Lakefront Cottage on Portage Lake and the Huron River Chain of Lakes

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Pinckney, MI

Pinckney State Recreation Area6 min drive
Whispering Pines7 min drive
University of Michigan24 min drive
Jackson, MI (JXN-Reynolds Field)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Front

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lakeside

2 Single Beds

Main

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main (Lower Level)

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

About this property

Your affordable lakeside oasis awaits you and your family! Enjoy luxury vinyl flooring on the main level, a new kitchen with a breakfast bar, and wonderful light and bright colors to give you that waterfront escape from the stresses of every day. The home boasts three bedrooms, one bath on Portage Lake on the Huron River chain of lakes. Enjoy spectacular views from the lower and upper decks on the lakeside. 4 Kayaks and 2 standup paddleboards are available for your use at no additional charge on a first come, first served basis. The Upper Level offers sleeping for 8 with two private bedrooms and a spacious airy open sleeping area at the top of the stairs while the lower main level offers a kitchen, dining and living area as well as the bathroom. Shared docking is available for one (1) boat! Pontoons are available for rental at nearby Wonderland West Marina. The home is fully furnished and ready for you and your family to make new memories at the lake. This home is perfect for kids who love to swim - the water is 2-3 feet deep for almost 400 feet off the shoreline - perfect for swimming or working on your stand up paddle board skills! You'll want to reserve your spot for the 1st week of July and enjoy the magnificent fireworks right from the end of your dock. There are wonderful restaurants nearby and the city of Ann Arbor, home of the University of Michigan, is just 20 minutes away.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Pinckney Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2.5BA | Stairs Required | 1,632 Sq Ft

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Please speak with the owner regarding details

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Small dogs are allowed with a $250 deposit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A maximum of 3 cars are permitted on property at any time.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

Note from host: Please speak with the owner regarding details

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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pinckney

Located in Pinckney, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hudson Mills Metropark and Pinckney State Recreation Area, while The Encore Theatre and Purple Rose Theatre are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pinckney, MI

What's nearby

Pinckney State Recreation Area - 6 min drive
Whispering Pines - 7 min drive
Legacy Center Sports Complex - 20 min drive
University of Michigan - 24 min drive
Michigan Stadium - 24 min drive

Getting around

Ann Arbor Station - 22 min drive
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

Zukey Lake Tavern - 12 min drive
Dairy Queen - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Pinckney Diner - 7 min drive
Little Caesars Pizza - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage on Portage Lake and the Huron River Chain of Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage on Portage Lake and the Huron River Chain of Lakes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage on Portage Lake and the Huron River Chain of Lakes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage on Portage Lake and the Huron River Chain of Lakes located?

This family-friendly Pinckney holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Huron River and Hudson Mills Metropark. Pinckney State Recreation Area is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

27 Oct 2023

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

Fall weekend

Adorable cottage in a great location. Quick, easy access to Ann Arbor and nearby is the cute little town of Dexter. Property owner is super responsive and helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H., Grand Rapids, MI

26 Aug 2023

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

Relaxing Stay

My family really enjoyed relaxing by the lake for a long weekend before school started up again. The lake was beautiful, and we enjoyed the kayaks and paddleboards. Previous tenants apparently absconded with the life jackets, but the owner had more delivered very quickly. Traffic was a bit busy on the weekend, as the dock is near the marina, but more peaceful on the weekday. The house has the charms and quirks of an old building (like needing to duck coming down the stairs), but it is well maintained and we stayed cool with the A/C. The only slight negative of the experience was that the grill badly needed cleaning, but that was a minor blip.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie K.

10 Aug 2023

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

Great get away but still close to home!

We enjoyed the location and property. Daniel was very accommodating and easy to contact.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

19 Jul 2023

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

Wonderful getaway!

We were in Michigan for a tournament for my daughter. We found this property and wanted to take advantage of the lake! The rental came with paddle boards, kayaks, and an aqua cycle. We took advantage of those and being able to fish and have fires. The owner was so helpful. We would definitely stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N., Washington DC metro area

13 Nov 2022

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

Cozy lake stay

My brother and I shared this cottage on a football weekend and not only was it conveniently located, we found it to be warm and welcoming in every way. It was clean, comfortable and the lake view was absolutely serene. The hosts were very responsive and we both agreed we would come for a return visit! The only downside is that there is only one bathroom and it is downstairs from the bedrooms so if you have to get up during the night you need to navigate the stairs. May be tough for elderly guests or someone with mobility concerns.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022