Title: Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock Family-friendly vacation home in Houghton Lake ## Photo gallery for Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock ![Sun loungers - Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock (Houghton Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112433400/112433372/2393d6eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock (Houghton Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112433400/112433372/fcdcb1ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock (Houghton Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112433400/112433372/d1a34dc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock (Houghton Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112433400/112433372/c877986d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock (Houghton Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112433400/112433372/277e96b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Summer is Calling! Waterfront Cabin with Private Dock Escape to a stunning waterfront retreat on Houghton Lake—Michigan’s largest inland lake and a true summer paradise! Experience the very best of northern Michigan with endless opportunities for relaxation and adventure. Nestled on the serene North Shore, spend your days soaking up the sun on the waterfront deck, cruising from your private dock with a boat lift, or unwinding by the fire pit. Fire up the grill for lakeside dinners and create unforgettable memories. Escape to this charming chalet-style home with soaring vaulted ceilings and large windows that offer breathtaking views of Houghton Lake from your private frontage. The open-concept layout is designed for comfort and relaxation, featuring a fully stocked kitchen with all the essentials. Enjoy meals at the adjacent dining area or unwind in the cozy living room, complete with a large flat-screen TV and a queen sleeper sofa (comfortably sleeping two). The home offers three beds and two full bathrooms: a queen bed in the downstairs bedroom with a smart TV, a king bed in the loft, and a comfortable queen sleeper sofa in the living room. There’s one full bathroom on the main floor and another full bathroom in the loft area. The loft also includes a washer and dryer, as well as a dedicated workspace for your convenience. Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi and a Spectrum cable box offering 60 channels. The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, stove, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffee maker and purified water—perfect for cooking up delicious meals (please note: no dishwasher). Step outside to the spacious deck, where you can relax around the outdoor gas fire pit, enjoy meals at the dining table, or fire up the grill for a fun cookout with family and friends. The expansive yard faces the lake and features a private fire pit and a dock, installed during the summer months, that’s ideal for your boat or water activities. Parking is conveniently available behind the house, making it easy to arrive and settle in. Book your lakeside getaway today and experience the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and stunning views! Our property is professionally cleaned before each stay, and we maintain a smoke-free, vape-free, and party-free environment. You’ll have full access to the entire house during your stay. For your convenience, the property features keyless entry. A unique access code will be provided to you a few days before check-in. This code is exclusive to your stay and ensures secure and easy entry throughout your visit. Special Offer: Weekly and monthly discounts available—please inquire for more details! \*\*I will update when we find out when the dock will be in the water. Hopefully by May\*\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Kayak ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycle parking - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67600000/67591600/67591549/42a95f05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ⭐️ Charming Waterfront Home! ⭐️ Houghton Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=67591549&PinnedHotelID=67591549&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94959100/94959054/e15f2663.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Roscommon Home w/ Game Room & Dock! 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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 This property does not have elevators ## About the area Houghton Lake is home to this vacation home. The Fox Golf Club and Lapham's Marina 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 Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. 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[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel D. Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Lake House Great up north retreat on the lake that is family friendly! Beautiful house and property. I would definitely like to book this house again for future visits! ##### Rachel D. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hurst M. Dec 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Hurst M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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