Fisherman's Retreat. On South Branch of AuSable River, Clean, Comfortable

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Water view

Check out the area

Grayling, MI

Au Sable River16 min drive
AuSable Artisan Village17 min drive
Hartwick Pines State Park35 min drive
Roscommon County – Blodgett Memorial Airport (HTL)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bear - Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Moose - Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to our fisherman's river cabin on the South Branch, with a dock on the river for leisurely relaxation. We are SELECTIVELY renting this property that you will find to be well-equipped and clean. Almost new cabin, knotty pine interior with fly tying bench. Two bedrooms each with two beds and a futon in the living room. Cabin sleeps and has a maximum of 4 people. Kitchen is fully equipped with dishwasher, microwave, and oven, coffee maker, pots, pans, utensils. WiFi is rock solid. Property is fully and automatically backed up by an integrated generator.

The property is just downstream from the legendary Mason Tract which has miles of wilderness river with no cabins, little fishing pressure, and great hiking trails. We are located 5 miles from Gates Lodge, and one mile away from Kneff Lake. Great area for fishing, hiking and bird watching. Please note this is a NON SMOKING PROPERTY inside and outside.

Important: When making reservations, please keep at least 1 full day open on both sides of your reservation. Cleaning crews need to be scheduled.

Property manager

Steven Loving

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Absolutely

Events

No events allowed

NO

Pets

Pets allowed

$20/night - extra cleaning fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

ENTIRE property is NO SMOKING; inside or out.

No Smoking anywhere on the property inside or out. No refunds for early departures.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Note from host: NO

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Roscommon

Located in Roscommon, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. AuSable Artisan Village and Crawford County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mason Tract Pathway and Grayling Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Grayling, MI

What's nearby

Au Sable River - 16 min drive
AuSable Artisan Village - 17 min drive
North Higgins Lake State Park - 31 min drive
Hartwick Pines State Park - 35 min drive
South Higgins Lake State Park - 46 min drive

Restaurants

Two Track Inn - 7 min drive
Jim's Canoe Livery - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fisherman's Retreat. On South Branch of AuSable River, Clean, Comfortable pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fisherman's Retreat. On South Branch of AuSable River, Clean, Comfortable?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fisherman's Retreat. On South Branch of AuSable River, Clean, Comfortable?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fisherman's Retreat. On South Branch of AuSable River, Clean, Comfortable located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Huron-Manistee National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Au Sable River and Mason Tract Pathway. Grayling Country Club and AuSable Artisan Village are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

28 Apr 2024

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

Great trip

This was a repeat family weekend for us at this property. Steve is a great host and communicator. House was stocked with all amenities needed, wifi was strong, and the view/grounds were impeccable. Close to Grayling if anything was needed. My kids loved fishing on site, and pizza from Paddle Hard Brewery can't be beat. Great wholesome, family weekend. We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

2 Oct 2023

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

Great stay, great place for small families

This is our second stay at the Fisherman's Cabin. Steve is a great communicator, and the place is great. Our family loves it. Great accommodations, river access, kids are obsessed with the bluegill pond, great wifi, kitchen/grill, big table for family meals and games, fly tying desk, back entrance with a great bench for puttingon fishing gear...close access to Grayling and Roscommon. The only minor wish list recommendation would be a thicker mattress on the futon or a different couch, but that's minor. I'd still grade the cabin a 99%. We love it, and I hope we can go back again in the future. Our young daughters (ages 4 and 6) ask all the time when we can go back to "fish camp." Thanks for helping us make great family memories.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

26 Aug 2023

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

Great stay on the South Branch.

Perfect location on a very fishable part of the South Branch of the Au Sable River about 13 miles east of Grayling, MI. This is definitely the best "fishing cabin" I've ever stayed in. Thanks for allowing me to be your guest. We will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesley S.

16 Aug 2023

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

Awesome

This place is as advertised, with ready access to the South Branch. We had a Wednesday to Sunday booking after a hectic week,and this property afforded us some much needed down time. It was the perfect match of isolation and convenient access to everything we needed (17 minutes from Grayling), and centralized access to all of the Au Sable. We didn't actually need to leave the property to enjoy nature, and so we didn't. This was pretty fantastic as I forgot my handy dandy Au Sable guidebook and would have had to rely upon memory to navigate to all the obscure honey holes around town. The rental is exactly as described in the photos, and is fully furnished with everything you need to have a good time. It was lovely fishing off the dock, and seeing people wrapping up their water sports day at the Smith Bridge pick up spot as they paddled through. 10/10 would recommend whether or not you're an angler.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

9 Aug 2023

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

Love the river, will be back

As described, remote, Steven was a good communicator

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steven Loving

Hello, I have been fishing the AuSable for 30 years. If your a trout fisherman like me, enjoy the famous Mason Track of the South Branch, you will love this place. We do.

Why they chose this property

This property has been in our family for 15 years. We love the AuSable River and the surrounding area. You will enjoy the great outdoors of northern Michigan, fly-fishing, and swimming in the river.....if your up for it. : )

What makes this property unique

Fish out your back door. Take a walk up stream and fish down to the cabin. Enjoy the dock for cocktails and the large wrap around porch with a view of the river. If you have beginners they can practice their skills on the pond before hitting the stream.

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