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On Gilletts Lake, this 2-bedroom vacation rental in Jackson offers a private yard and an on-site dock for easy lake access. Enjoy the area's natural beauty by kayaking or visiting The Cascades, then dine al fresco and relax in the living room with a fire pit.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 986 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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

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    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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 922 square feet

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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

Pets not 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
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 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

About the area

Located in Jackson, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Pine Hollow Golf Club and Lone Oak Vineyard Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lefglen Nature Sanctuary and MacCready Nature Reserve. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Jackson travel guide
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Jackson, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan International Speedway Aerial Shot.
    Michigan International Speedway
    30 min drive - 52.4 km
  • University of Michigan
    University of Michigan
    31 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Michigan Stadium
    Michigan Stadium
    32 min drive - 59.9 km
  • Gilletts Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • JAX 60
    11 min drive - 17.5 km

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
  • Avenue Billiards
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Wendy's
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Gilletts Lake, Brill Lake and Pine Hollow Golf Club. Lone Oak Vineyard Estate and Sandhill Crane Vineyards are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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! :)
Verified

8/10 Good

Sanobeia C. B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Gail T.

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

Adam

Weekend stay

Very easy communication and everything was as described.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Jim and Debbie Leslie

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

10/10 Excellent

patrick r.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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