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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Houghton Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Quest Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Roscommon County – Blodgett Memorial Airport (HTL)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway!

Enjoy everything Northern Michigan has to offer at the Romanski Retreat! Summer is gorgeous up at the lake with boating, swimming, local beaches, fireworks, bbqs on the extra large back deck, campfires under the stars, local craft fairs, air shows, and you may even catch the Northern Lights!

Fall and Winter activities include hunting, ice fishing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing. The home is perfectly located to enjoy Tip Up Town!

The space
Romanski Retreat features a welcome area with all house information, a local guide for your convenience and a place to chill your beverages. The home has 2 bedrooms, one being a bunk room that sleeps 6 and a master that sleeps 2. There is 1 full bath with an extra large shower and a built-in hairdryer. The living room has a couch with a chaise and converts into a full-size bed to sleep two extra guests. There is a large flat screen with Roku available as well as a variety of board games and books. The full sized kitchen is equipped with all major appliances, a duel coffee maker that makes a full pot or individual cups, a dishwasher, and all things needed to make any meal. There is also a charcoal grill available outside for a BBQ!

Other things to note
The home comes with a dining table and chairs on the back deck as well as lounge seating to enjoy the fresh air. There are additional camping chairs, beach chairs, life jackets, sand toys, and a cooler for adults and children located in the shed. Cornhole boards are also located in the shed for you to enjoy. There is a pack-n-play located in the bunk room for families traveling with little ones, and a portable high-chair!

If you have any questions we didn’t answer please don’t hesitate to ask. We would be happy to provide you with any information that we can to make your stay as memorable as possible!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Houghton Lake

Located in Houghton Lake, this cottage is on a lake. Brian's Lakeside Marina and Quest Golf Club 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.
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Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Brian's Lakeside Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Quest Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 18 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Boots Country Diner - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway! located?

This family-friendly Houghton Lake cottage is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Houghton Lake and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Quest Golf Club and Brian's Lakeside Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

great vacation

such a great house! felt very comfortable. house had a up north log cabin feel
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter Z.

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

Golf trip

We used the house primarily to sleep when we were not golfing or visiting friends on the lake. All good on that end.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

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

Cozy, with tons of amenities

My family stayed at Romanski for three days over the Fourth of July; there were 7 of us in total. Though the cottage is small, there is a ton of charm, sleeping arrangements were easy due to a room with two bunk beds, and they have one of everything. Want a wine cooler? Got it. Keurig? Yep. Porch seating with a pergola and an outdoor fan? Fire pit? Charcoal grill? Kids toys? Fully stocked kitchen and grilling utensils? Children's plates? They have that too. Just about the only thing Romanski doesn't have is central air. However, they do provide several tilt-adjustable floor fans that worked some magic for us during our stay. We also brought a box fan and placed that in the front window of the living room which really helped to keep things cooler. There is a shed in the back with even more goodies. Cornhole, kids toys, etc. The only thing anyone in our family had to say as a negative was the mattresses. The master bedroom mattress is rock-hard. Additionally, one of the bottom bunk mattresses slopes, so you find yourself rolling to one side. These were minor inconveniences to us - as we spent quite a bit of time on the back deck, grilling, or spending time nearby at Houghton Lake. I would stay at Romanski again and highly recommend it to families or groups of friends who want a nice retreat with a lot of charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Justin C.

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

Cute and cozy cottage

We enjoyed our stay. Close to the heart of town but none of the excess traffic that comes with it. A lot of small items included for the deck and in the kitchen and bathroom. The back deck is a really nice area to relax on and we were able to accommodate a family of six. The only negatives from our trip stem from the weak internet signal in the home and not having AC. To be fair, it was a very hot weekend and there are several fans available in the home. We made the most of those negatives however and still had a very nice trip. We would book again when we come back to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kellie L.

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

Cute Little Cabin

This cabin was decorated SO adorable and had everything we needed and more!! The renters were very prompt with all communication! Location to Houghton Lake was just across ( the main ) road. The heating is not ideal, as the vent blows into the living space only. So when the heat is on, you were literally sweating while trying to watch a movie or playing a game. But if you shut the bedroom doors/bathroom door it is very chilly. Please keep in mind we only kept the heat at 66°. The room with the queen bed, was where my husband and I slept. The mattress is VERY firm. Just not what we are used to, but if you prefer a firm mattress, it will be perfect for you! Location was not ideal. Yes just a quick walk across the street to the lake, but it is located across the street from a business that constructs sheds. If sleeping in is for you, you might want to consider a different rental property. They begin their work, even on Saturday mornings, by 8 AM or earlier. Other than these issues, like I mentioned, this was a very well taken care of, adorably decorated, clean rental property!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

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