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Welcome to Charlevoix- your home away from home!
Beautiful modern kitchen, fully stocked
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Ready to relax you :)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Room 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Guest Room 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Guest Room 3

1 Queen Bed

Guest Room 4

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic 1882 Farmhouse / 5BR / Driveway / Boat Rental / Sleeps 12 / Fenced Yard

Welcome to the Garfield House, built in 1882 and full of authentic character & charm.
(one of the oldest homes in downtown Charlevoix)

5 Large Bedrooms, 2 full size wood cribs, 2 Sound Machines, 1 Baby monitor, Thule double jogger & beach toys, coolers, many baby accessories.
Bring the entire extended family. Less to pack when you choose any StayCharlevoix property.

Let us host you, you just relax and enjoy with StayCharlevoix.

Perfect for families, this beautifully preserved home offers plenty of space, comfort, and kid-friendly features—plus a main floor Queen master suite (no stairs)

Park in our private DRIVEWAY & walk downtown 3 blocks away.

5 Large Charming Bedrooms

***Two full size Wood Cribs onsite

2 Full Bathrooms

Pool Table & Two Living Rooms, Cozy back patio with New Webber BBQ Grill.

Designed with Young Families in Mind
Our home is a favorite for guests with little ones – and it's easy to see why! The fully fenced backyard and gated front porch offer peace of mind while kids play safely. We provide a wide array of child-friendly amenities so you can pack light and relax:

2 Pack 'n Plays

2 Sound machines

1 Baby monitor

Highchair, toddler table seats

Stroller, wagon & Jogger onsite

Tons of kids’ games and outdoor activities

Please Note:
As an original 1882 Farmhouse, the upstairs staircase is steeper than modern building standards. The upstairs bathroom is 1882 original and features an authentic Iron Claw-Foot tub, which has limited standing room inside the tub.

We invite you to read our all our guest reviews on both platforms we’re proud of the experience we offer and can’t wait to host you!

STR License #20-00013-01

***PONTOON BOAT on South Arm Lake Charlevoix rental available, Daily & Weekly, message me for more information.

***Private Concierge Service Available
As part of the Stay Charlevoix collection, we offer Substantial Guest Services to make your stay seamless, accommodating and memorable.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

100% Kid friendly home, lots of children features

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No place onsite

*** House MAXIMUM 12 people onsite unless confirmed by me / owner in writing prior. Security Deposit is $2500 and will be Forfeit if violated.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 20-00013-01
Property # 9478509
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. North Seas Gallery and Charlevoix Circle of Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal and Mt. McSauba Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Artform Fabricating and Castle Farms. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Mushroom House - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Charlevoix - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Michigan Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Charlevoix Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪B.C. Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Harbor View Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Charlevoix Dairy Grille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪JAX - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1882 Farmhouse / 5 Large BR / Private Driveway / Boat Rental / Sleep 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic 1882 Farmhouse / 5BR / Driveway / Boat Rental / Sleeps 12 / Fenced Yard?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic 1882 Farmhouse / 5BR / Driveway / Boat Rental / Sleeps 12 / Fenced Yard on 6 June 2026 start from NZ$1,602, 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 Historic 1882 Farmhouse / 5 Large BR / Private Driveway / Boat Rental / Sleep 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic 1882 Farmhouse / 5 Large BR / Private Driveway / Boat Rental / Sleep 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1882 Farmhouse / 5 Large BR / Private Driveway / Boat Rental / Sleep 12?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1882 Farmhouse / 5 Large BR / Private Driveway / Boat Rental / Sleep 12 located?

This family-friendly Charlevoix holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of North Seas Gallery and Lake Michigan. Charlevoix Circle of Arts and Mushroom House are also within 15 minutes.

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. 38 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Great place

Great place, very spacious, close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique renovated farm house, lots of character. The stay was very good, no problems.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra T.

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

Great family stay

We loved our stay. Was exactly what we needed for our ski getaway. The 2 living rooms were great for traveling with kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you so much Kendra! Please reach out before your next trip north, I offer a repeat customer discount. Have a wonderful 2022 :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime W.

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

Great vacation spot!

We had a wonderful time here! The house was perfect, lots of amenities and close to EVERYTHING! Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you Jaime, please contact me before next reservation, i offer all my repeat guests a different rate. thank you again for choosing our home. safe travels south!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bayhill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nicely remodeled historic home. Lots of sleeping areas, close enough to walk to town & the beach and the kitchen was great & fully stocked. The pool table kept our teenagers entertained. An overall great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and great location. Upstairs bedrooms are tough to access for older or larger people! Overall very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is an excellent property for a family or group. It's obvious that the property is well maintained and cared for by its owners. In fact, there were thoughtful touches throughout this charming house--including a nice bottle of wine! The kitchen is well equipped and stocked with convenient dry goods. This house would be a really nice place to stay with children. Overall, the attentive owner and his excellent properties made for a wonderful weekend for my son's wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali S H.

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

Wedding Stay

Great place, super responsive owner! Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

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

Great week

Exactly what we were looking for. Comfortably slept lots of folks close to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Excellent for a large group

Nicely updated home. Good for a large group. Host was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you Michelle, It was a pleasure hosting your group, book directly with me next trip and save all the fees. Love to host you again! Safe travels south
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann J.

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

The perfect spot

Our family had a wonderful time during our visit to Charlevoix for a wedding at Castle Farms. This home provided the perfect spot for us with plenty of space for everyone and a central location that was convenient to the downtown area, the wedding venue, and many other great places to visit. Our host was quite gracious and very responsive to our questions and requests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake R.

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

Well stocked and clean rental

We had a great time and enjoyed the proximity to downtown. The house was super clean and well stocked with items to make the stay better. The bedrooms were great, only thing that would make it better would be a shower in the upstairs bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks Jake, We try to make it as comfortable for travelers as possible. Pasta and Vino waiting for you. LOL I wish we could expand upstairs bathroom, its an 1890s Style Tub and Hand-Shower. Love to host you guys again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Great house close to everything

We came to Charlevoix for our son’s wedding. House is close to castle farms and downtown. Easy walk to restaurants, lighthouse, and mushroom houses. Well stocked kitchen and lots of towels! Would definitely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
thank you so much! please contact me prior to next trip, i have a different rate for repeat guests. Safe travels south.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdelwahab

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The homeowner was excellent. Responsive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Memorable

We came to Charlevoix for our daughter’s wedding at Castle Farms. The Garfield was a perfect location. We also enjoyed the character and cleanliness of the house. Joseph was great at responding to our questions once we arrived. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you so much Jennifer! You made my day! We’d love to book with you directly next trip, come back to any of our charlevoix properties! Summer In northern michigan is amazing!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen V.

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

Wedding Weekend

The house was super convenient to the wedding venue. It was clean, well decorated and the host Joe was super easy to communicate with. The one negative would be having only one proper shower, but the good definitely outweighed any small issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 December 2024
Thank you so much, Kristen. It’s a very competitive market up here and we pride ourselves on being fantastic hosts for our guest. We keep only the finest quality amenities onsite. We never take for granted our guests and their ability to choose other homes for their stay. Thank you for choosing the Charlevoix area to spend your vacation; the community and I both thank you. please come back and see us again soon. Safe travel south
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Place walking distance to everything in Charlevoix

What a great place for a vacation. I rented this home for my extended family. We were in town for a wedding at Castle Farms. This home was absolutely perfect. The home is beautiful, is decorated nicely, has comfortable beds , had plenty of room and was walking distance to everything in Charlevoix. The owner called to make sure everything was OK too- which was great. I Highly recommend this place and host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

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

5-Star Plus!

This wonderful, historical home was immaculately clean, fun for our family of 10, with 3 small children, and a teenager. Between the game room and living room activities to food preparation in the well equipped kitchen for our army, we loved everything about this farm house. This home is supplied well as if we were home and never left. We have experienced hosts with many years of vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney R.

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

Wonderful Home and Host

Our party was a group of adults traveling to be in our friends' wedding party. The house was amazing. Very lovely and clean, not to mention stocked to heck. We didn’t want for anything while we were there. It was perfect for a group of twenty-something professionals to wind down after celebrating our friends' union. I would absolutely pick this place again if given the chance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
Thank you so much Sydney for the wonderful review. I take great pride and ensuring that our guests have a wonderful stay at our home while we host them. Folks travel from far away and spend their hard earned money to be in this community and I think it’s imperative that we show them the absolute best in amenities and features onsite.
Verified

8/10 Good

! P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

House was nice, loved location and the character of the inside of the house. Hard to only have one shower and did not realize air was window air conditioner. Also, felt outside of house needs to be cleaned up. It was great to be able to make meals and grill outside!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for choosing our home. Yes, we try to stock everything in our kitchen you’ll need for a nice home cooked meal. The outside landscaping is a never ending battle, hard to keep pristine during busy summer months with guests onsite. Safe travels south!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

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

Joseph was very helpful!

The owner was incredible! I had some questions when I arrived and he responded right away. The home is a restored 1890s farmhouse, very nicely done. I give this home a 5 star rating because of the owner. The home could use another bathroom and central air but not a huge deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you so much Melissa !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

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

Everything was provided!

Wonderful stay. So well equipped from strollers and toys to pool table and music system. Kitchen was spacious and modern with everything we needed for several large family meals. The ‘old house’ charm and quirkiness added to the fun. The two bathrooms sufficed and the upstairs clawfoot tub with handheld was great for the littles. Another shower in addition to the one downstairs would help for the adults. Location is prime while being away from downtown noise at night. Everyone agreed we would enjoy another stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you so much Linda, we truly pride ourselves on being platinum 5 Star hosts for our guests. We try our very best to ensure a fantastic vacation onsite at our homes. All of our homes are truly turn-key designed for families and children. Please reach-out prior to next trip North, We offer a nice discount on repeat guests. Safe Travels South!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay

First and foremost, Joseph was the most responsive and welcoming host. It was a very hot week and he made sure each room was comfortable. Kitchen was very well stocked. The house was fine. Only one standing shower but our friends used the hand held in the bath and were happy. Appliances and grill were fine. Easy walk into town and lighthouse for sunset Would come back
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you so much Richard, We sincerely appreciate the review and kind words. We love sharing our home with wonderful new people; it’s very rewarding and exciting! You had a really hot week, we don’t normally see 90F in Charlevoix but I imagine this will become more frequent in the coming years. Sad new reality of our Planet. Safe travels south! Please stay with us again! We have other properties in Charlevoix county.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juli C.

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

Charlevoix

This rental was the perfect location for us to stay in for my sons wedding at Castle Farms. Joe communicated very well with me. He even let us check in early. The only downfall we had was unfortunately our car alarm went off when we came back late at night and took us some time to get turned off. The neighbors called and complained to Joe. I felt really bad and thought that was uncalled for. They have a noise ordinance after 9 and they don’t mess around.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you so much for choosing our home Juli. Yes, omg Charlevoix is so serious about their rules with Short-term rentals. It’s a major headache for us property owners. Please message me before your trip north id love to host you again at one of our charlevoix properties. Discount for repeat guests:) safe travels south.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Fantastic Stay, Great Location

Had a great stay, plenty of space for a big family, lots of historic charm, and very kid friendly! My 4 year old nephew had a great time playing hide and seek in the house. I also appreciated the close proximity to shops and restaurants downtown, quite walkable if you can handle we the uphill climb on the way back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you So much Greg, really appreciate the through review of our property. Please book with me again directly, nice discount plus no fees. We would love to host you again. have a wonderful 2023.

About the host

Hosted by Joseph Landis

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Joe, Val, Remi, Lucia and Rocco we are a pure Michigan family :) we love our beautiful state and enjoy sharing it with guests from all over the world. Michigan has so much to offer and enjoy.
All seasons all ages of fun :)
Please visit our Website at StayCharlevoix.org we have additional Charlevoix properties to host you.

Why they chose this property

This home is historical and memorable, truly a charming and cozy retreat. 5 large bedrooms with high ceilings and a awesome rec room to enjoy the later hours of night. Sonos Wifi music in three rooms, Sound Bars under both Smart TVs and a beautiful modern kitchen.

What makes this property unique

5 LARGE Bedrooms, tons of Child features & 3 blocks from downtown business district and fun

Languages:

Spanish

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