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⭐️ Charming Waterfront Home! ⭐️

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A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by chairs, a chandelier, and a 'welcome' sign on the wall.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted on a brick wall, a ladder, and a sofa with patterned cushions.
A sunset view with a pier extending into the water, surrounded by trees and chairs.
A house with three windows, each with a screen. There are flower boxes with purple flowers on the windowsill.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games

    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Houghton Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Heights Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

⭐️ Charming Waterfront Home! ⭐️

Escape to this charming and newly renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath getaway on Houghton Lake for a much needed vacation with family and friends! Located on the southwest side of the lake, nestled on a quiet dead end road, away from the busy, and noisy traffic. Kick back and relax on the back patio overlooking the lake, or gather around the fire pit for s’mores under the starry sky. Enjoy the beautiful sunrises, and the sandy bottom waters from your own private dock.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Drugs

No Unlisted Guests

No Weapons, or Fireworks

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2313589vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Houghton Lake

Located in Houghton Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. Heights Marina and Brian's Lakeside Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area and Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Heights Marina - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Roscommon Township Hall - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Au Sable River - 25 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 28 min drive - 57.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The backdoor saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ⭐️ Charming Waterfront Home! ⭐️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ⭐️ Charming Waterfront Home! ⭐️?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ⭐️ Charming Waterfront Home! ⭐️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⭐️ Charming Waterfront Home! ⭐️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ⭐️ Charming Waterfront Home! ⭐️ located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Houghton Lake and Heights Marina. Brian's Lakeside Marina and Roscommon Township Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house right on Houghton Lake. Three bedrooms and 2 full baths. Host was great. Full kitchen and laundry for your use. We loved our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My Happy Place

This is our 3rd year staying here. The house is very comfortable. The view is fantastic. Great property manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Thanks Beth! One of our favorite guests! As always we hope to see you again next summer! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

The place is super cute. We stayed here last year and enjoyed it so much we went again. The house has everything we could have needed. The yard is a perfect size for playing games. We enjoyed everything about our stay!! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

This house is very clean and inviting. The view of Houghton Lake is fantastic. The hosts are very responsive and helpful. My family cannot say enough nice things about our week of fun and relaxation. Love this house. We will come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2021
Very respectful to the house and the rules. Kept the place tidy and orderly for the next guests. Would definitely host Beth and her family/friends again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family fishing trip

We had my three brothers, two of my sons and my grandson on this trip, the property manager was extremely helpful and friendly. The cabin and location were Awesome, I would highly recommend the stay here, it was everything we were looking for. Quit, friendly, great location with a wonderful view. We are already starting to plan our next trip and hope they will have us back again, Thanks You with helping make great memories
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2022
Absolutely. Thank you for the wonderful review. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place!

We had an excellent stay! The cabin is set up well with larger bedrooms and plenty of open space in the living area. Both bathrooms were clean. The kitchen has plenty of counter space. The house has a great view of the lake. The back yard offers plenty of shade. Overall a great property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Great having you Matt! Let me know next time you’re in the area. Would love to have you again. Take care!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great views for “just chilling”, morning coffee sitting around fire and having fun in the water. Great time for everyone. Nathan very responsive for any questions or issues. Great host.!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was everything we expected. Nice waterfront place with 2 baths and 3 bedrooms. Very comfortable.The only slight knock on the property might be the exterior cleanliness. It could have been a little better in that regard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Sunrise on the lake!

Very cute, updated cottage on the lake! Gorgeous views of the sunrise every morning with our coffee. Nice shallow water off the dock for kids to swim. We rented a pontoon for the week and having the dock to tie off to was great. The owners have kayaks available for use as well. Property owner was very quick to respond to a few questions we had. Adding a dishwasher would be my only suggestion!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home made our summertime trip to Michigan extra special. Great property, host and neighbors. We will definitely return. Thanks!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vaca spot

We had a great time! The property was perfect and a beautiful and went above and beyond for items in the house. We enjoyed the kayaks and bag game. Hope to stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful and Peaceful!

Our immediate family of five + two extended family members joined us for a relaxing vacation. There was plenty of room and the cottage was well stocked, furnished, and decorated! Our favorite things were the kayaks and all of the outdoor furniture to enjoy a beautiful Michigan furniture. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and comfortable for a family of six

We had a wonderful stay! The house was very clean, plenty of room and perfect for our pontoon. The gas grille was perfect while relaxing on the deck, large yard for playing, the corn toss game was a hit, we enjoyed the shallow water with the kids and very relaxing for a fire to cap off the night with s’mores. Thank you for letting us enjoy your home for the week,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grown Ups Getaway

Had a great trip at this property. Was in a great location. House was clean and check in and out was very easy. Property manager answered questions very promptly. Will hopefully be returning next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All-around Excellent!

Our family comes to Houghton/Higgins lake every year, and this has been our favorite place to stay. The check in was simple and the home was clean, furnished beautifully, and decorated to make it feel like home. The home had everything we needed and more, from plenty of towels, to tons of dishes/cooking items - along with spices and simple pantry items. The kayaks were fun to use, and the private dock makes renting a pontoon for the week easy and stress-free. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable. The backyard was large and shaded with nice landscaping. The patio furniture was comfortable and the solar powered lights were a nice touch. Our family was really bummed when the power went out for 2 days, but the hosts were extremely communicative, and more than accommodating, offering us a partial refund, a free night in the future, and even a hotel stay if we wished. A generator was hooked up for us, and the hosts went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable during this situation that was out of their control. I am looking forward to returning next summer. Thank you, hosts!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Property!!!

The Lake House was fantastic! Clean, well stocked, comfortable as well as a great host that answered questions quickly. We enjoyed the comfort of the peaceful property and loved all of the decor! We will be coming again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
Amy was a wonderful guest. Very respectful of the house, great communicator, and was respectful of the house rules. I would be more than happy to have Amy and her friends/family stay in our home in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very accommodating and pleasant.

We found the property very well stocked and prepped for a great week. It was beautifully decorated and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nathan

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Hello, my name is Nathan. My wife and I, as well as two of our great friends purchased this house back in December of 2020. Our dream, for the longest time, was to own a piece of property up north that we could retreat to. All four of us stay very busy in our personal lives with our careers, education, as well as raising children. Unfortunately it’s very difficult to make the drive, and enjoy it as much as we would like. We do know however, the importance of getting away from our busy schedules and the stressors of every day life. What better way to relax than on the water? That’s why we decided to open up our Lake House to every one of you. We hope that you can utilize our house in a way to relax, enjoy life, and create memories with family and friends that will last a lifetime!

Why they chose this property

This cute and up to date home is located in Houghton Lake Heights right off M-55. The street is quiet and nestled on a dead end road with minimal traffic which is ideal for families with young children. We are lakefront property which means that you step foot into the backyard and there it is. There is no “commute” or so called access to the lake. You have your own private dock to tie your own boat to during the summer months. This house has been renovated throughout, and has a charming and warm feel. Let this be the next house you rent to create those amazing memories with friends and family!

Due to the pandemic we’ve taken extra steps to ensure that your stay with us is safe, and brings peace of mind. Prior to your stay, our cleaner uses a Rainbow Cleaning System that is certified to clean the air and environment, which also reduces odors, as well as allergens. Furthermore, she uses an electrostatic handheld sprayer that expels a hospital grade disinfectant cleaner on hard surfaces.

What makes this property unique

Waterfront property, with a large lot, and private dock to utilize for boats and ski’s.

Languages:

English

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