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Houghton Lake Cottage - Central Location!

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 679 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Houghton Lake Cottage - Central Location!

Your cozy lakeside retreat awaits at this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage thoughtfully put together with guest comfort in mind. Situated just steps from Houghton Lake, this sleek, pet-friendly vacation rental delights the family or friends with a memorable getaway. Enjoy easy access to boating or snowmobiling, and walk to restaurants, bars, and spots like the Pines Theatre. Unwind back at the cottage with a laughter-filled game night or stream your comfort shows on one of 2 Smart TVs!

-- THE PROPERTY --

High-Speed WiFi | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | 1 Block to Public Boat Launch

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full/Full Bunk Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

SEASONAL AMENITIES (summer): Fire pit, beach towels
HOME FEATURES: 2 Smart TVs w/ cable, high-top table, dining bar, electric fireplace, board games & cards, ring toss game, chess/checkers, shower/tub combo, backyard, lake views/access
PET AMENITIES: Dog bowls, blankets, complimentary waste bags, leash hook in backyard
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig & drip coffee makers, toaster, cooking/serving basics, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, A/C unit, washer/dryer, linens/towels, iron/board, laundry rescue kit (sewing, pods & dryer sheets), hangers, trash bags/paper towels, extra blankets, complimentary in-shower toiletries
FAQ: Step-free access, 3 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip), quiet hours (11:00 PM-7:00 AM)
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), small/medium trailer parking allowed

-- THE LOCATION --

HOUGHTON LAKE (walking distance): Swimming, boating, fishing, jet skiing, tubing, boat launch, snowmobiling
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Snowmobiling trails (surrounding areas), Pineview Highland Golf Course (0.5 miles), Tip-Up Town Snowmobiling & Fishing Festival - last 2 weekends of January (3 miles)
MARINAS: Brian's Lakeside Marina & Boat Rental (4 miles), Houghton Lake Marina & Power (9 miles), HLM Boat Rentals (9 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Tawas City (62 miles), Traverse City (72 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (68 miles), MBS International Airport (81 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There is a public boat launch 1 block away and can anchor offshore on the street as there is lake access
- NOTE: The fire pit and beach towels are seasonal and available in the spring and summer seasons only
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces the backyard, camera 2 faces the side of the home, and camera 3 is on the front of the house facing the road and lake. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 850 sq ft (79 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

483737

About the neighborhood

Map
Houghton Lake, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Houghton Lake Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Quest Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 25 min drive - 21.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Place - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton Lake Cottage - Central Location! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Houghton Lake Cottage - Central Location!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houghton Lake Cottage - Central Location!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Houghton Lake Cottage - Central Location! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Houghton Lake and Houghton Lake Public Library. Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Heights Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Houghton Lake Cottage - Central Location! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters weekend
The owner was fantastic keeping us informed, especially the day of. Helped tremendously with additional parking questions. House was very clean, had lots of extras in the cupboards (spices). Smell was really good. Beds were comfy. Didn't need the extras, like washer/dryer but nice to know if we needed them, they were there. Had extra beach towels set aside. Firewood available. Walk to the water was approx. 1/2 city block. We encountered nice neighbors. Loved the "no key" entry, that way we didn't accidentally lock the key in the house. Very relaxing weekend. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ken U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet and relaxing
Come in, put your stuff on the counter, take your shoes off and you’re home. A get away, just for me to relax and get away from the fast pace of life.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We loved every ounce of our week vacation here. Everything was furnished and very beautiful. It was so relaxing. All we had to bring was clothes and food. Our family dog even loved all of the space to play along with relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage
Super clean and nice. Everything you need plus the things you forgot you needed 😂 great place for privacy.. wish the yard was bigger but it was great for our family of four!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and Quiet
Low key not alot of distraction other than beautiful sunsets at night.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious, and comfortable
The communication process was excellent. The checkin was easy. The place was very clean and comfy with plenty of room. The kitchen had all the essentials. The lake was just a few houses down. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Perfect Getaway
From everything including personal welcome messages to every nook and cranny at Wickham Cottage, there isn’t anything they haven’t thought of to make this getaway a most comfortable and enjoyable one. We were so comfortable here and will keep this rental in our “to-do” list every year. Very well planned out and close attention to every detail above and beyond to help a guest feel at home. Cute, cute cabin!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend
Beautiful interior renovation of the cottage. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023