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Welcome to our charming 1850's cottage-style home - Frances House

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Dexter

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, stereo
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dexter, MI
  • Place, The Encore Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Huron River
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Dexter-Huron
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Dexter

In Dexter .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find The Encore Theatre and Dexter-Huron. Also, Huron River is within half a mile (1 km) and Hudson Mills Metropark is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Encore Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hudson Mills Metropark - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Huron River - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dexter-Huron - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dexter Health Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 17 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pilot Travel Center - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 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.

Welcome to our charming 1850's cottage-style home - Frances House

This cozy retreat sleeps up to 6 guests.
Situated within walking distance to local shops and restaurants, our home provides easy access to the vibrant community of Dexter. Step or ride onto the 35-mile Border-to-Border Trail or access kayaking/tubing on the Huron River.
Just 9 miles away is the lively city of Ann Arbor, offering a wide array of cultural attractions, dining, and entertainment options.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

It’s our goal to make your stay with us an exceptional one. Please message Jim with any questions, concerns, or ideas to help us achieve this.
Shoes: We kindly ask you to remove your shoes while inside the house to help keep everything clean and comfortable for everyone.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and a first aid kit
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Reviews

Welcome to our charming 1850's cottage-style home - Frances House Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This sweet house is as advertised, and it met our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aydin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Upstairs sleeping are is wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliza K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Trip

I great place to rest your head after a long day of farmers markets and patio sitting. Dog friendly as well!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Little Getaway

James's home was the perfect little getaway for me, my husband, and our dog. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed being so close to downtown Dexter. There are pubs, shops, a bakery, and general stores within a 5-minute walk. James was an extremely thoughtful host and there were so many amenities to choose from. The home was clean, comfortable, and spacious. We would highly recommend James as a host and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025