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Cottage on Lake Wifi Beach kayaks hammock tiki Pet
Pure Michigan experience starts with a tiny Paradise Lakefront Cottage plus extra bonus! The Love Shack! Huge beach private !crystal clear water!! Swimming sunbathing floating on the lake! Outsidefire pits on a beach the stars are gorgeous at night next to the gazebo with double bed!! outdoor tiki bar!! front porch with a picnic table! BBQ Grill got a big dock 3 feet by 30 bring your own boat jet ski the lake connect 5 different lakes it comes with free 4 kayaks! cruise around the Lakes!

Barn Studio Suite
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Once a barn for tack and hay, now a peaceful studio suite with all of the modern amenities, including a full bath, kitchen, and laundry. Play with goats or relax on the swing to watch cows & horses graze. Our animals are also pets and we welcome yours! Choose your adventure! Saddlewood Ranch is surrounded by trails, between 2 lakes (5 minutes), yet close to town and Camp Grayling. Whether you seek serenity or adventure, your get away awaits!

No Cleaning Fee / Lake Access / 2 Kayaks / 2 SUPS
Escape to our little sliver of paradise! This newly constructed 480 sf private suite is just steps away from an access to Log Lake. To help you unwind, 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 2 tubes for floating, and 2 basic sets of discs for disc golf are available for guests to use. The suite is also centrally located in Northern Michigan... only 30 min - 1 hr from Traverse City, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Gaylord, Grayling and Cadillac, making it the perfect home base for day trips to area attractions!

Iroquois Lakeview -steps from the lake!
Welcome to our cozy cottage just across the street from Houghton Lake! Enjoy the nicest street on the lake, with lake views from the living room, dining room/kitchen, & the additional family room. Enjoy a glass of wine watching sunset from the large front deck and Amish seating. Lake access is a block away. Small boats may launch there. ORV trailhead is very close (we ride to the trailhead from the cottage), plus snowmobile trails, and state land. Public boat launch under 3 miles away.

Up North/Lake Access/Kayaks/Campfire/Fish/WIFI
You'll LOVE this beautiful modern cabin! Steps away from Little Long Lake, with lake access given to all three lodges, owned by Jasper Pines. You'll enjoy a huge outdoor entertainment area with picnic table, firepit, cornhole, and darts. Everything you need to make your favorite tea, coffee and espresso drinks. Coffee grinder burr mill, too! Wanna Cook? Bake? You'll have everything in the kitchen at your fingertips. Park your ORV onsite! Kayaks included! Perfect for your romantic getaway!

The Love Shack❤️Cozy Cute 4 Seasons Getaway
Welcome to the Love Shack! Our cozy little cottage is perfect for your relaxing getaway. Use it as a launchpad for your local adventure or just relax & decompress Immediate vicinity: Spikehorn Restaurant, party store, park, playground, pickleball courts, walk to lake 5-10 min drive: South Higgins Lake State Park w/boat launch & dog beach; Houghton Lake DNR boat launch, Markey Park w/dog park, playground, disc golf, fitness track 15 min drive: Sullivan Beach, plenty of dining & shopping

Your outdoor activity dream home.
Nice ranch with Houghton Lake at the end of the street. Access to launch a small boat. DNR launch close by. Property is on Devonshire which is the access road for the ORV trails. Trails are 1/2 mile down the street. Large fenced in yard with fire pit, BBQ and swing set. Great for kids. Boating, trail riding, hunting or just relaxing this is it. Sheets and towels included. Well water. Please note we have security cameras to monitor outdoor house access. Our cleaning staff is top notch.

Rustic Log Cabin known as the Snowshoe Cabin
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place in the north woods. Cabin has 2 twin size beds in the loft and a full size bed on main floor. Includes Kitchen table and chairs and a kitchenette with a microwave, mini fridge, coffee maker, toaster and a crockpot. There is a bathhouse on site with hot showers and bathrooms. Close to ATV/Snowmobile Trails and you can ride from your site. You will need to provide your own bedding, pillows, towels, cooking utensils and shower items

*HighlyRated* WalkToLake *OutdoorShower* ManCave
Welcome to paradise! Experience the beauty of pristine Higgins Lake. 10,000 acres of crystal clear spring water and sandy shores. Short 5 minute walk to lake and road end dock from our charming, highly rated cozy cottage . Take in breathtaking sunsets, swim or kayak from the shared dock. We have two kayaks for guest use. Close to Samoset Park and beach. Several nearby boat launches. Ten minutes from two state parks. One hour from Traverse City. 99 miles to Mackinaw City.

Cousin Cottage
Kick back and relax in this tranquil, stylish space. Indoor fireplace, outdoor fire pit (with plenty of wood) and outdoor dining space. Kitchen is equipped with everything you need (small appliances, pots & pans, utensils, etc). Dining table with family games. Right across the street from the lake on the south shore. Located within walking distance to restaurants, stores, ice cream shop, etc. Half a block lake access for ice fishing and snowmobiling. No pets please.

🔥Bonfire☮️Peaceful🏝Higgins/Houghton⛵️Boating
This cottage is nestled on a fully wooded, half acre lot making it a perfect place for summer night bbq's and bonfires. House offers plenty of parking for your boat/trailer/toys and is 5 mins from South State Park, Marl Lake, Dollar General, The Barn, and the famous Nibbles Ice Cream. Property is within walking distance to Redwood Golf Course and Markey Township Park. Newly remodeled with a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, and a large screen flat TV for movie night.

Knotty and Nice Retreat
DOGS ARE WELCOME !!!! Walk to the lake. Close to state parks, ATV trails. Enjoy this clean and cozy year round newly remodeled cabin with heat and air. This cabin is equipped with everything you will need. Comfy king size bed, queen bed and a queen size sleeper sofa with HDTV w Roku box. Just a short walk to Higgins lake Maplehurst road end where you can launch your boat and relax in the sun and watch the most amazing sunsets on a small but quaint beach
Popular amenities for Houghton Lake family-friendly rentals
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Steps to Beach|Hot Tub|Fireplace|A NorthCoast Gem

Northern Memories Couples Getaway! Jacuzzi room AC

The Cub Hill Chalet - Private Lakefront with Spa!

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Riverfront | Hot Tub, Fireplace, Kayaks & Tubes

Bungalow with Private Hot Tub close to town!

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Updated Antique Stone Home

Cozy cabin in the woods.

Modern + Cozy | Near Beach | Pets | Extra Parking

Larkin's Cabin | Pet & Family Friendly!

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Just South of Heaven

The Benny Mac Shack

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Candy Apple Cottage

Beachfront Condo Near Downtown & TART Trail

Beachside 213 Luxury Condo on the Beach

The Lodge Resort

Stunning Waterfront, Updated TC Condo with Pool!

Pine Acres Getaway North

Scenic Getaway | Trails, Pond, Pool & Pickleball

Beachfront Oasis | Pool+Hot Tub
Quick stats about vacation rentals that are family-friendly in Houghton Lake
Total rentals
110 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$84 CAD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
3.3K reviews
Pet-friendly rentals
30 properties allow pets
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
100 properties include access to wifi
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