Birmingham Retreat - Work & Play
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Birmingham Retreat - Work & Play is a townhome-style rental in Auburn Hills designed for solo travelers, couples, or remote workers, with a strict two-guest maximum. It's positioned as a quiet, functional retreat rather than a party house, welcoming respectful, verified guests aged 25 and up. The property is smoke-free and pet-friendly, adding flexibility for travelers with animals who still want a calm environment.
Rooms & Layout
The unit centers on a cozy bedroom paired with a dedicated home office featuring a standing desk, making it a genuine work-and-stay setup. An open living/dining area connects to a finished basement with a half-bath and in-unit laundry, giving guests more room to spread out than a typical hotel room. Climate control (air conditioning and heating) and cable TV round out the in-room comforts.
Kitchen & Amenities
Guests get a full kitchen with oven, stove, and microwave, and reviewers specifically note it came stocked with coffee, pods, sugar, and creamer. Free Wi-Fi supports remote work alongside the office setup, and a private washer means longer stays are easy to manage without outside laundry trips. A patio adds outdoor space for breaks between work sessions.
Location & Surroundings
The retreat sits within an easy, pleasant walk of Auburn Hills/Troy dining, including Big Rock Italian Chophouse (557m), Lincoln Yard (531m), Birmingham Pub (925m), Forest (927m), and several other American, seafood, and New American restaurants all under 1.5km away. Public transit is close by via the Troy train station (653m) and multiple bus stops (E Maple & Cambridge, S Woodward & Worth, and 14 Mile & Woodward), while Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 39km away for air travel.
Best for
This property best suits solo travelers, couples, and remote workers who want a quiet base with a real home office setup, given the standing desk, dedicated work space, and free Wi-Fi. It also appeals to guests who value self-catering, thanks to the full kitchen and pre-stocked coffee essentials, and to those who prefer walkable access to varied dining rather than staying on a busy strip.
Travel tips
The Troy train station is just 653m away and several bus stops (E Maple & Cambridge, S Woodward & Worth, 14 Mile & Woodward) are within a 15-minute walk, making car-free arrival feasible. Evenings are well suited to walking the neighborhood to nearby restaurants like Big Rock Italian Chophouse or Lincoln Yard, both under 600m away. Since check-in involves a door code, it's worth confirming entry instructions with the host in advance, as one guest reported a delay receiving the code after arrival.
What guests say
Reviewers consistently praised the well-equipped kitchen, including the pleasant surprise of stocked coffee and creamer, as well as the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer. The home office setup with a standing desk and the pleasant, walkable neighborhood were also highlighted as standout features. On the downside, one guest noted a delay of about ninety minutes in receiving the door entry code, and mentioned that basic hygiene items and a hair dryer were not provided, along with a mattress and pillows that were firmer than preferred.
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