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Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets

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Smart TV, fireplace
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10126 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets

Beautiful and private backyard looking out at picturesque water views. There is a private dock to pull your boat up to, however due to high levels of seaweed and low water levels at different times of the year, it is usually easier to put your boat in at the free boat launch less than 1 mile from our home which puts you right onto Lake Erie. There is a marina, as well as a public boat launch less than 5 minutes away and Lake Erie is only a 15-minute boat ride from the house. You can also access the Huron River with kayaks 10 minutes from our dock. We have 4 kayaks and 1 canoe available for use. The backyard has a patio and a built-in fire pit with a hot tub to enjoy summer nights with gorgeous sunsets over the water as your backdrop.

There is a bald eagle's nest right across the lake, a large variety of birds seen from the property, and a bird sanctuary ~ 1 mile away for nature enthusiasts. This lake and many locations nearby offer great fishing opportunities. Easily catch a wide variety of fish right from this property's dock. We have personally seen a lot of Perch, Bluegill, and Northern Pike, but fisher's in the area have also been known to catch Small and Largemouth Bass, Steelhead, Walleye, Muskie, and Trout.

During the winter, enjoy country-cross skiing, ice fishing or snowmobiling. Take a 30-minute drive to Detroit for dinner and a Broadway show/Concert/Sports Event or to Campus Martius Park to go ice skating. Henry Ford Museum and Fairlane Mall with shopping options galore are 25 minutes away. Enjoy the night life in Toledo with lots of restaurants and entertainment options, a 30 minute drive away. Skiing and snowboarding are available ~1 hour away at either Brighton Ski Resort or Alpine Valley.

Just 2 miles up the road, behold three miles of captivating Lake Erie shoreline and sweeping vistas that you can only get with a Great Lake and great river at 1,607-acre Lake Erie Metro park. Plan on adding some recreational activity to your day with an 18-hole regulation golf course, the "Great Wave" swimming pool, a bird sanctuary, Marshlands Museum & Nature Center, and a marina.

Visit H2E Adventures less than 10 minutes South of Gran Vista for canoe/kayak/tube rentals.

Don’t miss the Point Mouilee duck festival in September! Point Mouilee is ranked as one of the top duck hunting locations in the nation! Point Mouilee is a 5 minute drive from Gran Vista!

Sleeping arrangements:
Living room: Queen Sleeper Sofa (non-private)
1st Bedroom: Queen Bed with dresser and closet (largest bedroom). Ideal for a couple.
2nd bedroom: Queen Bed with dresser and closet. Ideal for a couple or kids.
3rd Bedroom: Queen bed with dresser and attached bathroom (no closet or TV). When only 2 couples or a family of 4 stay we typically leave this bedroom open so that it can be accessed to use bathroom.

Please beware of (and prepare for) a few inconveniences about this property:
*One of the 3 bedrooms is VERY small, allowing for room for only a bed and small dresser. There is no closet though this is the only bedroom with private access to the only bathroom on the second floor.
*The only full bathroom is on the first floor. There is a half bathroom on the second floor but it is only accessible through the smallest bedroom as noted above.
*Though this property can technically sleep 10 people, it would be crowded due to the limited living area (~1300 square feet) and only sleeps 6 people privately, though is ideal for a large family with kids or 3-4 couples that feel comfortable with one another. Please keep these things in mind prior to booking. With this being said, we do take great pride in the quality/cleanliness of the mattresses and bedding that we offer at Gran Vista and our goal is that you be as comfortable as possible.

Property manager

Sara Patterson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hunting nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1356 sq ft (126 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Lake House boaters dream with private dock beautiful sunsets

About the neighborhood

Map
Brownstown Charter Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Erie Metropark - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Erie Metropark Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Elizabeth Park Marina - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • William C. Sterling State Park - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Henry Ford Museum - 29 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

  • Dearborn Station - 30 min drive
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bierhaven - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets located?

This family-friendly Rockwood vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Erie Metropark, Millman Island, and Hull's Trace Park. Huron River and Lake Erie Metropark Golf Course are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the home!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We booked a five-night stay at this property in February, 2025 for my extended family. The accommodations were perfect for everyone in our party. The setting was lovely overlooking forest across the small bay. The neighborhood was very quiet. The outside temperates fell below zero during our stay but the heating system was able to keep up. This property is well ecquipped for summertime activities like fishing and kayaking-- we do plan on a return visit during warmer weather.....
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRACE W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very nice everything was perfect very convenient and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Detroit stay
House was well equipment and had everything we needed. Communication was excellent. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Amenities, communication
Great place for a family stay. Comfy beds. Utilized the backyard, board games, kayaks. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
We had a great time . Love the comfy beds
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
This was the perfect location and home for our family to come visit another family in the area. The house is clean and well stocked. Plenty of parking and a nice backyard area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesomeness
We had the best vacation! Clean, peaceful, everything we needed. Fishing was a blast! Even kayaked!! Will be returning for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River fishing
Great proximity to launches, bait, beer and food. Very convenient. Clean and comfortable, cleaning station made it that much better
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
I loved that it was so clean! Everything you could want was there. The pictures were great but it was even better in person. We enjoyed the fire pit, fishing from the dock, and just the overall atmosphere. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing weekend
Great location and quiet. House was clean and had everything we needed. The fish cleaning station was a bonus and very welcomed! Made taking care of our walleye super easy and clean. Host was responsive and polite. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total Package
We absolutely enjoyed our stay! Everything was even better than described. Every detail was thought of. It was absolutely perfect for our needs. Clean, comfortable & oh so relaxing! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with a small town feel. Everything you need is within a half hour drive.
It was a fantastic fit for our vacation. The manager was great with communication and letting us know about things with the property. Everything was clean and well organized. This is the second year we have stayed here and we will definitely be back for third.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing
This home was soooo beautiful and very well kept and was full of extra accessories that also allowed the stay to be more welcoming!! Everything was clean and organized, they had kitchen equipment essentials which was a major plus also the view and property itself was a 1000/10!! My family will DEFINITELY be visiting again. Thank you so much for for providing a beautiful home that people don’t wanna leave !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Peaceful
Over all was very nice, had everything we needed. Would've liked the water to have not been so grassy for our boat, very hard to get to house from boatramp. But enjoyed ourselves. Neighbors were nice and helpful. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Getaway
Thank you for sharing this beautiful home with us! I was very impressed with how organized the home was and loved the decor! Our favorite part was the hot tub! The husbands appreciated how close the boat launch was! Couldn’t have asked for anything more! See you next year! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Property!
The boat dock, which is why we wanted to stay there, had only a foot or so of water. I asked ant the response stated was not as deep as the return correspondence stated. So, we had to launch our boat each day at a public ramp which is what I did not want to do. Otherwise, very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Base
Old school farm house, front deck huge and covered. It rained 6/7 days we there and it was gear saver. Rock driveway tip top shape. Appliances and tableware top shelf. Hot tub looked inviting and gin clear clean. Dock Was a bonus. We put in at Elizabeth around 15 min Erie metro 5’min. We fished hard and long then walked to Big Al’s literally 2-3 min walk y after boat plugged in. New day lamps made backing boat in a breeze in the dark.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Asè T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Falsely accused in overcharge
This started off as a nice stay but ended in complete confusion and disappointment. I was falsely accused off damaging things that were already broken upon arrival, and Excessively charge for wiping down appliances in the kitchen after 3 night stay. currently filing a complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Alma

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In town for wedding
We were in town for a wedding. The location was great just a short drive to Gibraltar where the wedding was held. We really enjoyed spending down time on the deck and we had beautiful weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful River Hideaway
Quiet, clean and cozy…Perfect location to relax and enjoy the wildlife. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Sara's home. The house is welcoming and beautifully decorated. We could feel ourselves relaxing as soon as we walked in. The hot tub is wonderful but the view, that was the best part! It was too windy to go kayaking but would have been fun. All the little touches and amenities were appreciated. The bed was also very comfortable. Sara is a wonderful host and very responsive. We would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Loved having the kayaks and a great home for a short trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and a sense of tranquility
My family and I traveled to Michigan to for my daughter's bowling competition. This home did not disappoint. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a beautiful,updated, and clean home with all the creature comforts (internet, laundry, a/c, and tv) provided. All appliances functioned and worked flawlessly. The rooms were small, but perfect if you have children. The biggest bed room accommodated my wife and I just fine. The backyard was absolutely amazing. A newer dock with ample room to fish and just unwind after a long day. The home is close to multiple bait and tackleshops. Restaurants are within 2-10 minutes away(depending what you're craving) and there is a Kroger just 10 minutes up the road. The home is about 4 miles away from I75 and 10 miles away from I275, which made it easy for us to get on the interstate and do some exploring into detroit. Lastly, the host was amazing. Sara was very responsive and her instructions were clear and concise. I wouldnt hesitate staying here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024