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Reviews of UPDATED 2024 Furnished Guest House near Ann Arbor with beautiful views of pond.


Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shanna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Clean and quaint. No issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
My stay
Very secluded and quiet. Love the fact that my dog could run around in a huge back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2022
Thank you for choosing our Hideaway... Maybe someday you can come back for a longer stay.

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C., Dayton, OH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View & Comfortable
We loved our stay here! It was quiet, in the country, comfortable, and many accommodations for a nice peaceful getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2022
Thank you for the positive review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy place
Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great alternative from expensive AA hotels!
Lovely, quiet property and cozy cottage made this a perfect getaway for us when visiting our daughter at Ann Arbor for Parents’ weekend. While it is a little bit of a drive (~25-30 min) it was well worth it - much more affordable than ridiculously overpriced Ann Arbor hotel rooms. and beautiful peaceful setting made it thoroughly enjoyable. Would definitely return! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2022
Thank you so much for the great review and for being ideal guests!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
We were looking for a quiet peaceful weekend getaway and found the perfect place. Very comfortable and cozy. The property is beautiful with the little pond and walking paths. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing home away from home
My husband and I stayed here for a few days just after getting married. It was very comfortable and in a beautiful setting! It was so quiet and peaceful, just what we needed! Would totally recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for the glowing review. We are glad you enjoyed your post-wedding stay. Many blessings in the years ahead for you both

10/10 Excellent

Molly Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kind hosts, welcoming space
Jill and Michael were thoughtful, helpful, responsive hosts who accommodated our travel needs. The space was quiet, and we especially appreciated the walking paths near the pond and through the Forest next to the house. The location was convenient to Ann Arbor and surrounding outdoor recreation opportunities, parking, arrival, and departure were simple and smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Thank you for your kind and considerate review. We are so happy you enjoyed the property and your stay. Thank you for taking good care of the rental. Mike and Jill

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation Home
This property truly deserves 5 stars. My husband and I, our two kids (3yo and 15month old) and our dog stayed here for 5 days. The hosts were very helpful and provided us with some great local options of food and ice cream beforehand. Highly recommend the Social House 103 to anyone visiting. I truly cannot say enough positive things about this home. The house was very clean with everything you could need. The yard was very well maintained and you could tell they love and respect their property. The beach was perfect for our little girls to splash around in and our dog to swim in basically all day. As the description reads definitely bring a few garbage towels to wipe off paws and feet. There were walking trails through the woods that were well maintained as well. You really don’t even need to leave the property! The house was spacious and the beds were very comfortable. Pictures didn’t even do this listing justice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2022
Thank you for such high praises! We are thrilled you made such great memories. Please do come back!

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and place
We truly enjoyed this house. We traveled with our kids, ages 4 and 6, and our dog. We enjoyed Rolling Hills and Willow Metroparks for their pools and water parks, along with enjoying the beach at the house before and/or after a day of water. The owners were so kind and welcoming. We were so appreciative to have had the opportunity to bring along our dog, too! She just loved the trails and enjoying nature as we all did. We forgot our dog kennel and the owners were so accommodating to let us borrow one for the stay. Overall, a really wonderful experience - thank you for allowing us to stay in such a great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan Getaway
We had a great experience at this property. The hosts are friendly and so are their dogs. Our fur baby Mini Pearl loved visiting them at the fence and escaped one morning to go say hi. The beds were very comfortable, air conditioning worked great, and the living room was perfect for unwinding from our day trips to the Ford Museum, Greenfield Village, touring the F150 plant, and touring Frank Lloyd Wright homes in the area. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
My family and I enjoyed our stay at Michael and Jill’s rental! I took a quick trip to MI for my baby shower, and in between all the chaos I truly enjoyed the relaxing outdoor oasis right in the backyard! We had a bonfire one evening and my nieces went swimming in the pond during the day. Michael and Jill even provided me with some recommendations on a nearby bakery! Thanks for the wonderful stay Michael and Jill! :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean home, with everything you need. Big yard for dogs and people, very quite
All our needs were taken care of, rest and relaxation was possible. Anyone would enjoy this retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thank you for reviewing. We are glad you found your stay relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Dar L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Retreat
Nice place to get away from it all. Plenty of room for 2-4. The only thing I missed was being able to see wooded acreage & pond (landscape in back) except for porthole window in kitchen. Furnished nicely, great bathroom, well stocked kitchen. We had everything we needed! Safe surroundings! Great Bakery downtown Milan. Don’t miss that! Enjoyed the shops. Close to Brighton, Ann Arbor. Fenton. Very close to Cabellas & Bass Pro Be sure to know where you want to explore & eat prior. Not a lot of info for that in house. We hope to return! ThanK You Michael & Jill.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We do hope you will come back... We can share with you some other suggestions on what to do in the area when you come back.

10/10 Excellent

Amy K., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous weekend
This property was perfect for us! Dog friendly, beautiful country setting. Cabin was charming and comfortable. Hosts were very responsive to questions or needs. We simply had a wonderful place to stay and celebrate our daughter’s graduation!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot!
We had a wonderful time spent at this rental. We brought our dog and loved walking through the woods on the property. The space was perfectly clean and cozy. Nice hot shower! This was actually our second visit, and I know we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2022
Thank you so much for choosing our Hideaway! We are glad you enjoyed the snow and sun!

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Second Stay
This was our second stay at this lovely guest house and it was just as perfect as the first time. We loved the peacefulness of the location. We will always treasure the memories of walking the trails on the property after a snowfall. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Comfortable, Beautiful Location!
We stayed here for three weeks during construction of our new house. The cottage is well-appointed with many thoughtful touches. We had everything we needed for our stay. The property is amazing. We enjoyed daily walks on the wooded trails. The hosts were extremely responsive, helpful and kind. We found favorite local restaurants and had a great time at a local brewery. Our son is at University of Michigan and the cottage was conveniently located for our visits to Ann Arbor. We had such a good visit that we booked an additional stay.
Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2022
Thank you so much for the great review and for being such great guests. We were so happy to have you as Neighbors. If everyone could be like you we would probably consider long-term rental more often. Best wishes and keep us in mind if you ever have family visiting from outside the area. You can all gather here in the summer and have a great time.

10/10 Excellent

frankie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2021
Thank you for being great guests and for the positive review! Happy Holidays!

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is on a nice pond in a quiet area. The owners were very responsive to requests and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Haven a short skip from Ann Arbor
Lovely well appointed home on beautiful property. Thoughtful layout makes it comfortable for a family stay. Very convenient to Ann Arbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable
This is a wonderful spot. Out of town but only 20 min. drive in to Ypsilanti. Private. Great yard for our Collie and visiting Collie puppy to play. Fire pit adjacent to pond, charcoal grill which we used to cook our shish kabob on during the University of Michigan/Michigan State game which we were able to get on the t v. Umbrella covered patio table with chairs to sit outside and enjoy a fall day. Accommodations were very clean, well stocked with everything you might need, beds comfortable, heating system efficient. Owners on premises and easily available if needed but other than that just small talk when our dogs "visited" their dogs, their dogs being behind a fence. Hopefully we will have the opportunity to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of Heaven on earth
Jill and Michael were fabulous hosts. They never bothered us but were just a text away if we needed them. The house was spotless and had all the necessities. The property itself was gorgeous and perfect for hikes through the woods with the pooch. It was peaceful and relaxing and can't wait to return! Ronda & Terry & Dolly
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2021
Thank you for the great review and for leaving the house so neat and clean! You all are welcome back anytime! Best wishes for a smooth transition into your new house.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Stay!
I first selected this property 3 years ago because it was close to my relatives in Milan, and I was delighted to stay here again. The cottage is spacious and spotless, and it has everything you'd need for a comfortable visit. The property is gorgeous with walking trails around the pond, and the "country" setting makes it very quiet and peaceful. Michael & Jill are great hosts, too! Looking forward to staying here during my next visit to Michigan.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
Thank you so much for the Stellar review. We appreciate your repeat business. Have a wonderful fall and winter and hopefully we see you next year.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
We very much enjoyed our stay, guest house had plenty of space and everything we needed. Pond and beach were clean and great for relaxing. Michael, Jill, Gracie and Piper were great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
East access to Ann Arbor for any traveling fans, nice secluded property and friendly host as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mishelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great secluded family getaway
Everything we needed for a great time! Clean, well-stocked, comfortable. Our kids had so much fun playing on the beach and in the pond.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2021
Thank you for the great review... Glad you all enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Natalie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay with our puppy. We will definitely be back.
Perfect setup for a week in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mallory H., Southgate

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home and Property
This vacation was our first vacation with our new German Shepherd puppy (1 year old). All together it was my husband and I, our 5 year old daughter, 3 year old son, and our 1 year old puppy. Needless to say we knew going into this we would have our hands full, so we sought out a property that was nearby in case things went awry. We're still training her so we were looking for a property with some land and water nearby to see how she would do off leash and with swimming. This property exceeded our expectations and not only did Rosie love it but so did we. She did fantastic off leash and thoroughly enjoyed running her heart out and swimming in the pond. We all enjoyed exploring property, walking the trails and having a bonfire at night. The owners left a smore making kit which we thought was cute and thoughtful. The house was immaculate and we could tell the owners took the time to make sure whoever stayed there had everything they needed. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you would need to cook meals, plenty of towels and linens, bug spray, etc. At night when we were relaxing there was a nice movie collection to select from. The owners were great and gave us our privacy. We did not get a chance to meet Jill but Mike was very friendly and their dogs, Piper and Gracie, were so cute and tolerated our dog very well. I would definitely recommend this property for families who are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and for pet owners who love the fur babies as much as we do. Thank you Jill and Mike for your hospitality and for letting us enjoy your property. God Bless.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

T P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing quick vacation
This property was a great home away from home! We brought our two dogs and kayaked on the pond. It was quiet and very relaxing. The house was cute and had everything that we needed. When a storm blew through, it was nice to have a cool and comfortable space to wait it out. The owners were very accommodating with our senior dog's anxiety, which was very appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee C., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a get away stay.
We needed a place to stay while visiting my sister. This was the perfect place! I love places that have a hodge-podge of the things that you need but don't want to buy: pepper, condiments, and ice already made. Oh, and the dogs are sooo sweet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hideaway
House in next door to owners/host. Key was in lock box. House outside had security cam. Plenty of parking. 15 min drive to Kroger’s. Inside was clean and comfy. Extra blankets in living room chest, hotel soaps and shampoos available in bathroom, lots of cooking appliances dishes, and cutlery. The beach area was clean, combed, and water is treated with something to surprise seaweed. The no swimming sign kinda threw me but host gave permission for us. Dogs are friendly and fenced but dog was able to escape so someone scared or allergic to dogs may not want to stay here. Overall loved our stay and my kid loved having a beach in our backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josh E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owners will make it right
Property was great, the pond was clean and warm. We had an accident which caused us to go home early and the owners were gracious enough to refund us for that. They care about their customers and made that felt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert V., Holland

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
This was a great place to stay to unwind from a 2 week vacation, my daughter swam in the pond for 6 hours and loved it. Everything was clean and accurately described!

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Wooded Getaway
My family + our golden retriever had a wonderful time at the cabin. Our dog lived his best life swimming in the pond and playing with the owners' puppy. Jill and Michael were wonderful hosts, and made things easy and low stress. Definitely recommend this place for families and dog lovers!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2021
Thank you for the Great Review. It was a pleasure to host you and your family.

10/10 Excellent

Adam Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place
This is a fantastic place. Owners were more than helpful. Highly recommend and will definitely stay again when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2021
Thank you Adam. I do hope you can come back.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getaway
Went up for the weekend to celebrate my husband’s birthday. House had all the amenities and was very clean. The property owners were readily available with any questions. Would certainly book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracey Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace & Quiet among the trees
After selling our home we needed a temp place to land that welcomed our two big dogs. We feel so grateful to have found the Hideaway and connect with Jill and Michael. They have been gracious hosts and we needed the calm that comes with this place. Walking among the trees on various trails and having a beautiful pond nearby for my two fur balls to enjoy has been amazing. The house brings all the key things you need for a getaway. There is truly nothing to do but enjoy. We highly recommend this place if quiet and comfort is what you seek.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriends and dogs.
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W., Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Must love dogs.
This property is a perfect country setting, get away from the city hustle in the small yet accommodating home. Owners on site, very helpful and lots of room to run the dogs. Clean ,comfy and close enough to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2021
Thank you for the great review, we are so glad you all enjoyed your stay. Please come back any time.

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet
Was a nice change for hotels. Quiet and close to Ann Arbor & Detroit. Will come back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sargon & Saedeh T., Ypsilanti, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Cozy
We had a quiet and cozy new years eve celebration at this property. All the essentials and more are included. The best part was us being able to have our fur babies with us at no extra charge. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sherri O., Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Clean ,nice , beautiful inside and outside yard only one ☝️Down fall for me the beds was very hard if you like a soft bed this is not it
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

April H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Very quiet. Great backyard. Would come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful pet-friendly property
We were looking for a place to spend a relaxing weekend away from the hubbub. The property was beautiful with pond and woods. Our dog loved running through the woods and swimming in the pond. The owners’ dogs were super playful, great hosts and helped to wear out our pup. Our family just chilled during the day and enjoyed the unseasonably good weather. We hooked up our son’s Xbox to watch Netflix movies at night. Owners were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ronald N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay away from it all
Nice place to stay to get you away from the the city. Stayed here for a fishing trip and it was nice property parking the boat.

10/10 Excellent

ELISSA R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Trip!
We were very happy with our stay and when we go back to visit we would surely stay there again. The owners were very kind and accomidating and our dog loved the freedom he had to run around the beautiful land and woods. Next time we are hoping for nicer weather to enjoy the beautiful fire pit out back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remote cabin on beautiful property
This property is so beautiful. The clean well-maintained pond in the backyard is easily accessible and great for dogs who love to swim and run. Owners are friendly and knowledgable; photos are accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time
My family and I had a great stay here. The cabin and property were wonderful! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zoe S., Cuyahoga Falls, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
By far the BEST vacation rental I've ever been too. Location was perfect, hosts were very friendly and we all had a blast. We will definitely be back soon! You're blessed to have such a beautiful land & we appreciate you for having us. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2020
Thank you so much... We would love to have you back!