12 Myra Ave · Relaxing Cottage by the Lake + Parking
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
12 Myra Ave · Relaxing Cottage by the Lake + Parking is a cozy, smoke-free waterfront cottage in the Pontiac/Auburn Hills area with a quiet, residential-neighborhood setting. The home sits on the water with a deep backyard that reaches the bay, positioned for a peaceful, lake-view getaway while still being about 35 minutes from Downtown Detroit.
Layout & Sleeping
This ranch-style home has no steps inside once you enter. It has 2 bedrooms with queen beds, plus a living-room pull-out sofa with a queen memory-foam mattress, accommodating up to 6 guests. The living area includes a Smart TV (no cable; guests sign into streaming apps with their own logins).
Kitchen & In-home Conveniences
A fully stocked kitchen supports self-catering, with an eating area that seats four. Air conditioning is provided, and there is an in-unit washer and dryer for longer stays. Parking is included.
Outdoor Space & Recreation
The backyard is designed for laid-back time outside, including lawn games (such as cornhole). A BBQ grill/smoker combo using wood pellets is available for outdoor cooking (pellets may be left by previous guests, or can be purchased nearby). The property backs onto Dawson's Millpond and provides easy access to area lakes and outdoor trails.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The cottage is close to local transit stops such as Telegraph & Ruth (bus, ~666 m) and Pontiac, Michigan station (~2.1 km). For shopping and entertainment, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Somerset Collection are popular nearby draws, and local venues mentioned in the area include The Crofoot and Callahan's Music Hall. Dining options in the vicinity include The Bronx Deli (~618 m), Zara Shawarma Grill (~687 m), Roadside B&G (~1.4 km), and Slate Eatery (~1.5 km); Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is ~46 km away.
Best for
This cottage is best for travelers who want a quiet, lakefront base with the convenience of a full kitchen, laundry, and parking. It also suits small groups or families who want space to spread out (sleeping up to 6) and enjoy a backyard with games and a grill/smoker. Shoppers looking for a calm place not far from Great Lakes Crossing Outlets may also find the location appealing.
Travel tips
Plan on having a car, as the property notes you’ll need one to get around, even though several bus stops are within about 1 km. Observe residential quiet hours (9pm–8am); the home uses NoiseAware volume-monitoring technology (no cameras inside). If your stay includes a Thursday night, note that trash day is Friday and guests are asked to bring bins to the curb Thursday night or early Friday.
What guests say
Guest feedback highlights a clean, updated interior and an overall relaxing, peaceful feel. Location is also noted as convenient for shopping trips, including easy access to Great Lakes Crossing Outlets while still providing quiet downtime. With only a small amount of public feedback available (5/5 from 1 review), there are no recurring complaints documented from guests so far.
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