Welcome to Crystal Blue Oasis, an all-seasons family- and pet-friendly retreat found just north of US-12 (East Chicago Road) and nestled among the sloping hills and winding roads of the Irish Hills area along the Southern edge of Jackson County, Michigan. It is centrally located for a quick getaway; 54-minutes from Ann Arbor, 55-minutes from Lansing, and 1:16:00 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
The house offers three sleeping quarters: two main floor bedrooms and a loft. The primary bedroom sleeps two and offers a king bed positioned to provide a light and bright lake view. Prefer not to rise with the morning sun? Blackout curtains provide darkness when you need a little extra rest. The roadside bedroom, decorated in classic cottage fashion is wrapped in warm-hued knotty pine tongue and groove paneling and is equipped with a queen bed, sleeping two more guests. The loft, accessed by a forty-two-inch (42”) diameter spiral staircase sleeps four more in twin beds (best suited for older children, teens, and small adults).
Every bed in the house is outfitted with a hybrid mattress blending the comfort of traditional inner springs and the conforming support of memory foam where it is needed most. The addition of premium bed linens completes the package leading to a restful night’s sleep.
Other interior features include central air conditioning, a completely renovated bathroom with a walk-in shower (no tub), fully outfitted kitchen, and a washer and dryer for added convenience. There is a stocked coffee bar with a variety of K-Cups, teas, hot chocolate, creamers, and sugars.
Crystal Blue Oasis boasts a level lot with eighty-two feet (82’) of direct frontage on a 155-acre crystal clear, Caribbean-blue spring fed lake with all-sports access to boat, swim, and fish for Bluegill, Black Crappie, Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, and Walleye. Its calm, shallow, and sandy shoreline makes it great for little ones to splash and play and lends itself to a tranquil kayak and paddle boarding experience. For guests’ convenience, there are two sit-on kayaks and/or two stand-up paddleboards available for the duration of your stay; a small added fee applies. Contact the host to arrange access and sign the waiver of liability. For guests traveling with their own watercraft, the public park offers a no cost boat launch for small boats and personal watercraft. Seasonally, the onsite dock (one side) is available for use during your stay. An assortment of life jackets is available.
Outdoor amenities include front and rear covered porches with outdoor seating, a wood burning fire pit, propane grill, outdoor dining table, children’s picnic table, and an assortment of outdoor games. Two pairs of Adirondack chairs with a connecting table adorn the lakeshore, perfect for watching the morning sunrise, kids splashing in the water, or while admiring the lake’s memorizing turquoise blue waters.
Need a break from the water? Enjoy an assortment of games and puzzles or relax while watching any of the Wi-Fi connected smart TVs found in the living room and each bedroom. Seasonally (September 15th – May 15th), bask in the warm flickering glow of the wood burning fireplace.
Off property choose to hit the links at one of the area golf courses or just enjoy a meal at their club house or take a 15-minute walk and visit the local chill and grill for its fast food-style menu and sweet treats for dessert.
Jackson County offers many seasonal attractions including MIS (Michigan International Speedway), the Jackson Hot Air Jubilee, the Jackson and Hillsdale County Fairs, and provides an opportunity to hunt for treasure along the US-12 Heritage Trail during Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale. Other local attractions include numerous wineries and craft breweries, as well as antique stores, historical sites, Cell Block 7 prison tour, Hidden Lake Gardens, and The Cascades illuminated and choreographed manmade waterfall.
Crystal Blue Oasis is conveniently found within 20 minutes of Hillsdale and Spring Arbor Colleges and an hour from the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and Eastern Michigan University.
There are two active recording devices on the exterior of the home that capture audio and video. The video doorbell overlooks the front yard and is available to communicate during check-in if you have difficulties. Positioned at the dock, a motion activated spotlight monitors the property owner’s watercraft(s).