10/10 Excellent
Linda R.
13 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Inhabit A Hobbit House!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 467 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Charlevoix, MI
- Mushroom House3 min walk
- Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal8 min walk
- Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach5 min drive
- Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)63 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
First Floor Master
1 Queen Bed
Secret Upstairs Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Inhabit A Hobbit House!
Over 450 five-star reviews! Charlevoix’s #1 vacation rental!
Architect and dreamer Earl Young created a magical world with his unique and eccentric stone cottages in Charlevoix. Half House is absolutely one of the most adorable homes you will ever see! Now you can experience it for yourself. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse and breathtaking sunsets just outside your door. Half House is an easy two block stroll to the quaint village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining, marina, ferry, drawbridge and music in the park.
Everything you will need for a comfortable vacation is included: luxurious cotton bed linens and towels, firewood and kindling, free wireless internet, books, music, Roku smart flatscreen TV with streaming channels and DVD player, kitchenware, beach chairs, plus an endless supply of hot water! Not to mention the spectacular view of majestic Lake Michigan! This cozy two bedroom home accommodates four guests quite comfortably. Relax!
Sorry, no pets allowed. Please note that Half House has no central air conditioning. The earthen stone structure and steady cool breeze blowing in over the cold waters of Lake Michigan keep the home comfortable. We also provide fans in every room.
Need more space or your dates aren't available? Check out our other Charlevoix waterfront listing in historic Boulder Park:
Bluewater | Lake Michigan Cottage - Vrbo # 1205070
Just type the listing number into the Vrbo Search box!
Architect and dreamer Earl Young created a magical world with his unique and eccentric stone cottages in Charlevoix. Half House is absolutely one of the most adorable homes you will ever see! Now you can experience it for yourself. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse and breathtaking sunsets just outside your door. Half House is an easy two block stroll to the quaint village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining, marina, ferry, drawbridge and music in the park.
Everything you will need for a comfortable vacation is included: luxurious cotton bed linens and towels, firewood and kindling, free wireless internet, books, music, Roku smart flatscreen TV with streaming channels and DVD player, kitchenware, beach chairs, plus an endless supply of hot water! Not to mention the spectacular view of majestic Lake Michigan! This cozy two bedroom home accommodates four guests quite comfortably. Relax!
Sorry, no pets allowed. Please note that Half House has no central air conditioning. The earthen stone structure and steady cool breeze blowing in over the cold waters of Lake Michigan keep the home comfortable. We also provide fans in every room.
Need more space or your dates aren't available? Check out our other Charlevoix waterfront listing in historic Boulder Park:
Bluewater | Lake Michigan Cottage - Vrbo # 1205070
Just type the listing number into the Vrbo Search box!
Property manager
Bill Thom
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the home.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Charlevoix
Charlevoix is home to this cottage. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Boulder Park Nature Preserve. Ready for a night out? Consider Castle Farms and Lavender Hill Farm. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
Charlevoix, MI
What's nearby
- Mushroom House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Charlevoix Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
- Castle Farms - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Dairy Grille - 16 min walk
- B.C. Pizza Charlevoix - 4 min drive
- Bridge Street Tap Room - 6 min walk
- The Villager Pub - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Russell M.
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Half House
Russell M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage close to beach
Emily S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary Jane C.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway weekend
Mary Jane C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brad B.
29 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Place to Stay
Brad B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jonda M.
30 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming & Cozy Home
Jonda M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda K.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mushroom House with all the charm
Rhonda K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gin H.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
History and Whimsy
Gin H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
28 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Paul S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelly F.
28 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hobbit house
Shelly F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brenda G.
13 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Awesome!
Brenda G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca B.
17 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy winter weekend
Rebecca B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jay D.
10 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Jay D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily J.
27 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best
Emily J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nancy N.
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential Charlevoix Experience!
Nancy N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynnell F.
8 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, old school, great location!
Lynnell F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Sandra N.
9 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Half House
Sandra N.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly S.
8 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place with beautiful view of Lake Michigan.
Kelly S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
amanda b.
23 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mushroom Magic
amanda b.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachel P.
19 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful
Rachel P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
9 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charlevoix Weekend
Lisa G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allie D.
20 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway!
Allie D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cassandra S.
16 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute!
Cassandra S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
15 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming piece of Charlevoix history
Amy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
BRIAN W., Columbus
13 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
BRIAN W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Bill Thom
Book with someone you can trust! I was raised in Michigan and fell in love with the charm & natural beauty of 'Up North' many years ago. Our family spent summers in Charlevoix, but now my four children are grown and scattered across the country from Florida to Washington. It's your turn to experience the wonder of Half House!
Why they chose this property
I have been a homeowner in Charlevoix for over twenty five years. I purchased Half House in 2001 and quite frankly, I couldn't believe it was for sale! It is perfectly located directly across from the beach and just two blocks to downtown.
What makes this property unique
I love the quirky eccentricity of this fairytale home. It has so much history and character; thoroughly enchanting! I am pleased to now be able to share it with you.
Charlevoix STR License # 20-00012-01.
Charlevoix STR License # 20-00012-01.
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