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Private Lakefront Cottage with a Retro Vibe

Front bedroom: 3 full-size beds (sleeps 6)

Main bedroom with Queen bed, dresser and closet

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 14

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Pet-friendly
Kitchen

Explore the area

8961 St Aubin Dr, Hale, MI, 48739

South Dease Lake
‪9 min drive‬
North Dease Lake
‪13 min drive‬
Long Lake
‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

3 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Private Lakefront Cottage with a Retro Vibe

Enjoy a stay at this quiet, quaint cottage right on all-sport West Londo Lake in Hale, Michigan. Recently added Wi-Fi and a wall-mounted SmartTV, as well as full-sized washer and dryer. The home sleeps 12, with space in the living room for additional air mattress(s). Full kitchen, full bath, and many wonderful windows to allow the lake breeze in. Public boat launch if you want to bring your own boat, or there is a pontoon docked at the property available for an additional rental fee of 100$ per day plus refundable deposit. Paddle boat on site can be used at no cost. Forgot something and need a close convenience store? Visit the Londo Lakes Store just around lake, or even better, drive the Pontoon boat across the lake and pull right up just steps from the door. Downtown Hale is 6 miles away for more elaborate items with many eateries and little shops as well as a full grocery. Less than 30 minutes from Lake Huron and the charming city ofTawas with beaches, shops, and culture.

Property manager

Adria Lee

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Ensure Pontoon motor is in upright position and prop is out of the water; return Pontoon key to the counter (if applicable)

Wash dishes

Ensure storm windows are closed over screens, slide sashes closed and lock.

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

No parking on septic field please! Parallel park at road on gravel area only. No more than foot traffic on septic mound.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Hale

Located in Hale, this cottage is on the waterfront. Green Briar Golf Course and Wicker Hills Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Loon Lake Nature Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

8961 St Aubin Dr, Hale, MI, 48739

What's nearby

South Dease Lake - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
Thunder Lake - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
Sage Lake - 12 min drive - 6.5 km
North Dease Lake - 13 min drive - 6.5 km
Long Lake - 20 min drive - 10.8 km

Restaurants

‪Long Lake Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
‪Kenyon's Lakeside & Dining Lounge - ‬17 min drive
‪Pickles Hard Hat Bar - ‬16 min drive
‪The Victorian Cafe - ‬13 min drive
‪Big Bob's Restaurant & Pizzeria - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lakefront Cottage with a Retro Vibe pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Lakefront Cottage with a Retro Vibe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lakefront Cottage with a Retro Vibe?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Private Lakefront Cottage with a Retro Vibe located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Laird Lake, South Dease Lake and La Barge Lake. North Dease Lake and Thunder Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Brandon M.

21 July 2025

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

Cant go wrong for the price

Overall our stay was great! They are doing some "landscaping" so there were giant chunks of concrete next to the walk way from tearing up the old walkway, and the step was a bit higher than it should be. Having access to the boat was nice. We caught a ton of small blue gills, pike and even a couple flat heads off the dock at night. Beds were ok. I didnt see any ladders on the bunk beds so no one slept on the top bunks. There is no AC which we knew going in but just fyi. The weather was perfect so it wasnt an issue. Just some minor cosmetic things that could use some attention and this would be even better! Tons of amenities that came in handy. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing place to unwind.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W.

25 June 2025

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

Lake house June 2025

My family and I traveled her from Texas! This house was amazing!! It was my husband and I and our kids! We have grown kids and teens!! The beds were comfy! The location was in a quiet neighborhood! We met a few of the neighbors they were all so very nice!! Communication with the host was usually quick and easy! It was awesome to have the house and the boat! My son and husband loved being able to take the boat out as often as they wanted while we were at the house! Fishing on the lake was amazing for them! On the dock and out on the boat! There is a small island in the middle where there is Loons are nesting! We saw the baby Loons and got to hear them calling to each other! Overall it was nice and relaxing! We traveled a couple hours each way I think the drives were nice! We took in a minor league baseball game in Midland! It was a great experience! There was an amazing restaurant close by called Timber and tides! The pizza was very good and so was the ice cream! Twas was about 30ish min away the downtown was nice! As well as the beaches there! There was a grocery store called Rogers that was closer! It was well stocked and the people were helpful and friendly! Overall it was amazing and I would recommend it to anyone who will listen! I wish we could have stayed longer!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khris B.

31 Oct 2024

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

Wonderful old school feel

My father grew up on the lake and he had passed away a little while ago. We spent a lot of time on the lake as kids and we wanted to get back up there for some reminiscing. The place was perfect for our needs and fit our ideas of an “up north cabin” to a Tee. They’re wonderful hosts and we had everything we needed plus some. We will definitely stay again for a little longer and hope for some better weather.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle G.

2 Aug 2023

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

Amazing place to stay!

We had a great, relaxing weekend at this home on the lake. It was very quiet and the host was very friendly and communicated quickly. We will definitely be back in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

LISA O.

14 July 2025

Liked: Communication, location

Disliked: Check-in

Overall had a good time

My family and I stayed for a long weekend. The lake is very clean but if your kids dont like a mushy bottom they wont be happy swimming off the dock area.The cottage was very rustic. The windows were very old and had to be propped open to get the lake breeze. It was very hot when we stayed and couldnt feel much of a breeze coming in. The cleaning prior to us arriving was not great. There was open food left from the prior guests in the fridge that we had to dispose of and there were spider webs in every window and every corner.The beds were okay but there was definitely enough of them.The water in the kitchen and bathroom would just randomly turn off then back on while you were washing dishes or showering. The surround on the shower needed to be glued back down as it was separating from the wall.When we arrived there was no key in the lockbox and we had no way to get in. The owner was very nice and apologetic as the cleaner fogot to leave the key in the box and they were several hours away at that point. Thankfully the neighbor was able to get a ladder and prop open one of the windows and climb in to let us in. It was just stressful and inconvenient.The owner after telling them about the lockout and the food left in the fridge offered to refund the cleaning fee but i have not seen that refunded yet.We had a nice trip but would prefer a rental with air conditioning since the windows did not allow too much of a breeze in.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

8 Aug 2023

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

Quaint Cottage in a great location

A quick trip for my family, but a nice little get away. Very quiet neighborhood (only saw one neighbor one time, and she was very friendly), near many lakes. Enjoyed a few of the local eateries, a trip to the AuSable and Lake Huron. Was rainy during our stay, so didn’t get to experience the lake, but looked very nice. Tons of all of the things you never want to pack or buy (condiments, seasonings, coffee, etc.), which is always helpful! Rustic and basic cabin, with tons of bed space for visitors. No tv, so if you need that, bring one with, OR unplug and enjoy the surroundings!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Adria Lee

Languages:

English

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Living Room 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Private Lakefront Cottage with a Retro Vibe

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Check-out instructions

Important information

You need to know

We should mention

About the area

Hale

What's nearby

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

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Exceptional

8.4/10

8.8/10

10/10

10/10

9.0/10

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8/10 Good

Brandon M.

Cant go wrong for the price

Brandon M.

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W.

Lake house June 2025

Cassie W.

10/10 Excellent

Khris B.

Wonderful old school feel

Khris B.

10/10 Excellent

Janelle G.

Amazing place to stay!

Janelle G.

8/10 Good

LISA O.

Overall had a good time

LISA O.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Quaint Cottage in a great location

Amanda L.

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