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Exterior
Exterior
Pond view from the rear of the Guest House
Pond View from West Side
Private side yard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
£115
avg per night

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Milan, MI
  • Ford Lake
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Eastern Michigan University
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • University of Michigan
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Detroit, MI (YIP-Willow Run)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining Area

Room

  • 900 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed
Price is £115 avg per night,

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Property grounds

Quiet & Rural; close to Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
8.8 out of 10, 8 reviews
The price is £150
avg per night
5 May - 5 Jun
Quiet & Rural; close to Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti

About the area

Milan

Located in Milan, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on the waterfront. William C. Sterling State Park and Ford Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Monroe County Fairgrounds and Holiday Inn Dundee-Waterpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Michigan Stadium or Yost Ice Arena. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.

What's nearby

  • Ford Lake - 22 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Eastern Michigan University - 24 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Ypsilanti Water Tower - 25 min drive - 23.5 km
  • University of Michigan - 28 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Michigan Stadium - 31 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 33 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brooklyn's Sidetrack - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Little Brown Jug - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪JRS Home Town Grill And Pub - ‬14 min drive

About this property

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

2024 RENOVATION AND UPDATES COMPLETE!

The Space: Neat and Clean 900 sq. ft. amply furnished guest home sits on over 20 largely wooded acres with beautiful views of small private 1.5 acre pond with sandy beach. Ann Arbor, U of M, Detroit Metro Airport, Cabela’s, Milan Dragway, Splash Universe, CleanWater Beach, and Historic Downtown Monroe – all within a twenty minute drive.

Guest Access: Guests make this hideaway home your very own vacation hotspot! Whether looking to stay and relax or plan to be on the go – this place is convenient with ample parking (even with toys in tow)

Interaction with Guests: The friendly hosts live in the main house on the property with their two dogs and have their own personal areas. They are available as needed but are not guaranteed to be on site at all times. Arrangements can be made for late/early check-in directly with hosts prior to arrival. Upon request Hosts are happy to provide guests their recommendations and referrals for area activities and events.

Neighborhood: Safe, secluded country setting on a paved road. The neighbors include wild turkeys, deer and the occasional blue heron. Sorry, No Hunting Permitted on the property.

Getting Around: Close to US 23, I-275 and I-94. Twenty minutes to Ann Arbor and Detroit Metro Airport, Less than an hour to Michigan International Speedway, Greektown, MotorCity, and MGM Grand Detroit Casinos and Hollywood Casino in Toledo. Enjoy Michigan Golf at any of the area courses including nationally recognized Eagle Crest Golf Course. Canoe or Kayak the River Raisin.

Other Things to Note: This home is a well-kept dog friendly vacation rental and pet owners are expected to exercise consideration. Please do not allow pets on the furniture/beds – a large crate is available upon request. Pets are not permitted to free roam the property and are not to be left outside unattended. Pet owners are required to clean-up all doggie “business” and properly dispose of. Your dog is welcome to enjoy a walk on the beach or through the trails with you, but please refrain from using the home’s bath towels for wet and muddy dogs. Please bring your own PAWS towels.

Being in the country this home is on a well and septic system. No laundry facilities, no garbage disposal and no dishwasher. The water system is adequate and has good water pressure and there is always a fresh provision of bottled water for drinking in the refrigerator upon arrival.

About This Listing: This vacation rental is located in a quiet rural community twenty miles southeast of Ann Arbor. It is nestled amongst 20+ wooded acres and has a beautiful, 1.5 acre pond that gives visitors that “away from it all” feeling, while still remaining reasonably close to everything. The home itself has a roomy full size bath with tub/shower and ample bath linens with most necessities available in case guests discover they’ve left something behind. The home has a full kitchen and separate dining area. Full kitchen features: common kitchen utensils, cook ware, coffee pot, toaster and dinner service for four. Each bedroom has a queen bed and sleeps two. The living room area comfortably seats 4-5 and basic antenna/cable is included as is internet access. The entry/foyer has a small desk, daybed and additional room for storage. Outside during warm weather seasons, guests will find a barbeque grill and patio set to sit and enjoy the sun and fresh country air. Guests can watch the sun set and keep warm on the chilly nights and roast marshmallows alongside their own private fire pit. This little vacation hide away has something for everyone.

Property manager

Michael and Jill
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
No Cats
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is UPDATED 2024 Furnished Guest House near Ann Arbor with beautiful views of pond. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at UPDATED 2024 Furnished Guest House near Ann Arbor with beautiful views of pond.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at UPDATED 2024 Furnished Guest House near Ann Arbor with beautiful views of pond.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is UPDATED 2024 Furnished Guest House near Ann Arbor with beautiful views of pond. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is within 16 miles (25 km) of Ford Lake, Huron River and Eastern Michigan University. Ypsilanti Water Tower and Monroe County Fairgrounds are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 118 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Second to None.

Everything about our stay was great. Love the location and comfortably fit all 4 of us for the few days we were in town for the holiday. Will be our go to place anytime we get back up to Michigan to visit family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald N.

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

Great stay.

Great place to stay if you have a boat and don't mind driving a few minutes to the lake. You can sleep well at night knowing your boat and gear is safe.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to Ann Arbor for the activities we were there for, but far enough away to enjoy peace and quiet. The facility was cozy, comfortablr, and had a nice kitchen so we could eat in when we didn't wish to fight the crowds (football weekend)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Great place to stay!

Wonderful place, quiet and relaxing. Loved the campfire area and pond. I would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

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

A+

The place was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

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

Beautiful Relaxing Stay

Pictures dont disappoint. House is very nice and clean along with the property. Owners are extremely friendly and helpful. This was our 2nd stay and definitely look forward to the next! Kids loved it and my dog loved it even more!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Home away from home

House was very clean, and comfortable. The area was serene and quiet with a pond in the back, and nature trails. The house even had Halloween decorations. The hosts though
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C., Dayton, OH, USA

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Lovely Quiet and dog friendly!

Nice very well maintained guest house in wood area. Drive to Ann Arbor was easy. Visited several small towns nearby and found good food and wine. Host was easy to communicate with and made us feel so welcomed. Home was spotless! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barry G., Winder Ga

Wonderful Cozy Stay

Wonderful place Well stocked kitchen Good wifi Cozy comfortable beds Super clean and comfortable house Immaculate and appealing landscaping large yard and outdoor room Quiet Neighborhood Great stay for couples, family or small group We will be back, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Julianne L.

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

Cute little house in the peaceful country!

My family and I loved this cute guest house next to the woods.The hosts were accommodating and easy to communicate with. The details in the house felt like it was really cared for. It was warm and welcoming, and very comfortable. And it may seem strange, but since I am sensitive to smells, I noticed that it smelled great but not too perfume-y, including the sheets and towels.The only thing I would have done different is to bring more drinking water.We had an enjoyable time bringing in the New Year here.Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa R.

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

Perfect bungalow for a family stay

We stayed in the cottage while visiting our daughter at the Univ of Michigan. Location was fantastic (about 25 minutes from campus) & the home was immaculate. This was a multi-generation trip with a dog so having multiple bedrooms was critical and we didn't want hotel rooms. After a long day in the sun at the Big House, coming back was the perfect end to the day. Thank you Jill & Michael & we look forward to staying with you again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

Lovely hidden spot!

Great place, very clean. Surrounded by trees, quiet place. Owners are very nice and dogs are very friendly. Good location for easy access to Detroit, by far enough away to not have any traffic. Highly recommend a local favorite spot for food and drinks called the Little Brown Jug, downtown Milan is only 10 minutes away and has a cute little down town area. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

samantha w.

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

First Time EVER in Ann Arbor!!!

My family and I loved staying here! We came to stay because we wanted to try out a VRBO instead of a hotel and this place will definetly be the place we come to again if we come back this way. We all felt like we were at home and it was cozy and comfortable and it wasn't that bad of a drive to what we were doing. The place itself was nice because I love fall so I took some photos and just loved it, and like I said my family did too and they also took some fall photos. Very nice and relaxing. I give this place 10 stars:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mishelle R.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D., Chicago, USA

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

Cure and has everything you’d nees

Super helpful hosts providing a great escape with everything you’d ever need in the very comfortable and clean cabin. It was a pleasure working with them before and during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ivan A.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Shanna D.

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

As advertised

Clean and quaint. No issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

We had an excellent time!

We had such a great time staying here. This is the perfect vacation rental for us and we will definitely be staying again. The house is well stocked with everything you need, the beds are comfortable and the property is beautiful. Our dog loved playing in the pond and wandering through the trails. Thank you Michael and Jill, we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Molly Jo S.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

bernard R., taylor

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

wonderful pond

Had a great time. very peaceful and relaxing. the cabin met more than our expectations. Thank you Mike and Jill for being such great hostesses. Bernie and Lana Remmers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Great get away

I had a great time staying here with my dog. Everything was just perfect. The house is cute and comfortable, the property is beautiful and my dog and I enjoyed wandering the property as well as playing in the pond. Our hosts, Jill and Mike, were great and easy to get in touch with if we needed anything. We are looking forward to our next stay. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Comfy home with everything we needed for a great weekend!

This lovely little house was so comfortable and clean! I was looking for a quiet location where I could spend some time with my adult children...I had not seen my son in over a year...and this home was perfect! We played games, spent time outside playing cards at the patio table, and even had a fire in the cute and comfortable fire pit area. The homeowners were on site and very friendly, but not intrusive at all. Everyone felt welcome, even our dog! We will definitely be back soon...thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017