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Lakefront Retreat: Pure Michigan, Proximity to Ann Arbor

Pinckney, Michigan, United States
Rates from USD $1200 | Weekly

House | Entire Home
Available Dates:
From September 7, 2026 until May 31, 2027

Description

Charming lakefront house in precious cultural mecca Pinckney, Michigan. Offers two bedrooms, one bath with jacuzzi tub, cute kitchen with eat in table and corian counters, hardwood floors, dishwasher and oak cabinets, and open great room with dining table, games, castiron fireplace insert for safety warmth and charm. Fronting the lake is a row of windows with view of lake and sunset that makes each day feel like a holiday. Living room features two comfy and well designed foldout couches for company. For rent as temporary writers retreat or sabbatical year residence to academic colleagues. Cordely Lake, closely monitored by local residents and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, has recently been deemed the second cleanest lake in the state. It is a non wake lake, meaning no gas motor craft, and not connected to any other lakes. Limpid waters, quiet neighbors, and all only 17 miles from the libraries, cafes and concerts of downtown Ann Arbor, or a couple of miles to the bistros, dinner theaters, and barbeque joints of charming Dexter, Chelsea, and Pinckney, MI. A humble treasure with abundant birdlife, friendly neighbors (many are retired educators) and a constant breeze off the water. Rental includes Paddleboard, Canoe, Adirondack chairs, Rustic outdoor dining table, Weber Grill, Petanque (or boules) set, and Dock. Also charming in the winter, when the lake freezes solid and offers lake walks on the snow cover, ice hockey, and ice fishing. Nearby Metroparks, Pinckney Recreational Area and University of Michigan owned forest Stinchfield Woods offers groomed walking, trail biking and X country skiing trails. Looking for Pure Michigan not far from cosmopolitan A2? This is your place.

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
1

Offices
1

Size
1,500 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From September 7, 2026 until May 31, 2027

Minimum Stay

2 Days | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Cozy rustic home and/or writing retreat

Location

House in Pinckney, Michigan, United States

Closest University

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Dearborn or Flint (half hour), MSU or Kalamazoo (1.5 to 2)

Nearby Universities
University of Chicago | UI | Northwestern | Loyola (3 hours)
Neighborhood

Cordeley Lake

Nearby Cities

Ann Arbor

Comments: Clean and Charming non wake Lake for swimming, paddleboarding or kayaking

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Suburban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Woods

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $1200 Weekly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: Our cottage is a quiet lovely retreat individuals, family or friends

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Wheelchair Access

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Non wake Lakefront, comes with dock, paddle boat canoe and kayaks

Reviews

1
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