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Modern Mandon Retreat: All-Sports Lakefront, 4 Beds, Dock & Beach, Kayaks, Games

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Interior
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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
White Lake charter Township, MI
  • Union Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Huron River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Alpine Valley Ski Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Modern Mandon Retreat: All-Sports Lakefront, 4 Beds, Dock & Beach, Kayaks, Games

**NEW OWNER, 5 STAR VACATION RENTAL FOR 2+ YEARS**

Welcome to our newly renovated, Modern Mandon Retreat directly on Mandon Lake! Prime location, just 10 minutes to Alpine Valley Ski Resort, short drive to Pine Knob Theatre, & minutes from waterfront dining. Ideal for year-round travel! Perfect for groups of all sizes with 2 beds, 1 bath, and 4 total beds. Your group can sprawl out in two cozy living spaces. Enjoy kayaks, sandy beach, new dock, firepit, grill, 50in TV & board games. Fully stocked eat-in kitchen with dining for 6 & so much more!

The Space:

What makes the "Mandon Retreat" so unique is the attention to detail. We have a wide range of amenities for year round enjoyment. Inside you have a fully stocked coffee & espresso bar, complimentary snacks, fully stocked open concept kitchen, not one but TWO living rooms for groups of many sizes to sprawl out, board games, 50inch Roku TV, TV's in each bedroom (coming soon), a cozy barstool nook which is the perfect work station or quick dining spot, plenty of room for a group of 6-7 with 1 King, 1 Queen, a pull down sofa roughy the size of a full bed, & 1 large twin day bed in the front living room for privacy at night. Outside you have a beautiful deck with string lights over looking the stunning view All-Sports Mandon Canal, a sandy beach area, new dock, firepit, BBQ grill, cornhole, and 2 Kayaks for added enjoyment. The entire home has modern, renovated finishes for a cozy & inviting stay!

The location:

Top-notch location situated right in the middle of everything North Oakland County has to offer! What we love about our location is you get the up north Michigan feels, but your SO close to the neighboring suburbs. "Mandon Retreat" is on a short dirt road (approx. 200 yards) with minimal traffic in a quiet neighborhood. Our home is directly on All-Sports Mandon Lake with the canal right in our backyard! 30 minutes (15 miles) to Pine Knob Ski Resort / Amphitheater, 10 minutes (5 miles) to Alphine Valley Ski Resort, 30 minutes (17 miles) to Mount Brighton, 30 minutes (17 miles) to Oakland University, 25 minutes (12 miles) to Pontiac's northern loop of the Woodward Dream Cruise, within 12 miles of 10 Oakland County golf courses, and less than 10 minutes to 15+ water front restaurants and bars!

About Mandon Lake:

The lake is affectionately known as the "Mighty Mandon", because despite its smaller size all sports are permitted.
With a maximum depth of 18 feet, Mandon Lake is fully capable of having skiing or watertubing. Being a smaller lake, it is private, making it a great place to reap all the benefits of waterfront living in Michigan.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet Hours Between 10PM-7AM
*PET OWNERS, PLEASE READ* A pet fee of $150 total per stay for up to 1 pet 25lbs or less (dogs only). Please message for more info.
No use of natural fireplace allowed. We are so sorry for the inconvenience, this is for safety precautions!

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

White Lake

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Oxbow, a neighbourhood in White Lake. Alpine Valley Ski Area and Beacon Hill Golf & Banquet Facility are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Great Lakes Crossing Outlets and Twelve Oaks Mall. Waterford Oaks Waterpark and Kensington Mills Falls Mini Golf are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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White Lake charter Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Union Lake - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Huron River - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Alpine Valley Ski Area - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Suburban Collection Showplace - 21 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Great Lakes Crossing Outlets - 25 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Pontiac Station - 24 min drive
  • Pontiac, MI (PTK-Oakland County Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Mandon Retreat: All-Sports Lakefront, 4 Beds, Dock & Beach, Kayaks, Games pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Mandon Retreat: All-Sports Lakefront, 4 Beds, Dock & Beach, Kayaks, Games?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Mandon Retreat: All-Sports Lakefront, 4 Beds, Dock & Beach, Kayaks, Games?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Mandon Retreat: All-Sports Lakefront, 4 Beds, Dock & Beach, Kayaks, Games located?

Located in Oxbow, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Union Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Huron River. Huron Valley - Sinai Hospital and Alpine Valley Ski Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob N.

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

Great little house

Great property. Loved being on the water. Cant wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla S.

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

Memories

We were very happy with rental home. Exactly as described cozy, clean, open, private area and everything needed plus. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheri e.

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

Short get away

Easy access , the place was very clean with all Our needs available . Would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing stay in Michigan
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

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

Mandon Retreat Hidden Treasure

From the first interactions with the owner to the simple check out process, we were delighted to spend the month of August at this nicely-appointed property. The cottage was clean, close to restaurants/shopping and access to Mandon Lake was a short paddle down the canal. The owner/property manager were very responsive and took the time to make sure our stay exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend this property and we are looking forward to returning soon!
Stayed 27 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista W.

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

Great location

We had so much here! Didnt realize how close to the water we were. We even used the kayaks all around the lake. Very roomy, clean, and perfect for us. Thanks for a great stay and fun memories! ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

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

Great Spot for Relaxing

We had a wonderful time staying here! It was about 15 minutes in either direction for a lot of locations we were going to in the area. The amenities were great and at our time of year there was a lot of sticks and such to add to the wood we brought for the fire pit. The water is pretty hard, when we did laundry the clothes we hung dry never stopped smelling metallic and we had to wash again after getting home, but we greatly appreciated there being a washer/dryer and dishwasher with the supplies needed to run them! There were a few spiders visiting inside, which my sister didn't like but didn't bother me. Very pet friendly for the lil doggo we had with us. A wonderful place to stay if you are in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miller J.

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

Cozy and Comfortable

We had a weekend of racing going on in a nearby town and it was so nice to come back and cook a meal and relax out on the deck or down by the water. My husband is in a wheelchair and it is always hard to find a space that he can get around. He was able to navigate the rooms just fine. He needed a little help in the front door, but minimal. Comfortable beds allowed us to get a great nights sleep. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul W.

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

Great getaway

The host went above and beyond on a cpl different items. Cleaned out the garage so I could park my trailed motorcycle inside, let us check in early and was very responsive on both occasions. House was clean and stocked with coffee and welcoming snacks. Plus a bottle of wine on the table. It just so happened to be a bottle that I liked. I did leave a bottle In return of a different wine. Highly suggest visiting The Filling Station for the best burger you’ll ever find. It’s just outside the community. Cons/Suggestions- small roof or awning for back porch area, Thank you for the stay and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

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Hi there! If you’re reading this we probably share the same joy of traveling! I am a very responsive, hands on host. I try to pay attention to the little details in my properties, and enjoy sharing local recommendations. If there is anything you need during your stay, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Looking forward to hosting you soon!

Why they chose this property

The location:

Top-notch location situated right in the middle of everything North Oakland County has to offer! What we love about our location is you get the up north Michigan feels, but your SO close to the neighboring suburbs. "Mandon Retreat" is on a short dirt road (approx. 200 yards) with minimal traffic in a quiet neighborhood. Our home is directly on All-Sports Mandon Lake with the canal right in our backyard! 30 minutes (15 miles) to Pine Knob Ski Resort / Amphitheater, 10 minutes (5 miles) to Alphine Valley Ski Resort, 30 minutes (17 miles) to Mount Brighton, 30 minutes (17 miles) to Oakland University, 25 minutes (12 miles) to Pontiac's northern loop of the Woodward Dream Cruise, within 12 miles of 10 Oakland County golf courses, and less than 10 minutes to 15+ water front restaurants and bars!

About Mandon Lake:

The lake is affectionately known as the "Mighty Mandon", because despite its smaller size all sports are permitted.
With a maximum depth of 18 feet, Mandon Lake is fully capable of having skiing or watertubing. Being a smaller lake, it is private, making it a great place to reap all the benefits of waterfront living in Michigan.

What makes this property unique

**NEW OWNER, 5 STAR VACATION RENTAL FOR 2+ YEARS**

The Space:

What makes the "Mandon Retreat" so unique is the attention to detail. We have a wide range of amenities for year round enjoyment. Inside you have a fully stocked coffee & espresso bar, complimentary snacks, fully stocked open concept kitchen, not one but TWO living rooms for groups of many sizes, board games, 50inch Roku TV, TV's in each bedroom (coming soon), a cozy barstool nook which is the perfect work station or quick dining spot, plenty of room for a group of 6-7 with 1 King, 1 Queen, a pull down sofa roughy the size of a full bed, & 1 large twin day bed in the front living room for privacy at night. Outside you have a beautiful deck with string lights over looking the stunning view Mandon Canal, a sandy beach area, new dock, firepit, BBQ grill, cornhole, and 2 Kayaks for added enjoyment. The entire home has modern, renovated finishes for a cozy & inviting stay!

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