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Game Room + Hot Tub! Waterfront Lake City Getaway

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Lake City Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2.5BA | 1,728 Sq Ft | Steps Required to Enter
Fully Equipped Kitchen | Cooking Basics
Private Deck | Lakefront | Boat Dock | Sandy Beach | Fire Pit & Table | Grill
Living Area | Free WiFi | Smart TV | Gas Fireplace
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Hot tub on site
  • Balcony
  • Arcade/game room
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lake City, MI
  • Place, Lake Missaukee
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Missaukee County Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Game Room + Hot Tub! Waterfront Lake City Getaway

Discover the true essence of relaxation when you stay at this serene bayfront hideaway on Lake Missaukee. Sink your toes in the private beach sand, explore the shimmering waters by boat or kayak, and peruse the charming downtown. At day’s end, roast marshmallows around the fire pit, followed by unwinding with Smart TVs in every room. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures or a quiet respite, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental cottage delivers the ultimate Michigan escape.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Hot Tub | Private Beach Frontage (60’) | Kayaks & Paddleboard | Dogs Welcome w/ Fee | Day Trip to Traverse City

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private boat dock (25’), deck, gas grill, balcony, yard, fire table, fire pit, bicycles, hammock, beach gear (chairs, towels & umbrella), life vests, propane deck heater, egg chair, party lights, cabana lounger
INDOOR LIVING: 5 Smart TVs, gas fireplace, DVD player, board games & books, dining table, lake/bay views in all rooms, game room w/ flat-screen TV & soundbar, ping pong table, darts
KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee makers, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, high chair
GENERAL: Free WiFi, electric heating, seasonal A/C units (in bedrooms 1-3 & living area available in summer), ceiling fans (bedroom 4 & kitchen), washer/dryer, linens/towels, iron/board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, trash bags/paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story cottage, steps required to enter, 2 bedrooms & bathroom on 1st floor
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), grass (1 vehicle or 1 boat/trailer)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR FUN: Lake Missaukee (on-site), Missaukee County Park & Campground (2 miles), Lake City Veterans Memorial Park (3 miles), snowmobiling trails, kayaking, hiking, fishing, river rafting
SEE & DO: Downtown Lake City - shopping & dining (3 miles), Cadillac's KISS Monument (18 miles), Mitchell State Park (23 miles), Traverse City (47 miles)
LOCAL EATS: Lake City Taphouse (2 miles), Don’s American Pizza (2 miles), Rustic Hog Barbecue (3 miles), Hammer’s Pub and Grub (3 miles), Lake City’s Family Diner (3 miles), El Potrero Mexican Restaurant (3 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (43 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee per stay (+ fees & taxes, max 2, dogs only)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- A maximum of 3 vehicles can be parked on-site
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story cottage requires steps to enter. While there are 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor, additional stairs are required to access the other 2 bedrooms on the 2nd floor
- NOTE: Three of the bedrooms and the living room have seasonal window A/C units. They are available from Memorial Day to Labor Day
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is on the front door facing the front entrance and sidewalk, camera 2 is on the garage door facing the driveway, and camera 3 is on the side entrance (via Bedroom 1) facing the side yard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion

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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

Pets allowed

A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9894189
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Lake City

Located in Lake City, this cottage is on the beach. Missaukee Golf Club and Emerald Vale 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 William Mitchell State Park and Lake Missaukee. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Lake City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Missaukee - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Missaukee County Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Houghton Lake - 27 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf - 45 min drive - 71.9 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 58 min drive - 83.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lake City Tap House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Countryside Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bowright Whiskey Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Game Room + Hot Tub! Waterfront Lake City Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Game Room + Hot Tub! Waterfront Lake City Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Game Room + Hot Tub! Waterfront Lake City Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Game Room + Hot Tub! Waterfront Lake City Getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Game Room + Hot Tub! Waterfront Lake City Getaway located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lake City cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Missaukee, Miltner Park and Maple Grove Park. Crooked Lake and Crooked Lake Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and location were fantastic. We had a great time in Lake City. Excellent place to vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2025
Scott, Thank you for taking the time to give us a 5 star review. It is much appreciated. I am glad you enjoyed the Cottage and the Lake City area. Please come back anytime. We would love to host you again. Angela
Verified

8/10 Good

Cory S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at this property over a long weekend! We rented a pontoon boat and did a lot of fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2025
From the owner: “I am glad you had a great time at our property and did a lot of fishing. The property is set up well for having a boat, with the dock and the calm bay. Please stay again anytime you are in the area.”
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
what a great place clean quite communication was great instructions for the house were wonderful. will highly recommend it to our friends and other family members
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2025
Lawrence, Thanks so much for the 5 star review. It is much appreciated and very helpful for us and future guests. I am so happy you enjoyed the cottage and had a great stay. Please come stay again, you were lovely guest and I would be so happy to welcome your friends and other family members anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janane R.

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

Lake city

Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2025
From the owner: "Janane, thank you for the 5-star review. I am so happy you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. We would love to host you again anytime."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

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

Loved it!

Perfect for for our family! Loved the location and lots of little thoughtful touches
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2025
From the owner: "Lynne, I am so happy your family enjoyed the time at the cottage and the stay worked out well for you all. You were lovely guests. Please come stay again if you are in the area."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay for skiing at Caberfae!

Quiet neighborhood, and exceptionally clean property! A quick drive to Caberfae! The gas fireplace was so cozy and warm. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb, 2025
From the owner: “Alex, Thank you for the great 5-star review. I greatly appreciate all the positive comments. I am so glad you and your family had a great skiing weekend. It was definitely one of the coldest weekends in a few years and I agree that the gas fireplace is so cozy and warm!!! It's the best place for coffee in the morning or hot cocoa at night. Please visit again; we would love to host you anytime."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janey K.

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

Perfect family getaway

My sons and I (15 & 8) came from Arizona & met my sister and her family from Indiana here and it was a the perfect spot for our families to enjoy! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Wonderful!

Everything from the property to the host was top notch. Home is well appointed, in a great area, supported by a host who ensured we had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Jeff, Thank you for the 5 star review and your kind words. I am so glad you had a great stay. It is always our goal to provide a comfortable place to visit and make great memories. Please come stay again anytime. We would love to host you. Thanks, Angela
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Great family vacation

This was a wonderful property that had everything we needed for a great weekend. Our 2 year old had a blast playing in the water and there were plenty of toys. Lots to do in lake city and great neighborhood. Thanks again for letting us rent your lake house!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2024
From the owner: "Michael, Thank you for the five-star review. I am so happy your family enjoyed your time at the lake, especially your son. We love to have families enjoy the cottage and make lasting "lake" memories. We would love to host you again next year. Angela."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth S.

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

Comfortable

Very comfortable home. Friendly and accommodating hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen W.

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

Lake City Cottage

Thank you for sharing your cozy cottage on the lake with us. The check-in process was easy, communication was excellent, and the house had everything we needed for a long weekend. We would love to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2024
From the owner: "Carmen, Thank you for the lovely review. I really appreciate it. You were an excellent guest and took such nice care of the cottage. Please come visit again when you are in the area. We have lots of plans to add fun things (outdoor games, kayaks and bikes) for the summer."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa h.

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

Perfect vacation!

This property is great. Everything you need is available on the property. No need to overpack with supplies. The beds were super comfortable. We had a great time fishing, swimming and paddle boarding. So nice to be right on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2024
From the owner: "Lisa, Thank you for the five-star review. I am so happy you enjoyed the cottage and all the fun things we have for families to use on the lake and the beach. You were great guests and we would love to host you again next year."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin on the lake. Two bedrooms downstairs and two upstairs. Kitchen has all the necessities. LOTS of clean towels provided. There are tons of games and books, the garage is filled with toys and games. Plenty of seating outside and in. Very family friendly for all ages. My family has been renting vacation homes for the better part of 20 years and this cabin is by far the cleanest cabin we've stayed in. The attention to detail is better than I've ever seen. The amenities provided are second to none. We cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2025
Jeanette, Thank you so much for your kind words and the 5 star review. It is so helpful to us and future guests and I really appreciate it. I am glad you enjoyed the games/books and the the water toys and outdoor games from the garage. We love to share our Lake Cottage and help families build memories. You were great guests and I hope you can come back soon. Angela
Verified

8/10 Good

guy t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Welcoming home

Relaxing and comfortable, lovely location with beautiful sunsets... BUT NO SANDY BEACH!!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Hi Guy, The homeowners were saddened to read your review, as they are accustomed to providing 5-star experiences, and would like to clarify the following:- The cottage boasts 80 feet of lakefront property with a sandy bottom and no rocks or seawall, providing direct access to the water. The size of the sandy beach area can vary with the water level: higher lake levels result in a smaller beach area, while lower levels increase it.- The listing photos and description accurately depict the beach area, aiming to set clear expectations.- We appreciate your positive comments about the relaxing and comfortable home and the beautiful sunsets.Thanks for taking the time to leave your review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was great, perfect for adults plus kids. We appreciated the little touches, like lots of games for the kids, a sandy beach area, and water toys. The owner was super easy to communicate with, and a small issue with the hot tub was taken care of right away.Lake City itself doesn't have a lot to offer except for the ice cream shop. And the part of the lake the house is on is very shallow and full of weeds. But the house itself was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2025
Kathleen, Thanks so much for the 5 star review. I am happy to know you had a great time at the house and enjoyed all the extra amenities like the games, water toys and hot tub. The bay the house sits on is very shallow- which we love for paddle boarding and kayaking and it's only a minute out to the big lake for wakeboarding etc. We do try to keep down the weeds right in front of the beach BUT all the fishermen and women love the bay for the fish!!!! Please come visit again you were great guests and are welcome back anytime. Angela
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

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

Family short vacation

Eight of us in total stayed. Myself, my husband along with our 3 adult sons and their wives. We also had 2 dogs. The house had everything we needed, very well equiped. Anything you would need in a home away from home. We were able to leave our Deckboat out in front off the dock, so that was fantastic! The fishing in the lake was good, and the swimming lovely. Overall we had a great time our host was wonderful, answering my texts quickly, and answered all my questions. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2025
Elizabeth, Thank you for your lovely 5 star review. I am so happy you and your entire family enjoyed your stay and the fishing was good!! I am glad it worked our for you to bring your deck boat and you were able to swim and enjoy the lake, too. You were wonderful guest and I appreciate the great care of our home. I hope we will be able to host you again next summer. Angela
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lainie H.

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

Beautiful house and location

I would recommend this home 100%! Newly updated and clean. Was a little smaller than it looks in the pictures (great photography), but we made due! Awesome dock if you want to bring a boat. Garage has all games and beach chairs a such- a really nice addition. We had 4 adults and one child in the house and there were enough rooms and bathrooms to accommodate!! Great communication from the owners and check in was a breeze. 10 outta 10!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb, 2025
From the owner: “Lainie, Thank you for the great 5-star review. I am so happy you enjoyed your stay. We have tried to make the cottage comfortable and welcoming for families of all ages!! You were wonderful guests. Please stay again anytime."
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Peaceful and Comfortable

We thoroughly enjoyed out stay. We had 6 people sharing the house and there was plenty of room. It was nice to have 2 bathrooms and a half bath (one bath downstairs does have a higher toilet). (The walk-in shower on the first floor is a bit small). It was convenient to have two bedrooms and two baths on the main floor for those of use with bad knees. We were in town for a celebration of life so it was nice for the three groups to share a house so we could spend time together and catch up. The weather was nice enough that we were able to use the deck and put the fire pit and heater several times. I had to do some cooking for the celebration and the kitchen was well stocked. Just a warning for anyone who is handicapped - there are a couple of steps going into the house but then there is a high step going into the kitchen and another going down into the living room. The three of use with bad knees did figure out the best way to navigate this step but a handle of some sort would have helped. We were here in the fall so the conditions were not right for us to go in the lake but then home is right on the water and there are plenty of water activities available. We would love to come back in the summer sometime.I did contact the owner with questions a couple of times and she responded right away with answers to my questions.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov, 2024
From the owner: "Thanks so much for your lovely review. I am glad you were able to enjoy the deck with the heater, fire table and the fire pit, with the fall weather and that your family got to spend time together. I really appreciate the recommendation for adding handles to the step area from Kitchen to living room. We will be adding a grab bar or handle to help out! Please come visit again in the Summer."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nonna R.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2025
From the Owner: "Nonna, thank you for the 5-star review. I really appreciate it, and it makes a big difference for us. Please come stay again."

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