Title: Lake front beauty - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake front beauty Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83233900/83233812/adc428fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83233900/83233812/a7ab8bb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83233900/83233812/44f84f61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83233900/83233812/b15f16e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, video games, table tennis, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83233900/83233812/f71f0ce9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of pristine Lake Avalon, Twin Birches offers a serene escape in Hillman, Michigan. Enjoy paddle boarding or kayaking on the lake, play a round of basketball or ping pong with friends and family. Life jackets are provided for added safety. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lake front beauty Twin Birches is located on lake Avalon in Hillman Michigan. Lake Avalon is one of Michigan’s cleanest and beautiful lakes. The town of Hillman offers a beautiful 18 hole golf course,restaurants and a DNR boat launch. The Alpena Regional Airport is 25 minutes from the village of Hillman. We are 1 1/2 hours from Mackinac City where you can catch the ferry to beautiful historic Mackinac Island. We are directly on the water and a few steps from the deck to the water and wood dock. We have a paddle boat, paddle board, row boat, life jackets, ping pong table, darts, paddle tennis net and paddles, and a basketball net for you to enjoy. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102500000/102490200/102490134/af31ffb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Looking for a great family getaway in Northern Michigan? 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.10163%2C-83.96695&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_cSk8Ev-cFZhoUK21jWQHdDX1Tk=) Hillman, MI #### What's nearby - Brush Creek Mill - 14 min drive - 11.3 km - Clear Lake State Park - 34 min drive - 28.0 km - Northern Lights Arena - 49 min drive - 60.0 km - Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 50 min drive - 60.4 km - Ocqueoc Falls - 55 min drive - 56.0 km #### Getting around - Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chauncey's Pub - ‬12 min drive - ‪On Top Of The Hill - ‬15 min drive - ‪Jacques Restaurant - ‬13 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake front beauty pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lake front beauty? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lake front beauty? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Lake front beauty located? > This family-friendly Hillman vacation home is located on the waterfront, 5.7 mi (9.3 km) from Brush Creek Mill, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Clear Lake State Park and Turtle Lake. Lee's Miniature Golf and Laser Team Challenge are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake front beauty Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel R. Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning Lake! This was the BEST family vacation we have ever been able to have! The lake and the house are seriously beautiful! Perfect beach for our littles and tons of fun for us adults! Will be coming back for sure!!! Thank you guys so much! ##### Rachel R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauri S. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank You! We truly had the best time, even though the weather wasn’t great. The host thought of everything. Even the ping-pong table in the garage worked out great during the rain! We hope to be back next year. ##### Lauri S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### BrightBlueEyesLori Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Caribbean in Michigan Lake Avalon is amazing! Don't let the secret out! The cottage was even nicer than the photos, great location on one of the most beautiful, clearest, sandy bottom lakes.  Shallow water quite a ways out, great for floating and would be great for small children.  Past the shallows is an area that is 3' - 4' deep or so, great for swimming and exploring underwater, my youngest grandson spent a lot of time in his goggles swimming there. We brought floaties with us, they had a lily pad you could use along with a paddleboard, kayak and rowboat. In the evening while we enjoyed our bonfire next to the lake we also enjoyed the great view of the stars and I'm pretty sure the Milky Way!  We explored the waters off the dock in the evening with flashlights/headlamps looking for minnows and crawdaddy's (we only saw 3 crawdaddy's the whole time but quite a few minnows).  Washer and dryer was great to have. The kitchen was nicely stocked with everything you might need.  You can leave the beach towels home too they have a lot!  One day was a bit dreary so we took a drive to check out the Ocqueoc Falls near Rogers City, got some ice cream in Rogers City then went up to Mackinaw City for dinner.  Mackinaw City is a little over an hour away so a nice day trip. We also went to Alpena for shopping, about 30 minutes away. They do have a paddleboat which I was hoping to use but it seemed to have water inside on one side so it wasn't floating evenly.  All in all a great place for a relaxing vacation! ##### BrightBlueEyesLori Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy M. Jul 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little slice of paradise First the lake! It’s super clear and shallow for yards. Easy for water sports and young children. Get up early and SUP or swim or row in peace. Then the hosts thought of everything. There was every kind of floating device to play with and life jackets if needed. The home was perfect for us. My elderly folks could have the master sweet with no stairs and we could be downstairs and not bother them. It was a peaceful lovely long weekend and we’d love to come back. ##### Stacy M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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