Enjoy lake life with this 4-season, charming home appropriately named The Oar House, in historic Irish Hills, just a short walk to Vineyard Lake. Vineyard Lake is a stunning place to visit year-round. It's a 505 acre all-sports lake, and a winter treasure. It's a known ice fishing destination, with ice cover happening earlier and lasting longer than many lakes in the area. The space The Oar House features a double lot, providing our guests with ample room for barbecues, bonfires, and soaking up the fresh lake air. There's enough parking to bring your boat. The property's accessory building includes a screen room with plenty of seating, and a shed that houses various yard games and supplies. Our guests have access to the public boat launch (no dock access) and park, including play equipment for the kids. The cozy, 1,200 sq. ft. home features four bedrooms (all on the 2nd floor), with sleeping space for 8 guests, one bathroom, a dedicated game and puzzle room, dining room, reading nook with a daybed/trundle for additional sleeping room, and a spacious living room with a large, comfortable sectional couch. The kitchen boasts ample storage for your vacation provisions, including a full-sized refrigerator, gas range, dishwasher, microwave, and a coffee bar stocked with enough supplies to kick your vacation off right. A washer and dryer are available, and there's also a clothes line in the yard for all of your beach towels and swimming suites to dry out. Guest access Guests may enjoy use of the 2 kayaks, gas grill, yard games, and wood bonfire pit on the property. Other things to note The Irish Hills area boasts many beautiful attractions, including over 50 region lakes, sure to please any traveler. The Oar House is located: ~5 miles from downtown Brooklyn - groceries, supplies, shops, and restaurants ~6 miles from Michigan International Speedway (MIS) - NASCAR races, Faster Horses, events ~3 miles from U.S. Hwy 12 - US 12 Heritage Trail Garage Sale Route ~Within 15 miles of the nearest golf courses: Clark Lake Golf Course, Hill's Heart of the Lake Golf Course, Silver Lake Golf Course, Devil's Lake Golf Course, and more ~10 miles from Hidden Lake Gardens - 755 acres of botanical gardens ~5 miles from Walter J. Hayes State Park ~Within 15 miles from nearest wineries - The Winery North of 12, Cherry Creek Cellars, Chateau Aeronautique, and more ~Within 10 miles of scenic hiking trails ~Within 5 miles of historic churches driving tour ~20 miles from Adrian College