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Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Pet ok.

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Living area with beautiful views of the bay.
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Nothing better then warming by the fire.
Living room with views of the bay
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Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Suttons Bay, Michigan
  • Popular LocationLeelanau Sands Casino2 min drive
  • Popular LocationLeelanau Cheese Company8 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrand Traverse Bay29 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Pet ok.

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home welcomes up to 14 guests during the warm months and sleeps up to 12 during fall/winter/spring when the caboose is unavailable.

Envision a private expanse consisting of 350 feet of pristine, deep water on 5 acres of secluded wooded terrain. Alongside the 5 bedrooms, a fully furnished railroad caboose car offers a unique recreational space, providing an exciting retreat for children or grandchildren.

Upon entering the galley-style full kitchen, ample space is available for cooking. Adjacent to the kitchen, the expansive living room affords breathtaking vistas of the bay and features a sizable stone fireplace. Stone tile and cherry hardwood floors decorate the home throughout. Access to cable TV, a DVD player, and WIFI ensure ample entertainment. The main level contains two bedrooms, with the master bedroom offering a king bed and an en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Another bedroom on this level features a queen bed, with an additional full bathroom located nearby. The upper level provides three bedrooms: one with a queen bed, one with two twin beds and bunk beds, and the last with a queen bed. A twin sleeper sofa is situated in the reading nook, complemented by an assortment of books. A full bathroom is available on the upper level.

Outside, a wrap-around deck invites guests to soak up the picturesque views. Additionally, a grill is provided for cooking outside, offering a perfect vantage point to watch the children frolicking in the yard or playing in the water. A dock offers an ideal setting to watch passing boats and brings closure to a day of activities. A fire pit is available for preparing s’mores and winding down for the evening.

This home is an idyllic location for exploring multiple nearby attractions, including wineries, a neighboring casino, shopping, dining, and various other leisure activities within a short drive. The residence's proximity to Traverse City, Omena, Northport, and Sleeping Bear Dunes makes it an ideal base. Vibrant fall colors add to the area's allure, with the village of Suttons Bay offering an array of recreational and leisure options. The home is open year-round, with the exception of the caboose during the fall, winter, and spring months. It does not have heat or a bathroom. The caboose is unavailable from Labor Day in September to Memorial Day in May of the following year.

Bedroom 1: king bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bedroom 3: queen bed || Bedroom 4: four twin beds || Bedroom 5: queen bed || Shared space: twin sleeper sofa || Caboose (seasonal): two twin beds

OUTDOORS: Deck/patio, Dock, Balcony, Beach chairs, Grill, Outdoor games, NO mooring

INDOORS: WIFI, DVD player, Books, Games, wood-burning fireplace

KITCHEN: Coffee maker, Dishes & Utensils, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster

GENERAL: A/C, Jetted tub, Linens & towels, Iron & board, Washer & dryer

PARKING: Space for 7 vehicles

MISC: caboose car is NOT available from Labor Day in September to Memorial Day in May of the following year

-- POLICIES –

- One pet allowed with fee

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Cancellation: For reservations between Memorial Day and Labor Day, cancellations must be received at least 90 days prior to arrival in order for a full refund to be issued. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 90 days prior to arrival. For off-season reservations, cancellations must be received at least 30 days prior to arrival. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to arrival.

Property manager

Visit Up North Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Suttons Bay

Located in Suttons Bay, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Suttons Bay, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 2 min drive
  • Leelanau Cheese Company - 8 min drive
  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery - 13 min drive
  • Historic Fishtown - 19 min drive
  • Grand Traverse Bay - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VI Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Streetside Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Northern Latitudes Distillery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Pet ok. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Pet ok.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Pet ok.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lodge-style home in Suttons Bay. Main house & caboose. Central A/C. Pet ok. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nathaniel Rose Wine and Lake Michigan. Leelanau Sands Casino is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Annual Crew trip
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome spot, great views, felt private. We were shocked with the condition of yard and the cleanliness at first but Visit Up North took care of that as soon as we mentioned it! The woods were a very cool find as well (the many art structures).Close to Suttons Bay and the casino!

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway tradition
We have stayed at this house several times now with family friends for the weekend. It’s perfect! The house is big and interesting, the grounds are beautiful, the location is close to attractions, and the water is clear and inviting. Despite being early May, some of the kids always jump in for a quick refresh. The home owners have kept some of the family history for guests including photo-books and other keepsakes. There’s even a caboose on property and a walking path with nature art. This year we caught the northern lights while out at the bonfire. This place is not to be missed. Truly a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!!
We were with a group of 10!! The accomodations were outstanding!! The home was clean, very well stocked for our cooking needs and a great location for our wine tasting stops. We were very pleased with our home and would definitely stay again! The layout of the home was perfect for our needs! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Katherine D.

Greatly Dissappointed
Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed at Caboose Royale over NYE 2023. We were actually return guests, but this most recent visit was greatly disappointing. The house was not clean. There was a think coat of dust on all surfaces, many clearly visible cobwebs and pots/pans were dirty. There was also open bags of garbage left in the driveway. The worst part was that the the rental staff was not forthcoming about what was working and what was NOT working in the house. The fireplace in the house is beautiful, but we didn't it was out of service until the morning after we arrived. We had already bought wood and in nothing in the communications ahead of our check in told us about the fireplace not work. I've called the rental office to share my experiences before I posted this and was told I would get a response...I've heard nothing.Will never return and never recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Phil D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Place was amazing, great location and had plenty of room for all of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wine Trail Vacation
Five couples stayed at Caboose Royale while doing the Taste of the Season Wine tour. It was clean, comfortable, and centrally located. Felt like home and accommodated all of us. We cooked in and the table sat all ten of us. Had a campfire right on the bay shore. We had a great time, but then we never put anyone else in charge of our fun. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bilal Z.

Great time
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is very clean and beautiful and the location is owsome
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Mary P.

Up North Getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home was liking walking into your own home! Lots of dishes to use and essential items in the cabinets. Everything was in working condition, the beds were very comfortable and being on the lake with the kids and dogs was the best! Short drive from town, we made good use of the outside grill, the dock was perfect for fishing and swimming. A great experience and vacation. The bathrooms were updated and very clean.We did have a lot of gnats but welcome to up north Michigan, they were a nuisance but harmless.
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10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

Loved this home!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great stay at the Caboose Royale this September. Great house, beautiful location, lots of extras (kayaks, giant sand box, croquet, trails in the woods with interesting art work, etc). Only a few miles from Suttons Bay. Hope to come back in the summer sometime.

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Venue and Location
The property was as advertised. The view is amazing, the proximity to downtown Sutton's Bay is perfect. The home was charming and very comfortable for 3 families with adult children.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Sandy O., Plymouth, MI

Space for big family!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Casual comfort convenient location right on the water minutes from Suttons Bay. Everything you need for a large family vacation. Appreciated the kayaks, added sand play area for kids, dock, and large deck AND extra refrigerator which was needed or our families. Dual A/C up and down was a plus. Kitchen well-appointed. Rocky beach provided Petoskey stone searching to no end. Bring beach shoes. Glad owner got a new fridge as it broke during our stay...next arrivers will have no worries there. We did have one person get tick bite so please make sure all pets are up to date on their flea/tick medication and spray if you walk into the wooded paths. All bathrooms were lovely.
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL S.

Winter getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 9 of us were very comfortable in the home. Huge main room with open space to the kitchen and dinning areas and fireplace. Plenty of beds, beautiful view across the bay that we were lucky enough to have two sunny days in a row. Although we weren’t lucky enough to enjoy the outside, it appeared to be a terrific place to enjoy the decks and waterfront. Great stay. Plan to do it again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

William S., Clinton Township

And Once Again
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Once again...Enjoyed the snow...enjoyed the views ...enjoyed reading in front of the fireplace enjoying the warmth along with Buddy ...our reliable & loyal retriever ! Must have been our 10th or 11th stay !
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10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Sutton’s Bay Getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful cozy home right on Sutton’s Bay!! A rustic feel with ALL the amenities!! Was the best stocked home I have ever rented! My family felt so welcomed and being pet friendly, we were able to share the fun with our labs!! Would absolutely rebook!
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Amazing family getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed Caboose Royale for the Thanksgiving holiday with our extended family for the weekend. It accommodated 3 families very comfortably, with a cozy northern Michigan feel, beautiful location on the bay and it was stocked with everything we needed. Comfortable beds, great fireplace, games/puzzles, walks on the beach for rock collecting and close to Suttons Bay, Northport and Traverse for exploring and shopping. We had a wonderful time. The property management and communication was also great.
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6/10 Okay

Wendy B.

Great View...Hard Mattresses
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location. Bathrooms and bedrooms were clean. Kitchen was not the cleanest. Drawer handles were sticky and found dirty dishes in the cupboards. House is musty smelling. The biggest turnoff was the lecture the owners gives about teenagers and how they can see if you are destroying the woods via the cameras. Doesn’t set a welcoming tone and nobody wants to feel like they are being watched. Beds were very uncomfortable. For the price per night I would have expected much better mattresses.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
It was a lovely house with a lovely view on the Bay. We were a group of 12 adults, so the bunk beds being smaller than regular twins weren't the best option for us, but we made it work. Perfect house for family trips with children. It was a chilly weekend and we hadn't paid attention to the thermostat, so got a bit chilly overnight. There were plenty of extra blankets and we adjusted the thermostat the next day. Location is very close to Sutton's Bay and not too far from the wineries we wanted to visit in Leelanau.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Family Fun
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Caboose Royale worked for our group of 12. The 250’ of waterfront and large yard gave our kids a lot of room to play. Overall it was a good experience. Parts of the home are updated, like bathrooms and the kitchen, with ample refrigerator space. The furniture in the living room is well past its days of providing comfort. The cleaning crew was still there after we showed up (after the appointed arrival time) and they did not complete their work before they departed. They appeared to be in process of replacing an switch in the living room but left the box open with exposed wires and the fuse off for much of the room (including the TV). I put duct tape over the box to keep our kids hands out of a dangerous situation. The yard could use some water as it was mostly weeds and dirt which made running around barefoot an issue in terms of pain and dirt. There appears to be a pump for watering the lawn but it must not be used. The Caboose is a nice touch but not really relevant for our group. The quality of the waterfront and outdoor experience would keep this property on my list for future use, especially for a large group. Its also extremely convenient to Suttons Bay and surrounding areas.

8/10 Good

Lynne M., Powell, Ohio

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Caboose a big hit!
Perfect location! The caboose was very popular with the kids! Great yard for croquet, corn hole, and running around for the kids. Wonderful beach for finding petoskey stones and other Michigan rocks and swimming ( bring water shoes)! Fantastic view from the deck. Updated bathrooms and showers. Very well stocked kitchen and games. Multiple refigerators very convenient (used one just for drinks). Furniture needs updated but was adequate. Beds were comfy! Air conditioner struggled on hot days and we were not a fan of transporting trash cans back and forth down a long gravel drive. But…we plan to come back!! We have stayed in several other houses on Leelanau peninsula and this was our favorite location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Holton, MI

Familty Gathering—at a Great Place
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful accommodations in a fantastic location. We are Michiganers...and this place showed off Michigan at its finest. There are kayaks, a huge deck, a super sized frig besides the kitchen refrigerator, and a massive lawn with an awesome beach. Keep your eyes out for Petoskey stones. Lots!
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Another Glorious Two Weeks
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: For the 3rd year in a row, we spent two weeks at Caboose Royale and it was amazing. The house and property are just perfect and I think we did all of the things! The house is well-appointed and clean. The bedrooms are as described, with a king bed and lovely en suite in the primary bedroom on the main floor. The other bedroom on the main floor has a queen bed and no closet. It’s a little dark but the air conditioning is fantastic in that room, so it’s the best room for a good night’s sleep. Upstairs can get a little warm but keeping the doors open helps for air flow. The two bedrooms upstairs with queen beds are very romantic and the bunk room for the kids (1 bunk bed, 2 twins, 4 beds total) is so fun. There are plenty of extra blankets and pillows for comfort. All the bathrooms are remodeled and very nice. The kitchen has anything – pot, pan, tool, knife - you could ever hope for! This year, there are new plastic glasses which is great for a beach house...I can confirm that they bounce on the stone floors and float in water. We mostly grilled and cooked enjoying our time with friends and family at the gigantic dining table. We hung hammocks in the trees, older kids enjoyed hanging out in the caboose and even sleeping out there. We loved swimming off the dock and paddling in the kayaks. We played a couple of corn hole tournaments and the kids loved playing in the sand. The rock collecting is like no other! We had a lot of fun practicing “catch & release” with the stones. As always, we visited Scoops 22 for ice cream almost every other day and enjoyed pizza from the Roman Wheel. The older kids enjoyed shopping in the Village (ok, so did the adults) and a movie at the Bay Theater. We also brought our bikes – there are plenty of rentals available in the Village, too – and rode the Leelanau Trail multiple times. We love enjoying the beer garden at Hop Lot and way too often stopped at Tandem Cider for tastings and
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10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Suttons Bay Delight
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Spent June 12-19 at the Caboose Royale on Grand Traverse Bay. Stayed with three of our four adult children and significant others. Home was clean, comfortable and had a beautiful view of the lake. All in all, it was a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

Amazing!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a beautiful weekend. We couldn't have been happier with our stay. We had 3 other families join us for a weekend getaway. The house was big, unique, and clean. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen table was giant. We spent a lot of time at the water and bonfire pit. The adults drank our coffee on the porch in the morning while the kids explore the "art walk" in the woods. We loved every minute of our stay. We are already planning for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Excellent Stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time. All rooms were clean and tidy. This is the third time we have stayed at the property. Thank You
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10/10 Excellent

William S., Clinton Township

There Again !!!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our last visit was our 8th or 10th stay at the Caboose. Love the area, love the property love the home. Our dog Buddy does too !

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