Title: Waterfront Charmer!!! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront Charmer!!! Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484400/33484390/7a895a5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484400/33484390/d768015d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484400/33484390/a9e081ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484400/33484390/7a643137.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484400/33484390/7a84f54e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled by the warm waters of Houghton Lake, this cozy getaway offers a serene escape. Unwind with a view from the deck or enjoy water-skiing, fishing and boating nearby. With an outdoor grill and comfortable seating area, you can savor your catch while taking in the scenic surroundings. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Waterfront Charmer!!! Mere steps from deck to lake, from knotty pine walls to the warm Houghton Lake waters, this cozy, quaint 2 bedroom getaway is great for the long or short vacation. Hunt, fish, water-ski, or enjoy the view. Bring your own toys or you can rent boats from several different locations on the lake. Personal dock in season. Boat launch 3 doors down. Houghton lake is one of the top fishing lakes in the state, including Crappie, Walleye, Bluegill, Perch, Pike, and Bass. Outdoor grill to cook the fish and dine in comfortable outdoor seating around the fire or on deck. Also close by are hiking, biking, motorcycle, utv, and quad trails. Grassy lawn soft for bare feet. Sandy swimming area that is shallow and great for families and small children at the end of the dock. Go for a walk down the seawall to experience the lake in a new way. Across the street is a stocked party store which has hard pack ice cream. Many mom and pop restaurants line the lakeside streets. TV, Firestick, WIFI, and DVD player. Stand up shower. Kitchen equipped with dishes, cookware, eating and grilling utensils. Large back yard for playing with a Frisbee. Air conditioned bedrooms! In these historic times be safe to make for a deeply enjoyable time for you and your neighbors. 14 day notice required. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Take care to keep gatherings small and courteous. ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76268900/76268841/4116f0e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront house with sandy beach near downtown Prudenville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=76268841&PinnedHotelID=76268841&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96350000/96340900/96340853/4d859ea5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 200 Ft. from the Lake! 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Sparklers OK. Fines resulting from noise or party complaints will be charged to guests as allowable by law. On checkout: 1. hang up all wet linens. 2. Close and lock all doors and windows. 3. Turn off lights and ACs. 4. Leave keys on kitchen table. Dispose of pet waste immediately into grocery like bag and garbage bin, in so being courteous to crossing foot traffic between cottage and lake. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Take care to keep gatherings small and courteous. ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has not indicated whether 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Lakefront Charmer!!! Cottage Lakefront Charmer!!! Houghton Lake Lakefront Charmer!!! Cottage Houghton Lake ## About the area ![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%7C44.37492%2C-84.74985&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bfo0Fv_kZN88AReW3onlIUkdaCs=) Houghton Lake, MI #### What's nearby - Houghton Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Houghton Lake Marina - 9 min drive - 7.3 km - South Higgins Lake State Park - 16 min drive - 9.7 km - Roscommon Township Hall - 18 min drive - 19.7 km - Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 25 min drive - 27.7 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 82 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬23 min drive - ‪Northshore Lounge - ‬8 min drive - ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬17 min drive - ‪Cut River Grille - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront Charmer!!! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Waterfront Charmer!!!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Waterfront Charmer!!!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Waterfront Charmer!!! 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. 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