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Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets

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Living room with queen pull out sofa
Living room with view of water
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10126.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Brownstown Charter Township, MI
  • Lake Erie Metropark
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Lake Erie Metropark Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth Park Marina
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Front bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

Master

1 Queen Bed

Tiny Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets

Beautiful and private backyard looking out at picturesque water views. There is a private dock to pull your boat up to, however due to high levels of seaweed and low water levels at different times of the year, it is usually easier to put your boat in at the free boat launch less than 1 mile from our home which puts you right onto Lake Erie. There is a marina, as well as a public boat launch less than 5 minutes away and Lake Erie is only a 15-minute boat ride from the house. You can also access the Huron River with kayaks 10 minutes from our dock. We have 4 kayaks and 1 canoe available for use. The backyard has a patio and a built-in fire pit with a hot tub to enjoy summer nights with gorgeous sunsets over the water as your backdrop.

There is a bald eagle's nest right across the lake, a large variety of birds seen from the property, and a bird sanctuary ~ 1 mile away for nature enthusiasts. This lake and many locations nearby offer great fishing opportunities. Easily catch a wide variety of fish right from this property's dock. We have personally seen a lot of Perch, Bluegill, and Northern Pike, but fisher's in the area have also been known to catch Small and Largemouth Bass, Steelhead, Walleye, Muskie, and Trout.

During the winter, enjoy country-cross skiing, ice fishing or snowmobiling. Take a 30-minute drive to Detroit for dinner and a Broadway show/Concert/Sports Event or to Campus Martius Park to go ice skating. Henry Ford Museum and Fairlane Mall with shopping options galore are 25 minutes away. Enjoy the night life in Toledo with lots of restaurants and entertainment options, a 30 minute drive away. Skiing and snowboarding are available ~1 hour away at either Brighton Ski Resort or Alpine Valley.

Just 2 miles up the road, behold three miles of captivating Lake Erie shoreline and sweeping vistas that you can only get with a Great Lake and great river at 1,607-acre Lake Erie Metro park. Plan on adding some recreational activity to your day with an 18-hole regulation golf course, the "Great Wave" swimming pool, a bird sanctuary, Marshlands Museum & Nature Center, and a marina.

Visit H2E Adventures less than 10 minutes South of Gran Vista for canoe/kayak/tube rentals.

Don’t miss the Point Mouilee duck festival in September! Point Mouilee is ranked as one of the top duck hunting locations in the nation! Point Mouilee is a 5 minute drive from Gran Vista!

Sleeping arrangements:
Living room: Queen Sleeper Sofa (non-private)
1st Bedroom: Queen Bed with dresser and closet (largest bedroom). Ideal for a couple.
2nd bedroom: Queen Bed with dresser and closet. Ideal for a couple or kids.
3rd Bedroom: Queen bed with dresser and attached bathroom (no closet or TV). When only 2 couples or a family of 4 stay we typically leave this bedroom open so that it can be accessed to use bathroom.

Please beware of (and prepare for) a few inconveniences about this property:
*One of the 3 bedrooms is VERY small, allowing for room for only a bed and small dresser. There is no closet though this is the only bedroom with private access to the only bathroom on the second floor.
*The only full bathroom is on the first floor. There is a half bathroom on the second floor but it is only accessible through the smallest bedroom as noted above.
*Though this property can technically sleep 10 people, it would be crowded due to the limited living area (~1300 square feet) and only sleeps 6 people privately, though is ideal for a large family with kids or 3-4 couples that feel comfortable with one another. Please keep these things in mind prior to booking. With this being said, we do take great pride in the quality/cleanliness of the mattresses and bedding that we offer at Gran Vista and our goal is that you be as comfortable as possible.

Property manager

Sara Patterson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside, please dispose of all cigarette butts in designated disposal ashtray prior to check out. No cigarette butts in fire pit!
Please strip all beds that have been slept in prior to check out.
Turn hot tub off when not in use and at time of check out.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Rockwood

Located in Rockwood, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Gordon House and Fort Malden National Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Frenchtown Kiwani's Park and Heritage Park Petting Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Brownstown Charter Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Erie Metropark - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Erie Metropark Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Elizabeth Park Marina - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • William C. Sterling State Park - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Henry Ford Museum - 29 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

  • Dearborn Station - 30 min drive
  • Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bierhaven - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Water Front Home: Fisherman's' dream with private dock and beautiful sunsets located?

This family-friendly Rockwood holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Erie Metropark, Hull's Trace Park and Millman Island. Pointe Mouillee State Game Area and Huron River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend Enjoyable Lake Home

Everything was enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s a home away from home

Love the comfort of this lake home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convent location

It was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing

House was clean and had everything that is in description. Also real like that it had a fish cleaning station and a big parking area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home and Comfortable Stay

This home was warm and welcoming. Easy to enter the home with the code. The furniture was confortable as were the beds. We felt very much at home and from the hot tub enjoyed watching young and mature bald eagles hunt the river. We very much enjoyed our stay and will be back.We
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Fun lake bungalow

The cottage was exactly as described and pictured. We were very happy with the kitchen as we were cooking Thanksgiving dinner for four. We used the grill outside (despite a blizzard) to cook the turkey. The owner was very helpful with our questions regarding using the grill. I liked the outdoor set up and it would have been fun to use the kayaks to explore as well as the hot tub - which we didn't get an opportunity to do. The house was snug and warm and comfortable for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Icy Wonder

We loved our stay here. It is a fishermans dream but even in the winter it still is magical. Walking out on the frozen lake was bone chilling to say the least but a wonderful experience. We thank the host for opening their door to our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Loved having the kayaks and a great home for a short trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

My friends and I were looking for a comfortable place to stay for a quick weekend getaway to relax, unwind, and enjoy one another's company. This cute and clean bnb was able to check off things we wanted for our mini stay- enough rooms with comfortable beds to accomodate the 6 of us, 2 bathrooms, hot tub, fishing, space for us to play games/hang out. Drive to Detroit was not bad, less than 30mins away. The only trouble we had was that we arrived at night and it was dark making it difficult to figure out which rental it was. The host was very responsive upon booking. However, we had messaged a question prior to check out, but never received a response. Otherwise, we would consider this bnb again for another trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful River Hideaway

Quiet, clean and cozy…Perfect location to relax and enjoy the wildlife. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In town for wedding

We were in town for a wedding. The location was great just a short drive to Gibraltar where the wedding was held. We really enjoyed spending down time on the deck and we had beautiful weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

GRACE W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very nice everything was perfect very convenient and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Detroit stay

House was well equipment and had everything we needed. Communication was excellent. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Amenities, communication
Great place for a family stay. Comfy beds. Utilized the backyard, board games, kayaks. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

We had a great time . Love the comfy beds
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This was the perfect location and home for our family to come visit another family in the area. The house is clean and well stocked. Plenty of parking and a nice backyard area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesomeness

We had the best vacation! Clean, peaceful, everything we needed. Fishing was a blast! Even kayaked!! Will be returning for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River fishing

Great proximity to launches, bait, beer and food. Very convenient. Clean and comfortable, cleaning station made it that much better
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property

I loved that it was so clean! Everything you could want was there. The pictures were great but it was even better in person. We enjoyed the fire pit, fishing from the dock, and just the overall atmosphere. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Sara's home. The house is welcoming and beautifully decorated. We could feel ourselves relaxing as soon as we walked in. The hot tub is wonderful but the view, that was the best part! It was too windy to go kayaking but would have been fun. All the little touches and amenities were appreciated. The bed was also very comfortable. Sara is a wonderful host and very responsive. We would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing weekend

Great location and quiet. House was clean and had everything we needed. The fish cleaning station was a bonus and very welcomed! Made taking care of our walleye super easy and clean. Host was responsive and polite. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total Package

We absolutely enjoyed our stay! Everything was even better than described. Every detail was thought of. It was absolutely perfect for our needs. Clean, comfortable & oh so relaxing! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location with a small town feel. Everything you need is within a half hour drive.

It was a fantastic fit for our vacation. The manager was great with communication and letting us know about things with the property. Everything was clean and well organized. This is the second year we have stayed here and we will definitely be back for third.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely amazing

This home was soooo beautiful and very well kept and was full of extra accessories that also allowed the stay to be more welcoming!! Everything was clean and organized, they had kitchen equipment essentials which was a major plus also the view and property itself was a 1000/10!! My family will DEFINITELY be visiting again. Thank you so much for for providing a beautiful home that people don’t wanna leave !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Peaceful

Over all was very nice, had everything we needed. Would've liked the water to have not been so grassy for our boat, very hard to get to house from boatramp. But enjoyed ourselves. Neighbors were nice and helpful. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sara Patterson

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My husband owns a low voltage electrical company, installing security systems for big box department stores and I am a nurse at the Ann Arbor VA hospital. We are a blended family and have 5 children together, all of whom are now young adults. We bought this property 05/2021. We love traveling and wanted a home away from home to get away from all of the business of everyday life.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property because of the views, privacy, and close proximity to Lake Erie. Soon after purchasing this property, we realized that we hit the jackpot with our neighbors as well. Our neighbors on the North side of the property are some of the kindest, most generous people you will encounter. This home is in a very tight-nit community and everybody that we have encountered have been very friendly and welcoming.

Languages:

English

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