...Hills in Walloon Lake, located just outside Petoskey.

Ideal for couples, families or a group of friends, Springbrook Hills features privately owned vacation homes, which range in size from two to five bedrooms. All have fully-equipped kitchens, and most of these rentals have outdoor decks which provide spectacular views of Springbrook Valley and Challenge Mountain, especially during sunset time. Each of these homes has various other amenities, such as individual fireplace and recreation room.

The magnificent Masters House is the jewel in the crown. Its large, screened-in front porch provides an entryway back into the classic elegance of the 1920s. This expansive, six-bedroom/three bath residence contains a comfortable living room, formal dining room, modest work den, and fireplace.

The kitchen of this Petoskey-area vacation home is appointed with fine wooden cabinetry, replete with modern, convenient upgrades (large refrigerator; dishwasher; stainless steel stove-top and double sink). The outdoor deck and grill can turn a languid summer night into a house party.

Although The Masters House sleeps up to twelve, vacationers may reserve any accommodation within: either a single room or two, or the home may be rented in its entirety. It is walking distance to the marina, General Store and township park and beach.

The lovely community of Walloon Lake is surrounded by, literally, thousands of acres of state forest land, creating an ideal environment for small game and deer hunting; for nature walks and birding. Morel mushrooms crop up everywhere during the spring, and the rich forest soil gives rise to many other species of exotic mushrooms in the fall.

This historic home in Walloon Lake Village has a relaxing screened-in porch, a large side deck with grill, large side yard for kids or group games - and is walking distance from the Village Store and Township park & beach.

It's a short (10 minutes) drive into Petoskey or Boyne City for shopping, dining, touring the art galleries, historical sites and visiting many one-of-a-kind boutiques.

Petoskey is a favourite vacation spot for visitors from all over the United States and Canada.

Boyne City and Boyne Mountain - one of northern Michigan's premiere ski resorts - are also within easy driving distance.