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Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard!

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Houghton Lake Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 1 Step Required | 800 Sq Ft
Private Yard | Fire Pit | Gas Grill
Living Room | 1st Floor | Central Heating | Free WiFi | Flat-Screen TV
Living Room
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Prudenville, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, South Higgins Lake State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard!

Book a memorable getaway at this Houghton Lake vacation rental! Located just a short drive from lake access points, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage boasts all the features you'll need for a convenient, comfortable stay. Prepare your meals in the full kitchen and unwind by watching TV or gathering around the fire pit after active days. Opt to venture out and enjoy aquatic activities, hike in Roscommon State Forest Area, or go snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter months!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Free WiFi | Gas Grill | Washer & Dryer

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Sleeper Sofa | Loft: Queen Mattress | Additional Sleeping: Pack n' Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private yard, fire pit
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, dining table, breakfast bar w/ seating, high chair
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, coffee maker, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, toaster, Crockpot, blender
GENERAL: Window A/C units, central A/C & heating, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/ironing board
FAQ: 1 step required for entry, 2 bedrooms & 1 full bathroom on 1st floor, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

HOUGHTON LAKE (~1 mile): Boating, fishing, tubing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, fishing pier, Houghton Lake Marina & Power (10.7 miles)
NATURE & WILDLIFE: DNR Boat Launch Lakeview Park (2.1 miles), Trestle Park (2.3 miles), Roscommon State Forest Area (12.6 miles), South Higgins Lake State Park (13.5 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (35.6 miles)
WINTER ADVENTURES: Tisdale Triangle (17.7 miles), Cross Country Ski Headquarters (17.9 miles), Snow Snake Ski & Golf (30.0 miles), snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice fishing, ice skating
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (70.3 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property sleeps 4 guests in 2 beds, with room for 6 total by using the air mattress

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit

About the area

Prudenville

Prudenville is home to this cottage. White Deer Country Club and Pineview Highlands Golf Course 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 Wildlife Research Area and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Prudenville, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Higgins Lake - 20 min drive - 33.6 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 20 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Au Sable River - 31 min drive - 61.5 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 34 min drive - 68.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Boots Country Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Frog Tiki bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard!?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard! on 10 June 2026 start from NZ$187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Backyard! located?

This family-friendly Prudenville cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Houghton Lake, Houghton Lake Public Library and White Deer Country Club. Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Denton Township Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob and Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything in amazing condition, with lots of amenities , Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and had all the essentials
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margie O.

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

Cute cabin

Such a cute cabin, hosts were very pleasant and even left a very nice surprise of pie and wine!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy E.

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

Great place

Great place, we love the area close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Very lovely stay!

My boyfriend and I visited for my birthday weekend just looking for a simple weekend away. The cabin was great and had lots of various amenities that were surprising. Very clean place. And great location, close to everything you’d possibly need/want. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piper L.

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

Fun & spacious cottage @ Houghton Lake

We loved our stay at this super cute cottage! Especially the spaciousness of the bedroom!! Thanks again. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Cozy Cabin

Adorable cabin with a great location! Enjoyed our stay and the fenced yard for our pups!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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

Nice little cabin

Enjoyed our stay near Houghton Lake. The cabin was clean and comfortable with everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Great place with mom's 1st riding trip!!

Everything was wonderful from start to finish with our stay here!! Definitely will book there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Great Place Great Owners

The owners were very responsive and welcoming with the details put into the rental. Had an amazing time and very comforting.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dakota R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful place to stay and just relax. Cottage was equipped with toys and activities for children. Property being fenced in was a huge plus having young children. It was properly stocked with all the necessities and essentials you could possibly need. 10/10 recommend. Will definitely be coming again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clean, quiet and great location!

Great little cottage!

Relaxing and just a short walk to the beach. Very quiet and the backyard is great for a bonfire.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

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

Clean and Cozy

Great location and very clean. We were happy with our stay and would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

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

Perfect Comfy Cabin

Lovely decor with all the comforts of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Smith Family

Clean, comfortable, cozy cabin. Kid and pet friendly. Perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Clean and quiet!

Great little cottage! Just a short walk to the beach. Very clean relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Cute and Clean

We really enjoyed our stay. It was clean and accommodating. I love that it had a fenced in backyard too. I will be coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa V.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed having a yard for our dog. We had a nice fire in the evening and walked to the nearby pizza place one night. Overall, excellent. My daughter was thankful for the toiletries as she forgot her toothbrush. Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

The cabin was very clean, peaceful, and quiet. The listing was very detailed and accurate. Houghton lake is less than a half mile walk at the end of the street with plenty of access. Higgins lake is a short drive. The restaurant recommendations were amazing and very appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

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

Quick trip

Just needed a little getaway and this place was perfect. Cozy! Clean! And Diane was very attentive! Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Evolve

The property was amazing. The host wasgreat helped along our whole . Thye even gave a extra night. When the storm came in. Evolve and our hist were completlyamazing
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

asedf d.

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

Immaculate Property and Amazing Host

My Dad’s funeral was today. My parents have lived on Houghton Lake for 20 years, but we decided to rent from this host to free up room in their house for other guests. Property was immaculate, every amenity one might forget was available at the property, and they left an amazing apple/ caramel pie for us. There is a fire pit in the fenced in yard and wood is provided. They even allowed us to extend our stay way past the normal checkout time as I requested based on the timing of the funeral. I highly recommend this property and host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

toya a.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not what I expected

The house was nice however, we were expecting to be able to fish and enjoy the lake. The house was not on the lake which was a little disturbing. Also, both my husband and I are sober and found it odd to have when left in the house. I don't think that was a wise choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kolina

Cozy Cabin Away From Home!

My family wanted a getaway from home and we found just the right spot! My husband & I, brought our daughter & her cousin & two dogs. The girls loved the upstaires with the ladder, when they first walked in, they said, "the upstaires is oursssss". The master bedroom was really nice also. The dogs loved the backyard, they didn't even want to come back in most of the time (lol). I would suggest this cabin if you're wanting a getaway with peace & quiet, and no worries. It's beautiful! One of the great things was that there was a Walmart 3 minutes away if you needed anything. Higgins Lake was a nice park to go for the kids. The water was so clear! The owner was there if we needed her at any point. She was quick to respond to any questions I had. She was very nice & friendly. Thank you again for sharing you're beautiful cabin with us :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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