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

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Beach
Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Grayling, MI
  • Place, Au Sable River
  • Place, Hanson Hills Recreation Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, AuSable Artisan Village
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Frequently asked questions

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

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

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

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!" is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!"?

No, Unwind at Hilltop Cottage - By Lake Margrethe "Dog Friendly & has a Game Room!!" does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adam C., SE Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
House was nice with comfortable beds. Host was quick to respond. The only Issue we had was with the 1st floor bathroom. The sink leaked significantly so we didn't use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property had very comfortable Ed’s and furniture. The kitchen is big and well equipped. The game area downstairs is comfortable furniture and the pool table is a blast. The tv is perfect if you want to watch a game while you play foosball. The host was amazing and answered all my questions in a very timely manner. She went above and beyond to make my stay pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, everything was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan BLAIRE S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect! And comfortable and spacious! The property is located within walking distance of Lake Margrethe and ORV trails and a short drive to fishing on the Manistee river! I would love to come back again next Summer!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute house on the hill.

Very roomy and comfortable. Bedrooms were very nice. Nice location. Very private.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer 2025

Lots of space to spread out.Gameroom loved by all.Short trip to beach .. perfect!Bonfire pit for smoresThe outlets in the basement bedroom struggled to hold the plug in the wall.The tv/dvd/vhs in the basement... we couldnt get it to work
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Tour

The Hilltop Cottage was topnotch. Centrally located to Torch Lake, Indian River, and Higgins Lake. Brenda is an amazing host. Her cottage is clean, beds are comfortable, ample parking, and equipped with everything you need. We enjoyed our stay, it will be on our return to list.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

randall H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

cozy and comfortable

We are just a group of friends who want to get away once a year and do nothing but visit, laugh, play games, eat and have a few drinks without all the distractions of home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great quiet location with access to outdoor adventure

Six of us (my parents, brother, wife, adult daughter, and I) stayed with our two small dogs, and we had plenty of space when we needed quiet and plenty of activities (game room, board games, we’ll-equipped kitchen for cooking and grille) for when we wanted to be together. Having two bathrooms was a nice feature, as was on-site laundry if we would have gotten clothes dirty or wet when some of us went fly fishing on the AuSable. I would highly recommend this place for your next adventure up north.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bob r.

Liked: Cleanliness

For storm damge

Excellent place to stay no matter the reason
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lacey b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ice fishing and snowmobiling

3 couples got together for this weekend getaway and the house was great! Half of us went fishing on lake margrethe and half stayed back crocheting and cooking. The kitchen was well stocked. We had a wonderful time and would return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Northwood Getaway

Great layout for multifamily groups, with plenty of space. The downstairs space gave everyone a chance to spread out and socialize. Beautiful location that is excellent for any season, and close to tons of family-friendly outdoor activities. Conveniently located for easy access to Graying and the outdoors.Brenda was a great host who always took our calls and gave us a very clean and comfortable stay.If coming in the winter make sure to have all-wheel drive. The approach to the property can be just a bit steep for lesser-equipped vehicles.We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location for snowmobiling!

Great cabin close to snowmobile trails. Map provided was very helpful with local seasonal roads to get to trails. Kids love the game room in the basement. After fresh snowfall, the hill can make it tricky to park the truck and trailer in the dark. In the morning, we were able to move it around in daylight after it was plowed. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Colors

We enjoyed the property very close to ORV trails and nice location for other adventures
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing trip

Had a great time , did some fishing , played cards , we have been fishing for many years with the same group of guys , we enjoy this house and its location , THANK YOU
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay…not handicap accessible!

This was a great property and location!! Literally right near an amazing beach for littles! My 2 year old had a blast playing in the very shallow water. The house was great - rooms were very nice. House stocked great. Now…people should note that this house is not accessible. My mom broke her hip a month before the trip, AFTER we booked the house. Hence - still a five star review because we didn’t know that she was going to fall before the trip. But her walker was not able to fit the doorway for the bathroom, and it was hard to push on the very plush carpet. Just want people to be aware of this. The house and location were seriously amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kassandra b.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

The property was beautiful, the house was very nice. Kitchen could use a little updating, but was functional. We really enjoyed our stay. It would be nice to maybe let guest know what day is garbage pick up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Darla L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and clean

Our family of 7 enjoyed spreading out in this well stocked, clean, cabin vibe setting. The new kitchen was great. The pool table was a highlight. The lake was a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tenishia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice home with plenty of room

Enjoyed the game room downstairs. Plenty of parking for our 2 big trailers. Has easy trail access
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024