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Welcome to Trail's End Cottage located on Houghton Lake!

Welcome to Trail's End Cottage located on Houghton Lake!

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Front of the cottage  that faces the lake
Back of the cottage that faces the road.
Outdoor dining
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Entrance of the cottage

Overview of Welcome to Trail's End Cottage located on Houghton Lake!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Popular LocationHoughton Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPineview Highlands Golf Course14 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouth Higgins Lake State Park17 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)90 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Trail's End Cottage located on Houghton Lake!

This 2200 sq ft cottage sits on Old Trail Dr, one of the most coveted streets on Houghton Lake! Newly remodled options include new furnace system, new central air new 200amp electrical service to enhance your stay. Additional upgrades include new mattresses, bedding, towels! Very new and clean!, Tastefully done in knotty pine and cozy "Up North" decor with plenty of space to spread out and feel comfortable! Separate Game room with poker table, TV/DVD with ROKU, and refrigerator! TV/DVD (many new) in every room for the kids and adults alike! Brand new 50" 4k TV in living room with premium cable and hi speed internet! Every room has been tastefully redone with new bedding and furniture! The details: you see the pics of THE BEACH! You'll think you're at the ocean enjoying the sun with the sand in your toes while the kids make sandcastles and swim in the warm, shallow sandy bottom water. Later in the day, the stress will melt away as you watch the sunset from one of the Adirondack chairs while the kids roast marshmallows in the fire pit! What are you waiting for? this property has it all! Speaking of it, did we mention that this is the largest inland lake in Michigan? If you enjoy fishing you're at the right spot! Walleye, Perch, Crappie, Pike, Bluegill, Rock Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Largemouth. If you're into boating, we have a boat you can rent for an additional fee. Or there are boat rentals nearby and the public boat launch is less than 1 mile away! We have a mooring anchor to keep your vessel secure. Everything you could need is provided in this updated lakefront home! Other FREE AMENITIES include: Washer and dryer, 1 StandUP Paddle Board, Kayaks, Bikes , 1 Gas Grill, 1 Charcoal Grills, free firewood for lakefront fire pit, New TV's/DVD's, New furniture, New bedding, Beach Towels, New kitchen, fully stocked with everything you need and more! Also, a regular coffee pot.
4 separate bedrooms -- 5 beds (3 queen, 2 full, twin bunk beds).
This area of the lake is pristine and very relaxing. The street is almost private with very little traffic allowing you to ride bikes and walk without many cars around. Plenty of parking for everyone. The neighbors are awesome and the distance between lots is very adequate. All sports lake; fishing and snowmobiling on lake. GREAT VIEW of the lake with 85 foot of frontage overlooking the east bay. True lakefront!!! Open Year round. Walk out about 400' on 2 1/2 ft deep of sandy bottom water. Very warm clean and clear water. Cement gently sloping seawall, 70’ dock with ladder to water for swimming. *Plus we have plenty of parking room for multiple cars and trailers if you bring your own boat or wave runners!!
Go-carts/video arcades/'fun center' with roller coaster/ferris wheel etc. rides, putt-putt golfing, movie theaters, and ice cream nearby. Fun knick knack shops for several miles on m-55. Lots of Native American arts and crafts shops. One and half hours to Mackinaw Bridge and shopping - visit historic Fort Michilimackinac! Gaylord (golf Mecca) 1hour away, Silver Lake sand dunes 1 1/2 hours away, Sleeping Bear sand dunes 1 1/2 hours away, Traverse City (blue angels fly show, cherry festival, wine tasting, shops, and fun!) 1 1/2 hours away, Race car track- 20 to 30 races per night- very exciting!! 18 miles away (Merritt speedway), Boyne Mt. ski lodge 1 hour away, Mt. Pleasant and Soaring Eagle Casino, Central Michigan Football ' Fire Up Chips' 1 hour away. Great power sledding in winter 30 mins away (don't have to walk up hills- get pulled up). Fall Hunting season. Winter fun for tip-up-town, snowmobiling and sledding. Keywords: House, Cabin, Cottage, Lodge.

Property manager

Julie Duffy
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Contact owner. Additional deposit and cleaning fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Houghton Lake

Located in Houghton Lake, this vacation home is on a lake. White Deer Country Club and Pineview Highlands Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Higgins Lake State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest.
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Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 14 min drive
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 17 min drive
  • Quest Golf Club - 22 min drive
  • Lake Saint Helen - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Back Door Saloon - 16 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 11 min drive
  • Buccilli's Pizza - 11 min drive
  • Shaker's Restaurant - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Trail's End Cottage located on Houghton Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., Oxford, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Xmas At Trail's End Cottage
My family has been renting this house for the past 4 years as a centrally located place to gather for the holidays. It is the perfect place for our get-together. The house is well maintained and very clean. We're already looking forward to next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Dearborn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay in Houghton Lake
My family and I stayed for a long weekend in October. This house is very clean. The location right on the water is beautiful. The owner was very responsive and kind. We hope to stay again soon! Do not hesitate to book.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time at the Lodge
We had a wonderful long family weekend and really enjoyed the cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
A great location for our family. Enjoyed spending a lot time on the lake. The house has a great layout for a larger group and was so clean and organized.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
EXCELLENT
Beautiful place on Houghton Lake. Very clean and spacious for our family of 14 (6 adults - 8 grandkids) They thought of everything. Very empresses Thanks for all the memories ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julie Duffy

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Languages:

English

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