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Peaceful spacious Dog-Friendly, family friendly, escape with a Private Lake

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A garden area with a white gazebo, red umbrellas, and a small white building with a wreath.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There are two stools at the island.
A living room with a dark-colored sofa, a small round table with a lamp, two patterned chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.
A neatly made bed with white pillows and a blue patterned bedspread, a framed picture of sailboats on the wall, a white bedside table, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a sign that reads "Bon Appetit". There are two stools at the island and a window with curtains.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Jackson, MI
  • Place, White Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan State University
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Lansing Center
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful spacious Dog-Friendly, family friendly, escape with a Private Lake

Morningstar Farm Cottage, north of Jackson, Michigan
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms—ideal for 2 families and friends
- Located on our 90 acre family farm with a private 10-acre lake
- Grass beach, swim platform, fishing, and 2 fire pits
- Watercraft included: rowboat, small bass boat, canoe, and basic pontoon with electric motor
- 10-minute walk to the lake; golf cart rentals available
- 2 miles from Pleasant Lake public swimming beach
- Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances
- Living room with large sectional sofa and smart Roku TV
- 2 Decks for relaxing, watching sunsets, and viewing farm animals
- Near MSU, U of M, MIS, golf courses, and Stare park recreation area (within 30 minutes)
- Welcomes small reunions, girl's weekends, and corporate leasing
- Extra tent space and RV hookup available (additional charge)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
I have a pack-n-play for your use on site.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Small gatherings welcome only with prior approval
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Additional fee of $50.00 per stay per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a smoking area near the campfire

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Leave sheets on the beds and place used towels on floor in front of the washer. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
See attachment when booked for complete listing of house rules

Important information

You need to know

Property # 862798vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: small gatherings welcome only with prior approval
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
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

Jackson

Located in Jackson, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Meridian-Baseline State Park and Malay Lake, while Art 634 and Michigan Theatre of Jackson are cultural highlights. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Jackson, MI

What's nearby

  • White Lake - 8 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Michigan State University - 43 min drive - 57.6 km
  • Michigan International Speedway - 45 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Lansing Center - 47 min drive - 64.7 km
  • Spartan Stadium - 51 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Jackson Station - 16 min drive
  • Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roadhouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Acapulco Mexican Grill - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful spacious Dog-Friendly, family friendly, escape with a Private Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Peaceful spacious Dog-Friendly, family friendly, escape with a Private Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful spacious Dog-Friendly, family friendly, escape with a Private Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful spacious Dog-Friendly, family friendly, escape with a Private Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful spacious Dog-Friendly, family friendly, escape with a Private Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Malay Lake and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from White Lake. Twin Lakes and Allen Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bruce and Maxine Weller

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We are both from Jackson and really like it here. We love our farm and the cottage. We live on the farm in a separate home and wish to share our beautiful lake, and cottage.

Why they chose this property

We loved the farm and cottage the first time we saw it. We realized the potential of this beautiful place. It is situated on top of a hill and you can see for miles. The farm is a working cattle farm with spectacular views 360 degrees.

What makes this property unique

We love to stay at the cottage and entertain there. It is comfortable, clean and relaxing. The views are spectacular. Come and stay with us and see for yourself.

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