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Vacation at the Lake

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to this 2,200 sqft lakefront guest house with a sanded beach and swimming area. Create lasting memories with family or friends as you enjoy the fishing dock, bonfire pit and free use of four kayaks.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9207 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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 centre
  • 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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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please do not lock the door. Leave the key in the bowl by the front door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
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 area

Located in Howell, this holiday home is on a lake. Mt Brighton Ski Area and Howell's MainStreet Winery 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. Visit our Howell travel guide
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Howell, MI

What's nearby

  • University of Michigan showing street scenes and outdoor art as well as a couple
    University of Michigan
    31 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Brighton State Recreation Area
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Brighton Center for Specialty Care
    11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Legacy Center Sports Complex
    16 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Suburban Collection Showplace
    27 min drive - 41.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Culver's
    9 min drive
  • Panera Bread
    10 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    9 min drive
  • Buffalo Wild Wings
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation at the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vacation at the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacation at the Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Brighton State Recreation Area and within 6 miles (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 miles (15 km).

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Vacation at the Lake Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Felt right at home

This place was even better than we'd anticipated, lots of space, plenty of linens and towels, very clean.It was a perfect location for everything we wanted to do and we are definitely planning to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Wonderful Stay

Besides the great weather for snowboarding, the home and space were immaculate. There was ample space for the 7 of us and the views of the lake were quite a highlight when waking up!! Will definitely be looking to stay here again when back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Boys weekend

My 3 boys and I enjoyed our stay and loved the ice skating on the lake while the snow came down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

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

Lake vacation

Nice area and yard to the beach. Lots of room . Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosy R.

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

Visiting son at university fo Canadian Thanksgiving

Very Clean comfortable home, beautiful atea on the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristine h.

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

Great stay and host!

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!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

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

Girl’s Weekend

Everything was great. The house was perfect for a girl’s weekend, plenty of space. The location was fantastic. The views around the house looking out toward the lake were stunning, especially in the morning and evenings when the sandhill cranes were out in the back yard. Even though the weather was cold and the lake was frozen, there was plenty to do. We will definitely consider rebooking in the summertime. Overall, we had a great time and the house worked perfectly for our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Lovely, quiet lakeside house.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

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

Comfortable and a accomodating

Although we were there to work, we did not make use of the lake, though we did sit outside. Our host was very understanding about our need to work and was generous in refunding some of the fee when the work crew he had was fairly disruptive. Rooms were comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Specious and enjoyed the wildlife at the lake. House has many little things that could be improved though.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

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

One of the best VRBOs we have stayed at.

We stayed at the Vacation at the Lake home for 8 days. It was a wonderful. The neighborhood is great. The home is just a few minutes from shopping, and is right between Brighton and Howell, two of the nicest towns in Michigan. The beds were comfortable. The home was very clean. It is perfectly laid out so that you can have wonderful family dinners and game nights. The lake views are beautiful. The host is great, and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

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

Perfect

Location was perfect and kids had a great time on the kayaks and playing in the lake! Lots of room on the patio where we had a big family dinner!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

Great Team Retreat Spot

We had our 6 member team utilize the space during a retreat week. Great location and view of the lake. Lovely home. Plenty of space for meetings.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Great getaway

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Lakeside Gem

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R., Oak Island, NC (USA)

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

Great place to stay!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loretta E.

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

Relaxing getaway

We loved having the bedrooms on the 2nd floor. Compared to most rental houses, there was plenty of seating available in the living area and we had the best morning coffee out on the patio facing the lake. The beds were comfortable and the lake was surprisingly quiet. Although this was near the end of September, so mid summer might be a different story. The kids loved the kayaks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

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

Perfect for Michigan Graduation

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+
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Karen V.

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

family wedding weekend

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

eric b.

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

Michigan game

We came in on Friday afternoon. The stay was nice the property was clean. Went to Michigan game on Saturday. Came back to house and chilled. I think the only thing house really needs is a second shower in it. Other than that enjoyed the property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal K.

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

Large Clean House, Great for a group gathering

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 :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Marla G.

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

Love lake life!

Kids loved little beach and fishing off the dock with great success. Privacy was great. Loved the kayaks, lawn chairs and fire pit. Some things were outdated or needed repair, but owner was responsive to suggestions. Strong WiFi and xfinity tv made our evenings fun! Supplying towels, linens and washer/dryer were appreciated. We’d come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

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

Fabulous days on the lake

This house met all our needs - and exceeded them in most cases. We spent hours out in the kayaks exploring this wonderful lake. The house has a ton of space. The grounds are meticulously cared for. The neighborhood is delightful. It was a great few days of vacation. And our chat with the owner was a delight. We will look for an opportunity to return. Thank you for a great few days!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou O.

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

Large, comfortable house

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

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

family time

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.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024