Loving Life at the Lake

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A living room with a large glass door leading to a balcony overlooking the beach.
A window with a view of a tree and a cityscape.
A two-story house with a blue exterior and a white roof, located near a body of water with trees in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, and a dining area with a large table and chairs.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Black River, MI
  • Place, Black River Beach Park and Boat Launch
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Negwegon State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

1st floor

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2 Up

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3 Up

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4 Up

1 King Bed

Common area 2

2 Double Futons

Common area 3

1 Double Futon

Upstairs Livingroom

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Black River

Black River is home to this holiday home. Sturgeon Point Light and Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lost Lake Woods Golf Course and Harrisville Harbor.
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Black River, MI

What's nearby

  • Black River Beach Park and Boat Launch - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Negwegon State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harrisville State Park - 27 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 44 min drive - 50.2 km
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - Blackshire Golf Course - 47 min drive - 51.3 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosa's Lookout Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Help - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪North Swamp - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Loving Life at the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Loving Life at the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Loving Life at the Lake?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Loving Life at the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Loving Life at the Lake located?

This family-friendly Black River holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Negwegon State Park and Black River Beach Park and Boat Launch. Lake Huron is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful big house. Perfect for our multigenerational group of 16. Very responsive and helpful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unfortunately, the bug hatch was on during our stay which lead to our group not being able to stay outside in order to use both the patio and balcony. Obviously this couldn't be controlled by the host, but the bugs were present inside as well and was quite a problem. House is great, with the beach in front. Couldn't swim though due to many rocks being located in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Huge home can accommodate extended families. Very comfortable rooms, lots of different areas for gathering. Literally across a private gravel road from Lake Huron. Gorgeous sunrise views out the huge patio windows upstairs and down. Both with large decks. Great game room to keep everyone entertained. And they have kayaks to use to for a nice tour.You can see the lighthouse just a few miles down the coast. And visit Cedarbrook Trout Farms to catch yourself a fantastic trout dinner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and a great space for gathering. I’m especially obsessed with the kitchen, it’s a standout feature! The single bathroom on the main floor can be a bit inconvenient at times, and we did notice some minor water pressure issues. That said, the overall space and views are absolutely beautiful.The beach area is rocky, so I’d definitely recommend bringing water shoes. The beds are comfortable, and the rooms are spacious, which made for a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house right on Lake Huron! Our group absolutely loved the house and everything was in really good condition. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home and location

Very nice house with great views of Lake Huron.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week on the beach

Great location and amenities with this property
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was a wonderful place for our family. Beautiful home.

The house is very spacious and we had no trouble sleeping our family and having a wonderful time in the water. Very quiet and pleasant.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and great location

This house turned out to be exactly as advertised. Loved the porches and the views of the water. Lots of living space and an excellent kitchen. We were also surprised at the number of good places to eat that weren't too far away. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

July 4th

Had a great time. Lots of room for our group of 12 & the game room was a bonus to have on cooler nights. A lot of traffic from the neighbors but they were all very friendly. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Spacious home

Very spacious home right on the lake. We enjoyed our time there, but had to leave a few days early because of a family emergwncy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful sunrises on Lake Huron

The house was very spacious and fit the needs of 15 people. The kitchen worked well for all the cooks. Plenty of games in game room. Very quiet setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great week! Upon arrival we were pleasantly surprised with the size. Everything was larger than the pics. The cleanliness was not great. Definitely bring water shoes as the beach and water is all rocks. There is a nice patch of sand for kids to play in further up from the water. Nice quiet setting with beautiful sunrises!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Family time is good for the soul but adding the incredible view and calming sounds of the waves was the perfect way for us to unwind from the every day grind. The house was perfect and the outside game area was an added bonus. We can’t thank you enough for sharing this incredible property with us. Rock hunting was the cherry on top for our outdoors loving family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week at a remote waterfront Lake Huron house. Bring everything you will need, as you are 30 minutes north of Oscoda and about 30 minutes south of Alpena. There is a dollar general nearby and a wonderful restaurant 10 min north but true shopping is limited. The house is spacious and located just off a rocky shore beach point with great access for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, etc. Recommend bringing drinking water as well. We stayed with 16 guests, 10 children, and had ample space. The separate barn/gameroom was a great addition with all the kids. Would happily return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lake side, good parking. Inventory kinda tired. One of the kayaks couldn't be used. Ping pong table ruined. Knife condition poor.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing home and location!

The pictures of the house don't do it justice. It's better than the photos show. There's TONS of room. We stayed here for a week with our extended family. We had 10 adults and 8 children (6mths -12yrs). We spent the days on the beach exploring the rocks, kayaking the water, and enjoying the decks. The evenings were spent sitting around a fire and playing in the game room. There was enough room for us all to share meals in the kitchen and cook without ever feeling crowded. We were able to put the little kids to bed upstairs and still stay awake downstairs without bothering them. There is enough seating for everyone. The upstairs loft area with the pull out couches is massive. The kitchen has everything you could need when it comes to cooking. The cleaning closet was stocked with everything we needed (even though we brought all our own). There wasn't a pack n play or high chair (but we brough our own so this wasn't an issue). A quick drive down to Harrisville for ice cream, playground, and live music was nice. The nearby dinosaur park was a huge hit with the kids. Alpena was a 30 min drive away for a mid week Meijer trip. There was plenty of extra blankets to use for throw blankets while we sat on the deck in the evening. I wish I could attach photos because it seriously was the best house/location. This house had it all and has TONS of space for large groups to have their own space and still spend time together. We all agreed we would definitely be back. Love this space!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, spacious house

Location cannot be beaten - the lake is right there and even though the shoreline is rocky, we really enjoyed the water. We all got water shoes before arriving and that was enough to allow kids and adults to enjoy the water. We also used the paddle boat and floats - appreciated that we didn't have to bring our own! The house was spacious! The upstairs living room was such a bonus with young kids as we could really spread out. Great communication with the property manager and owner. As others have shared, it's clear some of the neighbors don't like renters but as long as you follow the rules, drive slow, and mind your own business, you should be fine. The kitchen could use some larger bowls and a cookie sheet, but nothing that kept us from enjoying the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

We had so much fun. The house is beautiful and the view everyday is breathtaking. Owner was easy to reach and everything with checking in was smooth. Lots to do with rock hunting and using all the games in the garage. Just keep in mind the water is all rocks but a beach is close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

A great place to come together

A beautiful site, lakeside with the rising sun. The furnishings and appliances were just fine. Four related families with pleasant accommodations. Lots of room. Although the beach, like most of Lake Huron, is rock covered that is where the children spent most of their time in various kayaks and floats. A state park is a short drive for those needing sand. The game room was popular and provided a separate place for friendly, family competition. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great view!! Overall a good stay

Pros: Overall we enjoyed our stay at the house. The view and proximity to the water is absolutely outstanding. We made good use out of the kayaks and spent a lot of time rock hunting, cooked many meals in the large kitchen and had dinner together and played games at the dining table every evening. The bedrooms are all large and the beds were comfortable. The area was fantastic for birding and the neighbors were all friendly. The owner was responsive to messages. The fire pit on the beach made for scenic marshmallow roasting and late night stargazing. Cons (and FYIs): The internet connection is pretty bad (for anyone that might need to do remote work while at the house). The house didn’t appear to be truly deep cleaned and the game room was definitely not cleaned since the last people stayed there. Some of the amenities we were expecting in the game room were lacking. For instance, half of the bean bags for corn hole had holes in them, and the basketballs were mostly deflated. But still a lot of other toys to get into! There is also no longer a second fire pit by the game room. The biting flies were bad a couple days we were there. That’s the reality of this part of northern Michigan tho! Just be advised. The water pressure is pretty bad, and the water very much tastes like well water so bring your own bottles if that’s not your cup of tea. We also weren't able to use the soaking tub bc the seal wasn’t airtight and allowed the water to drain before it would fill. Note that the nearby “town” of black river doesn’t really exist. Harrisville does have a few small stores. So bring most everything you’ll need with you to the house. Overall: The house is big for large families, and has the MOST beautiful view of the lake, but for the price I was expecting a bit more attention to detail. But I’d consider renting here again especially if the owner addressed some of the concerns above.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2021 The Ville Girls

The house is gorgeous. Very spacious. Fully stocked kitchen and spices. The decks are large and the beach location is perfect. It’s extremely rocky so not ideal for sunning and swimming, but perfect for searching for Petoskey stones, having a bonfire, and enjoying a book while listening to the waves hit the shore. This is our annual girls weekend. We go somewhere new each year and this house, by far, was the nicest. Large spaces for us to talk and play games each evening. We had a great time and made memories that will last a lifetime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family lakeside vacation

Beautiful setting and plenty of living space in the home. The whole family was able to enjoy all of the outside toys - kayaks, paddle boat, pool table, foosball, ping pong, corn hole games. We had a campfire every night ! Lots of memories made here!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Overall it went well

House is nicely sized for larger groups, the pole barn was a huge plus for our trip. It rained a few days on us. If you can get past the neighbors flexing their year round “resident muscle” and don’t mind a very rocky beach.. you’ll have a good time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful location

Dishwasher was broken, toaster was in poor shape, wash cloths should be replaced ,no ping pong balls, or cue balls for pool table. Minor problems that did not prevent us from having a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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