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Whitmore Bay (Whitmore Lake, MI): near Ann Arbor-lakefront beautiful cottage

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Overview of Whitmore Bay (Whitmore Lake, MI): near Ann Arbor-lakefront beautiful cottage

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Whitmore Lake, MI
  • Popular LocationThe Links at Whitmore Lake5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLegacy Center Sports Complex7 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Michigan15 min drive
  • AirportDetroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Main Floor

1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Whitmore Bay (Whitmore Lake, MI): near Ann Arbor-lakefront beautiful cottage

WHITMORE BAY

SLEEPS: 10
BEDROOMS: 4
BATHROOMS: 3

* LAKEFRONT ON WHITMORE LAKE
* PRIVATE DOCK
*CAMERAS ON SITE AND A NEST DOORBELL

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Yes, Central air

ATV's: Not on property

Bathrooms:
First Floor- Shower, toilet, sink
Second Floor- Tub/shower, sink, toilet
Master(second floor)- Shower, sink, toilet

Beach/Swimming: Not a traditional sandy beach but swimming from property off of dock. The immediate area by the sea wall can be unappealing to some. We recommend swimming shoes!

Bedroom Configurations:
Upstairs-
Master bedroom- King size bed with attached bathroom and TV
Second Bedroom- Queen size bed
Third Bedroom- Full bed and Twin/Twin bunkbed

Main Floor-
Fourth Bedroom- Full bed and TV

Boats: Single kayak, double kayak, and stand up paddleboard

Boat Launch: Whitmore Lake Boat Launch 6 min(2 miles)

Cable: No traditional cable but TV's are capable of streaming and have Firesticks available for use

Cell Phone Service: Most Major carriers work well

Coffee Maker: Keurig single serve- K-cups, sugar, and creamer provided

Distances:
Ann Arbor- 20 min(11.4 miles)
Detroit- 52 min(48 miles)
Lansing- 54 min(55.3 miles)
Toledo- 1 hr 4 min( 65.4 miles)
Saginaw- 1 hr 21 min (70.4 miles)

Dock: Yes, 30 ft. dock. Available seasonally between Memorial Day and Labor Day (weather permitting).

Drinking Water: Drinkable Well Water

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: No

Fire-pit: Not a traditional firepit. It is a propane fire table.

Fishing: Bass, Bluegill, Sunfish, Pike can all be caught on Whitmore Lake

Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.

Golf:
Whitmore Lake Golf Links- 5 min(2.4 miles)
Rolling Meadows Golf Course- 12 min (6.1 miles)

Grill: Charcoal grill- Charcoal and lighter fluid provided

Grocery Store:
Polly Market- 2 min (.7 miles)
Kroger- 12 min (7.5 miles)

Heat: Forced Air

Internet: Yes, 300 mbps, fast enough to work from location

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: Enough room for 4 to 5 cars or 3 cars and 1 trailer. Be aware that parking is very close to the street. Your trailer will need to be disconnected to fit in a parking space. Trailers over 30 feet long will not fit in the parking spaces. The driveway itself has an incline.

Pets: No pets allowed at this property

Privacy: There are neighbors on both sides

Space: 2 level home

Seniors: Welcome! 2 steps in and a bedroom located on lower level. Be aware that there is a decent incline down the driveway from the parking area. There are no steps from the parking area to the sidewalk.

Televisions:
Living Room- 70" Streaming TV
Master Bedroom- 55" Streaming TV
First Floor Bedroom- 55" Streaming TV

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, Laundry soap provided

Wood: Not provided

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals
Premier Host
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Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Outdoor space

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Whitmore Lake

Located in Whitmore Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Lyon and Leslie Science & Nature Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kempf House Museum and Law Quadrangle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Michigan Stadium or Yost Ice Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Whitmore Lake, MI

What's nearby

  • The Links at Whitmore Lake - 5 min drive
  • Legacy Center Sports Complex - 7 min drive
  • University of Michigan - 15 min drive
  • U of M Hospital - 15 min drive
  • Michigan Stadium - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 13 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Witch's Hat Brewing Company - 12 min drive
  • Zukey Lake Tavern - 13 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whitmore Bay (Whitmore Lake, MI): near Ann Arbor-lakefront beautiful cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whitmore Bay (Whitmore Lake, MI): near Ann Arbor-lakefront beautiful cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whitmore Bay (Whitmore Lake, MI): near Ann Arbor-lakefront beautiful cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whitmore Bay (Whitmore Lake, MI): near Ann Arbor-lakefront beautiful cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from The Links at Whitmore Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Huron River and Legacy Center Sports Complex. Island Lake State Recreation Area and Moose Ridge Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whitmore- 3 bath
We had a great visit- short, easy drive to our events in Brighton- beautiful house! Great views of the lake, clean, great amenities! Beds & bedding comfy. The temperatures were in the 30-40, so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck but you could enjoy the lake views from indoors.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, newly remodeled home.
Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Krystin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lakeside Cottage
Our group of 9 enjoyed our stay at the Whitmore Lakehouse. The home was well-appointed and clean. The host provided many games that we were able to select from to enhance our trip. The views of the lake were amazing and we saw otters swimming and a fox across the lake. The only negative I would give is the lack of a tankless hot water heater. There was only enough hot water for half of our group to shower in the morning before our event, which we learned the hard way.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave D., Lewis Center, OH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great long weekesn
Looking for a get together with some friends for a long weekend. The house was exactly like the listing. Very clean and several people commented they’d live there if they could. Communication was great. Check in and out was easy. Thanks for a hosting
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family stay
We stayed at this property to attend a family reunion in the area. The house was as advertised, updated and clean. Beds were comfortable, nice linens, great view. There’s parking for probably 4 cars but difficult with the snow to get into the driveway
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals

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Freshwater Vacation Rentals
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business 13 years ago, with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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