Lovely classic Ann Arbor home on the Old West Side right where Huron splits into Dexter and Jackson Avenues. The house is steps from a convenience store, about one mile to Main St. downtown and less than 3/4 of a mile to all the shops, Kroger's and Zingerman's Roadhouse at Jackson and Stadium Blvd. There is parking on site and a great backyard for relaxing. Clean and comfortable, we hope you enjoy our home.
Ann Arbor License# STR24-2486
Property manager
Stan Bradbury
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not suitable for infants
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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
Please note there is one security camera outside the house facing the front entrance and street. There are no cameras inside the house.
No pets at any time due to homeowner allergy.
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
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 deadlock
About the area
Ann Arbor
Haisley-Veterans Park, a neighbourhood in Ann Arbor, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hudson Mills Metropark and Pinckney State Recreation Area, while Ann Arbor Art Center and Ann Arbor Hands On Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Michigan Stadium or Yost Ice Arena.
Ann Arbor, MI
What's nearby
University of Michigan - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
U of M Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Michigan Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Crisler Arena - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Briarwood Mall - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
Getting around
Ann Arbor Station - 4 min drive
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Zingerman's Roadhouse - 15 min walk
Little Caesars Pizza - 3 min drive
Knight's Steak House - 13 min walk
Taco Bell - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Family Home in the heart of Ann Arbor pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Charming Family Home in the heart of Ann Arbor?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Family Home in the heart of Ann Arbor?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Family Home in the heart of Ann Arbor located?
Located in Haisley-Veterans Park, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Ann Arbor Art Center and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from University of Michigan. Ann Arbor Hands On Museum and Kempf House Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
As soon as I walked in it felt like home. Everything that you would want or need made for a delightful stay. The house was close to downtown shopping and restaurants and near grocery stores as well. So we were able to enjoy home cooking too. The University of Michigan was near so we were able to take a stroll on the campus.
Great location for our family of 3 couples to celebrate a U of M graduation. We enjoyed the backyard after the ceremony and the lawn chairs were helpful . Perfect set up for all of us and extra parking just across the road.
Checked the boxes for cleanliness, communication, distance from places we wanted to visit, easy check-in, 2 bathrooms, pleasant and cozy. While it's a five-star overall, I'll add an "*" for street noise that started at 7am both Friday and Saturday mornings. Everything was excellent with the home and with the host!
Thank you :)
Nice quiet stay, property was as described and even a bit bigger in person than it looked in pictures. We had some minor issues with stuff in the house but Stan was very communicative and responded quickly, although it couldn't get resolved during our stay. As mentioned in other comments the street is busy but not a problem as long as you have someone watching your blind spot.
Check in was easy, and the kitchen is very well stocked with spices (more than I keep at home!), pots and pans, and cooking utensils! The selection of board games, puzzles, and activities was a nice surprise as well (we played a lot of bananagrams) and the Hulu subscription being included on the TV was a great touch. Very comfortable appointments for 8 adults! Super close to everything in ann arbor, we never had to drive more than 15 minutes to do what we wanted to.
4.5/5 only because we couldn't get the couch bed to go back together into a couch, and the rooms got a bit cold at night! I would absolutely stay here again, it was otherwise fantastic. Can't recommend this property enough!
House was nicely furnished and well heated for our winter stay. Communication with Stan was excellent. Getting out of the driveway was not difficult since there were plenty of breaks in the traffic. We would gladly stay here again.
We stayed at the Charming Family Home to be close to the University of Michigan as we were in town to move our son into his first year of college.
The house was everything we needed. It is conveniently located near the University - about a 15 minute drive. The driveway does pull out onto a fairly busy street, but as another guest mentioned, it was easy to navigate - the stoplight down the road offers ample time to get in and out of the driveway.
It was a hot week, but we were cool and comfortable in the house. The backyard was really cozy - especially after a pretty fierce thunderstorm cooled everything down a bit.
The house is packed with pretty much everything we needed - well stocked kitchen and pantry including three different ways to make coffee - Keurig, auto drip and pour over. And for tea drinkers - lots of options.
The beds were wonderfully comfortable and the rooms relatively quiet. We didn't have any trouble getting to sleep at night. The house in nestled in a sweet, beautiful Ann Arbor neighborhood.
We had a very pleasant stay and would not hesitate to stay here again. This was an incredibly lucky find for us.
Thanks Stan!
Beautiful home with plenty of room. It rained most of our stay so we couldn't enjoy the back yard or the bicycles. The property was as described and a quick walk from downtown. Thanks for a great stay!
Love this home. Quiet area.! Great location!! My favorite part was the heated bathroom floors!! We will be back same time next year!! Hope it’s available!!
The vacation rental was immaculate. My husband, 4 year old, and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the home, and loved exploring the city of Ann Arbor. If you’re looking for somewhere quaint to stay, while still having room for privacy, this is the place for you! 10/10.
Keypad check in was easy and convenient. House was clean and provided everything necessary for a comfortable stay. I had to communicate with the owner regarding some lights not working and Stan responded quickly and got everything back on via text. Only negative was the busy street location and backing out of the driveway. But we dealt with it without any issues and enjoyed Ann Arbor as we always do. Thanks Stan!
The house was perfect for our family stay. Close to everything & had what we needed. The host was friendly & communicative. Just needed someone to give the okay, when traffic was clear to back out of the driveway onto busy road.
Great place to stay in AA. The back patio was fabulous during this first real day of spring in 2022. It was perfect for two couples and we entertained friends as well so the patio was well used.
We moved to Kansas City last and haven't seen the grandkids for almost a year. The house allowed each grandkid to have their own room and they had a separate bathroom. My daughter came over from Jackson and we had a family meal and played Uno before my wife and I left to come back to KC. Thank you, everyone had a great time.
We planned a last minute trip to U-M to visit our son (student). Our reservation was accepted very quickly, which was greatly appreciated. The home was clean, tidy, and well stocked. The fresh flowers in the kitchen and bathroom were a wonderful touch and add to welcoming and homey feel. We enjoyed hanging out in the evenings with our son on the outdoor patio with party lights. The location was perfect as it is close to campus with easy access to the interstate. The communication prior to check-in from the owner was timely, accurate, and helpful. The home met our needs perfectly and we will definitely stay here again.
This is a lovely, well-equipped house with a nice balance of privacy and common space. It was perfect for my purposes -- hosting a reunion and writing retreat for three friends. We had one minor irritation: there were fruit flies and mosquitoes in the house. But, this did not significantly detract from our experience. The house was clean, comfortable and convenient, and the host was pleasant and easy to communicate with. I would recommend this house and I would certainly use it again. Thank you!
Aida L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by Stan Bradbury
We both grew up in Michigan and have family in the area but live in Arizona. We wanted a summer home in Michigan (Go Blue!) and rent it out the rest of the year.
Why they chose this property
The location is convenient to downtown and shopping areas in the Old Westside. It has a great fenced-in backyard for relaxing, BBQing and entertaining. The kitchen is very clean, modern with all new appliances and cookware. The bathrooms are recently remodeled, clean and modern.
What makes this property unique
Location and just how nice the kitchen and bathrooms are. We also provide four bicycles to our guest to help them explore the area.