12 Myra Ave Relaxing Cottage by the Lake + Parking
Guest rating: 4.6 / 5
Overview
12 Myra Ave Relaxing Cottage by the Lake + Parking is a private, ranch-style waterfront home in Auburn Hills, set by Sylvan Lake with a deep backyard reaching to the bay and Dawson's Millpond. The layout is single-story once inside (no steps indoors after entry), and the home is positioned for a quiet, residential-neighborhood stay with posted quiet hours (9pm–8am). It has a strong public rating of 4.6316767 based on 173 reviews.
Space & sleeping setup
This smoke-free, 2-bedroom home sleeps up to 6. Both bedrooms have queen beds and dressers, and the living room includes a pull-out couch with a queen-size memory foam mattress plus a Smart TV. Heating and air conditioning are provided for year-round comfort.
Kitchen & in-home amenities
The unit includes a kitchen with an oven/stove and microwave, plus free Wi‑Fi and a washer for longer stays. Entertainment is via a Smart TV; streaming app access is available using your own logins. Free on-site parking is included.
Outdoor recreation
The backyard is set up for casual outdoor time, with games such as cornhole. There is also a BBQ grill and smoker combo that uses wood pellets (pellets may or may not be on hand; nearby Home Depot/Lowe’s/Menards are about 5 minutes away). The waterfront setting is a core part of the stay, with lake/pond views and easy access to multiple nearby lakes.
Location & nearby points of interest
Dodge State Park—known for hiking trails, two lakes, and a waterfall—is about 10 minutes away, and downtown Detroit is about a 35-minute drive. Nearby transit includes Telegraph & Hazel (bus, ~636 m) and Huron & Monroe (bus, ~933 m), plus Pontiac, Michigan train station (~2.1 km). Nearby dining options include The Bronx Deli (~617 m), The Captain's Table Fish and Chicken (~694 m), Roadside B&G (~1.4 km), and Sylvan Table (~1.8 km).
Best for
This cottage-style ranch home is best for families or small groups who want a quiet, suburban base with water nearby, plus practical comforts like a full kitchen, washer, and free parking. It also suits travelers planning outdoor time at nearby lakes and Dodge State Park (about 10 minutes away) while keeping Detroit reachable (about 35 minutes by car).
Travel tips
Plan to have a car: the host notes you’ll need one to get around, even though there are nearby bus stops (Telegraph & Hazel and Huron & Monroe) and Pontiac train station is about 2.1 km away. If you’re staying over a Thursday night, note that trash day is Friday and guests are asked to roll bins to the curb Thursday night or early Friday. For the backyard grill/smoker, bring or plan to buy wood pellets locally if none are left from prior guests.
What guests say
Reviews commonly highlight a quiet neighborhood setting and a comfortable space with the basics travelers need, along with positive mentions of host responsiveness. Some guests have raised operational and upkeep concerns, including difficulty accessing the lockbox on arrival and shortages of basic supplies (towels, washcloths, toilet paper). Cleanliness and maintenance have been mentioned as inconsistent, and one stay reported a loss of hot water due to a water-heater issue. Another recurring note is that interior lighting—especially in the kitchen/dining area—may feel too dim for some guests.
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