Due North Cottage of Houghton Lake

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Lakeside master bedroom with a queen size bed and one window

one of two boatlifts. 12 foot row boat included with oars.

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available
Laundry
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Houghton Lake, MI

Houghton Lake
‪1 min walk‬
South Higgins Lake State Park
‪15 min drive‬
Pineview Highlands Golf Course
‪22 min drive‬
Roscommon County – Blodgett Memorial Airport (HTL)
‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Cozy, clean knotty pine interior on Houghton Lakes beautiful sunny north shore. 55 feet of private lakefront with a sandy bottom and a gradual drop which is nice for swimming. Cottage has three bedrooms, two with a queen size bed, one with a trundle bed which has a set of twin beds. The relaxing living room has a couch, sleeper couch with a full size mattress, comfortable lazy boy and chairs, and a large window to enjoy the view of the lake. The cottage is fully carpeted. The bathroom is modern with a full size shower and tub unit. The cottage has two refrigerators. We supply two boat lifts and a dock.

Property manager

Mark and Chris

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Laundry

Outdoor space

Parking available

Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Snowmobiles or 4 wheelers, or wheeled vehicles on the Sea Wall, no exceptions!

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Houghton Lake

Located in Houghton Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. The Fox Golf Club and Houghton Lake 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 South Higgins Lake State Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, waterskiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property.

Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Markey Township Hall - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
South Higgins Lake State Park - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
North Higgins Lake State Park - 19 min drive - 21.7 km
Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 22 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬23 min drive
‪Back Door Saloon - ‬20 min drive
‪Garrett's Place - ‬24 min drive
‪Little Boots Country Diner - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Due North Cottage of Houghton Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Due North Cottage of Houghton Lake?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Due North Cottage of Houghton Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Due North Cottage of Houghton Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Houghton Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Markey Township Hall and The Fox Golf Club. Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area and Markey Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brittany N.

8 August 2024

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

Perfect little get away

This place was so perfect for my family! The cottage was so homey and cozy. We will be coming back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

21 August 2019

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

Fun time at the lake!

We had a great time at Due North. Property was great. Lake is sandy. House had plenty of room. Would stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

26 August 2019

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

Wonderful cabin on the lake

Very comfortable cabin with great views of the lake. Cabin has everything you need including two air conditioners and a Keurig. A boat slip is available, which makes it very easy to access the water. Owners are very friendly and care deeply about your visit and are easy to get a hold of if needed. This is a beautiful, comfortable place with a nice rustic look.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa K.

2 September 2020

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

Cozy Cabin

This was a cozy little cabin on the lake. Had everything we needed and enjoyed our week on the lake. Had one issue with the cabin the owners were very responsive and quick to take care of the issue. Would love to stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

jacobsenstephen ..

14 August 2020

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

Perfect Summer Getaway

What a relaxing summer getaway spot. Far enough away from “town”, yet only a short drive to attractions. We swam, fished, geocached, had campfires, and explored local attractions. Very kind, supportive owners who are available when needed. All in all, a week well spent!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

3 September 2019

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

Great week

Weii equipped, clean, wonderful location.

10/10 Excellent

michelle o.

26 August 2019

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

Great time

The owners were quick to respond to any inquiries and we found the cottage to be just as described. The lake view was beautiful and the cottage was cozy and clean. Overall great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tommy V.

18 July 2019

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

Houghton Lake retreat

It was a very nice cabin. Mark and Christa go out of there way to make our stay awesome. And it was!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

SANDIE B.

30 June 2019

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

Due North Cottage

We had a great time at this cottage. Everything was very nice/clean/comfortable and the lake is beautiful. You won't be disappointed.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

21 June 2019

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

Nice clean homey place to stay.

Cottage was excellent.Boat hoist was a definite plus when water got rough.

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

2 June 2019

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

Houghton Lake Vacation

Accommodations more than expected. House clean and any needs were taken care of. Property managers were friendly and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Kurt S.

29 August 2018

Nice Place to Relax on the Lake

The owners and cabin are both excellent. Would stay again if we decide to come back to Houghton Lake.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Montana C.

27 August 2018

Perfect 2-week vacation for us and our 5 kids !!!!!!!

Location. Location. Location. North shore of Houghton Lake is 3 feet deep for more than 100 yards out, no exaggeration. Perfect for kids and adults to frolic safely for hours everyday. (Our kids are 13, 10, 8, 7, & 7.) Views from the large south windows of Due North Cottage were always stunning. There's a little store down the road less than a quarter mile, which is perfect for cold drink runs, icecream/treat runs, live bait, fresh baked items, pizza, etc, etc. Also, Walmart, restaurants, coffee shops, laundromats, mini-golf, movie theater, etc are all just a 20 minute drive. There are State parks and forest preserves (great for hiking and mountain biking) within just minutes drive in every direction. We went tubing on the nearby AuSable River twice, just a 20 minute drive away. Due North Cottage is well kept and cozy. It slept 7 of us no problem. Kitchen had everything we needed. Lots of frig space for vacation groceries so we didn't have to run to the store very often. Little window AC ran hard to keep it cool on hot days but Mark & Christa have little fans in every room so it stays comfortable. Internet and cable worked great. Great gas grill which we used almost every evening. Absolutely picturesque bench swing and fire pit by the lake. Mark & Christa provided great communication from start to finish. We loved it. We would highly recommend it and we would love to spend another 2 weeks here again someday, maybe even next summer.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

24 August 2018

Lovely cottage on Houghton Lake

My family and I had an amazing time at Due North Cottage. It had all the comforts of home with a beautiful lake view. We absolutely loved sitting out back and talking around a campfire next to the lake. The shallow, sandy bottom was absolutely perfect to go out swimming and was perfect for all the young kids in our family. The party store just up the way was so convenient to get the little things we'd forgotten. Would absolutely recommend staying at Due North cottage, you won't regret it!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frankie C.

8 August 2018

Amazing!!

It was so clean and truly easy to walk in and feel at home. Mark & Christa are so lovely and welcoming. They just want you to enjoy this special place. We had such a nice week. I love walking out the front door on soft green grass and there was the lake. Perfection😋😋😋. Frankie & Steve Harper Woods, Mi

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tracy S., Lansing Michigan

1 September 2017

Beautiful cabin on a beautiful lake

We absolutely loved our stay. Absolutely beautiful view of the lake. Beautiful woodwork in the cabin. Our suggestions would be a less firm mattress in the room facing the lake., change the carpet in the bathroom to something else, and not have carpet in the kitchen. We would totally stay here again in the future maybe next time when it's hotter.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charito P.

21 August 2017

Great place for a family getaway.

Our family stayed for a week. There were plenty of activities for the children as well as adults in the area. Swimming, boating, fishing, bon fires just to name a few. The lodging was great and everything you need is provided. I would recommend this cottage and plan on returning.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

15 August 2017

Delightful

Property is well taken care of and owners are very attentive. Location is great and it is a great value.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tammy and Matt B., Bay City

7 August 2017

We Loved the cabin!! We will be staying at cabin again fishing was awesome

Took the boat on the lake fishing every morning and evening. We went to the Pines movie theater it's a great place. We had a great time. We are very happy with our stay at due north. :)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

cheryl w.

11 April 2015

Awesome vacation location!!!!

We have vacationed at Due North for the past 3 years and are sooo looking foreward to our 4th year this July' The cottage is very clean and spacious. The view to the lake is amazing at any time of day. You can swimm off the dock and there is a ladder to get you back on to the dock, There is a party store withtin walking distance that carries pretty much anything you may need. The neighbors on either side are very friendly. the owners are truley the nicest couple . We would HIGHLEY recommend vacatining here. It is perfect for families or in ou rcase our kids are grown so we rent it with another couple and share the cost. And its big enough that the kids can come for a visit while we are there...plenty of sleeping. Also lots to do in the area....only you never really want to leave the yard or the lake.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

4 April 2015

Perfect Family Vacation Cottage

This cottage is in a great location and easy to find. We have rented Due North Cottage 2 years in a row and will return in 2015 for our 3rd year. This cottage is always clean , neat and tidy when we arrive. There is a little store less than 1/4 mile away that is a perfect little walk for an ice cream cone after dinner. The neighbors are all very friendly. The owners are nicest people we have ever rented from. I would recommend this cottage to anyone wanting an enjoyable vacation. We love Due North :)

About the host

Hosted by Mark and Chris

We enjoy providing a clean and affordable cottage for families and couples to use.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is located on the north side of Houghton Lake among privately owned cottages. There is less traffic and you have the yard all to yourself.

What makes this property unique

Wonderful neighbors on both sides. We offer two boatlifts and provide a 12 foot row boat. Walking distance from a small store that sells tasty ice cream, pizza, meats, soda, adult beverages, and fishing bait as well as other food items.

Languages:

English

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property