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A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Southfield

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Southfield, MI
  • Place, Lawrence Technological University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Oakland Community College Southfield Campus
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, International Auto Components Headquarters
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southfield

Heart of Southfield.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Southfield vacation home, you'll find Lawrence Technological University and DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital. Oakland Community College Southfield Campus and International Auto Components Headquarters are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lawrence Technological University - 4 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Oakland Community College Southfield Campus - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • International Auto Components Headquarters - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Redford Theatre - 12 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Detroit Zoo - 16 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Royal Oak Station - 14 min drive
  • Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪CK Mediterranean Grille and Catering - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Original Pancake House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tango's Level One Lounge - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit

TO EVERYONE LOOKING FOR A PLACE OF REFUGE... we offer our "Sanctuary Inn". To avoid any disappointment, please know that we do not allow any gatherings or parties.We are situated on 3.5 acres surrounded by an additional 83 acres of beautiful old oaks and maples. Yet we are only 15 minutes from Detroit and many other great attractions including Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford, the Detroit Zoo, the Iconic Motown Museum, the world famous Detroit Institute of Art and African American Museum. Still within 15 minutes you will find Belle Isle, Little Caesar's Arena, the oldest farmer's market in the country, Eastern Market, to name just a few.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

ONLY TOILET PAPER IN TOILETS
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS, GUESTS LIMITED TO NUMBER OF PEOPLE ON RESERVATION

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.2 mi (26-min drive) away from the Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit to downtown Southfield?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Southfield.

A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 162 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, private and pleasant environment
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access in with a quiet setting. Host was quick with response with any questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great stay!

We felt at home and had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared L.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Location was clean, comfy, and in a really nice location 5/5 stars :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne G.

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

Perfect location and setting

Who would’ve guessed you could have a stay in a wooded area in metro Detroit where we saw a deer, an owl, and turkeys in our yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis T.

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

Beautiful spot

Everything was great, we will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

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

Great hideaway in the woods

We loved our stay, it’s a quiet, clean and relaxing spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Centrally located in a quiet culdesac. Clean with views of nature, deer and trees. Cute fireplace with comfortable furniture. Decor is a bit dated but fit the rest of the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LInda T.

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

Great hosts, lovely property

We stayed for 2 weeks in the peaceful surroundings at the Sanctuary Inn. The house is well equipped with everything we needed for cooking, laundry, entertainment and comfort. This was our 3 time staying at the property and we will be back again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Woodland setting minutes from downtown

We had a great holiday at this relaxing home with a wonderful location.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

neil o.

Great Get-A-Way

This was my second time visiting this property and it was another great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

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

Wonderful Cozy Stay

This was a great experience. Great location, great house with access to all amenities that the host had on the property. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim P.

We loved it so much we are planning to return next year!

Great overall property. Older home but very well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry Hocking

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

The Sanctuary

A peaceful, beautiful property. The host family was charming, and very helpful. Location was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constance S.

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

Nice Property

Very cozy, beautiful yard, fire place and wild life great for kids to play and explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

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

Peaceful retreat

Pleasant and relaxing weekend retreat on a beautiful park-like lot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Reginald P.

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

Great getaway

The property was great , lots of room for children. Could use a dishwasher, other than that, a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

cecil g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Peaceful

A wonderful location, cozy and woodsy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Dearborn Trip Convenient stay

Great Place for 2 couples. Short drive to Henry Ford Museum. Out of the hustle of the city. Nice private piece of property. Quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy D.

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

Great private property.

Easy check-in. Great communication with the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Love this house!

Such a great family and house . Very welcoming and clean and great location!!! Will be using again for sure! Thank you for the great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Feels like Home

The owners are simply wonderful and very attentive. We loved the yard, scenery, decorations and felt at home the minute we arrived.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Relaxing

Place was very relaxing, quiet and comfortable. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Wonderful home for a family!

We really loved our stay at your home! It was so clean and cozy! We especially loved seeing the deer in the yard every morning. Hopefully we will be able to make this an annual trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022