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Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel

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Consider a stay at Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel

Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cottage has a garden and barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This Pinckney cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • 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: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

Located in Pinckney, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hudson Mills Metropark and Pinckney State Recreation Area, while The Encore Theatre and Purple Rose Theatre are cultural highlights. Visit our Pinckney travel guide
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Pinckney, MI

What's nearby

  • Paradise doesn’t mean tropical
    Huron River
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Michigan which includes outdoor art and street scenes as well as a couple
    University of Michigan
    25 min drive - 38.0 km
  • U of M Hospital as a Backdrop to a green field
    U of M Hospital
    26 min drive - 35.8 km
  • If you are ever lucky enough to attend a Michigan Football game, do it! The atmosphere is incredible and you’re surrounded by 110,000 plus if your closest friends :) 

Try to tailgate before the game! Bring a car to the golf course early as it fills up fast!

There is a no bag policy so make sure you have pockets! It may not look huge from the outside but when you walk in you’re at row 70 out of 96! So there is a long way down to walk!
    Michigan Stadium
    27 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Suburban Collection Showplace
    34 min drive - 54.1 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station
    25 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Frosty's Icecreamery
    7 min drive
  • Wendy's
    7 min drive
  • Zukey Lake Tavern
    9 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Huron River and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Hudson Mills Metropark. Pinckney State Recreation Area and Arise Dog Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

James W., Fort Myers

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

Lake Getaway

Couldn’t have asked for a more accommodating host. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. View of lake and canal in back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Phillip T S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Cottage is Accurate

The biggest problem we had was the property description on VRBO was not accurate. Instead of 3 queen size beds a futon and a spa tub, the property had 2 full size beds and 2 full size futons and a small shower. However, as you read through the description you noticed this. Once I informed the owner of the inaccuracy, it was corrected quickly. The place was clean. It is definitely a cottage style inside. The furniture in the common area with the TV was not very comfortable because the cushions were so thin, but the cushions in the fireplace room were newer. The doors on the 2 bedrooms would not latch closed and would stay open just a crack. The shower, was perfectly functional but small. There are plenty of plates and silverware but no dishwasher so you have to wash it all by hand. No biggie for us, but thought I should mention it. We were in town for a wedding and did not attempt to use the lake or look at the availability of the water toys. As far as the neighborhood goes, there are quite a few signs all around that are anti short term renting like VRBO. Again, we never tried to use any of the neighborhood common areas and had no contact with anyone from the neighborhood. It suited our needs if only barely. If you bring some kayaks or use the lake there in the summer, it could be a nice vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, close to the paintball event we came for!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a former cabin that has been very nicely renovated. It has charm with a fireplace and a porch. The kitchen is great, but in addition, it has everything you can imagine! The washer and dryer are great. Beach towels are included and are stored separately from the bath towels. There is a firepit, paddleboat, grill, beach toys. The beach is 150 yards from the cottage. Everything is easy! Show up, bring your bags, and you are all set. The host is very easy to deal with. I forgot my key one day and there was a new one there within a half hour. Very nice people who are very easy to deal with. They understand customer service. We lived there almost two months. If we have another job in the area, we will surely try to lease this property again.
Stayed 54 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Great house!

House was great, cozy little cabin. The hosts were very helpful and answered any questions we had!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

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

Relaxing setting with great hosts

I really enjoyed relaxing while looking at the canal. The house was clean and we had plenty of room at the dining room table for both of us to work remotely for a few hours. The hosts were very responsive and friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Renters Beware

The property itself is great, but in desperate need of a renovation. That’s not my biggest issue. The biggest problem is that VRBO’s are not welcome at Fox Point 1. There are signs everywhere stating VRBOs are not allowed at the lake or park. The people in the neighborhood shouted “Private Beach” at us while we were there. I feel if this had been disclosed in the description it would have affected my decision to rent here. It was not a relaxing experience. That’s why 3 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024