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Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake

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Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake

Heron Home is the perfect retreat for any season. A short drive (or 30-minute walk) to award-winning downtown Howell. Get that up north feeling without the long road trip! Located on all sports Thompson Lake, enjoy your own private dock and three kayaks for your personal use, or the nearby access to a public boat launch and beach. Family gathering? Dining table seats 12, or add the kitchen table and counter stools for even more.

The large backyard with its breath-taking views, has a built-in firepit, built-in gas grill (no tanks required!), a wood stove, and a hot-tub! Watch the resident swans, herons and muskrats while truly relaxing. It's the perfect setting for family and friends.

Other features:
* Primary bedroom with King bed and ensuite with double showers and a jetted tub
*Main floor bedroom with King bed; second floor bedroom with two full beds
* Bonus room above garage/games room with one King and 2 twin beds.
* Large dining table to host your family gathering (seats 12), kitchen table seats 6, terrace table seats 8!
* Great spot for family reunions, staycations, girls trips, or bonding with friends.
* Separate game/lounge room with ping pong, shuffleboard
* Full pull out sofa and third full bathroom in games room.
* Full pull out sofa and desk with monitor in the 2nd floor loft
*Fully stocked kitchen, beach towels, laundry, puzzles/games/toys, pack-and-play, insect repellant, sunscreen and more.

Property manager

Steve Parkhill

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Map
Howell, MI

What's nearby

  • Howell's MainStreet Winery - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Tanger Outlets Howell - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Brighton Center for Specialty Care - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Mt Brighton Ski Area - 14 min drive - 15.7 km
  • The Majestic at Lake Walden - 23 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jonna's Country Corner Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake located?

This family-friendly Howell cottage is located on the waterfront, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Howell's MainStreet Winery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tanger Outlets Howell and East Crooked Lake. Brighton State Recreation Area and Brighton Center for Specialty Care are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaliyah M.

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

Great cabin!!

Such an amazing property!!! We enjoyed everything & the view of the lake and birds was really nice! I would definitely book again & have already been recommending others to book. Thanks so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

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

Great gathering with friends

It was a great place to get away for a weekend. Lots of room, good activities, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen W.

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

Family lake stay

House is beautiful Steve is easy to get in contact with and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Holiday House

Our family, from near & far, gathered together to celebrate the magic of the season. Enjoyed the game room, hot tub, roaring fires inside & out, games and meals together at the table that held 12 easily, with a kitchen that allowed many cooks to work side by side. There was something for all ages 🎄
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Very pleasant

Beautiful property, owner was very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Our family holiday get together.

We had an absolutely perfect family weekend at Steve's wonderful home. Steve is the perfect host, very responsive, flexible, and was so sweet to decorate the house for us. We had a gang of kids who loved the hot tub and the game house. Excellent place for chatting, watching football, eating together. Just Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike G.

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

Great experience for 7 buddies on a football weekend

This property lived up to every expectation. Beautiful, clean, fun and easy access. 7 older guys who travel once a year for a football weekend had a great time. Really was perfect. The host is very helpful and hospitable. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey S.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

We had a delightful time together as family at this beautiful cabin! Highly recommended and would definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz S.

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

Awesome house!

We absolutely enjoyed our time at Catalina Cottage! The house is perfect for everyone and the view was amazing. Such a peaceful stay for our daughter's graduation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie C.

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

Great Place For The Whole Family

We had a great time. Plenty of room for everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Avery P.

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

New Year’s Eve Wedding

My brother and sister in law recently got married on New Year’s Eve and we were looking for a place where all of our wedding party could stay after. We found this listing and it looked very spacious, cozy, and like the perfect place to host our group. The game room connected to the garage was such a nice addition to keep us occupied on the snowy new year and to keep some toddlers busy. There was plenty of space to sleep all of our guests and to host breakfast the next morning. The host was more than helpful when trying to arrange a bag drop off before the wedding. Steve was very punctual when responding and made sure that our stay went smoothly. I could not recommend this place more! Thanks again to Steve for letting us stay at your gorgeous home!)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

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

Great place to stay highly recommend

We had an excellent time vacationing at this property. Great accommodations and all the extras were great. Hot tub was kept very clean and we enjoyed it very much. Property was very large and well kept, plenty of room for yard games and just relaxing in the sun. Fire pit was also great in the evenings under the stars! This location did not disappoint and the extra bedroom in the game house was a great bonus! Would definitely recommend to others. Thanks so much for the welcome gifts and hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Great stay!

We had a fantastic stay. The house completely met the needs for our multi family group. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Summer Family Trip

The home was beautiful and we enjoyed all the amenities. It was perfect for our family trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda H.

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

Experience "Up North" without the long drive to get there

Stunning house, classy, clean and new looking, great for multiple families. Good fishing and boating and a great backyard to play Whiffle ball or any other sport for the kids. The backyard to the lake is flat, not steep like so many lake houses. We plan to go back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Great annual trip with four families.

Very clean house and all amenities cared for. Beds are comfortable. Great location - short drive to local restaurants and convenience stores. Lake is a shallow. But also not very busy so easy to tube off of a boat. Lots of room for larger groups.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., Oceanside

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

Wonderful time at the lake

We really enjoyed Catalina Cabin for the holidays. We got quick responses from owner when contacted and everything was set up perfect for our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Wedding weekend

Great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Golf trip

We had a little weekend golf trip with the guys and this was the perfect place to relax and unwind after a round. Drinks outside by the lake and hanging out in the hot tub were amazing. After golf the games continued in the game room with a ping pong tournament and some nostalgic video games. All 14 of us were able to sleep comfortably with the provided rooms and beds. There were also extra air mattresses and pull out couches if we needed. We had a great time and will be back if our next golf trip leads us to this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aradia B.

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

Awesome spot!

Super cool place! Very clean, they had everything we needed available and made our trip easy. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryjane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our first time to the area we are from Pennsylvania. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the lake and taking out the kayaks. The hot tub was amazing !!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT H.

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

Harding Reunion

This place was wonderful. It was perfect for our group. Space for all and enough activities to keep 3 grand daughters happy/
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolai D.

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

Yearly friend gathering

Perfect spot to host for family/friends and have a "summer camp" sort of vibe. Would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD K., kokomo in

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

Lake house

Everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat L.

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

Family on the lake

We loved our stay on Thompson Lake. The house was perfect for our group and was just as it was described. Steve was very responsive and helpful. The house was comfortable, clean, nicely decorated. We loved the wildlife, especially the swans and heron. My grandson fished off the dock and everyone enjoyed having use of the kayaks. My son made pizzas on the out door fireplace and we used the fire pit to roast hotdogs and make s'mores. We hated to leave and hope to visit again. Thanks for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024