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Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Patio: Walk to Waterfront
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Reviews
8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Houghton Lake Cottage w/ Patio: Walk to Waterfront
Discover four seasons of fun at this 2-bedroom, 1-bath Houghton Lake vacation rental! Nestled steps away from the lake, 'The Mitten House' is perfect for swimming, fishing, and boating in the warmer months. Winter transforms the area into a snowy wonderland — snowmobile trails and snow tubing hills are plentiful nearby. After fun-filled days in the great outdoors, return to your cozy abode for a delicious dinner cooked on the gas grill and gather around a romantic fire on the patio. Book today!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Renovated in 2024 | Lake Access | Gas Grill (Propane Provided)
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
COTTAGE FEATURES: Patio w/ lake views & furniture, gas fire pit, 3 Smart TVs (55" & 32"), dining table, electric fireplace, board games, beach towels, wood floors, window blinds, modern fixtures
KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, Keurig & drip coffee makers (coffee provided), cooking basics, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, washer/dryer, furnace (dining room), portable heaters, portable A/C unit, fans, hair dryer, clothes hangers, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: 1 exterior security camera (outward facing)
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story cottage, step-free entry
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), street parking prohibited, garage unavailable to guests
-- THE LOCATION --
HOUGHTON LAKE (end of street): Swimming, boating, fishing, jet skiing, tubing
ON THE WATER: DNR Boat Launch Lakeview Park (0.5 miles), Heights Marina & Boat Rental (3 miles), Brian's Lakeside Marina & Boat Rental (4 miles), Bayview Marina (6 miles), Houghton Lake Marina & Power (9 miles), HLM Boat Rentals (9 miles)
WINTER WONDERLAND: Snowmobile trails (2 miles), Tisdale Triangle (20 miles), Snow Snake Ski & Golf (28 miles), Hanson Hills Recreation Area (32 miles), snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice fishing, ice skating
TEE TIMES: Pineview Highlands Golf Course (0.5 miles), White Deer Country Club (3 miles), The Quest Golf Course (4 miles), The Fox (12 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (69 miles), MBS International Airport (81 miles)
-- 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
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story cottage offers step-free entry
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera. This camera is located on the shed facing the driveway. The camera is outward facing and does not look into any interior spaces. It records both audio and video when activated by motion
-- THE PROPERTY --
Renovated in 2024 | Lake Access | Gas Grill (Propane Provided)
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
COTTAGE FEATURES: Patio w/ lake views & furniture, gas fire pit, 3 Smart TVs (55" & 32"), dining table, electric fireplace, board games, beach towels, wood floors, window blinds, modern fixtures
KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, Keurig & drip coffee makers (coffee provided), cooking basics, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, washer/dryer, furnace (dining room), portable heaters, portable A/C unit, fans, hair dryer, clothes hangers, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: 1 exterior security camera (outward facing)
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story cottage, step-free entry
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), street parking prohibited, garage unavailable to guests
-- THE LOCATION --
HOUGHTON LAKE (end of street): Swimming, boating, fishing, jet skiing, tubing
ON THE WATER: DNR Boat Launch Lakeview Park (0.5 miles), Heights Marina & Boat Rental (3 miles), Brian's Lakeside Marina & Boat Rental (4 miles), Bayview Marina (6 miles), Houghton Lake Marina & Power (9 miles), HLM Boat Rentals (9 miles)
WINTER WONDERLAND: Snowmobile trails (2 miles), Tisdale Triangle (20 miles), Snow Snake Ski & Golf (28 miles), Hanson Hills Recreation Area (32 miles), snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice fishing, ice skating
TEE TIMES: Pineview Highlands Golf Course (0.5 miles), White Deer Country Club (3 miles), The Quest Golf Course (4 miles), The Fox (12 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (69 miles), MBS International Airport (81 miles)
-- 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
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story cottage offers step-free entry
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera. This camera is located on the shed facing the driveway. The camera is outward facing and does not look into any interior spaces. It records both audio and video when activated by motion
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Houghton Lake
Houghton Lake is home to this cottage. Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Heights 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 Wildlife Research Area and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area.

Houghton Lake, MI
What's nearby
- Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Houghton Lake Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- South Higgins Lake State Park - 23 min drive - 25.9 km
- Au Sable River - 28 min drive - 57.9 km
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Arby's - 18 min walk
- MJ's Eatery - 6 min drive
- Little Boots Country Diner - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laurie Z.
19 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for Tip Up Town Festivities
Laurie Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good
Deanna
22 Aug 2024
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Deanna
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Vanessa N.
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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