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Bluegill Cottage- Summer at the Lake – Swim, Kayak, and Make Memories!

Lakefront cottage in Waterford with kitchen

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Bluegill Cottage offers a serene lakefront retreat with swimming and private dock access. Enjoy the fire-pit, grill, and paddle boards for kayaking on Sylvan Lake. This single-level home provides amenities like a Keurig coffee maker, in-home laundry facilities, and high-speed internet.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bluegill Cottage- Summer at the Lake – Swim, Kayak, and Make Memories!

Bluegill Cottage

SLEEPS: 6
BEDROOMS: 3
BATHROOMS: 1.5

*WATERFRONT ON SYLVAN LAKE
*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY
*PRIVATE DOCK



FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Yes, equipped with central air

Animals: We do have preventative things at the property to keep the geese off of the lawn and dock. However, sometimes this is completely out of anyone's control. There is not a 100% way that we can prevent the geese from coming onto the property. We do provide several deterrents such as coyote statues and reflective pinwheels.

Bathrooms: Full bathroom- Shower/Tub combo, 2 sinks, and a toilet
Half Bathroom- Sink, toilet

Beach/Swimming: Not a traditional beach but swimming from dock. There are 2 ladders for entry.

Bedroom Configurations: Master Bedroom- King size bed
Bedroom #2- Queen size bed
Bedroom #3- Queen size bed

Boats: 2 Paddle boards and a single person Kayak are available for use from Memorial Day to Labor Day.


Boat Launch: Oakland County Boat Launch- 2.9 miles (9 min) $30 launch fee, after you launch you can tie off at the dock during your stay.

Cable: No traditional cable

Cell Phone Service: Most major carriers work well here

Coffee Maker: Keurig-single cup. K-cups, and sugar are provided

Distances: Detroit Zoo: 36 min (17 miles)
Greenfield Village: 45 min (28 miles)
Detroit: 47 min (31 miles)
Toledo: 1 hr 31 min (81 miles)
Chicago: 4 hrs 41 min (285 miles)

Dock: Yes. Large dock with sitting area and 2 ladders for easy access into water.

Drinking Water: City 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: There is not a fireplace

Fire-pit: Yes

Fishing: Yes, Pan, Sun, Bluegill, Rock Bass, Large and Smallmouth Bass, and the occasional Walleye can all be found in Sylvan Lake

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

Golf: White Lake Oaks Golf Course 16 mins (7.7 miles)
Brentwood Golf Club 25 min (12 miles)
Indian Springs Metropark Golf: 30 mins (15 miles)

Grill: There is a propane grill available for use

Grocery Store: Meijer 9 min (3.6 miles)
Kroger 11 min(4.6 miles)

Heat: Yes, Forced air Furnace

Internet: Yes, speeds capable of working 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: 4 cars or 2 cars with trailers

Pets: Not allowed at this property

Privacy: There are neighbors

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.

Space: Single level home

Seniors: Welcome, there are 4 steps in and some steps leading out the back but all bedrooms and bathrooms are on first floor

Televisions: 52" TV capable of streaming in main living room area

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. We have beach towels for you too!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent is provided

Wood: Not provided

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Waterford, this cottage is on the waterfront. Shenandoah Country Club and Oakland Hills Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Waterford Oaks Waterpark and Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum. Cranbrook Institute of Science and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Waterford Twp, MI

What's nearby

  • The Crofoot - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Great Lakes Crossing Outlets - 17 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Chrysler LLC Headquarters - 17 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Oakland University - 18 min drive - 15.3 km
  • SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium - 19 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Pontiac Station - 11 min drive
  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fork n' Pint - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Time Out Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waterford Eagles new building - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪B1 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluegill Cottage- Summer at the Lake – Swim, Kayak, and Make Memories! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bluegill Cottage- Summer at the Lake – Swim, Kayak, and Make Memories!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluegill Cottage- Summer at the Lake – Swim, Kayak, and Make Memories!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bluegill Cottage- Summer at the Lake – Swim, Kayak, and Make Memories! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Dodge no. 4 State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Waterford Oaks Waterpark and Pontiac General Hospital. The Crofoot and Mclaren Oakland are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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