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Life is better on Portage Lake. SUMMER FIREWORKS- viewable from House

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Surrounded by Michigan's natural beauty, Portage offers a tranquil retreat on the largest of seven connected lakes. Enjoy lake activities like swimming, boating, and fishing during the day and cozy up by the fire pit at night with family or friends. This house is perfectly located for U of M football games or exploring downtown Ann Arbor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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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.

Life is better on Portage Lake. SUMMER FIREWORKS- viewable from House

Escape every day life at this beautifully appointed lake house. Situated on the largest of seven connected lakes, Portage offers a taste of Michigan's beauty. Enjoy lake life by spending time with family or friends on the lake by day and cozy up by the fire pit at night. When you invest time and money for a getaway, go for the best. This house is located on the largest sports lake in the chain of lakes. The marina is located on this lake- an extra convenience to you! Great location for U of M football games, family retreats, friends gatherings. Pets welcome. Children welcome.
-Great swimming, boating , fishing
- Close proximity to downtown Ann Arbor, Brighton, Dexter, Plymouth (within 30 minutes)

We want you to enjoy this house as much as we do. This should be a carefree vacation. We provide all linens, bath towels, beach towels, shampoo/soaps, toilet paper (initial), paper towels, laundry soap and a stocked kitchen with baking, cooking and eating utensils. All you need to bring is just the basic necessities- yourself and your family!

PERK POINT- The marina displays celebration fireworks the first Saturday in July. Its a great tradition and great view from the house. (Date may change). They rent pontoon boats-Wonderland Marina.

Kayaks available (up to 4) to rent during your stay. Ask for details!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO SMOKING!

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

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

Rules

No fireworks set on property
Be respectful to neighbors. Established quiet hours are 10:00pm-7:00am.
No tents or recreational vehicles permitted.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pet fee $150

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING!

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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Pinckney, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron River - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Arise Dog Park - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Whispering Pines - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Pinckney State Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Brighton State Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 27 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frosty's Icecreamery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zukey Lake Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life is better on Portage Lake. SUMMER FIREWORKS- viewable from House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Life is better on Portage Lake. SUMMER FIREWORKS- viewable from House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life is better on Portage Lake. SUMMER FIREWORKS- viewable from House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Life is better on Portage Lake. SUMMER FIREWORKS- viewable from House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Huron River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Arise Dog Park and Hudson Mills Metropark. Whispering Pines and Pinckney State Recreation Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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