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This House Got RIZZ - Recently Renovated Lake Thompson Canal Home

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Living area
Room
2 fishing kayaks are available for use
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Howell, MI
  • Howell's MainStreet Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tanger Outlets Howell
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Mt Brighton Ski Area
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

This House Got RIZZ - Recently Renovated Lake Thompson Canal Home

Come relax at the Paddle Inn on all sports Thompson Lake. Connected to the lake by backyard canal. Neighborhood swans routinely swim by and nest in the yard. Fishing is great, kayaks available. New Blackstone grill out back. Relax and enjoy Lake Thompson, while still being close to downtown Howell.

Close to vibrant restaurants and cafes in downtown Howell, well known for festivals, food trucks, Sunday farmers market, Tanger Outlet Mall. Parks, trails & skiing nearby, including Scofield Park. Community events and festivals in town are year round. This area always has something fun to do!

The house was recently renovated. Updated kitchen great for cooking
- new induction stove
- granite counters
- large table for family meals
- Well equipped kitchen
- Eat in kitchen island
- Plenty of hot coco, apple cider, tea & coffee

Hardwood floors throughout with 2 Living Rooms
- Vaulted ceilings and open loft space
- New smart TVs
- High end leather furniture
- Games, puzzles, and books

3 Bedrooms
- deluxe, thick mattresses
- Hotel quality sheets and high end quilts
- New smart TVs in king and queen bedrooms
- Smaller bedroom with bunk bed and play room style toys

2 full bathrooms with luxurious towels, body wash and toiletries. Fully equipped laundry room.

30 mins to UM, 45 to Detroit. Perfect for MSU and UofM football trips and weekend getaways.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small children must be supervised at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Back yard extends to a canal with lake access. Children must be supervised in the yard and around the water. There is no barrier to the canal.
Please remove shoes upon entering. Slippers and socks are provided at the front door.
No parties or large gatherings are allowed. Max occupancy is 7.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Howell

Located in Howell, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Howell's MainStreet Winery and Mt Brighton Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brighton State Recreation Area and Island Lake State Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Howell, MI

What's nearby

  • Howell's MainStreet Winery - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Tanger Outlets Howell - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Mt Brighton Ski Area - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Brighton Center for Specialty Care - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • The Majestic at Lake Walden - 22 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tropical Smoothie Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪George's Coney Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This House Got RIZZ - Recently Renovated Lake Thompson Canal Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This House Got RIZZ - Recently Renovated Lake Thompson Canal Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This House Got RIZZ - Recently Renovated Lake Thompson Canal Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This House Got RIZZ - Recently Renovated Lake Thompson Canal Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Howell's MainStreet Winery and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tanger Outlets Howell and East Crooked Lake. St. Joseph Mercy Brighton Health Center and Brighton State Recreation Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such comfy and enjoyable place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet neighborhood with access to both Brighton and Howell. Kitchen had everything you needed. House was well equipped.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The inside is very clean and the owner is very receptive to needs. The yard and back deck need work and weeding. The back deck is spacious but uncovered and the afternoon and evening sun make it essentially unusable.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Michigan Graduation

We stayed here because Ann Arbor was booked a year in advance. The drive to and fro was easy. And Howell is a delightful town in and of itself. House was clean and spacious. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable and convenient

Really nice layout inside the house, was perfect for us. We had a busy weekend planned, and so we didn’t have time to spend outdoors. The house was clean, comfortable. Beds were great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great setup and location

We stayed here for the weekend, and the bedrooms were setup very well for both adults and kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khristine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Perfect place for a girls weekend! So clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neighborhood peaceful. Love backyard to sit outside. We seen lots of different wildlife. Enjoyed the spacious house. My son enjoyed the fact he had a TV in his room and the choices he had on the TV. We enjoyed the spacious living room. We had everything in the spacious kitchen to cook our meals. The bathrooms were spacious and had everything we needed. Even had a great washer and dryer. The only thing was the ceiling fan in living room was not working. We really enjoyed this house and made our vacation very enjoyable. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jules H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Weekend

We were in town meeting family for a wedding and this was the perfect home base. It is close to many stores and restaurants and by the lake, yet it is on a very quiet cul de sac. The layout is wonderful, you never feel crowded, with two living areas one downstairs and one upstairs to use. The interior is updated, very relaxing and extremely clean. The host was so friendly and even warned us when there was going to be bad weather coming in one night. We enjoyed kayaking down the canal to the lake more than once. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again if we’re in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Perfect stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location for Ann Arbor

Stayed here for a game at the University of Michigan. Perfect location away from all the chaos; beautiful, idyllic location with the lake and relaxed feel. Fantastic house, fantastic host, will stay again if I'm back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Melinda made everything so easy - the house was perfect for our extended family (3 adults, 3 teens). We would definitely return to this home on a future trip to Howell.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a cozy weekend!

Paddle Inn exceeded our expectations. This was a beautiful place to stay and perfect location. The host was in touch. The house had everything we needed and more. It was clean, cute and cozy! We hope to return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

What a great place! Anything that we needed was there! It was a quiet place, comfortable beds and just cozy. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iain L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Had an amazing time staying at the house with our family. Hosts were extremely responsive and took care of all our requests
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

stacia f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

We really enjoyed the cleanliness and comfort of this home. Lots of fun things to do in Howell and the Brighton area
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kanoe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, great location

We enjoyed our time in this house. Each day we commuted to Ann Arbor for sporting events for our kids. It contained all the amenities for our stay. There are separate living areas. I used the loft space upstairs as a workspace. The kitchen was well stocked, we used the grill, coffee maker and washer and dryer. We had 4 teens with us and there was plenty of room. One of the bedrooms had bunkbeds, a trundle bed and an air mattress. The kids made use of the kayaks and the location provided easy access to Thompson Lake. The Neighborhood is quiet and perfect for morning runs. We referred to this house as our retreat and would highly recommend this location. The host communicated with us and the directions were easy to follow.
Lake view sunrise
Lake view sunset
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay!

Particularly happy with the property manager, she was very prompt, accommodating and friendly! Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet spot in Howell

What a sweet find right in Howell. Quiet location at end of culdesac. Perfect for our family gathering. Very clean, smartly decorated and well stocked with basic necessities. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and cute house!

The Paddle Inn was very clean and cute! Each room had what we needed, beds were comfortable, and the house was well stocked with toiletries! The upstairs room does get a little warm but there are fans provided and you can change the AC temp. Very cozy and easy to find!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

Home has everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home.

Love the property! Ample space for the whole family to spread out. Hostess was very quick to respond, and very accommodating. We will recommend this home to all of our friends. Great location quietness nestled in the heart of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property!

My friends and I had a wonderful time! The house was beautiful, the lake access was great and proximity to downtown was also extremely convenient. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaCi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakehouse

Lovely house, central to places where I needed drive. Would be excellent for family trips. Friendly neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Great get together. Very well stocked with everything you could need. Very clean. Owner was there for every question we had and responded instantly. Thank you Melinda
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Melinda Caulley

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Hi I'm Melinda! I'm here to make sure your stay is phenomenal. I love being a vacation rental host and enjoy spending time outdoors on the lake. I'll make sure you can enjoy the area and take advantage of all the fun activities. I'll make sure your trip is unforgettable.

I'm an interior architect/designer by trade. I've designed all of my properties to have a beautiful and unique design aesthetic that embraces minimalism and comfort. High end furniture and textural accessories make my properties a step above the rest.

Why they chose this property

The Paddle Inn is on the canal of Lake Thompson and situated in a quiet cul-de-sac. It's tucked away in a residential area, but very close to the 96 business loop and historic downtown Howell. It's a nice retreat on the water that has amazing restaurants, pubs, and shopping close by.

Lake Thompson is know for great fishing. Connect to the lake from the back yard. We have 2 fishing kayaks and are close by the public boat launch. Amazing winter and summer recreation activities close by- Howell Nature Center, Lakelands Trail State Park, Pinckney Recreation Area, Mt Brighton, Island Lake Recreation Area, Kensington Metropark.

Downtown Howell is a historic district known for excellent restaurants, pubs, bakeries and shopping. The Sunday Farmer's Market showcases the best in the area during the warmer months. The market moves inside during the winter at the Howell Opera House. Outlet shopping is close by at the Tanger Outlet Mall.

What makes this property unique

The home is bright and cheery with back yard canal access. Enjoy the view from the backyard while Swans swim by and nest close by.

- All hardwood and tile interior keep it sparkling clean
- 2 gathering spaces with smart TVs and leather sofas
- King bed with high end mattress, hotel bedding, smart TV, adjacent bath and laundry
- Newer stainless appliances and fully stocked kitchen
- Blackstone flat top propane grill, brand new
- 2 fishing kayaks with water access from back yard, brand new

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