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Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills

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A wooden deck with a red umbrella, a dining table, and chairs.
A house with a blue exterior, a grassy yard, and a view of a lake.
A kitchen with a gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, and wooden flooring.
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A dining area with wicker chairs and a glass table, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Onsted, MI
  • Place, Sand Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hayes State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Evans Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Onsted

This vacation home places you next to Sand Lake and within a 15-minute walk of Hayes State Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Sand Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hayes State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Evans Lake - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Michigan International Speedway - 9 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • University of Michigan - 39 min drive - 32.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flamingo Beach Grill And Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shugar Creek - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jerry's Pub & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chateau Aeronautique Winery & Blue Skies Brewery - Irish Hills - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills

Enjoy time at the lake! Sand Lake is a beautiful 540 acre lake in the heart of the rolling Irish Hills. Our west facing cottage offer amazing sunsets. Relax in the lawn chairs or float in the lake. Private dock is available for a boat. Large deck with patio set and grill offers another relaxing setting. Inside is light and airy with views of the lake from many directions. Grab a book and lounge in the sunroom, or bring your family for a week of fun at the lake. However you choose to enjoy this amazing place, you will love it and want to return.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No fireworks of any kind
No parties or large gatherings. Only 4 cars allowed
The VRBO renter is required to stay at the property. We do not accept people renting our place for someone else

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Onsted, a short 13-minute walk from Hayes State Park and also 1 minutes on foot from Sand Lake. You'll also find Hidden Lake Garden and Evans Lake within a short drive.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal), which is 27.1 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 10 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was very clean and family friendly! Sue was great to communicate with and the lake is beautiful with a great sunset view. Close to a lot things to do also.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful lake weekend with my two children. No muss or fuss. Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and well equipped. The lawn and sitting area outside are also beautiful. Parking can be a little tight. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay couldn't have been more perfect. Sue did a great job in communicating with me regarding a couple questions that I had prior to our stay. The house had everything we could have possibly needed. Sue provided a binder that listed all the details about the property plus lots of restaurant suggests. We took a short drive into Tecumseh on Saturday morning for their farmers market which was a lot of fun. There is one kayak provided at the rental, but we brought two more and had a great time exploring the lake. Although, the next time we go we will look into renting a pontoon or wave runner for some added activities, Bottomline, if you are looking for a relaxing get away in a very clean well-kept lake house check out the Welcoming Lake House on Sand Lake, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lake house was stunning! It is an amazing lake front property. It is beautifully landscaped and the interior was just as nice. We had plenty of room for our growing family! Our 3 month old granddaughter experienced her first swim in the lake and her first boat ride! (Rob’s Rentals…for our pontoon rental)Everything we could possibly need was available in the cottage except K cups for our morning coffee, but that was very easily picked up at the local grocery store! Firewood was also easy to obtain near the boat launch for the fire pit! The owners were very friendly and easy to communicate with via text or a simple walk next door! Sue and Peter were amazing and definitely show pride in their home and rental with how well they take care of everything! We highly recommend this rental property and we hope to come back next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best stay here, right on the lake with everything we needed, and Sue was an amazing host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time at "Sunset Shore Cottage" on Sand Lake. The host's were very friendly and responsive to any questions. The Cottage sits on prime lakefront real estate with sunset views and swans! Family friendly and immaculate inside. You won't be disappointed with a cottage dock and public boat access close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026