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Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit!

Houghton Lake vacation home with kitchen

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A deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake with boats and a dock.
A lakeside property with a dock, a house, and a boat.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sofa, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, dining area with wooden chairs, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets and appliances.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Houghton Lake

On lake.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Houghton Lake and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Also, Houghton Lake Marina is within 3 miles (5 km) and Brian's Lakeside Marina is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 14 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Au Sable River - 19 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 22 min drive - 31.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The backdoor saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shenanigan's Pub & Grub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Boots Country Diner - ‬8 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.

Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit!

2 Mi to Snowmobile Trails | Waterfront Location | 2,100 Sq Ft

Four seasons of Pure Michigan fun await right outside your door at this lake house. Boasting 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, a screened porch, and an open interior with a spacious kitchen, this vacation rental is perfect for family vacations, holiday getaways, or fishing trips! Stay at home to enjoy lazy lake days and family game nights, or venture out for excitement at Tip-Up Town USA Winter Festival or Missaukee Ski Mountain.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 4: 2 twin beds, 1 twin bunk bed, 1 sleeper sofa
- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Furnished deck, outdoor dining
- Gas grill, lounge chairs
- Waterfront fire pit
- Spacious yard, lake access
- Private dock (may not be available at time)

INDOOR LIVING
- Screened-in porch w/ lake views
- Flat-screen TVs
- Dining table, board games
- Stone fireplace (decorative only)
- Open interior, hardwood floors
- En-suite bathroom w/ soaking tub

KITCHEN
- Gas stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, toaster
- Cooking basics & spices
- Dishes & flatware

GENERAL
- Free WiFI
- Linens, towels
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans
- Keyless entry
- Washer & dryer
- Complimentary cleaning (stays over 2 weeks)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 1 step required

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)
- Snowmobile/ATV parking available

-- THE LOCATION --

- On-site access to Houghton Lake for swimming, boating, fishing, jet skiing, tubing & ice fishing
- 2-3 miles to Houghton Lake Marina & Power, HLM Boat Rentals, & Brians Lakeside Marina
- 3 miles to Houghton Lake State Forest Park
- 7 miles to DNR Boat Launch, Lakeview Park (Tip-Up Town USA Winter Festival)
- 27 miles to Missaukee Ski Mountain & 31 miles to Snow Snake Ski & Golf
- 61 miles to Cherry Capital Airport & 84 miles to MBS International Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- NOTE: The Dock may not be available for seasonal weather conditions
- Guests staying longer than 2 weeks can enjoy a complimentary housekeeping visit during their stay
- The fireplace is for decorative purposes only; it is not available for guest use
- This single-story home requires 1 step for access
- The private dock may not be available at times

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking (max 6 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

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

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

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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit! to the airport?

This vacation home is 72.5 mi (81-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit! to downtown Houghton Lake?

This vacation home is 4.5 mi away from Houghton Lake.

Houghton Lake Family Getaway w/ Fire Pit! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, had everything we needed for 8 guys on an ice fishing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very nice and clean. We have stayed here 3-4 times, lots of beds and good amount of room.I'm sure we will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Nice place, clean and pleanty of beds.

This is our 3rd time staying here. Clean, pleanty of beds 7-8, plus we like the open layout with the kitchen, living room and dining room.We stay up here in January for TUT.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is exactly as it seems. Very well maintained, provided everything you need and more! Excellent communication from the owner and extremely friendly!! They even provided us with a high chair for our baby. Cannot stress enough how easy it was for us to get checked in and out. 10/10 experience and will return again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Nice place with plenty of beds

We go up to Tip Up Town every year and we always rent a cabin. This is the second time we stayed here and enjoyed it both times. Plenty of beds, right on the water, clean and an open layout to gather. There is a bar and grill about a half mile down the street that had decent food as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Great house

We could have used a 3rd bathroom but otherwise we had a wonderful stay. The house was exactly as expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli L.

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

Tip up town volunteers

This house and the owner was wonderful! They made sure all was well. The communication was great and the house was very nice! We enjoyed our stay. 🏁❤🏁❤
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

First annual family getaway

We had a lovely 5 night stay at Marianne’s Houghton Lake House. There were 8 adults and one 8 year old. This was the start of what I hope will be an annual family getaway tradition! The Lake House was perfect. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, utensils, and all the pots and pans you would need. We cooked all but 1 of our meals at the house! The home was so comfortable and fit all of us perfectly! We were able to go in the lake the last 2 days and had a blast! Don’t hesitate if you are looking for a large home to accommodate your group, you won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nancy f.

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

Family vacay 2024

Our expectations were happily exceeded!! The house was absolutely perfect! Clean, well stocked kitchen and towels. Our family of 9 were so comfortable there, the kids room was awesome!! The large kitchen table was so nice, we played games and had great family dinners together. The backyard and the view were fabulous, peaceful and beautiful. The kids loved swimming off the dock, it was shallow and clean. Thank you for a week of making great memories!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Great weekend away

We go yearly on a Mom’s weekend away with the mother’s of our old daycare when our kids were younger. It’s always a good time with the group but this is definitely the best location we’ve ever had. It was just nice to be on the water and be able to spread out. The only thing that we could have used was the screened in porch to be ready, but not that big of a deal, we realized we are not “in season” yet. The rest was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janelle W.

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

Wonderful place for a family

This place was perfect for a family getaway! We had five adults and four children all under 5 years old. The owner was so communicative and helpful - she even offered a high chair and pack and play which was so appreciated! The location is wonderful and we docked our pontoon boat right outside with no issues. It was so nice to be able to just leave right from the house for a day on the water instead of having to drive to a marina. The kitchen had everything we needed to prep food and grocery/convenience stores were only a short drive away. Beds were comfortable, the only thing is to make sure you have fans going if you sleep in the back room because it can get a little stuffy--but not a big deal at all, there are plenty of fans available! The porch was a big hit with all of us as well. Overall highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week as a family staying in this home. The location was perfect being on the North end of Houghton Lake. Not as busy as South and it was perfect to dock there and relax as we rented a boat for the week. Although we thought there was a slight beach it was a slanted cement seawall. Since we had no children with us it was not an issue. The accommodations fit well with the amount of people we had with us(6). We did not need the bunk room but it would accomodate kids, not sure about adults as they were twin beds. Had an area with couchs but we did not use that. The screened in porch was nice on mornings you wanted to sit out with your coffee and store all your shoes and swim toys for the night. I usually do not enjoy writing negatives on rentals but there were a couple, although not severe. Just a little TLC needed to the place. Foremost, the kitchen was in desperate need of organization. Many open bags of flour, sugar, etc..that made me squeemish especially in view of bugs at a lake! The cupboards & pantry are in desperate need of "cleaning out". The coffee pot needed a cleaning! Couldn't find vinegar to do it. We couldn't find any Zemo filter replacements for the bugs that were an issue at dusk as they entered through the screened porch and infested the living area. Two of the beds could be an issue for someone if they do not like very hard mattresses. All in all was a great place to relax on a great lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sue D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not our best experience…

My extended family been going on vacation together for 7 years now. We’ve stayed in multiple locations, and have enjoyed every year. We know renting a property from someone can have its quirks. I’m a go-with-the-flow kinda guy, and don’t like to make waves. That being said, this experience was not great. The house: There isn’t a single smoke detector in the entire place. I found a smoke detector on a shelf in the laundry room, but it wasn’t functional. The mount (and only smoke detector location) was in the hallway with the wires stuffed into the wall. The kitchen completely lacked organization. The sharp knives were intermingled with other utensils in an overcrowded drawer; points and blades in all directions, resulting in a few close calls. We had to do laundry in the sink because the washer was broken, and were asked to leave the house unlocked with all of our things inside for a repairman to come twice during the week. The full bed mattress was almost unbearable. I’ve slept on firm mattresses before, but I was sore every single day. The queen bed is the exact opposite, rolling both its occupants toward the center in a sort of weird bed taco. The porch was decent, but was overcrowded with furniture, decorations, and shelves full of what can best be described as piles of garage clutter. The grill provided was completely out of propane when we tried to use it. When we inquired about being reimbursed for the tank we purchased, we were told that they “provide the grill, not the gas.” For as much as we were charged a week, that feels off. The lake: We were told by the owners that the lake was good for swimming. It’s knee deep at the end of the dock, and it struggles to get much deeper than 5 ft anywhere in the northern bay. If you like STANDING in a lake, this is the property for you…or if your kids are small and can navigate slippery stairs (the only water entry). We specifically asked if we could SWIM, and were told it was deep enough to place our lily pad in the water to jump off of. We could not. We felt misled by the owners of the property on this. They also said that it was deep enough to tie our boat up at the dock. It is not. We were forced to place sand anchors beyond the dock in “deeper” water to avoid risking the boat running aground. Again, not trying to be “Negative Nancy,” but for these reasons and a few others there aren’t room for here, we will not be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Family fun at the lake

We have rented for years and this house is like being at home. I reported an issue with the outside lights being broke due to a storm and it was fixed within days. Some of the cabinets are in a disarray but that's expected when you have renters in weekly. We love the lake and the location. We rented on 2021, 2022 and have our reservation for 2023.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful cabin.

Great cabin for a stay on the lake. Had everything we needed and lots of space. Felt like home while you were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janell K.

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

Beautiful Location - Great spaces

Rooms were exactly as described, exactly what we were expecting and hoping for. Owners were very available for communication - we didn't have any issues, but they were available for questions. It was great to have everything we needed at the home - linens, bathroom products, etc. Kitchen was fully stocked. Lake was beautiful, many outside items available to make our stay extra confortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alestra

Rented for 10 days with 9 people

House was GREAT! We loved the location and the lake is sandy and shallow. The screened in porch was perfect for relaxing with no bugs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

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

Great Guys Trip Up North

Great Location away from the busy downtown area, plenty of parking for 6 trucks and a couple trailers. The house had everything you need, plus sleeping space for the 8 people we had. The property owner was very pleasant to work with and you could tell she just wanted her guest to enjoy themselves. We were there in the winter time with ice fishing as our main activity, but we saw the fire ring and closed in back porch which would be perfect for enjoying a summer night.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica A.

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

Very roomy for a family vacation

Open concept living space, great outdoor space, great sized bedrooms Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

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

Just what we needed!

Seven women stayed for “girl’s weekend “. The house was spacious and comfortable, the views were spectacular, and the host was friendly and welcoming. Great memories were made!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melissa K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Overall had an enjoyable trip

Let me start off by saying I had a great girls trip with my friend but we were sadly disappointed with things about the house. First I’m from Texas and what attracted me to this house was the fireplace (I do not like to be cold) I thought it would be great to get cozy in front of the fireplace. In the description of the home it only states that there’s a fireplace not that it was gas or wood burning, so we brought firewood for it only to find out it’s a gas fireplace and that the gas isn’t on till December. Great disappointment! No pride was taken in the cleaning of the home, dust everywhere, small bugs in the corners of the kitchen, the kitchen floor was sticky, the dining table had leftover crumbs and something sticky on it and hair in the master shower. The check in process was easy but when she texts you the check in process she doesn’t mention that there is further instructions on the fridge for checking in. One of the big items on the list that you find on the fridge is that you have to turn on the hot water heater, I thought it had the same instructions that she texted me so I didn’t think I needed to read it. Also wasn’t thrilled with the long list of must do’s upon checking out on top of an early check out time (don’t worry though if your not out at exactly 10 because you are trying to do said list you will receive a text reminding you of the check out time). On a positive note the location is great, the kitchen is well stocked although no organization to it, communication with property manager was good, very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet Grondin

No Worries Vacay

We had everything we needed at this lakeside getaway. The host was very attentive and all the comforts of home present. We enjoyed the fall colors while hiking at Lake Marl and on our day trips to Sault St Marie and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discovered the Little Boots restaurant and would drive back from Virginia to eat there again...great home cooking and lovely staff.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Madeline S.

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

Awesome screened in porch! Bring your own water toys!

Relaxing weekend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful home, great lakefront view. Morning sunrise with coffee paradise. Highly recommend. Definitely planning a return trip
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

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

Nice place to stay

Nice place to stay and plenty of beds for a large group. It was clean, the living room, dinning room and kitchen had a nice open layout. We stayed in the middle of winter but I’m sure it’s even better in the summer being right on the lake. Andy S.