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Serendipity Woods — 5 Private Acres (North of Rochester Hills)

Serendipity Woods — 5 Private Acres (North of Rochester Hills)

Leonard, Michigan

Unfenced

5 acres

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Hosted by Serendipity W.

Fencing

This spot is unfenced

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Note from host

The property includes grassy areas, gentle hills, and wooded sections with wetlands across about 5 acres.Dogs must remain on leash or under full voice or remote-collar control at all times.The space is best suited for dogs who stay close to...

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Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

unfenced

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other peopleSometimes

Private entryYes

Amenities

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Woods

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can

Pricing

10 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Leonard, Michigan

Description

Welcome to Serendipity Woods, a peaceful 5-acre retreat in Leonard, Michigan — just 20 minutes from Rochester Hills and Oxford. This secluded Oakland County property offers a blend of open grassy areas, gentle hills, and wooded trails surrounded by about 50 acres of forest. It’s ideal for leashed walks, decompression time, or well-trained dogs under reliable voice or remote-collar control who enjoy nature and room to roam. You’ll have the property completely to yourself during your visit. Our own pets are kept indoors, ensuring a quiet and private experience. Relax on the covered porch, listen to the birds, and take in the fresh country air. In winter, guests love snow walks and playtime in the open meadow. --- 🗓️ ** Availability ** We are new to sniffspot and currently have operating hours of 11 - 3 pm Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday. If you'd like to request another time, please feel free to message me. --- 🌳 **Features** * 5 private acres of grass and woods * Quiet, natural, and fully private setting * Covered porch with seating * Year-round access (great for snow play!) * Easy access off a quiet dirt road * Frequent wildlife and bird sightings * Near Rochester Hills, Oxford & Lake Orion --- 💬 **Host Note** This is a relaxed, natural property meant for dog owners who appreciate privacy, space, and the outdoors. Please message before booking if you have reactive dogs, special needs, or would like a quick orientation before your first visit. --- ⚠️ **Important Notes** * No fencing — dogs must remain on leash or under full voice/remote-collar control. * Terrain: grassy, gently hilly, and uneven in spots. * Surroundings: we all that guests stay in the open areas. Beyond the treeline there’s a small lake on one side and wooded wetlands on the other. The lake is beyond the spot/property line. * Wildlife: deer and wild turkey are seen daily; you may also spot herons, raccoons, possums, squirrels, and songbirds. * Insects & plants: ticks and poison ivy may be present — please use normal outdoor precautions. * Parking: park near the barn, or by the carport in snowy conditions. Driveway and parking are gravel/dirt. * Water: a hose is available except during freezing months. * Guests must clean up after their dogs and stay within the backyard/play area for safety and comfort. 🔒 Security Cameras For safety, wildlife monitoring, and property protection, security cameras are located throughout Serendipity Woods, including the driveway, barn area, exterior of the house, and other outdoor points around the property. We also have indoor cameras inside our private residence, which are used for home security only and do not record or monitor any areas accessible to guests. Some cameras record both video and sound and may be triggered by motion activity. These are standard rural safety measures that help us stay aware of weather, wildlife, and property activity.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

The property features open grassy areas, gentle hills, and wooded sections. The ground can be soft or uneven in places, especially after rain or snow. Beyond our property line, there is a lake on one side and two small wooded wetland areas on others. These are well beyond the treeline and barely visible through the woods. Our five acres are surrounded by roughly 50 acres of forest, providing privacy and natural scenery. For safety, please keep dogs on leash or under close voice or remote-collar control to prevent wandering into adjacent woods. Local wildlife such as deer, wild turkey, birds, raccoons, and squirrels are frequently seen. Coyotes or foxes are occasionally heard or seen in the distance but are uncommon. Insects (including ticks) and seasonal plants such as poison ivy may be present — please use normal outdoor precautions for yourself and your pets.

Extras

Bon Fire15 credits

We have a large firepit and we can prepare a bonfire to stay warm. All you have to do it light it up. Our special fudge striped s'mores are also available in the extras.

Dog Party for 5!150 credits

2 hour party for 5! Make your standard reservation for 1 dog for hours and add this on to include 4 other dogs. Send me a message if you'd like to include more.

Hot Chocolate To Go5 credits

Serendipity Woods hot cocoa, with mini marshmallows in a to go cup to keep you warm!

Host Rules

Minimum visit length

30 minutes

Required advanced notice for visits

16 hours

Max dogs per booking

Additional rules

🐾 Guest Rules for Serendipity Woods 🕒 1. Arrival & Departure: Please arrive and leave within your booked time to ensure your visit remains private. Early arrivals or late departures may overlap with our pets or other guests. 🚪 2. Access & Parking: Park near the barn, or by the carport if there’s snow. Head toward the backyard area to begin your visit. 🦮 3. Leash & Control: The property is not fenced. All dogs must remain on leash or under reliable voice or remote-collar control at all times. 💉 4. Vaccinations: All visiting dogs must be up to date on core vaccines (Rabies, Distemper, Parvo). Bordetella is recommended but not required since visits take place outdoors. 💩 5. Clean-Up: Please clean up after your dog and take waste with you or dispose of it in the designated bin if provided. 🐕‍🦺 6. Resident Animals: Our dogs and cats are kept indoors during visits. Please do not approach or attempt to meet them. 🌳 7. Property Boundaries: Please stay within the backyard and open field area. The woods beyond our property line include a lake and wetlands and are not part of the guest area, as there are some old bits of fencing still out there along the treeline. 🐾 8. Safety: Natural terrain may be uneven or soft. Wildlife such as deer, turkey, raccoons, and birds are common; coyotes and foxes are rare. Insects (including ticks) and seasonal plants such as poison ivy may be present—please take normal outdoor precautions. ☀️ 9. Weather: Visits are welcome year-round. The hose is available during warm months but turned off when temperatures drop below freezing. ❤️ 10. Respect the Land: This space is shared with local wildlife—please enjoy quietly, leave no trace, and help us keep Serendipity Woods a peaceful retreat for all.

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules

	Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
	Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
	Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
	Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
	Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
	Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies

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Meet your host

Serendipity W.

Joined in November 2025

🐕 **About the Host** Hi, I’m Iris! I live here at Serendipity Woods, a peaceful 5-acre property tucked away in Leonard, Michigan. I work from home full-time and love sharing this quiet little corner of nature with fellow dog lovers who want a safe, private space to explore. I’ve been a lifelong animal person — especially dogs and cats. Our two pups, Joan of Barc (a clever, vocal Border Collie) and Benny (our gentle Great Pyrenees), are both fixed, up to date on vaccines, and usually relaxing indoors during guest visits. When I’m not working or spending time outside with them, I love mid-century design, photography, and watching the wildlife that wanders through our woods — from deer and wild turkeys to herons and songbirds. Serendipity Woods is meant to be a calm, natural retreat for dogs and their people. I hope you and your pups enjoy it as much as we do! 🐾

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