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Chelsea Lake House, Game Room, & Pontoon-rental

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Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, table tennis
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Chelsea Lake House, Game Room, & Pontoon-rental

Come bike, hike, fish, kayak, boat and have a fire right on the shore of the lake, yet close to picturesque downtown Chelsea (3 miles) that features bars, shopping, excellent restaurants and we’re a short drive to downtown Ann Arbor/UoM Stadium (18 miles). We cater to families and business people alike with a fully renovated home, kayaks (5), paddle boat (life jackets provided), game room with ping pong, darts, table for poker, stone fire pit, etc. PONTOON RENTAL NOW AVAIL for addit fee. Contact us for details.
The space
As soon as you walk in the front door you’ll see the lake backed by huge trees through the large windows in the kitchen and sunroom through the open floor plan. There’s a wood fireplace and cozy sitting area on one side of the kitchen, large custom bar with 3 stools, huge kitchen farm table with seating for at least 6, which leads into the attached sunroom with large sectional. The hallway immediately off the kitchen/dining room leads to two spacious bedrooms with queen size beds. The second bathroom is equipped with a whirlpool tub and a Bluetooth exhaust fan/speaker where you can listen to music and relax. The second bedroom can be used as the ‘master’ as it has an attached, private, bathroom. A large laundry room with washer and dryer and utility sink are provided for your use. The hallway ends at an enormous third bedroom with a king size bed and plenty of room to either getaway yourself or let the kids have their own space to do so and has large glass doors with a view of the lake and a private entrance to the back yard. The third bedroom is directly connected to the 4th bedroom via French doors (see floorplan picture) and has a futon that is actually comfortable and is ideal for either letting all the kids camp out and sleep or if you have little ones you want to keep a close eye on.

The intimate backyard has a stone fire pit and the property sits feet away from the lake. The lake itself is a natural, spring fed, cool lake that is up to 30’ deep and has blooming lilly pads for large parts of the summer; during the summer, we provide a swim dock to hang out and jump into the cool water. There are lilly pads along the shoreline of the property but open water trail like systems cut through the lake and really add to the charm of the lake. As you paddle west from the house the lake opens up more and more and this is where you’ll see sporadic swim docks. The entirety of the east, south, and west shores are completely undeveloped with stunning fall colors or unspoiled nature and beauty year round; it’s truly gorgeous and you’ll feel like you are in the middle of nowhere. In our opinion, it's easily the best lake to fish in the area.
Guest access
Access via smart lock. Private parking
Other things to note
The neighborhood you’ll stay in is a quiet neighborhood on a dead end dirt road where the home is directly on the lake and 900 square feet of pole barn across the street is the game room. The game room space is large enough that if you have bad weather you can play baggo within it and make a fire in the pot belly stove! It is a barn where there is electrical power, a fridge, and the previously mentioned amenities but it’s largely exposed studs and there is no running water, but it’s a wonderful space that has provided lots of good times. We’re located only a few miles away and we truly want to ensure you have a fantastic time, we certainly do when we’re there.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (185.8 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Chelsea, MI

What's nearby

  • Purple Rose Theatre - 6 min drive
  • St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea - 8 min drive
  • Michigan Stadium - 26 min drive
  • University of Michigan - 27 min drive
  • U of M Hospital - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 26 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Coney Island - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thompson's Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelsea Lake House, Game Room, & Pontoon-rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Chelsea Lake House, Game Room, & Pontoon-rental?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chelsea Lake House, Game Room, & Pontoon-rental?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chelsea Lake House, Game Room, & Pontoon-rental located?

Located in Chelsea, this family-friendly vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Pinckney State Recreation Area, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Purple Rose Theatre and City of Chelsea Dog Park. Dexter-Huron and Huron River are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Chelsea Lake House, Game Room, & Pontoon-rental Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angelia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Families!
The house was perfect for three families to gather for an early Thanksgiving and a birthday celebration. We travelled with a 9 month old and appreciated the hosts having a pack and play and a high chair at the house. The outdoor fire pit was awesome! We will definitely book this house again when we visit our family in Chelsea.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
We had a wonderful stay! The owners communicated extremely well with us and were so thoughtful with how they stocked the house with amenities to make our trip comfortable. Our toddler loved reading books they provided and playing with the board games. Our dogs were in heaven and had some great ball sessions in the back yard. I went on an awesome 10 mile run- I followed the Border to Border Trail right from the house and went up to some great single track at the DTE Trailhead. Just an all around lovely family trip that we’ll remember forever. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Clean, and Easy
The house was great and easily accommodated our group of adults and children ranging in age from toddlers to under a year. The kayaks were a big hit and the town of Chelsea is quite charming. Clay was a great host, went above and beyond with communication and recommendations. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts
Although we were not able to stay at this property yet, the hosts were fantastic! A booking error out of our control caused us to have last minute change in plans. The hosts worked with us to find a new location. I couldn’t have asked for better hosts to work with! We hope to get to stay this fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Perfect location when you’re only staying for a couple days and it’s easier to have family come to you! Got a chance to have all of my family come and visit and meet the new baby. Nice quiet backdrop of the lake was so relaxing and made a lot of great memories. Thanks for everything will definitely keep in mind for next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil
We really enjoy the feel of the place. A wonderful relaxing getaway. Soothing vibrations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent L., Los Altos

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a wonderful stay. We were dropping off our daughter in Ann Arbor for school and used this as our base camp. It was a relaxing retreat from the craziness of Ann Arbor, but was convenient access. We loved exploring Chelsea and were delighted with the variety and quality of the restaurants there. The lake was so peaceful and we enjoyed canoeing and exploring the bike path. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan lake life at it's best!
For our annual friends' reunion, we enjoyed an amazing weekend at the lake house and impressed our out-of-towners with the beauty, tranquility, and wonder of Michigan summer/lake life. The house was extremely clean, comfortable, stocked with a full kitchen, and full of entertainment (TV, games, books). The patio with bistro lights is the perfect place to grill out and enjoy outdoor dining, fire pit with Adirondack chairs for cool nights. Most of all, we absolutely loved spending time on the lake (with provided kayaks, paddleboat, and canoe) and the lake is incredibly clean to swim in. We didn't want the day to end, and went out again for a peaceful sunset on the lake. The game room in the barn is stacked with ping pong, darts, and bikes (where we taught one of the friends how to ride!). Check-in/out was easy/convenient, communication with the hosts timely and impeccable. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Llesh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on earth
Beautiful place ,private , clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great weekend on the lake
We visited the area for a family reunion in Munith and loved our time at this property. The lake was beautiful, and the house was quite charming. It was the perfect size for our family, and the game room so a lot of use! The hosts were fantastic with great communication and flexibility. I would highly reccomend this property to anyone seeking some lake tranquility and a destination for the whole family to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake House
The lake house is very comfortable and was well equipped. The owners obviously care about their place and their guests. We were 5 minutes to Chelsea and its wonderful restaurants and shopping. Spectacular mountain biking on the DTE Energy Trail was just a short drive (or bike ride) away. This was our fourth trip to Chelsea, and our third rental in the area. This place comes out on top - lots to do and the best location you could hope for.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2023