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Riverfront Retreat AuSable River Fly Fish Kayak Canoe Hike

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A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and a view through a glass door.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with patterned bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed sign on the wall.
A lakeside cabin with a deck and outdoor furniture.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a coffee maker, and a kettle.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a dishwasher.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Roscommon, MI
  • Place, Tisdale Triangle Pathway
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Au Sable River Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Higgins Township Hall
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Roscommon

Located in Roscommon, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Wallace Park and Au Sable River Center. .This vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Tisdale Triangle Pathway and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Roscommon Area Historical Society Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Tisdale Triangle Pathway - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Au Sable River Center - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Roscommon Area Historical Society Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Higgins Township Hall - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Meads Landing - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Matt's Lake Street Grill & Pizzeria - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fred's of Roscommon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jacks Place Roscommon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Riverfront Retreat AuSable River Fly Fish Kayak Canoe Hike

Enjoy a true Northern Michigan getaway at this roomy riverfront home on the South Branch of the AuSable River, comfortably sleeping eight guests with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. A large deck overlooks the river, offering peaceful views for morning coffee or evening relaxation, while a fire pit on the riverbank invites you to unwind under the stars. Inside, a beautiful see-through fireplace connects the living and dining areas, creating a warm gathering space year-round.
Located upstream of all canoe liveries for a quieter stretch of water in a small and friendly neighborhood within walking distance from the quaint downtown area of Roscommon, this location is perfect.
The home is just four miles from the renowned Mason Tract (flies-only water) making it ideal for trout fishing, kayaking, and canoeing enthusiasts. Outdoor adventure continues located 10 minutes from beautiful Higgins Lake, and just 10 minutes from Forest Dunes Golf Club. A 2 car garage is available for your use along with 2 canoes, a variety of skis, and plenty of firewood.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please place all trash in the bin behind the door that is to the right of the garage door.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The couch is a hideaway and bedding is available if needed.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Riverfront Retreat AuSable River Fly Fish Kayak Canoe Hike Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 192 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to come and unwind, recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

justin j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay! Great location close to town and right on the river. Nice fire pit set up and backyard. Clean, comfortable and had all the kitchen amenities with a brand new propane grill. Would stay there again and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property and its location was very relaxing. We saw a beaver woodpeckers all kinds of birds. Would stay here again. Thank you, Bill.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice setting, Relaxing, and peaceful, very pet friendly the dogs loved the water. Had everything that was needed for a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Great stay

Very excellent place to stay. Place was beautiful, very clean and everything was provided that you would need for stay. We would definitely stay at this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

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

Lovely property

2nd stay at this property and really enjoy it
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic vacation in this beautiful riverside house the perfect size for our yearly family vacation. Hope to stay there again next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

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

Beautiful area and home

Great stay property had all amenities and views were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Quick Family Getaway

The cabin was very nice and easily accommodated our family. Great location in relation to Forrest Dunes as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Wonderful location and excellent owner

Beautiful town and river. Bill was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Wonderful time!

As always, we had a wonderful vacation here and will be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne & Lee Ann M.

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

Roscommon, MI

Great stay! Wonderful property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonelle B.

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

Family vacation

Another wonderful family vacation at this property. Highly recommend if you like the river and peace and quiet!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell M.

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

Great Get-Away

We love staying at this cottage. It’s right on the river in a nice peaceful location. Very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a big family. Nice deck to watch the ducks, birds, rabbits and squirrels. Big kitchen for cooking and a nice firepit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

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

Perfect Stay!

We loved the house and views! Close to downtown Roscommon which made it convenient for dinner and quick trips! Easy check in/out. House was very clean and comfortable! Will definitely be booking here next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with owner! Great house. Definitely will return. Best house we have rented in 12 years of visiting Roscommon
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Quiet river house

Beautiful, clean and quiet. Perfectly relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Juli S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home on the Au Sable River

Great location- close to downtown and right around the corner from the canoe drop off. Also, a short 10 min drive to the Cross Country Ski Headquarters!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

Third Stay

Nothing else to say our third trip and we'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liza G.

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

Wonderful time! Great house!

All went well and the house was just as described!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

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

Northern Reunion

Great property with all the amenities and more! Beautiful Au Sable river on the property. Peaceful, comfortable and relaxing at its best!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie s.

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

Great family vacation

Our stay was amazing! Mom, Dad, and 3 daughters ages 12, 8, 7. Plenty of room and so many things to explore. We used Campbell's down the road to Kayak. Higgins lake state park is so close we visited there for a day trip. We golfed, and spent the rest of the time on the decks overlooking the gorgeous river.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon B.

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

enjoyable

well kept and equipped
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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