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Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"

Family-friendly beachfront villa with free WiFi

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A row of cabins with a grassy path leading to a beach, a large tree in the center, and a clear blue sky.
A residential area with a lighthouse-like structure, a house with a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.
A cozy cabin interior with a rocking chair, a dining table, and a kitchen area.
Smart TV, fireplace, books
A covered porch with large windows overlooking a grassy yard and a beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms4 bathrooms3000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Heights Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Houghton Lake

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Houghton Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Heights Marina with a stay here. Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Houghton Lake Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Heights Marina - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Roscommon Township Hall - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Au Sable River - 30 min drive - 33.4 miles
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 33 min drive - 37.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The backdoor saloon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"

🌊 100 ft Houghton Lakefront
🏡 Four Cabins for 16 Guests
🪑 "The Porch" with Rocking Chairs
🚤 Paddleboards, Kayaks & Games
📺 Wi-Fi & TVs in Every Cabin

Hosted by Catered Stays Rentals, The Roost Houghton Lake, a family-friendly resort with 100 feet of lakefront. Ideal for reunions or special events, our four cabins sleep up to 16 guests. Relax on the dock’s sunbathing platform or at “The Porch,” an elevated space with six rocking chairs. Enjoy activities like paddle boarding, kayaking, cornhole, and shuffleboard, or swim in the sandy-bottom lake. WiFi and TVs in every cabin ensure comfort and convenience. Create unforgettable memories at this unique retreat!

Our lakefront property is home to 4 quaint cabins with rustic décor and "The Porch".

MAIN CABIN - “THE ROOST” is the main cottage with 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed and one with twin bunk up top. Full bathroom and kitchen and a comfortable living room hanging out or game night. A deck off the front is great for outdoor eating for lounging and has a retractable awning. Includes TV (Roku).

CABIN 1 - “THE BIRD HOUSE” has knotty pine, 2 bedrooms with queen bed in one and a double bed in the other, couch, small kitchen and a bathroom with a shower. Includes TV (Roku).

CABIN 2 - “THE BEACH HOUSE” has knotty pine, 2 bedrooms with queen bed in one and a double bed in the other, as well as a twin-size sleeper sofa, a kitchen and a bathroom with a shower. Includes TV (Roku).

CABIN 3 - “THE BOAT HOUSE” has knotty pine, 2 bedrooms with queen beds, a queen-size sleeper sofa, a full kitchen and a Jack-n-Jill bathroom with a shower. Includes TV (Roku).

THE PORCH has 6 padded rocking chairs overlooking the property and the lake. Porch is covered.

GARAGE use is for porch access only.
PARKING is available street side on the stone driveway only.

OTHER AMENITIES:
Towels in every cabin
Firepit
S’more station
Kayaks (3)
Paddle Boards (2)
2 Cornhole boards
Shuffle Board
Parking for 6 vehicles
Picnic Tables
120ft dock with a platform/bench
Mooring line

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only. We may be flexible on the number of dog

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" to the beach?

This villa is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" have a pool?

This villa does not have a pool.

Does Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" to downtown Houghton Lake?

This villa is 0.5 mi away from Houghton Lake.

Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Roost was perfect for our family gathering! Our daughter was getting married, and we were hosting family at the cabins. Everyone had their own space with the individual cabins. The main cabin is very spacious and has everything you need. The three smaller cabins are adorable and it allowed everyone to have their own space. We all enjoyed the fire pit, that was our favorite place to just sit and enjoy the beautiful lake. The kids enjoyed the game room and shuffleboard, plenty for them to keep entertained. The hosts were wonderful and very accommodating, it really is the perfect setting for a family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was Perfect for Our Family!

We had four families with grandkids ages 1.5 to 10, so the number of cottages was perfect. The lake was nice and sandy and shallow for the little kids we had there! They loved playing in the water, kayaking, paddling the water boards and fishing with our boat. We had a lot of things to do there such as shuffleboard (which is actually a lot of fun!), the game room with a foosball table and ping ping table. We played a lot of games! The s'more station was a hit and the hosts were very accommodating. One of the Keurig Coffer Makers broke, and they brought a new one out the same day we let them know!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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