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Whitmore Bay(Whitmore Lake, MI)- Waterfront, private dock, sleeps 10
Bedrooms

4

Baths

3

Sleeps

10

WHITMORE BAY


SLEEPS: 10


BEDROOMS: 4


BATHROOMS: 3


* LAKEFRONT ON WHITMORE LAKE
* 20 MINUTES FROM ANN ARBOR, MI
* 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)



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    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 4 to 5 cars or 3 cars and 1 trailer. Be aware that parking is very close to the street. Your trailer will need to be disconnected to fit in a parking space. Trailers over 30 feet long will not fit in the parking spaces. The driveway itself has an incline. 

    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

    Property/Indoor Amenities
    • Balcony
    • Basic Paper Products (Paper Towel & TP)
    • Beach Towels
    • Blankets
    • Blow Dryer
    • Board Games
    • Carbon Monoxide Detector
    • Ceiling fans
    • Central air conditioning
    • Heat - Forced Air Furnace
    • Internet/ WiFi
    • Iron & Ironing board
    • Linens & Towels included
    • Shampoo
    • Conditioner
    • Smart TV
    • Smoke Detectors
    • Vacuum
    • Washer & dryer
    Kitchen Amenities
    • Cleaning Supplies
    • Cooking and Baking Pans
    • Crockpot
    • Dishwasher
    • Ice maker
    • Keurig--some K-cups provided
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Soaps (Hand & Dish Soap)
    • Standard Kitchenware & Utensils
    • Stove
    • Toaster
    Outdoor Amenities
    • Deck/Patio
    • Good Fishing
    • Grill-Propane
    • Kayak Included
    • Patio Chairs
    • Private Boat Dock
    Special Features
    • Large Individual Rentals

Season Period Min.Stay Nightly Weekly
Fall 2024 09/09/2024 - 12/31/2024 2 $349.00
01/01/2025 - 05/14/2025 2 $349.00
05/15/2025 - 09/14/2025 3 $349.00
09/15/2025 - 12/31/2025 2 $349.00
01/01/2026 - 05/14/2026 2 $349.00
05/15/2026 - 09/14/2026 3 $349.00
09/15/2026 - 12/31/2026 2 $349.00

Reviews

Great weekend stay
This has been a great place for our family to stay while visiting family in Brighton. Very clean, plenty of room, great view and convenient location.

FVR RESPONSE: 

Thank you so much for your kind review, James! We’re thrilled to hear that the Whitmore Bay was a great fit for your family during your visit to Brighton. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the cleanliness, space, beautiful view, and convenient location. We’d love to host you again in the future! -Jessica FVR
James
Dec 2024
Amazing home with responsive management. Felt very good and had a great time
Kranthi Mourya
Nov 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay there again.
Nicholas & Maria
Oct 2024
Enjoyed our stay! Plenty of indoor space. The master bedroom was amazing. As was the kitchen. Wish we could have utilized the outdoor space more.
Dina
Sep 2024
Beautiful home, looks exactly like the pictures. Felt clean and safe, had enough kitchen supplies for cooking an easy meal. Kayaks were nice and of course the deck and lake is amazing. We found it expensive for the area in an off-season but we did really enjoy our stay. Nothing went wrong so we did not need to contact the hosts, but we did stop by to see if we could drop some food in the fridge before check-in and the cleaning lady was super accommodating and nice!
Kiki
Sep 2024
Very nice house on the water
Exactly as shown. We’ll definitely go back
Kenneth
Sep 2024
Amazing lake getaway
What a great house! Super clean and well furnished. The kids had a great few days dock fishing and paddling the kayaks around. We even saw the Northern Lights! We will definitely be back to this home!
Katie
Aug 2024
The Big House
We traveled to Michigan to attend a football game at The Big House in Ann Arbor. Whitmore Lake was a cute town and close to Ann Arbor, East Lansing, and Detroit. The lake house was awesome and the view was beautiful. It was well-stocked and spacious.
Sheila
Aug 2024
Great home on a pretty lake.
Kimberly
Jul 2024
This was my 1st time getting an airbnb. This was a little getaway that me and my family needed, and it was a nice experience for us! The Freshwater experience is one we will not forget, we will definitely book with them again. I purposely looked for everything I read on the amenities, and it was just as they said! Initially we were concerned about the houses being close together, but the neighbors were very friendly. We only stayed for the weekend, so we didn't leave the property. us cooking our meals, gave us even more memories about our stay! Oh I can't forget the games, and the kayaks they were great! I would love to go on and on about what we liked about our stay at the Whitmore Lake property, but you will just have to experience it for yourself!
Sharon
Jul 2024
W loved our visit to Whitmore lake. The house was perfect- everything felt new, clean, up to date, and really pretty. The outdoor deck was an extension of the indoor living space. We were so comfortable there!
Jeanne
Jul 2024
Great place to stay
The house is clean. They had everything we needed. Highly recommend
Charif
Jul 2024
Great spot on the lake with a great living space and a slip to get out on the lake. Picturesque small lake feel. Easy driving distance to downtown Ann Arbor.
Nick
Jun 2024
Beautiful home! We were very impressed with the quality of everything. Wonderful updated bathrooms with large fluffy towels. The kitchen had top of the line appliances with lots of dishes, pots and pans and extras like knives, cutting boards, measuring cups and serving dishes. Lovely deck and nice patio furniture. Very nice dock too! Situated on nice, quiet cove. One minor suggestion would be to add a large deck umbrella because no shade other than the table umbrella. Highly recommend this home!
Darlene
Jun 2024
Lake whitmore
Our overall impression of the property was very good. The only thing was the propane tank I think the tank was leaking .
Linda
May 2024
This house was absolutely perfect! The home was immaculate and fully equipped with everything we could need. We came to town for a wedding but the best part of our trip was relaxing at the house fishing and kayaking. It was a perfect vacation for our family. We will definitely be back again!
Sarah
May 2024
What a relaxing place to stay! The kitchen and family room, BBQ area and patio look right onto a beautiful lake, so we enjoyed our breakfasts on the deck each morning, and watched the sunset each night. Almost anything needed for a lake vacation and play is provided – cooking and barbecuing supplies, citronella pots for the bugs that came to greet us LOL, board games, fishing rods, paddle boats, kayaks. Cooked some amazing meals on the charcoal-fired BBQ grill, slept peacefully in nice beds. The shower heads had great water pressure, the downstairs laundry room was situated away from the family area and did not make a lot of noise. Regarding some folks being able to taste the well water, we were not bothered by it. We had a marvelous time and would highly recommend this property. The Freshwater Vacation Rental team members were very responsive, very helpful, and really friendly – thank you so much!
Joan
May 2024
Beautiful lake house. Close to Ann Arbor and easy to find.
Jeanne
May 2024
Whitmore- 3 bath
We had a great visit- short, easy drive to our events in Brighton- beautiful house! Great views of the lake, clean, great amenities! Beds & bedding comfy. The temperatures were in the 30-40, so we didn’t get to enjoy the deck but you could enjoy the lake views from indoors.
Nicole
Apr 2024
Had a great stay on a beautiful lake. A railing and a gate at waters edge would be my only suggestion.
Don
Apr 2024
This was perhaps the best Airbnb home we have stayed in - it was immaculately clean, updated, peaceful, and had everything you could need. The beds were comfortable and the linens clean and very soft. The master bathroom overlooking the lake had a privacy shield which was very clever! We will definitively be staying here again, as my son will be attending MSU and this will be our spot when we visit :)
Jennifer
Apr 2024
Great long weekend
Looking for a get together with some friends for a long weekend. The house was exactly like the listing. Very clean and several people commented they’d live there if they could. Communication was great. Check in and out was easy. Thanks for a hosting
David
Mar 2024
Great Lakeside Cottage
Our group of 9 enjoyed our stay at the Whitmore Lakehouse. The home was well-appointed and clean. The host provided many games that we were able to select from to enhance our trip. The views of the lake were amazing and we saw otters swimming and a fox across the lake. The only negative I would give is the lack of a tankless hot water heater. There was only enough hot water for half of our group to shower in the morning before our event, which we learned the hard way.
Krystin
Mar 2024
Our family of 6 adults and 4 kiddos has a great spring weekend here for a quick planned get away. In the future, we would not take the toddlers back as the pier caused some anxiety but would be a great spot for older kids that can swim! The house is beautiful and made for a relaxing weekend.
Rachel
Mar 2024
Very nice, newly remodeled home.
Everything was as advertised.
Brian
Mar 2024
This place was amazing, me and my family felt right at home. The place looks better than the actual pictures. The host was amazing and accommodating. We will definitely be coming back.
Darnell
Mar 2024
A beautiful place to stay! Very happy with our experience. They were very accommodating and let us check in a few hours early. Would definitely stay again!
Natalie
Feb 2024
The place was beautifully decorated. The towels and blankets were soft and clean. We were truly impressed with the overall accommodations. Even though the weather conditions were not ideal, the host was quick and responsive in helping get the driveway cleared of snow. They also went above and beyond to help with the internet and television questions. I truly was grateful for the level of care and attention from the host. I imagine that during the summer, the lake access would be much more enjoyable. Though we came in the winter, we still enjoyed the beautiful lake view and overall layout of their home. We would definitely stay again should we need to come back to this area!
Ryan
Jan 2024
Great place for the family
Perfect place for our visit to Brighton for a family Christmas party. Updated interior, great kitchen, very clean, comfortable beds, lakefront views! We will definitely plan to book here again for our next visit. Thanks!

FVR RESPONSE: 

Thank you for reviewing your stay, James! We are so happy to know you and your family were able to enjoy your stay and each other this Christmas season, and that our home could be a part of the memories shared! It's great to know you found the beds to be comfortable, home to be clean and or course the wonderful views offered here! We can't wait to host you again in the future! 
James
Dec 2023
This was a great place for me and a few friends to spend a long weekend. We slept 7 adults comfortably, and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking several meals. We all appreciated the lake views, and enjoyed the puzzles and board games they had. Note the living room area is actually a bit bigger than it seemed in the pictures. Overall this was a very nice Airbnb experience, and we would for sure stay here again.
Chris
Dec 2023
Our stay was amazing! Beautiful view, every room was decorated lovely, like out of magazine, kitchen had all utensils and baking wear needed, coffee pod machine, all beds were super comfortable, bathrooms had all necessities needed, towels, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash. Our family enjoyed our stay from Buffalo NY visiting our son who attends UM. Go Blue!
Lynn
Nov 2023
This is a lovely Place to stay. Our family was completely comfortable and very impressed. Would definitely recommend this during the summer months.
Scott
Nov 2023
Beautiful place. Very serene & calm. House was very clean with all the needed amenities. We enjoyed the beautiful lake from the well organized & comfy backyard. Overall we loved the stay!
Nimeena & Humble
Oct 2023
Beautiful and clean home inside and out, went out on the paddle board to watch the beautiful sunset. I would definitely stay again.
Ryan
Sep 2023
Lovely home with a relaxing environment. Kitchen has everything you could possibly need!
James
Sep 2023
Very clean and conveniently located to Ann Arbor. House was up to date and well kept.
Garrett
Sep 2023
We at the most incredible weekend getaway at this lake facing airbnb cottage. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that this place had everything we needed for a family vacation. The highlights for us were undoubtedly the access to the kayaks and paddle boats - we spent hours on the water, creating cherished memories together. The master bedrooms view of the lake was nothing short of breathtaking. Waking up to the serene vista was a treat for the soul. The house itself was well equipped, clean and meticulous detailed. This airbnb exceeds our expectation and I cant recommend it enough for anyone seeking a relaxing lakeside retreat!
Navjyot
Sep 2023

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