Close to the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Prudenville vacation home, you'll find Denton Township Park and Houghton Lake. White Deer Country Club and Lake James are also within 3 miles (5 km).
beach near Denton Township Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
The Dream Golf Course - 23 min drive - 24.0 miles
Au Sable River - 33 min drive - 38.7 miles
Getting around
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 100 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
The backdoor saloon - 12 min drive
Taco Bell - 7 min drive
Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge - 14 min drive
Arby's - 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 Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard!
Settled just past the southern end of Houghton Lake is the town of Prudenville. Look no further than this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental for your next trip to Michigan! Bring your boat along and take advantage of the public dock about a mile from home or explore the area’s restaurants. Plus, you’ll be close to plenty of great spots for a day hike or ski trip in Michigan’s beautiful forests. Back at the house, get a game of ping pong started or settle in by the fire pit in the backyard.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Dog Friendly (Max 2) | Free WiFi | Central Location | Game Room
This Prudenville home is an amazing launching pad for adventurous friend groups booking a summer lake expedition or a winter ski trip.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Family Room: Sleeper Sofa
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, electric fireplace, DVD player, ping pong table, pool table, air hockey table, ceiling fans, dining table, board games OUTDOOR LIVING: Charcoal grill (charcoal not provided), fire pit (wood not provided), covered porch, yard, wooded views KITCHEN: Fully equipped, microwave, drip coffee maker, spices, cooking basics, dishware & flatware GENERAL: Complimentary toiletries, towels/linens, washer/dryer, central heating & A/C FAQ: Stairs required to access, single-story home, no fence around yard, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip, max 2 dogs), no towels or soap provided PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), boat/trailer parking allowed
-- THE LOCATION --
ON THE WATER: Beach w/ playground and picnic area (1.0 miles), Trestle Park (1.8 miles), Houghton Lake Boat Launch (6.1 miles), DNR Boat Launch Lakeview Park (6.3 miles), Heights Marina & Boat Rental (8.1 miles) OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: ATV trails, fishing (nearby), South Higgins Lake State Park (13.0 miles), Roscommon State Forest Area (17.0 miles), Ogemaw Nature Park (23.6 miles), Mason Tract Pathway (32.0 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (34.8 miles) WINTER ACTIVITIES: Tisdale Triangle Pathway (17.1 miles), Cross Country Ski Headquarters (17.3 miles), Skyline Ski Resort (28.2 miles), Snow Snake Ski & Golf (31.2 miles) DAY TRIPS: National Cherry Festival (80.1 miles), Traverse City (80.2 miles), Black Star Farms Old Mission (81.6 miles), Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (108 miles) MORE FUN: Nearby shopping, putt-putt golf AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (73.5 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 dogs) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs to access and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: This property may not be suitable for young children due to the unfenced yard area - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is on the garage facing the house and camera 2 is in the back of the house facing towards the yard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion - NOTE: Towels and soap are not provided. It is recommended guests provide their own
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
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,216 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
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: A maximum of 2 pets are 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, a security system, 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, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
466205
Frequently asked questions
How close is Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard! to the airport?
This vacation home is 75.2 mi (100-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home. Self parking is available for a fee.
Does Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard! have a pool?
Yes, there's a pool.
Does Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard! to downtown Prudenville?
This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Prudenville.
Houghton Lake Area Home w/ Fire Pit & Yard! Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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Very cute yard and a decent place to stay. My kids enjoyed playing pool and watching movies in the bonus room. Overall nice place. We also loved sitting on the deck with a cup of coffee in the morning. We'll be coming back.
kimberly s.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Dan H.
Oct 6, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The house was clean but it did smell like cats
Dan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Joanna
Aug 24, 2022
Disappointed
We so awaited to go and relax in this place, but unfortunately we got disappointed.
On our long way there we got informed by the owner that the dish washer does not work yet and there will be no grilling utensils. I was not eager to do the dishes on vacation. But this was only the beginning of the disappointment list. When we arrived and entered the burglary alarm went off despite punching in the correct code. We called the owner, she disarmed it, and could not answer the question when the dishwasher was going to be fixed.
In the dining room we found dirty dining chairs with wobbly back support.
The fridge was not cleaned and there were multiple open food items. We never ever found such things in a rental. The health hazard it creates in the time of COVID is pretty much self explanatory. At this point, lack of a water filter in the fridge to get some clean ice was pretty much minor. We did not want to take our chances with the water fountain filter under the sink, so we pretty much ended up buying gallons of water from the store.
The listed community pool was nowhere to be found. Last night our dog fell with whimper on the completely dark side stairs leading to the yard because the lamp on the side of the porch was disconnected. At the end the screen door locked on us and we were not be able to run the last check.
The fast working internet, some nice decor and good size yard could not make up for our overall impressions of staying in this mobile home.
It has a good potential, but as of now unfortunately we would not recommend it.