Dragonfly Inn-Serene sanctuary, with a spacious deck and impressive lake views.

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Newly updated and fully stocked kitchen. Plenty of amenities available.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Fireplace
Parking available

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Howell, MI

Howell's MainStreet Winery
‪3 min drive‬
Tanger Outlets Howell
‪10 min drive‬
Brighton Center for Specialty Care
‪12 min drive‬
Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Serene sanctuary filled with natural light. This home has a spacious deck and impressive views of Earl Lake - perfect for relaxing, drinking a cup of coffee or tea or a glass of wine, and taking in the Michigan sunrises and sunsets. Easy access to historic downtown Howell and Brighton.

Enjoy the shaded courtyard, while sipping coffee and reading a book. Perfect for a secluded spot while enjoying the chiminea.

Relax on the sectional seating in the gazebo, lounge in the seating of the backyard.

Don’t miss the morning news or a sport’s game on the outdoor tv while enjoying the deck area. Peaceful and relaxing home with plenty of room to stretch out. Basement finished for extra space to unwind, kids movies & games will keep them busy. Enjoy a friendly game of cornhole or connect four under the pergola or roast some s’mores over a fire. Outdoor flat top grill is ready to cook up breakfast, lunch or dinner. Lightweight fencing in the backyard to contain furry guests. Ice fishing available during winter months. Ice skating also a plus for those snowy days.

Restaurants, Breweries, Winery, Golf Course, Downtown/Outlet shopping, public beach and small ski hill all within minutes. A visit to historic Bronner’s is just an hour away. Metro parks splash pad/beach is just 30 minutes away.

Kayaks and paddle boards are available for a quiet paddle across the quiet all sports lake. Paddle boat and row boat steps from the back yard. (Beach access is two lots down.) Park area behind home is perfect for a game of frisbee or tossing a ball.

Owners live nearby if any concerns arise.
-No third party bookings or additional guests not noted on booking without notification.
-Minimum rental age 25 -While we understand that unexpected events can occur, such as travel delays or personal emergencies, it's essential to note that hosts are unable to provide reimbursement for any cancellations or changes to your reservation outside of the refundable window that is offered. This is why having trip insurance can offer you financial protection and peace of mind during your trip. Please choose the insurance policy offered through the platform when making your reservation.

Property manager

Dawn Condon

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please monitor kids for safety reasons

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

$500 fee for smoking/vaping of any kind indoors

Only the amount of guests noted at booking on property without approval

Blink cameras are on the exterior of the property. Only entrance active at stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Howell

Located in Howell, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Howell's MainStreet Winery and Mt Brighton Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brighton State Recreation Area and Island Lake State Recreation Area. With kayaking and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Howell, MI

What's nearby

Howell's MainStreet Winery - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Tanger Outlets Howell - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
Brighton Center for Specialty Care - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
Mt Brighton Ski Area - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
The Majestic at Lake Walden - 20 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
‪Jonna's Country Corner Market - ‬6 min drive
‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min drive
‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dragonfly Inn-Serene sanctuary, with a spacious deck and impressive lake views. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Dragonfly Inn-Serene sanctuary, with a spacious deck and impressive lake views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dragonfly Inn-Serene sanctuary, with a spacious deck and impressive lake views.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Dragonfly Inn-Serene sanctuary, with a spacious deck and impressive lake views. located?

This family-friendly Howell holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.9 mi (3 km) from Howell's MainStreet Winery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tanger Outlets Howell and East Crooked Lake. Brighton State Recreation Area and Brighton Center for Specialty Care are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

9 Mar 2025

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

Perfect getaway!!

Perfect getaway for a girls weekend. Tons of shopping and restaurants nearby, the house is absolutely amazing! Beautifully decorated, lots of games and puzzles and amenities included! The scenery and neighborhood are so peaceful! Dawn was wonderful and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

13 Nov 2023

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

Wonderful stay

The house and location were beautiful and the hosts were responsive to any questions we had. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

8 Dec 2024

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

Always wonderful

I have stayed here multiple times now and every time is an excellent experience. My company has had me stay in Howell for the greater part of two months and I always try to stay at the Firefly Inn. The home is comfortable & relaxing and the owners are thoughtful and quick to communicate. I can not recommend this property enough.

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clara H.

22 Oct 2024

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

Heavenly Spot

This was an immaculate property, and we would love to see it during flowering time. We were made to feel very welcome and were so pleased with the personal touch of the property. The hosts left many extras for us, and we were delighted with the warmth of the decorations in the house.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

16 Nov 2024

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

The jaw-dropping Dragonfly Inn

This is an amazing property that looks like a professional decorator decorated inside and out. The decorations are awesome and the thoughtful touches are too numerous to mention. This home is on a pretty lake and there are fishing poles, worms, a paddle boat, many outdoor sitting areas and fenced in area for the pooch. The kitchen is stocked and the basement has toys for kids and adults. Best place to stay around Howell, MI.

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian P.

28 Dec 2024

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

Amazing family-friendly getaway!

Absolutely wowed by this vacation home! Visiting from Chicago with two little ones and our dogs is a lot of work and Dawn and Tim made it so easy and seamless for us to enjoy our trip. They went above and beyond to not only equip the home with things we might need for the day to day with our 2 year old and our infant, they went so far as to surprise us with extra goodies for ourselves and our kids. Not to mention how incredibly adorable the place was decorated for Christmas and how easy it was to check in and check out, plus being able to communicate any questions to Dawn and Tim. We will absolutely be back! Totally loved this place!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAUL M.

1 Sept 2024

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

Lake stay in Michigan

Host responds immediately for any questions. They do more than enough to make the rental stand out in quality attitude and amenities. A rare case where pets welcome is an understatement.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

5 Sept 2023

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

This place is a perfect little getaway for some R&R in a beautiful setting!

Our experience as a whole could not have been any better! Our hosts Dawn and Tim were very accommodating 100% of the time. They went above and beyond to make everything perfect for our stay. I highly recommend this place!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

5 Jan 2023

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

Amazing!

The property was amazing! Perfect for our family visit. Plenty of space and things to do. And the owners went way out of their way to make sure we had a good visit and I can’t recommend their property enough

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shonda W.

14 Oct 2024

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

Most Welcoming Place We’ve Ever Stayed

First, the host welcome gifts were wonderful and catered to us. Far above anywhere else we’ve stayed before. We really enjoyed the coffee bar and snacks. The whole property is decorated beautifully and made to be cozy. The outdoor covered patio with the TV was a great place to kick back and watch football while also watching our older teens enjoy the fishing row boat, paddle boat and kayaks. The teens also enjoyed the basement games. We hiked at the Brighton Recreation area and did some shopping at the Tanger Outlets, but we mainly enjoyed just relaxing at the house. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

6 Jan 2024

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

Perfection

Thank you for an incredible stay. The interior design is on point. The attention to detail has not gone unnoticed. We had the best family vacation ever.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

17 Aug 2024

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

Exceeded all expectations

We couldn’t have asked for more. The hosts were more than accommodating. We were truly wowed with all the extras. A dog crate, bed and welcome basket was provided for our dog. Also a great place to stay with a toddler with a toy chest full of toys. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you would need and more. By far the best VRBO we have stayed in.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sherri f.

28 Oct 2023

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

Trip for conference

Neat and clean, too many wonderful details to count!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa J.

5 Nov 2023

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

Fantastic stay!

A comfortable and beautiful property! The game room downstairs was perfect for my teens and we enjoyed a relaxing weeknd playing games and watching football. The host has provided so many amenities I can't even list them all! We hope to return in warmer weather to take advantage of the lake activities.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

29 June 2024

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

Family vacation

We had an amazing family vacation here. I cannot express how perfect this home is. They have thought and provided everything. Welcome basket for us and our dogs were a welcome surprise. All the outdoor activities (paddle boards, kayaks, and small boat) were amazing. Kids loved fishing off the dock. The host were easy to reach and quick to respond. We will be staying here again in the future!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

vanbev

5 Oct 2024

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

Wonderful Experience!

We had a reunion of sorts to see a friend’s wedding and we needed a place to gather and catch up. This was one of the best Vrbo experiences I have had and I travel often. Location was quiet but convenient to what we needed. The thoughtfulness of the host was way above board! We had a welcome gift basket, food, champagne and water by the nightstands! Totally unexpected. :) The outdoor area was wonderful as well. We truly loved this stay and already decided to plan this again for next year! Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

17 Jan 2023

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

Fun Weekend in a beautiful home

One of my favorite VRBO stays! Dawn was an excellent communicator and the pictures of the home do not do it justice. There were so many fun and creative touches that made this stay feel like home for us. Short drive over to Mt Brighton to Ski! Would love to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie G., Carmel, IN

17 July 2023

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

Family Getaway

The Dragonfly Cottage is amazing!! Beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean, with every amenity you could need. Dawn thought of everything! Our family of five loved our stay. From the gorgeous gardens to the coffee bar to the sound machines in the bedrooms….we felt like we were staying at a luxury hotel! We will be back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary K.

18 Jan 2023

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

Amazing Home

We had to get out of our house due to construction and this was the perfect replacement for a week. The house was decorated to the nines and was so cute. The hosts went overboard on making my family and dogs feel welcome.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron G.

4 Oct 2023

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

Such a wonderful experience

We travelled 9 states across the USA and our family keeps talking about how wonderful this home is. The hosts were unbelievably welcoming and the house, views and surrounding evironment is superb. There is just so much to do at the house we didn't want to leave. Super clean, warm and friendly we couldn't fault it. We will be back.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

30 May 2023

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This place is amazing!

We took a family trip up to Michigan and this property had everything we needed. Tons of seating in and out doors. All amenities taken care of and the best hosts I have had! They were super fast to reply to any questions or requests I had and did it happily. We all said so many times that we would love to return here! It is worth every penny

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

10 Sept 2023

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

Amazing

Dragonfly cottage IS your home away from home. Dawn has thought of everything and then some to make your time there so comfortable! The welcome treats are amazing and appreciated. Dragonfly cottage is an experience! Also took away home decor tips as well. Looking forward to our next trip!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

24 July 2024

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

A truly amazing place!

I can't rave about Dragonfly Cottage at the Lake enough to do it justice. It's beautiful - very well decorated inside and outside. Outstanding communication with the hosts. They live close to the cottage and are very responsive with information and suggestions. You can tell they have put a great deal of love and caring into the place. We enjoyed the kayaks, fishing, recreation room, cooking out, sitting around an open fire (or the gas fireplace in the living room and the one on the front patio). Honestly, they have thought of EVERYTHING to make your stay outstanding. In fact, our family has already reserved the cottage for a week next summer (it was a 100% vote to visit again soon). One added plus - it is close to stores, restaurants, etc.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

6 Nov 2023

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

Best home we've rented yet!

Our family of 5 stayed at Dragonfly cottage for a weekend in October. Dawn is a gracious host, quick to respond, and is very intentional providing a relaxing, comfortable 'at home' stay - regardless of how long you stay for! The cottage had everything we needed, and even the things we didn’t know we needed. Super clean, spacious, and filled with many ways to entertain the family. We’ve rented many homes over the last 13 years, and everyone in the family commented "this is the best one we’ve ever rented - hands down". Next time we come to this area, Dragonfly Cottage is the place we want to stay! Thanks, Dawn!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber J.

22 Mar 2023

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

Final Review...

After another month in the Dragonfly Cottage, I have nothing but praise to give. Dawn and Tim were so very kind and easy to work with. The cottage is very cute and well maintained. There is no detail that was forgotten. My family and I were very comfortable at the cottage. We were very glad to return home after a long repair process, but we will all miss this place!

Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Common area 1

2 bathrooms

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Bathroom 2

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