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Eco-friendly riverfront home. Close to Ann Arbor and on the Huron River!

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

Riverside terrace on the Huron - accessible with stairs

Front of the hosue - just down from the Dexter Cider Mill

Main level floor plan with full bathroom, three bedrooms and screened-in porch

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Parking available
Kitchen

Explore the area

Dexter, MI

Place, The Encore Theatre
‪10 min walk‬
Place, University of Michigan
‪17 min drive‬
Place, Michigan Stadium
‪17 min drive‬
Airport, Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Office 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Main floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Second bathroom in basement

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Eco-friendly riverfront home. Close to Ann Arbor and on the Huron River!

Riverfront home! Eco-friendly! Beautiful 3 bedroom solar-powered home with large common areas, great for gatherings! Walking distance (1/2 mile) to local restaurants, shops, brew pubs and a historic cider mill (seasonal). Cycle, run or hike local parks on the "Border to Border Trail." Canoe, kayak, SUP or tube the Huron River Water Trail. Paddle from a local park right to your backyard! 9 miles to downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Inquire about pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Return the keys

Please leave the keys on the kitchen prep table and leave the side door unlocked.

Please strip the beds and place any used sheets and pillow cases in the laundry baskets located in each of the bedroom closets.

Please put any trash in the green bin located outside on the back of the house. The yellow bin is for recycling.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dexter

Located in Dexter, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Kempf House Museum and Law Quadrangle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hudson Mills Metropark and Pinckney State Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Bel-Mark Lanes, or check out an event or a game at Michigan Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Dexter, MI

What's nearby

The Encore Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Briarwood Mall - 16 min drive - 22.7 km
University of Michigan - 17 min drive - 20.3 km
Michigan Stadium - 17 min drive - 20.6 km
U of M Hospital - 17 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

Ann Arbor Station - 16 min drive
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pilot Travel Center - ‬5 min drive
‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
‪Subway - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eco-friendly riverfront home. Close to Ann Arbor and on the Huron River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Eco-friendly riverfront home. Close to Ann Arbor and on the Huron River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eco-friendly riverfront home. Close to Ann Arbor and on the Huron River!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eco-friendly riverfront home. Close to Ann Arbor and on the Huron River! located?

This family-friendly Dexter holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps away from Huron River, Hudson Mills Metropark and Dexter-Huron. The Encore Theatre and Dexter Health Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Gibbons H.

25 Sept, 2025

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

Lovely place to stay for UMICH family weekend. Easy drive in to campus and quiet, fun place to retreat back to.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

28 Jul, 2025

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

Great location. Very relaxed stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne R.

28 Jun, 2025

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

Very nice

This stay is great.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

7 Jul, 2025

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

Great Location

This is my family's favorite place to stay when visiting the area. Clean, comfortable, and walkable to downtown Dexter and the B2B trail.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica D.

13 Jul, 2025

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

Adorable place in Dexter

Quaint home, walking distance to adorable downtown Dexter and a walking path. We enjoyed sitting along the river, renting kayaks and bikes.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl T.

22 May, 2025

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

Clean & cozy

My family and I had a wonderful stay. The home is well kept. I don’t visit the area often, though I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

19 Apr, 2025

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

Loved it!

Wonderful stay! Very clean, quiet, great location right on the river. We had difficulty with the Wi-Fi and owners responded immediately and helped fix the issue. We would definitely return!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

21 Aug, 2023

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

Second Visit

This is a wonderful place to stay while visiting Dexter.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., Berkley

16 Oct, 2022

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

Great Weekend Stay

Exceptionally clean, ample towels and toiletries, lots of space, lovely bed linens, and great location.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

23 Apr, 2023

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

Comfortable stay near downtown Dexter

This was a very comfortable place to stay with my family within walking distance of downtown. We would definitely like to stay here again if it is available.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

K W.

27 Dec, 2023

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

Great stay!

It had everything we needed and more. Great stay! Beautiful house and area.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

29 Apr, 2025

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

Lovely place for our family of 3 to stay and our cousins to visit to play!

We were in town for a wedding, and this home was perfect for us, our 3-year-old, and my parents to make home for 3 days. There was also a lovely patio by the river and ample space for our son and his cousins to run around during the day. And communication couldn’t have been easier. Truly a great experience all around.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

2 Dec, 2024

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

Thanksgiving Stay

The house was very welcoming and perfect for gathering with our family in Michigan. Lots of little extras and things provided to make the stay more comfortable. Loved the view from the kitchen overlooking the river.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

24 Nov, 2024

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

Great stay in Dexter

Great location in Dexter near restaurants and shops. Lovely home with everything you need. Dexter is a great place to stay away from the crowds for visiting college kid at U Mich. One of the best VRBO experiences we’ve had.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

20 Apr, 2024

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

Pleasant place to stay

This is my family's favorite place to stay when we are visiting Dexter. The screen porch is a great place to relax, and it is an easy walk to downtown.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

9 Apr, 2025

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

60th Birthday

My wife and my daughters and myself all really enjoyed our stay in your beautiful home. Within 10 minutes of getting to the property I seen 3 deer in the woods across the river. Was very peaceful and serene and close to everything. Will be staying again. Thank you very much. Also loved the bottle of wine.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

17 Nov, 2024

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

Weekend Trip

Came with friends and family to attend UM Football game. The house was very comfortable, many fun things to do nearby. Would definitely come again.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

7 Aug, 2022

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

Excellent

Beautiful home

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

14 May, 2025

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

Wonderful Return Visit

Second time stsying at this house. Absolutely wonderful. Homey. Comfortable. Well appointed kitchen and bathroom. Also an inspiring learning experience in terms of what eco-friendly actually entails. And being right on the river in spring was glorious. Bluebirds fliting in and out of their birdhouse. Magical.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bari L.

5 May, 2025

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

Location can’t be beat

We’ve stayed at Lisa and Doug’s place many times over the last few years. Never been disappointed with our stay. Access to Ann Arbor, great B2B TraiI within walking distance and decent restaurants. I thought we walked all the local trails from the house, yet we discovered another trail near the house that rewarded us with lots of deer. Our morning walks with coffee are part of the benefits of staying here. And yes, the house is as portrayed, patio on The Huron and super nice host. What not to love!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bari L.

4 May, 2023

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

Our favorite place

This is our second stay, and I'm sure not our last. So happy we discovered Dexter and this property. Owners are super easy to work with and the location can't be beat. We love staying here!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon D., St Paul, MN

3 Apr, 2023

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

Dexter, March 2023

Well maintained, a homey cottage-like feeling. This is the fourth time we've stayed here, and we will continue staying here whenever possible!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

19 Aug, 2024

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

Charming, well equipped cottage

Love the peaceful location on the river. We loved jumping in the cool water. It's also a super close walk to town. The kitchen and supplies were SO well stocked. We had absolutely everything we needed, and more. Tons of space indoors and out for our group to hang out in.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmy D.

2 Oct, 2023

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

Great location

Stayed here for a wedding at Zingermans Cornman Farm and it was super convenient location. Great view of the river. Host very accommodating and quick to respond.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary G.

6 May, 2024

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

Graduation

We found the perfect hideaway for our son’s graduation from University of Michigan. Dexter is a lovely town, and although very convenient to Ann Arbor, is far from the madness and crowds of graduation weekend! We especially loved relaxing on the terrace by the river after a busy day at the Big House!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Neal

Outdoor enthusiast, equestrian, skier, kayaker, photographer, medical professional.

Why they chose this property

We LOVE living on the river and hope you'll enjoy this property too! Lovely location, VERY near town but secluded and part of nature.

What makes this property unique

Unique eco-friendly property located right on the river, steps from parks, biking, skiing, kayaking/canoeing and water-sports. Solar panels power the home, rain barrels collect water for gardening, a rain garden collects run-off water for plants and we compost/recycle as much as we can!