[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81180000/81173600/81173597/08d5ab12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81180000/81173600/81173597/w906h683x59y0-76f90e2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81180000/81173600/81173597/w905h683x60y0-de6049e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81180000/81173600/81173597/w907h683x59y0-2548fb7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81180000/81173600/81173597/w906h683x60y0-6d5ff6e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities. 7.8 Good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Beach view - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel Cozy waterfront cottage on the Pinckney Chain of Lakes available year round The space This home is fully furnished and is non-occupied, other than for rental purposes. Brand new central air just added (8/20/19). Home now features Wi-fi. (2) bedrooms with full size beds; All seasons room with queen size futon; couch with (2) recliners. Private subdivision beach across from front yard is for Fox Point Beach Association Members and their guests only. This home sits on 1 1/2 lots providing spacious front and back yards for your family and friends to entertain. We offer many extras that others do not. Per Michigan Laws-We do not rent dock space and dock space is not available for overnight mooring. Boat rentals can be procured via the local marina. In home fireplace is available for use, but we do not guarantee availability of firewood. You are free to purchase/procure firewood from any local vendor if you desire. (Please-ABSOLUTELY NO PINE WOOD TO BE USED IN HOME) Guest access The entire home is open and available to guests. Home is non-occupied other than for rental purposes. On occasion, there may be cars parked in front yard. They do not have access to home,. Other things to note Newly renovated utility room now has a brand new on demand water heater and brand-new water filtration system; Brand new central air conditioning \[added 8/20/19\]; Wi-fi added \[8/20/19\] We have multiple outdoor tables, umbrellas and chairs available for outdoor entertaining. Wi-fi/internet now available. We have about 300 movies on DVD/VHS for use. We encourage you to explore the outdoors and all that the surrounding area has to offer. Please note that some water toys (example tubes and squirt guns) may not be available due to damage. Our special Chocolate Cracque chocolate is custom made; We do not shelve. Minimum one hour advance notice and owner availability needed. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83650000/83645600/83645537/f7eb45a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Living II Pinckney - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=83645537&PinnedHotelID=83645537&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66907200/66907164/ec726176.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bring Your Boat With You! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.43070%2C-83.90444&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1342ZdWqoLcMaVS-Y5rKiwxWa-o=) Pinckney, MI #### What's nearby - Whispering Pines - 9 min drive - 8.9 km - Pinckney State Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 6.1 km - Legacy Center Sports Complex - 19 min drive - 19.2 km - University of Michigan - 30 min drive - 35.4 km - Michigan Stadium - 32 min drive - 35.4 km #### Getting around - Ann Arbor Station - 25 min drive - Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Zukey Lake Tavern - ‬9 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Frosty's Icecreamery - ‬7 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Huron River and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Hudson Mills Metropark. Pinckney State Recreation Area and Arise Dog Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Portage Lake Cottage with an up North feel Reviews 7.8 ### Good 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Lindsey T. Jul 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy Disliked: Location #### Great house! House was great, cozy little cabin. The hosts were very helpful and answered any questions we had! ##### Lindsey T. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth T. Jun 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing setting with great hosts I really enjoyed relaxing while looking at the canal. The house was clean and we had plenty of room at the dining room table for both of us to work remotely for a few hours. The hosts were very responsive and friendly. I would definitely stay here again. ##### Elizabeth T. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### James W., Fort Myers Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Lake Getaway Couldn’t have asked for a more accommodating host. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. View of lake and canal in back. ##### James W. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### James C. Jul 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Location #### Renters Beware The property itself is great, but in desperate need of a renovation. That’s not my biggest issue. The biggest problem is that VRBO’s are not welcome at Fox Point 1. There are signs everywhere stating VRBOs are not allowed at the lake or park. The people in the neighborhood shouted “Private Beach” at us while we were there. I feel if this had been disclosed in the description it would have affected my decision to rent here. It was not a relaxing experience. That’s why 3 stars. ##### James C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Phillip T S. Sep 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Cottage is Accurate The biggest problem we had was the property description on VRBO was not accurate. Instead of 3 queen size beds a futon and a spa tub, the property had 2 full size beds and 2 full size futons and a small shower. However, as you read through the description you noticed this. Once I informed the owner of the inaccuracy, it was corrected quickly. The place was clean. It is definitely a cottage style inside. The furniture in the common area with the TV was not very comfortable because the cushions were so thin, but the cushions in the fireplace room were newer. The doors on the 2 bedrooms would not latch closed and would stay open just a crack. The shower, was perfectly functional but small. There are plenty of plates and silverware but no dishwasher so you have to wash it all by hand. No biggie for us, but thought I should mention it. We were in town for a wedding and did not attempt to use the lake or look at the availability of the water toys. As far as the neighborhood goes, there are quite a few signs all around that are anti short term renting like VRBO. Again, we never tried to use any of the neighborhood common areas and had no contact with anyone from the neighborhood. It suited our needs if only barely. If you bring some kayaks or use the lake there in the summer, it could be a nice vacation. ##### Phillip T S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Elizabeth May 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication ##### Elizabeth Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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