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Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor

South Lyon vacation home with kitchen

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A lakeside setting with a campfire, chairs, and a person tending to the fire.
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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove. There is a small island with a sink and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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South Lyon, MI
  • Place, Whitmore Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Moose Ridge Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Legacy Center Sports Complex
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

South Lyon

In South Lyon .At this South Lyon vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Whitmore Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Moose Ridge Golf Course. Hidden Lake and Green Oak Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whitmore Lake - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Green Oak Lake - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Moose Ridge Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Huron River - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Legacy Center Sports Complex - 8 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 20 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dua Vino + The Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Witch's Hat Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor

Relax with family and friends at this peaceful lakefront retreat, tucked into the end of a quiet residential street with a quaint canal to the west and sweeping lake views. Just 20 minutes from the Big House (U of M Stadium), 5 minutes to downtown South Lyon, and 15 minutes to charming downtown Northville.

You're close to everything without ever feeling like it. Tee off at one of Oakland County's many golf courses, swing by Busch's Fresh Food Market for groceries, or try Aubree's for the pizza locals rave about (both just 5 minutes away). Perfect for a quiet solo escape, small family gathering, or a memorable weekend with friends. Enjoy the lake, relax on the dock, and gather around the firepit once the sun goes down. If you like to fish, bring your poles, there's great fishing right off the expansive dock. Live bait is available at the nearby ACE Hardware (a 5-minute drive). Inside, the home is bright, clean, and modern.

If you're looking to venture out onto the lake, we have three kayaks available to rent for $75 per stay (paddles and life jackets included), which helps cover upkeep. A quick waiver is required to use them, just let us know if you're interested and we'll send it your way along with payment details.

Please review our full house rules before booking. A couple of things to know: the person booking must be a guest staying at the property and provide matching ID, no additional visitors or pets outside those approved on your reservation, parking is limited to 2 cars in the driveway, and we're not able to host commercial photography or events at the property.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place used towels in the shower stall, not with the trash or bedding
Return any items you moved, such as deck chairs taken to the beach, to their original spot
Hand wash and put away any dishes you use before you leave
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet hours 10pm-8am. Trampoline/coop next door isn't ours. Fires only in beach pit (fireplace inoperable); douse when done. No fireworks.
Swimming/kayaking at your own risk (no lifeguard). Kayaks rent for $75/stay, waiver required. Bunk beds used at own risk, use caution on the ladder.
Required to secure booking: renter stays on-site, matching photo ID, full names of all guests, written rules agreement. No visitors without approval.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor to the airport?

This vacation home is 25.6 mi (34-min drive) away from the Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor to the beach?

This vacation home is 9.1 mi (26-min drive) from Martindale Beach and 9.8 mi (28-min drive) from Maple Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor to downtown South Lyon?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from South Lyon.

Serene Lake Retreat with Northern Michigan Feel - 20 Minutes from Ann Arbor Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place at a great price. Fit our crew of 8 for our annual reunion and game at the Big House. Only wish Michigan played better.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Having stayed in the place back in July I knew there were new owners. They cleaned up the yard a bit, renewed the dock, put hooks in the bathroom to hang towels, and other touches to make the place cozier. Fishing was great off the dock. The bonfire was excellent, we did smores and hotdogs. The neighborhood is very friendly. Several came over to ask us if we were the new owners. I felt a real sense of community here. That small town feel. Turns out we booked at a weird time, when the neighborhood was replacing a bridge (the one and only exit and entrance to the neighborhood). Before arriving the host told us the bridge would be closed from 8a to 2p. A member of the HOA board came to inform us it would be closed at least until 5p. It was a working vacay for me, and I had a thing in Toledo that evening and couldn't risk being stuck in the house, and the host was kind enough to refund us a night's stay so that we could stay somewhere else. We couldn't work out a 1 night stay elsewhere (every traveler knows the pain of check in at 3 or 4, and check out at 10 or 11) so we had to get a 2 night stay nearby.. which was fine. that wasn't a big deal and when we travel we factor in for extra expenses. with all that confusion about the bridge, I would still recommend this place and would definitely go back
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2026