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Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
This is a recently renovated lakefront vacation home located in the Oxbow neighborhood of White Lake, near Auburn Hills. Set on a private all-sports lake at the end of a quiet private road, the property offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an additional sleeping area, making it well suited to groups and extended family gatherings. The winter renovation refreshed bathrooms, furnishings, the dock, and outdoor living spaces.
Waterfront & Recreation
The home has direct lake access and its own beach and dock, shared with a neighboring sister rental for extra space when larger groups book both. Guests can canoe, kayak, pontoon boat, water-ski, tube, wakeboard, parasail, fish, or dive right from the property, and pets are welcome to join in the water activities. Because the lake is private, guests may often have long stretches of open water largely to themselves.
Amenities
The home is equipped for self-catering with a full kitchen, oven/stove, microwave, and washer, plus air conditioning, heating, and a fireplace for year-round comfort. Outdoor living is a highlight, with a patio, deck, and outdoor grill overlooking the water, and free parking is provided on-site. The property is smoke-free, pet-friendly, and kid-friendly, with paid Wi-Fi available for guests who need to stay connected.
Location & Surroundings
The house sits within walking-to-short-drive distance of several dining options, including Filling Station, Prime 7 Bar & Restaurant, Blue Mango Thai, Aurora On the Lake, and Red Wood Grill & Catering. It is roughly 30 miles from downtown Detroit, giving access to Ford Field, Comerica Park, Little Caesars Arena, the Fox Theater, and the Detroit Opera House, as well as Alpine Valley Ski Resort for winter sports. Local family attractions such as Waterford Oaks Waterpark, Kensington Mills Falls Mini Golf, and Putting Edge Novi are also within range, along with cultural stops like The Crofoot and Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum.
Best for
This property is best suited to families, groups of friends, and pet owners seeking an active lakefront getaway, thanks to its private beach, dock, and full slate of water sports. It also appeals to travelers wanting a self-catering base near Detroit's stadiums, theaters, and casinos while still enjoying a quiet, secluded setting.
Travel tips
Since this is a private lake home at the end of a private road, plan for a car as the primary way to reach dining and attractions, several of which are a few kilometers away. Note that the property's map listing is inaccurate — it's actually located across the canal next to a neighboring rental, so confirm exact directions with the host before arrival. Lake levels, wildlife, and seasonal vegetation can vary, so guests are encouraged to ask questions about current conditions before booking, especially outside peak summer months.
What guests say
Guest feedback repeatedly highlights the enjoyment of summer lake activities, with reviewers describing the property as fun and well suited to lakeside recreation. The recurring theme centers on the lake house experience itself — access to the water and the range of outdoor fun it enables — rather than specific complaints. No negative themes were noted in the available review excerpts.
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