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WATERFRONT COTTAGE IN IRISH HILLS

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Sweezey Lake's serene shores await at this charming retreat. Enjoy a peaceful getaway with beautiful sunset views, kayaking, and paddle boating on the lake. The 2-bedroom + loft accommodation features a double bed in the front bedroom, trundle bed for 2 in the back bedroom, plus extra sleeping space for kids.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

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About this property

Entire place

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

WATERFRONT COTTAGE IN IRISH HILLS

Right on the water. Quiet private Sweezey Lake in the desirable Irish Hills. CLEAN 2 bedrooms + loft. Front bedroom has double bed, back bedroom has trundle bed for 2, double bed pull out sofa in the living room, child bed in the loft and room for sleeping bags. Loft is set up for the kids. Dishware, glasses, pots and pans. Please bring your own towels. Beautiful sunset view. Kayak and Paddle Boat available for your use.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

NEW TO Market Waterfront Cottage
NEW TO Market - Waterfront Cottage IN Irish Hills Cottage
NEW TO Market - Waterfront Cottage IN Irish Hills Brooklyn

About the area

Map
Brooklyn, MI

What's nearby

  • Bessey Lake - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Watkins Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mellen Camp Lake - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Little Wolf Lake - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Wolf Lake - 11 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Jackson Station - 26 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Napoleon Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Atlas Restaurant & Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Boy - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Poppa's Place - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATERFRONT COTTAGE IN IRISH HILLS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WATERFRONT COTTAGE IN IRISH HILLS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATERFRONT COTTAGE IN IRISH HILLS?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WATERFRONT COTTAGE IN IRISH HILLS located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Bessey Lake and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Cobb Lake. Lefglen Nature Sanctuary and Watkins Lake State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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WATERFRONT COTTAGE IN IRISH HILLS Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet get away

Nice location on the water with beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Donna R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful peaceful lake

We spent two delightful weeks at Sweezy Lake. Aletta and Chuck were very accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B., Hanover Ont canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The property was great. The cottage was great everything was as expected. Would definitely stay again close to international speedway where we spent most of our time. But we’ll worth it . Good communication with owners thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Quiet Getaway

This was a great place for a quiet, relaxing, and no-frills getaway. The cottage is as advertised with the highlight being the deck and great views and access to Sweezey Lake. Aletta and Chuck were fantastic and flexible hosts and communication was great. Storms knocked out power the day of our arrival and Aletta gave us regular updates and quickly refunded the first night when we pushed our stay back a day. Highly recommend if you're looking for a peaceful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Sofia P., Toledo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Small but organized- beautiful scenery

This place was quaint and beautiful. It was nice for a small family of six but we were able to work it out with 6 adults. They had most of the important items for a kitchen and bathroom but didn’t have a microwave. They also had safety items for the lake. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

merlyn m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sweezy

back yard and dock are main attraction good for young children shallow water
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Margaret L.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Simple

The lake was very peaceful and gathering my family on the water was what we were looking for. The cottage itself wasn’t really what I expected, it had a musty smell when we walked in, and it was outdated. The air conditioner worked great though!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely weekend getaway to create lifelong memories with our family.

We had a fantastic experience at this cozy cottage on Sweezy Lake. The home was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described in the listing. The check-in process was smooth, and the host met us upon arrival to give us a helpful tour and go over everything we needed to know for our stay.The property was stocked with useful amenities—including cookware, silverware, pillows, blankets, and even water gear like a kayak, paddle boat, and life jackets. The hosts thoughtfully provided water and sand toys, which our kids really enjoyed. The lake itself was peaceful and shallow, making it great for both kids and adults to explore, swim, and fish safely.Communication through the VRBO platform was clear, and emergency contact info was made available to us, which gave us extra peace of mind. Our family had a relaxing and memorable weekend, and we’d highly recommend this property for small families looking to get away and enjoy some time by the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful fall getaway

Wonderful time at a very cool little cottage on lake sweezy. Great host.. paddle boat fishing camp fire and great local antiquing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Excellent place!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake view

The view was amazing, beautiful lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayne K., Grand Rapids, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

R & R

We had an amazing time. Great cottage on a quiet lake. Had everything needed. Gas grill, floaties, picnic table. Beds were very comfortable. Great firepit. Harris Dr is very deceiving driving to the house. Some are not well kept. But this one is. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So nice a peaceful we are looking for a place nearby.

Peaceful, young grandchildren loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

Cute little cottage on the lake. Host communicates well and is very kind and accommodating. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful set up!

Nice deck, great location. Really enjoyed our stay. Easy communication with hosts. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lewis and T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Everything was perfect. Nice and quiet weekend. Had a great time fishing, canoeing and relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Getaway

My family and I had a great time at this cute little cottage. The lake was beautiful and very active on the weekend. Aletta was wonderful and easy to communicate with throughout the entire check in and check out process. The only complaint I have would be the temperature. It was August so it was expected to be hot but the small window AC was off when we arrived at 3pm and all the windows and doors were open so it was 85 degrees in the cabin. We did end up using the window unit and covering the windows the next day so it was cool when we slept at night. If we didn't have our 1 year old with us it would have been fine but she was just too hot to sleep well that first night. Our daughter also had a runny nose anytime we were inside for more then a few hours (it cleared up when we went outside) so we ended up leaving early to avoid another night of sniffles. Other then that our stay was truly great! I wouldn't recommend if you have really small children but older kids would love it! I would stay again when our kiddo gets a little older.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

So Cute and So Fun

We were so impressed with the cleanliness of the home. The lake is very shallow which we liked with our little ones. We had great time and the kids loft was just perfect for our kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Herbert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pure Michigan

Great little cottage on nice little lake. Great kayaking lake. Pure Michigan
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

This was the perfect family getaway! Chuck & Aletta were very helpful & accommodating. We had a lovely time at this beautiful vacation home, I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don V., Parma Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful get away

Peaceful get awayI’m beautiful sweetie lake quiet and feel of the north without all the travel
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randall E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome time

Great people, easy communication. House was amazing water was nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Exactly what is posted and very friendly owners. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

colleen q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025