Step into serenity at our beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath lakehouse, nestled right on the shores of Michigan’s largest inland lake. Whether you’re sipping coffee while watching the sunrise from one of two spacious decks, or unwinding by the fire pit under a sky full of stars, Anchors Away is your perfect home away from home.
Inside, you’ll find a cozy and stylish retreat designed for both relaxation and fun—shoot a game of pool, dive into a board game, or curl up with a good book while the lake breeze drifts through. Outside, the real magic happens: grill up dinner, dip your toes in the water, or simply watch the waves roll in.
Perfect for family gatherings, weekend getaways with friends, or a peaceful couples’ escape—Anchors Away Getaway offers comfort, charm, and unforgettable lakefront memories.
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Township Ordinance - Max 12 Guests, No Events, No RV parking for extra guests, No Fireworks, No Launching of boats from the property (too shallow).
Clean all dishes that are used, do not make used beds. Please respect our neighbors, they have sprinkler heads to the right along the boat launch.
This lake does have Mayflies that hatch early spring and they may land on the house/cars. They are HARMLESS. Please do not book if this may upset you.
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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.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway!?
As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway! on 15 Apr 2026 start from £431, 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 Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway! located?
This family-friendly Houghton Lake holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Houghton Lake, Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Heights Marina. Houghton Lake Public Library and Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful weekend. The house was clean and in a great location. It had plenty of space for everyone! Beautiful views and fun extras. Hosts had great communication and suggestions for the area. Would definitely book again!
Chelsea A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2023
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! You and your family are always welcome back! Feel free to reach out any time!
We could not have asked for a better place to stay for a week on the lake. It was a family vacation of all ages from grandma, parents and kids. It has everything you could ask for and more the only down saying is that the road is a little busy, but it’s so worth it.
This house was perfect for our family get away - it was my family, my sister’s family and my parents altogether! The different levels were great, especially the walkout basement for the kids hangout space! The pool table and various board games were a big hit 😊 The beach towels were definitely handy, as was the second full refrigerator in the basement! We rented a boat from Brian’s marina, and the dock and boat lift worked great! Would stay again!
Wish i knew about the bacteria in the water, grandkids came down with swimmers itch.
Otherwise we all had a wonderful time! The house had everything and was super nice. Everyone had a great time
Debbie S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2023
Thank you for the feedback. We have been letting future guests know, so we appreciate your review. We are glad that your stay overall went well. You are always welcome back!
House is very spacious and very well decorated. The temperature controlled bedrooms were such an unexpected treat. Coffee bar was so cute. Only wish the house was located in a nicer part of the lake as it was mucky and weedy. Needed to boat to sandbar to swim. But the girls all had a blast playing corn hole and cards in the big yard.
Our family of 5 and my brothers family of 4 stayed for three nights at the Anchors Away Getaway and we all had a great time!! It was a smooth experience from booking to checkout, I really appreciate Rob and Chelsea’s open communication to ensure we understand everything and all our questions answered fast. It was a beautiful house on the water with all the fun stuff needed to keep us entertained for our time there. It was also very clean and well stocked of the necessities like towels bedding and kitchen stuff. We give it 5 out of 5 stars and look forward to stay again!!
Jason W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2023
Thank you, Jason! It’s great to hear that you enjoyed your stay! Our mission is to help others make memories on the lake, so it’s encouraging to hear this feedback! You and your family are always welcome to stay with us again!
Every summer my family and by siblings’ families meet at a different lake in Michigan to spend a week together! This place fit all of our needs and then some!! The teens enjoyed the games and kayaks and nightly fire pit! The dock was perfect to dock our boat, and the lake provided plenty of fishing opportunities for the guys! The property was extremely clean and well appointed. There was plenty of room to sleep comfortably and spread out for all 12 of us! The hosts were super friendly and accommodated all of our needs and questions quickly and efficiently! We all agree there is no other place to visit! We will just come back to this place and enjoy it all over again!
The home is clean and beautiful! There was plenty of space and comfy beds. The bathrooms were very clean. We got great use of the kayaks and peddle boat! The location was great, with several restaurants/bars close-by. We like to cook and the kitchen had everything we needed. We spent a lot of time on the upper deck overlooking the lake, it was really nice! The neighbors were friendly. Great communication with the Hosts! We don’t have a bad thing to say about the experience. The gnats were in full force though, which eventually became humorous to watch a friend walk into a swarm :) so, bring your bug spray. Another great girls trip!
We had a great 5 night stay as a family with 8 adults and 2 young children. The house was clean and stocked with toiletries, kitchen supplies, toys for the kids, games, and kayaks/peddle boat. The pool table and games were great for the one rainy day we had and late night fun. The bonfire pit was nice at night. The views were amazing from all 3 levels. We enjoyed sunsets from the deck and the large family room couch. We had tons of fun fishing off the dock and caught lots of blue gill, perch and bass. The beds were comfortable and the house was spacious. The location was convenient to stores and the Lakeland recreation for putt putt, go carts and batting cages. Communication was prompt and helpful. We recommend this vacation rental and would love to stay again!
Rob and Chelsea were very helpful, informative, and quick to respond/communicate. We had no issues with checking in, and everything was laid out in an organized fashion to help guide us through our stay. Great hosts!
We had four families (toddlers and young kiddos), and were all very comfortable for our stay. The property was very clean, provided us with all of our essentials, and not to mention great views. They even had a water table for our toddlers, and they loved it!
All in all, everything was wonderful. Our only recommendation would to have the basement bedroom air conditioned. We stayed on a very warm weekend in July, so the basement was still a little muggy and warm. There were fans provided which helped. The house is on a busier street, which we were informed to use caution ahead of time, so backing out was a little nerve-wracking. There is ample space to turn around and pull out forward.
Would recommend to our friends, and we would stay again! Thank you, Rob and Chelsea!
Megan D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We have added more kids items, so your future visits can be even better! Thank you for feedback about the basement bedroom; we are definitely looking into that for the future. We would love to host you all again!