Title: Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=123122103&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio ## Photo gallery for Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio (Houghton Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123130000/123122200/123122103/65b47495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Internet, bed sheets - Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio (Houghton Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123130000/123122200/123122103/1d37c8a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - Walk to Houghton Lake! 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Family Retreat w/ Patio provides amenities, such as a firepit and a playground. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 960 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio Quiet Neighborhood | Fireside Relaxation | 3 Mi to Pineview Highlands Golf Course | 200 Ft to Lake Access Discover the natural beauty of Northern Michigan from this inviting vacation rental in Houghton Lake with water access just down the street! Perfect for a memorable escape, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an outdoor space and easy access to town. Spend your days fishing for bass, or shred the slopes at Snow Snake Ski & Golf. Your getaway to the Great Lakes State awaits! \-- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS \- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed \- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed \- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds OUTDOOR LIVING \- Shed w/ electric heater, outdoor dining area \- Kids' kayaks & floaties \- Patio w/ seating & wood-burning fire pit \- Outdoor swing INDOOR LIVING \- Smart TVs w/ streaming, DVD player, movie library \- Dining table \- Gas fireplace \- Ceiling fans KITCHEN \- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave \- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware \- Pod coffee maker (starter coffee & tea provided) \- Toaster, electric can opener GENERAL \- Free WiFi (may be spotty) \- Central heating, window A/C unit \- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries \- Washer/dryer \- Hair dryer, hangers, trash bags/paper towels FAQ \- No dock access ACCESSIBILITY \- Single-story home, 4 steps to enter PARKING \- Driveway (3 vehicles) \- Boat parking allowed \- No street parking \-- THE LOCATION -- \- 200 ft to lake access (end of street, 2 houses down) for kayaking, pedal boating & swimming \- 0.2 miles Houghton Lake Heights Park: lake access, lake beach, boat ramp, pavilion & playground \- 0.3 miles to tavern & seasonal seafood restaurant \- 2 miles to R&J's Best Choice Market Place \- 2 miles to The Quest Golf Course & 3 miles to Pineview Highlands Golf Course \- 7 miles to Trestle Park \- 7 miles to Reedsburg Dam: fishing, swimming, hiking, kayaking \- 8 miles to Houghton Lake State Forest Park \- 15 miles to Marl Lake Trails \- 28 miles to Snow Snake Ski & Golf \- 66 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 \- No events, parties, or large gatherings \- Additional fees and taxes may apply \- Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION \- This single-story home requires 4 steps to enter \- Dock access at the lake is not available for guest use \- While the property offers free WiFi, the internet connection may be spotty in the area ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Kayaking 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 ### General - Unit size: 960 square feet ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22443/ce5bec17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Evergreen Resort Cadillac - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews £84 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=22443&PinnedHotelID=22443&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 11 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14700/14608/7fd22948.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Inn Cadillac Cadillac - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 553764 ## About the area Located in Houghton Lake Heights, this holiday home is near the beach. Brian's Lakeside Marina 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 Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area and Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking. [Visit our Houghton Lake Heights travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grayling-Houghton-Lake-Heights.dx553248635976473651) [View more Holiday homes in Houghton Lake Heights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Houghton-Lake-Heights-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248635976473651-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.32706%2C-84.76972&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7P9QeXVw4I5NQRVpelBhxJ8w0Dg=) Houghton Lake, MI ### What's nearby - Houghton Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Heights Marina 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Brian's Lakeside Marina 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Quest Golf Club 3 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Au Sable River 24 min drive \- 31.8 miles ### Restaurants - McDonald's 9 min drive - McDonald's 3 min drive - Arby's 6 min drive - MJ's Eatery 16 min walk - Little Boots Country Diner 20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio? ### What time is check-in at Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio? ### What time is check-out at Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio? ### Where is Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walk to Houghton Lake! Family Retreat w/ Patio Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. 26 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent stay and host. Probably the nicest VRBO I have stayed at for the cost. Everything was neat l as a pin and very clean and everything worked perfectly as it should.. It almost looked like all the fixtures and everything were brand new. Definitely recommend it and would stay there again. ##### John K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### brad b. 22 Feb 2026 ##### brad b. 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