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GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor

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A house with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and string lights.
A kitchen with two wooden shelves holding kitchenware, a coffee maker, and a kettle.
A two-story house with a porch, a front door, and a mailbox.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a washing machine, a coffee maker, and shelves with jars.
A dining room with a wooden table set for four, green curtains, a chandelier, and a cabinet with glass doors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to University of Michigan
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ann Arbor, MI
  • Place, Ann Arbor Hands On Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Michigan
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hill Auditorium
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

First Floor Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Blue Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Green Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor

Step into history at The Blue Arbor, a beautifully preserved 19th-century colonial home tucked into Ann Arbor's beloved Kerrytown neighborhood. As one of the oldest homes in the city, this historic gem actually predates Ann Arbor's official records — and has been quietly collecting stories ever since.

Throughout its long life, The Blue Arbor has worn many hats. It has served as a single-family home, a duplex, and even a music school where countless students once practiced scales and sonatas within its walls. Today, it's been lovingly restored to its original purpose: a cherished single-family residence — and a one-of-a-kind home away from home for travelers seeking something with real character.

What makes The Blue Arbor so special isn't just its age — it's the personality. Steep staircases, gently crooked floors, and original architectural details give the home a charm you simply can't find in a modern build or cookie-cutter rental. Every creak and corner tells a story. Yet inside, you'll find all the comforts you expect from a luxury vacation rental: four thoughtfully designed bedrooms with premium queen mattresses and fresh linens, a fully stocked kitchen, a curated coffee and tea bar, high-speed Wi-Fi, and elegantly appointed living spaces designed for relaxation.

Outside, a spacious tailgate area with a Blackstone grill makes the home a favorite for University of Michigan game-day weekends, family reunions, girls' getaways, and milestone celebrations. And the location couldn't be better — you're a short stroll from Zingerman's Deli, the boutiques and restaurants of Kerrytown, downtown Ann Arbor, and just a leisurely two-mile walk to the Big House.

The Blue Arbor isn't just a place to sleep. It's a chance to live, even briefly, inside a piece of Ann Arbor history — with all the modern luxuries that make a stay truly unforgettable. We hope you'll fall for her quirks the way we have.

STR25-6476

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Considered with prior arrangement and pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Security deposit authorization, signed rental agreement and photo ID are required at time of booking.
Number of guests and pets must be listed in the booking reservation
DOGS ONLY: We strictly allow a maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs. A pet fee applies.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3713142vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ann Arbor

Located on a river, this holiday home is in North Central, a neighbourhood in Ann Arbor. Hudson Mills Metropark and Huron River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ann Arbor Hands On Museum and Power Center for the Performing Arts. Nichols Arboretum and University of Michigan Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Ann Arbor, MI

What's nearby

  • Huron River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ann Arbor Hands On Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Michigan - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hill Auditorium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Michigan Museum of Art - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 5 min walk
  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grizzly Peak Brewing Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lowertown Bar & Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪People’s Food Co-op Natural Foods Market & Deli - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gandy Dancer - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Slows Bar Bq Ann Arbor - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor on 22 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,112, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GO BLUE when you visit UMICH at The Blue Arbor located?

Located in North Central, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Huron River and University of Michigan. Michigan Stadium is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away. Ann Arbor Station is 5 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, our group walked most places. Home has lovely character! We loved our stay here! Host was very easy to communicate with and check in and out was a breeze!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much, Meagan! Glad the location made it easy to walk to most places, and that the character of the home added to the stay. Really appreciate you mentioning check-in and communication too — hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great attention to detail. This host has it all. Fantastic home with close proximity to downtown Ann Arbor, restaurants, Farmers Market, etc. All the comforts of home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much! Glad the location made it easy to get to downtown Ann Arbor and the Farmers Market, and that everything felt comfortable and well thought out. Hope to host you again next time you're back for a Michigan visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful older house. Very nice and perfect for our team to work in the Ann Arbor area of Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks, Spencer! Glad the house worked out well as a base for your team while you were in the Ann Arbor area. Hope to host you all again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay! Beautifully decorated, well-stocked, great location! Communication with host was quick and reliable. Would love to stay during the fall season and enjoy the patio and outdoor area!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much, Roslind! Glad the decor, stocking, and location all came together for an amazing stay. Would love to have you back this fall to enjoy the patio and outdoor space — hope to see you then!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A definite find. Thinking about a second stay in 2027.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks, Fred! Really glad it stood out as a find — would love to have you back for round two in 2027!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

Quick family getaway, house was comfortable and walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much, Mark! Glad the house was comfortable and the location made it an easy walk to downtown for your family getaway. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great amenities, nicely decorated, easy communication with the host, would love to stay at Blue Arbor for our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much! Glad the amenities and decor worked out well, and that communication was easy. Would love to host you at The Blue Arbor next time you're back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home has everything you will need. If you’re a coffee lover this home is for you. Wonderful coffee bar. Very well stocked with paper products, linens, towels, blankets and shower products.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much, Melissa! Glad the coffee bar was a hit — always nice to have that first cup sorted out easily. Happy everything else was well stocked too. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect. Large driveway is good for easy in and out. Clean and well equipped house with nice coffee bar and kitchen. Pots, pans, sharp knives and kitchen utensils are high grade for any cooking needs. It was very a pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much! Glad the location and driveway made things easy, and that the kitchen setup worked well for your cooking needs — we do try to keep things well equipped. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staff communication was quick and professional. WELL stocked- they had everything - plates, silverware, glasses, coffee, sugar, laundry detergent, shampoo- you name it. The beds were comfortable and the rest of the house was well appointed, including board games galore. Top notch experience- highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much, William! Glad the stocking hit the mark — always nice to not have to think about the little essentials. Happy the beds and board games rounded out the stay too. Really appreciate the recommendation, and hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location and great hosts

Had a great time had excellent communication from the host. They had a super cool app that made really easy to see everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much! Glad the location and communication worked out well, and that the app made things easy to navigate. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice stay and great location

Cozy with plenty of rooms and space to visit. Fantastic outdoor area and very well stocked kitchens. And thoughtful touches throughout. Great communication and flexibility that we really appreciated. Walkable to runs, walks, food....Very happy to have found it for our 3 couples to gather.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much! Glad the space worked out well for three couples, and that the outdoor area and kitchen stocking stood out. Happy the location made it easy to get out for runs, walks, and food too. Hope to host you all again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

735 N Main, Ann Arbor

Great location, near train station, downtown & college.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and convenient

Very nicely appointed, with all the bells and whistles. What a great coffee bar. Glad to have the space heaters! Location was ideal for main street shopping and eating
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much! Glad the coffee bar and space heaters came in handy, and that the location made it easy to get to Main Street shopping and restaurants. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kerrytown

This is a lovely house with lots of character. It was very clean. It had everything we could possibly need. Comfie beds and pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodation

Very well appointed. Nice extras. Tv extras included. Lovely bedding. Coffee for days
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy and Cozy

The house and beds were very comfortable and cozy. Best supplied home we have ever stayed at. Coffee station was tremendous - everything we needed for coffee/tea. Perfect location to walk to restaurants/bars downtown. Outside needs a little TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

We loved our stay at Blue Arbor. Perfectly appointed. Everything you could possibly need. Spacious. Our group of 5 enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Thank you for staying with us Kerrie. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and will come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Go Blue House

Awesome location. Clean and comfortable. Great coffee options every morning. The host was excellent in responding to emails about questions we had for dining options within walking distance. Worked well for a guys golf trip to Ann Arbor. I would probably use the same location in the future if we repeat the trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

GO BLUE!

Location was within walking distance to downtown Ann Arbor which was great! The Big House took over a half hour walking. L/R seated four comfortably. The provided coffee was great. The yard needed to be raked of fallen limbs.Linens and towels were nice. TV was great with NETFLIX. Steps going upstairs are very narrow and awkward. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much! Glad the location worked out well for downtown Ann Arbor, and that the coffee, linens, and Netflix access were a hit. Appreciate the note on the yard — we'll get that cleaned up. Glad it didn't stop you from wanting to stay again — hope to host you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Attentive Staff

I really appreciate how the staff managing our property went out of their way to make my family's stay a comfortable one. For instance, the property has a printer but the ink had dried up. Within 24 hours of notifying the staff of this situation, new ink was dropped off at the property. Another example was when my family left, several of our items were left behind. The staff made it really easy for my mother to pick up the items.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much! Really glad we could get that printer ink sorted quickly, and that returning your family's items was easy for your mother too. We always want to make things as smooth as possible. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very busy intersection

This house was clean, there was a smooth check in process and the beds were comfortable. Though we found all the bedrooms to be so minuscule that you could barely fit in a suitcase leaving very little room to walk around the bed or close the door. There are no closets in this house only a few hooks and hangers. So if you have more than a backpack full of clothing this is not for you. Also, there was little evidence in the listing to suggest that this house is at a busy noisy intersection. So noisy that the hosts provided earplugs on each night table. The fire pit, which looks private in the listing photos is sitting in the middle of the driveway surrounded by zero fences or hedges so you are basically sitting right on a heavily trafficked street. And One ply toilet paper. So thin you could see right through It. Luckily for us it was a two night stay with limited time soent at the house
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thank you for staying with us. We do want to clarify a few points for future guests: the listing photos and description do show the fire pit's location and the home's compact and lack of closets — these are accurate representations, not omissions. The possible road noise is also mentioned in our listing details, which is why we provide earplugs as a courtesy. We're glad the check-in process and beds worked out well. As for the toilet paper, we actually stock a high-quality option, so that's surprising to hear — happy to look into it further.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much for the 10/10, Maya! Glad you had a great stay — hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much for the 10/10, Jennifer! Glad you had a great stay — hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thanks so much for the 10/10! Glad you had a great stay — hope to host you again soon!

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Why they chose this property

We chose this property because of its incredible charm and proximity to the University of Michigan. Our son is a student at UM and we are excited to create and share an ideal place for families, alumni and other visitors to stay when coming to Ann Arbor. Go Blue! We enjoy walking to the Big House on game day, and stopping at the restaurants and pubs on the way. We usually stop in at the M Den and buy some swag on our way to the game. We love being so close to everything Ann Arbor has to offer.

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