Lake houses in Higgins Lake

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Top-rated houses in Higgins Lake

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Home in Roscommon

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

*Waterfront/Beach/Hot Tub/Boat Mooring@LittleBear*

Little Bear welcomes you to a true up north experience in our lake front getaway with sandy shores and private lake access. The entire property is renovated it has heat/air conditioning, & private sandy beach, 220' of dock, swim platform, toys/yard games, kayaks, paddle boards, a jet ski available for rent & boat mooring rights for your entire stay. Look over the lake eating dinner on the terrace complete with seating/eating area for 12+guests! No one will be at the main house during your stay.

Sep 4 – 11

R7,962 ZAR per night
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Home in Houghton Lake

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

River Vista

Calling Michigan enthusiasts, fishermen, boaters, outdoors lovers, and family gatherings, to beautiful River Vista- a quiet, private location, perfect for Up North getaways. The living room features a gas fireplace and roomy leather sectional, while the dinning room provides comfortable seating for 16+ people with panoramic views of the stunning water and shore. Two refrigerators and a game room provide you with everything you need for a memorable visit. Perfect for gatherings of any kind.

Mar 20 – 27

R12,897 ZAR per night
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Home in Kalkaska

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

North Blue Lake Escape - A Winter Wonderland!

Come stay away at N Blue Lake with over 50 ft of lake frontage & private dock, boat launch 1/4 mi from the property. Year-round fishing in abundance. Less than 1/4 mile to access Blue Bear Trails & Kalkaska Co. ORV and hiking trails. Visit nearby Hartwick Pines. We are also a short drive to Traverse City, or Schuss or Boyne Mountain for skiing or golfing to experience all things Pure Michigan! Other golfing and canoeing available within just 15 minutes. See more @up_northbluelakeescape !

Apr 4 – 11

R4,715 ZAR per night

Popular amenities for Higgins Lake houses

Higgins Lake houses

Guest favorite

Home in Roscommon

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Higgins Lake Vacation Home

Dec 18 – 25

R1,344 ZAR per night
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Home in Roscommon

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Gray Stone Manor - .25 Miles from Higgins Lake

Jun 6 – 13

R2,567 ZAR per night
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Home in Roscommon

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

2 BR 2 Bath Peaceful All-Season Retreat

Nov 6 – 13

R3,590 ZAR per night
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Home in Roscommon

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Twiggy Higgy

Mar 4 – 11

R2,993 ZAR per night
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Home in Grayling

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

*Highest view on Lake Margrethe! Spring fling!*

Sep 19 – 26

R5,594 ZAR per night
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Home in Houghton Lake

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Lge 3BR 3 BTH Lakefront Gem with Spectacular Views

Nov 3 – 10

R3,636 ZAR per night
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Home in Roscommon

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Higgins Hideout

May 18 – 25

R4,518 ZAR per night
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Home in Richfield Township

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

Cozy 2-bedroom cottage close to trails & beaches

Oct 21 – 28

R1,999 ZAR per night
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Home in Roscommon

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

Lakefront Roscommon Home w/ Dock, Patio, & Games!

Oct 4 – 11

R13,721 ZAR per night
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Home in Denton Township

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews

Cozy 2 Bedroom home

Feb 12 – 19

R1,761 ZAR per night
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Home in Roscommon

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews

Lakefront*ice fishing*Higgins Lake*family fun

Apr 25 – May 2

R19,849 ZAR per night
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Home in Roscommon

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

2 miles from ORV Trails w/ Game room

Oct 4 – 11

R3,474 ZAR per night

Higgins Lake fishing houses

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Home in Mancelona

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

MI Black Bear Lodge - Comfort in the Woods

Jan 11 – 18

R3,869 ZAR per night
Superhost

Home in Houghton Lake

4.7 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

Houghton Lake Cabin

May 31 – Jun 7

R3,230 ZAR per night
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Home in Grayling

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews

Lakefront cottage, beach & dock on Lake Margrethe

May 6 – 13

R9,724 ZAR per night
Superhost

Home in Denton Township

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Reel North on Houghton Lake

Sep 1 – 8

R7,640 ZAR per night
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Home in Houghton Lake

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Mallard Duck Retreat at the Lake

Dec 2 – 9

R2,477 ZAR per night
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Home in Houghton Lake

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

"The Betty" at Houghton Lake

Jan 30 – Feb 6

R2,661 ZAR per night
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Home in Roscommon

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

“Whit’s End” Higgins LAKEFRONT Creekside 5b 2.5ba

Oct 22 – 29

R6,628 ZAR per night
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Home in Houghton Lake

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Serenity Lake Front Cottage

Nov 12 – 19

R5,184 ZAR per night
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Home in Houghton Lake

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Family-Friendly Cottage on the Lake

Dec 20 – 27

R4,986 ZAR per night
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Home in Richfield Township

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Home by the beach

Dec 14 – 21

R2,029 ZAR per night
Superhost

Home in Lake

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews

Maple Street Cottage

Jan 10 – 17

R2,464 ZAR per night
Superhost

Home in Houghton Lake

4.78 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviews

Lake Front Family Fun Getaway

Jan 26 – Feb 2

R5,498 ZAR per night

Higgins Lake vacation rentals

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Guesthouse in Houghton Lake

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews

The Love Shack❤️Cozy Cute 4 Seasons Getaway

Jun 24 – Jul 1

R1,976 ZAR per night
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Cottage in Grayling

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews

The Morel Cottage

Aug 26 – Sep 2

R2,473 ZAR per night
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Cottage in Roscommon

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

🔥Bonfire☮️Peaceful🏝Higgins/Houghton⛵️Boating

May 16 – 23

R2,906 ZAR per night
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Cottage in Roscommon

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Higgins Lake getaway

Oct 15 – 22

R2,730 ZAR per night
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Cabin in Grayling

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Cozy Cabin - Trails Galore

Dec 13 – 20

R1,811 ZAR per night
Superhost

Chalet in Roscommon

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Beets Cottage pets welcome, open year round

Aug 18 – 25

R3,280 ZAR per night
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Cabin in Richfield Township

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews

Cute Cabin in St. Helen, Close to ORV trails

Jun 24 – Jul 1

R1,189 ZAR per night
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Guest suite in Grayling

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 233 reviews

Holy Waters Hideout

Apr 21 – 28

R2,333 ZAR per night
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Cottage in Houghton Lake

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Iroquois Lakeview -Steps from the lake!

Jun 25 – Jul 2

R2,346 ZAR per night
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Cabin in Mio

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

On The Banks of The Au Sable Cabin

Aug 31 – Sep 7

R2,760 ZAR per night
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Cabin in Grayling

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Little Bear Lodge (Grayling area) 🐻

Oct 19 – 26

R2,109 ZAR per night
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Cabin in Grayling/Gaylord

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 414 reviews

Secluded log cabin with acreage + all the comforts

Oct 17 – 24

R2,361 ZAR per night

Your guide to Higgins Lake

Welcome to Higgins Lake

This nearly 10,000-acre, spring-fed lake is the tenth largest in Michigan as well as one of the deepest. It’s often named one of the most beautiful lakes in the country thanks to its stunning turquoise waters. The color is due to the lake’s curious lack of plant life. With hardly any algae to muck up the water, it remains clear through to its sandy bottom, reflecting that signature Caribbean blue hue. Just a handful of residents live on Higgins Lake full-time — too few to comprise a proper township. But there is a post office here, as well as a shared sense of community with the rest of Roscommon County. Coupled with nearby Houghton Lake and Lake St. Helen, this trio of county lakes draws tourists for great fishing in their clear waters. Higgins Lake, especially, with its 21 miles of shoreline, is a hotspot for catching perch, trout, crappie, pike, walleye, bluegill, smallmouth and largemouth bass. The only thing that rivals the incredible fishing in Higgins Lake are the awesome sunrises and sunsets over the water.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Higgins Lake

Higgins Lake and its neighbors shine in the summertime, but true to the American Midwest, where winter stretches for several months, locals make sure that their longest, coldest season is just as fun. Every February, Houghton Lake hosts the state’s longest-running winter festival: Tip Up Town USA. There’s snowmobile drag racing, an ice fishing contest, a winter 5K race, and a polar bear plunge. July’s Roscommon Riverfest features live music, cardboard boat races, and more. There are even more festivals spread throughout the spring and autumn, when stunning fall color reflects vividly against the crystal-blue lake waters.


Top things to do in Higgins Lake

South Higgins Lake State Park

Split in two by County Road 100, this 1,000-acre state park makes up for its relatively small size with a variety of terrain worthy of exploration. Stretching across a mile of Higgins Lake’s south shore, the park is covered in a dense forest of maple, oak, and pine trees, with a massive, 400-site campground.

North Higgins Lake State Park

About half the size of the southern-bordering state park, North Higgins Lake State Park is located on what was once the world’s largest tree seedling nursery. Check out the Higgins Lake Nursery and the Civilian Conservation Corp Museum to learn about this old-world industry. Eight miles of trails and a popular swimming beach round out the park.

Seasonal festivals

Beyond the draw of the lake itself is the flurry of festivals that take place over the course of the year. From art fests in the summer to multiple Christmas festivals in December, and even festivals dedicated to local birds and fish, Higgins Lake and the surrounding Roscommon County community know how to celebrate.

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