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Highlights
Scenic water view
Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
By the lake
Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13
Popular amenities
Patio
Arcade/game room
Barbecue grill
Air-conditioning
Garage parking available
Refrigerator
Explore the area
Michigan Center, MI
Leoni Township Lions Park
Place, Leoni Township Lions Park
2 min drive
Triangle Woods
Place, Triangle Woods
2 min drive
University of Michigan
Place, University of Michigan
39 min drive
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
Airport, Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
41 min drive
Where you'll sleep
5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Additional Sleeping (Basement)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Waterfront Michigan Center Home w/ Boat Dock!
Escape to a refreshing retreat in Michigan at this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home. Located on the shores of Center Lake and close to local attractions, this vacation rental offers the space you need while keeping you close to wholesome fun for all. Spend your days fishing and swimming on the water, enjoy an illuminated show at The Cascades, or an afternoon hitting the links at Lakeland Hills Golf Club. There’s something for everyone to see and explore from this idyllic home-away-from-home!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Direct Access to Center Lake | Game Room w/ Ping Pong Table | 3,024 Sq Ft | Proximity to Golf Courses | Near Fishing & Ice Fishing
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Daybed | Bedroom 5: Queen Bed, Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Basement: Full Futon
PURE MICHIGAN: Center Lake (on-site), Center Lake Public Access (0.7 miles), Gilletts Lake (4.2 miles), Wolf Lake (7.3 miles), Waterloo State Recreation Area (9.8 miles), fishing & ice fishing MORE HIGHLIGHTS: Ella Sharp Park Golf Learning Center (7.0 miles), The Cascades (7.6 miles), Michigan Whitetail Hall of Fame Museum (9.3 miles), Waterloo Farm Museum (17.7 miles) GOLFING: Lakeland Hills Golf Club (2.0 miles), Gauss’s Green Valley Golf Course (5.3 miles), Greenwood Acres Golf Course (6.6 miles), Grande Golf Club (6.9 miles) AIRPORT: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (58.1 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - There is an absolute max of 13 guests due to sleeping capacity. Exceeding the maximum occupancy is grounds for immediate removal - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This 2-story home offers step-free entry. Stairs are required to access bedrooms 4 and 5, 1 full bathroom, and the basement in the lower level - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is a doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry, 1 camera is on the garage facing the driveway, and 1 camera is on the back of the home facing the water. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound when activated by motion - NOTE: There are electric heaters available to use for the lower level of the property - NOTE: If you are bringing a boat or plan on renting one, please reach out to the Guest Contact prior to arrival
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If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Michigan Center
Located in Michigan Center, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Terry Fire Bowl and Art 634 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lakeland Hills Golf Course and Gauss' Green Valley Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Michigan International Speedway or Keeley Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
Michigan International Speedway - 21 min drive - 28.2 km
University of Michigan - 39 min drive - 69.4 km
Michigan Stadium - 40 min drive - 67.7 km
Getting around
Jackson Station - 9 min drive
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Klavon's Pizzeria & Pub - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Burger King - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront Michigan Center Home w/ Boat Dock! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Michigan Center Home w/ Boat Dock!?
As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Michigan Center Home w/ Boat Dock! on 26 Jan 2027 start from £1,002, 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 at Waterfront Michigan Center Home w/ Boat Dock!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Michigan Center Home w/ Boat Dock!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Michigan Center Home w/ Boat Dock!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Michigan Center Home w/ Boat Dock! located?
This family-friendly Michigan Center holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Leoni Township Lions Park, Triangle Woods and Round Lake. Leoni Township Town Hall and Lakeland Hills Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Perfect for a family vacation to a lake. Bass were hitting good and place was a ton of fun even when weather wasn’t cooperating. Host was very responsive and incredibly helpful.
Very clean & well-stocked. It certainly was an interesting layout (2 double-wides put together). There are only 2 showers in the 3 bathrooms which made it a bit crazy for my big family. I suggest that you replace the tub with a shower.......Good location for our family event.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your review! We’re so glad to hear that you found the home clean, well-stocked, and convenient for your family event.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the bathroom layout. While the third bathroom’s tub currently features a detachable shower head for quick rinses, we completely understand how a full additional third shower would make getting a big group ready much smoother!
Thank you again for staying with us, and we’d love the chance to host your family again for your next event!
Plenty of room for 9 adults and 2 babies under one. The place was clean, the lake view peaceful, kitchen had everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable.
Nice and clean, kitchen had all we needed for cooking meals. Great hosts, very easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
23 Aug 2024
Wonderful stay
We stay at Jason and Julia’s rental for the nascar race in Brooklyn. Our group had a great time and loved the rental. Access to the lake is amazing and the house is well-kept. We enjoyed ourselves and would definitely stay again
This wonderful home was exactly as presented. Our hosts communicated promptly to address any questions and our family had the chance for a much needed week of relaxation!
Arrived to a very clean home with an amazing view of Center Lake. Plenty of bedrooms and space. Great fire pit. Well laid out. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
We loved our visit, house was spacious and fit all of our needs. House was well maintained and owner was very responsive to any questions we had. We loved kayaking on the lake getting to see the nature on the water. Would be more than happy to stay here again!
We enjoyed a really enjoyable weekend while gathering for a family wedding. The weather was perfect and the water temperature still conducive to kayaking and SUP use. Well furnished and very clean, it was the perfect setting for all of us.
Large house with plenty of space for 4 school aged kids, a 1yr old, and 6 adults. Kitchen was well stocked. Plenty of pillows and fans in every room. Our kids loved the basement/playroom. We kayaked and swam off the dock everyday. A great family vacation home!!!
Family vaca with 6 adults and 4 kids (14, 12, 5 and 2): We REALLY appreciated the host was able to allow early check-in for our visit and overall I would highly recommend the property which was much like the listing and hosts communicated well. *Plenty of fans and a/c units kept the spaces cool even with temps in the mid 80's.*Lots of beach towels provided *Kayaks, paddleboard and floaties were clutch to get out onto the water since we couldn't secure a boat*Waterfront at the house was not very swimmable - lots of thick grass (though not seaweed or algae!) collected at our seawall, and the shallow water was kind of slimy to walk in, so no one wanted to just wade in. But once you got a ways out, kids enjoyed swimming and trying to dive probably 15ft deep without seeing or feeling any seaweed!*Kitchen had what we needed to cook meals there. Minifridge and icemaker were pleasant extrasThings to note: -To get to the lower level/basement you either have to walk into the attached garage and go down stairs, or walk down the back deck stairs to the walk-out doors. There is no interior stairs connecting the two living spaces.-House is on a bend in the road with lots of cars stopping near the end of the driveway for the party store that is right next door, and this also makes using the front yard unlikely. However, the one privacy fence and the orientation of the back yard allowed for as much privacy as you can expect on lakefront.
Great Lake view! Really nice flow to the house. Hosts were outstanding and answered any questions we had. It was a beautiful time and was total enjoyment. Rooms were very clean, would have the cleaning crew do a little better job with the small appliances. Toaster oven and microwave not very clean. Bit a very minor thing and we would definitely come back!
Stayed the weekend for a wedding. Teenage boys loved the downstairs game room and having their own bedrooms and bathrooms. The large chair in the living room was great to sit and enjoy conversations with spouse.
This was a Great Place to stay, it had everything we need and more. From the time I rented the house to the time we left the owners were very helpful and guided us to what we need to make a stay enjoyable. The view of the Lake, the little Market next door and the amenities from the kitchen to the deck outside were great. We would differently rent this home again... Rick
Our son graduated from UofM and we wanted a place we could all be together as a family to celebrate and relax. This cottage provided the space we needed and was not too far from Ann Harbor to drive in when we needed for all the graduation activities.We were happy to be out of all the traffic and hastle of finding places to eat.Having the convenient store next door was super helpful - especially when I forgot to get butter at Miejer (which is only one exit away - which was also convenient as well).If we ever need to be back in Ann Harbor we would definately stay again.
Plenty of space. Right on the lake. Very clean. Great communication with the property managers. Air conditioners all worked great. Lots of extra linens and towels. Next door to a small store (very convenient). We would come back without question.
Our group of 7 was in town to attend a nearby college football game. The accommodations were more than enough for the group. Separate bedrooms and beds made it convenient with adult children and friends. Nice setting with lake view. Large kitchen and dining area made meals easy. House was well stocked with games and activities, although we regretfully didn't take advantage of that, or the lake front, during our short stay.
Everything was as-advertised in a good way. Most notable was the fact that i initially went to the wrong address (it was dark) and the manager answered their phone to help me locate the property. High marks on communications and accessibility with the managers
The hosts were really easy to communicate with and very responsive. There was plenty of space for all our family to gather to celebrate my mom's 70th birthday. If booking, I would be aware that the basement bedrooms are pretty separate from the upstairs (you access it through the garage). Just something to be aware of. Also, make sure you check out the binder that the hosts created. Lots of good information including the best spot to swim at the lake, activities to do, and restaurants to try.
An added perk for us was the convenient store that was right next door. It came in really handy for us during our stay!! Overall, great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Marianne S.
15 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Decent house but water problems
Cute house, deceiving listing. Water seaping through all basement flooring. Management company only offered us 3.5% rerefund.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2024
Hi Marianne, we want our guests to rest easy and feel confident in their vacation rental, so we take concerns like yours very seriously. After sharing your feedback with the homeowner, they wanted to clarify a few details:- Michigan experienced an unprecedented rain event due to the remnants of Hurricane Beryl, which caused basement flooding in many homes across the area. This event was "the biggest rain event the city has ever weathered" per articles from the weather channel. Fortunately, this home has both indoor and outdoor sump pumps, which prevent any basement flooding.- We confirmed that, prior to your check-in, a thorough cleaning was completed, and no issues were detected in the basement.- When you reported minor seepage, we reviewed the photos you sent, which showed a few drops of water in two spots. Out of concern, we offered a partial refund which has never been requested for this property before.- After your departure, a thorough inspection was conducted, and no water damage was found in the basement, indicating that any moisture may have been minimal and temporary.We have confirmed that nothing is deceiving in the listing as also evidenced by all other reviews. We appreciate your feedback and have documented your experience for future reference. Thank you again for staying with us, and we apologize if any small amounts of water did occur during your stay during this once-in-a-lifetime storm.