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Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake!

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Houghton Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Quest Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬

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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.

Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake!

This cute little cabin is perfect for an overnight stay or extended vacation and cheaper than the hotels in town. It has a loft bedroom upstairs with a queen bed overlooking the living room. The second bedroom has a bunk bed with a double bunk on the bottom and a single bunk on the top. There is a double bed in the pull out couch in the living room if you need extra sleeping spaces.

The bathroom has just been redone with a spacious shower to wind down after those long days on the trails and Lake. There is a lighted deck out back with a 6 person table and two zero gravity chairs to relax and enjoy some drinks or BBQ on with the family along with a fire pit for night time entertainment during the summer and fall.

There is lake access with a beach with bathrooms and a fishing pier at the Lakeview park at the end of the neighborhood/road. It's about a 5 min. walk or less than a 30 second drive. There are three marinas (Lyman's, Brians, and Heights marina) with pontoon and boat rentals within a two minute drive and a few more within 10 minutes and the DNR boat launch is a mile down the road. The home is also within a 30 second drive of Lakeland recreation with go karts, batting cages, putt putt, and other games. The home is also only a 15 minute drive from the famous and beautiful south Higgins Lake state park as well as only a 20 minute drive to a canoe, kayak, and tubing livery on the Ausable (Campbell's canoes). The home is also within minutes of many restaurants and golf courses.

The kitchen is small, so there is only a spot for two people to eat although there is a six person table on the deck as well during the summer and fall as TV trays provided for the living room.

Amenities include propane grill, coffee maker, stocked kitchen, six person outdoor table, fire pit, air conditioning upstairs and downstairs, washer and dryer, Netflix, Amazon prime TV, as well as network and streaming channels with my Uverse account in the living room, but hey; you're here to enjoy the outdoors, not watch TV. Linens and Bathroom towels are provided.

There is access to the lake at the end of the neighborhood during the winter months for your snowmobile and UTV and within 5 minutes of the trailheads.

*The home is sanitized and deep cleaned after every stay *
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Houghton Lake. Laundry facilities are available. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 6 minutes on foot from Houghton Lake and a 2-minute drive from Heights Marina
As a guest of Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake!, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

James Grennay

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Cute Cabin
Cute Cabin Ready for Summer Fun!
Perfect For Hunters, Trail Riders, And Winter Fun! Houghton Lake

Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny K.

Liked: Cleanliness

When you just need a cabin in the woods, and you end up in a house, as if it were your own.

This property was exactly as described! I was looking for a fair priced location for one; and this was it! If you are looking to have up to 6 stay- it may feel cramped….. but you will absolutely get your moneys worth, and more! It was perfect for myself. All I wanted was a place to sleep after exploring the area, and a place to cook a steak near a bonfire. The fenced enclosure of the property, gave me the solitude I was looking for. Inside provided everything I needed- if I had chosen to show up with nothing more than a backpack. My trip was perfect, and this location was a big reason! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cottage

We had a relaxing getaway at this cozy cottage and it had everything we needed for a few days stay. Communication with the owner, James, was impeccable and without delays! We simply enjoyed our downtime from work and some shopping in a few small towns within a 1/2 hr drive. Thank you, James and Piper, for sharing your comfy, cozy cottage with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter stay

Fantastic little cabin for a small group. Close to bars,bait shops,restaurants, big and small grocery stores. Excellent communication with owner will stay again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely peaceful stay

Had a wonderful stay at this lovely little cottage. My husband and I were looking for a quiet getaway and this suited perfectly. Loved that the neighborhood is respectful of others and not noisy, at least during the off-season time we were here. Also very close (walking distance) to the community church. The cottage itself was just as pictured. Small and cozy, with all the essentials provided. Bedding, towels, the kitchen was well stocked with everything you need for cooking. Each time I thought “oh no, I wonder if they’ll have …” and checked the cupboards, I found what I needed! Can opener, strainer, cutting board, even a pizza cutter. I can’t speak to what it’s like in summer or full-on winter, but for early December, this is the cabin if you want a quiet, relaxing vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

You’ve gotta see the photograph in the bathroom…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cottage

Perfect place for a couple of bass fisherman up for a tournament.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Getaway

Cute and cozy cabin was perfect for a long weekend of relaxation. It was convenient to everything in Houghton Lake. We got to spend quality time with family and had the perfect landing spot between our time at the lake and riding go-carts. These hosts thought of everything! All we needed was food. We played Uno and Cornhole and had a couple of campfires. Even got to see movies that we hadn't had a chance to enjoy yet. My grandparents had a cabin nearby for years and this trip reminded me of my summers with them. I hope our grandson will cherish the memories we made with him just as much.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the cottage

Stayed for 4 days in July. The place is very cute. Neat, clean and beds are comfortable. I am fussy about beds because I have had neck surgery. I would recommend this cottage! Close to restaurants and activities around Houghton area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little house

We loved this house. The best part about is the owners thought of everything. The kitchen had every thing you might need: cookware, paper products, great selection of spices, condiments, etc. The fenced in back yard suited us perfect. We loved that there were hammocks, corn hole and very comfortable yard furniture. We spent so much time outside. Oh, and we loved the shower :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place and Host

Great stay and getaway. Close to everything to enjoy a lake getaway!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

VaLinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice

Was very nice and relaxing. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Curtis Family

We had a great time and will recommend this place to our friends. I most appreciate the host honors veterans. The cabin was well decorated with plenty of supplies. Tom
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Could not ask for anything more...

Immensely enjoyed my stay, communication with owner was stellar, generosity was immense and my enjoyment was limitless !! In other words...if at all possible, I WILL be back !!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Alyson M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little cabin

It’s such a cute house, super close to the lake. Really enjoyed a quiet weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Place!!

Very quiet neighborhood, private yard& just a great time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot with everything you need

The place was perfect. We absolutely loved the taxidermy in the living room. Would definitely return. Perfect for 2 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage had everything we needed. The host was very congenital and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant stay

Very comfortable stay. Close to beach area and lay area for kids .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We drove up to Michigan for a family vacation. The cabin was in the perfect location. It is close to both big lakes and a reasonable distance to different attractions up north. I would definitely recommend it, and hope to be able to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

Cute & clean little place, but unfortunately we didn't stay because the well went out on our way up there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely perfect

We had the best time at this little cottage. It was clean, comfortable, and absolutely perfect for our family of four. The owner was a gem, and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Great stay for a quick weekend with my daughters and bestie! Clean cabin and quick response from owner when we locked ourselves out…our oops! Kind and helpful owners- great experience overall! Thank you! ✨
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short weekend getaway

Property was as described and close to the wedding venue that we attended making it a perfect place for us to stay in lieu of a hotel. Would stay again when visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022