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10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
WHITMORE BAY
SLEEPS: 10
BEDROOMS: 4
BATHROOMS: 3
* LAKEFRONT ON WHITMORE LAKE
* PRIVATE DOCK
*CAMERAS ON SITE AND A NEST DOORBELL
Whitmore Bay is a lakefront retreat on Whitmore Lake, just 20 minutes from Ann Arbor, MI. The property sleeps 10 and includes 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Amenities feature a private 30 ft. dock, available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. With easy access to major cities like Detroit and Lansing, it offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience for a family vacation or a peaceful getaway.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: Yes, Central air
ATV's: Not on property
Bathrooms:
First Floor- Shower, toilet, sink
Second Floor- Tub/shower, sink, toilet
Master(second floor)- Shower, sink, toilet
Beach/Swimming: Not a traditional sandy beach but swimming from property off of dock. The immediate area by the sea wall can be unappealing to some. We recommend swimming shoes!
Bedroom Configurations:
Upstairs-
Master bedroom- King size bed with attached bathroom and TV
Second Bedroom- Queen size bed
Third Bedroom- Full bed and Twin/Twin bunkbed
Main Floor-
Fourth Bedroom- Full bed and TV
Boats: Single kayak and double kayak(Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Boat Launch: Whitmore Lake Boat Launch 6 min(2 miles)
Cable: No traditional cable but TV's are capable of streaming and have Firesticks available for use
Cell Phone Service: Most Major carriers work well
Coffee Maker: Keurig single serve- K-cups, sugar, and creamer provided
Distances:
Ann Arbor- 20 min(11.4 miles)
Detroit- 52 min(48 miles)
Lansing- 54 min(55.3 miles)
Toledo- 1 hr 4 min( 65.4 miles)
Saginaw- 1 hr 21 min (70.4 miles)
Dock: Yes, 30 ft. dock. Available seasonally between Memorial Day and Labor Day (weather permitting).
Drinking Water: Drinkable Well Water
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: No
Fire-pit: Not a traditional firepit. It is a propane fire table.
Fishing: Bass, Bluegill, Sunfish, Pike can all be caught on Whitmore Lake
Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.
Golf:
Whitmore Lake Golf Links- 5 min(2.4 miles)
Rolling Meadows Golf Course- 12 min (6.1 miles)
Grill: Propane grill
Grocery Store:
Polly Market- 2 min (.7 miles)
Kroger- 12 min (7.5 miles)
Heat: Forced Air
Internet: Yes, 300 mbps, fast enough to work from location
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
Parking: Enough room for 2 standard or 3 small cars max. The garage is not accessible to guests. Please DO NOT park in the neighbors driveway.
Pets: No pets allowed at this property
Privacy: There are neighbors on both sides
Space: 2 level home
Seniors: Welcome! 2 steps in and a bedroom located on lower level. Be aware that there is a decent incline down the driveway from the parking area. There are no steps from the parking area to the sidewalk.
Televisions:
Living Room- 70" Streaming TV
Master Bedroom- 55" Streaming TV
First Floor Bedroom- 55" Streaming TV
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes, Laundry soap provided
Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling (15-20 minutes): Explore local snowmobile trails in Washtenaw County or Lenawee County. (guests must trailer to trails)
* Ice Fishing (5-10 minutes): Ice fish on Whitmore Lake or nearby Baseline Lake.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing (15-20 minutes): Trails at Pinckney Recreation Area and Lyndon Township offer winter hiking and skiing.
* Winter Hiking (20-25 minutes): Explore Green Lake Preserve or Waterloo Recreation Area for scenic winter hikes.
Wood: Not provided
SLEEPS: 10
BEDROOMS: 4
BATHROOMS: 3
* LAKEFRONT ON WHITMORE LAKE
* PRIVATE DOCK
*CAMERAS ON SITE AND A NEST DOORBELL
Whitmore Bay is a lakefront retreat on Whitmore Lake, just 20 minutes from Ann Arbor, MI. The property sleeps 10 and includes 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Amenities feature a private 30 ft. dock, available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. With easy access to major cities like Detroit and Lansing, it offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience for a family vacation or a peaceful getaway.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: Yes, Central air
ATV's: Not on property
Bathrooms:
First Floor- Shower, toilet, sink
Second Floor- Tub/shower, sink, toilet
Master(second floor)- Shower, sink, toilet
Beach/Swimming: Not a traditional sandy beach but swimming from property off of dock. The immediate area by the sea wall can be unappealing to some. We recommend swimming shoes!
Bedroom Configurations:
Upstairs-
Master bedroom- King size bed with attached bathroom and TV
Second Bedroom- Queen size bed
Third Bedroom- Full bed and Twin/Twin bunkbed
Main Floor-
Fourth Bedroom- Full bed and TV
Boats: Single kayak and double kayak(Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Boat Launch: Whitmore Lake Boat Launch 6 min(2 miles)
Cable: No traditional cable but TV's are capable of streaming and have Firesticks available for use
Cell Phone Service: Most Major carriers work well
Coffee Maker: Keurig single serve- K-cups, sugar, and creamer provided
Distances:
Ann Arbor- 20 min(11.4 miles)
Detroit- 52 min(48 miles)
Lansing- 54 min(55.3 miles)
Toledo- 1 hr 4 min( 65.4 miles)
Saginaw- 1 hr 21 min (70.4 miles)
Dock: Yes, 30 ft. dock. Available seasonally between Memorial Day and Labor Day (weather permitting).
Drinking Water: Drinkable Well Water
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: No
Fire-pit: Not a traditional firepit. It is a propane fire table.
Fishing: Bass, Bluegill, Sunfish, Pike can all be caught on Whitmore Lake
Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.
Golf:
Whitmore Lake Golf Links- 5 min(2.4 miles)
Rolling Meadows Golf Course- 12 min (6.1 miles)
Grill: Propane grill
Grocery Store:
Polly Market- 2 min (.7 miles)
Kroger- 12 min (7.5 miles)
Heat: Forced Air
Internet: Yes, 300 mbps, fast enough to work from location
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
Parking: Enough room for 2 standard or 3 small cars max. The garage is not accessible to guests. Please DO NOT park in the neighbors driveway.
Pets: No pets allowed at this property
Privacy: There are neighbors on both sides
Space: 2 level home
Seniors: Welcome! 2 steps in and a bedroom located on lower level. Be aware that there is a decent incline down the driveway from the parking area. There are no steps from the parking area to the sidewalk.
Televisions:
Living Room- 70" Streaming TV
Master Bedroom- 55" Streaming TV
First Floor Bedroom- 55" Streaming TV
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes, Laundry soap provided
Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling (15-20 minutes): Explore local snowmobile trails in Washtenaw County or Lenawee County. (guests must trailer to trails)
* Ice Fishing (5-10 minutes): Ice fish on Whitmore Lake or nearby Baseline Lake.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing (15-20 minutes): Trails at Pinckney Recreation Area and Lyndon Township offer winter hiking and skiing.
* Winter Hiking (20-25 minutes): Explore Green Lake Preserve or Waterloo Recreation Area for scenic winter hikes.
Wood: Not provided
Amenities at Whitmore Bay: Snowy Views & Lakefront Fun – Your Winter Retreat!
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
This was one of the most beautiful places we have stayed! Very well stocked kitchen. Thoughtful to have coffee to get us started and a bottle of wine! Beds were very comfortable. spectacular view.
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Oct 2025
There was a very musty smell on the main floor. Luckily they had candles that could be lit. There was also no hot water tea kettle to use for hot tea. Otherwise very well equipped and supplied. Very clean inside. It is too bad the kayaks could not be used because it was beautiful weather for kayacking.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
Clean roomsPlenty of space for everyone Amazing views on lake
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2025
This home has been recently renovated and is beautiful. Pictures are exactly as shown. Clean and comfortable. I used the kitchen everyday. It is well stocked with everything I needed to cook. There is a Kerug machine for coffee. The owners provided k-cups and sweeteners. They even had a nice bottle of white wine for us which was greatly appreciated after a long travel day! Whitmore is a small town with a small local grocery so I used Instacart for grocery delivery. The beds are comfortable, plenty of linens and towels. There were 4 beach towels and plenty of dish and bath towels. The house is right on the water. The backyard is all composite decking (so no risk of splinters in little feet) with amazing water views and sunsets. If you have children who do not swim or are very little; make sure you bring life vests. We came prepared and thank goodness, because the 3 year old did fall off the dock trying to climb back onto the deck without help! The home does provide various adult sizes life vests only (the extra small adult fit my 9 and 11 year old).Definitely looking forward to staying here again soon!
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9.8Outstanding
(23 Ratings)
"This was one of the most beautiful places we have stayed! Very well stocked kitchen. Thoughtful to have coffee to get us started and a bottle of wine! Beds were very comfortable. spectacular view...."
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