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Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan

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The Old Trail Chalet
Interior
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12290.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South Higgins Lake State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom #5

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan

Don't gamble with the precious few days of your vacation time! Book The Old Trail Chalet and enjoy peace of mind knowing that you have found luxury, serenity and convenience right here, in this newer, 3120 sqft. lakefront home. This property is among the top large vacation rental homes available in Houghton Lake, Mi. The lake is Michigan's largest inland lake at over 22,000 acres of world class fishing and activities. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths there's enough room to accommodate 12 guests in beds. This wonderful residence is a fantastic size and layout for multiple families or large group of friends escaping to Michigan's amazing Up-North. The moment you arrive you'll immediately feel at ease in this tranquil setting. The house is situated on a very quiet, low traffic street. You'll enjoy plenty of peace and privacy here. Inside, vaulted ceilings, beautiful heated hardwood and ceramic floors and cozy furnishings give the home its unique charm, which creates a terrific environment for your lakefront vacation. Gather on the comfy couches or belly up to the bar and let the fishing tails of "how the big one got away" begin. Inspired architecture and well appointed furnishings make this jaw-dropping home the perfect blend of comfortable and stunning. The floor to ceiling Southern exposure with 180 degree views of the East bay make unforgettable sunsets and sunrises! Each bedroom has amazing views of the lake. This luxury estate captures the year round relaxation and recreational activities of the Houghton Lake community. Outdoor adventures begin just outside the door as there is something here for everyone. After a thrilling day on the lake, come home to refuel with a meal prepared in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with all the necessary appliances and cooking tools. The expansive stamped concrete patio will serve as the ideal place to spend warm evenings barbecuing on the gas grill, socializing with your companions, or simply relaxing while you admire the picturesque shoreline views. On those brisk winter nights, retreat indoors and curl up by the toasty fireplace and radiant in-floor heat. When you're finally ready to call it a night, you'll be happy to retire to one of the inviting bedrooms to rest up for another adventure filled day.

The Location...
Reap the benefits of staying in a beautiful lakefront chalet cottage. Located on the pristine East bay with sunsets to warm your heart and put a smile on anyones face. Our home is centrally located and is less than 15 minuets from all of Houghton Lakes hot spots. Just down the street you can rent anything from pontoons and jet skis to snowmobiles, ATV’s and ice fishing shanty's. Nearby trail heads connect you to thousands of miles of ATV, snowmobile, X-country skiing, Hiking and Biking trails. These trails will take you through Michigans magnificent State and National forests, where large and small game hunting rein supreme. Guided private-land hunting and charter fishing are available.

About The Owners...
Houghton Lake is truly rejuvenating. We met in the area and have "Honeymooned" there many times over the years. Being drawn to the Lake most of all for it's tranquility and beauty. We want to share our home with those who appreciate serenity and nature's beauty, family time and outdoor activities. We can assure all guests that if you're not completely satisfied, we are not satisfied. We will do everything possible to ensure your complete satisfaction. Our home which we dearly love and visit often, is managed by us personally and we have a great local housekeeper and caretaker. If for any reason you are not satisfied, please let us know and we can assure you the management team will bend over backwards 24/7 to make sure your issues no matter how big or small are taken care of for you.

Why the Owners Chose Houghton Lake...
We purchased The Old Trail Chalet primarily because of her spectacular views! We feel it's the perfect home for entertaining large families and gatherings with spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the lake. Followed by breathtaking views of the moon and stars in the clear, clean Up-North air. The Old Trail Chalet is far beyond and ahead of its competition where it really counts! Creating lasting and unforgettable memories from the best Houghton Lake has to offer. We look forward to hearing from you with the dates you wish to book. It's never to early to book, inquire about your dates now.

Worth Mentioning...
- Five Bedroom, Four and a half baths, 3120 square feet.
- Luxury hotel quality linens and towels are provided.
- 85 feet of lake frontage
- Professionally decorated by Lakeview Interiors
- Our home doesn't have central air which isn't usually a problem because of the nice breeze coming off the lake. Each bedroom does have a state of the art, standalone air conditioner for those who prefer it a little cooler.
- Two refrigerators & one chest freezer.
- Four person paddle boat & a two person kayak included.
- Effortless keyless check-in and out. We make it easy to stay with us. Drive straight to the home and access it with your own personal lock code.
- ATTENTION SUMMER 2025 GUESTS. During the summer months there is a six night minimum. Sunday check-in, Saturday check-out.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Party may not exceed 15 guests
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Don't forget your pillows!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
See Rental Agreement and House Rules
Due to covid PILLOWS will no longer be provided.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site
Note from host: Party may not exceed 15 guests
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 holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Lapham's Marina and White Deer Country Club 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 Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • The Nightmare Golf Course - 28 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Au Sable River - 30 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 34 min drive - 62.3 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Place - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Frog Tiki bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan ?

As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan on 21 Apr 2026 start from AU$659, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan located?

Situated in Houghton Lake, this golf holiday home is steps from Houghton Lake and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Markey Park. Denton Township Park and Lapham's Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

lerae g.

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

Family vacation

Location was amazing, the home was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Great Place to Stay!

Easy to work with the owners who tried to accommodate whatever was needed. The house has a quiet location on the lake with a great view. Plenty of room inside to spread out. Perhaps the most well stocked house we have ever stayed in. The entire area is very laid back and makes for a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the property matched the description. It was great to have a large enough space for 9, and having an accessible master bedroom on the main floor was perfect for the grandparents.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home with lots of space for our family. Great back yard and beach on the lake. Shallow water off beach for young kids to play. Home had everything we needed for our stay. nice bonus of 2 kayaks and a paddle boat to use on the lake. good fishing 20 yards it the lake. highly recommend this home for a family vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorraine G.

Very nice house , very well equipped for our large group of people

Very nice house would recommend it , owner was very helpful and informative hope to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfectly suited for our three-generation family stay. Being right on the water was nice and having a yard to enjoy was a valuable benefit. The house was outfitted nicely and the kitchen area made meal preparation effortless. The family great room was very spacious. Dining area could use more capacity, but weather allowed us to utilize outside dining option. Beds and bedding were comfortable, especially the master. Parking was plentiful but tricky depending on who needed to get out, when. All in all, it was an excellent stay. Would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

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

Great place for a family get away

Plenty of space to spread out, there were 11 of us and it still felt huge. Plenty of parking, great swimming, and extremely well stocked house (housewares, dishes, towels, paper goods, spices, etc). Would definitely rent there again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander G.

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

Great location

Every thing was as we expected
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

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

Great property!

We had a great experience working with the owners to arrange for an earlier check in. The property was exactly as stated on the listing. Plenty of room for our group of 12 and kitchen was just what we needed to cook up breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Ice Camp

Great place for a large group. Owner was great with communication and everything was exactly as stated. Already looking to book again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

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

Great Family Vacation

The house and grounds were beautiful.. We were right on the lake and although it was too cold to swim we got to watch the water and waves. The house was elegantly furnished with fine quality bedding and towels. The kitchen had everything we could want. Most of all, the owners were very responsive to any requests we had. I would highly recommend this house for a summer vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

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

Bedrooms Galore

This property was perfect for families- especially traveling with preteen/teenage kids. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom. Property was extremely clean and well maintained. Kitchen was very well stocked. We prepared a Thanksgiving meal and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy k.

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

Fantastic

What a great trip! This house was one of the best places I’ve booked on Vrbo. The home had everything you needed for your stay. The host was very quick to respond and accommodating. The home had plenty of space with 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths. Close to shopping, bars and restaurants. I highly recommend 🤗
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

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

This place is PERFECT!

This place has everything, plus more! It was perfect for a week long vacation with our family of 9. It’s exactly as listed. The kitchen is well equipped with anything you could possibly need, including spices, paper products & cleaning supplies. It has all the laundry supplies, toilet paper, Kleenex and paper towel you’ll need while there. The owners are wonderful and very responsive if you have any questions. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay on Houghton Lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

A Little Piece of Heaven

Our week stay was so enjoyable with our family at this special place. It was way beyond our expectations.(10 stars). The house is beautiful and a lot of space so everyone - sons, spouses, and grandkids didn't feel crowded. The grounds and neighborhood is well kept and sooo quiet and peaceful. Matt and Kathy were awesome as our hosts. Matt was so kind with making sure everything was perfect. We definitely will go back - and we can't wait ! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

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

Abolutely Perfect!

This property was everything and more. From the first look and through checkout. Super clean, fully stocked, even a little in the fridge. Communication with the owners was at a level I've never experienced before. The trip was a success and we even had some ice time. 5 Stars isnt enough. Hope to see how much fun the lake is in the summer. Thank you Matt and Kathy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

AMAZING Lake house

I dont know where to begin. This house was everything and more than we could have asked for. The house was so open and roomy. There was 12 of us staying there and had company coming and going with as many as 20+ people there at once. Never once did we feel we were short on space. They had everything you could imagine available in the kitchen..we cooked some amazing meals. We had our boats there, everyone played in the water. My husband and I walked halfway across the lake before it got deep. The kayak and pedal boat were so much fun and quite the workout we also had 2 paddle boards. Cant tell you how many games of corn hole were played, ladder golf, bocces ball. So many games of cribbage was played. The campfires in the evenings with smores were amazing. Our family made so many GREAT memories this week. It has been so many years since all the family has been together in one place for more than just a couple hours. The only thing i can say we didnt care for was the brisk/cold walk through the water at 6 AM to the mooring ball to get the boat. We will definitely return. Matt was always available if i had a question. He was so easy to work with. Thank you so much for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Fabulous Family Vacation

Our family of 10 adults and one child stayed at this beautiful property for a week. The house layout is perfect for a large family. There were enough beds for everyone and everyone said their beds were comfortable. The bedrooms were quiet (I could not hear others when they were up). There is a nice breeze that blew thru the house this week, keeping everyone comfortable, we did use the A/C units the first night, when it was warmer. The kitchen is amazingly stocked with everything we needed and the pots and pans were in great condition (not always the case in other VRBOs). Plenty of refrigerator/freezer space with the two in the garage. We appreciated all the towels you provide. The yard was perfect for yard games (we gave your corn hole game a lot of use) and it was enough space for the 2 1/2 y/o to play. The beach is not sandy for children to play and it is rocky for the first 10 feet (water shoes were very helpful). After the first 10 feet the sand is soft and the water was clean and warm. We spent quite a bit of time in the water. We rented a pontoon boat for the week, the men used it for fishing and we took advantage of one of the restaurants on the lake and took the pontoon to that, so much fun. We all enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat, even the toddler thought they were fun to go for rides in. I can not say one negative thing about our stay. Matt was an awesome host, very quick to respond to my texts/calls. I would highly recommend & hope to return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri B.

Adult Couples Getaway Weekend

The house was clean, very well appointed and was well suited to our group of five couples. This was to be a fishing weekend for the guys and relaxing weekend for the girls, however as Michigan Winter/Springs go you can never be quite sure. We did find safe ice and did find some fish also. The girls did find the relaxing to their satisfaction. The owner has pretty much thought of everything you will need to make your stay an enjoyable and memorable stay. From a well stocked kitchen, including blender, coffee maker, electric griddle, fridge with ice maker and so on, we tried everything and were very satisfied. He even has a box of misc. items in the master bedroom storeroom with items you may need but may have forgotten, sunscreen, band aides even a USB charger if you forgot that. There are plenty of nice towels for each of the bathroom and plenty of hot water, no cold showers amongst the group. One note: the master bedroom and bathroom do not appear to have any direct heat source other than the heat which comes in from the main house. This was not a problem for us as we have a couple that prefers cooler temps. But the room does have infrared space heaters in the bedroom and bathroom, we used the one in the bathroom and it heated it up nicely in there. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, Matt was great to work with, always getting back to our requests or questions in a short time. He did his best to make sure we had a great getaway. We will definitely be coming back for another visit hopefully mother nature will work as hard as Matt to make sure our time there is memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

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

Great Girlfriends Getaway

This beautiful home was perfect for our annual girls trip! We we’re pleased with the amenities, bedrooms and especially the 4 1/2 bathrooms. The place was spotlessly clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and Matt was the perfect host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

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

Perfect for families of all ages

The home was as beautiful inside and out as was shown in the pictures. The house was equipped with everything we needed for our stay and was the cleanest home we have rented. The views of the lake were gorgeous especially at sunset. Matt responded to any of our questions in a very timely manner. The check in process was very easy. We would definitely come back with our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan F.

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

Great Family Getaway

This property was beautiful and well maintained. The owner supplied so. many amenities. Our family ages ranged from 2-60 and we had a wonderful time. We would absolutely stay here again. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan S.

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

Winter retreat

Beautiful house, perfect location, and great communication from the owner. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

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

Better than a hotel for 4 professionals!

We needed to be in the area for the week due to a business trip. This property was much more cozy and welcoming than getting separate rooms at a hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert B.

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

Great space to entertain!

Loved the space and the room for multiple couple's. The view of the lake was very relaxing and the kitchen provided ample room for cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Matt Perron

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Attention Summer 2025 guests. During the summer months there is a six night minimum. Sunday check-in, Saturday check-out.

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