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Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior
Smart TV
Smart TV
Perched on the tranquil shores of Lake Briggs, this lakefront studio cottage invites you to unwind in its serene surroundings. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private deck overlooking peaceful waters, or spend a cozy evening by one of multiple firepits under starry skies.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 3550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage boasts a heated floor (bathroom) and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a sofa bed, and other amenities include a patio and a Smart TV.
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. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Brighton cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Subject to security deposit

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not ideal without stable footing and balance

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
2 parking spots. Visitors park elsewhere

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: 2 parking spots. Visitors park elsewhere
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 area

Map
Brighton, MI

What's nearby

  • Brighton Center for Specialty Care - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Legacy Center Sports Complex - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Mt Brighton Ski Area - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Suburban Collection Showplace - 16 min drive - 23.5 km
  • University of Michigan - 24 min drive - 36.1 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 22 min drive
  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Island Lake State Recreation Area and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Huron River. Brighton Center for Specialty Care and Brighton State Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathleen F.

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

Amazingly quiet and beautiful

The cottage was beautiful and clean. The outdoor space was great as well. The kids had to be very careful not to hurt themselves on the debris on either side of the property in the water. Easily avoided if you see them first. We had an incredible time. Thank you for the use of kayaks and paddle boards.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

There is a lot of possibilities here. It was a clean place with lovely views. However, it needs some attention. The entry (from road to unit) is tricky, and the handrail isn't stable. There isn't lighting at the top, so I'd recommend including in the listing that it is highly recommended to arrive and/or depart in daylight. The water wasn't drinkable, and the freezer doesn't work. I recommend mentioning this in the listing, so folks know to bring drinking water and don't count on ice. The firepits weren't usable upon arrival. The neighbor was kind enough to weed for us to use the lower one (weeds were at least 2 feet tall. The TV stopped working and response was slow (and not too helpful) when we were staying.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

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

Nice Lakefront Studio Cabin

Pros: The location was great and the view of the lake was beautiful. That and the cabin being pet friendly was our reason for staying here. The size was perfect for two. It was really nice having the Keurig and washer and dryer. Host was very responsive and tried to resolve the heating issue below and we are very thankful for this! He did reimburse us for the cost of a portable heater. Now some cons: The freezer did not work but the just did send us a note the day before. The heated floors in the bathroom advertised were not connected or did not work. The main gas heater did not work, the pilot would not stay lit. The low that first night was 30 and the cabin was really chilly even though we were using the two portable heaters that were there. It was late in the day and the only solution was for us to go to the store and purchase another heater which was inconvenient after traveling that day. The handrail down the path to the cabin was shaky and coming apart in places and the path down just needs cleared. There was also a lot of dust on the ceiling fan and beams. Just a FYI, The bed is a Murphy bed and the mattress is very firm. Not terrible but too hard for me. There are two parking spots but it is narrow so just be aware for when you are pulling in and out. Overall I think it just needs a little TLC. We enjoyed being able to visit our family in the area and see the fall colors at Kensington which was only a few miles away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Clean little property with a few nice bells and whistles

Property has pretty much everything you need and even a few neat features like heated floor in the bathroom and remote control ceiling fan. The murphy bed could use some extra cushion but wasnt bad. Overall nice stay and caught plenty of fish in Briggs Lake from one of the provided SUPs.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charlie C.

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

Beautiful lake, great host, quaint cottage

The host and lake were fantastic. The property itself is also very nice, but renter should be well aware that it is certainly more of a decked out studio cottage than a lake house. All of the amenities are up to date, though there is no oven and fridge is small (freezer was not functioning while we were there). The lake is clean and water was warm in August. Great for swimming. Paddle board, kayak. Neighbors are friendly. Fire pit at sunset with fishing and cold drink was awesome. 25 min drive if you want to go into Ann Arbor for dinner one night. I would stay here again if I were looking for a small cottage for a quick weekend getaway. I believe the price was fair for the quaint cottage setup.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Casey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

cottage with peaceful lakefront views

My husband and I stayed here for 3 weeks. The property is lakefront, which is excellent. We kayaked almost everyday after work. It is a sight to see during sunset. I recommend this place for a quick weekend trip. It’s not great for longer stays. For example, the kitchen is lacking an oven/toaster oven despite their being baking pans. Other essentials like measuring cups are missing so cooking is tough. You’ll likely want to eat out in Brighton. Also, this place is a true cottage so things will break, leak, and work inconsistently but that won’t be as noticeable during a shorter stay. The neighbors are friendly and the lake is very peaceful. Plus the owners supply the property with little essentials like qtips and beach towels which makes life easier. This spot is dog friendly which is fantastic. We brought our dog but beware if bringing a senior dog or if you have physical limitations, the steps to/from the cottage can be wobbly and steep. Otherwise, we had good communication with the host and he sent someone right away when something broke.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miren G.

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

Love

Such a beautiful cottage, totally updated and right on the water! Super comfortable bed and amazing location! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee & Mike Y.

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

Hidden Gem

We had a great time. Location was great and easy to get to. A lovely cozy lake cottage. Owner was very responsive. Perfect place to unwind and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry R.

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

The Best of Briggs Lake

This place is amazing and a great reason to visit the area. It was THE perfect place to stay. Lakefront, with million-dollar views. Quiet neighborhood with walking/jogging trails. The studio is well-appointed with a comfy bed, comfortable furniture, full kitchen with mini fridge and freezer. Full-size W/D tucked in the bathroom. Great wifi and ample amount of TV channel selections. Plenty of towels including beach towels. Stand-up paddle boards and two kayaks. What a wonderful way to start or end the day. We enjoyed roasting marshmallows and sipping wine around the bonfire too. Had our breakfast on the deck. Close to Brighton for supplies or a meal. Be sure to stop at Clean Slate for a unique experience of homemade ice cream flavors. My husband and I agree, that this cottage will be our go-to when visiting Michigan. Thank you, Daniel, for opening your cottage to us. Until next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful lake cottage, beautifully decorated! We enjoyed our stay so much, as we were able to relax on the deck and at the lake front fire pit. Catching a lot of fish and the paddle boards also added to the fun. Thank you again to the property owners for sharing a slice of their paradise! GO BLUE!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022