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Steve S.
30 Sept 2025
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Steve S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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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
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
8 bedrooms4 bathrooms279 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space
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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
🏡 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 transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- 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
- Smoke-free property
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
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are 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 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
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. Visit our Houghton Lake travel guide
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Houghton Lake, MI
What's nearby
South Higgins Lake State Park26 min drive - 31.7 km
Hartwick Pines State Park34 min drive - 61.6 km- Houghton Lake1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Roscommon Township Hall9 min drive - 6.0 km
- Au Sable River31 min drive - 54.8 km
Restaurants
- McDonald's6 min drive
- Arby's4 min drive
- McDonald's5 min drive
- Garrett's Place4 min drive
- Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost" pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Family-Friendly Lakefront Retreat at "The Roost"?
On-site parking is available at the 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"?
Checkout 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 miles (3 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Sue T.
30 Jun 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was Perfect for Our Family!
We had four families with grandkids ages 1.5 to 10, so the number of cottages was perfect. The lake was nice and sandy and shallow for the little kids we had there! They loved playing in the water, kayaking, paddling the water boards and fishing with our boat. We had a lot of things to do there such as shuffleboard (which is actually a lot of fun!), the game room with a foosball table and ping ping table. We played a lot of games! The s'more station was a hit and the hosts were very accommodating. One of the Keurig Coffer Makers broke, and they brought a new one out the same day we let them know!
Sue T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025