{"id":15649,"date":"2020-09-26T17:24:50","date_gmt":"2020-09-26T23:24:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/?p=15649"},"modified":"2026-03-30T09:04:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T15:04:44","slug":"marvelous-michigan-vacations-16-gorgeous-lakes-to-book-a-lake-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/marvelous-michigan-vacations-16-gorgeous-lakes-to-book-a-lake-house\/","title":{"rendered":"Marvelous Michigan Vacations: 16 Gorgeous Lakes to Book a Lake House"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/michigan-lake-house-rentals-big-family.png\" alt=\"Best Michigan lakes  to rent a lake house for big families\" class=\"wp-image-15844\" style=\"width:300px;height:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/michigan-lake-house-rentals-big-family.png 600w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/michigan-lake-house-rentals-big-family-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/michigan-lake-house-rentals-big-family-300x450.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Michigan is the ideal state for a family lake house vacation. Not only does Michigan border on four of the Great Lakes, but it also boasts many smaller lakes where you can rent a beautiful lakeside house that&#8217;s big enough for your big family.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/eekim\/36048276493\/\" title=\"Black Lake at Sunrise\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/4352\/36048276493_3e5bb4e5f4_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Black Lake at Sunrise\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-black-lake\">Black Lake&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Black Lake offers activities for adults and children of all ages. There&#8217;s plenty of fishing, both via boat and from the shore. Older children can enjoy the excitement of an ATV or even a jet ski.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:black-lake-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74\/@45.207469618689665,-84.74192296074219,45.68534558462974,-83.99622593925781,10z?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Black Lake Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/brookward\/50252491358\/\" title=\"Above Burt Lake\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/65535\/50252491358_3e6d24e704_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" alt=\"Above Burt Lake\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-burt-lake\">Burt Lake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With miles of sandy shoreline and a prime location in Michigan&#8217;s Inland Waterway, Burt Lake is the ideal spot to begin a family adventure. The Inland Waterway alone boasts 38 miles of open water to explore. There are bike tours, hiking, and exciting seasonal events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:burt-lake-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Burt Lake Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/kretyen\/6179455456\/in\/photolist-aq4jPs-51FQze-p3QwHo-oU5kux-53FL4b-e57mnx-57H9vW-e9N676-eZP8Ay-2h39pu-tMMDi-dcjY5E-ew2N5C-2h38HJ-eZP1r5-5nD6wN-ff9s4N-xXdkC-7a5FAx-5j4zEr-57H9Am-5iyoCZ-nKo1Ui-e3oZzC-peNsTN-z2qPzY-dSyxCc-5iXof8-5sFURk-oQzmhD-4Ti5ig-5hPwEU-e35Lpv-7451YT-e2RE7B-53Bwoe-2iH9ngc-e1hhhZ-4YmnJV-2iH55hM-yMdQqg-cyZ57J-PTGQKD-PTGRna-e1vFKk-55eYbv-e361az-a8e3QX-a1SuDn-8AeTEa\" title=\"Bring me home\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/6173\/6179455456_9f441388fc_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" alt=\"Bring me home\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-crystal-lake\">Crystal Lake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Situated in Benzie County, Crystal Lake lives up to its name with almost 9,870 acres of sparkling water, and sandy beaches that make it perfect for swimming. Boating of all kinds is available and there are plenty of fish. The area also offers biking and other activities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:crystal-lake-golf-club-beulah-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74\/@44.54274523787602,-86.31538107216794,44.784977120740315,-85.94253256142575,11z?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Crystal Lake Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/brostad\/3112421347\/\" title=\"Elk Lake\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/3262\/3112421347_67e891f7d8_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Elk Lake\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-elk-lake\">Elk Lake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The clear blue waters of Elk Lake are a magnet for boaters and fans of fishing. The lake is nine miles long and set in some of the most spectacular scenery in the state. Whether you&#8217;re hiking amid fall foliage, enjoying a dip on a hot summer&#8217;s day or enjoying some exciting winter sports, there&#8217;s something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:elk-lake-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Elk Lake Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/scottb211\/35907570873\/in\/photolist-WH2FPx-bBgRRt-6LdH6p-uKEirZ-6Lhdym-vq4mbP-6LdMgU-6LgkNw-6LgYLq-6Lc2ZX-6LdCir-6LdFtZ-6LhNEm-314sUj-6Lgj1C-6LePqY-6Lg8d5-6LcURi-6LcRs8-6LaF2k-6LcSXX-6LcD2k-6Lhfps-6LgV6N-6LgEKG-vqfBkz-6Lhx5U-6LdiqB-6LgPq5-6Lcuui-vq8cdS-6LdHoy-8ewvRv-2ZZ3ie-8ewjR2-314g4b-314xpW-314AyN-314rkd-315ykq-2ZZSZp-6Ldrcz-6Lc6oM-6LhHSy-6Lgh3J-6Ldkbx-6Lhp2j-6Lg9S9-6LddEc-6LhEzJ\" title=\"Higgins Lake\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/4346\/35907570873_a13729c561_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"400\" alt=\"Higgins Lake\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-higgins-lake\">Higgins Lake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the largest lakes in Michigan, Higgins Lake is famed for its clear blue water and sandy shoreline. There&#8217;s plenty to do, with fishing and all kinds of boating available. Explore nature trails through the nearby national parks, or simply rent a pontoon boat and enjoy a lazy day of swimming and sunbathing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:higgins-lake-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Higgins Lake Vacation Ren<span style=\"background-color:#023a52\" class=\"tadv-background-color\">t<\/span>als<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/joeross\/2962420183\/in\/photolist-5vMbj4-bjYhqi-4jVmGE-bgWDFK-bgVFot-bjXdQK-bgVT8R-bjXbvM-bgWJuB-bgVRBe-bgVHdc-bgWwng-bjXkFZ-bgVs7t-bgVLDn-4oRwcS-bjXQbV-bjXTjk-4oRHVC-bgWBY4-bjXRdt-bjXSfB-4oRzYw-4hwSuY-4oMugD-4oMtSZ-4oMv5T-4oMAc4-4oRyQU-bjYkMP-4jRk6r-bjYixp-bjYuiB-6engn1-bjYgg8-6enhHj-6ei5Yx-6enfVA-3dQD5Y-6engvs-bjYnP4-bjYvrP-6enfMA-bjYpZp-6ei7AV-6enhpS-3dQAfQ-bjZbzr-8NZpLw-4jRk3t\" title=\"Houghton Lake Kayaking 10112008 13 N\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/3030\/2962420183_6974cbaaef_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" alt=\"Houghton Lake Kayaking 10112008 13 N\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-houghton-lake\">Houghton Lake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Houghton Lake is impressively clean and perfect for swimming. You can rent a sailboat, catamaran or motorboat for a day&#8217;s fishing and sightseeing, or enjoy a tour of the lake via kayak or canoe. There are jet skis for rent and plenty of excitement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:houghton-lake-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Houghton Lake Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Charlevoix-Michigan.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Charlevoix view\" class=\"wp-image-15756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Charlevoix-Michigan.jpg 900w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Charlevoix-Michigan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Charlevoix-Michigan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Charlevoix-Michigan-850x567.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lake-charlevoix\">Lake Charlevoix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Charlevoix is a little more secluded than some of the more high-traffic spots, making it ideal for a family escape. There are great activities year-round, from boat rental in the summer to winter sports later in the year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:lake-charlevoix-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Lake Charlevoix Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/matt_devicious\/8161765621\/\" title=\"sterling state park 01 beach sky line of land\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/8208\/8161765621_4766dc5641_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"431\" alt=\"sterling state park 01 beach sky line of land\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lake-erie\">Lake Erie<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With miles of unspoiled wilderness to explore and big, beautiful lakefront homes to rent, Lake Erie is the perfect location for a getaway. As one of the famed Great Lakes, Lake Erie offers every imaginable activity: boating, fishing, swimming, diving, kayaking &#8212; everything you can think of.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:lake-erie-metropark-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74\/@41.67619694403158,-83.64138273583984,42.1829473282027,-82.89568571435547,10z?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Lake Erie Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Three-Boats-On-Lake-Huron.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Huron water view\" class=\"wp-image-15758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Three-Boats-On-Lake-Huron.jpg 900w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Three-Boats-On-Lake-Huron-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Three-Boats-On-Lake-Huron-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Three-Boats-On-Lake-Huron-850x567.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lake-huron\">Lake Huron<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Famed for the beautiful sunrises that you can view over its clear blue waters, Lake Huron is hugely popular with tourists of all ages. Older children can enjoy exciting snorkel tours of the many shipwrecks in the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:the-great-lakes-maritime-center-port-huron-michigan-united-states-of-america\/filter:35\/filter:64\/filter:74\/@42.60801626250373,-86.10893043579901,46.48924816307614,-80.14335426392401,7z?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Lake Huron Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/jsorbie\/6126402496\/in\/photolist-aknq2f-pMYEej-4wqaBE-ZcBBkC-3mLFbQ-5fQPL3-ajNjkZ-4dy4Ks-4EEmZ5-nr5B2q-ahmyHM-ahpjLj-4EA22a-4dy5RY-qLWNVn-4puXCj-4EzJoa-3mEmdq-35SQzW-fSbwwx-4ZG23u-35eg3r-3upPe2-4EDXVS-4yy5UE-o66NPD-t3Kto-4puSCA-aUhDSX-4ErTaS-9ZYfKV-t3Jy5-8vE6qt-qLJB6f-ahmyEc-LyXuEG-rHJnLa-fbkDYz-4pf1S2-5tKDGr-A7YNV8-hWKtm-3e1Ei9-35ecTX-4dy5hU-FWNWCm-pPM3pP-Cm43ZJ-4oRSqx-dduXDm\" title=\"110904_8633AA\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/6079\/6126402496_39656a237c_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"428\" alt=\"110904_8633AA\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lake-leelanau\">Lake Leelanau<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The area around Lake Leelanau is famous for its wineries and orchards, its world-class golf courses, and of course the ample fishing and boating on offer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:lake-leelanau-cedar-michigan-united-states-of-america?adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4&amp;petIncluded=false\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Lake Leelanau Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/sleeping-bear-dunes-lake-michigan.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Michigan is good location for big family vacation rentals\" class=\"wp-image-15755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/sleeping-bear-dunes-lake-michigan.jpg 900w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/sleeping-bear-dunes-lake-michigan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/sleeping-bear-dunes-lake-michigan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/sleeping-bear-dunes-lake-michigan-850x567.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lake-michigan\">Lake Michigan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Michigan has many family-focused activities, with everything from kayaking on the lake to flying on a trapeze at the nearby Trapeze School. There&#8217;s also biking, hiking, and horseback riding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:lake-michigan-united-states-of-america?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Lake Michigan Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/krossbow\/1241191051\/in\/photolist-2TFqRH-2hkZ4jH-2TFmwR-2TKLTd-2TL64E-2TFuo6-2hm7LTq-2hm7J9s-2hm5AaB-2hm5eHV-2hm7Joa-2hm7Lha-2hm5xrR-2hm7K9y-2hm5xdz-2hm7LsR-2hm5dtR-2hm818b-2hm6Z6c-2hm7hJy-2hm5aAg-2hm6Y3L-2hm5vwP-2hpFSSw-2hm57hc-2hm7fWA-2hm7KE3-2hpFTj3-2hpHMhY-2hm7D6b-2hpJFDc-2hpHMtQ-2hpJFA1-2hpHMRP-2hpFSps-2hpJEtG-2hpFRNc-2hpJFaS-2hpHM1W-2hm6UA5-2hpFS8v-2hpFRK6-aYNpXi-2hmjXH7-zZ7bo-2hmdKTS-2hmbSAL-2hm8eqP-2hm86q5-2hm5HZV\" title=\"DSC02922\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/1140\/1241191051_f992612918_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"DSC02922\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lake-mitchell\">Lake Mitchell<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Large families can enjoy an exciting lake house vacation in one of the many spacious rental properties available. The lake is stocked with many species of fish and is home to a wide variety of birds and wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:lake-mitchell-cadillac-michigan-united-states-of-america?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Lake Mitchell Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lake-Superior.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Superior has vacation rentals for big families\" class=\"wp-image-15757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lake-Superior.jpg 900w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lake-Superior-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lake-Superior-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lake-Superior-850x567.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lake-superior\">Lake Superior<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Superior is famous for the many shipwrecks that scuba divers love to explore. The lake boasts swimming, all kinds of boating, and plentiful fish. 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Hiking, biking, and winery tours are all popular activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:mullett-lake-cheboygan-michigan-united-states-of-america?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Mullett Lake Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/scottb211\/48893055091\/in\/photolist-2huvFSt-ukG3Re-u3ViRE-ukFV5T-toE7a4-u3UKf5-uiaNxb-9tddB-ukG4Lk-uiaN8y-u3ViXG-totX8Y-9te7g-uiaVgG-uiaMSy-HRtNnh-u3USef-u43ZrM-9tene-u43Tgk-fKwxs5-e629JL-JCFWoG-9tdgj-u3UJSG-9teaP-9teei-9tf4H-uk6V2A-JETiJn-ekor4h-9tfoc-9tehQ-2f4GpfV-9te8v-pq4cGL-ppNzvz-ekhFr6-JCFWZb-9tfk8-9tecJ-u3UJZW-5n9gvG-JCG1Ho-26rYJEU-9te4H-ahmz8p-2f4GLtB-JCFWFW-9tefd\" title=\"Emptiness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/65535\/48893055091_16ba3514f2_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Emptiness\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-otsego-lake\">Otsego Lake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Otsego Lake offers fishing from boats or from a fishing pier, with walleye and trout being the most popular catch. If you&#8217;re looking for a winter vacation spot, Otsego Lake is great for ice fishing and other winter activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:otsego-lake-new-york-united-states-of-america?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Otsego Lake Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<a data-flickr-embed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/scottb211\/48893055091\/in\/photolist-2huvFSt-ukG3Re-u3ViRE-ukFV5T-toE7a4-u3UKf5-uiaNxb-9tddB-ukG4Lk-uiaN8y-u3ViXG-totX8Y-9te7g-uiaVgG-uiaMSy-HRtNnh-u3USef-u43ZrM-9tene-u43Tgk-fKwxs5-e629JL-JCFWoG-9tdgj-u3UJSG-9teaP-9teei-9tf4H-uk6V2A-JETiJn-ekor4h-9tfoc-9tehQ-2f4GpfV-9te8v-pq4cGL-ppNzvz-ekhFr6-JCFWZb-9tfk8-9tecJ-u3UJZW-5n9gvG-JCG1Ho-26rYJEU-9te4H-ahmz8p-2f4GLtB-JCFWFW-9tefd\" title=\"Emptiness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/65535\/48893055091_16ba3514f2_z.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Emptiness\"><\/a><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/embedr.flickr.com\/assets\/client-code.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-torch-lake\">Torch Lake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors to Torch Lake can enjoy paddle-boarding, kayaking, and other fun activities. The deepest lake in Michigan, Torch Lake offers exceptional fishing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/3208874\/type\/dlg\/https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/search\/keywords:torch-lake-michigan-united-states-of-america?petIncluded=false&amp;ssr=true&amp;adultsCount=2&amp;childrenCount=4\" style=\"background-color:#023a52\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Torch Lake Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring, summer, fall, and winter, Michigan&#8217;s lakes are the perfect destination for your big family&#8217;s next vacation. 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