Location: Pinckney, Southeast, Michigan, USA (Located 30-40 Minutes from Ann Arbor, 15 from Dexter/Chelsea)
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Sleeping Porch, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-6)
Keywords: adorable, lake front, boat
SORRY, I DO NOT RENT THIS COTTAGE DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. SEE YOU IN THE SPRING OF 2012!
This adorable cottage features beautiful views of secluded all-sports North Lake. Also nearby is the Potawatomi Trail which is popular for both mountain bikers and hikers alike. The cottage will sleep six people comfortably. The upper level features a spacious bathroom with washer and dryer, a proper bedroom, and a sleeping porch which is probably the best place to sleep and enjoy a fresh breeze off the lake. The lower level is essentially one large room equipped with a generous sized kitchen/eating area and a cozy living space for conversation, a book, or possibly a DVD. This lower level has a futon that will sleep two people. Off this lower level is another porch that is often used for dining, cards, and gazing at the lake. A metal fire-pit is available in the back yard to provide fire-side warmth on a chilly evening. The rental of this cottage includes the use of a row-boat. I have a pontoon boat that can be leased for an additional $75/day.
The cottage is a short drive from Dexter and Chelsea which can provide both simple and fine dining. Chelsea has the popular Purple Rose Theater if you enjoy live theater put on by professional actors.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Window
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : 4'x30' deck that covers the seawall.
- View/Location
- Lakefront : Swimming off my shore is not the greatest. There is a nice sandbar for swimming but the pontoon boat is needed to get there.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- A row boat is included with cottage rental. A pontoon boat is available for an additional fee.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Most dogs are welcome. Dog breeds that are historically aggressive are not welcome. No other pets allowed. No cats.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$900/week cottage only. Refundable Security Deposit $300
$1,200/week with pontoon boat. Refundable Security Deposit $500
Add $200 for weeks that include a major holiday.
Cleaning Fee: You clean, no fee. I clean, $100
$150/night for short stays. I'll only book short stays on short notice.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2003
My name is Steve Wild. I purchased this cottage as my own personal retreat and never planned to rent it but with the economy what it is, it makes sense for this asset to earn it's keep. That said, I will say that I've set the place up according to my somewhat quirky tastes. I like old stuff and the cottage reflects that characteristic. An example of this is the refrigerator and stove which are vintage 1952/53 appliances. They're clean and they work fine but I know some people just want new stuff.
Why the Owner Chose Pinckney
I chose to purchase this cottage because it's only 35 minutes from my home in Ann Arbor. I'm a landlord in the Ann Arbor area and it's difficult for me to leave town. This cottage allows me to "get away" while still being within easy reach of all the problems that arise from housing college kids.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
This cottage provides me and others with the opportunity to relax and unwind.
Property Photos
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- View from the Lake - Pinckney, Michigan Lakefront Vacation Cottage
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- View from the street. - Pinckney, Michigan Lakefront Vacation Cottage
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- Bedroom looking into bathroom and onto sleeping porch - Pinckney, Michigan Lakefront Vacation Cottage
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- Sleeping porch looking West.
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- Sleeping porch look in East. This chaise lounge overlooks the lake.
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- View of the Lake
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- Lower Level Living Area
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- This row-boat comes with the cottage rental.
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- Available pontoon boat.
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- Lower porch looking East.
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- Lower porch looking West.
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- Vintage GE appliances.
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- West side of water-front
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- East side of the boardwalk. See dog ramp off the main dock.
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- Spacious shower on the left. Washer and dryer reside behind the french doors.
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- Bath looking North. Edge of shower is on right side of frame.
Traveler Reviews (1)
Nice Vacation
Guest: Jim
(Newar, DE)
Date of Stay: 08/28/10
Review Submitted: 09/15/10
Thanks to Steve for a nice cottage on the beautiful North Lake. The stay was very relaxing and I have to admit the sleeping porch was a great night's sleep overlokking the lake. The place has a very nice throwback style to it including a 1950's fridge with rotating shelves that was very cool. The pontoon boat was a great way to start/end the day with a cruise around the lake. It also nice to drop anchor and drop a fishing line into the lake and just relax. Steve was also very helpful in giving us a tour of the house and property which was helpful for our stay. I wouls definately recommend this cottage for a nice/quiet getaway. We had our vacation planned around a UM game with Ann Arbor only about 25 minutes away. Some nice little towns around including Dexter which was very nice. If you like golf check out Whispering Pines only about 15 minutes NE of the cottage.
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