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Lake Front Blue Turtle Cottage on Patterson Chain of 7 Lakes 3BR, 1.5BA

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Kitchen
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Pinckney, MI

Pinckney State Recreation Area
‪10 min walk‬
Whispering Pines
‪10 min drive‬
Timber Trace Golf Club
‪13 min drive‬
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

Lake Front Blue Turtle Cottage on Patterson Chain of 7 Lakes 3BR, 1.5BA

Recent updates: New paver patio around the fire pit, king size mattress in primary BR. Natural gas generator, Newly added half bathroom. Ledge rock seawall and sandy beach. Lovely 3BR, 1 full and 1 half bath lake front cottage house. Sleeps 6 plus one Pack n Play. 1 king sized bed, 1 queen bed and 2 twin beds with trundle making a third twin bed. 55' flat screen IF you want to stay inside! 😉. 140' of lake front on the beautiful Halfmoon-Patterson Chain of 7 Lakes. Which is located less than a mile from Pinckney Recreation Area. The chain of lakes include Woodburn, Patterson, Watson, Bruin, Halfmoon, Blind and Hi-Land lakes plus various coves and waterways connecting the lakes. This entire area is naturally scenic along with miles of hiking and biking trails that run along/through the chain and connecting recreation areas. Patterson Lake is all sports. Our home is fully furnished with all modern amenities. 2 Kayaks and 1 paddle board, large canoe, rafts and beach toys to use. 60' dock. All Hardwood flooring. New fire pit with plenty of outside seating. We even supply firewood! Boat launch nearby for your OWN boat that you can tie at our dock. Or rent a pontoon from N&K Marine on the lake (see last photo). Come spend your summer vacation here!

Your dog(s), maximum 2 may be allowed with prior approval from home owner. Pet fee additional.

ABSOLUTELY NO LARGE GATHERINGS OR PARTIES ON THE PROPERTY OR LAKE FRONT. If you plan to have friends visit who are not on the reservation, you must tell the home owner prior to their arrival. Owner must be notified of any additional over night guests not on original reservation to avoid additional fees. Security cameras are on premises.

Property manager

Melissa Stolz

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pack n Play available

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Pets considered for an additional fee(s)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed in house or on property

Number of nights allowed to book 3-7, with some exceptions for longer stays.

Upon final departure, please remove sheets/pillow cases from beds used and towels used and place in laundry sink or in tub/shower. Thank you.

Upon your final departure please place all trash and recycling in respective trash cans outside.

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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

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pinckney

Located in Pinckney, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Encore Theatre and Purple Rose Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whispering Pines and Legacy Center Sports Complex. Ann Arbor Hands On Museum and Exhibit Museum of Natural History at the University Of Michigan are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pinckney, MI

What's nearby

Pinckney State Recreation Area - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Whispering Pines - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
Timber Trace Golf Club - 13 min drive - 5.6 km
University of Michigan - 43 min drive - 46.8 km
Michigan Stadium - 43 min drive - 45.8 km

Getting around

Ann Arbor Station - 38 min drive
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
‪Country Pub - ‬10 min drive
‪Pinckney Diner - ‬11 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
‪Hell Saloon - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Blue Turtle Cottage on Patterson Chain of 7 Lakes 3BR, 1.5BA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lake Front Blue Turtle Cottage on Patterson Chain of 7 Lakes 3BR, 1.5BA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Blue Turtle Cottage on Patterson Chain of 7 Lakes 3BR, 1.5BA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front Blue Turtle Cottage on Patterson Chain of 7 Lakes 3BR, 1.5BA located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Pinckney State Recreation Area and within 9 miles (15 km) of Whispering Pines and Huron River. Brighton State Recreation Area is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

22 July 2021

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

Amazing lakes

The house was wonderful. Perfect views, every amenity, very clean. The best part for is was exploring the chain of lakes.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Z.

12 July 2022

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

Beautiful Lake House - great for family memories

My family had a wonderful and relaxing time staying at the Blue Turtle lake house. Very clean and comfortable. Great beach with walk out sandy bottom. Many memories made and we hope to visit again in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

6 July 2023

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

Great cottage on the lake

We had an amazing time at the lake cottage. It was beautiful and peaceful during our stay. Melissa was very responsive and helpful. The cottage had all the accommodations needed. Would highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

26 July 2024

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

Wonderful 2nd Stay @ the Blue Turtle Cottage

This was the second time our family of four + pup stayed at the Blue Turtle. The cottage was just as great as it was before, plus several new upgrades. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed swimming, kayaking, boating, and the beautiful property. Everything was very clean and comfortable. Melissa is a responsive and friendly host. We highly recommend it!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

25 April 2023

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

Great Family Hang on Lake Paterson

S'more, hang, talk, boardgames, and lots of family fun and love. Beautiful cottage, great host. Thank you so much.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

3 August 2017

Picture perfect!!!

Everything was perfect, including the weather!!! We had such a wonderful time and Melissa was great to work with. This lovely cottage is clean and has everything you need for a great vacation 😍😎

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

20 May 2023

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

Getaway

This is an excellent place to stay; will be staying again in the future.. My family loved it, my father and grandfather definitely needed a little vacation... Thank you again! Melissa...

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 July 2017

Cozy & clean

Had a great stay at the Blue Turtle! It had everything we needed. Comfy beds and a clean cottage. The owner even let us use the paddle board, kayaks & paddle boat. Nice, quiet lake with beautiful sunsets. We enjoyed most of our days outside and nights by the bonfire.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H.

2 December 2021

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

Beautiful lakeside cottage

This location is gorgeous and even with snow on the ground and below freezing temperatures it was a perfect retreat for my 78 yo mom and I. Everything we needed and more. I can image it is pure heaven in the summer for families with kids. Melissa was easy to communicate with and made everything easy.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

24 July 2023

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

Turtle house

Wonderful cottage on the lake. Weather was beautiful. Lake is very clean. Kayaks ,paddle board and paddle boat got plenty of use. House is very clean and the beds were comfortable. Need a sign of great vacation, my 3 teens didn't complain at all!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly D.

7 September 2021

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Just perfect

The family stayed last year and we loved it so much we came back, and it was just as wonderful. Can’t think of a single thing to improve. Thank you and hope to return next summer!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

13 June 2022

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

Girls Trip to Blue Turtle Cottage

Property was just as described and the pictures of the interior were spot on. Melissa was very communicative on what to expect and the how to when we arrived which was very helpful. Would recommend property to anyone. Will definitely have to book again!! Thank you for being an amazing hostess.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

12 June 2022

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

Wonderful week on the lake!

My husband, best friends, and our godson (toddler) absolutely loved our stay! Melissa was so available and the cottage is beautifully renovated. There were loads of linens and everyday items for vacationing (pots, pans, coffee, toiletries, etc.). The access to the lake is incredible and the fire pit made for enjoyable Michigan nights (and s’mores!). We would absolutely recommend Melissa’s lake house to friends and family!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

6 August 2021

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

A Fabulous Family Vacation

Our family had a great time on our recent vacation at the Blue Turtle. Melissa was the perfect hostess & the lake house had everything needed for an absolutely wonderful stay. The accommodations were very comfortable, clean, and well designed. The lake was shallow for quite a distance and perfect for our young children (ages 6 & 7) to swim. We enjoyed using the paddleboard, kayaks & canoe on the property. We all loved that we could bring our family dog on the trip since the property was fully fenced. He also had a great time swimming in the lake. Overall, a fabulous family vacation & we hope to return one day soon.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carly D.

24 August 2020

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

Wonderful vacation home for families

With five adults and a toddler and newborn, this house was perfect for everyone to have a wonderful time indoors and out. The lake access and kayaks, canoe, and paddleboards really made getting out on the water easy and fun for all to take turns, and swimming/floating was great too with the sandy shallow bottom and warm water. The interior is incredibly nicely furnished and comfortable, including the beds and chairs, etc. Plenty of seating for everyone! The grill and well-equipped kitchens were both much appreciated and enjoyed. Melissa was an excellent host with great communication. The location and views are great, the house is great, the host is great -- we can't wait to go back next year!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

11 July 2022

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

Perfect space and perfect location

This property was clean, well-stocked with kitchenware, towels, water toys, outdoor space, and of course the lake. There was nothing I needed that I didn't find in the house. The location is great for running, bike riding, hiking, walking and water sports. The neighbors are friendly, and the home feels safe and cozy. Communication with the owners was easy and pleasant, there were no problems or issues. This was the best VRBO stay I have ever had. I will come back, given the opportunity.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

4 May 2018

Blue Turtle Cottage

A very beautiful cabin on Lake Patterson. Seven of us came up for my granddaughter graduation from U of M in Ann Arbor. The trip in to Ann Arbor was only 30 minutes away. The cabin had plenty of room, was well maintained and very clean. We have rented many house through VRBO in the years and this one rates right on top of my list. Even though the weather was cold my younger grandsons did fish from the shore and they did catch fish, which made them very happy. They kept asking me when can we rent the cabin again and come back. We created wonderful memories that we will remember for a life time. I will definitely recommend this cottage to all our friends and family.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lisa s.

13 August 2017

Great Family Cottage

I spent a week at the cottage in August with my father and two children ages 9 and 12. The lake was perfect for the kids - not to big and the water was shallow near the cottage. The owners left plenty of things for us to use in the water including kayaks, paddle boards, floats, etc. The cottage has been recently remodeled and it is modern and very well kept with all the amenities we needed and more. The location is rural and out of the way, but if you are interested in taking day trips, there are lots of things to do in the surrounding towns and cities. We are from New York and this was our first time in Michigan - it is a beautiful state and we had a great trip. I would definitely recommend the Blue Turtle Cottage for families looking for a fun and relaxing lake vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Judy T., Tioga, Tioga County, PA, USA

22 September 2021

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

Great Place

This is our third visit to Blue Turtle Cottage and it WILL NOT be our last. We are already making plans for a week next summer. Melissa goes beyond to make sure everything is perfect. The kitchen is the best equipped I have ever seen. The addition of the half bath just off the living room was great. Now when the grand boys come in off the beach, they go straight there to get the sand off their hands and arms. No more going through the house to the full bath. The added bonus are the water toys! Can’t keep the kids (and their parents) off or out of the water. Thank you Melissa for a dream cottage!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Nicholas L.

30 June 2022

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

Great place on the Half Moon chain of lakes.

Such a great place to spend time on the chain of lakes. The hostess, Melissa, is very attentive. The place has everything you need to have a great stay at this cottage. The kayaks and stand up paddle board are perfect… especially if you don’t rent a pontoon or bring your own boat. The only thing we had a small problem with was that the owner’s dog beds were left in the master closet. Since we aren’t dog people, we aren’t used to the smell. We could not use the closet but luckily we didn’t need the 3rd bedroom so we used that closet. Other than that, the place was very clean and well appointed. Would recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curt H.

29 October 2020

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

Gorgeous property with fantastic property manager!

We needed a place to stay while visiting our daughter and this place far exceeded our expectations! We had some travel concerns with Covid that Melissa was an absolute rockstar in accommodating. She was exceptionally easy to work with and highly efficient! The property was easy to find and in stunningly beautiful location! Lots of Autumn foliage and right on the water. The unit itself was very clean, comfortable, and beautifully appointed. Melissa really knows how to decorate and organize! The basket of goodies when we arrived was a god-send as we hadn't had a chance to get groceries or stop for food. Checkout was a breeze! Easy and quick list of items to do. Certainly made the end of our stay as convenient as it could be. Wish we could give more than 5 stars! Thanks Melissa!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

2 October 2020

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

Dream Cottage

We have stayed in a lot of VRBO/AirBnB/Homeways, but this was by far the best one we have ever stayed in. Not only was it decorated professionally, but everything was more than stocked. If there was something we wanted, we just looked in the drawers/cabinets/closets and it was there. Melissa was very accommodating and was a delight to work with. The grand boys loved the water toys and even when it was raining they were out playing in the sand on the beach. Even the pooch had a smile on his snout when he found a basket of dog toys just for him. Melissa and Scott went beyond the extreme to make this a place to remember and want to visit again. Thank you for sharing your beautiful Blue Turtle Cottage with us. We will definitely stay with you again. Judy & Ed Thomas and daughter, son-in-law & 2 grand boys.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy C., Ridgway CO

26 June 2021

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

Live, Love, Lake!

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Blue Turtle! We have family in Ann Arbor and surrounding areas, and it was the perfect spot to have our own fun place to stay, and still visit our family. Melissa was very communicative before and during our stay and the place had everything we could need. The fenced yard was perfect for our old sweet dog (although if you have an escape dog, it could go through the water to get out!) The neighbors were also friendly and gave the pup a few treats (with our permission!). The water front view from the yard and from the master bedroom was just lovely! We spent some great quality family time sitting, eating, drinking, by the water, as well as swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking the Potawatomi trail, and canoeing! The lake is quite shallow for a long way out, so we felt safe with the kids playing in it as much as they wanted. The provided lifejackets were also great! The picnic and dining tables, and all of the chairs outside were perfect, and we spent a lot of time sitting in the shade under the maple tree in the yard as well, watching the ducks, swans, and sandhill cranes. The beds were very comfortable, and having two bathrooms was perfect. The cottage has many sweet decorations throughout, and the kitchen is also well stocked! Overall, we had a wonderful stay!

Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

17 August 2023

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

Wonderful stay

We had such a great time at Blue Turtle Cottage! The listing honestly didn’t do it justice! The house was clean and very cozy. The outdoor living space was perfect for our family. The lake was great for our kids, with a sandy area and shallow walkout, as well as lots of water toys. Melissa was so welcoming and accommodating and easy to get ahold of if we had any questions. We would definitely love to visit again next summer!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

23 July 2023

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Blue Turtle Memories

We enjoyed our stay at the lake cottage. We had a lot of great memories from our stay! My favorite was playing homer in derby in the lake with my son, going on a paddle boat ride with my wife, and hunting for shells with my daughters. We will definitely come back and recommend this Cottage. Thank you Melissa for letting us be able to make these family memories at your cottage. Thanks, The Czerwinski Family

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Stolz

My family and I live in Brighton, MI. Which is 30 minutes from the Blue Turtle cottage. We love our Lake front house and would like to occasionally share it with people looking to get away to a cute water front cottage, (perhaps) not too far away. I am also a Michigan Licensed Professional Realtor specializing in buyer and seller needs.

Why they chose this property

I love our cottage! I had been looking for over 3 years for something like this. We don't have the time to travel "up North" to the "cottage". So I kept my search local. This is a newer home compared to many lake front home/cottages. It was built in 2003 and is very up to date with everything you could need.

What makes this property unique

Many other cottages have about 40 ft of water frontage. Our cottage has a whopping 140'! The water is shallow for a ways out, which makes it fun for playing in the water. We are connected to 6 other lakes by boat or kayak/canoe. One is a no wake lake that makes for awesome fishing! We have a western exposure giving us an awesome sunset every evening!

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

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Pinckney

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Reviews

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Amazing lakes

Jon G.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Z.

Beautiful Lake House - great for family memories

Elizabeth Z.

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Great cottage on the lake

Laura C.

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

Wonderful 2nd Stay @ the Blue Turtle Cottage

Kristina L.

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Great Family Hang on Lake Paterson

Mark L.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

Picture perfect!!!

Dianne H.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Getaway

Sarah S.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Cozy & clean

Verified traveller

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H.