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9 LAKEFRONT & LAKEVIEW COTTAGES TO CHOOSE FROM!

(6 cottages are on 100' of private beach & 4 acres of land)   810-359-7774

LEXINGTON, MICHIGAN         OPEN YEAR ROUND!   

A-1 Lexington

North Cottages

 

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COTTAGE 1

Lakefront

COTTAGE 2

Lakefront

COTTAGE 3

Lakefront

COTTAGE 4

Lakeview

COTTAGE 5

Lakeview

LAKEFRONT

COMMON AREAS

COTTAGE 6 Currently Unavailable

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South Cottages

SAILAWAY

Lakefront

CASTAWAY

Lakeview

TIMEAWAY

Lakeview

DAYTON

Lakeview

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         A-1 COTTAGE AGREEMENT

You have reserved the ____________cottage for the nights beginning on  _______(4:00 PM check-in or later), and ending on  ________ checking out by 11:00 AM  on  _________.  We ask that you

leave our cottage clean the way you found it when you arrived. 

 You understand and recognize the following conditions of use:

1)  The home is not child-proofed.  However, the cottage/home is provided with reasonable safety and door locks.

2)  The beaches do not have lifeguards on duty.  Guests are responsible for supervision at beaches.   Trash and other items need to be removed from the beach area.    

3)  The cottages and the beaches are not wheelchair accessible.   The north cottages have a ramp to the beach, which takes you 3/4 of the way down to the beach.  Then there is a deck and then about 7 stairs to the beach.  The south cottages have sturdy stairs with a hand rail that takes you to the beach (approximately 10 stairs, then  a landing, then 5 more stairs).

4)  The owners will not be responsible for loss/damage of personal belongings, accidents, or injury anywhere on the property or on the beaches.

5)  Smoking is allowed OUTSIDE ONLY.

6)  No pets will be brought onto the premises without prior permission of the owners.  If permission is granted, dogs must be on a leash at all times when outside.  No more than 1 dog is allowed on each property.  No animals are allowed on the beach per the Village of Lexington and the Huronia Heights Sub-division by-laws.  Dogs can not be left alone to continuously bark and annoy other cottages.  Feces must be removed.  No dogs are allowed on our furniture.  An additional $10 per day will be charged.  No pit bulls or rottweilers are allowed.  This will strictly be enforced!

Any occupant of the cottage or guests using the property by your invitation, agree to abide by the conditions outlined.  We do not allow day guests in any cottage or on the grounds that exceeds the maximum sleep occupancy.  Any cottage that has more guests than what is allowed will be asked to leave without any refund.  Visiting animals are not allowed.  Our cottages are not set up for large groups of people even if it is just for the day.  It is too hard on our septic systems, our cottages and our neighbors.   The maximum allowed is as follows:

Cottage #1 = 8, Sailaway = 7, Castaway = 7, Timeaway = 6, Cottage #2 = 6, Cottage #4 = 6, Cottage #3 = 4, and Cottage #5 = 4.  Thank you for abiding by our policy.  We reserve the right to ask people to leave the cottage and the grounds / yard for not following our policy.  No refunds will be given.

NO MOTOR HOMES, CAMPERS OR TENTS ARE ALLOWED AT ANY COTTAGE.

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We received a payment in the amount of $                with the balance of  $        is due on or before June 1st.  If applicable, please make your check payable to Carol Watson, P.O. Box 552, Lexington, MI   48450.  .  We can also use your credit card on file.  Please email me or phone me at 810-359-7774 to authorize use of your card. 

No security deposit has been received.  You and your family/friends will be responsible for any damage to the premises. 

When we receive and cash your check and/or process your Visa/Master card/Discover Card, you are in agreement and accept our terms and conditions above.   We do not give refunds during July and August unless it can be re-rented.  30 days notice for cancellation is required.  A $25.00 cancellation fee will apply to all cancellations. 

Please do not move the furniture around or take items from one cottage to another including the porch chairs.  Everyone shares the boathouse picnic table and umbrella.  It overlooks the lake.  Everyone shares the deck on the water with the table and chairs.  Please be courteous to others and share.  There are several chairs on the beach for your use. 

We are glad that you decided to choose A-1 Cottage Rentals.  If you have any questions, please feel free to phone us at 810-359-7774!  Please sign our guest book and let us know where you are from and what you did during your time spent at the cottage.  We hope you have a wonderful vacation! 

THE INFORMATION SHEET 

What’s Provided?

Your kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for basic housekeeping during your stay.  There is a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, coffee maker, toaster and microwave.  A variety of dishes, silverware, pots, pans, glasses, cups, and serving bowls are ready for use.  Pillows and blankets are provided.  There is 1 toilet tissue, 1 trash bag, liquid hand soap and dish soap to get you started.   Sheets and towels are available at an additional $7.00 per set.  

South CottagesAll cottages have a living room with cable TV, fully equipped kitchen, full bathroom, furnace/fireplace, porch, fire pit, outdoor table, chairs and a gas BBQ grill.    The Sailaway has 4 bedrooms (1 queen and 5 twin beds).  The yard has horseshoe pits with horseshoes.  The Castaway has 3 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 full bed and 3 twin beds).  The Timeaway has 3 bedrooms (1 queen and  4 twin beds).  The Dayton House has 3 bedrooms (1 queen, 2 full beds, and 1 twin rollaway).  All cottages have a living room with cable TV, fully equipped kitchen, full bathroom, furnace/fireplace, porch/deck, fire pit, outdoor table, chairs and a gas BBQ grill.  

North Cottages:  All cottages have cable TV, fully equipped kitchen including full refrigerator, stove, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishes, glasses, cups, pots, pans, bowls, and silverware.  Each cottage has a  full bathroom, heat source, porch or deck, charcoal grill and gorgeous views of Lake Huron.  The cottages are situated on 4 acres of land and share 100' of private beach.  There are 3 decks on the water with tables and chairs to enjoy watching the boats go by and enjoying the beauty that the lake has to offer.  A fire pit is on the beach for bon fires.  Pillows and blankets are provided.  Sheets and towels are not provided.  Cottage 1 has 1 queen bed, 1 queen sleeper sofa and 2 full beds.  Cottage 2 has 1 queen bed, 3 twin beds and 1 rollaway twin.  Cottage 3 has 1 full bed and 1 full sleeper sofa.  Cottage 4 has 1 queen bed, 2 twin beds and 1 queen sleeper sofa.  Cottage 5 has 2 queen beds.

All beds have mattress pads, pillows and either a blanket or bedspread.  You might also consider sleeping bags, bath/beach towels and additional pillows/blankets if you prefer.    

THE KEY   Will be advised in your email or mailed confirmation 

Check-In / Check-Out

Checkout will be no later than 11 AM on ___________________.  We appreciate your cooperation in respecting this checkout time so we will have enough time to prepare the cottages for the next set of guests.  We do not want to interrupt our guests during the week so we ask that our guests water the flowers (in season), keep the cottage clean and PLEASE PUT THE TRASH  IN THE TRASH CANS AT THE ROAD ON SUNDAY IN THE SAILAWAY, CASTAWAY & TIMEAWAY.   IN THE NORTH COTTAGES (#1-5), PLEASE PUT YOUR TRASH IN THE CANS PROVIDED.   Please leave the key on the kitchen table when you leave.

Bonfires & Barbecues 

The south cottages (Sailaway, Castaway and Timeaway) each have a private bonfire pit in the yard.  The north cottages (#1-#5) share a bonfire pit on our 100' private beach.  You will need to bring your own kindling and logs.  Firewood is available at local stores and gas stations.  Please put water on the fire before going to bed.  There is a BBQ grill with a brush at each cottage.  Please scrape the grill after using. 

Drinking Water

The south cottages have city water.   The north cottages have clear well water. 

Laundry & Clothing  

Temperatures can change quickly near the lake, so bring sweatshirts, jeans, and ponchos.  There is a laundry mat located in downtown Lexington.  

Telephone 

There is no telephone on the property.  There are phones at the Marathon Gas Station located on M-25 kiddy 4 miles south of Lexington.  There are also phones in downtown Lexington.   

Visitors - We do not allow any day guests that exceed the maximum occupancy of the cottage.  We ask that quiet time is from 11:00 pm - 8:00 am.  PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON ANY OF OUR LAWNS - THERE ARE DRAIN FIELDS. 

Suggested Packing List 

bath towels/wash cloths          sheets/pillowcases                dish towels/dish cloths

swimwear                                      beach swim shoes                     beach towels                      

sleeping bags (optional)              jackets/ponchos                         phone card/cell phone

shorts & pants                               trash bags                                  sweatshirts/t-shirts

groceries                                       napkins                                       life jackets

flashlight                                        paper towel                                 kindling/firewood/toasting forks

toilet paper                                   outdoor games                

Things To Do 

Swimming and basking on the beach.  Close by are 2 golf courses, miniature golf, 2 bowling alleys, tennis courts, playground equipment and a park are located at the harbor.  There are vintage shops, pubs, restaurants, and many other shops located in Lexington.  During the summer, there is music in the park free on Friday evenings at 7:30 pm.  Lexington provides a craft fair at the harbor in June (3rd weekend), fine arts street fair downtown Lexington in August (1st weekend), and in September (3rd weekend) in addition to the craft show are the outhouse races are on Saturday and the classic car show on Sunday.  Visit our web site and click on “Things To Do”.  See also www.lexingtonmichigan.org/activities.htm. 

DIRECTIONS:  Take I-94 north/east until it ends in Port Huron.  It will veer to the left and become Pine Grove and M-25.  Travel north for about 16 miles.  The Castaway, Timeaway, and Sailaway cottages are just south of the Marathon Gas Station on the east side of M-25/Lakeshore Road  

THE SAILAWAY 

Elmwood is located about 3 streets south of the Marathon gas station.  The Sailaway is the last house on the left.  It is on the corner of Lakeview & Elmwood.  The address is 7524 Lakeview and it faces the lake.  It is light yellow with slate blue doors and shudders.  There is a red and white lighthouse on the deck. 

THE CASTAWAY & THE TIMEAWAY

Maplewood is located 2 streets south of the Marathon gas Station.  The Castaway is on the south side of the street.  The address is 7480 Maplewood.  It is sage green with red trim.  The Timeaway is on Maplewood on the north side of the street at 7477 Maplewood.  It is a beige color with red trim.  The houses are directly across the street from each other.  

THE NORTH COTTAGES

These 5 lakefront cottages are located 3 3/4 miles north of the Lexington light off of M-25 just before the Beachcomber Motel.  The address is 3627 Lakeshore Rd., Lexington, MI   48450.   Cottage #1 and #2 are on the left side.  Cottage #3, #4 and #5 are on the right side (each cottage is labeled). 

THE DAYTON HOUSE

Located in downtown Lexington across from the Music Theatre water fountain and tap room near the marina.  7333 Huron Avenue (M-90).  It is red in color with greenish shudders.

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING A-1 COTTAGE RENTALS!!

A-1 Cottage Rentals

P.O. Box 546

Lexington, MI  48450

(810) 359-7774

Carol and John Watson

Email:  a1cottages@a1cottages.com

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