Full Cabin: Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!

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A blue single-story house with a picnic table and grill in the backyard.
A lakeside view with a fire pit, dock, and boats.
A beachside patio with a table and chairs, a covered umbrella, and a view of the water.
A grassy area with a small building, a path, and a view of the water.
A playground with a slide and a swing set, surrounded by trees and a view of houses.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Houghton Lake

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪19 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
Dining area

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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.
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Map
Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Au Sable River - 19 min drive - 42.4 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 22 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Fife Lake - 57 min drive - 97.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The backdoor saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shenanigan's Pub & Grub - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Full Cabin: Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Full Cabin: Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!?

As of Nov 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Full Cabin: Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY! on Nov 9, 2026 start from $209, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Full Cabin: Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Full Cabin: Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Full Cabin: Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY! located?

Located in Houghton Lake, this beachfront cabin is in the city center, just steps from Houghton Lake and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Houghton Lake Marina is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay!

We were the only renters for the whole weekend and it was amazing. The weather wasn’t good enough for us to use the kayaks but the place was beautiful. We have never been and definitely will be back during none busy season because it was absolutely perfect.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice family friendly resort

Our stay this year was a lot of fun. The cabins were clean and well stocked. Not the best weather but we made the most of it, we had all 6 cabins and the house for our annual weekend. Highly recommend this Resort.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake house fun!

Simple, clean accommodation with great access to the water. It was perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clean - comfortable - affordable

We really enjoyed our stay. Cabin was very clean and grounds were very well kept. Enjoyed using the kayaks and fire pit. We are planning on coming back next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cute cabin

The cabin is very cute and accommodating for a small family. The cabin was very clean and cozy for me, my husband, and my dog. The resort owners keep the grounds very well-manicured as well.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect week!

Our family a wonderful week at Whitetail Family Resort and we were so happy to be back! The cabin was clean and had plenty of supplies such as paper towels, trash bags, etc. Tom is always friendly and helpful and we’re already looking forward to next year!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

Last minute trip and it was a great one! Everything was clean and well kept the property is beautiful! Will be back soon!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together

As advertised
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Due to logistics errors, we did not end up staying at the cabins. Tom was very helpful, friendly and easy to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The PERFECT getaway!

Directly on the shores of beautiful Houghton Lake, Whitetail Family Resort is the PERFECT getaway destination! The cabin we stayed in is so cozy. But, who is going to be inside when you have the lake just steps away? It's the perfect setting for a summer stay, and I can only imagine how perfect it would be to take the snowmobiles up there and stay and do some ice fishing this winter. Seamless reservation process. Everything was a breeze. Thank you! We'll be back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quick visit for family wedding.

It was a nice little place. Wifi only worked within 2 feet of wifi booster. The guidelines listed in cabin were different than listed on vrbo. Not a nice idea to have to park across a road as well as taking trash across road too. Whats the cleaning fee for? It did its purpose. Just wont visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer one night stay at this little gem of a resort

Stayed for one night with 6 family members and the dog. Lodged in one of the newer cabins and it worked perfect for us. Check was available right on time and parking was close enough to make the move in convenient. Very clean and ready to go when we showed up. The amenities are great for both the cabin and the property as a whole. Family took out the kayaks on the lake to explore with were all in great condition. Charcoal grill and table right outside cabin door was perfect for out cookout dinner. Lake access is very convenient and nice little fire bowl and wood ready to go for an evening of smores. Location is wonderful with a convivence store that is walkable if you forgot anything and just a short drive to town to explore more around Houghton Lake area. The property manager was on site for our stay and went out of his way to make sure we were having a nice time and was very personable and welcoming. Most if not all the cabins were full that night and everyone was very pleasant and polite to each other. Brought back some nostalgia and family camp vibes for us. Definitely would come back and enjoy this property again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 5, 2024
Matthew - We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cabin! We love to hear that everyone had a good time! We welcome you back anytime for some more good times on Houghton Lake.
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