In Detroit .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Detroit vacation home, you'll find Detroit Golf Club and Highland Park Ford Plant. Also, Woodlawn Cemetery is within 3 miles (5 km) and Boston Edison Historic District is within 6 miles (10 km).
MGM Grand Detroit Casino - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles
Detroit Zoo - 12 min drive - 5.3 miles
Comerica Park - 12 min drive - 8.6 miles
Getting around
Grand Boulevard Station - 8 min drive
Detroit Station - 11 min drive
Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Lou's Deli - 3 min drive
Parkside Coney Island - 3 min drive
Subway - 4 min drive
Locker Room Lounge - 3 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.
Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det
DETROIT AREA RESIDENTS BOOKING LESS THAN 3 DAYS MUST SEND “INQUIRY BEFORE BOOKING.
Newly renovated, Gorgeous & Bright with every convenience you could want in a home away from home. The perfect house to stay in while in town; traveling for work, visiting family, or attending any of metro Detroit's biggest events.
The space located in one of the most sought after areas of Detroit, near the University district, & Palmer Woods. This is a 2 level home, cheerfully decorated with your every comfort in mind. Located near the Detroit Golf Club, close to major freeways and the world famous Livernois Corridor paced with shopping and local restaurants. Centrally located with easy access to major venues: 15 minutes from downtown Detroit and 10 minutes from Ferndale, Oak Park and Mid-Town Detroit.
The house - 3 bed/2.5 bath completely renovated and professionally decorated from floor to roof with a unique mixture of antique and modern 21st century comfort. On entering you will be greeted with the charming feeling of home. Modern fixtures, granite counter tops, central air, a 1st floor fireplace and hardwood floors throughout. The newest updated security locks to allow for self-check-in. The basement is setup as an entertainment room with TV, fireplace, board games, books and a very comfortable sofa bed that allows extra sleeping for two (approved extra guest). There is a driveway for on site parking. We offer the fastest, most reliable internet/wifi available in the area.
Property manager
Sharon Lofton
Languages
English
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is only allowed in the backyard.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
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
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Toddlers BEWARE of Stairs - ask OWNER
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.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Gorgeous & Bright Away From
Gorgeous & Bright Home Away From Home! Detroit
Gorgeous & Bright Home Away From Home! Private vacation home
Frequently asked questions
How close is Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det to the airport?
This vacation home is 11.3 mi (17-min drive) away from the Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det to the beach?
This vacation home is 14.6 mi (26-min drive) from Belle Isle Beach.
Does Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but MotorCity Casino (10-min drive) and MGM Grand Detroit Casino (11-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det to downtown Detroit?
This vacation home is 7.3 mi away from Detroit.
Gorgeous, Bright & Cheerful home away from home - Mins to Dntwn Det Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl W.
May 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great destination
Sharon has set up the perfect destination for short term and long-term stays. The neighborhood is nice and travel accessible to the area. The house is decorated with a lot of style and clean. She was very thoughtful in the amenities she provided. She was accessible and very helpful. I would use her property again.
Cheryl W.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah M.
Apr 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Super nice!!!
Wow!!! well appointed and thought out. Sharon’s place of everything that we needed to feel right at home. She provided snacks and coffee and other beverages. The beds were very comfortable and linens. were very crisp and clean. Great game room and beautiful yard.
Deborah M.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan S.
Apr 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Homebase to explore Detroit
Sharon’s home was the perfect place for my family of four to stay as we explored Detroit. In between the Zoo and Downtown, about 20 minutes to each, we were able to see and do a lot in our 4 days.The house is so charming, well stocked, and has plenty of activities for adults and kids (our’s are 6 and 9). The kitchen has the most spices, condiments, and seasonings of any place we’ve stayed, which helps if you prefer to cook at home.The basement has a ton of board games and the video games were a nice bonus. The electric fireplace and blankets kept the space cozy while watching tv.The house is thoughtfully decorated from the art to the book selection. The Detroit-made snacks were a nice touch too!My kids are already asking when we’ll be back!
Megan S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin M.
Feb 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful short trip
Gorgeous home is exactly that. We came to Detroit for a short weekend getaway & to visit the Henry Ford Museum. We booked this house because of the photos, & the ratings.We were so happy with this house. Sharon is so amazing & easy to work with. She gave easy instructions for checking in & out, & she was super responsive if I asked her any questions. The photos look amazing, but the house is even more amazing in person. Extremely clean like even under the beds & baseboards clean. The house not only extremely clean, but really comfortable & decorated beautifully. Everyroom is spacious, with beautiful art, she has thought of everything plugs & usb ports in every room, soap in all bathrooms, cozy little slippers for walking around the house, Detroit snacks, kitchen fully stocked for anything you may need to help make a meal, the beds & bedding were so cozy & we all slept great. She has things labeled, & organized for easy use. She has manuals for things just in case you need to know how to operate the coffee machine or other items. She has a lovely coffee bar set up for use. The basement was so much fun. Two different video games, & foosball was also a hit with my boys. She also had tons of board games family friendly, & some adult humor ones. The driveway & side walks were shoveled too. It was close to shops & restaurants everything about 15mins away. We felt safe in the house. We loved everything about this house my noys already want to go back. Thank you so much.
Erin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shauna W.
Oct 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for families!
We had a wonderful stay at Sharon’s place. The communication leading up to our stay and during our stay was great. We traveled with another couple and our children, kids were 2, 3, and 5, and we all had a wonderful time. The downstairs game room was a hit for all, and the backyard was great too. Close to downtown and other activities! I would stay here again.
Shauna W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kate P.
Dec 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs
We stayed here during WSU graduation weekend and it felt so cozy. Check-in was easy and lights were on for us when we arrived. The home was decorated beautifully and equipped with snacks, drinks, cozy socks & slippers. Holiday decorations and Christmas mugs filled with goodies were appreciated and jolly. Sharon was very quick to respond when we had a couple questions. The teens loved the downstairs games, fireplace and large TV. The only thing that was different from previous reviews I read was that there was not a driveway gate to shut our cars into the backyard. There was plenty of driveway parking in the back and there was security lighting, so it was okay. This was a clean, lovely place to stay.
Kate P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Campbell A.
Sep 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy way to stay in Detroit!
We loved the home and the neighborhood, the surrounding houses were a delight. It was especially nice to be able to park around the back off the street.
Campbell A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary Elizabeth (ME) C.
Jun 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious & Quiet House
We enjoyed staying here! The house thought of wverything from snacks to extra toiletries. The house was easy to get to and from and the neighborhood was quiet!
Mary Elizabeth (ME) C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
maykayla m.
May 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House!
This house is so nice! There’s plenty of games and activities if you want to have a rest day. All of our family loved the house, it is an old house and has many furniture pieces to fit the houses aesthetic. The property owner is very sweet and checked in multiple times to make sure we were okay and had everything we needed. There’s a nice little backyard the kids loved running in. The claw foot tub was one of my favorite things about the house! Overall, amazing experience and we’re very happy we booked this house!
maykayla m.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wendy P.
Jul 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Business trip felt like a getaway
A place I’d definitely go back just to stay and enjoy the space…. And why not take a bunch of pictures.
My business partners and I went for a company convention and we’re not able to enjoy the space to the fullest as we were in and out all day. It felt like coming back home. The neighbors were nice and greeted us. Felt safe.
House was very clean and provided everything!!!! Including snacks and socks to take.
Checking in and out was very easy and host was always available.
Wendy P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Claire P.
Jul 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Detroit getaway
The property was delightful! It was as advertised, clean, had a driveway, furnished well, lovely artwork, all the amenities!
Claire P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth W.
Jun 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the pictures!
My friends and I stayed here for a bachelorette party weekend and we were LOVING the adorable interior and exterior! Sharon truly did a great job making this home incredibly inviting and fun. The backyard was much bigger than it shows and we enjoyed the bonfire pit at night. The house is stocked with all the essentials you need! Sharon was also amazing with answering all of our questions fully and quickly. We felt incredibly safe in the area, especially with the smart locks on the doors and the fact that you could close the gate to the driveway. Would 100% recommended staying here!
Elizabeth W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark D., Chicago,IL
Apr 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in Big D
Had a great weekend stay for the Red Wings and Tigers.
Mark D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Angela S.
Aug 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
We loved staying here! We were a group of 7 and all stayed comfortably at this property. The house was so cute, clean and accommodated us perfectly. We felt right at home!