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Nothing Fancy. Family cottage on a small fishing lake near Houghton Lake.

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Prudenville, MI
  • Popular LocationHoughton Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPineview Highlands Golf Course15 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouth Higgins Lake State Park32 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)91 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 10
1100 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 3
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Nothing Fancy. Family cottage on a small fishing lake near Houghton Lake.

Welcome to Nothing Fancy! It's a 4th generation, comfortable family cottage on a small fishing lake. 6 minutes to Houghton Lake. 20 minutes to Higgins. Drive your ORV or sled to Trail 6! Ample parking for toy haulers ! Close to Forest Dunes and MANY other challenging courses for the golf enthusiast . Bring your kayak for hours of quiet relaxing fishing! Fire pit and wood for smores!
Lake access cottage near Houghton Lake

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Prudenville

Located in Prudenville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. White Deer Country Club 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 South Higgins Lake State Park and Huron-Manistee National Forest.
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What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 7 min drive
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 15 min drive
  • The Nightmare Golf Course - 29 min drive
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 32 min drive
  • Lake Saint Helen - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 11 min drive
  • Buccilli's Pizza - 10 min drive
  • Shaker's Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • Kiss Me Specialty Coffee Shoppe - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nothing Fancy. Family cottage on a small fishing lake near Houghton Lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nothing Fancy. Family cottage on a small fishing lake near Houghton Lake.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nothing Fancy. Family cottage on a small fishing lake near Houghton Lake.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nothing Fancy. Family cottage on a small fishing lake near Houghton Lake. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Houghton Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of White Deer Country Club and Pineview Highlands Golf Course. Birch Point Golf Club and Quest Golf Club are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

brett g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
We stayed for a golf weekend and it was perfect, great location to food, and restaurants. Close to the lake and golf. We caught a few fish on the boats they provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Very nice Owner, place was cute and clean. would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy G., Farwell, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice break
Owner is wonderful and she gives the renters privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A True Cottage
We stayed for 2 weeks! Kim, the owner and host, was wonderful. The cottage was very clean and well stocked with everything we could possibly need. When I was looking to rent a place for 2 weeks, I was shocked at the prices on Houghton and Higgins lake. The Nothing Fancy house is affordable and a true cottage (with A/C) in the woods. There was ample parking for the many guest we had visiting. I am already booking again for September and possibly after the New Year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family getaway
There was plenty of room and the host was easy to communicate with
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hollie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy campers!!
Our group consisted of Mom, dad, 5 kids age range from 20 to 27. We had the best time here! Kim and her husband were both amazing folks, Kim stopped by to see if we needed anything. Her husband taught our son how to do the spoon fish method. We loved the barn house, the property is perfect and shaded and on the water. We fished, we rode the local trails on our dual sport bikes, we kayaked, we bbq'd, we had nightly bonfires, roasted hot dogs and made smores. We walked the trails on the property and we were very close to town, restaurant's, public Houghton Lake access and all the major stores!! We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet country setting with no worries of any kind.
Kim,Bill &Chris They are good people to know, they are there to help with anything. This are second stay and won't be our last.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Comfortable and clean
We enjoyed our short stay, the cabin was clean and comfortable and the hosts are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee W., Holland, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing Fancy is the perfect name for this nothing fancy home
After booking the property, Kim gave me her number to reach out for any questions. A few days before check in i reached out, she answered any questions. She even sent me more photos than what were listed in the listing!. On check in day, she let me know the check in process which I relayed to my group. My dad and his wife arrived first and she introduced herself and gave the ins and outs of the property which my dad relayed that info to the rest of the group when we arrived. The house is extremely cute and cozy. Kim even turned the air on for us prior to arrival so it is cool inside. Kim lives in the home next door and was always there if we needed anything (wasn’t overbearing or nosey like some hosts can be when they live next to the property). We even found a phone in the river on our canoe trip and she brought over a bag of rice for us to dry the phone out! The river the barn was on is a fishing river but the kids and their parents went on the paddle boat and row boat to go fishing. The kids even jumped in the water to swim! There was nearly everything you need to stay in a home away from home (condiments, seasonings, extra towels, shampoo/conditioner/soap etc.). The home is very warm and inviting. I loved the cabin feel it had too! Definitely recommend this property to anyone who is looking for a cute cozy place to stay that’s near Houghton or Higgins Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Itchel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
It was a wonderful experience. I would definitely go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022