Game House in Royal Oak w /Tiki Hut Dog Friendly!
Overview
This entertainment-focused vacation home sits in Royal Oak, just outside Auburn Hills, offering a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath layout across multiple levels. Self-check-in via keypad and smart lock makes arrival simple, and the home is positioned about a 5-minute drive from downtown Royal Oak and 20 minutes from downtown Detroit. It is dog-friendly, with doggie bags, bowls, and treats provided for traveling pets.
Rooms & Interiors
The master bedroom includes two full beds and a TV with Firestick, a second bedroom offers a full bed, and a third has a twin bed, with hardwood floors and plant-themed decor running throughout. Each bedroom is stocked with bed linens, pillows, dressers or nightstands, closets, and hangers, and guests are greeted with a fresh flower vase and handcrafted animal towel with travel-size toiletries. The living room carries a cinema and board-game theme, anchored by a 65-inch smart TV and a movie theater-style popcorn machine.
Kitchen & Dining
The fully equipped kitchen includes an oven/stove, dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer, microwave, toaster, air fryer, smoothie blender, espresso machine, and a 12-cup drip coffee maker, along with cooking basics, dishware, and a dining table seating for meals in. A three-level food pantry and wine, champagne, and whisky glassware round out the setup for guests who want to cook and entertain in-house. Nearby dining options within a short walk or drive include Boodles Restaurant, Celina's Bar & Grill, Mia's Tasty Bar & Grill, and several Royal Oak-area restaurants such as Blind Owl and Blue Goat.
Amenities & Recreation
A standout feature is the outdoor tiki hut, ideal for warm-weather relaxation, paired with a fully fenced private backyard, outdoor grill, firepit, yard furniture, and cornhole. The partially finished basement is packed with activities including mini basketball, Giant Jenga, foosball, a card table with included cards and chips, and a half bathroom, plus a washer and dryer. Indoors, guests will also find a large board game collection, from Scrabble to classic titles, along with baby and toddler toys and puzzles, all supported by free high-speed WiFi (960 Mbps) and free on-site parking.
Location
The home is close to several bus stops, including 11 Mile & Minerva, 11 Mile & Stephenson, 11 Mile & Hampden, and 11 Mile & Dorchester, all within roughly 500-650 meters, with Royal Oak Station about 2.5km away for train access. It is roughly a 5-minute drive to downtown Royal Oak's shops, breweries, and monthly festivals, a 4-minute drive to the Royal Oak Farmers Market, and about 20 minutes from downtown Detroit via I-75. Local landmarks and activities include the Detroit Zoo, Highland Park Ford Plant, Troy Historic Village, Detroit Golf Club, Jawor's Golf Center, and Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle, with Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport about 36km away.
Best for
This home suits families and groups of friends who want an activity-rich stay, thanks to its basement game room, board game collection, tiki hut, and fenced backyard with a grill and firepit. It's also a strong fit for pet owners, since the property is explicitly dog-friendly and supplies doggie bowls, bags, and treats. Its proximity to downtown Royal Oak, Ferndale, and Detroit also appeals to travelers wanting a home base for exploring festivals, restaurants, and sporting or concert events.
Travel tips
Close access to I-75 makes it easy to head south into Downtown Detroit for sports or entertainment, or north toward Frankenmuth, so having a car is recommended despite nearby bus stops. Early risers can take the roughly 4-minute drive to the Royal Oak Farmers Market for fresh, locally grown produce. Several bus stations along 11 Mile Road sit within a 5-10 minute walk, and Royal Oak's train station is about 2.5km away for those using regional transit.
What guests say
No guest review excerpts were provided for this property, so specific recurring praise or complaints cannot be summarized. Based on the property's documented features, guests would likely comment on the extensive game and entertainment offerings, the dog-friendly setup, and the convenient location near Royal Oak's dining and shopping. Without actual review text, no negative themes can be identified at this time.
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