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Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"

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At Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost", you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms4 bathrooms279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"

🌊 100 ft Houghton Lakefront
🏡 Four Cabins for 16 Guests
🪑 "The Porch" with Rocking Chairs
🚤 Paddleboards, Kayaks & Games
📺 Wi-Fi & TVs in Every Cabin

Discover The Roost Houghton Lake, a family-friendly resort with 100 feet of lakefront. Ideal for reunions or special events, our four cabins sleep up to 16 guests. Relax on the dock’s sunbathing platform or at “The Porch,” an elevated space with six rocking chairs. Enjoy activities like paddle boarding, kayaking, cornhole, and shuffleboard, or swim in the sandy-bottom lake. WiFi and TVs in every cabin ensure comfort and convenience. Create unforgettable memories at this unique retreat!

Our lakefront property is home to 4 quaint cabins with rustic décor and "The Porch".

MAIN CABIN - “THE ROOST” is the main cottage with 2 bedrooms, each with a queen bed and one with twin bunk up top. Full bathroom and kitchen and a comfortable living room hanging out or game night. A deck off the front is great for outdoor eating for lounging and has a retractable awning. Includes TV (Roku).

CABIN 1 - “THE BIRD HOUSE” has knotty pine, 2 bedrooms with queen bed in one and a double bed in the other, couch, small kitchen and a bathroom with a shower. Includes TV (Roku).

CABIN 2 - “THE BEACH HOUSE” has knotty pine, 2 bedrooms with queen bed in one and a double bed in the other, as well as a twin-size sleeper sofa, a kitchen and a bathroom with a shower. Includes TV (Roku).

CABIN 3 - “THE BOAT HOUSE” has knotty pine, 2 bedrooms with queen beds, a queen-size sleeper sofa, a full kitchen and a Jack-n-Jill bathroom with a shower. Includes TV (Roku).

THE PORCH has 6 padded rocking chairs overlooking the property and the lake. Porch is covered.

GARAGE use is for porch access only.
PARKING is available street side on the stone driveway only.

OTHER AMENITIES:
Towels in every cabin
Firepit with Firewood provided
S’more station
Kayaks (3)
Paddle Boards (2)
2 Cornhole boards
Shuffle Board
Parking for 6 vehicles
Picnic Tables
120ft dock with a platform/bench
Mooring line

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. We may be flexible on the number of dog

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Houghton Lake, this villa is on the beach. Heights Marina 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 Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area.
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Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Heights Marina - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Brian's Lakeside Marina - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Roscommon Township Hall - 9 min drive - 4.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Garretts Place - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" located?

Nestled on the beach, this Houghton Lake villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Houghton Lake and Heights Marina. Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Houghton Lake Public Library are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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