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Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake

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Terrace/patio
Welcome to Heron Lodge!
Property grounds
Living room with two big screen TVs & stone 2-sided fireplace
Great for gatherings: Dining room table seats 12, plus counter stools

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 162800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Howell, MI
  • Place, Howell's MainStreet Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Michigan
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan State University
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bonus Area Above Garage

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

garage/game room

1 Double Futon

main house loft

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 - Garage

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake

Heron Home is the perfect retreat for any season. A short drive (or 30-minute walk) to award-winning downtown Howell. Get that up north feeling without the long road trip! Located on all sports Thompson Lake, enjoy your own private dock and three kayaks for your personal use, or the nearby access to a public boat launch and beach. Family gathering? Dining table seats 12, or add the kitchen table and counter stools for even more.

The large backyard with its breath-taking views, has a built-in firepit, built-in gas grill (no tanks required!), a wood stove, and a hot-tub! Watch the resident swans, herons and muskrats while truly relaxing. It's the perfect setting for family and friends.

Other features:
* Primary bedroom with King bed and ensuite with double showers and a jetted tub
*Main floor bedroom with King bed; second floor bedroom with two full beds
* Bonus room above garage/games room with one King and 2 twin beds.
* Large dining table to host your family gathering (seats 12), kitchen table seats 6, terrace table seats 8!
* Great spot for family reunions, staycations, girls trips, or bonding with friends.
* Separate game/lounge room with ping pong, shuffleboard
* Full pull out sofa and third full bathroom in games room.
* Full pull out sofa and desk with monitor in the 2nd floor loft
*Fully stocked kitchen, beach towels, laundry, puzzles/games/toys, pack-and-play, insect repellant, sunscreen and more.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No more than 7 cars in the driveway and absolutely no parking in the street (Carpool in if needed).
No more than 16 guests in the house at any given time.
Outdoor activities, music, excessive noise are prohibited after 10pm. (Howell and Subdivision Ordinance). Please respect our neighbors' property.

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 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

About the area

Howell

Located in Howell, this cottage is on the waterfront. Howell's MainStreet Winery and Mt Brighton Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brighton State Recreation Area and Island Lake State Recreation Area.
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Howell, MI

What's nearby

  • Howell's MainStreet Winery - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Suburban Collection Showplace - 26 min drive - 46.5 km
  • University of Michigan - 31 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Michigan Stadium - 34 min drive - 54.3 km
  • Michigan State University - 36 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baskin-Robbins - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Corattis Pizzaria Bar And Bocce - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake on 28 Jun, 2026 start from S$765, 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 Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake located?

This family-friendly Howell cottage is located on the waterfront, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Howell's MainStreet Winery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tanger Outlets Howell and East Crooked Lake. Brighton State Recreation Area and Brighton Center for Specialty Care are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with nice amenities and amazing wildlife. Stay in the summer for a nice lake getaway or in the winter to ski at nearby Mt. Brighton.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It was a nice clean home. It was well stocked. The only thing I would recommend is that they have a regular pest control service to manage the ant population in the dining room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay! Sorry about the ants. It’s a Lakehouse - ants sometimes happen. They have since been dealt with. Thank you for leaving the house so clean and tidy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive. The house was gorgeous, game room was a hit! The bedrooms were clean and comfortable. A most enjoyable new years stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Friendly home. All decorated for christmas and the kids didn't want to leave.The kitchen was great. The ability to have card games and tv, watching and cooking all happening at once was a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a family gathering! The open concept enabled all family members to spend time together without ever feeling over crowded. We enjoyed meals together at the large dining table, watching football on the several TVs, ice fishing, the hot tub and especially the game room in the garage. Thank you for a wonderful Christmas trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic option for a large group of friends - we loved the outdoor patio and backyard and had an amazing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, clean, spacious home. Plenty of roomfor the eleven of us. Steve made sure we hadeverything we needed to celebrate the holiday.We’ll be back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with plenty of entertainment options. We had 8 adults stay here and we all had plenty of space!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can't say enough about this beautiful lake house! Well-appointed and spotless. Huge kitchen is stocked with everything you could ever need. We stayed here for Thanksgiving this year with our out of state adult children and it was just perfect! Our host was excellent at communication and most gracious to us! Wish I could give them more than 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely place. It was so tranquil to drink tea each morning and look at the lake. The house was so comfortable. My in-laws loved the beds. The hot tub was amazing. Would totally stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Great family vacation

My family of 10 had a great time at this home. There was plenty of room for all of us and everyone was comfortable. The fishing was great and the game room was a blast. We would love to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce C.

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

Excellent family gathering

Exceptionally clean. Well stocked kitchen. Highly enjoyable family vacation. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

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

Great gathering with friends

It was a great place to get away for a weekend. Lots of room, good activities, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Words can't describe!...the hot tub, having fires outside,kayaking, making pizzas outside. The family loved it all. We did lots of walkingand they enjoyed playing basketball at a nearby park as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey S.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

We had a delightful time together as family at this beautiful cabin! Highly recommended and would definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

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

Lake House Stay 2025

What a spacious spot to gather with family! Lots of fishing from the dock but swimming was not so good. We used the kayaks to go to the public beach which was good for swimming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

autumn g.

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

Amazing

This place is absolutely stunning. Provides a great place to spend with your loved one’s!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Michigan graduation celebration

Just perfect!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joe m.

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

Family celebration!

We had a great family celebration, lots of fun for all ages. There was plenty of room for ten of us. The house was clean and perfect for our family! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen W.

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

Family lake stay

House is beautiful Steve is easy to get in contact with and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

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

Relaxing

Very lovely lodge home with comfort .Loved sitting outside by the evening fire and listening to all the animal night life sounds of the sandhill cranes and frogs singing there songs. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family group of 15 had a great time! The kids and adults enjoyed the game room, puzzles, and hot tub. We were pleasantly surprised at how nicely stocked the house was with towels, bedding and toiletries. Between the 2 dinning tables and bar area there was plenty of room during meal times for everyone. Kids fished off the doc, the kayaks were a hit, the grill was clean when we went to use it!! Great yard to play games!! LOVED this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Great stay!

We had a fantastic stay. The house completely met the needs for our multi family group. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Summer Family Trip

The home was beautiful and we enjoyed all the amenities. It was perfect for our family trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaliyah M.

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

Great cabin!!

Such an amazing property!!! We enjoyed everything & the view of the lake and birds was really nice! I would definitely book again & have already been recommending others to book. Thanks so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Steve Parkhill

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We're from Ann Arbor and love the fact that our dream cottage is only a 38-minute drive away. Just a few years from now, we hope to retire and live at the cottage full-time. We bought it because it's ideal for hosting all of our children and grand-children at the same time - there's a bed for everyone and a ton of activities to choose from. Whether it's summer at the lake, golfing or fishing in the fall, or skiing at nearby Mt. Brighton (16 minutes away) in the winter, the Prestige Log Cottage is the perfect place for your next get-together!

Why they chose this property

When we first drove up to the cottage and saw the lake, the large property, the dock, and the log interior - we knew this was the place! We can walk to the award-winning downtown with its boutiques, restaurants, and farmers' market in 25 minutes.
It ticked all of the boxes for us and we could, once again, host large get-togethers with family or friends.

What makes this property unique

Because we also use this cottage for hosting family and friends, you'll find a lot of the little extras around the house that you will not find at most short-term rental properties. For example, the kitchen is fully stocked. Sunscreen is provided so you can always play outside. We provide seasoned firewood so you don't have to bring/buy any to enjoy the firepit There are multiple board games and puzzles, outdoor games like cornhole, ping-pong, and shuffle board to name a few!
We want your family to enjoy the place as much as our family does.

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