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Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills

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60 feet of lake frontage with sandy bottom
Large deck with patio set and grill
Private dock for your boat
Fully furnished kitchen with breakfast bar
Relaxing sunroom overlooking lake

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Hayes State Park
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Explore the area

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Onsted, MI
  • Place, Hayes State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan International Speedway
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Michigan
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Full bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills

Enjoy time at the lake! Sand Lake is a beautiful 540 acre lake in the heart of the rolling Irish Hills. Our west facing cottage offer amazing sunsets. Relax in the lawn chairs or float in the lake. Private dock is available for a boat. Large deck with patio set and grill offers another relaxing setting. Inside is light and airy with views of the lake from many directions. Grab a book and lounge in the sunroom, or bring your family for a week of fun at the lake. However you choose to enjoy this amazing place, you will love it and want to return.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children are welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No fireworks of any kind
No parties or large gatherings. Only 4 cars allowed
The VRBO renter is required to stay at the property. We do not accept people renting our place for someone else

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4733975
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

About the neighborhood

Onsted

Located in Onsted, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Hayes State Park and Cambridge Junction Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hidden Lake Garden and Verheyden Performing Arts Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Michigan International Speedway. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Onsted, MI

What's nearby

  • Hayes State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Michigan International Speedway - 9 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Briarwood Mall - 39 min drive - 52.8 km
  • University of Michigan - 39 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Michigan Stadium - 41 min drive - 55.2 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shugar Creek - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Flamingo Beach Grill And Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hoffy Man Cave - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Patriot Pub & Grub - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills on Jul 10, 2026 start from $478, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcoming lake house on beautiful Sand Lake in Irish Hills located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hayes State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Private Pond and Hidden Lake Garden. Loch Erin is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was very clean and family friendly! Sue was great to communicate with and the lake is beautiful with a great sunset view. Close to a lot things to do also.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and well equipped. The lawn and sitting area outside are also beautiful. Parking can be a little tight. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Sue Macauley

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We love the area and Sand Lake. We bought our cottage 15 years ago and decided to build a home to retire in the area. The cottage is next door to our home.
We have been renting for 10 years, word of mouth and return guests. We are new to VRBO

Why they chose this property

Sand Lake is a beautiful glacier nature lake. Although its a public lake, we have limited boats allowed per day. Lots of wildlife to see on and around the lake.

What makes this property unique

Our cottage is updated with conveniences but maintains a cottage feel. The home is extremely clean.

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