Arrived late, left early, Laura and her husband made me feel right at home as soon as I walked in the door. She had a fresh pot of coffee waiting for me when I awoke early in the morning. We didn't have much time to interact, but what little we did Laura and her husband were very friendly and accommodating. I would say everything was better than advertised, a very first class experience! I can only hope Laura is still offering on airbnb the next time I am in the area!

Laura was very quick in her communication. I booked the evening before and she confirmed within 30 minutes. Everything went as agreed. She welcomed me upon arrival and the room and bathroom were nice and clean. I only stayed for the night because I was on a business trip, but she made my stay very comfortable. Thank you!

Laura has a wonderful place in a nice subdivision out in the country. She was communicative and a delight.

Laura was a great host and accommodated a last-minute change we made to our reservation. Her home was bright, clean, and the bathroom was right next to the bedroom. Laura's home is 1/2 a mile from Hell Creek Ranch which worked out perfectly since we were there to run the Run Woodstock half marathon. Her home was WAY more comfy than sleepy in tents! If we make it to the race in 2017, we'll definitely be looking up Laura's place again!

My son had a hockey tournament in Chelsea, Laura's place was a beautiful 30 min drive. House was nice, clean, and friendly hosts. 5 min from Pinckney and a nice little diner. We would stay there again in a heartbeat!!

Laura was a great host and so lovely and helpful! The room was perfect to stay for the night and the private bathroom was great too. I would definitely come again!

Nice clean home with friendly hosts. I enjoyed my stay very much!

Laur's place is a nice quiet place and make wonderful hosts. Friendly and welcoming couple.

Liz welcomed us personally at the house, which was very helpful. The location was just minutes away from grocery and a few eateries and the house itself was exactly as described - a perfectly peaceful lakefront home! We loved being able to use the kayaks and wade right into the water from the yard. We had family staying in another home on the lake and were able to kayak to visit them, no car required! The screened in porch allowed us to enjoy the outdoors even when it rained. The house itself was beautifully appointed, comfortable and incredibly clean. We would have loved to stay longer if we didn't have to return to work! Highly recommended if you have the opportunity to stay at Dan and Liz's lake home.

Love Jason's place! The house is quite new. Jason is very helpful with my questions about beach location.

Jason emailed all the details for the house and continued to remind me if I had a questions to ask. He even gave us alternative routes considering construction. The house is set in a very quiet community set on Portage Lake. All of the neighbors made us feel welcome at the waterfront.

Man... This place was a dream. It was not only a blast exploring the house but also the area around it! I would recommend this place to my pickiest of relatives because it's so freakin awesome!

The place looked better in person than in pictures. My family had a great time exploring the area and loved having the chance to kayak for the first time. As a person who lives right outside of Washington DC, what made the listing great was the peaceful surroundings and great view of the lake.

I was able to contact him to find the GPS address, so that made it simple for us and our son and his family to arrive. He also contacted me about the completion of roadwork, so that also was a plus. The neighborhood was very friendly and it was a great place to stay and relax. It was very clean, and we really enjoyed ourselves.

Helen was super friendly and the space was gorgeous. Couple of cool cats. Chill dog. Literally right on the lake. Would return in a heartbeat!

We had a lovely weekend getaway at Helen's place. Wonderful views of the lake, sat around the fire pit both nights, went on a couple hikes and enjoyed the fall colors. Helen was a great host and took great care of us! Hope to return.

Helen was a fantastic host, from coming out to the car to help us as we came in to hugging us on the way out! She made my wife & I feel very much at home and we would love to return. The place is close to hiking trails, kayaking, a tiny restaurant & saloon, or just for hanging out at the house listening to bass jump in the lake just footsteps from the door. The dog & two cats couldn't be sweeter. The bed was comfy, & my only regret is we didn't stay long enough...another time.

My girlfriend and I enjoyed 3 nights at Helen's awesome home over Labor Day weekend. Helen was a great host and invited us to a get-together for a few friends she threw Sunday evening during an annual fireworks display over the lake. She also put together a variety of snacks for us, which was very thoughtful. The room itself was perfect - super comfy bed right by the water. Just a short walk from downtown Hell, and a short drive into Pinckney. Helen's place was the perfect get-away for us. We'll be back and recommend that you stay with Helen if there's an opening!

Amazing place to rent with a more than graciously, attentive host in a spotlessly cleaned home! We needed a break at the lake to regroup and this was just the peaceful oasis we were looking for! So beautiful and relaxing that we had a hard time leaving;) Thanks for making our stay so fulfilling.

Helen and Sophia were wonderful and we fell in love with their fur family, especially Elmo. My teenagers had a great time paddling around the lake, fishing, jumping on the water trampoline and sitting around the fire at night. The basement walkout was comfortable and adorable. The king size bed was awesome. The kitchen was extremely well stocked and Helen was very generous with leaving goodies for her guests. In the evenings we enjoyed playing some of the selection of kids/family games and watching Netflix together on the sectional. The only thing that could make it better would be the addition of a bathroom on the lower level and perhaps paddle boards or kayaks, but guests could always bring their own. My kids asked to come back before we even left:)

Held and Sophia were great. Helen took us to a nearby saloon for dinner when we arrived and realized we hadn't had dinner. She was incredibly kind and accommodating. She was happy to hang out with us by the lake or let us keep to ourselves. The space is really nice and very clean with a gorgeous view of the lake! The bed is incredibly comfortable! We had a super time!

Helen is a lovely hostess— gracious, generous, and warm, and her property is downright gorgeous with its right-on-the-lake location. A great stay, and a wonderful experience.

BEST AIRBNB EVER! We (4 single friends) were extremely lucky to be Nancy's and Jay's guests and we look forward to returning to beautiful Pinckney as soon as possible! The photos don't do the place justice, lots of space, huge kitchen and a gorgeous garden on the lake with everything you could dream of! We especially enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat - and on rainy days the TV with Netflix and even a Wii! Nancy was the perfect host, super quick communication and super sweet and welcoming! Huge recommendation - if I could give more than five stars I would!

A wonderful find perfect for a romantic getaway! Very cozy, comfortable space. We loved the view and the cottage was wonderful! Beautifully decorated with comfortable furniture and an extremely comfortable bed. Very clean everywhere, with a nice walk-in shower in the bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. Sue is a wonderful host with great communication and we appreciated all the little extras in the cottage (soap and shampoo in the shower, chocolates and wine). A great place with a great host; we would highly recommend for any couple!!

This cottage is such a gem and a perfect getaway for two! The listing is accurate, and the place is even nicer than the photos if you can believe it. Sue was an incredible host, very communicative and available, and she prepared such a warm, clean, and welcoming environment for us. The view from this charming little place is unbeatable, and we enjoyed both an evening cider and morning coffee on the dock surrounded by the lake, the swans, and the quiet. The bed is SO comfortable (I had to be dragged out of it). The kitchen is equipped with anything you could want. The living room is the definition of comfort, and the bathroom is spotless. Dexter, Pinckney, and Ann Arbor are just short drives away. Jenny's Farm Stand just down the road is a delightful source of donuts and cider. We will definitely stay here again - thanks so much, Sue!

We had an awesome stay! Sue was extremely responsive and we loved the house.

This was a great little getaway spot. The place was charming and the lake very serene. It felt more like house sitting for a friend than a rental. Sue was very responsive and left us farm-fresh eggs for our breakfast! The house was well-appointed and roomy.

We loved our stay, Sue was incredibly sweet and accomodating. We didnt arrive our first night after driving from Philadelphia until about 11pm. Sue made sure to call and text me to be sure I would have no issues getting the key and finding the property. I also cant thank Sue enough for driving 20 minutes at 10:30pm to bring me a spare key after I lost hers. Thank You Sue

The Lakefront Cottage was a great getaway! Rolling out of a comfortable bed and walking into the living room to a beautiful view of the lake is the perfect way to find peace and calm. We sat for hours sipping coffee and reading with the sounds of the lake soothing us. Sue has furnished the place delightfully and the kitchen is well stocked for cooking to your heart’s content. We loved the proximity to UofM as we were there for an event, but we ended up spending all of our free time at the cottage. Don’t pass up the fresh donuts at Jenny’s on your way to the cottage—they are delicious! We will return on our future visits to Ann Arbor. Thanks for a great getaway, Sue!

We truly appreciate the time spent at this beautiful cabin. It was a little bit of a drive, but well worth it. We enjoyed cooking meals, paddle boarding, and one of the best sunrises we have ever seen. I would highly recommend spending your time here. Sue is extremely awesome and nice, and she did a lot to make us feel welcome. We look forward to returning soon.

Great location and great host. The house had everything you need for a nice relaxing vacation on the water.

Danielle and her husband were fabulous hosts to my family. Helpful, responsive, and attentive. The house was even nicer than we imagined and the playset for my niece was an added bonus. The house made my family's visit feel like a getaway even after a 10 hour roadtrip. I would highly recommend if you are in the area. Ann Arbor was an easy drive away.

Great location and the house was great! I would recommend this to anyone. Wonderful place for kids. Hosts were very gracious.

This was our second visit to the Lake House. The house is great. We spent most of our time on the lake, kayaking and fishing off the row boat or from the dock We hiked the B2B trail and went berry picking. We were able to easily drive to Ann Arbor to see our son at the university. It was a perfect weekend!

Host met us for check in, went through the house and gave us some freshly laid eggs. Very thorough in their welcome packet of things to do in the area and gave tips and advice for our stay.

Omg, I can't feel more beautiful and comfortable to stay in Mark's awesome lake house. The house is so clean, and very nice decorated. The most we enjoyed was the wonderful back yard to sit down with the beautiful lake view and having our breakfast at the same time. Also, we had so much fun to take every single kayak out to the lake. We can just hanging out in the house enjoy the whole day and going no where. Also, very Friendly neighborhood and decent downtown area to walk and shopping. It was such a surprise how much we enjoyed the whole stay. And I really really want to thank for Mark's kindness and warm hearted hosting. Such a wonderful guy and we feel lucky to find this place. Just wanna say everything just perfect.

Our stay was aeesome. Most wonderful relaxing invironment ever. We plan to come back again and again. Hosts were magnificent.

Mark met us at the home and gave us a thorough tour of the home and pointed out those things that are most critical to know. He stayed a few extra minutes and answered questions on local food and activities and even gave us access to his full collection of boating hats! We could not have been more happy with our choice and the quiet area and the beautiful view did not disappoint. Dexter and Pinckney, which are just a short drive away provided all of the extra amenities we needed (which were few as the home is fully equipped to host). We were in town for a college football game and the comfort of the home was a joy to come back to after the loud crowd and chaos of Ann Arbor took its toll!

'The Lake House Near Ann Arbor' was just the right house for our purposes. It was clean, tidy and very convenient to where our family wedding was happening. You may find the parking space challenging if you have more than 3 cars. But it accommodates two with out a hitch. A 'Purpose ' folder is available for every event of the year if interested and lots of things to do including wonderful lakes to kayak on. We love it!

We had a great stay at the Lake House; it was exactly as advertised. The kayaks + canoe + sunfish (with life jackets, paddles, water shoes, sunscreen..) were really fun; we even got some helpful tech support from the hosts for setting up the sunfish.

We had a very relaxing stay at Mark and Julie's lake house. My family was in Ann Arbor over a long weekend for an extended family event. The house had plenty of room for the six if us. It is very well furnished and very comfortable. There is a beautiful view of the lake from the master bedroom and the downstairs living area. Mark was a great host. He met my son who was the first to arrive and showed him the house and all it's features. The kitchen is well equipped with dishes, pans and cooking utensils. It has all the basic "extras" like flour, sugar, condiments, etc. Mark even brought us local farm fresh eggs for our first day. Mark was very helpful, providing a wealth of information about the local area. He was always available during our stay via text or phone. I recommend Mark and Julie's lake house to anyone who likes the water, the outdoors and lots of things to do. We would definitely stay there again.

Debi is a great host. The place is beautiful and she makes sure that everything u might need is there, from a "Welcome to the lake sign" to snow shoes and skies if u come in the winter or a kanoe and a fishing pole in the in summer which makes ur stay more enjoyable and amazing. When u are there u feel home.

We had such a cozy experience. The weather was cold and snowy, so the fireplace and blankets made staying in wonderful! And the books on birds came in handy - we saw so many birds on the lake and on our hike. Thank you for all the amenities.

The cabin was indeed cozy. It was nice get-away for my husband and I and our 3 dogs. The view was beautiful. The host answered all of our questions. Liked that there were recreation areas close by. Would stay there again and recommend this place to others.

Great time at the lake. Rustic house right on the water with lots of good times to be had.

Wonderful visit, everything was just as described, cottage is at a really beautiful location on the lake. Nearby Pinckney is enjoyable. Debi responded very quickly to all messages, much appreciated!

I unfortunately had to cancel due to being ahead of schedule with my plans. Debi was very accommodating with the change we wanted to make. We hope to get back out her way and have a relaxing weekend with her! Thank you Debi!

Great place just as described! Host was great! Will stay again!

Everything was great. The cabin only had a 1/4 roll of toilet paper stocked, but Debi very quickly had someone come and restock for us. Was exactly what we hoped for.

Sue is an amazing host and she provides a wonderful place to stay. I have stayed on several occasions and I enjoy it each and every time.

It's a very large place with own kitchen and the large terrace overlooking the sea. The bed is very comfy and there is also a large flat screen with many movies to watch after a day out. A lot of stuff from the family that has been adding through the years makes it feel like being a family guest or staying in a kids party room. I only made it to meet Sue the last day but everything was accessible and self explanatory. You even have a kitchen for yourself and there were some food to make a breakfast or a pizza. I enjoyed my stay a lot. The birdlife on the sea is just off your window to hear and watch!

Another wonderful stay. Thanks Sue

I love the quiet views of the lake I get to enjoy while staying at sue's place. They are great hosts. Very friendly

Sue is always a wonderful host. I really enjoy my stays

Another great stay. Thanks Sue

Perfect 10. Best BNb I ever stayed in. Lots of room, unreal Room, stocked kitchen, and very peaceful. Highly recommend.

We had such a pleasant and comfortable stay with Sue. It really felt like home. It was clean and cozy. The screened in back porch really allowed for quiet reflection time after out long days working the expo we were in town for. It was a blessing to wake and step outside to the songs of the sandhill cranes on the water. Also, the puns never seemed to get old in regards to staying in Hell MI :) Thanks Sue. We will be back someday!

We had a great experience staying in this cottage. Victor took the time to make sure we are welcome and even brought us an extra fishing rod and worms! The lake view is gorgeous and the house is very cosy.

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We spent University of Michigan graduation weekend at this adorable home. It is as described and overlooks a Tranquil lake. Penny made us feel very welcome and the directions to enter the home were clear as were the simple house instructions. The weather was cool and overcast but the house was warm and cozy upon our arrival. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. It was close enough to Ann Arbor to easily commute for all of the graduation events and really enjoyable to return to Penny's home in the evening!

We had a fantastic stay at the cottage--it is in a beautiful setting and very peaceful. We loved the fancy little cut-glass plates and glasses in the kitchen. All in all, it was a really wonderful place for old friends to get together.

This is a large lake house with a great porch view, a large great room with ample seating, and four good bedrooms. The beds are comfortable. They have two refrigerators, which was very useful for our graduation party/dinner. The value for the price was excellent. The hosts are very accommodating.

My stay at Penny's cottage was delightful. Arrival was made very easy. Clear instructions were provided for the facility and for check-out. And the location on Base Lake is beautiful. A very good experience. Highly recommended.

This is a cute, older house - nothing at all fancy - but the lake and dock make it stand out. It is very peaceful. Our group of high school students enjoyed using the kayak and sitting on the dock. The kitchen isn't equipped for making large meals, but we managed. It would be best for a max of 8 people. We were 13 and that was a bit tight.

We had a great weekend at Penny's cottage. All was as described. The "adorable pink cottage" has a comfortable vintage (mid-late 20th century) lake house vibe that suited us perfectly for a gathering of friends for a reunion in the area. Clean without being institutional, spacious without being grand. Spotty weather meant only a few brave friends took a dip but said the water was great. The grilling area is covered so sprinkles did not deter us. The kitchen is fully functional (2 fridges too), but tools pretty basic so if you have elaborate cooking plans, be prepared to improvise. The neighboring houses are close by and the few folks we met were very relaxed and friendly. It is distinctly rural and outside the bustle of Ann Arbor but an easy 20-30 minute car ride to town. Our host provided good tips on getting there (i.e., a bridge under construction blocks one obvious route to the house) and communicated clearly on our other questions. Would happily return.

We stayed for New Years Eve after skiing. They had a welcome/ info packet on the counter surrounded by 2 bottles of champagne & various chocolates. Their description is accurate & the house was very clean & organized. It is a comfortable home, and it has nice scenery in the backyard & firepits for use. Would recommend to anybody & would stay again if I am out that way.

Our stay at Adam and Lindsay's was absolutely amazing! The house and view are beautiful! It was the perfect weekend getaway from the city. Our pups loved the fenced in yard and they made sure to accommodate them just as much as they did us. Their neighbors even gave us some wood for the fireplace. We want to come back next summer and take advantage of the paddle boards and beach area. Thanks so much for the wonderful time!

Lindsay is a marvelous hostess; very easy to communicate with and kind enough to accommodate our arrival time. Lindsay and Adam's home is immaculate and in a beautiful setting with a river that meanders near their backyard. The beds are comfortable, and there was coffee and cream in the morning for us. We were there for a U of M football game and it was an easy drive to Ann Arbor, taking about 25 minutes. Wonderful visit!

We had a wonderful stay at Lindsay & Adam's cozy house with a great up-north feel. Would recommend this to anyone looking for a nice getaway with a gorgeous backyard/firepit area.

Very accommodating owners. Clear instructions, clean place, kitchen was very well appointed, plenty of towels for the bathrooms, and great views. Thanks again!

The week we spent at the Cozy Cottage was delightful. Family came for each day. The lake view is peaceful but far enough from the water's edge we didn't' worry about the toddler getting too close. Every morning we drank coffee to the awakening world. Every night we share wine as dusk settled. Bill and his wife are ideal hosts, being nearby but non intrusive. They made us feel so welcome. Definitely recommend Cozy Cottage. We plan on another stay.

The cottage was just as described in the listing. We appreciated the modern kitchen, Direct TV and wifi. Bill was available to answer questions through texting and stopped by to make sure we had everything we needed.

Really great stay, and a great couple's getaway. Everything is updated and works really well (including the WiFi) and it has a great view right from the front porch. I will look to come back for sure explore the area a little more. The nearby golf course was nice too.

We had a wonderful visit to Bill's cottage. Bill was an excellent host. Greeted us soon after we arrived and was very friendly. The cottage was easy to get to and tucked away on a beautiful gravel road right off of a pristine lake. The cottage is fairly new and in good shape. There is a full kitchen, comfortable living room, small dining area, spacious bedroom and full bath. There is free wifi. Everything was perfect. The cottage is about 25 min from ann arbor which made for a nice getaway. We also very much enjoyed doing a few hikes in the area. There are 20+ miles of trails that take you through the forest to various lakes. It was gorgeous to be there in October as the leaves changed colors. No negatives about the place. We were sad to leave.

Beautiful view, updated appliances, comfortable bed, direct TV, what else could a person ask for. Great place and great host.

A perfect place and a great host! We loved our stay at this cottage. The cottage was very clean and provided plenty of room for us, 2 adults and 2 kids. The cottage incl. kitchen is well equipped, incl. a washer and dryer. It lends itself beautifully to stay put and relax or to explore the area. Just beautiful!

Bill was absolutely very quick to respond to my request. Had short notice and appreciated his helpfulness. Cabin fit my needs perfectly from everything needed in kitchen and bath. Having a stacked washer and dryer also very helpful. Internet works well without any interruptions. The bed was comfortable for me and the linens extremely soft and welcoming. The view of Half Moon Lake was delightful. Being able to prepare own meals very important to me and the cabin made this a pleasure. Did not enjoy much outside because of the colder weather and was involved in many family functions but the area all around has day use areas, hiking, biking, boating. I hope to return this summer to take full advantage of all area has to offer. It was a relaxing pleasure for 3 days.

Beautiful view - cozy and very comfortable! This little cottage had everything you need! We could enjoy the lake, walk through the woods and relax without anyone to bother you! Bill was a call away, but did not hover in any way! It was fabulous!!

Rebecca was so easy to communicate with as I made the arrangements for our stay. The "writer's retreat" was a quiet getaway from the busy events surrounding my grandson's graduation at University of Michigan. The 30 minute drive was enjoyable and the retreat house was in a quiet neighborhood on a small picturesque lake. We were greeted in a welcoming manner as we arrived and easily settled into our stay.

Rebecca was amazing. Thoughtful, respectful and courteous just to begin with. The cottage was delightfully quite especially for Memorial day weekend on a lake. Neighbors were polite. No TV which I found humorous and thankful for a true retreat. As one other review states "an up north feel but near Ann Arbor". The Cottage was in great condition and the warmth of it was amazing.

We had a great time at Rebecca's quiet lake house. The location is perfect to get to hiking at the Pinckney State Recreation Area. Rebecca was wonderful and flexible with our needs. We would definitely stay here again!

My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Pinckney! Cordley Lake is beautiful, peaceful, and clean. This location has a very "Up North" feeling, but is close to Ann Arbor and Brighton. Rebecca was extremely accommodating and communicative. The neighbors were friendly and quiet. I live locally and hope we can make use of this home again. If you are in the area and looking for hiking/outdoor recreation, be sure to check out Pinckney and Brighton State Recreation Areas, Hudson Mills Metropark, and the Lakelands Trail State Park. All are nearby this home.