GILLETTS LAKE GETAWAY

SLEEPS: 4 

BEDROOMS: 2

BATHROOMS: 1.5

*DIRECTLY ON ALL-SPORTS GILLETTS LAKE  

Welcome to this beautiful lakefront cottage on Gilletts Lake!  Enjoy a traditional lake feel getaway with an open floor plan with panoramic views of the lake from the floor-ceiling windows & more!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Yes-central air

ATV's: Not allowed on property

Animals: Swans, Cranes, and blue herrings are common in this area

Bathrooms: *Full bathroom with spa tub & shower located in master suite. 
                      * Half bath with laundry conveniently located off door to deck.

  
Beach/Swimming: This is not a traditional sandy beach. You can swim off of the dock. Water shoes are recommended. It is very shallow at the dock area and there are lily pads. The bottom of the lake around the dock can be mucky and is not a sandy bottom. 

Bedroom Configurations: *Bedroom #1-Master bedroom-King size bed
                                               *Bedroom #1-Queen size bed
                                               *Additional sleeping-pull out sofa 
    
Boats: You can bring your boat, launch from public boat launch. You can tie off on our dock. Parking for boat trailers is across the street from cottage. We have two single person kayaks, with paddles and life jackets, for guest use.
 

Boat Launch: Public Boat Launch is located at the south end of Gilletts Lake. 
 

Cable: No-Not traditional cable. We do have one smart TV you can stream on. 
 
Cell Phone Service: Most major carriers work here. 

Coffee Maker:  Mr. Coffee Maker-filters & coffee provided. 

Distances: *Jackson Speedway: 3.8 miles
                    *Goose Lake: 5 miles
                    *Grass Lake: 10 miles
                    *Michigan Stadium: 33.8 miles
                    *Ann Arbor: 37 miles 
                    *Spartan Stadium: 41.4 miles
                    *Detroit: 50 miles 
                    *Kalamazoo: 65.5 miles

Dock: 30 ft. Dock with one side available. Please be aware that the water is shallow directly at the dock. Please be aware of the draft of your boat so you do not bottom out. Dock is available from Memorial Day until October 1st. 

Drinking Water: Well water. Brita pitcher is provided to use during your stay. 

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: Gas fireplace 

Fire-pit: Yes 

Fishing: Yes-it has been reported  . Bluegill, Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rock Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye and Yellow Perch can be found here. Please bring fishing poles.

Fishing License:  A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.

Fishing Poles: Bring your own. 

Gazebo: On the back deck. Available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 
 

Golf: *Pine Hallow Golf Club (2.6 miles) 
          *Lakeland Hills Golf Club (4 miles)
          *Gauss's Green Valley Golf Course (8.5 miles)

Grill: Propane 

Grocery Stores: Meijer, Save A Lot, Aldi's, Walmart approximately 10-15 minutes away  
 

Heat: Forced air heat
 

Hunting: Not permitted on property

Internet: High-speed internet. Great for working from here 

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.

Outdoor Space: There is a shaded canopy with lights at the property 

Parking: 3 cars in driveway. You can park trailers directly across the street in the open lot. 

Pets:  No-we do not allow pets here 

Privacy: Neighbors are very close on both sides. 

Snowmobiles: not permitted on property 

Televisions: 50"  Smart TV in living room 

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes. Detergent is provided

Winter Activities: 
* Snowmobiling
- Jackson County Snowmobile Trails: Jackson County has its own snowmobile trail network. You can access these trails from within the city. **Please trailer to trails**
Distance: approximately 5–10 miles from house
- Waterloo Recreation Area: Offers extensive snowmobile trails.
Distance: About 18–20 miles south of Jackson, a 25-minute drive.
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
- Lynch's Lake Park: A small park great for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Distance: About 6 miles or a 10-minute drive from house
- Waterloo Recreation Area: Over 20,000 acres of land offering cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails.
Distance: Approximately 18–20 miles south of Jackson, a 25-minute drive.
* Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
- Mount Brighton: A popular ski resort offering downhill skiing and snowboarding.
Distance: About 40 miles northeast of Jackson, approximately 45 minutes by car.
- Bittersweet Ski Resort: A smaller, family-friendly ski resort.
Distance: Roughly 60 miles southwest of Jackson, about 1 hour drive.
* Ice Fishing
- Round Lake and Grass Lake: Both are local lakes that offer ice fishing in the winter months.
- Round Lake: About 10 miles east of Jackson, 15 minutes by car.
- Grass Lake: Approximately 12 miles west of Jackson, 15–20 minutes by car.
* Winter Hiking
Ella Sharp Park: A large, year-round park offering winter hiking and scenic views.
Distance: About 5 miles from your address, a 10-minute drive.
- Waterloo Recreation Area: Offers over 20,000 acres of hiking trails, including winter trails.
Distance: About 18–20 miles south of Jackson, about 25 minutes by car.
* Sledding
- Ella Sharp Park: A popular park for winter sports, including sledding.
Distance: About 5 miles, 10-minute drive.
- Dibble Park: A local park with sledding hills.
Distance: Approximately 5 miles, about 10 minutes by car.
* Holiday Events & Light Displays
- Jackson Christmas Parade: An annual event featuring lights and festive displays.
Distance: Takes place in downtown Jackson, about 5 miles from your address, 10 minutes by car.
- Ann Arbor Winter Festival: Features a variety of winter events and light displays.
Distance: Approximately 45 miles from Jackson, about 50 minutes by car.

Wood: Not provided. Please bring your own wood

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