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Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Dining
Nestled by a serene lake, this cozy cottage offers breathtaking views to savor while relaxing around the fire pit. Enjoy your morning coffee on the deck or sitting on the dock, then indulge in activities like ice fishing and skiing nearby. With plenty of parking and 2 baths, it's an ideal retreat for families with 3 queen beds and 2 twin beds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

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
  • Living room

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 13,993 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

Pets not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Houghton Lake Heights Cottage Right on the Water!!

About the area

Map
Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Heights Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Brian's Lakeside Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Quest Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Snow Snake Ski and Golf - 26 min drive - 51.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Northshore Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Houghton Lake, Heights Marina and Brian's Lakeside Marina. Roscommon Township Hall and Quest Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Houghton Lake Heights cottage right on the water!! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

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

PERFECT - Just what you’re looking for!

Let me start off my saying... this place is beautiful!!! You simply will not be disappointed. If you don’t want to read this long, great, helpful review. Read no more & know that this place was PERFECT! Chris and Sue were amazing to work with. Let me also note, their neighbor is wonderful!!!! She was so helpful with parking and things to do (although you don’t need anything other than the lake and great company). On to the property.. The house is great. Sleeps tons of people! They have blankets, extra beds/mattresses for you and 2 couches that pull out into a bed! Chris and Sue were so accommodating to our group. I mentioned it’s a bachelorette weekend (not a rowdy bunch) for my sister to simply enjoy the water and each other and without hesitation, they said absolutely! And also said we could put a tent out if needed (but little did I know.. we definitely didn’t need it). 10 of us slept comfortably in that house. They also had yard games for us to use!!!! Huge huge bonus! They had chairs and a bonfire which made for a great night. One thing to note with a big group, be sure to bring lots of coolers with you. The fridge space is filled quickly when you bring pre made containers (not a big deal at all). Also note: try to carpool as there is a parking ordinance and you must be off the street at night. We brought a ton of floaties and kayaks/paddle boards and enjoyed the beautiful water that is literally right there and so shallow for quite a ways!! I really cannot say enough good things about this house, the location and how great the owners treated us. We will absolutely be back!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S., Clio, MI

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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