Large 3BR 3 Bath Waterfront Gem SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Relax and Enjoy in Comfort.
Get Ready to be “Wowed”. We invite you, your family, and friends to relax and enjoy our 2,240 Square Foot, 3 Bedroom, 3 Full Bath home situated on the beautiful South Shore of Michigan’s Largest Inland Lake. South Shore Escape is a completely updated home. Spectacular water views welcome you upon arrival. South Shore Escape will become your home away from home as you relax and unwind. Whether you're spending time in the spacious living area, eating at the rustic dining table, or gathering in the large open kitchen, the unobstructed views of Houghton Lake’s main body go on and on. With 58 feet of private water frontage and a large lawn, you and your family will have all the room you need to enjoy everything Houghton Lake has to offer. We are confident you will also enjoy the spacious Township Park next to our home. Entry and exit from the lake is provided from our dock. We have a 50 foot section of dock on our east property line. You are welcome to keep your boat tied to our dock or anchored in front of the house throughout your stay. A large DNR boat launch less than 1 1/2 miles from South Shore Escape. The Main Living area is furnished with comfortable furniture, Smart TV, and an Onkyo surround sound stereo system. A set of sliding doors and large windows fill the room with natural light and beckon you onto the elevated lakefront deck with a propane grill and additional seating. We are certain you will find our kitchen to be stocked with all the supplies needed to prepare full meals. There are even multiple small appliances (Keurig and Standard Coffee Makers, Crock Pot, Griddle, Blender, Toaster, etc.) available. Ample counter space provides plenty of room for meal prep while counter-top seating creates another space in this spacious home for everyone to gather. The Primary Bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet, Flat-Screen Television, and direct access to the lakefront deck via its own sliding glass door. The main floor of our home contains one additional bedroom, a full-size bath, and a utility room with full sized washer and dryer. The walk-out lower level of the home offers an additional seating area with a Smart TV, gas fireplace, spacious bedroom, the home’s 3rd full bath, and 2 additional custom-built fold down beds. Many groups have mentioned the quality of our furnishings. We’re confident you’ll appreciate the extra lengths we’ve taken to make our home welcoming and comfortable. We've enjoyed having families visit our other Houghton Lake home and ask that you reach out to us if you have questions. We know the location of South Shore Escape cannot be beat and are confident you will love our home as much as we do.
Finally, we want to take a moment to summarize our rules so this is a fantastic experience for everyone: No Pets, No Smoking, and No Parties/Conduct that may be deemed offensive. We also require the primary renter to be over the age of 35. Additionally, our garage and one closet will be locked as they contain our personal items. We'll close by stressing this is a family home. Please be a good neighbor at all times during your stay.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Houghton Lake
Located in Houghton Lake, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Heights 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 Wildlife Research Area and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
Heights Marina - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
South Higgins Lake State Park - 21 min drive - 31.2 km
Au Sable River - 26 min drive - 55.0 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Arby's - 4 min drive
MJ's Eatery - 4 min drive
Little Boots Country Diner - 1 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Large 3BR 3 Bath Waterfront Gem SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Relax and Enjoy in Comfort. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Large 3BR 3 Bath Waterfront Gem SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Relax and Enjoy in Comfort.?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large 3BR 3 Bath Waterfront Gem SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Relax and Enjoy in Comfort. on 9 Apr 2026 start from £169, 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 Large 3BR 3 Bath Waterfront Gem SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Relax and Enjoy in Comfort.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Large 3BR 3 Bath Waterfront Gem SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Relax and Enjoy in Comfort.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large 3BR 3 Bath Waterfront Gem SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Relax and Enjoy in Comfort.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Large 3BR 3 Bath Waterfront Gem SPECTACULAR VIEWS. Relax and Enjoy in Comfort. located?
Located in Houghton Lake, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Houghton Lake and Pineview Highlands Golf Course. Heights Marina and Houghton Lake Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This VRBO was amazing & the hosts were awesome! Beautiful view, super clean & exactly what we needed! Thank you for a great stay!!!! Will definitely want to come back!
Beyond fantastic. We rented their beautiful lake house for my mother’s birthday. We all agreed it exceeded our expectations. The views indeed are spectacular. We are already planning another girls trip with our mom to come back. So private, relaxing, breathtaking…..cannot wait to come back again. Thank you again to the owners for sharing this retreat
We absolutely love this stay. We make several trips to Houghton Lake a year to see our grandkids and kids. The description online does not do this place justice, exceeded above and beyond.
We had an amazing time! 6 of us, friends since high school take an annual trip to relax and this was perfect. The views were great, location accommodating, great area. Hosts were amazing and house was beautiful!
We had an amazing stay at this Beautiful lakefront house! We are already talking about going back next year. The home is beautifully decorated and comfortably slept our families.
Our family loved staying in this beautiful home. The view is incredible. All of the furniture was extremely comfortable. We would love to come back. Thank you.
We had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful home to celebrate the end of summer! The house had a wonderful layout, with two living spaces, a large dining table, and three bathrooms. The outdoor space was ideal with a lovely deck and patio, fire pit, and dock. Our kids enjoyed playing bocce ball and whiffle ball in the backyard. The house is also in an excellent location - close to multiple marinas/boat rentals, stores, and restaurants. We had everything we needed during our stay! We would love to stay at this house again!
Beautiful and completely updated! Loved the open main floor with wraparound windows looking out at the lake. Close to restaurants, shopping and the movie theater. Great place for a quiet weekend with family!
Nancy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2023
Thanks for taking the time to review our home Nancy.
We fell in love with that view the second we walked through the door. We're glad you enjoyed yourselves.
You and your family are welcome back at any time.
Thank you Calvin and Mary for sharing your beautiful home with us. It was the perfect place for us to enjoy family time. The yard and fire pit area was perfect for children. We thoroughly enjoyed our time!
What a wonderfully appointed place! It was beautiful. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Linda R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2023
You're very welcome Linda.
Thank you for selecting our home for your trip and for taking the time to let others know about our place.
We would welcome you back at any time.
This house is gorgeous. It's so well designed and we truly could not believe how clean it was. We had SUCH a great time. Also, to know that there is a $225per day pontoon rental close by is huge!
Thank you so much for letting us stay!
This Houghton Lake property is stunning. Everything is new, and decorated very tastefully. The views of the lake are spectacular. It was a great place to spend Christmas. I would highly recommend it! We would love to come back in the summer.
Jeaneen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2023
Thank you so much Jeaneen.
You were the perfect guests and we would love to have you visit again.
Please let us know when you're headed back to Houghton Lake.
Our group of 8 adults and 2 small children spent great time at the house. The hose was very main maintained and had everything for the nice stay. Having the lake docs, fire pit and the grill was really cool.
Calvine was very responsive and helpful.
Thank you again to the property manager for being so responsive and accommodating! The house was fantastic. Location was perfectly located for all winter activities. Last but not least the décor and layout of the property is first class. Great place to entertain clients or family!
Bill B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2023
Thanks for taking the time to review our home Bill.
We love the place and fully agree that the location can't be beat.
Please let us know when you're heading back to Houghton Lake. We would enjoy having you visit again.
What a great place to relax and enjoy! Since it was a winter stay, we enjoyed the cozy interior of this property. It felt more hotel-like with a very high standard of cleanliness and amenities. From linens to seating, we loved how new and well thought out this house was. From the 7 year old to the 74 year old we all had a great escape on the lake! Would highly recommend the house and owner!
We had a wonderful stay at this spacious and beautifully decorated lakefront home. The layout was ideal for our group—plenty of room for everyone, and each person had their own bed and privacy, which made for a comfortable and restful visit.The furnishings were both durable and comfortable, and the kitchen was impressively well stocked, with high-quality appliances—especially the refrigerator, which was large and efficient.Both levels of the home offered stunning floor-to-ceiling views of the lake, giving us a sense of being immersed in nature without sacrificing any of the comforts of home.The owners were responsive and helpful when we had a couple of questions during our stay, which we greatly appreciated.This is a home that will meet the expectations of even the most particular renters.
Joseph B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Calvin
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