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Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor

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A bedroom with a large bed, two windows with blinds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a rug on the floor.
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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove. There is a small island with a sink and chairs.
A wooden deck with a white outdoor bar cart, a bottle of wine, glasses, and a bowl of fruit.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a dining area with chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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South Lyon, MI
  • Place, Whitmore Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Moose Ridge Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Legacy Center Sports Complex
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

South Lyon

Located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Whitmore Lake, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Moose Ridge Golf Course. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Whitmore Lake - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Green Oak Lake - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Moose Ridge Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Huron River - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Legacy Center Sports Complex - 8 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 20 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dua Vino + The Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Witch's Hat Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor

Relax with family and friends at this peaceful lakefront retreat, tucked into the end of a quiet residential street with a quaint canal to the west and sweeping lake views. Just 20 minutes from the Big House (U of M Stadium), 5 minutes to downtown South Lyon, and 15 minutes to charming downtown Northville.

You're close to everything without ever feeling like it. Tee off at one of Oakland County's many golf courses, swing by Busch's Fresh Food Market for groceries, or try Aubree's for the pizza locals rave about (both just 5 minutes away). Perfect for a quiet solo escape, small family gathering, or a memorable weekend with friends. Enjoy the lake, relax on the dock, and gather around the firepit once the sun goes down. If you like to fish, bring your poles, there's great fishing right off the expansive dock. Live bait is available at the nearby ACE Hardware (a 5-minute drive). Inside, the home is bright, clean, and modern.

If you're looking to venture out onto the lake, we have three kayaks available to rent for $75 per stay (paddles and life jackets included), which helps cover upkeep. A quick waiver is required to use them, just let us know if you're interested and we'll send it your way along with payment details.

Please review our full house rules before booking. A couple of things to know: the person booking must be a guest staying at the property and provide matching ID, no additional visitors or pets outside those approved on your reservation, parking is limited to 2 cars in the driveway, and we're not able to host commercial photography or events at the property.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, an ironing board, and a kitchen island.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

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

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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place used towels in the shower stall, not with the trash or bedding
Return any items you moved, such as deck chairs taken to the beach, to their original spot
Hand wash and put away any dishes you use before you leave
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet hours 10pm-8am. Trampoline/coop next door isn't ours. Fires only in beach pit (fireplace inoperable); douse when done. No fireworks.
Swimming/kayaking at your own risk (no lifeguard). Kayaks rent for $75/stay, waiver required. Bunk beds used at own risk, use caution on the ladder.
Required to secure booking: renter stays on-site, matching photo ID, full names of all guests, written rules agreement. No visitors without approval.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in South Lyon, close to The Lyon, Legacy Center Sports Complex, and Moose Ridge Golf Course. You'll also find Huron River and McHattie Park within a short drive.

Is this vacation home associated with 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 include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

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 25.6 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.), which is around 20.2 mi away.

Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Small but comfortable house with a nice view on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place at a great price. Fit our crew of 8 for our annual reunion and game at the Big House. Only wish Michigan played better.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Having stayed in the place back in July I knew there were new owners. They cleaned up the yard a bit, renewed the dock, put hooks in the bathroom to hang towels, and other touches to make the place cozier. Fishing was great off the dock. The bonfire was excellent, we did smores and hotdogs. The neighborhood is very friendly. Several came over to ask us if we were the new owners. I felt a real sense of community here. That small town feel. Turns out we booked at a weird time, when the neighborhood was replacing a bridge (the one and only exit and entrance to the neighborhood). Before arriving the host told us the bridge would be closed from 8a to 2p. A member of the HOA board came to inform us it would be closed at least until 5p. It was a working vacay for me, and I had a thing in Toledo that evening and couldn't risk being stuck in the house, and the host was kind enough to refund us a night's stay so that we could stay somewhere else. We couldn't work out a 1 night stay elsewhere (every traveler knows the pain of check in at 3 or 4, and check out at 10 or 11) so we had to get a 2 night stay nearby.. which was fine. that wasn't a big deal and when we travel we factor in for extra expenses. with all that confusion about the bridge, I would still recommend this place and would definitely go back
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2026