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Family-Friendly Retreat on Gilletts Lake!

Entire home in Jackson, MI

9 guests·2 bedrooms·2 bathrooms
5.0 · 3 reviews

Property details

Direct Lake Access | Decorative Stone Fireplace | 'Little Finn Lake Cottage'

With beautiful lake views and activities like ice fishing, cross-country skiing, and hiking at your fingertips, you may never want to leave this vacation rental on Gilletts Lake! This 2-bed, 2-bath Jackson home features a cozy interior, board games for the whole family, and a fire pit. Want to venture out? Visit Waterloo State Recreation Area for stunning winter scenery or spend the day at Mt. Brighton Ski Resort!

The space
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 twin daybed
- Loft: 1 king floor mattress, 1 queen floor mattress
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Furnished deck, outdoor dining & seating
- Gas grill
- Private yard, 4 beach chairs
- Fire pit (starter wood provided)
- Kayaks, life vests, sandbox
- Seasonal dock (May-October, weather dependent, up to 24' boat, bring your own bumpers & ropes)

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV, DVD player
- Board games, fireplace (decorative only)
- Dining table, dishes & flatware
- Open floor plan, rustic furnishings

KITCHEN
- Quartz countertops
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Drip coffee maker, microwave, blender, toaster
- Ice maker, water filter
- Cooking basics, spices
- Trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans
- Washer & dryer
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, step-free access
- 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms on 1st floor

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via lockbox

Other things to note
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home offers step-free access. While it offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the 1st floor, an interior ladder is required to access the loft
- This fireplace is not available for guest use
- The boat dock is available from May to October, and use of it is dependent upon the weather
- This property sleeps 5 guests in 3 beds, with room for 9 total by using the king and queen floor mattresses

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 king Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

Living room

1 single Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wifi

    Wifi

Guest reviews

Star icon 5.0 | 3 reviews
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Adam

Weekend stay

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October 2025

Very easy communication and everything was as described.

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Jim and Debbie Leslie

Quaint Lake Cottage Escape

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June 2025

My husband and I spent 6 nights at this peaceful retreat. The one floor cottage was charmingly decorated, supplied well, and had beautiful scenic views. The water on the lake was still and glistened in the sunlight. Swans and ducks and other birds frequently made visits while we enjoyed the comfortable deck. Neighbors were friendly and inviting. The kitchen was convenient to both cook a sit down meal or grab a sandwich at the counter. The large refrigerator easily handled our groceries we purchased at the nearby Meijers. We also enjoyed supplied DVD movie choices. Great getaway to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and get some rest and relax!

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Kim

Perfection!

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September 2024

We couldn't have asked for a more peaceful, cozy place to stay for our trip up north for the Michigan game! We had everything we needed: coffee pot, super soft sheets, comfy beds, cozy living room, spa-like showers, every kitchen gadget, snuggly blankets, a deck that was AH-MAZING to sit on and watch the swans and ducks, loving and welcoming neighbors, and the view.....so peaceful. We will be back for a longer stay to get some fishing in. Easy check-in, hosts that gave great food recommendations, and were very accommodating. Book this place now, but not for when I want to come back! :)

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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