Title: Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor! ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83070000/83067700/83067659/ecb69ee0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83070000/83067700/83067659/73d597f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83070000/83067700/83067659/e0d91e64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83070000/83067700/83067659/e099456d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83070000/83067700/83067659/2e781ecb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on the tranquil shores of Lake Briggs, this lakefront studio cottage invites you to unwind in its serene surroundings. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private deck overlooking peaceful waters, or spend a cozy evening by one of multiple firepits under starry skies. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bathroomSleeps 3550 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor! This adorable lakefront studio cottage is perfect for couples, small daytime gatherings, or WFH! Sip coffee on the deck and soak in the picture-perfect views of peaceful Lake Briggs, one of the cleanest lakes in Livingston Country. SUPs, kayak, and floaties steps from the backyard! Bring your fishing poles, the lake is teeming with bass, perch, blue gill, and catfish. Multiple firepits for s’mores under the stars. Explore hidden back entrance trails to Island Lake State Park on your mountain bike, or take a leisurely walk around the 1-mile neighborhood loop. 550 sq ft lakefront studio cottage with private deck to enjoy the sunset or a coffee in the morning. Comfortable Queen Murphy bed in living room with beautiful wood banisters and pull-out sofa for an additional guest. Luxuriously remodeled bathroom with heated floors, double vanity, and rain showerhead + tub. Dedicated work desk with blazing wi-fi. Full kitchen and dining table. Pull-out sofa to fit an additional guest. Professionally cleaned after every stay. 20 minutes from Ann Arbor, perfect for dinner on Main St or a Fall Saturday afternoon at The Big House. Easy highway access. 5 minutes to lively Downtown Brighton and biking distance to Brighton Hospital. For nature lovers, Island Lake State Park is right in our backyard! Kensington Metropark a short drive away. In the Winter, ski/snowboard Mt Brighton, ice skate, ice fish, or cross country ski! One well-behaved, potty trained pet is welcome! Cottage is located at the bottom of a steep winding gravel pathway with stone steps through a beautiful garden leading down to the deck. Not ADA accessible, not ideal for those without stable footing and balance. 40 minutes to DTW, 1.5 hours to GRR ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Heated bathroom floor - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 550 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103730000/103725600/103725597/80209ece.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming lake front house for the perfect getaway All sports lake, pet friendly Lakeland - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=103725597&PinnedHotelID=103725597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83233600/83233556/ed9b0297.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Lake -Northern Michigan without the drive! 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Visitors park elsewhere ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 Note from host: 2 parking spots. Visitors park elsewhere Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Brighton, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mt Brighton Ski Area and Legacy Center Sports Complex are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kensington Mills Falls Mini Golf and Paradise Park. 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Brighton Center for Specialty Care and Brighton State Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dreamy lakefront cottage - 20 min from Ann Arbor! Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miren G. 24 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love Such a beautiful cottage, totally updated and right on the water! Super comfortable bed and amazing location! Will definitely be back! ##### Miren G. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee & Mike Y. 2 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem We had a great time. Location was great and easy to get to. A lovely cozy lake cottage. Owner was very responsive. Perfect place to unwind and relax. ##### Lee & Mike Y. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony M. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean little property with a few nice bells and whistles Property has pretty much everything you need and even a few neat features like heated floor in the bathroom and remote control ceiling fan. The murphy bed could use some extra cushion but wasnt bad. Overall nice stay and caught plenty of fish in Briggs Lake from one of the provided SUPs. ##### Anthony M. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Cynthia 27 May 2025 There is a lot of possibilities here. It was a clean place with lovely views. However, it needs some attention. The entry (from road to unit) is tricky, and the handrail isn't stable. There isn't lighting at the top, so I'd recommend including in the listing that it is highly recommended to arrive and/or depart in daylight. The water wasn't drinkable, and the freezer doesn't work. I recommend mentioning this in the listing, so folks know to bring drinking water and don't count on ice. The firepits weren't usable upon arrival. The neighbor was kind enough to weed for us to use the lower one (weeds were at least 2 feet tall. The TV stopped working and response was slow (and not too helpful) when we were staying. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/01323b0d-5331-4cec-a456-7c388b2037fd-1748349442909.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/59839ac5-99a1-4f84-a4a4-7b0986caaa11-1748349448214.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Cynthia Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kathleen F. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazingly quiet and beautiful The cottage was beautiful and clean. The outdoor space was great as well. The kids had to be very careful not to hurt themselves on the debris on either side of the property in the water. Easily avoided if you see them first. We had an incredible time. Thank you for the use of kayaks and paddle boards. ##### Kathleen F. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy 12 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Wonderful lake cottage, beautifully decorated! We enjoyed our stay so much, as we were able to relax on the deck and at the lake front fire pit. Catching a lot of fish and the paddle boards also added to the fun. Thank you again to the property owners for sharing a slice of their paradise! GO BLUE! ##### Troy Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Charlie C. 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful lake, great host, quaint cottage The host and lake were fantastic. The property itself is also very nice, but renter should be well aware that it is certainly more of a decked out studio cottage than a lake house. All of the amenities are up to date, though there is no oven and fridge is small (freezer was not functioning while we were there). The lake is clean and water was warm in August. Great for swimming. Paddle board, kayak. Neighbors are friendly. Fire pit at sunset with fishing and cold drink was awesome. 25 min drive if you want to go into Ann Arbor for dinner one night. I would stay here again if I were looking for a small cottage for a quick weekend getaway. I believe the price was fair for the quaint cottage setup. ##### Charlie C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry R. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Best of Briggs Lake This place is amazing and a great reason to visit the area. It was THE perfect place to stay. Lakefront, with million-dollar views. Quiet neighborhood with walking/jogging trails. The studio is well-appointed with a comfy bed, comfortable furniture, full kitchen with mini fridge and freezer. Full-size W/D tucked in the bathroom. Great wifi and ample amount of TV channel selections. Plenty of towels including beach towels. Stand-up paddle boards and two kayaks. What a wonderful way to start or end the day. We enjoyed roasting marshmallows and sipping wine around the bonfire too. Had our breakfast on the deck. Close to Brighton for supplies or a meal. Be sure to stop at Clean Slate for a unique experience of homemade ice cream flavors. My husband and I agree, that this cottage will be our go-to when visiting Michigan. Thank you, Daniel, for opening your cottage to us. Until next time. ##### Sherry R. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Casey R. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### cottage with peaceful lakefront views My husband and I stayed here for 3 weeks. The property is lakefront, which is excellent. We kayaked almost everyday after work. It is a sight to see during sunset. I recommend this place for a quick weekend trip. It’s not great for longer stays. For example, the kitchen is lacking an oven/toaster oven despite their being baking pans. Other essentials like measuring cups are missing so cooking is tough. You’ll likely want to eat out in Brighton. Also, this place is a true cottage so things will break, leak, and work inconsistently but that won’t be as noticeable during a shorter stay. The neighbors are friendly and the lake is very peaceful. Plus the owners supply the property with little essentials like qtips and beach towels which makes life easier. This spot is dog friendly which is fantastic. We brought our dog but beware if bringing a senior dog or if you have physical limitations, the steps to/from the cottage can be wobbly and steep. Otherwise, we had good communication with the host and he sent someone right away when something broke. ##### Casey R. Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Melissa M. 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Lakefront Studio Cabin Pros: The location was great and the view of the lake was beautiful. That and the cabin being pet friendly was our reason for staying here. The size was perfect for two. It was really nice having the Keurig and washer and dryer. Host was very responsive and tried to resolve the heating issue below and we are very thankful for this! He did reimburse us for the cost of a portable heater. Now some cons: The freezer did not work but the just did send us a note the day before. The heated floors in the bathroom advertised were not connected or did not work. The main gas heater did not work, the pilot would not stay lit. The low that first night was 30 and the cabin was really chilly even though we were using the two portable heaters that were there. It was late in the day and the only solution was for us to go to the store and purchase another heater which was inconvenient after traveling that day. The handrail down the path to the cabin was shaky and coming apart in places and the path down just needs cleared. There was also a lot of dust on the ceiling fan and beams. Just a FYI, The bed is a Murphy bed and the mattress is very firm. Not terrible but too hard for me. There are two parking spots but it is narrow so just be aware for when you are pulling in and out. Overall I think it just needs a little TLC. We enjoyed being able to visit our family in the area and see the fall colors at Kensington which was only a few miles away. ##### Melissa M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024