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Full Cabin: 14 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!
Beachfront cabin for sun and fun
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6300 sq ft
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Explore the area

Houghton Lake, MI
- Place, Houghton Lake1 min walk
- Place, Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area3 min walk
- Place, Au Sable River19 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Full Cabin: 14 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!
The Beaver Cabin is 14 steps from the lake. It features 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a full kitchen with gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, drip coffee maker and enough cooking utensils, dishes and flatware to get you by. There is a small dining table and a futon with an armchair for you to relax in too. We are a pet friendly resort, so please bring your furry friends along! There will be a fee of $25/pet/night charged for the stay of our furry friends.
1 GB of Wifi works all the way to the end of the dock, and there’s also Roku Television with Spectrum.
It also has a NEW live edge countertop, sink and backsplash! We also added new fans to each bedroom. Linens, towels, and pillows are provided at the property. It is recommended that you bring a few more for an extended stay. :-) Also, please bring your own beach towels, they are not provided.
Outside there is a picnic table, Weber Charcoal Grill, and a couple of chairs.
Shared amenities are the beach, dock, fire pit, kayaks, tetherball, shuffleboard, and a fish cleaning station. There is plenty of private parking right across the street for your vehicles and trailers.
We are a pet friendly resort, so please bring your furry friends along! There will be a fee of $25/pet/night charged for the stay of our furry friends.
The Houghton Lake area almost has too many things to mention. We are walking distance to the copper gazebo where the birdwatching and fishing are incredible. Swimming, boating (several places to rent pontoons, or we have some small fishing boats to rent too), waterskiing, GOLF (many great courses in the immediate area), fishing, hiking, ORV’s are for rent right down the street (snowmobiles too), geocaching (one of the largest in the state), shopping, eating, kayaking, color tours, cross country skiing, sledding, and many, many more things to do here.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Shared Free WiFi (High-Speed 1GB, Reaches Dock) | Roku Smart TV w/ Spectrum App
Made for families who value endless outdoor recreation above all else, this Houghton Lake home makes it easy to partake in fresh air activities.
Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Living Room: Futon
SHARED AMENITIES: Fish cleaning room (take remains to dumpster), boat dock (boat rentals available), beach access, splash boards, swing set, shuffleboard, tetherball, horseshoes
OUTDOOR LIVING: Picnic table, charcoal grill (BYOC), 2 beach chairs
INDOOR LIVING: Space heater, 4-person dining table
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, knife set
GENERAL: Starter toilet paper, trash bags & paper towels, hangers, bedding, 6 bath towels
FAQ: Step-free access, 5 external security cameras (facing out), linens/towels not provided, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Community parking lot (1 vehicle), additional vehicle & RV/trailer parking available across the street
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: There are 7 additional properties available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please book individually online:-)
-- THE LOCATION --
HOUGHTON LAKE (on-site): Boating, fishing, tubing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, Houghton Lake Marina & Power (2.4 miles), Houghton Lake State Forest Park (3.6 miles), Lakeland Recreation (4.5 miles)
SNOW-COVERED SLOPES: Snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, Cross Country Ski Headquarters (14.0 miles), Skyline Ski Resort - downhill skiing (16.4 miles), Snow Snake Ski & Golf (29.9 miles)
LET’S GO OUTSIDE: Trestle Park (10.8 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (27.2 miles), Mason Tract Pathway (29.5 miles), Ogemaw Nature Park (32.5 miles), Traverse City State Forest ORV Trailhead (48.5 miles)
FESTIVAL LIFE: Tip-Up Town Ice-Fishing Festival - Houghton Lake (4.8 miles), National Cherry Festival (64.7 miles)
AROUND TOWN: Pineview Highlands Gold (golf course, 6.7 miles), Pines Theatre (6.8 miles), Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf (11.7 miles), Campbell's Canoe & Kayak Livery (19.6 miles)
DO SOME SHOPPING: Journeys Unique Boutique (4.1 miles), Just Around the Corner (4.3 miles), Knitty Gritty Treasures (6.0 miles), Attic Treasures (6.8 miles), Rockin Chair Gift Shop Inc (7.6 miles), Arnies Arts and Crafts (7.7 miles), Morning Glory Mercantile (10.1 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (61.1 miles)
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking.
- Pet friendly with a $25/pet/night fee
- No events, parties, or large gatherings unless the entire property is booked
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay and share the WiFi connection
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 5 external security cameras. These cameras are outward-facing and do not look into any interior spaces. Camera 1 is located in the parking lot, camera 2 is located in the parking lot across the street, camera 3 is located on the front of the lodge facing the road, camera 4 faces the yard, and camera 5 faces the beach and dock. All cameras actively record video and audio when motion is detected and will be turned on during your stay
- NOTE: Linens, towels, and pillows are provided at the property. It is recommended that you bring a few more for an extended stay. :-) Also, please bring your own beach towels, they are not provided.
-NOTE: For safety reasons, please make sure you include the correct amount of people and pets per cabin/house when making the reservation.
1 GB of Wifi works all the way to the end of the dock, and there’s also Roku Television with Spectrum.
It also has a NEW live edge countertop, sink and backsplash! We also added new fans to each bedroom. Linens, towels, and pillows are provided at the property. It is recommended that you bring a few more for an extended stay. :-) Also, please bring your own beach towels, they are not provided.
Outside there is a picnic table, Weber Charcoal Grill, and a couple of chairs.
Shared amenities are the beach, dock, fire pit, kayaks, tetherball, shuffleboard, and a fish cleaning station. There is plenty of private parking right across the street for your vehicles and trailers.
We are a pet friendly resort, so please bring your furry friends along! There will be a fee of $25/pet/night charged for the stay of our furry friends.
The Houghton Lake area almost has too many things to mention. We are walking distance to the copper gazebo where the birdwatching and fishing are incredible. Swimming, boating (several places to rent pontoons, or we have some small fishing boats to rent too), waterskiing, GOLF (many great courses in the immediate area), fishing, hiking, ORV’s are for rent right down the street (snowmobiles too), geocaching (one of the largest in the state), shopping, eating, kayaking, color tours, cross country skiing, sledding, and many, many more things to do here.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Shared Free WiFi (High-Speed 1GB, Reaches Dock) | Roku Smart TV w/ Spectrum App
Made for families who value endless outdoor recreation above all else, this Houghton Lake home makes it easy to partake in fresh air activities.
Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Living Room: Futon
SHARED AMENITIES: Fish cleaning room (take remains to dumpster), boat dock (boat rentals available), beach access, splash boards, swing set, shuffleboard, tetherball, horseshoes
OUTDOOR LIVING: Picnic table, charcoal grill (BYOC), 2 beach chairs
INDOOR LIVING: Space heater, 4-person dining table
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, knife set
GENERAL: Starter toilet paper, trash bags & paper towels, hangers, bedding, 6 bath towels
FAQ: Step-free access, 5 external security cameras (facing out), linens/towels not provided, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Community parking lot (1 vehicle), additional vehicle & RV/trailer parking available across the street
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: There are 7 additional properties available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please book individually online:-)
-- THE LOCATION --
HOUGHTON LAKE (on-site): Boating, fishing, tubing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, Houghton Lake Marina & Power (2.4 miles), Houghton Lake State Forest Park (3.6 miles), Lakeland Recreation (4.5 miles)
SNOW-COVERED SLOPES: Snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, Cross Country Ski Headquarters (14.0 miles), Skyline Ski Resort - downhill skiing (16.4 miles), Snow Snake Ski & Golf (29.9 miles)
LET’S GO OUTSIDE: Trestle Park (10.8 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (27.2 miles), Mason Tract Pathway (29.5 miles), Ogemaw Nature Park (32.5 miles), Traverse City State Forest ORV Trailhead (48.5 miles)
FESTIVAL LIFE: Tip-Up Town Ice-Fishing Festival - Houghton Lake (4.8 miles), National Cherry Festival (64.7 miles)
AROUND TOWN: Pineview Highlands Gold (golf course, 6.7 miles), Pines Theatre (6.8 miles), Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf (11.7 miles), Campbell's Canoe & Kayak Livery (19.6 miles)
DO SOME SHOPPING: Journeys Unique Boutique (4.1 miles), Just Around the Corner (4.3 miles), Knitty Gritty Treasures (6.0 miles), Attic Treasures (6.8 miles), Rockin Chair Gift Shop Inc (7.6 miles), Arnies Arts and Crafts (7.7 miles), Morning Glory Mercantile (10.1 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (61.1 miles)
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking.
- Pet friendly with a $25/pet/night fee
- No events, parties, or large gatherings unless the entire property is booked
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay and share the WiFi connection
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 5 external security cameras. These cameras are outward-facing and do not look into any interior spaces. Camera 1 is located in the parking lot, camera 2 is located in the parking lot across the street, camera 3 is located on the front of the lodge facing the road, camera 4 faces the yard, and camera 5 faces the beach and dock. All cameras actively record video and audio when motion is detected and will be turned on during your stay
- NOTE: Linens, towels, and pillows are provided at the property. It is recommended that you bring a few more for an extended stay. :-) Also, please bring your own beach towels, they are not provided.
-NOTE: For safety reasons, please make sure you include the correct amount of people and pets per cabin/house when making the reservation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Free WiFi
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Outdoor Space
Beach view
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About the neighborhood
Houghton Lake
Located in Houghton Lake, this cabin is in the city center and on the beach. Houghton Lake 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.

Houghton Lake, MI
What's nearby
- Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- South Higgins Lake State Park - 14 min drive - 19.4 km
- Au Sable River - 19 min drive - 43.2 km
- Snow Snake Ski and Golf - 25 min drive - 57.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- MJ's Eatery - 6 min drive
- Little Boots Country Diner - 8 min drive
- Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge - 20 min drive
- Old town tavern - 7 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Sep 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Arnab B.
Oct 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arnab B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
James M.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James M.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Morris
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Morris
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mitchell C.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mitchell C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason P.
Dec 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason P.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa V.
Jul 29, 2025
Fishing weekend
Vanessa V.
10/10 Excellent
Andrew V.
Jul 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Andrew V.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Vince H.
Aug 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great Lake Location
Vince H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Dennis S.
Aug 16, 2023
Awesome resort
Dennis S.
10/10 Excellent
rick s.
Aug 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good time
rick s.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Ed S.
Jul 25, 2023
Nice and restful
Ed S.
10/10 Excellent
Jamie H.
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, Comfortable, Perfect Stay
Jamie H.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tom J.
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun on the lake
Tom J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim D.
Sep 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day weekend
Kim D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly H.
Oct 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Kimberly H.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Corey J.
Jul 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Weekend Getaway
Corey J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Cindy W.
Jul 20, 2023
Wonderful
Cindy W.
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer I.
Jul 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean, convenient
Jennifer I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nora G.
Jun 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin on the lake
Nora G.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Bryan J., Flint twp
Aug 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun & Friendly
Bryan J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher K.
Jun 18, 2024
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Christopher K.
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Terry T.
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About the host
Your host
The Smolinski family fell in love with the Whitetail Family Resort as soon as we saw it. The lake is incredible, peaceful and serene especially in North Bay where it is located. We bought the resort in 2021 with the goal of having a place that would give guests a place to make memories with their family and friends and hopefully bring a smile to their faces that will last a lifetime…just like the stories we’ve heard from guests that have been coming back year after year after year for decades.
It is formerly Morris’ Northernaire Resort in the 50’s where they used to raise bear cubs right here on the resort for guests to play with. It is amazing hearing the stories from past guests that have enjoyed staying here.
It is formerly Morris’ Northernaire Resort in the 50’s where they used to raise bear cubs right here on the resort for guests to play with. It is amazing hearing the stories from past guests that have enjoyed staying here.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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