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• Bathrooms - 0.0
• Pets considered
• On a wooded lot with a golf course view.

Welcome to Elk Ridge at Thunder Bay Golf Resort, your very own chalet-style hideaway tucked between the whisper-quiet 2nd and 8th fairways. Step inside and you’ll feel the fresh-renovation glow—soft-grained flooring underfoot, brand-new appliances gleaming in the open kitchen, and that split-rock gas fireplace ready to chase away the northern-Michigan chill. Slide open the patio door and you’re just a few steps from a bubbling seven-person hot tub set under starry skies and framed by towering hardwoods. With three roomy bedrooms, two full baths, and flexible sleeping for up to ten guests, Elk Ridge is equally perfect for golf getaways, family lake weeks, or a long-overdue friends’ retreat. (Psst—book direct with It’s Cabin Time and skip those extra fees!)

Mornings begin with birdsong and java on the upper deck as early-bird golfers wander past. Evenings wrap up with movies on the 55" 4K Samsung, marshmallow roasts on the lower patio, or one last soothing soak while tree frogs trill in the background. Bring the whole crew—pets included—and settle into a place where “vacation mode” is the default setting.

Unique Features

Fairway-Fringe Location with Private Hot Tub – Few chalets let you watch approach shots by day and stargaze from a 104-degree spa by night. Elk Ridge sits at the quiet end of the resort, so your only “neighbors” after sunset are the rustling leaves and the occasional whitetail.

Signature Elk Preserve Carriage Dinner – Right on property, climb aboard a horse-drawn carriage for a twilight ride through a 160-acre elk preserve, then savor a five-course gourmet feast paired with local wines. USA Today called it a “real-life fairy tale,” and when the torch-lit lodge doors swing open you’ll understand why.

Things To Do

On-site adventures:
Tee off on the award-winning 18-hole Thunder Bay layout (guests get preferred tee times), fuel up at The Clubhouse Grill for a hearty lakeside breakfast, or strap on cross-country skis when the fairways turn to frosted ribbons. Come evening, claim a high-top at the bar for craft brews and live-scoreboard bragging rights.

Water-bound escapes: In summer, trade greens for blue when you rent our 20' Avalon pontoon on spring-fed Long Lake, just ten minutes away. Motor to the tiny sand-bottom island, drop anchor, and swim in water so clear you’ll see every drifting leaf. Anglers, pack your tackle—walleye and perch practically write their own fish-story endings here. Inquire for special price by day or by week.

Easy day trips:
Mackinac Island (1 hr 20 min to the ferry) for horse-carriage streets, Victorian fudge shops, and that famous Grand Hotel porch.

Alpena (20 min) for glass-bottom boat tours above century-old shipwrecks—then tacos at Pompeyo’s and sunset playground time on Lake Huron.

Petoskey & Harbor Springs (1 hr 20 min) to hunt for Petoskey stones, browse indie boutiques, and sip cherry cider with a Lake Michigan backdrop.

Nature fixes:
Hike the six miles of shady trails at Ocqueoc Falls—Michigan’s largest Lower-Peninsula cascade—then cool your feet in the tumbling water. In winter, the same paths transform into serene snowshoeing loops. Finish the day with legendary pizza at Chauncey’s in Hillman or a flight at Austin Brothers Brewery back in Alpena.

However you spend your days, Elk Ridge is the kind of place where you’ll find yourself lingering in that hot tub, planning your next visit before you’ve even towel-dried. Your Northern Michigan cabin time starts now—see you on the fairway!

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Property Details

Country Club Dr.
Hillman, MI 49746
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202-271-0720 If you call, mention "Rent Michigan Cabins". Visit website (if listed) then return and send your inquiry.

About the Owner/Manager

Hello! I'm Bill, a dedicated host with over three decades of experience in the hospitality industry. After retiring from my career in Washington, D.C., I fulfilled a lifelong dream by relocating to this beautiful lakeside community. For more than 52 years, I've cherished part-time living in this area, and now I'm thrilled to call it my permanent home.

Restoring and maintaining this house has been a true labor of love, and I'm excited to share its charm with guests seeking a memorable lakeside retreat. Living just a stone's throw away allows me to be readily available for any assistance you might need during your stay. Whether it's recommending local attractions, arranging activities, or ensuring your comfort, I'm here to make your visit exceptional.