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Summertime Royal Oak Park View!
Located within walking distance of downtown Royal Oak and overlooking Whittier Park. This charming 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home offers a comfortable home away from home! Walk in minutes to downtown Royal Oak's restaurants, music venues, shopping, movie theater, farmers market, library and more. With the central location, you can travel to downtown Detroit in 20 minutes or explore neighboring communities on the Woodward corridor in under ten minutes. Covered porch is a great way to enjoy the night!

Rock House Detroit w 2 Kings Office Designer HGTV
A “magical getaway”, eye candy”, “a respite”, "the best Airbnb ever". Best porch in Ferndale. Ideal location in gorgeous historic Northwest Ferndale with unique homes and tree-lined sidewalks. Great art and rock n roll/eclectic decor. A few blocks to shop, pick up food, dine at one of our many foodie destinations (1/2 mile/8 min walk). Pilot episode HGTV’s “What You Get For The Money”, SEEN Magazine’s “5 Cool Detroit Airbnb’s”, interior design cover story “Detroit News Homestyle” magazine 3x!

*Charming Studio, 3 Doors off Main+Private porch
3 doors off of Main Street, downtown Royal Oak, walking distance to everything Royal Oak has to offer. This 1924 home offers a cozy studio apartment with private entrance at the back of house. The Alfresco dining porch, perfect for enjoying the huge backyard. The fire pit is ideal for taking the chill off in this quiet, peaceful setting. In the morning, walk to BREAD by Crispellis for the best pastry in the area. Super hi-speed internet, 50" 4K Smart TV. Full suites available in the same home!

Sanctuary Studio — Pets Welcome!
Welcome to Sanctuary Studio Unit #2 of a duplex! Featuring a private entrance with no contact check-in. Situated in a prime location in Ferndale, adjacent to Harding Park and minutes from Royal Oak & Downtown Detroit. DOG FRIENDLY! 1 mile from the Detroit Zoo 2 miles to the Royal Oak Music Theatre, Rust Belt Market 11 miles to Midtown, LCA, Comerica Park, & Fox Theatre A great location with easy access to I-696 & I-75. Look for Park Side Studio (front unit #1) if this isn't available.

Detroit Canal Retreat
Secluded hideaway in the “Venice of Detroit”! Perched right on the historic Detroit canal system, this urban tiny house is a cozy retreat for couples or solo adventurers. Whether you’re here to kayak, cast a line, or just kick back with a book and a breeze, you’ll find plenty to love. Located in one of Detroit’s most unique—and real—neighborhoods. This is a revitalization zone with character: some blight, sure, but also a strong sense of community, and a refreshingly diverse, welcoming vibe.

Designer Gem | Hot Tub | Quiet Neighborhood
Step into the spacious 2BR 1Bath designer home nestled just a stone's throw away from the Beaumont Hospital, vibrant downtown area, and many more attractions and landmarks. Explore Berkley and Detroit or lounge the day out in the backyard with the high-end hot tub. The stylish design and rich amenity list will leave you in awe. ✔ 2 Comfortable BRs ✔ Open Design Living ✔ Full Kitchen ✔ Backyard (Hot Tub, Dining, Lawn) ✔ Smart TVs ✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi ✔ Workspace ✔ Free Parking See more below

*Victoriana* - Entire upper King suite@MicroLux
MicroLux micro hotel. Center of it all. Walk to downtown restaurants nightlife all around Walk to a park or 2 or the Detroit zoo! Included with your stay: ✅️Self check in ✅️Free off street parking ✅️Open concept design ✅️King bedroom w new memory foam mattress ✅️Laundry free in suite ✅️Stainless and granite kitchen ✅️Ice maker and water filter ✅️Access to patio with hot tub ✅️Lighted mirror ✅️Heated tile ✅️Netflix ✅️Coffee, tea, breakfast ✅️Mood lighting ✅️Bedding, towels, linens, soap

Modern Mid-Century in Downtown Royal Oak!
Mid-century modern home located in Downtown Royal Oak! Walkable to all of downtown! Clean lines, immaculate, aesthetically peaceful, 3 blocks from the heart of downtown Royal Oak. Fully enclose yard for pets. Family and pet friendly; we have hosted guests here for business and pleasure. Easy access with lockbox code messaged to you for your convenience. We are so pleased that our guests have given us such great reviews. The house is truly charming and location is unbeatable!

Downtown Ferndale- Pink Barbiecore Loft
NEW! Enjoy a themed airbnb experience at this 2bedroom centrally-located downtown Ferndale Loft. Truly unique, perfect for birthday group/bachelorette groups. This trendy "barbiecore" design was intentionally brought to life with a combination of fun whimsical pieces + mature/elegant furnishings and updated fixtures/appliances. This stylish pink airbnb features mix of pastels, both gold and silver metal accents, 2 full length mirrors. Quite literally steps into town.

Fenced yard* King Bed*blocks from Main St+Parks*
"The Dotte" 7 blocks to downtown Royal Oak & minutes to local favorites like the Zoo and Farmers Market. *Fully stocked kitchen *King in the Primary+ TV *Queen in the upstairs + TV * Full/twin bunk + TV *Hulu, Netflix and Disney Plus *Special reading nook upstairs with books and toys. *Pet Friendly home with fenced yard , room to run and pet amenities like bowls, pet gate, dog bags & more *WFH desk & fast WiFi *Lots of local bars, restaurants & parks

Cozy 1 BD Apt | 5 min to Downtown RO
A cozy one bedroom one bathroom unit, less than a mile from downtown Royal Oak. Centrally located right off of Woodward near Birmingham, Royal Oak, the Detroit Zoo and much more- all less than a 10 minute drive. This apartment is stocked with all essentials to make anyone's stay comfortable. Scores “highly walkable” with most errands able to be accomplished on foot. Very safe neighborhood. One parking space in lot + street parking available

Lykke House - 5min Walk to DTRO
Enjoy your visit to Royal Oak in our peaceful and centrally-located place; just a short 5 minute walk from downtown Royal Oak full of a variety of restaurants, bars, entertainment, coffee shops and more! Long stays as well as short stays are welcome! Our place is tucked into a quiet, safe, walkable neighborhood close to many parks, Royal Oak Music Theater, Beaumont Hospital, Detroit Zoo, Downtown Detroit and multiple freeways.
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Destinations to explore
- Point Pelee National Park
- Ford Field
- Little Caesars Arena
- Michigan Stadium
- Comerica Park
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort
- University of Michigan Historical Marker
- University of Michigan Museum of Art
- Pine Knob Music Theatre
- Motown Museum
- University of Windsor
- Lake St. Clair Metropark
- Huntington Place
- The Heidelberg Project
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown
- Fox Theatre
- Kensington Metropark
- Wayne State University
- Renaissance Center
- The Ark
- Hart Plaza
- Detroit Historical Museum
- Masonic Temple
- Great Lakes Crossing Outlets





