fully equipped kitchen with many nice-to-haves in addition to the basics like insulated coffee carafe, muffin tin, etc, and a second fridge in the entry way! Beds were comfortable, rooms were a little tight for the number of young adults (they were all in the bunk beds/sofa bed, probably would have been better for three or fewer couples with younger kids, but worked fine for our group -- 13 can definitely be accommodated but ideally 5-7 of those are 15 and under). Bathrooms were clean and plentiful. Shared spaces -- living room w/TV, big table to gather round next to open plan kitchen, pool table area, porch balcony -- were all comfortable and spacious. Outdoor grill and fire pit area was amazing, as was the view of wildflowers, birds, deer, kayaking on the river and walking in the woods, stargazing. Also loved hearing about the local specialty butchers in Rogers City and Alpena -- Plath's smoked pork chops were AMAZING. Cell service was spotty at best, but WiFi was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

Fantastic Property

Our family enjoys getting away after Christmas to relax and enjoy each other. The proprty was the perfect place for our trip. The interior was well maintained and very clean. The kitchen was spacious and well provisioned, the bedrooms were very nice and comfortable and we played many pool tournaments on the pool table in the loft. The hostess was very communicative on check in day and made sure we had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha W.

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

Perfect place to stay

It was cloudy and cold which gave our family time together inside playing games and pool. Of course we went out and took a walk to the pond and seen deer and many birds. Great family memories....we will be back.thanks Tammy for being a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A Gem

Perfecto! Large/small groups. Staying on property or using it as a jumping off point to explore. The grounds are unbeatable, kitchen is stacked and easily handles large groups. Bonfires on the deck with a star shining overhead is sublime. Don’t pass this up!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mitchell Hentkowski

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I grew up just 7 miles down Leer Rd from the cabin and never really noticed this place growing up. I went into the military right out of high school and ended up living in Oklahoma. Through the years when we would visit family each summer we would leave and talk about finding some property that we could build a summer home. Once we saw this place with the land, we knew this is what we were looking for.

Why they chose this property

It was my Brother who told me this property was available When you walk the trails and see the beauty of this land you will know why it was, in that instant that I knew this was a place we wanted to stay each year when I "come home". That fall when I walked the property it was past the time of fall colors, but I could see the summertime beauty everywhere I turned. Listening to the water cascade over the old Grist Mill Dam is hypnotic. Seeing some of Northern Michigan's largest and oldest Hemlock Tree's whistling in the wind adds to the serenity of this property. When I pull into the drive each time I visit, I realize the 17 hour drive was worth it.

What makes this property unique

If you are looking for a vacation that the only thing you have to do is relax, then this is the place for you. Sitting on one of the 3 decks over looking the Thunder Bay River and Mill Pond, you can listen the birds for as long as you like. If you like to fish, the river and pond will provide a mixture of Northern pike, Bass and pan fish. If you enjoy swimming you can do that also, either out by the deck or down by the mill. There is a canoe and a paddle boat to enjoy the river and pond. You can walk the nearly two miles of trails through acres of beautiful Northern Michigan hardwood forest. Or you can take a nap in the hammock. In the evening you can start a fire in the pit, sit on the swing and watch one of the most beautiful sunsets you will see anywhere. If you enjoy taking pictures, get up early and see if you can catch the local Eagles or possibly the family of Otters or Beavers. We have Canadian Geese nesting with us on the pond each year. Once you visit, you will understand why the words I have here cannot give justice to this wonderful land, and why when you visit you also will look forward to the next time you can visit.

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