You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Vacation at the Lake
You don't need to go up north for an amazing lakefront vacation experience. This 2,200 sft guest house has three bedrooms: king in master, queen in room 2, a twin and queen in room 3 and a queen size futon in the living room. Make memories with your family or friends with 80 feet of lakefront, a sanded beach and swimming area, fishing dock, free use of four kayaks and a bonfire pit. Downtown Brighton & Howell restaurants 10 min away.
Property manager
Shane Gadbaw
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
On a lake
Things to do
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,224 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
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
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
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Vacation at the Lake Howell
Vacation at the Lake Private vacation home
Vacation at the Lake Private vacation home Howell
About the neighborhood
Howell, MI
What's nearby
Mt Brighton Ski Area - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
East Crooked Lake - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
Brighton Center for Specialty Care - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
Tanger Outlets Howell - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
Legacy Center Sports Complex - 20 min drive - 16.1 km
Getting around
Ann Arbor Station - 30 min drive
Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Culver's - 10 min drive
Nick's Log Cabin Inn - 12 min drive
Panera Bread - 10 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Vacation at the Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Vacation at the Lake?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Vacation at the Lake?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Vacation at the Lake located?
Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Brighton State Recreation Area and within 6 mi (10 km) of East Crooked Lake and Mt Brighton Ski Area. Brighton Center for Specialty Care and Howell's MainStreet Winery are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Vacation at the Lake Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 132 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 132 reviews
8 - Good
14
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 132 reviews
6 - Okay
7
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Keith
12 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Specious and enjoyed the wildlife at the lake. House has many little things that could be improved though.
Excellent property in a fantastic location! House is much bigger then the pictures. Very clean, plenty of extra towels and bedding. Area and lake was very quiet.
Perfect spot for a boys weekend. So much space, well equipped, and very clean. The lake was beautiful and it was so nice to spend time in the backyard on the deck or at the fire pit. The owner was very communicative and helpful.
My family stayed here for our daughter's graduation from Michigan. The view of the lake is gorgeous. We had space to spread out. The boys enjoyed the yard. The host responded quickly to texts. A+
We have made this our yearly family trip. It is a great spot for BBQs and get togethers. Kids love the beach area and fishing off the dock. We will definitely be back!
Our teen girls group had a great time at this house. A fire pit, kayaks, and a large house to spread out in. We truly enjoyed ourselves. Pretty quiet area despite how close the houses are together. Owner texted back quickly with help when needed. Thank you :)
I was really pleased with the location of this great little getaway spot. Halfway between Lansing and Detroit, it worked great for my daughter's birthday party with her friends from those two towns.
The location was perfect for our trip to Ann Arbor. The place was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. If you’re planning a trip to Ann Arbor to attend a Michigan game I would highly recommend this house. From the house to the stadium is only about 25 minute drive. Go Blue!
First and foremost, Shane, the renter, was amazing to deal with. Always answered my questions quickly. Home was perfect for a girls weekend celebrating a 50th birthday. The location is amazing on the lake. Saw a loon, a swan and an albino squirrel. Kitchen had plenty of everything you need. Beds were SUPER comfortable. Some things are a little dated, but never bothered us. I can't wait to plan another girls weekend here!
The house was just as listed and was exactly what we needed for our girls weekend! Clean, easy to check in and out, near by to shopping downtown Howell and food.
It was the perfect choice for us!
Our families gathered. Three different families. The younger ones spent the night. During the day we enjoyed a snowball fight, games, TV, and lots of good meals together. The kitchen is fantastic, We could prepare, cook, and do dishes all together. The upstairs bedrooms gave us room to spread out. The two dining areas gave us space to gather.
We loved the location and the beautiful lake access. The house easily fit all our family for a weekend celebrating our nephews wedding. The house is comfortable, has kayaks and canoes for the lake. Needs some updating, very dated, but was clean and provided what we needed. Would stay here again.
The house was much larger than we had expected - the master bedroom in particular is huge! We ended up being in the house much more than we had planned since our family who lives locally that we were visiting got COVID. It was great having such a large house to accommodate us since we spent most of our time there. I will definitely check for availability for future stays.
Mary Lou O.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
6/10 Okay
Ernest g.
15 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
No Fishing
Photos of the property had the dock in the water . But when i arrived it was stacked next to the fire pit .
We had a great time on our annual family fishing trip. No issues with anything regarding the cottage. Everything was clean and well maintained. The lake was great and we caught some nice bass and pike. The panfish were mostly on the small side though. Overall we had a great time and will definitely consider returning another time!
Taking a mini vacation away from teaching and this home foot the bill to the T!! A table to eat and another to puzzle and play cards. Quiet quaint had everything we needed for eating in. WiFi was perfect even though a snowstorm. Loved it so much our group is considering coming back next year!
Plenty of space for 8 adults, and 2 toddlers. The sandy beach with shallow water worked great for the toddlers. We enjoyed yard games, kayaking, chats on the patio and campfire. The kitchen was nothing fancy, but worked great for us to prepare meals. We had a great experience. Checkin and checkout couldnt have been easier.