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Happy Bungalow: Book Direct! Walk to Town|Gameroom - Auburn Hills

6 guests
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1300 Sqft
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Hosted by Christie
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About this place
Welcome to Happy Bungalow! A charming historic 3BR vacation rental in Auburn Hills, MI with a game room, just steps from downtown, parks & trails!
BOOK DIRECT & SAVE!
Just 10% down to reserve your stay, with flexible payment plans available for the remaining balance!
New to Happy Spaces? We'd love to host you! We welcome returning guests, referrals, and new guests with a positive rental history on Airbnb, Vrbo, or another established booking platform. Guest verification and host approval are required.
Book with confidence! We're proudly owner-managed with 9 years of hosting experience and 500+ excellent guest reviews across all our properties. We encourage you to cross-reference our listings and reviews on Airbnb and Vrbo to verify our reputation and proven hosting history.
OUR LOWEST TOTAL BOOKING PRICE GUARANTEE! Book directly with us for our best available total price. Find a lower comparable total price for the same property, dates, and terms on another platform? We'll match it!
OVERVIEW:
Welcome to Happy Bungalow, our charming 1928 historic home nestled in a peaceful Auburn Hills neighborhood, just a short walk from downtown, Riverside Park, and the Clinton River Trail!
This beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests and features TWO KING BEDS, a private primary loft suite, a dedicated workspace, and a fun basement game room. Enjoy all the comforts of home with thoughtful amenities throughout!
Relax in the spacious backyard featuring a patio for outdoor dining, BBQ, fire table, fire pit, hammock, and yard games. Perfect for families, visiting professionals, and guests looking to explore Metro Detroit!
Conveniently located near I-75 and M-59, Oakland University, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, Pine Knob Music Theatre, and major area employers.
Whether you're visiting family, working in the area, or exploring Southeast Michigan, Happy Bungalow offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comforts!
IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION:
*Minimum booking age recommended: 25
*Not a Party House
*No pets or pet requests
*$300 refundable security deposit authorization (credit card hold) required more than 24 hours before check-in. Charges apply only if damages occur.
SHORT-TERM RENTAL
(1–27 nights)
10% Weekly Discount
MID-TERM RENTAL
(28 nights–3 months)
25% Monthly Discount
NOTES:
Stays of 31 nights or longer may qualify for exemption from Michigan's 6% state use tax, subject to applicable tax requirements. All mid-term rentals require an additional lease agreement and include a complimentary basic cleaning/inspection every two weeks. The final checkout cleaning fee still applies.
Stays longer than 4 weeks require host approval and cannot be instantly booked.
LOCATION:
Only 0.4 miles from downtown Auburn Hills & Riverside Park.
Walkable to the Clinton River Trail 0.3 mi (Paved Rail to Trail - East leads to Rochester and West leads to Pontiac)
1 mile to M-59 Freeway with access to I-75 in another mile via 59.
SLEEPING/BATHS:
1. King Master Loft w/ En-suite Full Bath
2. King Bedroom Main Floor
3. Twin Bedroom (Twin Daybed with Twin Trundle) Main Floor.
* Bedroom 3 doubles as office with desk.
* Pack and Play Available
Full Bath (Main Floor) & Full Bath (Master En-suite)
WI-FI/TV/Entertainment:
High-speed Internet for remote work. Smart Roku TV with streaming options, however you will need to use your own subscriptions for certain applications enabled through guest mode on the Roku TV.
Board Games Available
WORKSPACE:
Large Desk with dual window view in Bedroom 3 with Trundle Twin Beds.
KITCHEN:
Our kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances and tableware for your stay. There is a common pantry and a spice cupboard. You are welcome to use any staples in the cabinets or condiments in the refrigerator if they are available, but we cannot guarantee anything will be there for certain. It all depends on what people use and what people leave.
*Coffee Makers: Both Drip and Keurig styles
GAME ROOM:
Enjoy our fun basement game room featuring ping pong, karaoke, basketball, TV, puppet theater and board games!
LAUNDRY AREA:
Washer/Dryer in Basement.
*Linens/Towels Provided.
GARAGE/BASEMENT CORNER SECTION:
Owner's private storage areas and not included in the rental.
HEATING/COOLING:
Central Heat and Air Conditioning. Guest can adjust with NEST thermostat to meet needs.
BACKYARD AMENITIES:
Fire table, Fire pit, Hammock, BBQ, Cornhole etc...
You will be communicating directly with the attentive & caring property owner and not a management company.
Just 10% down to reserve your stay, with flexible payment plans available for the remaining balance!
New to Happy Spaces? We'd love to host you! We welcome returning guests, referrals, and new guests with a positive rental history on Airbnb, Vrbo, or another established booking platform. Guest verification and host approval are required.
Book with confidence! We're proudly owner-managed with 9 years of hosting experience and 500+ excellent guest reviews across all our properties. We encourage you to cross-reference our listings and reviews on Airbnb and Vrbo to verify our reputation and proven hosting history.
OUR LOWEST TOTAL BOOKING PRICE GUARANTEE! Book directly with us for our best available total price. Find a lower comparable total price for the same property, dates, and terms on another platform? We'll match it!
OVERVIEW:
Welcome to Happy Bungalow, our charming 1928 historic home nestled in a peaceful Auburn Hills neighborhood, just a short walk from downtown, Riverside Park, and the Clinton River Trail!
This beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests and features TWO KING BEDS, a private primary loft suite, a dedicated workspace, and a fun basement game room. Enjoy all the comforts of home with thoughtful amenities throughout!
Relax in the spacious backyard featuring a patio for outdoor dining, BBQ, fire table, fire pit, hammock, and yard games. Perfect for families, visiting professionals, and guests looking to explore Metro Detroit!
Conveniently located near I-75 and M-59, Oakland University, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, Pine Knob Music Theatre, and major area employers.
Whether you're visiting family, working in the area, or exploring Southeast Michigan, Happy Bungalow offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comforts!
IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION:
*Minimum booking age recommended: 25
*Not a Party House
*No pets or pet requests
*$300 refundable security deposit authorization (credit card hold) required more than 24 hours before check-in. Charges apply only if damages occur.
SHORT-TERM RENTAL
(1–27 nights)
10% Weekly Discount
MID-TERM RENTAL
(28 nights–3 months)
25% Monthly Discount
NOTES:
Stays of 31 nights or longer may qualify for exemption from Michigan's 6% state use tax, subject to applicable tax requirements. All mid-term rentals require an additional lease agreement and include a complimentary basic cleaning/inspection every two weeks. The final checkout cleaning fee still applies.
Stays longer than 4 weeks require host approval and cannot be instantly booked.
LOCATION:
Only 0.4 miles from downtown Auburn Hills & Riverside Park.
Walkable to the Clinton River Trail 0.3 mi (Paved Rail to Trail - East leads to Rochester and West leads to Pontiac)
1 mile to M-59 Freeway with access to I-75 in another mile via 59.
SLEEPING/BATHS:
1. King Master Loft w/ En-suite Full Bath
2. King Bedroom Main Floor
3. Twin Bedroom (Twin Daybed with Twin Trundle) Main Floor.
* Bedroom 3 doubles as office with desk.
* Pack and Play Available
Full Bath (Main Floor) & Full Bath (Master En-suite)
WI-FI/TV/Entertainment:
High-speed Internet for remote work. Smart Roku TV with streaming options, however you will need to use your own subscriptions for certain applications enabled through guest mode on the Roku TV.
Board Games Available
WORKSPACE:
Large Desk with dual window view in Bedroom 3 with Trundle Twin Beds.
KITCHEN:
Our kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances and tableware for your stay. There is a common pantry and a spice cupboard. You are welcome to use any staples in the cabinets or condiments in the refrigerator if they are available, but we cannot guarantee anything will be there for certain. It all depends on what people use and what people leave.
*Coffee Makers: Both Drip and Keurig styles
GAME ROOM:
Enjoy our fun basement game room featuring ping pong, karaoke, basketball, TV, puppet theater and board games!
LAUNDRY AREA:
Washer/Dryer in Basement.
*Linens/Towels Provided.
GARAGE/BASEMENT CORNER SECTION:
Owner's private storage areas and not included in the rental.
HEATING/COOLING:
Central Heat and Air Conditioning. Guest can adjust with NEST thermostat to meet needs.
BACKYARD AMENITIES:
Fire table, Fire pit, Hammock, BBQ, Cornhole etc...
You will be communicating directly with the attentive & caring property owner and not a management company.
What this place offers
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Private Garden
Fire Pit
High Speed Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
Desk
Desk chair
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Nearby activities
4 ActivitiesGolf
Cycling
Nature Viewing
Property Suitability
Please review these important guidelines to ensure this property meets your needs and expectations.
Child friendly
Pack and Play, Strap on Booster Seat.
- Children's books and toys
- Baby friendly
- Crib/Pack 'n Play
- High chair
No events allowed
No smoking allowed
Parking Included
Driveway and Car Port. 4 Cars.
Meet the Host
Owners Christie & Clint both work in the healthcare industry. We both love the outdoors, working hard and traveling. Michigan is is our primary residence with Tucson Arizona as our winter escape. "The best things in life are the people we love, the places we've been and the memories we've made along the way!"
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Response Rate
66%
Response Time
within 24 hours
Member Since
December 2023
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Scenic views
Close to Riverside Park and the Clinton River Trail.
Garden view
Location
Village
Getting around
Walkable to downtown Auburn Hills.
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Check-In
4PM
Flexible timing
Check-Out
11AM
Standard
Max Guests
6 People
Min Age
25
Primary renter
Not Allowed
Pets • Smoking • Parties
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