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Family-Friendly Cottage on the Lake

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Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Heights Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Brian's Lakeside Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First floor bedroom

1 King Bed

Kid's bedroom

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Primary Suite

1 King Bed

Second floor queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Family-Friendly Cottage on the Lake

Bring your friends and family to this lakeside vacation rental, ideal for outdoor fun! Hike through Roscommon State Forest, hit the links at Pineview Highlands Golf Course, take a day trip to Traverse City, or spend all day boating on Houghton Lake. You can also make the trek to either North or South Higgins Lake State Park, both about 15 miles away! With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, free WiFi, and a private deck in a spacious backyard, this cottage has everything you'll need for a relaxing getaway.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3745295vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Houghton Lake

Houghton Lake is home to this holiday home. Heights 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.
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Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Heights Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Brian's Lakeside Marina - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 20 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Au Sable River - 25 min drive - 52.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Cottage on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Cottage on the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Cottage on the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Cottage on the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Cottage on the Lake located?

Situated in Houghton Lake, this holiday home is steps away from Heights Marina and Houghton Lake. Brian's Lakeside Marina and Quest Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great and host was very responsive with any questions we had!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy to find, easy to check-in, great vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well kept property. Very comfortable and beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constance F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! The view and accomodations were wonderful and budget friendly. Our host was quick to respond to questions and recommendations. We will be return guests!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda M.

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

Houghton lake

Loved the layout and location of this place! Host is very quick to respond to questions!We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of the lake was amazing! We used the property for wedding central for our daughter’s wedding. We will be back to relax and truly enjoy the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place in a very good area! Host was very nice and responded very fast when I had questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great weekend for our female cousins weekend. The view from the back deck and yard was great. It was such a comfortable weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for a long holiday weekend.Rooms themselves were clean. There were a large amount of bugs but that may just be due to the location on the water and the time of year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell M.

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

Father / Son fishing trip

Excellent property, great communication, clean, highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

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

Cozy Home

Place was clean and comfortable. Beds are super comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick stay but the house was beautiful and clean. The hosts were always very accessible for questions and help. We'd love to come back again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary b.

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

Great Time on Houghton Lake

Our family enjoyed our stay at this lovely home on the water. Host Noah was very quick to answer questions and gave helpful information on boat rental before our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

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

Perfect home on the lake

Home was great. Our 2nd year renting this house. Perfect for multiple families/friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at your cottage on the lake. The kitchen was the best stocked kitchen I have ever seen in a cottage. The place was so comfy with big fuzzy blankets and really comfy beds. The grandkids loved the dock and the ease of stepping off into shallow water. They had a blast fishing, boating tubing and kayaking. We will definitely return for another visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S M.

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

Would definitely rent again.

The place was perfect for what we wanted. Beautiful sunrise from the master bedroom. Plenty of room for everyone.. Didn't want to leave
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
Great guests. Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandra D.

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

Wedding weekend getaway

Nice house, well stocked, owner was very friendly and helpful. We had 10 and sleeping for all. Close if attending an event at the Barn at Evergreen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige T.

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

Great place to stay, beautiful lake view

The house is well stocked with everything you might need. They had a lot of extra stuff for kids which made it easier on us to not have to bring extra kid stuff. The owners were friendly and everything went great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

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

Friends/Family Ice fishing trip

House was perfect. Enough rooms for our bigger group. Had everything we needed and plenty of rooms to hang out and play games. Hope to rent here again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope M.

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

Great house and location!!

Beautiful and very cozy home. Very clean and organized. Beautiful view and relaxing yard with dock. We rented this house for a UTV ride weekend. It was close to trails, had ample parking for our trailer, two cars and even our SxS. We enjoyed this house so much, we’d love to return for a summer stay and enjoy the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi T.

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

Great Stay!

We needed a last minute place to get out of town for the weekend while work was being done at our house. Found Shore ‘Nuff and we’re so glad we did. Beautiful views out onto the lake, loads of room and everything we needed - even down to little extras like spices left in the cupboard which aren’t always supplied but very much appreciated. We stayed in most of the weekend because of the rain but enjoyed hanging out, reading and playing games. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

zachary s.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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