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Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"

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A wooden deck with a grill and a plastic chair.
A wooden sign with the text "Hilltop Cottage" mounted on a metal frame.
A single-story house with a front porch, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a ceiling fan, wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a kitchen sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Grayling, MI
  • Place, Lake Margrethe
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hartwick Pines State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Grayling

Located in Grayling, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hartwick Pines State Park and North Higgins Lake State Park, while Crawford County Historical Museum and AuSable Artisan Village are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Grayling, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Margrethe - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hanson Hills Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 13 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Torch Lake - 43 min drive - 64.4 km
  • Torch Lake Park - 43 min drive - 64.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Paddle Hard Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Spikes Keg O Nails - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪MI Mezcalito Mexican Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!" located?

This family-friendly Grayling holiday home is located on a lake, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Margrethe, and within 6 mi (10 km) of AuSable Artisan Village and Rayburn Property Trail. Hanson Hills Recreation Area and Grayling Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and convenient. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house to stay in, very cozy, felt like home. Looking forward to booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2026
Great group to be able to host. I would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in and out, no issues. Plenty of parking for truck and trailers, Will use on the next trip if available.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place to stay for a small group.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2026
This was the second year this group has stayed with us, and they were wonderful guests. I would be happy to welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2026
Great group to host.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spent 4 days at the hilltop, cottage, everything was great. We didn't really leave or go and do anything, we just sat back and relaxed and played some games very comfortable setting, very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2026
Great group. I would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Hilltop cottage. It was very clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Loved the game room as well. Beautiful setting with the wooded ravine, true “up north” setting. We were able to ride our atv’s right from the cabin with trail access just down the road. Margrethe Lake is also beautiful. Would definitely recommend to anyone and hope to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2026
Great group!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was wonderful. Located in central Michigan allowing us to travel to multiple spots. Host was always on top of any questions.Air conditioner kept it cool and fans were available in every room. Everything needed to prepare meals.Neat, clean and stocked. Although there was only 4 of us it could be comfortably hold twice that number.Games, pool table and reading material available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2026
Great group!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time we have stayed there. Works great for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2026
Very respectful of Hilltop Cottage and would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was extremely accomodating. House was clean and comfortable. The beds were also very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb, 2026
Great group. I would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was perfect for our group. Close to the trails and plenty of room for all of us. This isn't our first stay and won't be our last!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2026
Great communication and overall experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great location, great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2023
Shawn's group was a great group to host. They treated Hilltop Cottage with great respect. I would welcome them back at anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is very clean, kitchen well stockes, comfy beds, good water pressure in the showers, fun game room. We love sledding right outside the front door. Also really enjoyed going to Hartwick Pines and Hansen Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2026
Top-notch group.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay! Host is awesome to work with! This was our second year in a row staying here! Works great for our family vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2025
Sherry and her group were excellent guest. I would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place that accepts dogs! Didn’t have any pet smells. Great location for us and had all the space we needed. Check-in was easy. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2025
Beverly was a great guest. I hope to be able to host them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family get away

We enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back. The place was roomie, clean, and the location for us was perfect. Brenda was pleasant and communication was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2025
Great group. Would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Weekend

The cottage was just as described- cozy, clean. A great base location for our winter activities vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan, 2024
Guest followed house rules, great communication, and left the cottage clean and tidy. I would recommend them to other host and welcome them back to Hilltop Cottage at anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

We stayed here for a long weekend family getaway and we definitely enjoyed it! We had a good experience with the house and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2023
We welcome Emily and her family back to Hilltop Cottage anytime. They were great guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was exactly what we were looking for and it was exactly what it was presented as she was a great

It was a wonderful stay we enjoyed the house thoroughly I would recommend it to anybody it was just the right spot where we needed to be and close enough to town and close enough to the trails we will be going there again no doubt
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2025
Randall was a great guest. I would welcome them back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Happy

Very good accommodations for the price point!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2023
Great guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Very clean, everything was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2025
Great group. I would love to host them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Hunting Trip

We had a great time and the house was very accommodating and in a great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2023
Great group.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute house on the hill.

Very roomy and comfortable. Bedrooms were very nice. Nice location. Very private.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2025
I would recommend Julie's group to other host. Great group to host.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We loved our stay here! Great location! Close to necessities and nice for day trips. We loved the gaming tables in the basement. All in all, a great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2024
Excellent guest!! Would welcome them back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

Everything about this stay was perfect and easy going. Highly recommend staying here and the game room was a huge bonus. Only down fall was the oven which is very old and could be updated But still worked decently
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2024
Great guest. Thanks for your suggestions. They are greatly appreciate.
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