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Charming Downtown Royal Oak Home -Walk Everywhere!
Welcome to downtown Royal Oak! This is truly the BEST location in town! Located in the central business district, you're a moment's walk to all Royal Oak has to offer! Built in 1907, this adorable home features historic charm with updates throughout. Stroll to the lively restaurant and bar scene downtown, or cozy up and make use of the kitchen. Spacious dining room, living room with smart TV, large bedrooms with queen beds and cozy bedding, and dedicated office space. Stay with us & enjoy!!

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!

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.

Park Side Studio — Pets Welcome!
Welcome to Park Side Studio (Unit #1) of a Duplex! Located directly next to Harding Park, making it ideal for you to bring your furry companion with you for your stay! Featuring a private entrance with no contact check-in. Park Side Studio has easy access to both I-696 and I-75. It is also... 1 mile from Detroit Zoo 5 minute drive to Royal Oak 15 minutes (11 miles) to Downtown Detroit A great location for work or play! Look for Sanctuary Studio (back unit #2) if this isn't available.

*Luxury Main Street+Walkable+Coolest*
Suite 1 in this charming 3-suite home is a few steps from Main Street in downtown Royal Oak on a tree-lined street of restored Craftsman homes, many in the original color schemes. What could be more fun than staying in a 100-year-old home with all the original details and then going out on the town each night on foot? Enjoy the luxurious Emagine theater and many restaurants and breweries. Need more room? Ask me about additional suites available in the same home and a 10-guest home nearby.

*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

Downtown Royal Oak Gem. Walk everywhere!
Enjoy your visit to Royal Oak in our updated house set up with comfort in mind *Lower unit of house duplex* Fenced in backyard equipped with comfortable lounge furniture and yard games Enjoy a short 5 min walk to heart of downtown Royal Oak where you can enjoy a nice dinner, hang out w/ friends on a patio or spend the afternoon shopping at the local boutiques One block to Royal Oak music theater, short drive to the Detroit Zoo, downtown Detroit, and freeways. Long and short stays welcome

New Charming Rustic House Near Detroit Zoo
Conveniently located near to both downtown Ferndale & Royal Oak, my newly renovated, modern home is the perfect place for all types of travelers. Be in the heart of Detroit in under 20 minutes. Five bedrooms with queen sized beds, work spaces, full bathrooms & a jacuzzi tub, and access to a luxurious large kitchen, living room, laundry, large backyard and free on site parking. Enjoy exciting restaurants, cafes, shops, venues, and nightlife in Ferndale & Royal Oak, & Detroit!

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.

Pretty Art and Cinema Reclining Couches
Ferndale retreat! This home has a living room for five (laying), a pro office, art-filled walls, premium sound, wet bar, and a fully equipped kitchen. Walk or bike to downtown, a brewery, and jazz club. Includes 6 kettlebells, 350 G Wi-Fi, 2 Smart TVs, 2 bikes, a king bed in the basement bedroom, and laundry. Espresso For show only. Baby gate for basement. May need to move wet bar for kids.
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Apartment rentals with air conditioning

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Other great holiday rentals near Detroit Zoo

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Detached Private Bedroom

Neighborhood Beauty: artful & cozy
Destinations to explore
- Ford Field
- Little Caesars Arena
- Point Pelee National Park
- Michigan Stadium
- Comerica Park
- University of Michigan Historical Marker
- University of Michigan Museum of Art
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort
- Motown Museum
- Alpine Valley Ski Resort
- University of Windsor
- Oakland Hills Country Club
- Forest Lake Country Club
- Fox Theatre
- Huntington Place
- Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
- Kensington Metropark
- Hollywood Casino at Greektown
- Pine Knob Music Theatre
- Renaissance Center
- The Heidelberg Project
- Masonic Temple
- Wayne State University
- Hart Plaza




