**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 - see details below.
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 an intimate, covered patio offering a cozy place to curl up day or night, with the same great water views.
Kayaks and paddleboards are included for hours of fun in the sun. Wifi and streaming services are available on both 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 - approximate 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 patio.
Multiple outdoor decks offer options for sun-lovers and shade-seekers alike.
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
Pontoon Boat:
22 Foot Bennington pontoon boat with rear fishing seats, depth finder, and live well, available for additional $250 per day. Message to reserve pontoon during your stay. (Not available July 1-7, 2024).
Life jackets provided.