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Loving Life at the Lake

Family-friendly vacation home in Black River with a hot tub

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TV, foosball, table tennis
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 153700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Black River, MI
  • Place, Black River Beach Park and Boat Launch
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Lights Arena
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Black River

Within a short walk of Black River Beach Park and Boat Launch, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Lake Huron. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Black River Beach Park and Boat Launch - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lakewood Shores Resort - The Gailes Golf Course - 45 min drive - 30.3 miles
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 47 min drive - 30.5 miles
  • Beaver Lake - 49 min drive - 23.6 miles
  • Northern Lights Arena - 49 min drive - 31.6 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosa's Lookout Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪North Swamp - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Help - ‬15 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.

Loving Life at the Lake

NOTICE: City ordinance states that quiet time outdoors must begin at 11 PM. Violation of this ordinance can result in loss of deposit. No fireworks are allowed to be set on the property with the exception of the Fourth of July.

We request that no one feeds the seagulls on the property or at the shore line.

Enjoy a Quiet Beach Retreat in North Eastern Michigan.
This Lake Huron Beach House is located 5 Miles North of Harrisville, and just North of the Sturgeon Point Lighthouse. Pristine sand and stone beach just steps away. This home was newly built in 2018 at 3700sq ft. Contemporary styled beach front home like those found on the Gulf Cost nestled in the trees and natural surroundings of North Eastern Michigan with many wonderful views of the lake from virtually every window of the home.
FIRST FLOOR: Large entry with sitting area and laundry room. Fully equipped kitchen with large walk in pantry. Dining room with seating for 8 and island bar with additional seating for 3. Large DUAL living area with sectional sitting, arm chairs and 65” flat screen wall mounted TV and adjoining conversational seating area with loveseat and two rockers. Walk out deck with ceiling fan just yards from the waters edge. Large bathroom with glass enclosure walk in shower. (lake views from every room)
Bedroom #1 - 1st floor bedroom with two queen size beds.
SECOND FLOOR: Huge DUAL living area with additional sleeping space including one futon, one pullout sofa and one sofa/roll away bed. Another 65” flat screen wall mounted TV and game table finish out this space. Large bathroom with glass enclosure walk in shower and large Jacuzzi tub. Second story walk out deck with plush cozy patio furniture and ceiling fan create the perfect evening lookout point.
Bedroom #2 – 2 Queen size beds
Bedroom #3 – 2 Queen size beds
Bedroom #4 – Master 1 Kingsize bed

GAME ROOM: Flat screen wall mounted TV, Pool Table, Ping Pong Table, Foosball, Card table and Seating. Just outside is the 2nd fire pit (Game room is located in separate building behind the garage so the night owls can keep the vacation going without disturbing anyone)
OUTSIDE: In the garage you will find a kayak, paddle boat, beach toys, additional seating that can be taken to the water front, basketball court and outdoor games including cornhole and yard darts.

RV connection and parking pad next to garage

Altogether, a touch of paradise.


No pets
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No children under the age of 16 in the game room without supervision

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Loving Life At The Black River
Loving Life at the Lake Black River
Loving Life at the Lake Private vacation home
Loving Life at the Lake Private vacation home Black River

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Black River within a short 13-minute walk of Black River Beach Park and Boat Launch. You'll also find Lake Huron and Alcona Township Hall within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Loving Life at the Lake good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Loving Life at the Lake?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional), which is 28.3 mi away (48 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Loving Life at the Lake?

Yes, every accommodation at Loving Life at the Lake comes with a deck.

Loving Life at the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ethan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house right on Lake Huron! Our group absolutely loved the house and everything was in really good condition. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stefanie W.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey G.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam F.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn K.

Had a great week! Upon arrival we were pleasantly surprised with the size. Everything was larger than the pics. The cleanliness was not great. Definitely bring water shoes as the beach and water is all rocks. There is a nice patch of sand for kids to play in further up from the water. Nice quiet setting with beautiful sunrises!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby L., Freeland Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week at a remote waterfront Lake Huron house. Bring everything you will need, as you are 30 minutes north of Oscoda and about 30 minutes south of Alpena. There is a dollar general nearby and a wonderful restaurant 10 min north but true shopping is limited. The house is spacious and located just off a rocky shore beach point with great access for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, etc. Recommend bringing drinking water as well. We stayed with 16 guests, 10 children, and had ample space. The separate barn/gameroom was a great addition with all the kids. Would happily return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness

July 4th

Had a great time. Lots of room for our group of 12 & the game room was a bonus to have on cooler nights. A lot of traffic from the neighbors but they were all very friendly. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marius

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake side, good parking. Inventory kinda tired. One of the kayaks couldn't be used. Ping pong table ruined. Knife condition poor.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Week on the beach

Great location and amenities with this property
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful sunrises on Lake Huron

The house was very spacious and fit the needs of 15 people. The kitchen worked well for all the cooks. Plenty of games in game room. Very quiet setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G., Curtice ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Family time is good for the soul but adding the incredible view and calming sounds of the waves was the perfect way for us to unwind from the every day grind. The house was perfect and the outside game area was an added bonus. We can’t thank you enough for sharing this incredible property with us. Rock hunting was the cherry on top for our outdoors loving family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C., Flushing

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and location

Very nice house with great views of Lake Huron.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Annie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious home

Very spacious home right on the lake. We enjoyed our time there, but had to leave a few days early because of a family emergwncy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home and location!

The pictures of the house don't do it justice. It's better than the photos show. There's TONS of room. We stayed here for a week with our extended family. We had 10 adults and 8 children (6mths -12yrs). We spent the days on the beach exploring the rocks, kayaking the water, and enjoying the decks. The evenings were spent sitting around a fire and playing in the game room. There was enough room for us all to share meals in the kitchen and cook without ever feeling crowded. We were able to put the little kids to bed upstairs and still stay awake downstairs without bothering them. There is enough seating for everyone. The upstairs loft area with the pull out couches is massive. The kitchen has everything you could need when it comes to cooking. The cleaning closet was stocked with everything we needed (even though we brought all our own). There wasn't a pack n play or high chair (but we brough our own so this wasn't an issue). A quick drive down to Harrisville for ice cream, playground, and live music was nice. The nearby dinosaur park was a huge hit with the kids. Alpena was a 30 min drive away for a mid week Meijer trip. There was plenty of extra blankets to use for throw blankets while we sat on the deck in the evening. I wish I could attach photos because it seriously was the best house/location. This house had it all and has TONS of space for large groups to have their own space and still spend time together. We all agreed we would definitely be back. Love this space!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and great location

This house turned out to be exactly as advertised. Loved the porches and the views of the water. Lots of living space and an excellent kitchen. We were also surprised at the number of good places to eat that weren't too far away. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, spacious house

Location cannot be beaten - the lake is right there and even though the shoreline is rocky, we really enjoyed the water. We all got water shoes before arriving and that was enough to allow kids and adults to enjoy the water. We also used the paddle boat and floats - appreciated that we didn't have to bring our own! The house was spacious! The upstairs living room was such a bonus with young kids as we could really spread out. Great communication with the property manager and owner. As others have shared, it's clear some of the neighbors don't like renters but as long as you follow the rules, drive slow, and mind your own business, you should be fine. The kitchen could use some larger bowls and a cookie sheet, but nothing that kept us from enjoying the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Views

We had so much fun. The house is beautiful and the view everyday is breathtaking. Owner was easy to reach and everything with checking in was smooth. Lots to do with rock hunting and using all the games in the garage. Just keep in mind the water is all rocks but a beach is close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place to come together

A beautiful site, lakeside with the rising sun. The furnishings and appliances were just fine. Four related families with pleasant accommodations. Lots of room. Although the beach, like most of Lake Huron, is rock covered that is where the children spent most of their time in various kayaks and floats. A state park is a short drive for those needing sand. The game room was popular and provided a separate place for friendly, family competition. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view!! Overall a good stay

Pros: Overall we enjoyed our stay at the house. The view and proximity to the water is absolutely outstanding. We made good use out of the kayaks and spent a lot of time rock hunting, cooked many meals in the large kitchen and had dinner together and played games at the dining table every evening. The bedrooms are all large and the beds were comfortable. The area was fantastic for birding and the neighbors were all friendly. The owner was responsive to messages. The fire pit on the beach made for scenic marshmallow roasting and late night stargazing. Cons (and FYIs): The internet connection is pretty bad (for anyone that might need to do remote work while at the house). The house didn’t appear to be truly deep cleaned and the game room was definitely not cleaned since the last people stayed there. Some of the amenities we were expecting in the game room were lacking. For instance, half of the bean bags for corn hole had holes in them, and the basketballs were mostly deflated. But still a lot of other toys to get into! There is also no longer a second fire pit by the game room. The biting flies were bad a couple days we were there. That’s the reality of this part of northern Michigan tho! Just be advised. The water pressure is pretty bad, and the water very much tastes like well water so bring your own bottles if that’s not your cup of tea. We also weren't able to use the soaking tub bc the seal wasn’t airtight and allowed the water to drain before it would fill. Note that the nearby “town” of black river doesn’t really exist. Harrisville does have a few small stores. So bring most everything you’ll need with you to the house. Overall: The house is big for large families, and has the MOST beautiful view of the lake, but for the price I was expecting a bit more attention to detail. But I’d consider renting here again especially if the owner addressed some of the concerns above.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

2021 The Ville Girls

The house is gorgeous. Very spacious. Fully stocked kitchen and spices. The decks are large and the beach location is perfect. It’s extremely rocky so not ideal for sunning and swimming, but perfect for searching for Petoskey stones, having a bonfire, and enjoying a book while listening to the waves hit the shore. This is our annual girls weekend. We go somewhere new each year and this house, by far, was the nicest. Large spaces for us to talk and play games each evening. We had a great time and made memories that will last a lifetime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family lakeside vacation

Beautiful setting and plenty of living space in the home. The whole family was able to enjoy all of the outside toys - kayaks, paddle boat, pool table, foosball, ping pong, corn hole games. We had a campfire every night ! Lots of memories made here!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Bradley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall it went well

House is nicely sized for larger groups, the pole barn was a huge plus for our trip. It rained a few days on us. If you can get past the neighbors flexing their year round “resident muscle” and don’t mind a very rocky beach.. you’ll have a good time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Karin I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Dishwasher was broken, toaster was in poor shape, wash cloths should be replaced ,no ping pong balls, or cue balls for pool table. Minor problems that did not prevent us from having a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good time in the big blue house - Sep19-26, 2020

Our family of 9, ages 6 months to 70+ had a good time here. We enjoyed the quiet location, the newly built home fully stocked with kitchen wares. The spacious 4 bedrooms and 2 living rooms. We enjoyed walking + biking in the low traffic area. The children enjoyed the game room everyday. We totally enjoyed our stay at the big blue house.

10/10 Excellent

Tom V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Up north trip

We absolutely enjoyed our stay. Plan on coming back next summer

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