801 Shoreline Drive Houghton Lake, MI 48629 8822

Tucked just off the shoreline in a fun, walkable lakes-area neighborhood, this charming 2-bedroom cottage offers an easy, low-maintenance way to enjoy everything the Houghton Lake area is known for - boating, beaches, golf, and year-round Up North getaways. The home is approximately 660 sq ft, with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, making it an ideal weekend retreat, a turnkey furnished (optional) escape, or a simple full-time “lake life” basecamp. Relax on the deck and take in the lake view, then head down to nearby access points for days on the water. The property is not waterfront and does not include a private dock, but it has public road-end lake access and a block walk to Good Days Marina for securing a seasonal slip - ideal for buyers who want boating convenience without the maintenance of dock ownership. Inside, the layout lives comfortably with an open, cottage-style feel and practical updates that support a “lock-and-leave” lifestyle. It's features also note a gravel drive, a small, low-maintenance yard, and a shed for extra storage. Furnishings are noted as able to stay, making the move-in transition easier. Love local recreation? You're close to classic Northern Michigan fun - Lakeland Recreation (mini golf, go-karts, dining, ice cream) is less than a mile away, and The Quest Golf Course is about 1.6 miles away. For beaches, parks, and launches, the area offers multiple public options, including township parks such as Lakeview Park (pavilion, fishing dock, kayak launch) and nearby public boat launches listed in local tourism resources. Sullivan Beach, Kevin Sperry Memorial Heights Park, Lakeview Park. Whether you're looking for a simple escape, a furnished cottage to enjoy immediately, or an investment-friendly layout that fits the area's vacation-demand profile, this Shoreline cottage delivers big-lake lifestyle at a small-cottage scale - minutes from the water, close to dining and everyday conveniences, and ready for four-season memories.