Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway!
Cottage in Houghton Lake, MI
10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this cottage rental
Enjoy everything Northern Michigan has to offer at the Romanski Retreat! Summer is gorgeous up at the lake with boating, swimming, local beaches, fireworks, bbqs on the extra large back deck, campfires under the stars, local craft fairs, air shows, and you may even catch the Northern Lights!
Fall and Winter activities include hunting, ice fishing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing. The home is perfectly located to enjoy Tip Up Town!
The space
Romanski Retreat features a welcome area with all house information, a local guide for your convenience and a place to chill your beverages. The home has 2 bedrooms, one being a bunk room that sleeps 6 and a master that sleeps 2. There is 1 full bath with an extra large shower and a built-in hairdryer. The living room has a couch with a chaise and converts into a full-size bed to sleep two extra guests. There is a large flat screen with Roku available as well as a variety of board games and books. The full sized kitchen is equipped with all major appliances, a duel coffee maker that makes a full pot or individual cups, a dishwasher, and all things needed to make any meal. There is also a charcoal grill available outside for a BBQ!
Other things to note
The home comes with a dining table and chairs on the back deck as well as lounge seating to enjoy the fresh air. There are additional camping chairs, beach chairs, life jackets, sand toys, and a cooler for adults and children located in the shed. Cornhole boards are also located in the shed for you to enjoy. There is a pack-n-play located in the bunk room for families traveling with little ones, and a portable high-chair!
If you have any questions we didn’t answer please don’t hesitate to ask. We would be happy to provide you with any information that we can to make your stay as memorable as possible!
Fall and Winter activities include hunting, ice fishing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing. The home is perfectly located to enjoy Tip Up Town!
The space
Romanski Retreat features a welcome area with all house information, a local guide for your convenience and a place to chill your beverages. The home has 2 bedrooms, one being a bunk room that sleeps 6 and a master that sleeps 2. There is 1 full bath with an extra large shower and a built-in hairdryer. The living room has a couch with a chaise and converts into a full-size bed to sleep two extra guests. There is a large flat screen with Roku available as well as a variety of board games and books. The full sized kitchen is equipped with all major appliances, a duel coffee maker that makes a full pot or individual cups, a dishwasher, and all things needed to make any meal. There is also a charcoal grill available outside for a BBQ!
Other things to note
The home comes with a dining table and chairs on the back deck as well as lounge seating to enjoy the fresh air. There are additional camping chairs, beach chairs, life jackets, sand toys, and a cooler for adults and children located in the shed. Cornhole boards are also located in the shed for you to enjoy. There is a pack-n-play located in the bunk room for families traveling with little ones, and a portable high-chair!
If you have any questions we didn’t answer please don’t hesitate to ask. We would be happy to provide you with any information that we can to make your stay as memorable as possible!
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Houghton Lake, MI
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
such a great house! felt very comfortable. house had a up north log cabin feel
8.0 / 10.0
We used the house primarily to sleep when we were not golfing or visiting friends on the lake. All good on that end.
10.0 / 10.0
My family stayed at Romanski for three days over the Fourth of July; there were 7 of us in total.
Though the cottage is small, there is a ton of charm, sleeping arrangements were easy due to a room with two bunk beds, and they have one of everything.
Want a wine cooler? Got it. Keurig? Yep. Porch seating with a pergola and an outdoor fan? Fire pit? Charcoal grill? Kids toys? Fully stocked kitchen and grilling utensils? Children's plates? They have that too.
Just about the only thing Romanski doesn't have is central air. However, they do provide several tilt-adjustable floor fans that worked some magic for us during our stay. We also brought a box fan and placed that in the front window of the living room which really helped to keep things cooler.
There is a shed in the back with even more goodies. Cornhole, kids toys, etc.
The only thing anyone in our family had to say as a negative was the mattresses. The master bedroom mattress is rock-hard. Additionally, one of the bottom bunk mattresses slopes, so you find yourself rolling to one side.
These were minor inconveniences to us - as we spent quite a bit of time on the back deck, grilling, or spending time nearby at Houghton Lake.
I would stay at Romanski again and highly recommend it to families or groups of friends who want a nice retreat with a lot of charm.
8.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed our stay. Close to the heart of town but none of the excess traffic that comes with it. A lot of small items included for the deck and in the kitchen and bathroom. The back deck is a really nice area to relax on and we were able to accommodate a family of six. The only negatives from our trip stem from the weak internet signal in the home and not having AC. To be fair, it was a very hot weekend and there are several
fans available in the home. We made the most of those negatives however and still had a very nice trip. We would book again when we come back to the area.
8.0 / 10.0
This cabin was decorated SO adorable and had everything we needed and more!! The renters were very prompt with all communication! Location to Houghton Lake was just across ( the main ) road. The heating is not ideal, as the vent blows into the living space only. So when the heat is on, you were literally sweating while trying to watch a movie or playing a game. But if you shut the bedroom doors/bathroom door it is very chilly. Please keep in mind we only kept the heat at 66°. The room with the queen bed, was where my husband and I slept. The mattress is VERY firm. Just not what we are used to, but if you prefer a firm mattress, it will be perfect for you! Location was not ideal. Yes just a quick walk across the street to the lake, but it is located across the street from a business that constructs sheds. If sleeping in is for you, you might want to consider a different rental property. They begin their work, even on Saturday mornings, by 8 AM or earlier. Other than these issues, like I mentioned, this was a very well taken care of, adorably decorated, clean rental property!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Houghton Lake?
The average price for a rental in Houghton Lake is $196 per night. This rental is $11 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway! pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Romanski Retreat | Beautiful Lake View Getaway!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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