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Winter Retreat on Portage Lake

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Pinckney, MI
  • Hudson Mills Metropark
    6 min drive
  • Whispering Pines
    7 min drive
  • Pinckney State Recreation Area
    10 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
    30 min drive

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About the area

Pinckney

On lake.You'll find Arise Dog Park and Huron River within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Also, Hudson Mills Metropark is within 3 miles (5 km) and Pinckney State Recreation Area is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Whispering Pines - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Pinckney State Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Legacy Center Sports Complex - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Mt Brighton Ski Area - 27 min drive - 23.0 km
  • University of Michigan - 28 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 26 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zukey Lake Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hamburg Coney Restaura - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Frosty's Icecreamery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 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.

Winter Retreat on Portage Lake

Adorable bungalow on Portage Lake, just 17 miles to the University of Michigan’s ‘Big House’ Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mi.. Portage Lake is on the Huron River Chain of 7 lakes. Great getaway for 4 and offers all the comforts of home. Situated on the west side of the lake, you can enjoy a beautiful sun rise, peaceful and relaxing, yet close enough to Ann Arbor, Dexter and Chelsea to take advantage of great food and entertainment. A must see in the fall, Dexter Cider Mill! Party store and grocery just 6 minutes away. We also have 120 ft of dock available (seasonal only) for enjoy sun bathing by the water, watching nature & all the local boaters. Bring your Kayak’s and take in the lake up close and personal. (No boat available)

If your interested in a Winter Retreat, we offer a flexible Monthly Contract that can be customized to fit your schedule. (CONTACT OWNER FOR-Special pricing for discounted monthly and long term rentals.). The area supports many winter sports and activities to keep you busy and engaged during the winter. Mt. Brighton is only 25 minutes away for skiing adventures. Many neighbors cross country ski in the area or on the lake. Ice fishing is very popular here and the bluegill are numerous.

Free WiFi, cable and two flat screen Tv’s. Full size kitchen, over sized gas stove, double oven, 4-door refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, microwave, garbage disposal, Weber gas grill and unlimited Reverse Osmosis water for the best tasting water of your life. Your morning coffee or tea will amaze you. We supply a Keurig coffee maker, toaster & blender, together with everything else you will need to make breakfast or a big dinner. The home has Central Air/Heat and plenty of hot water. The Master bedroom has a king-size bed and private bathroom with double sinks and walk in shower. Second bedroom has a Queen size pull out sofa bed that has an adjustable firmness setting. Not your ordinary lumpy sofa bed, so much more. Second bedroom also has direct access to a private bathroom or shared with common area, (your choice) with a single sink and walk-in shower. All towels and linens supplied. Four people can be very comfortable in our lakeside home on Portage Lake. See you soon!

Property manager

Penny Hotzel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Monthly Winter Retreat on Portage Lake
Winter Retreat on Portage Lake Pinckney
Winter Retreat on Portage Lake Private vacation home
Winter Retreat on Portage Lake Private vacation home Pinckney

Winter Retreat on Portage Lake Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie M., Yarmouth, Maine

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Christmas Retreat On The Lake
This is a beautiful property located right on the lake. The house was very nicely appointed with a modern layout. When we arrived, there was coffee, chocolate and a bottle of wine waiting for us - thank you for the thoughtfulness! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019