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12 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
Summary:
**Newly remodeled, top-to-bottom**
Welcome to ‘The Starting Dock’, cottage on Lake Avalon.
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom, Sleeps 12
Pontoon Boat Rental Available for additional fee. Message owner for more details.
Relax with the whole family in this beautifully appointed Lake Avalon house, a relaxing retreat on the water. A private getaway on the north shore of crystal-clear, sandy-bottom, Lake Avalon. Indoor and outdoor living spaces, gorgeous views, and 70 ft of private water frontage.
The Space:
This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cottage is tucked in its own private valley surrounded by trees that provide lots of shade over the second-story deck off the kitchen and living room, while the southern exposure provides great sun on the decks overlooking the water and the private dock access to the lake. The lower level walks out to a intimate patio offering a cozy place to curl up day or night, with the same great water views.
Kayaks and paddleboards are provided for hours of fun in the sun. Wifi and streaming services are available on all TVs. Fully appointed kitchen and all linens and towels supplied. Just bring your bathing suits and sunglasses to enjoy your new home away from home.
- Public boat launch available.
- Walk to the A-Frame party store for ice cream.
- 20-minute drive to Alpena shopping, restaurants, and shipwreck museum.
- 80-minute drive to Mackinaw
Sorry, no pets are allowed.
House and sleeping details - floor plans are provided in the photos.
The main level has a living room, and a fully appointed kitchen with a large island with seating on both sides for prepping and gathering. The living room has a queen sofa bed. The kitchen and living room walk out to a large deck with plenty of seating for outdoor eating. The first floor also offers a bedroom (queen), full bathroom, and laundry room with a washer and dryer.
The second-story has a half bathroom and two bedrooms with lake views. The first bedroom has a Queen bed with a twin trundle. The second bedroom has twin-over-full bunk bed and twin trundle bed.
The lower-level has a full bathroom and living space with a wet bar, beverage fridge and freezer, large table, and another queen sofa bed. The lower-level walks out to a private covered patio. Cozy up to the gas fire table with beautiful views even when the weather isn’t at its best.
Multiple outdoor decks offer options for sun-lovers and shade-seekers alike. Solo fire pit for s’more and campfire stories.
The house has beds for beds for 13 if some are kids. It more comfortably sleeps 10 if all are adults.
2 Queen beds
2 Queen sofa beds - with new memory foam mattresses
2 twin trundle beds
1 twin-over-full bunk bed
Guest Access:
The entire private house and property including lake frontage and dock.
Interaction with Guests:
I can be reached by text or phone if you need anything during your stay.
**Newly remodeled, top-to-bottom**
Welcome to ‘The Starting Dock’, cottage on Lake Avalon.
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom, Sleeps 12
Pontoon Boat Rental Available for additional fee. Message owner for more details.
Relax with the whole family in this beautifully appointed Lake Avalon house, a relaxing retreat on the water. A private getaway on the north shore of crystal-clear, sandy-bottom, Lake Avalon. Indoor and outdoor living spaces, gorgeous views, and 70 ft of private water frontage.
The Space:
This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cottage is tucked in its own private valley surrounded by trees that provide lots of shade over the second-story deck off the kitchen and living room, while the southern exposure provides great sun on the decks overlooking the water and the private dock access to the lake. The lower level walks out to a intimate patio offering a cozy place to curl up day or night, with the same great water views.
Kayaks and paddleboards are provided for hours of fun in the sun. Wifi and streaming services are available on all TVs. Fully appointed kitchen and all linens and towels supplied. Just bring your bathing suits and sunglasses to enjoy your new home away from home.
- Public boat launch available.
- Walk to the A-Frame party store for ice cream.
- 20-minute drive to Alpena shopping, restaurants, and shipwreck museum.
- 80-minute drive to Mackinaw
Sorry, no pets are allowed.
House and sleeping details - floor plans are provided in the photos.
The main level has a living room, and a fully appointed kitchen with a large island with seating on both sides for prepping and gathering. The living room has a queen sofa bed. The kitchen and living room walk out to a large deck with plenty of seating for outdoor eating. The first floor also offers a bedroom (queen), full bathroom, and laundry room with a washer and dryer.
The second-story has a half bathroom and two bedrooms with lake views. The first bedroom has a Queen bed with a twin trundle. The second bedroom has twin-over-full bunk bed and twin trundle bed.
The lower-level has a full bathroom and living space with a wet bar, beverage fridge and freezer, large table, and another queen sofa bed. The lower-level walks out to a private covered patio. Cozy up to the gas fire table with beautiful views even when the weather isn’t at its best.
Multiple outdoor decks offer options for sun-lovers and shade-seekers alike. Solo fire pit for s’more and campfire stories.
The house has beds for beds for 13 if some are kids. It more comfortably sleeps 10 if all are adults.
2 Queen beds
2 Queen sofa beds - with new memory foam mattresses
2 twin trundle beds
1 twin-over-full bunk bed
Guest Access:
The entire private house and property including lake frontage and dock.
Interaction with Guests:
I can be reached by text or phone if you need anything during your stay.
Amenities at Lake Avalon House “The Starting Dock” 3Bed 3Bath, Optional Pontoon Boat Rental
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
No pets allowed
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Perfect!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
Everything about our stay was awesome: owner, house, supplies, communication, cleanliness. Such a beautiful lake and very shallow -perfect for small children. They would have love beach or a little area with sand where they could dig, ...maybe under the stairs before you hit the dock ;)We will definitely considering returning next year.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
Great place, beautiful lake. Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jun 2025
We booked this property for our son’s 40th birthday,he brought his seven year old son also. Our daughter her husband and Four year old son also came. The cottage was perfect for all of us. It’s decorated beautifully yet it’s kid friendly too. The first thing you notice is there are no harsh perfume smells not even on the bedding only clean which to me is no odor at all. I have issues with irritants so what a relief to know I could breathe easily. The home is so well stocked with literally anything you need. Mary told me just bring your clothes toiletries and food and she wasn’t kidding. The outdoor seating areas were fantastic to slip away from the kids for some private time. Tons of seating on several different deck areas along with a really cool gas fire table.The solo wood stove doesn’t seem to get you as Smokey as a regular fire pit. The water level was so perfect for the little ones to play in and it was cold but they loved it. I would say you can walk out 30’ in just a foot of water. You may say wait a minute this lady must know the owners well I have met them one time and they are the sweetest couple. So I’m a 66 year old mom and grandmother who had the best time ever at this beautiful home. We easily could have stayed more than four days, it felt like home but more fun!
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(13 Ratings)
"Perfect!"
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