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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
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Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 162800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

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Howell, MI
  • Howell's MainStreet Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tanger Outlets Howell
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • The Majestic at Lake Walden
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Howell

Located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Howell's MainStreet Winery, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Tanger Outlets Howell. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Howell's MainStreet Winery - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Tanger Outlets Howell - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Mt Brighton Ski Area - 14 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Brighton Center for Specialty Care - 15 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • The Majestic at Lake Walden - 22 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jonna's Country Corner Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake

Heron Home is the perfect retreat for any season. A short drive (or 30-minute walk) to award-winning downtown Howell. Get that up north feeling without the long road trip! Located on all sports Thompson Lake, enjoy your own private dock and three kayaks for your personal use, or the nearby access to a public boat launch and beach. Family gathering? Dining table seats 12, or add the kitchen table and counter stools for even more.

The large backyard with its breath-taking views, has a built-in firepit, built-in gas grill (no tanks required!), a wood stove, and a hot-tub! Watch the resident swans, herons and muskrats while truly relaxing. It's the perfect setting for family and friends.

Other features:
* Primary bedroom with King bed and ensuite with double showers and a jetted tub
*Main floor bedroom with King bed; second floor bedroom with two full beds
* Bonus room above garage/games room with one King and 2 twin beds.
* Large dining table to host your family gathering (seats 12), kitchen table seats 6, terrace table seats 8!
* Great spot for family reunions, staycations, girls trips, or bonding with friends.
* Separate game/lounge room with ping pong, shuffleboard
* Full pull out sofa and third full bathroom in games room.
* Full pull out sofa and desk with monitor in the 2nd floor loft
*Fully stocked kitchen, beach towels, laundry, puzzles/games/toys, pack-and-play, insect repellant, sunscreen and more.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

Property manager

Steve Parkhill

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Howell, close to Tanger Outlets Howell, Howell's MainStreet Winery, and East Crooked Lake.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake have a hot tub?

Yes, this cottage has a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.), which is 27.5 mi away (42 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bishop Intl. Airport (FNT), which is around 26.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

Yes, every accommodation at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nolan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

Stellar place to stay with friends, plenty of space and a big yard in the back for activities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family celebration!

We had a great family celebration, lots of fun for all ages. There was plenty of room for ten of us. The house was clean and perfect for our family! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Michigan graduation celebration

Just perfect!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Very lovely lodge home with comfort .Loved sitting outside by the evening fire and listening to all the animal night life sounds of the sandhill cranes and frogs singing there songs. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

autumn g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This place is absolutely stunning. Provides a great place to spend with your loved one’s!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing House and Great Owner

The property is pristine, the location is amazing, and the owner is so incredibly easy to work with. And, the game room is awesome! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaliyah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin!!

Such an amazing property!!! We enjoyed everything & the view of the lake and birds was really nice! I would definitely book again & have already been recommending others to book. Thanks so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avery P.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Year’s Eve Wedding

My brother and sister in law recently got married on New Year’s Eve and we were looking for a place where all of our wedding party could stay after. We found this listing and it looked very spacious, cozy, and like the perfect place to host our group. The game room connected to the garage was such a nice addition to keep us occupied on the snowy new year and to keep some toddlers busy. There was plenty of space to sleep all of our guests and to host breakfast the next morning. The host was more than helpful when trying to arrange a bag drop off before the wedding. Steve was very punctual when responding and made sure that our stay went smoothly. I could not recommend this place more! Thanks again to Steve for letting us stay at your gorgeous home!)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well stocked for big family gatherings

I think this place would be a 5star in the summer. Very clean and loved having actual bedrooms for quiet-time & privacy. For the winter months there are no outdoor amenities like a pull sled for littles but we noticed tons of outdoor amenities for use in summer. The garage space is detached. Had to carry babies for nap time in and out of the 10 deg temps. And never could get the garage very warm. For teenagers, the garage space would be perfect! But for toddlers/infants-a little tough. Bring a baby gate for the stairs if you have crawlers. High chair was fabulous. Easy to clean. There are only 2 bathrooms in the main house & the upstairs one is through a bedroom. Not a huge deal, just good to know when you have just-potty trained ones along with older folks who can’t use the stairs well. The kitchen is very well stocked with appliances and pots/pans kitchenware. The long dining room table is VERY nice. Plenty of pillows and bedding and blankets. Very nice to have an iron and ironing board as we all needed it before heading to the wedding. Sandhill cranes were just outside and the babies loved watching them. I would book this place again for my extended family of 4 generations if ever in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our family holiday get together.

We had an absolutely perfect family weekend at Steve's wonderful home. Steve is the perfect host, very responsive, flexible, and was so sweet to decorate the house for us. We had a gang of kids who loved the hot tub and the game house. Excellent place for chatting, watching football, eating together. Just Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S., North Port, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday House

Our family, from near & far, gathered together to celebrate the magic of the season. Enjoyed the game room, hot tub, roaring fires inside & out, games and meals together at the table that held 12 easily, with a kitchen that allowed many cooks to work side by side. There was something for all ages 🎄
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family lake stay

House is beautiful Steve is easy to get in contact with and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great gathering with friends

It was a great place to get away for a weekend. Lots of room, good activities, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very pleasant

Beautiful property, owner was very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience for 7 buddies on a football weekend

This property lived up to every expectation. Beautiful, clean, fun and easy access. 7 older guys who travel once a year for a football weekend had a great time. Really was perfect. The host is very helpful and hospitable. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf trip

We had a little weekend golf trip with the guys and this was the perfect place to relax and unwind after a round. Drinks outside by the lake and hanging out in the hot tub were amazing. After golf the games continued in the game room with a ping pong tournament and some nostalgic video games. All 14 of us were able to sleep comfortably with the provided rooms and beds. There were also extra air mattresses and pull out couches if we needed. We had a great time and will be back if our next golf trip leads us to this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay highly recommend

We had an excellent time vacationing at this property. Great accommodations and all the extras were great. Hot tub was kept very clean and we enjoyed it very much. Property was very large and well kept, plenty of room for yard games and just relaxing in the sun. Fire pit was also great in the evenings under the stars! This location did not disappoint and the extra bedroom in the game house was a great bonus! Would definitely recommend to others. Thanks so much for the welcome gifts and hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda H., Ann Arbor, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Experience "Up North" without the long drive to get there

Stunning house, classy, clean and new looking, great for multiple families. Good fishing and boating and a great backyard to play Whiffle ball or any other sport for the kids. The backyard to the lake is flat, not steep like so many lake houses. We plan to go back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family on the lake

We loved our stay on Thompson Lake. The house was perfect for our group and was just as it was described. Steve was very responsive and helpful. The house was comfortable, clean, nicely decorated. We loved the wildlife, especially the swans and heron. My grandson fished off the dock and everyone enjoyed having use of the kayaks. My son made pizzas on the out door fireplace and we used the fire pit to roast hotdogs and make s'mores. We hated to leave and hope to visit again. Thanks for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard R.

Great Facilities for Family but Not Clean

The facilities were appropriate for our extended family group but were not properly cleaned for our arrival. There are 3 bathrooms and the mold in the primary shower was a big issue. Also, the on/off valve handle was loose and needed repaired. The primary bathroom counter was dusty and had hair on it. The floor in the dining area was dusty and there were clothes in one dresser drawer. The recycled bin was full and several lights inside the house were burned out. Also, the natural gas fireplace in the family room kept going out after it lit. The property had great potential, but the cleanliness was lacking and detracted considerably from our enjoyment. The property owner said he would address the cleanliness, but he did not.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great annual trip with four families.

Very clean house and all amenities cared for. Beds are comfortable. Great location - short drive to local restaurants and convenience stores. Lake is a shallow. But also not very busy so easy to tube off of a boat. Lots of room for larger groups.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house!

We absolutely enjoyed our time at Catalina Cottage! The house is perfect for everyone and the view was amazing. Such a peaceful stay for our daughter's graduation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kyle and Marie Wedding

We were in town for a family wedding in East Lansing with the reception at Crystal Gardens in Howell. Perfect property and location for out of town large families traveling to stay and relax for an event or reunion. 2 Bedrooms upstairs in the main house and 1 bedroom downstairs and 1 large bedroom with bunks with a full bathroom in the garage. The cousins enjoyed the game room in the garage - complete with ping-pong, table shuffle board, video game console, and wet bar. Hot Tub, Kayaks, and fire pit outside - gas grille … we’ll equipped and maintained. Owners were responsive and helpful! Highly Recommend! 5 Stars John and Kristin, NJ
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samah S., Dearborn, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway with the family

Our family stayed at this house in early March and we had a great time. The home was spacious but cozy with all the necessary amenities we needed for the weekend. The kids loved the board games and the garage/game room space was a huge hit! The weather warmed up just enough for us to be able to enjoy the kayaks on the lake and the warm sunshine. Hot tub was great and overall it made for a fun, quick little family getaway to break up the monotony of the day to day. We had a tiny little issue with the bulbs in one of the bathrooms and the owners were quick to respond and come out to replace the bulbs. They were also very responsive to messages. Thanks again for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place For The Whole Family

We had a great time. Plenty of room for everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023