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Cozy lake retreat with great views of Houghton Lake. Close to ORV trails.

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Houghton Lake, MI
  • Popular LocationHoughton Lake1 min walk
  • AirportRoscommon County – Blodgett Memorial Airport (HTL)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPineview Highlands Golf Course14 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouth Higgins Lake State Park16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy lake retreat with great views of Houghton Lake. Close to ORV trails.

Welcome to a cozy cabin with a beautiful lake view and just a few minutes walk to the shore of Houghton Lake. This cabin is the perfect place to enjoy time with your family. The kids will love the outdoor space complete with grill and firepit. Enjoy the firepit as you plan your day trip to nearby areas including walking to Houghton Lake, or a quick drive to Higgins Lake and the AuSable River. There are wonderful hiking trails and beautiful parks and beaches in the area as well as over 200 miles of ORV trails.

About the Cabin: Located off the main drag, this cabin is across the street from road end access to the lake. This gives you great views and a quick walk to enter and exit the lake at the public access road end. This 3-bedroom 2-bath cabin makes an ideal stay when you head up north to enjoy nature both on and off the area lakes and rivers. Bring your boat, kayak, snowmobiles, jet skis or ORVs to explore the area and have great adventures. There is room to park at least one trailer along with two other vehicles. When the sun sets, rewind back at the cabin with a bonfire that overlooks the lake or watch the SmartTVs/Rokus with your personal log ins.

The dining area has six chairs with a bench to accommodate at least two more. The table does extend. With a hunting cabin vibe, comfortable beds and A/C. There are two full bathrooms with showers (both on first floor), a full kitchen with a Keurig coffee pot.

Amenities:
The patio furniture on the back deck has cushions stored in the nearby deck box.
Propane-operated grill is on back newly-refinished back patio.
More chairs are stacked for use around the campfire.
Beautiful paved campfire area
Sitting around the campfire gives you a gorgeous view of Houghton Lake.
Indoor board games, books
Towels and Linens
Fully-stocked kitchen with Keurig coffee pot
Iron and Ironing Board available in second-floor laundry room

Primary Bedroom:
Located on the first floor
Queen/Full log canopy bed with linens
Lots of room to hang up clothes or store in dresser
Nightstand on both sides of bed
Clock radio provided

Secondary Bedroom
Located on Second Floor
King Sized Log Bed
Table and Chairs for early morning coffee
Balcony with view of Houghton Lake
Clock radio

Bedroom 3
Located on Second Floor
Two Bunk Beds with Twin Bed over Full Bed
Balcony overlooking backyard
Hang your clothes in open closet
Dresser
Clock radio

Three Season Room
First Floor with pull out couch for extra sleeping space
Great View of Lake
Dyson cordless vacuum stored here
Exterior door

Kitchen
Small appliances include toaster
Keurig coffee maker
Regular Coffee Maker also available
Kitchen is stocked to make meals
No Dishwasher - dish drainer for countertop provided
Dishsoap, wash cloths and oven mitts
You will need to bring paper towel, if desired

Bathrooms:
Clean bathrooms, stocked with fresh towels
Stand up showers
Need to supply your preferred shampoo/conditioner
You will need to bring toilet paper

Laundry room on second floor:
Washer and Dryer
Iron and ironing board

Living Room:
Couch and love seat - recline
Roku TV
Throw blankets for couch to use with pets
Fireplace is disabled - please do not use.

Dining Room
Table sits 6 chairs
Bench seat also available for additional seating
Board games and cards
A great place to enjoy family game night

Outside area:
Back patio with couch and chairs (cushions in deck box)
propane grill
Paved patio firepit with chairs
Guests need to provide their own firewood

Things to Do in Area:

Spring/Summer/Fall:
swimming and fishing
Brink your kayak, boat or ORV
Make S'mores around the firepit

Winter:
Tip Up Town festival in January
Snowmobile and ORV trails
Cross country skiing

Other:
Home sits on a corner lot in a quiet neighborhood. There are neighbors nearby.
Room to park 3 vehicles or two vehicles with a trailer.
Guests have access to the entire home.
Unattached garage is locked and not part of rented area.
There is an additional fee and information required for a pet.

Lakeview: Lake is visible from inside home and firepit area.
Lake access: Located across the street, the lake access is public road end.
Road end lake access allows you to enter the lake for swimming, kayaking and to access boat.
There is no boat mooring or docking.
There is a DNR public boat launch less than 5 minutes away.

Restaurants: Numerous area restaurants are available just a short drive. Coffee shops and ice cream shops are also close by. A list with addresses is available in Guest Book.
Stores: Walmart is a short drive away as well as numerous party stores, gas stations and gift shops.
Day Trips: There are lots of great places within an hour or two drive including Traverse City, Mission Point (great place for wine tastings), AuSable River (great fishing and canoeing), Higgins Lake South Shore Beach, Grayling, Roscommon, Mackinac Island, Petoskey, Cheboygan and more.

Property manager

Linda Sherwood

Languages

English

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pet fee. Pick up after pets. Use rake provided. P

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Houghton Lake

Cozy lake retreat with great views of Houghton Lake. Close to ORV trails. is located in Houghton Lake. 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 South Higgins Lake State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest.

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk
  • White Deer Country Club - 9 min drive
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 14 min drive
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 16 min drive
  • Quest Golf Club - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Saloon - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Buccilli's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shaker's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy lake retreat with great views of Houghton Lake. Close to ORV trails. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy lake retreat with great views of Houghton Lake. Close to ORV trails.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy lake retreat with great views of Houghton Lake. Close to ORV trails.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houghton Lake
Very nice. Very close to lake. We had a problem with the AC we contact property manager and they were right on it.Owners came down and took care of it right away. More then enough room for our family. Even tho it rained most of the time we had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024