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Porch + Views: Waterfront Home on Houghton Lake!

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Houghton Lake Vacation Rental | 4BR | 3BA | 2,096 Sq Ft | 2 Steps Required
Game Room
Screened Porch | Lake Views | 7 Mi to Higgins Lake Trailhead
On-Site Lake Access | Seasonal Private Dock
Exterior | Parking | Driveway (4 Vehicles) | Boat/Trailer Parking

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Loft)

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

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
- Electric fireplace
- Dart Board

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
- 3 Coffee Bars

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 --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- 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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About the area

Houghton Lake

Located in Houghton Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Fox Golf Club and Lapham's Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area and South Higgins Lake State Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
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Houghton Lake, MI

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 - 11.2 km
  • Au Sable River - 26 min drive - 46.5 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 29 min drive - 53.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Place - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Great stay!

We loved it here! When we arrived we found fresh flowers and Valentine's candy, which was completely unexpected and just made the trip feel extra special. Aly and Georgia were very friendly and easy to communicate with. The place was spotless and the beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed relaxing on the couch and looking out at the beautiful frozen lake. It's located close to the X-country ski headquarters which was a big plus for us. We would definitely return.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2026
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and found everything to be clean and welcoming. You were wonderful guests and we'd love to have you stay with us again.
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10/10 Excellent

Tracie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Georgia was wonderful to communicate with. There was an issue with 2 bedrooms being warm but worked out great . We were worried we had the heat adjusted improperly. Thank you for a very nice home
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us. I’m glad the fans and A/C unit provided some circulation for that unseasonable pop of warm air. We would love to host you again in Houghton Lake!
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