Is golfing your bag? Brush the dust off your clubs and
visit the fine golf courses in the area.

  • The Quest - (989) 422-4516;
    119 Questview Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
    Praised by the Detroit Free Press as one of the top 10 public courses in the state. An impressive yet friendly design by P.G.A. star Ken Green Features Michigan's longest bunker!
  • Pine View Highlands Golf Course - (989) 366-7726;
    4761 W. Houghton Lake Dr., Houghton Lake Meticulously maintained 18 holes amidst towering red and white pine, rolling terrain with panoramic views of the Lake.
  • White Deer Country Club - (989) 366-5812;
    1309 West Houghton Lake Dr., Prudenville, MI 48651
    18 holes of relatively open, flat play with enough obstacles to challenge both the new and seasoned golfer at this
    resort-style course.
  • Burning Oak Country Club - (989) 821-9821;
    4345 Redwood Dr., Roscommon, MI 48653
    18 holes Championship course over a wonderland, wooded layout
    complete with driving range.
  • Fox Run Country Club - Grayling
  • Pohl Cat Golf Course - Mount Pleasant Set amidst white pines, century-old Red Oaks, and groves of birch and hemlock, wetlands and the meandering Chippewa River, featuring the northern most authentic USGA best sand bunkers.
  • Dream Golf Course - (989) 345-6300;
    5266 W. M-76, West Branch, MI 48661

SPRING AND SUMMERTIME RELAXATION
You'll enjoy picturesque Northern Michigan with its well-worn deer trails, pine covered ridges and sandy lake shores, far from the noise of traffic and businesses. You'll marvel at Michigan's largest inland lake, famous for record catches of Walleye, Northern Pike, Bass, Blue Gills and perch.

Being the largest inland lake in Michigan,
Houghton Lake is known for its excellent water sports.
Wow! What a beach!



Nearly 300 ft. of beautiful sandy beach. Fresh sand was ordered just for you. Our shoreline offers a swimming area without a seawall. For those who enjoy relaxing in the sunshine, you will love the beach, as it is equipped with chaise lounge chairs just waiting for you.

Check out the current weather conditions at www.wunderground.com.

For you fishermen and boaters out there, you have come to the right place. Our dock is 150' long, plus an additional 20-ft. "T" at the end. Feel free to bring your own boat as we have plenty of space either on our dock or if you prefer, we have augers out in the lake. We have additional property across the street, which offers plenty of safe, lighted parking for your trailer.
Boat Rentals
If you do not have a boat, we've got you covered. We rent 14-ft. aluminum fishing boats with or without a motor and we also have two pontoon boats. One of our pontoon boats is a "fishing" pontoon boat. This boat is equipped with fishing seats, depth/fish finder, trolling motor and a live well for your catch. Just bring your pole and let us handle the rest.



Other On-Site Activities and Fun & Games:
For those of you who prefer staying close to home, there is enough activity right here on the property. Enjoy fun and games such as badminton, basketball, campfire pits, croquet, ping pong, school yard swing set and slide, kiddie swing set and play equipment, shuffleboard, tetherball,
splash boat and water volleyball. Additionally, our large circular asphalt driveway provides ample space for
bikes, skateboards, scooters, roller blades and
remote control toys.

Nearby Activities and Sights to See:
There is so much to see and do; it is impossible to name them all. There is a church of every denomination, amusement parks, canoeing, casinos, dancing, golf, horseback riding, Michigan's most unique movie theater, miniature golf, roller skating, tennis courts and more. All these with doctors, dentists, ambulance Service, State Police, laundromats, restaurants and shopping centers to serve you. Sights to see include the Lumbermen's Monument, Ogemaw Game Reserve, "Big Mac" spanning the Straits of Mackinac, Mackinac Island, Lake Michigan Shoreline, Sand dunes, virgin timber at Hartwick Pines, the Call of the Wild Museum, 175,000 acres of State Land for hiking and exploring.

 

AUTUMN SPLENDOR
The beautiful colors
of Autumn set the hillsides aflame in
striking contrasts to the deep greens of evergreen forests and make a lasting impression in the minds of all who are fortunate enough
to visit us in the Fall. The color is at its peak in September and early October.
Fall-Fun-Fest is held annually in September. Also, the Michigan Firemen's Memorial Festival is held annually the third weekend in September.

Enjoy a fall color tour, which begins right at our back door. What fall time experience is complete without touring the vivid colors of Michigan's beautiful landscapes?




            A SPORTMAN'S PARADISE

Houghton Lake is well known for it's fishing, deer, duck, other bird hunting and trout streams. Approximately 175,000 acres of state land surrounding Houghton Lake offer a variety of cover to accommodate all types of hunting.


An Ideal location for skiing, snowmobiling and Ice Fishing. Miles of groomed Snowmobile and Cross-Country Skiing Trails. Houghton Lake is the hub for numerous snowmobile trails. Snowmobiling from your door with the trails located within one mile. Excellent ski slopes nearby. Houghton Lake is the home of "Tip-Up Town, U.S.A." This winter festival is held annually, the third and fourth weekend in January.

 


 Woodbine Villa
 12122 West Shore Drive
 Houghton Lake, MI 48629

 Phone: (989) 422-5349
 Fax: (989) 422-4424
 Email Stephen and Lorri Press


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