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

Unwind by water’s edge with family & friends amidst nature’s peaceful splendor – perfect for making memories that last a lifetime.

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Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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.

Property manager

Steve Parkhill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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 the lake
  • On the waterfront

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

  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Howell, MI

What's nearby

  • Howell's MainStreet Winery - 4 min drive
  • Tanger Outlets Howell - 11 min drive
  • Brighton Center for Specialty Care - 13 min drive
  • Mt Brighton Ski Area - 14 min drive
  • The Majestic at Lake Walden - 23 min drive

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
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous lodge for up to 16 with hottub & games room on all-sports Thompson Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Howell's MainStreet Winery and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tanger Outlets Howell and East Crooked Lake. St. Joseph Mercy Brighton Health Center and Brighton State Recreation Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Joey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family vacation!
We had a delightful time together as family at this beautiful cabin! Highly recommended and would definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Stacie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place For The Whole Family
We had a great time. Plenty of room for everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We had a fantastic stay. The house completely met the needs for our multi family group. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Family Trip
The home was beautiful and we enjoyed all the amenities. It was perfect for our family trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Michelle W., Oceanside

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time at the lake
We really enjoyed Catalina Cabin for the holidays. We got quick responses from owner when contacted and everything was set up perfect for our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
Great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aradia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot!
Super cool place! Very clean, they had everything we needed available and made our trip easy. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryjane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our first time to the area we are from Pennsylvania. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the lake and taking out the kayaks. The hot tub was amazing !!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harding Reunion
This place was wonderful. It was perfect for our group. Space for all and enough activities to keep 3 grand daughters happy/
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolai D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yearly friend gathering
Perfect spot to host for family/friends and have a "summer camp" sort of vibe. Would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD K., kokomo in

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake house
Everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving 2023
Mix of adults and children (ages 1-13) all had a very nice time. Large Kitchen area was accommodating for large group food prep. The game room was a popular place for all ages. It was a great place to spend Thanksgiving week.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hallmark House Had it All
Family from California to Florida gathered for Christmas Holiday at what we dubbed the Hallmark House. Our stay was the best! Plenty of comfy beds, a large well-equipped kitchen, swans on the lake, a cozy fire, games and puzzles, a warm hot tub, s’mores by the outside fire—all contributed to our perfect visit! Our host could not have been more responsive to any questions! We would definitely stay again at this fantastic house!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family getaway…
The house was beautiful and rustic but with every amenity that you could ask for. It had all the necessary tools to make family dinners and restaurants close by if you didn’t want to cook. The fishing was wonderful and our grandkids became bonafide fisherman on this trip. The swans and ducks were fun and the game room was an extra that all enjoyed! We loved our entire stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Len V., Black Diamond, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Reunion Venue
Large, spacious, well-equipped cabin on a lake that is great for kayaking and fishing. Cabin is equipped with three kayaks, table tennis, video game station, fire pit, corn hole and hot tub. Plenty of comfortable sleeping, table and chairs for 16, large kitchen, fireplace, laundry, three full baths, and plenty of board games make for an unbeatable family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S., North Port, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Howell Holiday
Family ages 3 to 72 loved their stay at this lovely home. Something for everyone; hot tub, jetted bathroom tub, outdoor and indoor fireplaces for example. The open concept allowed us to have space but stay connected while we played games, baked cookies and watched football. The home and grounds were well maintained. Hope to visit area again😊
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for many people.
Great place for large dinners and hanging out. With the water so close with kayaks it’s great! The coffee maker seems broken so perhaps bring your own. And the lake is so nice, just know if you want to just swim off the dock there is a lot of seaweed that comes up to the surface, so best if tubes are brought. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of places for fun
Lots of space and options for entertainment, both indoors and outside. Loved the hot tub! Great place to bring the family together. And we're all Will Ferrell fans! 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Beautiful house on a serene lake. Worked great for our large family coming from 3 different states. Game room was loved by all since it was cold!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Familt Reunion
The property is very nice, spacious and well thought out. It's obvious that the owner is a seasoned host- the only thing we needed to bring was food. Catalina Cottage will not disappoint.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P., Carlisle, KY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome family gathering place
We celebrated an early Christmas at the property with grandparents, kids and grandkids. It worked out great for everyone. We could have the quiet area in the house for the babies to sleep and nap and enjoy the game room and the bunk room above in the garage for those who wanted to stay up late and play games and laugh.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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