Lakefront home w / walkout basement arcade /bar area! Free Kayaks! Sandbar!
Overview
Sandbar Lake House is a lakefront vacation home in White Lake, near Auburn Hills, offering direct access to Pontiac Lake and its popular sandbar gathering spot. The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath property greets guests with panoramic lake views from the front door and combines relaxation with entertainment across three finished levels. It's a self-contained rental home rather than a traditional hotel, suited to groups wanting a private lakeside base.
Rooms & Living Space
The upstairs Primary Suite features a king bed, a newly remodeled en suite bathroom, and a private balcony overlooking the lake, while three additional bedrooms accommodate families or groups of guests. The recently updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a Keurig coffee maker, and a dining nook, plus a bonus dining room that converts into a poker table for extra seating and entertainment.
Amenities & Recreation
The fully finished walkout basement is a standout feature, with a wet bar, game room/arcade including multiple arcade games and a Pac-Man air hockey table, and a full bathroom for rinsing off after time in the lake. Outdoors, guests have a large deck and patio with a table seating eight plus lounging chairs, a propane grill, bench seating, and a private dock for fishing, boating, and swimming. Free kayaks are provided, and the home sits directly in front of the lake's sandbar, a favorite spot for water volleyball and basketball. Other amenities include air conditioning, ironing board, kitchen, and a pet-friendly, smoke-free environment.
Location & Surroundings
The property is close to several dining options, including Ripples Of The Lakes Restaurant And Bar, Mojave Cantina - White Lake, and Dave & Amy's, all within about 1.5-1.8 km. Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area and Highland State Recreation Area are nearby, offering swimming, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, and snowmobiling, while area attractions include Waterford Oaks Waterpark, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium, and Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Bishop International Airport are both roughly 40-52 km away, making the home reachable for regional travelers, and Detroit itself is about a 45-minute drive.
Best for
This home is best suited to families and groups seeking an active lakefront getaway, thanks to its four bedrooms, private dock, free kayaks, and arcade-equipped walkout basement. It also appeals to anglers and boaters given Pontiac Lake's reputation for perch, walleye, bluegill, bass, and pike, plus easy access to nearby marinas for boat rentals. Pet owners will appreciate the pet-friendly policy, though a two-pet maximum and cleaning fee apply.
Travel tips
Parking at the house is limited to about four vehicles in a tight squeeze, so groups arriving in multiple cars should coordinate in advance. Note that the private dock and boat hoist are removed from the water and stored on the lawn from October through April, so lake access for boats is seasonal. Nearby Walmart (about 1.8 miles) and Kroger (about 3.6 miles) make it easy to stock up on groceries and supplies shortly after arrival.
What guests say
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