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Waterfront house with sandy beach near downtown

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A calm lake at sunset with kayaks on the shore.
A beach scene with a campfire in the foreground and a sunset over water in the background.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a dock extending into the water.
A rural property with a barn, a small house, and a fenced yard.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black stove, a microwave, and a sink.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Prudenville, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Denton Township Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Denton Township Park
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Murphy Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Waterfront house with sandy beach near downtown

Stunning sunset views from east bay of the Houghton lake with the sandy beach. Recently remodeled with all the items in the kitchen for extended stays. The rental includes 2 kayaks. This cottage has 1 bedroom and 1 bath with a Murphy Bed in the living room for extra sleeping options. Dock is not part of the property and not included in rental.
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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

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2698005vb
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.
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

Prudenville

Located in Prudenville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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.
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Prudenville, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Denton Township Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake James - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • beach near Denton Township Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Au Sable River - 29 min drive - 58.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The backdoor saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront house with sandy beach near downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront with sandy beach, sunsets?

As of 5 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront with sandy beach, sunsets on 8 Nov 2026 start from £213, 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 Waterfront house with sandy beach near downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront house with sandy beach near downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront house with sandy beach near downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront house with sandy beach near downtown located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Houghton Lake, Lake James and Denton Township Park. White Deer Country Club is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was lovely. And we were so grateful that it was pet friendly with the beach right outside the back door.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great vacation!

This property is exactly what was needed for a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynsey d.

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

Nice little spot on the beach

This place offered a nice view of the lake, with a small beach footsteps from the back door. Well stocked and comfortable. We really chose this house for the kayak availability and beach access, and we were happy with everything it had to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Cute Cozy Cottage

Everything was wonderful for our Houghton Lake trip. Very happy with the cottage and with communication. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2025
Thank you, Rebecca!! Glad you enjoyed your time at HOUGHTON Lake .
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Reviewed

Beach wasn't cleaned - no boats as listed - but my daughter said she still enjoyed her time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Duane M.

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

Relaxing Weekdays at Houghton Lake

Enjoyed the close proximity to the water, that gave tremendous sunsets during our Monday-Thursday stay. We chose to hike rather than swim, walking 3.5 miles around Lake Marl and about the same distance on the much more rustic Lost Twin Lakes trail. The last full day rained, so we did a little shopping, checking out Bart’s market just across the street, along with their nursery. A relaxing few days before heading to Rose City for a family reunion!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Beautiful view

The owner was easy to work with and very accommodating. The beds were very comfortable and decor is cute. I will stay again in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Enjoyable vacation spot

The location was great and very close to food/drinks, golf and anything else you might want or need. Spot on the lake was nice too. You can walk out far into the lake and only have it waste deep. Kayaks and chairs on property were very convenient for enjoying the lake. Nice vacation spot for a couple
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Everything We Needed

This place was awesome! Everything we could have wanted or needed was there. Loved that there were kayaks to use and that the beach was out the back door. The place is cute and modern and fully stocked. Great location. Would love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aviell C.

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

Anniversary Stay

A newly renovated cottage, on the east side of the lake. A perfect location for beautiful sunsets. The kitchen is full of gadgets and utensils. It was just a cozy cottage on the lake, or stay was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan & Gary J.

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

Super cute place

Small but lives large. Nice furnishings and very clean. Really appreciate that it’s big dog friendly.The shallow waterfront is great for wading, our dog loved it. Marina next door was convenient for renting a boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alex M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property itself is nice-small footprint on the lake, but still very enjoyable. The downside was that it didn’t seem like anything had been prepared before our arrival. The yard leading to the beach hadn’t been mowed and looked untouched since winter. There were tools in the shed, so we spent the first couple of hours cleaning things up ourselves, which wasn’t how I planned to start the trip.When we first entered the house, there were dead bugs on the floor near the entrance, and the place had a musty, closed-up smell, as if it hadn’t been aired out in quite some time. Opening windows helped, but many of the vinyl blinds were already deteriorated (broken) from sun exposure. I took photos before touching anything so there wouldn’t be any confusion about damage. It would really help if the listing mentioned issues like that upfront—otherwise renters worry they’ll be charged for things that were already in poor condition.We also had to turn on the well ourselves to get water, which would’ve been good to know ahead of time.On the positive side, the house itself is nice and the bed was great. We did find a mouse dropping on the table, which wasn’t ideal, but we just adjusted how we stored our food. I also avoided using the Keurig because when I removed the water reservoir, there was green growth inside. I didn’t feel it was my responsibility to clean that, so I left it for the cleaning staff.Overall, this could be a great place with a bit more attention and upkeep.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pam K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cottage was just the right size for my husband and myself and our two small dogs. It was clean inside but we were disappointed with the outside. Lawn needed to be cut and the small deck needs painting. This also has no dock. Neighbors were very friendly and nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

brian g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

lake cottage

good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carol A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Snail shells galore

The inside was quite nice but the sandy beach you need combat boots to get to the water. Hundreds of snail shells. The power went out while we were there, I reported the address but had no clue how it would be out and the WiFi was still out the next day so we left a day early. Won’t be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
This was the perfect place for a quick getaway. The house was clean and the bed was so comfortable. The beach area could have been cleaned up better - there was some trash laying around. Communication with the host was poor. I sent a message prior to our stay to see if we could get in a little earlier and never heard back. There were no check out instructions given so we really didn’t know what we should do with dirty towels, trash etc. All in all it was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

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

On call stay with the wifey

Awesome property. The owner is very fast to respond to any questions. If you have dogs and they like dogs, make sure to meet Joanie two houses to the left when looking at the water. Her jack russel, Bella, has endless energy. Garrett’s was our go to for breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Fabulous location

The weather did not cooperate but the house, beach and location did not disappoint. Right across the street from a boat rental and fruit market. We will be back. Few calls to Harry that were answered promptly. No issues with the house or property. Neighbors were friendly also.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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

Great getaway

Very well appointed, clean, small cottage. Had everything we could have wanted for our 3 night getaway. Right on the beach. Decorated beautifully. Newly remodeled. Kitchen area had many small appliances. My son has difficulty walking and everything was on one level for him, even a walk in shower. Grandson rode his bike to public beach that is 4/10 of a mile away. We want to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Relaxing little home with Everything you need

This little home is the perfect size for a couple. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking items with the exception of lids for the pans. It has an instant pot, crockpot, blender, etc… The bed is SO incredibly comfortable. I loved the private beach and access to 2 kayaks, zero gravity chairs, a fire pit, picnic table and grill. The area is great and surrounded by many wonderful restaurants. The Crab Shack and Bucilli’s were our favorites. Lastly I loved that we were allowed to bring our dogs. The pricing for this unit was more than fair considering all of the amenities. I hope to return next summer.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert J.

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

NICE PLACE

GREAT
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2025
Glad you enjoyed your time here.

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