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Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!!

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A lakeside deck with a boat dock, chairs, and flower planters.
A white vanity with a mirror, a radio, and a small decorative item on top.
A room with a carpeted floor, a sliding glass door leading to a snowy outdoor area, and two windows with blinds.
A sunroom with three wicker chairs, a small table, and sheer curtains.
A single-story house with a covered porch, a small garden, and a visible chimney.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Heights Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Brian's Lakeside Marina
    ‪17 min walk‬

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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 Heights cottage right on the water!!

You will love staying in our cozy cottage on the lake! Breathtaking views for you to enjoy while sitting around the fire pit! Enjoy your morning coffee on the deck or sitting on the dock! For the snow lovers there is always ice fishing, snowmobiling and skiing! Water lovers, the sky is the limit! Bring the whole family! 3 queen, 2 twin beds(1 is a trundle). Close to great food & fun! Plenty of parking! 1 full & 1 half bath.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Houghton Lake. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and patio
  • Steps from Houghton Lake and a 2-minute drive from Brian's Lakeside Marina
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 13,993 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Garage is NOT part of the rental, it's the utility room.
Condiments, spices, dish soap, any kitchen or bath items are there for yo to use if needed. If you take them with you , you will be charged for them.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Houghton Lake Heights Cottage Right on the Water!!

Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Cozy lake cottage

Wonderful location on Houghton lake, close to dining, shopping, etc. Beds were very comfortable and overall the cottage was perfect for our needs!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Cozy & Relaxing

Very cozy and clean. We loved our stay. The beds are really comfortable and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great Location!

This was our 2nd year staying at this property and it was perfect! Great location to kayaking, hiking, shopping and many dining options. House was very clean and true to posted pictures. Hosts were very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gwenda s.

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

Great stay!

Very helpful owners. Summary is very accurate in terms of the space. Cottage has great view!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

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

Great Time

Sue and her husband were great to work with. The house was just right for us and a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adelia M.

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

very nice cottage on the water!

We enjoyed our vacation very much. Very comfortable and roomy. Beds, bathrooms, living room and outdoors so very nice. Plenty of room for the 7 of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james v.

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

awesome sunrises

great host. this home was very well stocked. all beds comfy. very nice decor. the lake view is stellar. great restaurants close by. 5 thumbs up
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

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

Classic little cottage on a beautiful lake!

This is a charming little cottage right on the water on Houghton Lake. It was a perfect location for the hottest days of the summer as we were able to wade in the waist deep water right off the dock. The lake is shallow and beautiful. The cottage was well taken care of, clean, and stocked full of supplies. Chris and Sue were great hosts and it was a great “up north” escape for my wife and I and our young kids!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilee W.

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

Relaxing summer getaway

Clean. Comfortable. Quiet. Accommodations were just as stated on the listing. Yards of shallow water for kids to play. Would return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie A.

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

Witchy weekend

We stayed at this beautiful home for Witches Weekend in Houghton Lake. At first I thought the house was very tiny. However, i was pleasantly surprised at all of the same and the cozy feeling of the house. The beds were a 10 out of 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Perfect Cottage

This was a perfect cottage for our relaxing girls' week on the lake. Great location close to shopping, hiking, kayaking and exploring surrounding areas. Cottage was very clean and having 3 separate bedrooms was a plus. Beds were very comfortable and cottage had great deck for morning coffee. Nice assortment of games, books and movies for rainy days. Beautiful views right on the lake with private dock and stairs into the water. We will definitely be returning again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

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

Amazing cabin!

Upon walking into the cabin, it was immediately apparent that the owners take great pride in their property! The cabin is well kept w/ new amenities (AC unit, TVs, WiFi, cable, etc). The backyard offered a breathtaking view of the lake and personal dock for ease of access to/from our pontoon rental. In addition, we really enjoyed the firepit in the evening. Overall, exceptional cabin. We definitely intend to rent again next year! Thanks Sue & Chris for the great Houghton Lake memories w/ our fam!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

James D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

No fishing

The front of the cottage is deceiving from pictures-the pit for the fire should be cleaned out I rented a pontoon and they had theirs there and a jet ski on the other side it should’ve been moved while we were staying there the lake is really shallow you can’t fish from deck you can walk out 100 yards and it’s not over your head no good fishing you have to rent a boat I didn’t know that I went for fishing and had another expense for pontoon I should of been told
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Wonderful time!

We had a wonderful time for our annual family vacation! The house was spacious for our group size and directly on the water! Very peaceful and relaxing! We will definitely come back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Fantastic cottage on the lake

We had a wonderful time! The property owner wasn't intrusive. There were many amenities. The kitchen was well stocked with all we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Y.

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

Great stay at cottage on the lake

We love being so close to the water. The lake is beautiful, the house has lots of amenities & creates nice spaces for people to hang out. Easy to feel right at home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

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

Great cottage on the lake!

Gorgeous lake views! We loved the location on the lake and the close proximity to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glen R.

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

Great way to end summer vacation

Our kids had a blast playing in the shallow water off the dock. Cottage was very clean and included everything we needed in the kitchen. Evenings by the fire and beautiful sunrises the whole week! Very close to restaurants and things for the kids to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

Wonderful lake house

This vacation rental is in a good location. Water is shallow and good for kids to swim or float. My husband caught many fish including walleye and pike. Two good restaurants on the water. Lake house is clean and their is ample space for everyone. At one point, we had 5 adults and 4 children. The beds are all extremely comfortable. There is a nice furnished living room, and sun room with good TV programming. The owners have provided very nice landscaping with beautiful potted plants. We enjoyed our stay and would fully recommend this vacation rental for your next visit to Houghton Lake.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Cozy and Clean Cottage

Clean and comfortable cottage with an amazing backyard on the lake. Owners were quick to answer our questions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

madison p.

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

Great getaway

Property was awesome for a summer get away. The outside area is perfect for relaxing or playing yard games during the day and great for a nice fire at night. Location was spot on. Lake was beautiful but also a reasonable drive to Higgins lake so you have options l.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Winter Trip

The house was exactly what we needed! We went ice fishing right off the back porch and it was very easy to find. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abby B.

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

Winter getaway

My husband and I stayed for the weekend. It was a perfect getaway. We spent most of our time in the lakeside room just watching the snowmobiles and side by sides go by.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Clean and well maintained

Thought it was clean and well maintained with a full kitchen. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021