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A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books, offices
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit

TO EVERYONE LOOKING FOR A PLACE OF REFUGE... we offer our "Sanctuary Inn". We are situated on 3.5 acres surrounded by an additional 83 acres of beautiful old oaks and maples. Yet we are only 15 minutes from Detroit and many other great attractions including Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford, the Detroit Zoo, the Iconic Motown Museum, the world famous Detroit Institute of Art and African American Museum. Still within 15 minutes you will find Belle Isle, Little Caesar's Arena, the oldest farmer's market in the country, Eastern Market, to name just a few.

Property manager

jeanne salkowski & richard burkart

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

A Sanctuary Just 12 Minutes From Detroit Southfield
A Sanctuary Just 12 Minutes From Detroit Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Southfield, MI

What's nearby

  • Lawrence Technological University - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Detroit Zoo - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Royal Oak Music Theatre - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Henry Ford Museum - 22 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Royal Oak Station - 14 min drive
  • Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪CK Mediterranean Grille and Catering (Cafe Kabob) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit located?

This family-friendly vacation home is located in the city center, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lawrence Technological University and Straith Hospital For Special Surgery. DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

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A sanctuary just 15 minutes from Detroit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Great Place for 2 couples. Short drive to Henry Ford Museum. Out of the hustle of the city. Nice private piece of property. Quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

We rented the Sanctuary to have a welcoming place to be able to spend Christmas with family in Detroit. It was perfect. The hosts loaned us some Christmas decorations and we put up a Christmas tree. The flock of wild turkeys was a bonus. We will stay there again when visiting family in Detroit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We felt at home and had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

Location was clean, comfy, and in a really nice location 5/5 stars :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Stayed two nights. Awesome accommodations. Great host. Easy to get a hold of. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

The property was great , lots of room for children. Could use a dishwasher, other than that, a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Very relaxing! Surrounded by beautiful woods & wildlife. Spotlessly clean and the beds are very comfortable. The hosts are so kind & accessible if you need them.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Everything was great, we will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

This property is ideally located to many sites and activities in the Detroit area. The deer greet you upon arrival and throughout the day and night! Jeanne and Richard were very responsive and provided and extra key seeing we were two couple on different schedules, as well as instructions on how the hot water value works side to side (who knew!) A very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

We loved our stay, it’s a quiet, clean and relaxing spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

We had a great holiday at this relaxing home with a wonderful location.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

The location was excellent and the home was very nice. They had all the comforts of home and the extra touches was over the top. From extra toiletries to kitchen supplies and even games for the family! Looking forward to another stay when we come back to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Nice quiet neighborhood with everything close by. House is clean and plenty of room for the three of us. Beautiful large yard with a fire pit and gas grill. Enjoyed are stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We stayed in this pleasant home surrounded by trees and nature. Our hosts were great: friendly and very accommodating, wonderful people. This was our third time staying with them. It's like staying in someone's cool home while they're out. It's not too fussy but comfortable for a family. There's a big dining room table which is great for playing games or making a puzzle. It's nice in the summer, too, and you can enjoy the backyard more then. We saw turkeys, deer, and squirrels. It's cozy during the winder and you can pull up a chair at the gas fireplace to enjoy its warmth. We enjoyed our stay and it's a nice quiet neighborhood. A good find!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We stayed here to experience the NFL Draft in Detroit. The location was perfect and was settled into a quiet neighborhood. Everything we needed was available to make the place a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

A peaceful, beautiful property. The host family was charming, and very helpful. Location was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

This was my second time visiting this property and it was another great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10

A wonderful location, cozy and woodsy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

This was a great experience. Great location, great house with access to all amenities that the host had on the property. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10

We had a wonderful stay! The house was super clean with plenty of room. The yard was amazing! Very peaceful large property with plenty of nature to enjoy. We loved watching the birds and deer. The owners were great. Very helpful and friendly. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again when visiting family near by.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10

The property was located next to some forest land including a pond with wood ducks. A genuine escape from the city. Charming decorations and many items that made our stay easier. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks for the warm hospitality Jeanne!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10

Great overall property. Older home but very well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10

Very cozy, beautiful yard, fire place and wild life great for kids to play and explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Place was very relaxing, quiet and comfortable. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Pleasant and relaxing weekend retreat on a beautiful park-like lot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020