You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Open All Year. Ausable River Access. Newly Remodeled!
Welcome to our Up North home away from home and vacation in beautiful, quiet Roscommon, Michigan! This newly remodeled home is located on a quiet country road with stunning Ausable River access. Close to both Higgins & Hougton Lakes.
Also, Bear Cottage is only 15 minutes from the world famous "Forest Dunes" golf course!!!
This home features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and even an extra flat screen TV in one of the bedrooms.
All our appliances are brand new. We have a full kitchen, yet we even added a handy kitchenette to the master bedroom for privacy.
Bring your canoe; bring your fishing poles. Your Ausable River access is just a short stroll down this quiet country road.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Huron-Manistee National Forest. Laundry facilities are available. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
Amenities include laundry facilities
Steps from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Meads Landing
As a guest of Open All Year. Ausable River Access. Newly Remodeled!, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Kitchenette
Microwave
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a zoo
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Open All Year Ausable River Access Newly Remodeled!
Open All Year * Ausable River Access * Newly Remodeled!
Open All Year. Ausable River Access. Newly Remodeled! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
19 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Second time staying at cabin. Everything was excellent and plan on staying again soon
Michael K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Justin W.
15 Oct 2025
Justin W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
24 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house. Very clean and great location
Michael K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy W.
13 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
My Kids Mom stayed 2 night for a wedding it was perfectly located and clean no issues. priced well.
Jeremy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matthew S.
1 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
My family enjoyed our visit to this homei. Great place to stay for Higgens Lake. We hope to be back some day.
Matthew S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Autumn V.
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience!
Super easy check in and check out.
Autumn V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sara W.
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
House was spacious and comfortable, will definitely book again!
Sara W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Joni H., Holland, MI
9 Jun 2025
Positives: location close to cute town and river, pet-friendly, quiet, safe neighborhood. Easy car ride to lakes and parks. We enjoyed the farmers market and coffee shop. The rocks were great.Negatives: surprised to find the place NOT clean based on other reviews raving about the cleanliness. They was feces on the front toilet seat and smeared in the bowl, the corners of the floors and bathrooms had hairs and cobwebs in them, the shower drain had a hairball in it, several hairs in the bedsheets. Several dishes were dirty. We were only there two nights, so we did just clean up ourselves, but cleanliness is of huge importance to me when renting a place, so this was quite a turnoff. I also found it sketchy that instructions hanging on the fridge said to “NOT” strip the bedsheets. How then do we know that they get washed? The back bedroom was chilly and the beds were not comfortable (the couch served as a comfy alternative.) Other than that, the only communication we had from Ed was right after we booked with all of the information. There was no reminder to confirm and no message asking if everything was okay. I am used to more communication from the owners with those types of things. We use STRs often. If you’re not too picky about these things, you’ll probably enjoy this property.
Joni H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gina G., Columbia, Missouri
22 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our stay
The house was well maintained and perfect for our stay. Convenient to town and the lakes. Loved it.
Very nice neighborhood and lovely home. Just what we needed. Not enough space for everyone at the family home, so this was perfect. Will definitely be back 😊
Susan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Curt D.
31 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage!
We had an enjoyable experience here with more family camping at North Higgins state park. Great place to chill and sleep!
Curt D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Elyse H.
30 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Yearly Family Fly Fishing Trip
Great location for us. Less than 20 minutes to Grayling where other family members were staying. The kids loved being able to walk down the street and swim in the river.
Elyse H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Arthur F.
1 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, very comfortable.
Renting was very easy. We had a wonderful weekend
Arthur F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joseph G., Kimball, Michigan
1 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
no problems
good as usual
Joseph G.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jill S.
11 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Nights
It was a nice vacation. We were not there much but liked the privacy and fire pit area.
Jill S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
karen I.
24 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family fishing trip.
wonderful house/cabin right by the au sable. Owner very accessible and friendly. Our fishermen had a great weekend. Store close by, all amenities for food we brought as well. We will be back!
karen I.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Larry L.
10 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
work away from home
Home was nice, had after thing we needed and was closed to our work site. I had a two person crew so two bedrooms with Full size bed worked out fine.
Larry L.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eric F.
3 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and spacious
The home was very clean and spacious. Close to downtown Roscommon and easily accessible from the road.
Very clean, plenty of room, great and quick service when the furnace went out. Would highly recommend staying here.
Nathan
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nathan F.
25 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
We had the opportunity to stay at Ed's place for a short weekend getaway and it was perfect. Kayaked the Au Sable River with Paddle Brave and hiked in Grayling. Perfect location for us and everyone in town was friendly and accommodating! It was a great and relaxing trip, thanks Ed!
Nathan F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lori R.
10 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
weekend getaway
The place was lovely, and much larger than pictures showed. It was spotless! I felt very safe being there by myself. Next time will be for kayaking!
Lori R.
8/10 Good
Bill F.
25 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Cabin
Nicely set up. Very close to town and all conveniences. Just a short drive to trails too.
Bill F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joseph C.
22 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean home close to great golf
We spent the weekend playing the nearby golf courses and enjoyed coming back to a convenient place to sleep.