Small lower apartment. Walk to town, small Pets welcome
- Ann Arbor Hills location. 5 minutes walk to Nichols Arboretum and the Anthroposophical society of America. 0.6miles (12 minutes walk) to vertex coffee roasters. 1.2 miles (24 minutes walk) to Michigan Theatre. 1.7 miles (33 minutes walk)to Zingermans. Easy access to the "Big House" only 1.9 miles. 1 bedroom. 1 living room and private bathroom. ENTRY: PLEASE NOTE-Guests have their own private entrance via SLIDING PATIO DOORS ON THE LOWER LEVEL OF A FAMILY HOME. Living room has a 3 seater sofa, small 2 person dining table, a two seater sofa which also turns into a bed. Private guest patio. 2. Roku TV available but no live TV unless you use the" rabbits ears" antenna provided which can be fussy. A door from the living room leads to the hallway off which you will find a door to the bathroom, a door to the queen bedroom and a stairway which leads up to the owners unit and has a closed door at the top of the stair. A door to the garage.(private, not accessible)BEDROOM: -Queen bed, small vanity with mirror. Closet. 3 bedroom windows look onto the patio. BATHROOM:-small full bathroom off the hallway with shower/ bath amenities and hairdryer. Small ground level window. KITCHENETTE: 2 burner stove top. (no oven)mini refrigerator. Microwave, drip coffee maker, kettle, tea coffee milk . PETS-We allow pets under 30lbs (there is an extra fee of $30.00 per stay , ) small patio with seating for 4. Guest parking for up to 2 cars. Off the hallway is a laundry room that is NOT part of the VRBO, but you may use the washing machine , dryer and fridge that is in this room but because it is a "laundry/storage room, I am unable to keep this room to the same standards as your apartment, thus it is not part of the VRBO. CLEANING. I clean the apt. (except when i am traveling and a cleaning company comes.)I also DO NOT expect you to clean before you leave, this is your vacation. My cleaning practices have always included attention to door knobs, light switches, handles and high touch areas. All bed linens are changed between guests including the mattress pad, coverlet, and washed on the hottest cycle, as are the towels. Shower curtain and liner , floor mat and bath slip mat are also changed between every guest. I always open all windows and sometimes leave them open letting guests close them. I do NOT pass on the cleaning or Tax fees to you. (as someone who often stays at VRBO properties I do not like it when I see a rate for $100.00 but turns out to be $190.00 with fees.) The service fee is the fee for VRBO who do an excellent job. and offer alternate accommodation if you are not satisfied or there is a last minute problem. I am often away but readily contactable for any needs. We welcome you to our home but do not greet you, the key is kept in a lock Box, and let you settle in as you please. If you prefer to be greeted please let me know ahead of time. PLEASE NOTE -You can sometimes hear the owners upstairs walking around their home. Occasionally you may hear TV or music.Heating and AC CANNOT be controlled in the apartment. It is kept at 70 and in addition there is a heater in each room should they be needed. Some of the patio, not the apartment, can be seen from the owners property. See photos. The apt. and patio is for your private use, this is not shared space, the owners share the parking area. The apartment is how VRBO use to be 10 years ago, as in, a family lives upstairs and you can sometimes hear them, you may cross paths in the parking area, and there are signs of family all around, ect, its not a purpose bought house to just rent with no sign of anyone living in it. Lets not forget that the Vrbo platform was initally about sharing your home with others at resonable prices, not about renting empty investment homes for top dollar. If you prefer a pristine new sterile apartments there are many available properties in Ann Arbor. I AM REGISTERED WITH THE TOWN OF ANN ARBOR
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Amenities
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs under 20lbs
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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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
About the area
Ann Arbor
Angell, a neighbourhood in Ann Arbor, is home to this apartment. Hudson Mills Metropark and Huron River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nichols Arboretum and Exhibit Museum of Natural History at the University Of Michigan. Power Center for the Performing Arts and Eberbach Cultural Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Exhibit Museum of Natural History at the University Of Michigan - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
University of Michigan Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Ann Arbor Station - 4 min drive
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Grand Grounds - 17 min walk
M-36 Coffee Roasters Cafe - 15 min walk
Joe's Pizza NYC - 15 min walk
The Java Spot - 17 min walk
Mosher Jordan Marketplace - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Small lower apartment. Walk to town, small Pets welcome pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Small lower apartment. Walk to town, small Pets welcome ?
As of 3 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Small lower apartment. Walk to town, small Pets welcome on 20 May, 2026 start from S$145, 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 Small lower apartment. Walk to town, small Pets welcome ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Small lower apartment. Walk to town, small Pets welcome ?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Small lower apartment. Walk to town, small Pets welcome ?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Small lower apartment. Walk to town, small Pets welcome located?
Located in Angell, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Nichols Arboretum and University of Michigan. U of M Hospital and Exhibit Museum of Natural History at the University Of Michigan are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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Amanda is so incredibly friendly and accommodating. The space was beautiful, well furnished, incredibly clean, and we appreciated all the instructions for the appliances. Couldn’t have asked for anything more and would highly recommend this wonderful spot!
This is a great place to stay. V.clean, a good amount of space, and the host left lots of extras around the house to enjoy: music, little snacks, blankets. Great.
Amanda was amazing, the apartment was great, clean and well stocked above our expectations. If we come back to Ann Arbor area we will definitely stay here!!
What a great home away from home! I love the flow of the space and its amenities. Clean, perfect location, thoughtful hosts! I highly recommend this perfect getaway.
Oh my goodness! What a wonderful experience. A lovely home away from home, which is filled thoughtfully with all things to make the stay comfortable and fabulous! Amanda was quick to respond to questions and so very kind. All in all, just perfection!
We did not stay there because of a communication glitch between Vrbo and Host. I would recommend this Host because she was very understanding and helped us get a refund.
We really enjoyed our stay here. The property was easy to locate and in a beautiful neighborhood. The apartment was immaculate and much larger than i expected. We woul definitely stay here on our next visit to Ann Arbor.
It was a charming, very spacious apartment. Amanda, the host, was very kind, friendly, helpful, and responsive. The historic location was wonderful. The garden patio was inviting and relaxing. We would certainly consider staying there again and highly recommend
Charming apartment, tastefully furnished and very spacious. The private patio is lovely.The apartment is located in a quiet and pleasant neighborhood but just a short distance from downtown and the Arboretum park. What truly makes the difference is Amanda’s kindness and courtesy.
We felt so lucky to find this place. Perfectly welcoming and felt right at home immediately. Beautiful, and wouldn't change a thing. It even has a record player ! The location couldn't be better. We felt like we had found hidden treasure.
The space is larger than I expected, Very comfortable bed & other furniture. Super cute patio. Thoughtfully put together space and generous details on offer (wine, snacks & travel kit). Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Our host thought of all the little niceties that make a stay extra smooth.
Michelle B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Amanda Smrcka
We moved to Ann Arbor 2016 from Rochester NY. I am from the UK. went to a waldorf school! I now work as a commercial flight medical repatriation nurse. My husband is a scientist at University of Michigan. We have two lovely children and a grand-daughter who live in Buffalo. Travel often and always use VRBO or Airbnb rather than hotel options.
Why they chose this property
Friendly treed neighbor hood, lovely Nicols Arboretum 3 mins walk away. we choose this house so we could be within walking distance of the University
What makes this property unique
This home is mentioned The Historic Ann Arbor book. (Wells and Sybil Bennett House) very different to the houses in our neighborhood. Simple, smaller, perfect.