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Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage on the lake and near ORV trails

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Terrace/patio
Dining
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a ceiling fan, and a wooden dining table.
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Saint Helen
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Explore the area

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Saint Helen, MI
  • Place, Lake Saint Helen
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South Higgins Lake State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2 - sleeps 2

1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3 - family sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master - sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage on the lake and near ORV trails

Escape to this charming newly remodeled 3-bedroom cottage in Saint Helen located on the water. With 2 queen beds and 2 bunk beds, this cozy retreat is perfect for families or groups of friends. With 1-1/2 bathrooms, enjoy the convenience of amenities like WiFi, a washer and dryer, and a large fully equipped kitchen. Book now and enjoy everything this awesome cottage has to offer.

Families can dock their boat right out front or use the kayaks right on the property. Use the firepit area to roast marshmallows or pop popcorn! The area out front on the water is sandy and not very deep which is great for kids.
For the most part (excluding the week of July 4), the area can be fairly quiet.

Please note, a signed rental contract is required to rent. Starting June 8 - August 10, we are a minimum 7 night stay with a check in/out day of Sunday. The exception is part of the week of July 4, we will accept a 3-4 night stay when we won't be there.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
We do have a camera facing our parking area only. Please do not cover it.
Please review the rental agreement that covers other specifics like noise, parking, ORV/watercraft use, etc.
No pets.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4291490vb
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

St. Helen

Located in St. Helen, this cottage is on the waterfront. Birch Point Golf Club and The Nightmare Golf Course 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 Marguerite Gahagan Nature Preserve. Ogemaw Nature Park and Zettel Farms and Orchard are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing 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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Saint Helen, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Saint Helen - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Houghton Lake - 17 min drive - 22.7 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 29 min drive - 47.0 km
  • Au Sable River - 33 min drive - 67.4 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 36 min drive - 74.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angry Oven - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Inn Back Door Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fork’n Around - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mr B’s Deli & Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage on the lake and near ORV trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront cottage near ORV trails?

As of 17 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront cottage near ORV trails on 3 Jan 2027 start from £466, 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 Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage on the lake and near ORV trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage on the lake and near ORV trails?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage on the lake and near ORV trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage on the lake and near ORV trails located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Saint Helen and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Birch Point Golf Club. Russell Lake and Richfield township Library are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

erin p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a beautiful, well designed home and property. The scenery is spectacular and our accommodations were perfectly comfortable and pleasant. The hosts are great at communication and took care of our needs and questions promptly. The lake was perfect for relaxing by, kayaking, fishing and playing in. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, decor was excellent. Only downfall was the pier (dock) not really compatible for mooring boats. Host helped us with all our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
7/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krissy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! The cabin is so clean & everything seems to be new! Plenty of space for us all to sleep comfortably & eat or play cards! Love the view of the lake & everything about this place! Host was very friendly to work with & all went well
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2026
Thank you! We would love to host your family when we get another place up and running.

About the host

Hosted by Paul and Katherine Palmiter

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Our family is from the Lansing, MI area and fell in love with this quiet area but beautiful area of Michigan.

Why they chose this property

There is so much to do if you are active. There are a few state parks that are close (near Houghton and Higgins), there is hiking on the north side of Lake Saint Helen, there is boating, fishing, and swimming. You can even swim out front of the property. There are multiple trails if you like to four-wheel or snow mobile very close to the property.

What makes this property unique

This property has been completely remodeled down to the studs, electrical, and plumbing. It has a very large kitchen that is well equipped compared to most other vacation rentals we have stayed in. There is a lot to do nearby or relax on the property or water.

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