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Lake Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets

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Firepit with view of lake from backyard
Sunset from the dock
Fishing off of the dock
Northern Pike caught right off of the dock.
View from hot tub at night.
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10126 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Kitchen
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Air conditioning
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  • Free WiFi
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  • Outdoor space
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Brownstown Charter Township, MI
  • Popular LocationLake Erie Metropark7 min walk
  • Popular LocationElizabeth Park Marina10 min drive
  • Popular LocationHenry Ford Museum29 min drive
  • AirportDetroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)29 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Front bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

Master

1 Queen Bed

Very Tiny

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lake Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets

Beautiful and private backyard looking out at picturesque water views. Has a private dock to pull your boat up to. There is a marina, as well as a public boat launch less than 5 minutes away and Lake Erie is only a 15-minute boat ride from the house. You can also access the Huron River with kayaks 10 minutes from our dock. The backyard has a patio and a built-in fire pit with a hot tub to enjoy summer nights with gorgeous sunsets over the water as your backdrop.

There is a bald eagle's nest right across the lake, a large variety of birds seen from the property, and a bird sanctuary ~ 1 mile away for nature enthusiasts. This lake and many locations nearby offer great fishing opportunities. Easily catch a wide variety of fish right from this property's dock. We have personally seen a lot of Perch, Bluegill, and Northern Pike, but fisher's in the area have also been known to catch Small and Largemouth Bass, Steelhead, Walleye, Muskie, and Trout.

During the winter, enjoy country-cross skiing, ice fishing or snowmobiling. Take a 30-minute drive to Detroit for dinner and a Broadway show/Concert/Sports Event or to Campus Martius Park to go ice skating. Henry Ford Museum and Fairlane Mall with shopping options galore are 25 minutes away. Enjoy the night life in Toledo with lots of restaurants and entertainment options, a 30 minute drive away. Skiing and snowboarding are available ~1 hour away at either Brighton Ski Resort or Alpine Valley.

Just 2 miles up the road, behold three miles of captivating Lake Erie shoreline and sweeping vistas that you can only get with a Great Lake and great river at 1,607-acre Lake Erie Metropark. Plan on adding some recreational activity to your day with an 18-hole regulation golf course, the "Great Wave" swimming pool, a bird sanctuary, Marshlands Museum & Nature Center, and a marina.

Visit H2E Adventures less than 10 minutes South of Gran Vista for canoe/kayak/tube rentals.

Don’t miss the Point Mouilee duck festival in September! Point Mouilee is ranked as one of the top duck hunting locations in the nation! Point Mouilee is a 5 minute drive from Gran Vista!

Sleeping arrangements:
Living room: Queen Sleeper Sofa (non-private)
1st Bedroom: Queen Bed with dresser and closet (largest bedroom). Ideal for a couple.
2nd bedroom: Queen Bed with dresser and closet. Ideal for a couple or kids.
3rd Bedroom: Double queen bunk bed-sleeps 4 (smallest bedroom) with dresser (no closet). Ideal for one couple, couple with 2 kids or 4 kids. Top bunk can only accommodate 2 small children and/or up to 200 pounds, and is not meant for adults. See below.

Please beware of (and prepare for) a few inconveniences about this property:
*One of the 3 bedrooms is VERY small, allowing for room for only a bed and small dresser. There is no closet though this is the only bedroom with private access to the only bathroom on the second floor.
*The only full bathroom is on the first floor. There is a half bathroom on the second floor but it is only accessible through the smallest bedroom as noted above.
*Though this property can technically sleep 10 people, it would be crowded due to the limited living area (~1300 square feet) and only sleeps 6 people privately, though is ideal for a large family with kids or 3-4 couples that feel comfortable with one another. Please keep these things in mind prior to booking. With this being said, we do take great pride in the quality/cleanliness of the mattresses and bedding that we offer at Gran Vista and our goal is that you be as comfortable as possible.

Property manager

Sara Patterson
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside, please dispose of all cigarette butts in designated disposal ashtray prior to check out. No cigarette butts in fire pit!
Please strip all beds that have been slept in prior to check out.
Turn hot tub off when not in use and at time of check out.

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Rockwood

Located in Rockwood, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Gordon House and Fort Malden National Historic Site are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Southland Center and The Mall of Monroe. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Brownstown Charter Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Erie Metropark - 7 min walk
  • Elizabeth Park Marina - 10 min drive
  • William C. Sterling State Park - 20 min drive
  • Greenfield Village - 27 min drive
  • Henry Ford Museum - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Dearborn Station - 30 min drive
  • Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Riverfront Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Shack - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets located?

This family-friendly Rockwood holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Erie Metropark and Huron River. Civic Center Park and Elizabeth Park Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesomeness
We had the best vacation! Clean, peaceful, everything we needed. Fishing was a blast! Even kayaked!! Will be returning for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Detroit stay
House was well equipment and had everything we needed. Communication was excellent. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
I loved that it was so clean! Everything you could want was there. The pictures were great but it was even better in person. We enjoyed the fire pit, fishing from the dock, and just the overall atmosphere. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing weekend
Great location and quiet. House was clean and had everything we needed. The fish cleaning station was a bonus and very welcomed! Made taking care of our walleye super easy and clean. Host was responsive and polite. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River fishing
Great proximity to launches, bait, beer and food. Very convenient. Clean and comfortable, cleaning station made it that much better
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Property!
The boat dock, which is why we wanted to stay there, had only a foot or so of water. I asked ant the response stated was not as deep as the return correspondence stated. So, we had to launch our boat each day at a public ramp which is what I did not want to do. Otherwise, very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing
This home was soooo beautiful and very well kept and was full of extra accessories that also allowed the stay to be more welcoming!! Everything was clean and organized, they had kitchen equipment essentials which was a major plus also the view and property itself was a 1000/10!! My family will DEFINITELY be visiting again. Thank you so much for for providing a beautiful home that people don’t wanna leave !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Getaway
Thank you for sharing this beautiful home with us! I was very impressed with how organized the home was and loved the decor! Our favorite part was the hot tub! The husbands appreciated how close the boat launch was! Couldn’t have asked for anything more! See you next year! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Peaceful
Over all was very nice, had everything we needed. Would've liked the water to have not been so grassy for our boat, very hard to get to house from boatramp. But enjoyed ourselves. Neighbors were nice and helpful. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total Package
We absolutely enjoyed our stay! Everything was even better than described. Every detail was thought of. It was absolutely perfect for our needs. Clean, comfortable & oh so relaxing! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
We had a great time . Love the comfy beds
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Amenities, communication
Great place for a family stay. Comfy beds. Utilized the backyard, board games, kayaks. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

GRACE W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very nice everything was perfect very convenient and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
This was the perfect location and home for our family to come visit another family in the area. The house is clean and well stocked. Plenty of parking and a nice backyard area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with a small town feel. Everything you need is within a half hour drive.
It was a fantastic fit for our vacation. The manager was great with communication and letting us know about things with the property. Everything was clean and well organized. This is the second year we have stayed here and we will definitely be back for third.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Base
Old school farm house, front deck huge and covered. It rained 6/7 days we there and it was gear saver. Rock driveway tip top shape. Appliances and tableware top shelf. Hot tub looked inviting and gin clear clean. Dock Was a bonus. We put in at Elizabeth around 15 min Erie metro 5’min. We fished hard and long then walked to Big Al’s literally 2-3 min walk y after boat plugged in. New day lamps made backing boat in a breeze in the dark.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Asè T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Falsely accused in overcharge
This started off as a nice stay but ended in complete confusion and disappointment. I was falsely accused off damaging things that were already broken upon arrival, and Excessively charge for wiping down appliances in the kitchen after 3 night stay. currently filing a complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Clean and beautiful home. Comfy.
I arrived at 4pm. Check in time was 3pm. Communication with owner was difficult. I had no PIN sent to me for entry. Entry was delayed. I had to call VRBO to have them contact owner. Other than that hiccup, Home was very clean. My daughter stayed with me, everything was comfy. Jacuzi was on and warm. Fishing marsh was lovely during sunset. The kitchen was fully stocked with alot of dishes and extra odds and ins. We thought that was nice. Pillows and beds extremely comfy. Great place just wished Communication with owner were easier.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
property was everything as advertised. Had plenty of parking for trucks and boats. Second year we stayed at the property and will do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend
This property was perfect for our family stay to be close to everything for our son’s wedding. We loved having this quiet, peaceful and very comfortable spot to serve as home base. Highly recommend this property. Host was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip!
We had a great time at a great place. We had a lot of fun on the lake and at the local places around town. Thank you very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!
This place was perfect for our girls weekend away! Secluded and quite location for a relaxing weekend on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a Great time !! Hot tub was Awesome!!!
I would stay here again ! It was Great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Michael J., Peoria, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property. Good price. Right on the water!
Over all very good stay. Small hiccup with check in process however it was resolved. Property was definitely right on the water which we enjoyed. Outside firepit was a hit. Beds were comfortable. 1.5 baths were good. Kitchen was well stocked regarding cookware. Convenient little market right down the road south and a bar just to the north. Just what we were looking for as apposed to multiple hotel rooms. Space to move around and enjoy nature and one another's company with out being cooped up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!!
Beautiful property with newly renovated home! Sara was amazing, going above and beyond to accommodate us when our flights were delayed. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sara Patterson

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My husband owns a low voltage electrical company, installing security systems for big box department stores and I am a nurse at the Ann Arbor VA hospital. We are a blended family and have 5 children together, all of whom are now young adults. We bought this property 05/2021. We love traveling and wanted a home away from home to get away from all of the business of everyday life.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property because of the views, privacy, and close proximity to Lake Erie. Soon after purchasing this property, we realized that we hit the jackpot with our neighbors as well. Our neighbors on the North side of the property are some of the kindest, most generous people you will encounter. This home is in a very tight-nit community and everybody that we have encountered have been very friendly and welcoming.

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