Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area
3 min walk
Roscommon Township Hall
6 min drive
Room options
About the area
Houghton Lake
This cabin puts you in the heart of Houghton Lake, within steps of Houghton Lake and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. .Cabin features a patio, a sofa bed and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop.
Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Houghton Lake Marina - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
Roscommon Township Hall - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
South Higgins Lake State Park - 18 min drive - 19.4 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 80 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Back Door Saloon - 9 min drive
Little Boots Country Diner - 8 min drive
Northshore Lounge - 4 min drive
Four Seasons Party Store - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!
The Wolf Cabin is 21 steps from the lake. It features 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a full kitchen with gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, drip coffee maker and enough cooking utensils, dishes and flatware to get you by. There is a small dining table and a futon with an armchair for you to relax in too. We are a pet friendly resort, so please bring your furry friends along! Please note, there is a fee for pets, please record this at the time of booking.
1 GB of WiFi works all the way to the end of the dock, and there’s also Roku Television with Spectrum. It also has a NEW live edge countertop, sink and backsplash! We also added new fans to each bedroom. And do provide towels and linens for the beds now too! Outside there is a picnic table, Weber Charcoal Grill, and a couple of chairs. Shared amenities are the beach, dock, fire pit, kayaks, tetherball, shuffleboard, and a fish cleaning station. There is plenty of private parking right across the street for your vehicles and trailers.
The Houghton Lake area almost has too many things to mention. We are walking distance to the copper gazebo where the birdwatching and fishing are incredible. Swimming, boating (several places to rent pontoons, or we have some small fishing boats to rent too), waterskiing, GOLF (many great courses in the immediate area), fishing, hiking, ORV’s are for rent right down the street (snowmobiles too), geocaching (one of the largest in the state), shopping, eating, kayaking, color tours, cross country skiing, sledding, and many, many more things to do here.
-- THE PROPERTY --
0.5 Mi to Snowmobile Trails | Community Shuffleboard & Horseshoes | Community Fish Cleaning Station (Take Remains to Dumpster)
Hallmarked by its proximity to greenery, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath Houghton Lake retreat comes with a simple interior so you can reconnect with nature and family.
Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Living Room: Futon
SHARED AMENITIES: Boat dock (boat rentals available), beach access, fire pit (BYOW), kayaks, splash boards, swing set, tetherball OUTDOOR LIVING: Picnic table, charcoal grill (BYOC), 2 beach chairs INDOOR LIVING: Roku Smart TV w/ Spectrum App, 4-person dining table KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, knife set GENERAL: Free WiFi (high-speed 1GB, reaches dock), starter toilet paper, trash bags & paper towels, hangers, bedding, 6 bath towels FAQ: Step-free access, 5 external security cameras (facing out), linens/towels provided, pet fee (paid pre-trip) PARKING: Community parking lot (1 vehicle), additional vehicle & RV/trailer parking available across the street ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: There are 7 additional properties available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please book them individually online:-)
-- THE LOCATION --
HOUGHTON LAKE (on-site): Boating, fishing, tubing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, Houghton Lake Marina & Power (2.4 miles), Houghton Lake State Forest Park (3.6 miles), Lakeland Recreation (4.5 miles) POWDER DAYS: Snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, Cross Country Ski Headquarters (14.0 miles), Skyline Ski Resort - downhill skiing (16.4 miles), Snow Snake Ski & Golf (29.9 miles) NATURE SITES: Trestle Park (10.8 miles), Hartwick Pines State Park (27.2 miles), Mason Tract Pathway (29.5 miles), Ogemaw Nature Park (32.5 miles), Traverse City State Forest ORV Trailhead (48.5 miles) CELEBRATE AT A FESTIVAL: Tip-Up Town Ice-Fishing Festival - Houghton Lake (4.8 miles), National Cherry Festival (64.7 miles) FUN STOPS: Pineview Highlands Gold (golf course, 6.7 miles), Pines Theatre (6.8 miles), Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf (11.7 miles), Campbell's Canoe & Kayak Livery (19.6 miles) PURCHASE UNIQUE ITEMS: Journeys Unique Boutique (4.1 miles), Just Around the Corner (4.3 miles), Knitty Gritty Treasures (6.0 miles), Attic Treasures (6.8 miles), Rockin Chair Gift Shop Inc (7.6 miles), Arnies Arts and Crafts (7.7 miles), Morning Glory Mercantile (10.1 miles) AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (61.1 miles)
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly with a $25/pet/night fee - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 5 external security cameras. These cameras are outward-facing and do not look into any interior spaces. Camera 1 is located in the parking lot, camera 2 is located in the parking lot across the street, camera 3 is located on the front of the lodge facing the road, camera 4 faces the yard, and camera 5 faces the beach and dock. All cameras actively record video and audio when motion is detected and will be turned on during your stay - NOTE: Linens, towels, and pillows are provided at the property. It is recommended that you bring a few more for an extended stay. :-) Also, please bring your own beach towels, they are not provided. -NOTE: If you bring your pets, please clean up after them. Please help control the noise of your pets, to not disrupt the other guests. -NOTE: For safety reasons, please make sure you include the correct amount of people and pets per cabin/house when making the reservation.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties/events allowed
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No parties/events allowed For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY! have a pool?
No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!?
As of 31 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY! on 10 Aug 2025 start from AU$424.60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!?
No, Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY! Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Lindsay C.
23 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great, cabin is so so
The location is close to the water, easy to get in and out of. Shallow water was great for playing in. The cabin left a lot to be desired. There are NO bedroom doors, making privacy, and varying bedtimes very difficult. The electrical is scary- one light we kept off due to flickering. There are no outlets in the bedrooms so charging phones, white noise, cpap machines aren’t happening. Furniture is not comfortable. Overall, the location is the saving grace of this place. A lot of time, effort and work needs put into the cabins.
Lindsay C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Allie V.
5 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend getaway
Memorial weekend stay with the family. Was a nice area and cabin was equipped with everything we needed. The only tough thing is that my husband is 6’3” so the cabin was a bit of a tight fit for him especially the bathroom/shower. Lots of amenities that unfortunately we weren’t able to take advantage of because the weather wasn’t the greatest. Host was great and readily available
Allie V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful beach and lake view!
was as described, wifi and tv streaming could be better, we just watched tv shows on our iPad and used our own data, what was supplied might have reached the dock but you couldn't do anything with it lol! the party store within walking distance had everything we needed plus, awesome pizza breakfast sandwiches and the meat market 5 miles away was unbelievably awesome!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily R., Midland, MI
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family getaway
We stayed at the property for 4 nights and 5 days. Tom (the owner) stopped by on day of check in to make sure we had all we needed. We loved the close access to water and beach and the kids were up and swimming within minutes of waking each day! The shared ammenities of the fire pit, dock and playscape was great! The cabin was well stocked and.EXTREMELY clean upon arrival. We will definitely stay here again!
Emily R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Herb V.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mr
One night very clean, somewhat small.
Herb V.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Angela R.
27 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family mini vacation
Lake was beautiful! Location to the lake was perfect!
Angela R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Jimi C.
23 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Ice fishing
Had a great stay!
Jimi C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Keith U.
27 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and Clean
Nice property enjoyed my stay.
Keith U.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Very clean/ very family friendly
We stayed here for a baseball tournament weekend in Houghton Lake. The place was perfect for our needs and everything it was advertised to be !!