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Waterfront Cottage in Clay Township - Sleeps 5

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Exterior
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a washing machine.
Exterior detail
A compact kitchen with built-in appliances, a seating area with a view, and a large refrigerator.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, a map on the wall, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Saint Clair
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Clay Township, MI
  • Place, Lake Saint Clair
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Balfours Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cottage in Clay Township - Sleeps 5

Relax with the entire family at this peaceful place to stay. Our fully furnished family cottage was just freshly renovated in 2025! Thoughtfully updated with modern comforts while keeping a charming cottage feel. Wake up to gentle water views of Lake St. Clair and unwind each evening with breathtaking sunsets. This peaceful retreat is the perfect location for fishing, boating, kayaking, jet skiing, tubing, swimming, bird hunting, and more!

The master bedroom includes a queen bed that looks out towards the waterfront. The additional bedroom includes 3 twin beds. The living room has a full size sofa and two recliners, a TV, electric fireplace, and games provided! The kitchen has a full size fridge and freezer, washer-and-dryer-in-one, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee pot, blender, and a wide variety of utensils, pots, pans, etc.

There is a fish cleaning table on the back patio - please do not clean fish inside!
Public boat launch access 0.2 miles down the road!
Two kayaks and one paddleboard available for use on site. Life vests on site. Summer use only.
Fire pit in backyard, firewood not provided. Sold at corner store down the road.
There is a black stone grill on the back patio available for use. Propane provided. Not available during winter months.

Free WI-FI. Air conditioning and heating unit installed. No pets allowed! No smoking or vaping! No events allowed.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Clean any dirty dishes and leave on dish rack to dry.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO FIREWORKS OF ANY KIND

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5028577vb
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
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

Algonac

Algonac is home to this holiday home. Balfours Marina and Bouvier Bridge Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area and Anchor Bay Woods Preserve.
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Clay Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Saint Clair - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Balfours Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Algonac State Park - 21 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Detroit Zoo - 54 min drive - 85.5 km

Getting around

  • Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cabana Blue - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sans Souci Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Knapp’s City Garage - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Brown's - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage in Clay Township - Sleeps 5 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Cottage in Clay Township - Sleeps 5?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage in Clay Township - Sleeps 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage in Clay Township - Sleeps 5?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage in Clay Township - Sleeps 5 located?

Situated in Algonac, this holiday home is steps away from St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area and Lake Saint Clair. Balfours Marina is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location - worked out perfectly! Cozy and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is quite a gem both indoors and outside. The cottage is cozy, clean, and comfortable for a perfect stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nicely renovated cottage, clean and cozy. Right on the canal with access to the lake, with plenty of deck space and fire pit for enjoying nature. Convenient to Algonac and chesterfield/new Baltimore areas. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our families, second trip to the area and staying in this home. The home is beautifully decorated perfect location. The host is very responsive with communication. Our family has began to love the area as we enjoy fishing and spending time outdoors. We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cottage. Very well laid out and extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2026
Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope you stay with us again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean house and host had great communication. Location is Great! I will definitely rent this place again if available for my future trips. Beds were comfortable as well. Neighbors are great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2026
Thanks George! I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to the next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed over the July 4th weekend and had a great time ! Jody, the host was very friendly accommodating and responded to messages pretty quickly . The house was nice and very clean .We had our tritoon boat and had a spot to tie off in back which worked perfectly . The water was deep enough for us and the location was close to all the things we planned to to. Great place !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were excellent to work with, answered all questions quickly. Cabin was very well redone, very relaxing and fit the river/lake vibe. Small size but didn't feel small, roomy kitchen area, comfy seating area. Nice deck to gather on, got to use my first Blackstone grill for dinner-perfect! Our only wish was a more open lake view, but that got us to go out and explore the area. Definitely recommend, great hosts, great price for a great little place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this rental is wonderful!! It is the quintessential lake cottage. It is extremely clean (the host even offered to swap our bath linens midweek with freshly clean and sanitized ones!), the kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals, the location is amazing and the fishing off the back seawall is great! The hosts go above and beyond with communication, ease of checkin/checkout, and are available to answer any questions or assist in any way during the stay. There is plenty of room on the dock for our boat and the launch was only minutes away from the cottage. We will definitely be back...thank you so much Jody and Tim!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a cozy little cottage! It was super clean and nice and Jody made sure check-in and everything was easy for us! We loved it stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is 10 out of 10, our family will definitely come stay again. The small coastal feel from the decor in the home, neighborhood and even the town makes even a quick out of town trip very relaxing. The home is beautifully decorated and extremely clean. We had the privilege of meeting our host and they are spectacular if there is anything needed they were willing to assist. Definitely check out the Clay Diner for breakfast and Fins for a fantastic seafood dinner. Who knew some ole buckeyes would actually love anything from that state up north.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time staying at the cottage on Lake St. Clair. It is nicely furnished and has a great view of the lake. If you are looking for a place to stay on the lake, I highly recommend you staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very nice, tastefully updated property with a nice cottage feel. It’s located in a nice, quiet neighborhood close to several restaurants and Marina’s.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage, right on the water, beautiful views, easy to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Jody Murdick

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