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Porch + Views: Waterfront Home on Houghton Lake!

Houghton Lake vacation home with kitchen

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TV, books
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Interior
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Outdoor dining

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Markey Township Hall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Houghton Lake

On lake.Stay at this Houghton Lake vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Houghton Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Markey Township Hall. Also, The Fox Golf Club is within 2 miles (3 km) and Markey Park is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Markey Township Hall - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Au Sable River - 25 min drive - 47.3 km
  • The Nightmare Golf Course - 38 min drive - 46.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Little Boots Country Diner - ‬20 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.

Porch + Views: Waterfront Home on Houghton Lake!

Great Location for Snowmobiling | Seasonal Private Dock | < 1/2 Mi to Boat Ramp

Enjoy the best of Up North living at this Houghton Lake vacation rental! This waterfront 4-bedroom, 3-bath house includes a bunk room and offers the perfect escape for you and your crew, no matter the season. After days spent ice fishing, boating, or exploring nearby ORV trails, return home to relax and enjoy some time stargazing by the fire. Your Michigan adventure is just a click away — secure your dates today!

-- THE PROPERTY --

STR-2025-52

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3 (Loft): 1 king bed, 2 twin beds
- Bedroom 4: 2 full bunk beds
- Additional Sleeping: 1 Pack 'n Play

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV w/ Roku & cable
- Reclining sectional
- Dining table, toddler dining set, high chair
- Board games & books
- Natural lighting, heated bathroom floors
- Sound machines in each bedroom
- Lamps w/ USB-A & USB-C charging ports, mini power strips
- Bunkroom w/ kitchenette, pool table & large TV

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private dock (available in summer)
- Kayaks, outdoor games
- Screened porch w/ lake view, dining set
- Deck w/ bench seating, gas grill
- Furnished balcony
- Yard w/ wood-burning fire pit
- Picnic table, 3-person porch swing next to tree

FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher
- Dual Keurig/drip coffee maker (starter coffee provided)
- Toaster, blender, crock pot, air fryer
- Cooking basics, spices
- Dishware & flatware, children's dishware

GENERAL
- Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi
- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent
- Iron/board, trash bags/paper towels
- Towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Central heating, mini-split & window A/C units, ceiling fans

FAQ
- Quiet hours (after 10:00 PM)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story house, 2 steps required to enter
- 2 bedrooms & bathrooms on 1st floor

PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)
- Boat/trailer parking allowed

-- THE LOCATION --

- Houghton Lake access on-site
- Ice fishing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing & snowshoeing nearby
- 7 miles to Higgins Lake Trailhead: ATV/ORV/snowmobile trail
- 0.3 miles to boat ramp
- 1 mile to Four Seasons General Store & Ice Cream Shop
- 2 miles to the Fox golf course, 12 miles to Pineview Highlands Golf Course
- 4 miles to Houghton Lake State Forest Park
- 9 miles to Pirate's Cove Adventure Mini Golf
- 12 miles to Tip Up Town (also accessible via snowmobile)
- 51 miles to Gaylord: downhill skiing
- 67 miles to Traverse City: Cherry Festival, wine tasting
- 72 miles to Cherry Capital Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed (strictly enforced due to homeowner allergies)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This multi-level house requires using 2 steps to enter; 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom are located on the 1st floor
- Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayaking 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

  • Unit size: 2,096 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 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
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 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. 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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