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Ausable River Cottage

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Property grounds
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Ausable River Cottage

Enjoy the tranquility and solitude of the North Woods in our 3 BR, 1.5 BA cottage, located on the Upper main branch of the Au Sable river between Grayling and Gaylord in Fredric Michigan.
Ideal for several couples or a large family and perfect for the up north get away. One BR with a queen size bed and a full BA on the main floor, and 2 BR and a 1/2 BA on the second floor, 2 full size beds in one bedroom and a queen size bed in the other bedroom with a balcony overlooking the River. A full size kitchen and a wood burning fireplace adds to the rustic feel. Close to all attraction the North provides - blue ribbon trout fishing, kayaking, snowmobiling, hunting,skiing and much more. One dog allowed with an additional daily fee of $35.00 per day per pet.

Property manager

Rosemarie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available (fee applies)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: $35.00 per day per pet, inform host.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Our cottage is suitable for children

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Ausable River Cottage Cottage
Ausable River Cottage Frederic
Ausable River Cottage Cottage Frederic

About the neighborhood

Map
Frederic, MI

What's nearby

  • Au Sable River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wakeley Lake - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 14 min drive - 6.7 km
  • AuSable Artisan Village - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Hanson Hills Recreation Area - 19 min drive - 17.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Frederic Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Swamp II Bar & Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kathy's Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Big Boy Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fellowship Cafe - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ausable River Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Ausable River Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ausable River Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ausable River Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Frederic, this cottage is steps from Au Sable River and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Hartwick Pines State Park. Big Bradford Lake and Wakeley Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Ausable River Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cheryl o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing place to stay!
We enjoyed spending our 35th wedding anniversary at this place, such tranquility!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Claudia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location on the river
Cabin was clean and spacious.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a weekend trip to the wilderness.
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful river location
A comfortable peaceful cabin on the Au Sable river.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Excellent location, friendly neighbor and great place to hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yount
Nice, clean, quiet, relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet getaway
We really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Clean cabin, great location, very peaceful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Home for the family
We enjoy our stay everytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed staying here again. A very peaceful and relaxing weekend with family.
My family and I enjoyed this trip very much. The rental process was very easy and the house was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet little cottage in the river
Rosemarie was very responsive and easy to get a hold of. Check in process was very easy, had a great time relaxing on the river. Our two dogs had a great time as well. Cottage had all the essentials we needed. We will be visiting again. Also just an fyi there is a neighbor right next door with a dog, but they are also friendly and were gone most of the time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have recommended to others.
This was a good place to stay while we explored Northern Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fredric cottage
This is second time we stayed and had an absolutely fabulous time from hanging out olaying in river to visiting other areas. 10 ot of 10 for us. Cabin was cozy and relaxing couldnt ask for a better time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We never get tired of listening to AuSable flow by, the wind whispering through the trees, or the birds calling here! It was another relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bradley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall up north trip
Great location for enjoying the up north. Used this location as a home base for our adventures into the surrounding state forests. Very quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rachelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grayling cottage
Cottage was clean and well priced
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf Outing
great rental property
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

brittany s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
We really enjoyed this cabin and location! Great place close to orv trails, town, and river floats. Yet still secluded enough to enjoy! Would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet location
Beautiful setting on the Au Sable Has all the amenities you could need for an up north getaway. We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
The river was so beautiful and the property exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cindy Ln.
This was a fantastic stay. Property and cabin were beautiful. Would recommend staying here and we will stay here again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E., Bronson. Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin. Neat setting.
Everything went very well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Geoff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Frederic cottage July
Nice place, no AC but it is northern Michigan, so even in late July it was comfortable. Stayed here for the AuSable Canoe Marathon, didn't have a lot of time to enjoy the amenities of the cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Northern cabin
Excellent location just 15 minutes outside of Grayling with all the amenities and beautiful views of the Ausable River. We had a great time reconnecting with family and nature
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Juliann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Nice place along the river. Very relaxing week up north.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022