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

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Consider a stay at Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake! and take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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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 a dartboard in the backyard.

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 *

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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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

About the area

Located in Houghton Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. Heights Marina 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 Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating. Visit our Houghton Lake travel guide
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Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Heights Marina
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course
    3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Snow Snake Ski and Golf
    24 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Au Sable River
    26 min drive - 54.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Arby's
    5 min drive
  • MJ's Eatery
    4 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cute and cozy cabin with fenced private yard! Close to everything and the lake! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Houghton Lake and Heights Marina. Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kayla Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hosts! The amenities provided beat most other locations we had considered and the beds challenge some hotels. They checked in with prior to our stay and checked in with us prior to leaving. Highly recommend! We will use this location again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendi L.

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

Perfect atay!

Very neat and well organized. Accommodations were excellent and i highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Pleasant stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

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

Great little cottage

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

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

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

8/10 Good

Alyson M.

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

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

8/10 Good

Lisa J.

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

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

Carrie S.

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

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

Andrea C.

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

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

Lawrence T.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

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

Sydne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is so cute! The decor is all woodsy themed with bears and deer and fish. The backyard is amazing. Cute little fireplace, a hammock, totally fenced in yard, string lights, tiki torch, grill, patio set- the whole 9. Even darts and cornhole. Best part? The backyard is mostly under a huge tree- so even when it was sprinkling- we didn’t get wet. The kitchen is tiny, but it does the job. The mattress in the master is SO COMFORTABLE. The walk/drive to the beach and pier area is very short- the neighbors were quie. The stores, gas stations, bars, and restaurants were all very close in proximity. Every place up there is just quaint, cute, and exactly what we were looking for in a get away. The host was extremely responsive and helpful! I would definitely recommend this place!
Cute on the inside
Cute down to the details!
A very relaxing place to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

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

Perfecttly Located

Cottage was perfectly located near restaurants, Houghton Lake DNR State boat launch, and the cottage was only 12 minutes from the MI State Park and boat launch on Higgins Lake. The cottage's back yard was quiet, private and ample enough space for cooking, eating and campfires (campfire wood was included in the stay). We didn't have a need nor a want as this cozy cottage supplied everything you could think of. Overall, our stay was an enjoyable and comfortable one. A million thanks to our hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny K.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

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

Hope B.

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

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

Victoria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back to this adorable cottage
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful little cabin, perfect for a long weekend. Or, if you're lucky, a whole week.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recommend. Clean, close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

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

Katie S.

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

Great stay

Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade R.

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

Perfect little getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Fantastic Place!!

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

8/10 Good

Sharon Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very adorable cabin, only problem we had was the toilet plugged but james got help straight away. Wonderful stay lovely private yard. Not much of a beach you have yo go further a field. Highly recommend this beautiful cabin. Not for disabled though
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Cottage/canin

First vrbo, but for the price very nice, back yard with nice deck fire pit, dart board and Cornhole.Very pleased
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025