Cottage in Michigan
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this cottage rental
Beautiful newly renovated 2 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath Lakefront Cottage on Michigan's largest inland lake! Over 52 feet of private frontage for our guests to enjoy and experience. Fish or swim from the dock. "The Pickled Pike" sleeps up to 6 guests - Master Bedrooms has a king bed, Bedroom 2 has 2 twin beds that can be made into a king. Sofa sleeper in the living room. Fire pit outside. Please bring your own wood.
Great fishing year round. Check out the photos of our fishermen.
If bringing a boat, please tie up at the designated area by the bumpers as the dock is reinforced there. There are no cleats attached to the dock, however the dock posts stick up well enough to tie off too. Please understand you are responsible for properly docking your boat in the designated area (by location of the boat bumpers). The welfare of your boat is your responsibility, and we recommend your boat be pulled out during rough weather.
Many Houghton Lake family attractions nearby including miniature golf, go-carts, and batting cages.
Convenient to many mid Michigan attractions, including Higgins Lake State park, Clare County Fairgrounds, Mt. Pleasant casino, Traverse City, and more.
We have 4 outside cameras for security purposes.
Camera 1 is located on the SE corner of the cottage monitoring the deck and backdoor
Camera 2 is located on NE corner of the cottage monitoring the dock.
Camera 3 is located on SW corner of the cottage monitoring the side yard
Ring doorbell camera is located by the front door to monitor the front deck and driveway
Great fishing year round. Check out the photos of our fishermen.
If bringing a boat, please tie up at the designated area by the bumpers as the dock is reinforced there. There are no cleats attached to the dock, however the dock posts stick up well enough to tie off too. Please understand you are responsible for properly docking your boat in the designated area (by location of the boat bumpers). The welfare of your boat is your responsibility, and we recommend your boat be pulled out during rough weather.
Many Houghton Lake family attractions nearby including miniature golf, go-carts, and batting cages.
Convenient to many mid Michigan attractions, including Higgins Lake State park, Clare County Fairgrounds, Mt. Pleasant casino, Traverse City, and more.
We have 4 outside cameras for security purposes.
Camera 1 is located on the SE corner of the cottage monitoring the deck and backdoor
Camera 2 is located on NE corner of the cottage monitoring the dock.
Camera 3 is located on SW corner of the cottage monitoring the side yard
Ring doorbell camera is located by the front door to monitor the front deck and driveway
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Michigan
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsThe property is very clean, cozy, and well-equipped with everything you need for a relaxing stay. The hosts are attentive and accommodating, making it a perfect lakeside retreat.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
I was reluctant to share my review because I selfishly do not want others to find out about this secret gem! :-) The Pickled Pike is absolutely adorable, fully furnished, & cozy. The king size bed was very comfortable. The driveway was long enough for our truck & boat trailer, plus an additional (2) vehicles if needed. Tom & Michelle were available & communicated with us throughout our stay - although we never needed anything because their cottage was perfect. The neighbors are wonderful people too! Angelo's is a party store just down the road if you forget anything. You won't be disappointed if you book. We look forward to staying again next year.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Our family had a great Labor Day vacation at the Pickled Pike!! The vacation started with great communication with the host and continued to not disappoint the rest of the vacation. The house was exactly as described and the lake front was awesome for swimming and relaxing. The neighbors were extremely nice and their dog Henry was my sons best friend for the entire vacation. Thank you Tom and Michelle for allowing us to enjoy your vacation property. We will definitely return when our busy schedules allow us to. Thanks again!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
The house is exactly as described. Perfect location right on the lake. We enjoyed our stay and will be returning!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2023
VERY RELAXING PLACE TO STAY
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(74 Ratings)
The property is very clean, cozy, and well-equipped with everything you need for a relaxing stay. The hosts are attentive and accommodating, making it a perfect lakeside retreat.
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