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Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway!

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View of the home upon entry and access to the main deck.
Main level kitchen and dining room.
Coffee bar to start your day off right! Single use or 12 cup coffee maker.
Kitchen and stools. There is a plug in for by the far right stool for usb, usb-c
90 foot Aluminum dock with a pontoon lift.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Houghton Lake, MI
  • Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Quest Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Roscommon County – Blodgett Memorial Airport (HTL)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Master Bed

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway!

Step into serenity at our beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath lakehouse, nestled right on the shores of Michigan’s largest inland lake. Whether you’re sipping coffee while watching the sunrise from one of two spacious decks, or unwinding by the fire pit under a sky full of stars, Anchors Away is your perfect home away from home.

Inside, you’ll find a cozy and stylish retreat designed for both relaxation and fun—shoot a game of pool, dive into a board game, or curl up with a good book while the lake breeze drifts through. Outside, the real magic happens: grill up dinner, dip your toes in the water, or simply watch the waves roll in.

Perfect for family gatherings, weekend getaways with friends, or a peaceful couples’ escape—Anchors Away Getaway offers comfort, charm, and unforgettable lakefront memories.

Property manager

Rob

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This house is not baby proof.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Township Ordinance - Max 12 Guests, No Events, No RV parking for extra guests, No Fireworks, No Launching of boats from the property (too shallow).
Clean all dishes that are used, do not make used beds. Please respect our neighbors, they have sprinkler heads to the right along the boat launch.
This lake does have Mayflies that hatch early spring and they may land on the house/cars. They are HARMLESS. Please do not book if this may upset you.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Houghton Lake

Houghton Lake is home to this holiday home. 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 - 0.1 km
  • Heights Marina - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Quest Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 24 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Saloon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Garrett's Place - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wake up to Sunrises - Your Lakehouse Getaway! located?

This family-friendly Houghton Lake holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Houghton Lake, Pineview Highlands Golf Course and Heights Marina. Houghton Lake Public Library and Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lake house stay

This house was perfect for our family get away - it was my family, my sister’s family and my parents altogether! The different levels were great, especially the walkout basement for the kids hangout space! The pool table and various board games were a big hit 😊 The beach towels were definitely handy, as was the second full refrigerator in the basement! We rented a boat from Brian’s marina, and the dock and boat lift worked great! Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ladies Weekend

House is very spacious and very well decorated. The temperature controlled bedrooms were such an unexpected treat. Coffee bar was so cute. Only wish the house was located in a nicer part of the lake as it was mucky and weedy. Needed to boat to sandbar to swim. But the girls all had a blast playing corn hole and cards in the big yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grimm Family Vacation

Very nice clean place. Lots of games and lake boating items. Kids had a blast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean, spacious, everything needed was there.

Beautiful waterfront property, great yard, the game room a plus for kids.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janena K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

We could not have asked for a better place to stay for a week on the lake. It was a family vacation of all ages from grandma, parents and kids. It has everything you could ask for and more the only down saying is that the road is a little busy, but it’s so worth it.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family summer vacation

We had a great 5 night stay as a family with 8 adults and 2 young children. The house was clean and stocked with toiletries, kitchen supplies, toys for the kids, games, and kayaks/peddle boat. The pool table and games were great for the one rainy day we had and late night fun. The bonfire pit was nice at night. The views were amazing from all 3 levels. We enjoyed sunsets from the deck and the large family room couch. We had tons of fun fishing off the dock and caught lots of blue gill, perch and bass. The beds were comfortable and the house was spacious. The location was convenient to stores and the Lakeland recreation for putt putt, go carts and batting cages. Communication was prompt and helpful. We recommend this vacation rental and would love to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ladies trip!

The home is clean and beautiful! There was plenty of space and comfy beds. The bathrooms were very clean. We got great use of the kayaks and peddle boat! The location was great, with several restaurants/bars close-by. We like to cook and the kitchen had everything we needed. We spent a lot of time on the upper deck overlooking the lake, it was really nice! The neighbors were friendly. Great communication with the Hosts! We don’t have a bad thing to say about the experience. The gnats were in full force though, which eventually became humorous to watch a friend walk into a swarm :) so, bring your bug spray. Another great girls trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual family lake trip!

Every summer my family and by siblings’ families meet at a different lake in Michigan to spend a week together! This place fit all of our needs and then some!! The teens enjoyed the games and kayaks and nightly fire pit! The dock was perfect to dock our boat, and the lake provided plenty of fishing opportunities for the guys! The property was extremely clean and well appointed. There was plenty of room to sleep comfortably and spread out for all 12 of us! The hosts were super friendly and accommodated all of our needs and questions quickly and efficiently! We all agree there is no other place to visit! We will just come back to this place and enjoy it all over again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

We had a wonderful weekend. The house was clean and in a great location. It had plenty of space for everyone! Beautiful views and fun extras. Hosts had great communication and suggestions for the area. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Our family of 5 and my brothers family of 4 stayed for three nights at the Anchors Away Getaway and we all had a great time!! It was a smooth experience from booking to checkout, I really appreciate Rob and Chelsea’s open communication to ensure we understand everything and all our questions answered fast. It was a beautiful house on the water with all the fun stuff needed to keep us entertained for our time there. It was also very clean and well stocked of the necessities like towels bedding and kitchen stuff. We give it 5 out of 5 stars and look forward to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan D., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would book again!

Rob and Chelsea were very helpful, informative, and quick to respond/communicate. We had no issues with checking in, and everything was laid out in an organized fashion to help guide us through our stay. Great hosts! We had four families (toddlers and young kiddos), and were all very comfortable for our stay. The property was very clean, provided us with all of our essentials, and not to mention great views. They even had a water table for our toddlers, and they loved it! All in all, everything was wonderful. Our only recommendation would to have the basement bedroom air conditioned. We stayed on a very warm weekend in July, so the basement was still a little muggy and warm. There were fans provided which helped. The house is on a busier street, which we were informed to use caution ahead of time, so backing out was a little nerve-wracking. There is ample space to turn around and pull out forward. Would recommend to our friends, and we would stay again! Thank you, Rob and Chelsea!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Wish i knew about the bacteria in the water, grandkids came down with swimmers itch. Otherwise we all had a wonderful time! The house had everything and was super nice. Everyone had a great time
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

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Hosted by Rob

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