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Waterfront Home with Spectacular Lake Michigan Sunsets

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Exterior
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Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Charlevoix, MI
  • Place, Bay Harbor Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Bay Harbor Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Lakes Center for the Arts
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Home with Spectacular Lake Michigan Sunsets

Breathtaking views and sunsets from our lake front home that is perched on 140’ of beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline. Our home has four bedrooms and two baths on two levels, with an additional loft area which can be used as an extra living and sleeping areas. We have plenty of space for everyone to spread out, relax, watch tv, play video games, play pool or just read a book.

Relax and unwind as you enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Michigan from our multiple level decks. Bring your kayak or paddle board to thoroughly enjoy the beauty of Lake Michigan, or comb the beach for Petoskey stones.

We are conveniently located between Charlevoix and Petoskey at the end of a quiet street in Bay Shore. Access to biking and hiking trails are located on our street, as well as a community park.

Explore the quaint charm of downtown Charlevoix, or check out the shops and restaurants in Petoskey. Closer to our cottage you can check out the world class golf, shopping, and dining at Bay Harbor

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Booking Traveler must provide a valid Government photo ID within 24-hours of booking.
- Booking Traveler must be part of the group staying in the property.
Guests must answer a series of questions via the Vrbo inbox within 24hrs of booking. Subject to cancellation if unresponsive.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 931378vb
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
Note from host: no
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

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crooked Tree Golf Club and Mt. McSauba Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Artform Fabricating. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Bay Harbor Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • beach near Bay Harbor Marina - 5 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Great Lakes Center for the Arts - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • beach near Bay Harbor - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Crooked Tree Golf Club - 9 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panera - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mi Tequila - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Home with Spectacular Lake Michigan Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Home with Spectacular Lake Michigan Sunsets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Home with Spectacular Lake Michigan Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Home with Spectacular Lake Michigan Sunsets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Home with Spectacular Lake Michigan Sunsets located?

This family-friendly Charlevoix holiday home is located on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Charles A. Ransom Nature Preserve. Crooked Tree Golf Club and Lavender Hill Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 59 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caryn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here several times. Always a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dan g.

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

Great value on Lake Michigan

House was clean, view was amazing and location was perfect!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at the lake house and loved it! It’s the perfect set up for our family with the two floors. Can’t say enough great things!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Sunset

Great location!!! Great home!! Wonderful owners!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home with amazing views. Would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry E.

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

Beautiful inside and out!

We were blown away by the view! The gardens were beautiful and well kept. The inside provided plenty of space for our family and something for everyone. We really enjoyed our stay and hated to leave! Super convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary c.

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

as advertised

clean, well-furnished and well-stocked. great views. responsive host. highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caryn F.

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

The View

Amazing view. Close to Petoskey in and Charlevoix, and lots of activities.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Wonderful!

Loved it all, hard to head home. Kitchen has everything you’ll need. Loft was bigger than pics and basement had tons to do. Warm and inviting home with fantastic views. Quiet area and subdivision and close to bike trail. 70ish stairs down to water but my 70 year old parents didn’t have a problem with them. Will be going back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great architecture, view and amenities. House cleaning had a couple of slip-ups such as left over food left in oven, dishes in dishwasher and sand between the sheets. the last one made us feel kind of dirty but sense we ate out all except breakfast snacks the other two neglected issues were of no consequence. Oh we saw close encounters with two bald eagles and Pileated woodpecker. Sun over the water is phenomenal!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2025
Scott - I am truly disappointed with the conditions you encountered upon your arrival. I wish you would have reached out to contact us, I would have sent cleaning back, or drove up and took care of it myself. Please except my apology and if you ever head this way again reach and I will make things right.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Wonderful Lake Michigan Views

The description for the rental was spot on. We loved waking up in the morning to the crashing of the waves on the beach. Loved the central location between Petoskey and Charlevoix. Property owner was easy to get hold of and very responsive. Already looking forward to our next visit! We would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Our stay

Great property on a quiet dead end road. Just a few things to know before you go, the view is amazing but the beach area is all rocks and there are about 75 stairs to climb down to access the beach. The house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. I would stay again in the future. The host provided detailed check-in instructions and was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well-stocked house with great outdoor space and beautiful view! We enjoyed walking down to the rocky beach (be sure to bring water shoes!) where the water was clear and shallow, although it truly is all rocks, which prevented some of our family from being able to go into the lake. The house had a nice layout for our family to spread out; the main floor worked well for the older adults, while the kids enjoyed hanging out in the basement and loft area. The pool table, ping pong, darts, and other games were a plus! Location was a short drive to downtown Petosky, Charlevoix, and other cute towns and state parks. Checking and out was a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari L.

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

Stunning views and fun, comfortable spaces

We had a reunion of 5 college friends at the house. The space was excellent for our needs. We loved the extensive deck and the million dollar views! The kitchen was well stocked with all the necessary equipment. We had fun playing ping pong and billiards, and watched movies and football on the big screen. Beds were comfortable! We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Heavenly relaxation!

A perfect location between Petoskey and Charlevoix. Property is at the waterline. Well equipped. Even a washer and dryer. Very clean, well appointed and breathtaking sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

Felt right at home!

We had plenty of room for our large group. The kitchen, living areas and bedrooms were very useful. The kids enjoyed the basement and all of the games provided - way more than I thought there would be. But most of all - THAT VIEW AND BEACH! We felt like we belonged right where we were and didn’t want to leave. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Girl Time!

This place is even better than advertised…….the cleanliness, amenities and multi levels of decks for spectacular views was worth every penny!! We had such a great time and rarely left during our stay, but when we did have to leave, anything we needed wasn’t a far drive. With it pretty much in the middle of Charlevoix and Petosky it was very convenient to venture to both cities during our stay…….Tami was very easy to get ahold of, and she answered texts very quickly. I highly recommend this place and surely hope to make it back again one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

great location

The location is quiet and relaxing, yet close to activities. A very good starting point for our range of interests - bicycling; golfing; shopping; sightseeing; wineries. The house was very clean and well appointed. Host was extremely easy to work with and a good communicator. Stairs are not an issue for most adults. Be aware if travelling with small children or mobility challenged. That said - could also stay very comfortably on one level!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

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

Absolute Lake Michigan perfection

This house and these owners were amazing! The views, the private waterfront access, the decks and outdoor space were absolutely amazing. The house was beautiful, very well equipped, and so comfortable. There are 3 levels and plenty of space to spread out. We had two minor issues arise while staying there and the owners responded immediately and arranged prompt repairs and solutions to fix the issues (even on a weekend). There are plenty of games, activities supplied but my kids used the biggest attraction the most which was the lake! Great location and easy access to Petoskey, Charlevoix, Harbor Springs, and the Petoskey Stare Park. Will definitely want to rent this house again next time we are lucky enough to be in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the privilege of staying at this house for 6 nights in mid-August 2025, with 4 adults, 2 toddlers, and an infant. The home was spectacular- the view was amazing, the house was impeccably clean and decorated, and all essentials (and more! were thoughtfully provided by the kind & responsive hosts). Check in/out was easy.The division of the rooms worked out great for our families, and there was plenty to do for everyone. The kids had a wonderful time both indoors and out, spending time on the beach searching for their favorite rocks, wading in the water, or inside playing games & bird/boat watching. The outdoor space was great, between both the large multi level deck and patio area, there was plenty of room to enjoy the spectacular weather. The beach is right outside the house, but do note that it is a very rocky beach, not the most ideal for wading or swimming, but we all managed just fine. I would say the only (minor) drawback to consider is if you or someone in your party has mobility challenges, as the spiral staircase can be tricky to navigate, along with the climb up & down the beach. These are very clearly outlined by the host in the pictures, so it isn’t a surprise. The host has done a lot to mitigate any potential tripping hazards, like stair grips, automatic lights outside, and motion sensor night lights inside. Overall, compared to our other experiences with house rentals up north, this is by far one of the best. We’d be thrilled to rent it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Siblings Getaway

We had the opportunity to get away with our siblings and their significant others for a long weekend getaway. We could not have picked a better home to stay in for four days. While we liked the option of a pool table and tvs, we found ourselves enjoying the entertaining spaces outside and never turned on a tv. We were able to enjoy our morning coffee and conversation on the back deck overlooking the Lake Michigan waves bouncing off the shore. After watching the views for a while, we would venture down to the water line to look for a few rocks, of course petoskeys and fossils were plentiful. Throughout the day, we found ourselves migrating down the deck to the second layer overlooking the beautiful lake view as we had dinner and plenty of laughter. The evenings were filled with breathtaking sunsets just before we migrated into the great room for game nights and laughter into the night. The house itself had everything we could ask for. Comfortable beds, fans, and plenty of privacy. The house was perfectly landscaped, was immaculately clean and beautifully decorated. It was located close in proximity to the quaint towns and wineries, and is located next to a very long biking/walking trail. We enjoyed ourselves and each other so much, we all hope this was the first of many annual trips together. The Smith Family
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

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

Loved this house and location!

My husband and I and 4 kids ranging in ages from 18-22 stayed at this house for 6 nights to attend a wedding in Charlevoix. The location and view were so beautiful that pictures don’t do it justice. Very private and quiet. The house itself is very well equipped and stocked. I’m a self-professed foodie and was very impressed with the kitchen tools, small appliances, utensils and crockery. I was able to cook and bake away and the only thing I could not find was a potato peeler. Kids loved the games room downstairs, the loft upstairs and the beach. The location itself was very convenient to both Petoskey and Charlevoix and there’s a great bike path extending all the way to both towns with unbelievable views. Tami was a great hostess who was prompt to answer our questions. The house guidelines were all clearly documented. The outdoor patios, seating and gas fire pit were all well maintained and very comfortable. Plenty of extra blankets provided. Not a ton of towels but lovely newer washing machine and dryer fully stocked with detergent and fabric softener to wash the towels as needed. The only drawback I noticed was a public access stairway next to the property that draws people going to the beach and parking on the dead end in front of the house. This combined with an open backyard and no gate preventing people from accessing the back of the house, doorwalls, any personal possessions on the decks. Just felt it could have been more secured. Otherwise, it was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Lovely home with a beautiful view. The large deck was a perfect spot to relax.

We enjoyed the rocky beach for collecting and skipping stones. The home is just down the road from a trail through t the woods to the waterfront, as well. It’s nicely located near downtown Petoskey and is a a great place for a family who likes adventures.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

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

Great location

Close to town. Comfortable & quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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Hosted by Tami Brinkel

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