10/10 Excellent
Megan H.
16 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Megan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
NEW Dog Friendly Lakefront With Acreage
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
St. Helen, MI
- The Nightmare Golf Course
- Lake Saint Helen
- The Dream Golf Course
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
NEW Dog Friendly Lakefront With Acreage
Welcome to Shifting Gears! St. Helen is the perfect all-season destination with boating, fishing, golf courses, and an extensive network of offroad trails.
Escape the daily hustle at our East Twin Lake home on 5+ acres, situated 2.5 miles down a maintained, dead-end dirt road. East Twin Lake is shallow and roughly ~100 acres with great fishing (bass, pike, perch, panfish) and abundant wildlife. Best described as a wilderness lake, loons, hawks, eagles, turtles, and beavers are frequently sighted. Swimming at our dock space is not currently desirable; however, the opposite side of the island is great for swimming.
Nestled between Houghton Lake, West Branch, Gladwin, and Roscommon, St. Helen offers convenient access to offroad trails, The Dream and The Nightmare golf courses, hiking, dining, and more.
INSIDE:
• High speed fiber optic internet
• Three bedrooms (extra pillows provided)
• Two bathrooms (one stand-up shower, one bathtub)
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Dining space for six
• 80" Smart TV in living room with streaming apps
• Full size main level washer and dryer
• Central air conditioning
• Linens, towels, toiletries, laundry detergent, dish soap, and paper towel all provided.
• Lower level: large living room featuring sectional, gas fireplace, 75" flat screen, and:
• Books, DVD’s, board/card games, puzzles, PlayStation 5
• Highchair, booster seat, pack and play, baby gate
OUTSIDE:
• Invisible fencing around entire boundary, no physical fencing present
• Covered front porch: seating for four
• Lake-facing deck: seating for six with umbrella and Monument grill (propane provided)
• Lake-facing patio: log swing, picnic table with umbrella, and Traeger smoker (pellets provided)
• 100’ (60' long, 40' wide) dock with two kayaks, one canoe, one standup paddleboard, one paddle boat, life
jackets, numerous fishing poles with basic tackle
• Very large yard, woods with nature trails
• Large firepit space with ample seating
• Two hammocks
• Yard-sized games (Yahtzee, Jenga)
DOG FRIENDLY:
Up to two dogs allowed, no weight restriction
XL crate with pad available
Please take care that your dog(s) remain(s) within the property boundaries
LOCATION:
3 miles to DNR Trail 6
20 minutes to The Dream/Nightmare
25 minutes to Houghton Lake, West Branch, Gladwin
Guests have access to the entire home except lower level storage room and garages.
Escape the daily hustle at our East Twin Lake home on 5+ acres, situated 2.5 miles down a maintained, dead-end dirt road. East Twin Lake is shallow and roughly ~100 acres with great fishing (bass, pike, perch, panfish) and abundant wildlife. Best described as a wilderness lake, loons, hawks, eagles, turtles, and beavers are frequently sighted. Swimming at our dock space is not currently desirable; however, the opposite side of the island is great for swimming.
Nestled between Houghton Lake, West Branch, Gladwin, and Roscommon, St. Helen offers convenient access to offroad trails, The Dream and The Nightmare golf courses, hiking, dining, and more.
INSIDE:
• High speed fiber optic internet
• Three bedrooms (extra pillows provided)
• Two bathrooms (one stand-up shower, one bathtub)
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Dining space for six
• 80" Smart TV in living room with streaming apps
• Full size main level washer and dryer
• Central air conditioning
• Linens, towels, toiletries, laundry detergent, dish soap, and paper towel all provided.
• Lower level: large living room featuring sectional, gas fireplace, 75" flat screen, and:
• Books, DVD’s, board/card games, puzzles, PlayStation 5
• Highchair, booster seat, pack and play, baby gate
OUTSIDE:
• Invisible fencing around entire boundary, no physical fencing present
• Covered front porch: seating for four
• Lake-facing deck: seating for six with umbrella and Monument grill (propane provided)
• Lake-facing patio: log swing, picnic table with umbrella, and Traeger smoker (pellets provided)
• 100’ (60' long, 40' wide) dock with two kayaks, one canoe, one standup paddleboard, one paddle boat, life
jackets, numerous fishing poles with basic tackle
• Very large yard, woods with nature trails
• Large firepit space with ample seating
• Two hammocks
• Yard-sized games (Yahtzee, Jenga)
DOG FRIENDLY:
Up to two dogs allowed, no weight restriction
XL crate with pad available
Please take care that your dog(s) remain(s) within the property boundaries
LOCATION:
3 miles to DNR Trail 6
20 minutes to The Dream/Nightmare
25 minutes to Houghton Lake, West Branch, Gladwin
Guests have access to the entire home except lower level storage room and garages.
Property manager
JENNIFER ALLEN
Premier Host
Languages
English
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
St. Helen
Located in St. Helen, this holiday home is on a lake. The Nightmare Golf Course and Birch Point 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 Kirtlands Warbler Wildlife Management Area and Lake Saint Helen. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
St. Helen, MI
Restaurants
- Aunt Millie's Bakeries - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Danielle A.
28 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical location
Danielle A.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle Z.
9 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July Holiday
Michelle Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by JENNIFER ALLEN
I'm from downstate Michigan (Metro Detroit) and was lucky enough to live on East Twin Lake for a couple years. Hoping to move back sooner than later!
I enjoy quality time with my dogs, partner, and larger family, reading, traveling, attempting to garden, and nature. I'm drawn to hosting as it is the perfect outlet to my passions for travel and real estate and plays on my drive to exceed expectations.
I enjoy quality time with my dogs, partner, and larger family, reading, traveling, attempting to garden, and nature. I'm drawn to hosting as it is the perfect outlet to my passions for travel and real estate and plays on my drive to exceed expectations.
Why they chose this property
I initially desired a weekend place up north and left it at that. Our neighborhood has everything I didn't know I was looking for until I arrived; kind and respectful neighbors, peace and quiet, and a genuine sense of community.
What makes this property unique
Lakefront acreage, privacy, and extremely high standards for guest experience.
Languages:
English
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