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Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake!

Jackson vacation home with kitchen

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Furnished Deck | Lake Views | Outdoor Dining & Seating
A single-story house with a front porch, a chimney, and a large tree in the background.
A spacious kitchen with wooden floors, a dining area with a large table and chairs, and a view of a lake through the windows.
A cozy interior with a wooden floor, a white sofa, a dining area, and a ladder leaning against the wall.
A rustic kitchen with a wooden island, white cabinetry, and a stainless steel stove.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9922 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Jackson, MI
  • Place, Gilletts Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Michigan
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Stadium
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Jackson

On lake.Stay at this Jackson vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gilletts Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Brill Lake. Pine Hollow Golf Club and Lone Oak Vineyard Estate are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gilletts Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Michigan International Speedway - 30 min drive - 32.6 miles
  • University of Michigan - 31 min drive - 38.3 miles
  • Briarwood Mall - 31 min drive - 39.5 miles
  • Michigan Stadium - 32 min drive - 37.3 miles

Getting around

  • Jackson Station - 12 min drive
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Avenue Billiards - ‬7 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.

Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake!

Direct Lake Access | Decorative Stone Fireplace | 'Little Finn Lake Cottage'

With beautiful lake views and activities like ice fishing, cross-country skiing, and hiking at your fingertips, you may never want to leave this vacation rental on Gilletts Lake! This 2-bed, 2-bath Jackson home features a cozy interior, board games for the whole family, and a fire pit. Want to venture out? Visit Waterloo State Recreation Area for stunning winter scenery or spend the day at Mt. Brighton Ski Resort!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 twin daybed
- Loft: 1 king floor mattress, 1 queen floor mattress
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Furnished deck, outdoor dining & seating
- Gas grill
- Private yard, 4 beach chairs
- Fire pit (starter wood provided)
- Kayaks, life vests, sandbox
- Seasonal dock (May-October, weather dependent, up to 24' boat, bring your own bumpers & ropes)

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV, DVD player
- Board games, fireplace (decorative only)
- Dining table, dishes & flatware
- Open floor plan, rustic furnishings

KITCHEN
- Quartz countertops
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Drip coffee maker, microwave, blender, toaster
- Ice maker, water filter
- Cooking basics, spices
- Trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans
- Washer & dryer
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, step-free access
- 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms on 1st floor

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- On-site access to Gilletts Lake: boating, swimming, fishing & kayaking
- 2 miles to Gilletts Lake Park - county park w/ public beach
- 7 miles to The Fairy Forest & The Lost Railway Museum
- 9 miles to Ella Sharp Park & Ella Sharp Museum
- 11 miles to Waterloo State Recreation Area
- 51 miles to Mt. Brighton Ski Resort
- 54 miles to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home offers step-free access. While it offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the 1st floor, an interior ladder is required to access the loft
- This fireplace is not available for guest use
- The boat dock is available from May to October, and use of it is dependent upon the weather
- This property sleeps 5 guests in 3 beds, with room for 9 total by using the king and queen floor mattresses

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 922 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

521200

Frequently asked questions

How close is Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! to downtown Jackson?

This vacation home is 4.9 mi away from Jackson.

Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake house was perfect for our family and we added to the wonderful experience by renting a pontoon boat and enjoyed the lake fishing and relaxing vibe. The rooms and facilities were perfect for our needs and were tastefully decorated. We enjoyed every moment of our stay and the convenience of Jackson being nearby. We had a wonderful time
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable decor, comfortable accommodations, beautiful lake view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful place and so enjoyed the view and homeyness of the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Weekend stay

Very easy communication and everything was as described.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cutest lake house ever!

Needed a get away from caregiving and this spot was perfect. Home was cozy and comfortable. Loved all the decorating details and wood accents. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is so charming! We had four adults staying on the property and loved having coffee and breakfast on the beautiful deck each morning. We loved the owners, the neighbors and all the neighborhood dogs! There were plenty of kitchen supplies and lots of towels. We knew it was clean the minutes we walked into it. It was fun to watch the boats and families tubing and water skiing. We loved and appreciated the attention to detail and the peaceful experience it gave us for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Weekend Stay

This property was so cute! The decorating was adorable, and the lake view was so beautiful! It was my sister's bachelorette trip, and she wanted a short, cozy weekend getaway, so this was the perfect spot for it. There were 6 of us in total, and nobody had an issue with sleeping arrangements. The VRBO was super cozy and nice, and the lake view was exactly what we were looking for. When we went into town, everyone was so nice and there were lots of cute shops and small businesses! Also, the host responded promptly to all questions and was very kind and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect place to stay. It's in a beautiful setting and the accommodation has everything you could need. The home is very charming and we would stay there again next time we visit Michigan. My daughter had an absolute blast fishing off the pier. It got her away from her devices for hours! She also enjoyed making s'mores in the fire pit. The community gathered on the lake over the weekend. There was great music and conversation. The residents were very welcoming. The owners, Lindsay and Jason, are top-notch. They go out of their way to ensure your experience is fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfection!

We couldn't have asked for a more peaceful, cozy place to stay for our trip up north for the Michigan game! We had everything we needed: coffee pot, super soft sheets, comfy beds, cozy living room, spa-like showers, every kitchen gadget, snuggly blankets, a deck that was AH-MAZING to sit on and watch the swans and ducks, loving and welcoming neighbors, and the view.....so peaceful. We will be back for a longer stay to get some fishing in. Easy check-in, hosts that gave great food recommendations, and were very accommodating. Book this place now, but not for when I want to come back! :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quaint Lake Cottage Escape

My husband and I spent 6 nights at this peaceful retreat. The one floor cottage was charmingly decorated, supplied well, and had beautiful scenic views. The water on the lake was still and glistened in the sunlight. Swans and ducks and other birds frequently made visits while we enjoyed the comfortable deck. Neighbors were friendly and inviting. The kitchen was convenient to both cook a sit down meal or grab a sandwich at the counter. The large refrigerator easily handled our groceries we purchased at the nearby Meijers. We also enjoyed supplied DVD movie choices. Great getaway to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and get some rest and relax!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lakefront in Jackson

The property was lovely, with a beautiful view of a lake. It has comfortable beds and furniture, enough cookware and utensils, the appliances were all easy to work. Parking is across the street, which was a bit confusing initially, but the property manager was quick to confirm that this was the case. There were nice touches such as board games, cards in a drawer, and blankets/throws. And there are plenty of nearby major stores to get groceries and other things that you may need. My only complaint is that it wasn't prepped to welcome guests. There were some spiders/spider webs (nothing major, but definitely had to get rid of them for my family), no coffee or tea, no towels laid out (we had to search for them and figure out which were decorative), backporch was not swept of spiders/spiderwebs, bird droppings, and leaves. It was amazing on the backporch and we spent a lot of time out there, but we had to brush off debris before we could sit the first day, and purchase candles to keep away the bugs/mosquitos at night. There are logs for the firepit, but no kindling or matches. Nevertheless, I still recommend the property, it met our needs and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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