Full Cabin: 21 Steps to the Lake! PET FREINDLY!

Houghton Lake, Michigan
$282 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

The Moose Cabin is only about 28 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!
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.
We are a pet friendly resort, so please bring your furry friends along! There will be a fee of $25/pet/night charged for the stay of our furry friends.
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 unless the entire property is booked
- 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 and share the WiFi connection
- 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: For safety reasons, please make sure you include the correct amount of people and pets per cabin/house when making the reservation.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 300 Sq Ft (28 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Detergent Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Kayak On Site Power Boating Nearby Sledding Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The City Center On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Robert F.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Bathroom sink leaked. Shower wasn’t the best.

  • Amy S.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Location was beautiful! Just a little uncomfortable for someone who is 6’ tall We had a great time there , and the owners were very helpful to us … We will definitely plan another stay here !

  • Sandra V.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Very relaxing. Clean and welcoming. Will definitely come back!

  • Terry Z.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    A great place to stay. Super clean. It was tight with our dogs, but we were barely there, so it wasn’t a real issue. Loved being able to walk down to the water.

  • Lorenzo R.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Just needed a getaway with my wife

  • Joe B.

    Submitted Mar 11, 2025

    Stayed Feb 26, 2025

    Cozy

  • Jim F.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    Overall stay in the Moose Cabin was great! Cabin was cute and comfortable! Maybe do away with large dressers in each bedroom and go with smaller night stands leave a little walking room on each side of the bed. Crawling over a bed mate isn't easy for us older guests. Lol But will definitely come again.

  • Jeff H.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Overall I had a good time at the lake, The details were accurate about the cabin but something's that I wish we knew prior. Dock is only 1.7 to 2 ft deeps. If you don't have tilt you will bottom out which we did every time. extremely windy so fishing wasrough. Also TV is really tiny but it does work. Again just nitpicking but I really good experience not good

  • Amanda F.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 2, 2024

    We stayed in the Moose cabin, it was clean upon checkin and had everything we needed. The area was quiet and peaceful. There were kayaks we could take out and boats that we could rent for the day. My three year old loved spending time at the little beach, both the water and the beach was clean. The location was a decent place to take day trips from, like Mackinaw, Petoskey, Traverse City and Frankenmuth. We decided that as long as this place stays open, we will make it our place to stay when we visit Michigan.

  • Enrique G.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2024

    My wife and I wanted to get away from all the hustle and concerns from world we live in. Celebrating our 42 anniversary made a perfect excuse to get a hideaway for a few days. We really enjoyed all the little details in the cabin and it definitely felt like home away from home. We were slightly disappointed in sure every thing was like it was when we arrived. Wouldn't there be a cleaning staff for getting it all spiffy again? But we still took the time to do the full cleanup that was requested. Thanks we still had a great time!!

  • ashley n.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    Really wish the beach was bigger. They should warnyou how tiny it is. Everything else was perfect and great .

  • Ronald R.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    There was so much to love about this property! The location was amazing and arrival and departure were so easy. I only wish that the TV worked a little better and that the shower was a little taller because, at 6'2 I had to bend over. Overall a great stay and I definitely recommend it.

  • Valeria T.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 1, 2024

    The cabin was very clean. It had everything we needed. For a family of 4 with 2 little dogs, it was a little tight. During my trip I found out there is another property they own that is bigger so we may get that one next time. The beach was a little small but very easy access to the lake. My kids and dogs had a blast. The fishing boats are available for rent and we had a great time taking a ride on Houghton Lake. The other guests were very nice. Tom was amazing and extra flexible. We had a family emergency and not only was he very understanding, but he offered us a discounted rate to stay one extra day. He was awesome to deal with. It’s a very peaceful place with beautiful sunsets. Will definitely stay there again

  • Steve S.

    Submitted May 30, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    Misleading ad regarding accommodations. No real lake view and all are micro-cabins, not Full Size as advertised. Moose cabin: - Leaking bathroom sink drain flange - Poor bathroom sink drainage - Unsanitary/poor shower drainage. ( Grate is above drain grade) - Rusted out microwave - Cobwebs throughout - Massive accumulation of dead insects inside window sills - Beds extremely uncomfortable ( old and craters inwards w/2 people) - Unsafe dining table seats - Unsafe childrens swing ( can disconnect while swinging ) - Dog feces in guest pathway to lake - Unsafe electrical wiring ( numerous code violations ) - Very few basic ammentities provided This was a very unpleasant stay for our family of four. Couldn't wait to depart. Good luck on getting a response from owner if you have issues. Also, first thing guest see if they need to knock on landlord's door is a sign stating No Refunds or Exchanges. Not a cozy place. Owners are interested only in taking your money and renting substandard property to unsuspecting guests. If you have standards and/or are claustrophobic, this isn't the place for you. Be prepared for swarms of insects as well. Didn't bother me too much but wife & daughter stayed inside most of the time because of them.

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$282+
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