Horton Beach Lake House: Your Spring Escape in Michigan's Irish Hills

Horton Beach Lake House

SLEEPS: 16

BEDROOMS: 6

BATHROOMS: 4
* Lakefront on Devils Lake
* Swimming from property
* Surveillance cameras on premises
* Please be considerate of our neighbors. They are full-time residents. The neighborhood has a quiet time between 10pm and 8am.


Welcome to the beautiful Devils Lake! Enjoy making memories in this spacious lakefront home, perfect for gathering families or larger groups! Plenty of bedrooms to accommodate 16+ guests. Lake access is directly behind property, perfect for docking your own boat or a rental! Public boat launch is just minutes away, as well as a 5 minute drive to multiple dining options, ice cream, and golfing. Conveniently located off of 223, just 25 minutes NW of Adrian, MI.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Yes, has central air throughout

ATV's: Not on property

Bathrooms:
Main Floor-Shower, sink, toilet
Second Floor-Master bathroom with walk-in shower, Jacuzzi tub, toilet, and sink
Second Floor- Tub/Shower, sink, toilet
Third Floor-Shower, sink, toilet

Beach/Swimming: There is swimming from the property, not a traditional beach, but water is accessible from the Dock Ladder. There is also a public sandy beach on North side of lake about 2.5 miles away.

Bedroom Configurations:
Second Floor-
Master Bedroom-King size bed with attached bathroom, 55" TV, gas fireplace, and balcony
Bedroom 2- 2 Queen beds
Bedroom 3- California King with balcony
Bedroom 4- Double bed, and single bed

Third Floor-
Bedroom 5- 2 Queen beds with 39" Smart Fire TV
Bedroom-6 - 2 Bunkbeds and a single bed(2 trundles available for additional sleeping)

Boats: 2 single person kayaks and a paddle board available for use (Memorial thru Labor Day)


Boat Launch: Devils Lake Marina just 3/4 of a mile down the road and Devils Lake Public boat launch is 1.4 miles

Cable: Not traditional cable but the TV's are all capable of streaming

Cell Phone Service: Major providers work well


Coffee Maker: 12 cup drip coffee maker and a Kuerig- coffee and k-cups provided

Distances:
*University of Michigan: 42 miles
*Michigan State University: 60 miles
*Kalamazoo: 89 miles
*Detroit: 92 miles

Dock: 90-foot dock available from Memorial to Labor Day, Jet Ski Lift, also has steps to enter the water for swimming!


Drinking Water: Drinkable well water with reverse osmosis purification


Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: 2 sided gas fireplace facing kitchen and living room and second fireplace in the 2nd floor master bedroom

Fire-pit: Portable propane firepit available

Fishing: A variety of fish can be caught on Devils lake- bluegill, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, rock bass, small and large mouth bass.

Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.

Golf: Devils Lake Golf Course 2.9 miles(5 mins)

Grill: Propane grill

Grocery Store:
Sterling Market- 3.4 Miles(8 min)
Country Market- 10.8 Miles(17 mins)

Heat: Gas, forced air

Internet/wifi: Xfinity service, capable of speeds to stream and work from location

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.


Parking: 5 cars plus 1 in garage. No street parking.

Pets: No pets allowed, owner has allergies

Privacy: Neighbors right next door on both sides. Please be respectful and adhere to the quiet times between 10pm and 8am.

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
- Lenawee County Trails: About 5-15 miles away.
- Michigan DNR Trails: Around 20-30 miles away in nearby counties.
- Michigan Snowmobile Association Trails: Around 20-40 miles away in counties like Monroe or Hillsdale.
**Please trailer to trails**

Space: 3 level home with neighbors next door, this home does not have side yards and backyard patio only accessible through the home. There is a public easement to the one side of home for emergency services only

Seniors: Welcome, but there are steps throughout home and on back patio

Televisions:
Family Room- 52" Roku streaming
Sitting Room- 39" Roku streaming
Master Bedroom(2nd floor)- 55" Roku streaming
Third floor 2 Queen Bedroom- 39" Amazon Fire streaming

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay.

Washer and Dryer:
Washer and Dryer located on first floor also
Washer and Dryer located on second floor at top of stairs

Winter Activities:
* Devil's Lake (Ice Fishing & Winter Views)
Distance: 1 mile (about a 2-3 minute drive)
* Hayes State Park (Cross-Country Skiing & Hiking)
Distance: 7 miles (about a 15-minute drive)
* Irish Hills (Winter Hiking & Snowshoeing)
Distance: 8 miles (about a 15-minute drive)
* Bundy Hill Off-Road Park (Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding)
Distance: 40 miles (about a 45-minute drive)
* Mount Brighton (Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding)
Distance: 60 miles (about a 1-hour drive)
* Winter Events (Local Town Parades, Christmas Markets, etc.)
Many events are held in nearby towns such as Adrian, Jackson, or Ann Arbor.

Wood: Not provided(not needed everything is gas or propane)