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Escape to Tranquility: Lakefront Cottage Just Minutes from Ann Arbor, MI"

Lakefront cottage with water park and Hot tub

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape to Tranquility: Lakefront Cottage Just Minutes from Ann Arbor, MI"

Lakefront cottage with water park and Hot tub
Along with a water park, this smoke-free cottage has Access to hot tub and laundry facilities. Other amenities include barbecues. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Whitmore Lake cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include a water park and Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Janet

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number 2448214

About the area

Map
Whitmore Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • The Links at Whitmore Lake - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Legacy Center Sports Complex - 10 min drive - 11.3 km
  • U of M Hospital - 14 min drive - 17.2 km
  • University of Michigan - 14 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Michigan Stadium - 16 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 12 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Witch's Hat Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hamburg Coney Restaura - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Captain Joe's Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to Tranquility: Lakefront Cottage Just Minutes from Ann Arbor, MI" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to Tranquility: Lakefront Cottage Just Minutes from Ann Arbor, MI"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Tranquility: Lakefront Cottage Just Minutes from Ann Arbor, MI"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Tranquility: Lakefront Cottage Just Minutes from Ann Arbor, MI" located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from The Links at Whitmore Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Huron River and Legacy Center Sports Complex. Indian Trail Golf Center and Island Lake State Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Escape to Tranquility: Lakefront Cottage Just Minutes from Ann Arbor, MI" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Very comfortable lakefront cottage in quiet neighborhood. Perfect for small family gathering and close to several area attractions, shopping, etc. Great in-between location to visit other family in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Beautiful location on the lake. All the amenities you would need. Great communication with the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We loved our stay! thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

We had a relaxing stay, everything was great especially the beautiful scenery!…The lake, the jacuzzi, the fire pit…it was all just so wonderful! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

This home was perfect for a nice relaxing getaway. The location was quiet and peaceful with a beautiful lake view.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Nice place, comfy beds; enjoyed hot tub; easy ride in and out of Ann Arbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

Wonderful place. Right by water and easy access to main road.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Just what our family needed! The location was simple and stunning 😍 We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We had a lovely time at the lakeside home. The hot tub was wonderful to use after a day of swimming and kayaking on the lake. The neighbors are friendly and we were able to check out some nearby restaurants. I recommend both The Witches Hat Brewery and Zingerman’s Roadhouse. We had a fabulous stay and the home was clean and comfortable for our party of six.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Exceptional property with a beautiful view. Excellent communication with the host from booking until we left the property. Host also went out of her way to accommodate us by not raising the rates as our stay was during a college football wekend. Thank you again!amajorcollege game.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

We very much enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

My husband and I celebrated our 10th Anniversary here. From start to finish, our host was wonderful. The environment was cozy and inviting. The views were beautiful and watching the evening come while sitting in the jacuzzi was just what we needed. We will be coming back! The stay was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Beautiful spot, definitely would book again. The host was very responsive to an issue with the water softener. Location was great, close to Ann Arbor so we did some museums on the weird air days and rain day…
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Great time on a beautiful, quiet lake. Kayaking everyday, we had the entire lake to ourselves. Enjoyed the hot tub at night. Great views from this nice cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

I truly felt as if I went to heaven. We highly recommend staying here. Nice walk out on a sandy bottom . Did swim everyday. Spring fed lake. Used paddle boat everyday. Did take out kayak one day too.Went in the hot tub twice a day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Really enjoyed staying at the cottage as an alternative to a hotel in Ann Arbor. Our daughter who is a graduate student at U of M came and stayed with us too. Cottage had plenty of space. We enjoyed the kayaks, swimming and hot tub. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

One of the most peaceful weekends we’ve had in a very long time. Neighbors are great, cottage is comfortable, and the lake is beautiful. Kayaked every morning and had a fire every night. Everyone is extremely friendly and Janet is responsive and great, as well. Will be requesting to book, again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

One of our best trips to MI... This cute cottage was one of the highlights of our long weekend! Janet has literally thought of everything, it made our jam-packed-trip so much less stressful. Gorgeous lot, fun lake toys, (felt like) new beds, and the neighborhood & lake is quiet & quaint. We really hope we have the time to visit again soon! Thank you Janet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

2nd time staying with Janet and Tom!!! So many wonderful memories!! Hosts are THE BEST!! The lakefront cottage is perfect for a get away, family time or a relaxing vaca!! Neighbors are great…sunrise-sunset this cottage has everything you need. We ate all our meals here, played board games, watched movies and played all day in the water…smores on the fire pit!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We looveeee this place. The lake is perfect, with it's firm, sandy bottom and it gets deep pretty quickly for swimming. The owner is very responsive to questions (we had no problems) and has everything set up just right. The hot tub is so nice, and the trees provide a natural umbrella if you want to stay in it during a light summer sprinkle. I'm sure we'll be back again! (This was our second time)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

This cottage and property have everything you need for a lake house getaway with an "up-north" feel. The cottage is very clean and functional, the lake is great for swimming, and the hot tub was a great bonus. We enjoyed using the kayaks and paddle boat as well. The yard is spacious with room for kids to play. The host was very responsive. I'm sure that we will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The place was great. The grandkids loved the fishingand swimming Lots of great kid fishing right from the shore. It is a little hard to tell from the pictures, but there is a wonderful sandy beach for kids to play on! Everyone used the kayaks and paddle boat. The paddle board was a big hit. A lot of S’more’s were eaten around the campfire. The the owners provided wonderful, beach towels, and many assortment of beach toys Including a lily pad. We are from Ann Arbor and our daughters and their families come from out of town each year for a week. We would definitely rent again. And who doesn’t love a HOT TUB!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

I can't say enough about how much we loved this charming little place. The owners obviously take great pride in sharing their home with others, from the cleanliness of the grounds, house&beach to the lovely decorative touches throughout. The owners are super responsive to all questions. The beach is fantastic. Very firm sand makes walking in&out of the perfect temperature water easy peasy. I can't think of anything negative to say and we are in the process of booking it for next year. Thank you so much for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

My family stayed here from 2/19-2/21/2022. Everything about our stay was wonderful. The property was exactly as described, very clean, and well equipped with essentials for a few days. We loved having movie nights in the family room, relaxing in the hot tub and having breakfast in the sunroom. The neighborhood was nice and quiet too. The kids loved playing in the front yard and walking onto the frozen lake. Tom and Janet, thank you for your hospitality and quick responses whenever I messaged you. Truly, such a memorable little trip for us. We were only about 40 minutes from home but the getaway was exactly what we needed. We plan to be back again, perhaps in the summer to enjoy the lake. Thanks again! Highly recommend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

This property is a model for how all VRBOs and the other rental company that I can't name here should be. It is clean and well put together. Everything worked (I've been in properties where minor things like having to jiggle a toilet handle had not been handled by the owners). We stayed here for my son's graduation from EMU. U-M had their graduation the day before and rentals in Ann Arbor were asking for up to four figures per night for the weekend. I appreciate that you didn't do this and, frankly, it was nice staying a short distance from the craziness. If ever come back to visit in the summer, I would stay here again and use the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023