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Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan

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The Old Trail Chalet
Interior
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12290.0 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Houghton Lake, MI
  • Houghton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • South Higgins Lake State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Roscommon County – Blodgett Memorial Airport (HTL)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom #5

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan

Don't gamble with the precious few days of your vacation time! Book The Old Trail Chalet and enjoy peace of mind knowing that you have found luxury, serenity and convenience right here, in this newer, 3120 sqft. lakefront home. This property is among the top large vacation rental homes available in Houghton Lake, Mi. The lake is Michigan's largest inland lake at over 22,000 acres of world class fishing and activities. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths there's enough room to accommodate 12 guests in beds. This wonderful residence is a fantastic size and layout for multiple families or large group of friends escaping to Michigan's amazing Up-North. The moment you arrive you'll immediately feel at ease in this tranquil setting. The house is situated on a very quiet, low traffic street. You'll enjoy plenty of peace and privacy here. Inside, vaulted ceilings, beautiful heated hardwood and ceramic floors and cozy furnishings give the home its unique charm, which creates a terrific environment for your lakefront vacation. Gather on the comfy couches or belly up to the bar and let the fishing tails of "how the big one got away" begin. Inspired architecture and well appointed furnishings make this jaw-dropping home the perfect blend of comfortable and stunning. The floor to ceiling Southern exposure with 180 degree views of the East bay make unforgettable sunsets and sunrises! Each bedroom has amazing views of the lake. This luxury estate captures the year round relaxation and recreational activities of the Houghton Lake community. Outdoor adventures begin just outside the door as there is something here for everyone. After a thrilling day on the lake, come home to refuel with a meal prepared in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with all the necessary appliances and cooking tools. The expansive stamped concrete patio will serve as the ideal place to spend warm evenings barbecuing on the gas grill, socializing with your companions, or simply relaxing while you admire the picturesque shoreline views. On those brisk winter nights, retreat indoors and curl up by the toasty fireplace and radiant in-floor heat. When you're finally ready to call it a night, you'll be happy to retire to one of the inviting bedrooms to rest up for another adventure filled day.

The Location...
Reap the benefits of staying in a beautiful lakefront chalet cottage. Located on the pristine East bay with sunsets to warm your heart and put a smile on anyones face. Our home is centrally located and is less than 15 minuets from all of Houghton Lakes hot spots. Just down the street you can rent anything from pontoons and jet skis to snowmobiles, ATV’s and ice fishing shanty's. Nearby trail heads connect you to thousands of miles of ATV, snowmobile, X-country skiing, Hiking and Biking trails. These trails will take you through Michigans magnificent State and National forests, where large and small game hunting rein supreme. Guided private-land hunting and charter fishing are available.

About The Owners...
Houghton Lake is truly rejuvenating. We met in the area and have "Honeymooned" there many times over the years. Being drawn to the Lake most of all for it's tranquility and beauty. We want to share our home with those who appreciate serenity and nature's beauty, family time and outdoor activities. We can assure all guests that if you're not completely satisfied, we are not satisfied. We will do everything possible to ensure your complete satisfaction. Our home which we dearly love and visit often, is managed by us personally and we have a great local housekeeper and caretaker. If for any reason you are not satisfied, please let us know and we can assure you the management team will bend over backwards 24/7 to make sure your issues no matter how big or small are taken care of for you.

Why the Owners Chose Houghton Lake...
We purchased The Old Trail Chalet primarily because of her spectacular views! We feel it's the perfect home for entertaining large families and gatherings with spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the lake. Followed by breathtaking views of the moon and stars in the clear, clean Up-North air. The Old Trail Chalet is far beyond and ahead of its competition where it really counts! Creating lasting and unforgettable memories from the best Houghton Lake has to offer. We look forward to hearing from you with the dates you wish to book. It's never to early to book, inquire about your dates now.

Worth Mentioning...
- Five Bedroom, Four and a half baths, 3120 square feet.
- Luxury hotel quality linens and towels are provided.
- 85 feet of lake frontage
- Professionally decorated by Lakeview Interiors
- Our home doesn't have central air which isn't usually a problem because of the nice breeze coming off the lake. Each bedroom does have a state of the art, standalone air conditioner for those who prefer it a little cooler.
- Two refrigerators & one chest freezer.
- Four person paddle boat & a two person kayak included.
- Effortless keyless check-in and out. We make it easy to stay with us. Drive straight to the home and access it with your own personal lock code.
- ATTENTION SUMMER 2025 GUESTS. During the summer months there is a six night minimum. Sunday check-in, Saturday check-out.

Property manager

Matt Perron

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Party may not exceed 15 guests
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
See Rental Agreement and House Rules
Due to covid PILLOWS will no longer be provided.

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 (including family gatherings) are allowed on site
Note from host: Party may not exceed 15 guests
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

Located in Houghton Lake, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Lapham's Marina and White Deer Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Higgins Lake State Park and Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Houghton Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Denton Township Park - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • White Deer Country Club - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 21 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Back Door Saloon - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Garrett's Place - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Little Boots Country Diner - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Five Bedroom Lakefront Home on Houghton Lake, Michigan located?

Situated in Houghton Lake, this golf holiday home is steps from Houghton Lake and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Markey Park. Denton Township Park and Lapham's Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Family Vacation
Our family of 10 adults and one child stayed at this beautiful property for a week. The house layout is perfect for a large family. There were enough beds for everyone and everyone said their beds were comfortable. The bedrooms were quiet (I could not hear others when they were up). There is a nice breeze that blew thru the house this week, keeping everyone comfortable, we did use the A/C units the first night, when it was warmer. The kitchen is amazingly stocked with everything we needed and the pots and pans were in great condition (not always the case in other VRBOs). Plenty of refrigerator/freezer space with the two in the garage. We appreciated all the towels you provide. The yard was perfect for yard games (we gave your corn hole game a lot of use) and it was enough space for the 2 1/2 y/o to play. The beach is not sandy for children to play and it is rocky for the first 10 feet (water shoes were very helpful). After the first 10 feet the sand is soft and the water was clean and warm. We spent quite a bit of time in the water. We rented a pontoon boat for the week, the men used it for fishing and we took advantage of one of the restaurants on the lake and took the pontoon to that, so much fun. We all enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat, even the toddler thought they were fun to go for rides in. I can not say one negative thing about our stay. Matt was an awesome host, very quick to respond to my texts/calls. I would highly recommend & hope to return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Little Piece of Heaven
Our week stay was so enjoyable with our family at this special place. It was way beyond our expectations.(10 stars). The house is beautiful and a lot of space so everyone - sons, spouses, and grandkids didn't feel crowded. The grounds and neighborhood is well kept and sooo quiet and peaceful. Matt and Kathy were awesome as our hosts. Matt was so kind with making sure everything was perfect. We definitely will go back - and we can't wait ! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
The house and grounds were beautiful.. We were right on the lake and although it was too cold to swim we got to watch the water and waves. The house was elegantly furnished with fine quality bedding and towels. The kitchen had everything we could want. Most of all, the owners were very responsive to any requests we had. I would highly recommend this house for a summer vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abolutely Perfect!
This property was everything and more. From the first look and through checkout. Super clean, fully stocked, even a little in the fridge. Communication with the owners was at a level I've never experienced before. The trip was a success and we even had some ice time. 5 Stars isnt enough. Hope to see how much fun the lake is in the summer. Thank you Matt and Kathy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bedrooms Galore
This property was perfect for families- especially traveling with preteen/teenage kids. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom. Property was extremely clean and well maintained. Kitchen was very well stocked. We prepared a Thanksgiving meal and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
What a great trip! This house was one of the best places I’ve booked on Vrbo. The home had everything you needed for your stay. The host was very quick to respond and accommodating. The home had plenty of space with 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths. Close to shopping, bars and restaurants. I highly recommend 🤗
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
We had a great experience working with the owners to arrange for an earlier check in. The property was exactly as stated on the listing. Plenty of room for our group of 12 and kitchen was just what we needed to cook up breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami B., Byron Center, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is PERFECT!
This place has everything, plus more! It was perfect for a week long vacation with our family of 9. It’s exactly as listed. The kitchen is well equipped with anything you could possibly need, including spices, paper products & cleaning supplies. It has all the laundry supplies, toilet paper, Kleenex and paper towel you’ll need while there. The owners are wonderful and very responsive if you have any questions. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay on Houghton Lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family get away
Plenty of space to spread out, there were 11 of us and it still felt huge. Plenty of parking, great swimming, and extremely well stocked house (housewares, dishes, towels, paper goods, spices, etc). Would definitely rent there again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING Lake house
I dont know where to begin. This house was everything and more than we could have asked for. The house was so open and roomy. There was 12 of us staying there and had company coming and going with as many as 20+ people there at once. Never once did we feel we were short on space. They had everything you could imagine available in the kitchen..we cooked some amazing meals. We had our boats there, everyone played in the water. My husband and I walked halfway across the lake before it got deep. The kayak and pedal boat were so much fun and quite the workout we also had 2 paddle boards. Cant tell you how many games of corn hole were played, ladder golf, bocces ball. So many games of cribbage was played. The campfires in the evenings with smores were amazing. Our family made so many GREAT memories this week. It has been so many years since all the family has been together in one place for more than just a couple hours. The only thing i can say we didnt care for was the brisk/cold walk through the water at 6 AM to the mooring ball to get the boat. We will definitely return. Matt was always available if i had a question. He was so easy to work with. Thank you so much for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ice Camp
Great place for a large group. Owner was great with communication and everything was exactly as stated. Already looking to book again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Girlfriends Getaway
This beautiful home was perfect for our annual girls trip! We we’re pleased with the amenities, bedrooms and especially the 4 1/2 bathrooms. The place was spotlessly clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and Matt was the perfect host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for families of all ages
The home was as beautiful inside and out as was shown in the pictures. The house was equipped with everything we needed for our stay and was the cleanest home we have rented. The views of the lake were gorgeous especially at sunset. Matt responded to any of our questions in a very timely manner. The check in process was very easy. We would definitely come back with our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Getaway
This property was beautiful and well maintained. The owner supplied so. many amenities. Our family ages ranged from 2-60 and we had a wonderful time. We would absolutely stay here again. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter retreat
Beautiful house, perfect location, and great communication from the owner. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than a hotel for 4 professionals!
We needed to be in the area for the week due to a business trip. This property was much more cozy and welcoming than getting separate rooms at a hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Albert B., Saint Johns, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space to entertain!
Loved the space and the room for multiple couple's. The view of the lake was very relaxing and the kitchen provided ample room for cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property and communication
The house was great for 3 families to share with a total of 5 children. Everyone got their own bed, the bedrooms and common spaces were large and open for everyone to enjoy. The house was clean, functional, and well labeled, which I appreciate! We will surely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
The house was great, perfect fit for our guys golf trip. 8 beds, 5 bathrooms, and plenty of space for cooking/eating. Would definitely recommend and will be looking to stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
First, the pictures don’t do this house justice. It’s stunning, and the views are incredible. Second, Matt was amazing to work with and so friendly. Third, this house is stocked (but bring your own pillows!) and I mean stocked. The kitchen has anything you could need, even a crock pot and griddle Pan. There is so much space to spread out. The beds are firm (a heads up if you’re like me and have a super soft bed!). The house was super clean, yard very nicely maintained. Extra fridge in garage was so nice to have. We loved the couches in the living room (I might buy a set). Games, books, outdoor patio furniture. Plenty of parking. Can’t say enough about this place and Matt. Thanks for the hospitality! We can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and yard
The house was spacious and have enough room for everybody. Kitchen was supplying nicely and have a second refrigerator in the garage. Family had fun fishing we brought our own boat and the kids had great time tubing. Although swimming was hard out from the house water was very shallow but the bottom was very Sandy and nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great way to start the summer!
We had 3 families staying at the property and we couldn't have had a better time! Weather was warm and sunny and the house exceeded our expectations ! Just a couple maintenance issues but nothing that impacted our trip ! We will rent this property Again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Stay
We were 3 couples with kids ranging from 3 months to 3 years old. This house was perfect for our stay with plenty of space to spread out and for the kids to run around. The lake was gorgeous and the nice, flat lot was great to enjoy it. The amenities were exactly as described and the hosts were very helpful in answering questions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room
We had a nice little winter weekend here. My in-laws appreciated the first floor master, and we had plenty of space for the rest of the family to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Fun
We stayed here with 3 other families. The property is amazing and the owners were extremely helpful. The entire house was clean and organized. We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Matt Perron

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Attention Summer 2025 guests. During the summer months there is a six night minimum. Sunday check-in, Saturday check-out.

Languages:

English