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Gorgeous Charlevoix Home on Lake Michigan!

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Charlevoix Vacation Rental Home | 5BR | 4.5BA | 3,929 Sq Ft | Stairs to Access
Exterior
Interior | Open Layout | Gas Fireplace
Main Living Area
Main Living Area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8365.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Charlevoix, MI
  • Fisherman's Island State Park
    12 min walk
  • Mushroom House
    21 min drive
  • Castle Farms
    22 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 (Main Floor)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (Upstairs Lake View)

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3 (Upstairs Lake View)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Upstairs Rear View)

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5 (Upstairs Rear View)

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Gorgeous Charlevoix Home on Lake Michigan!

Experience the beauty of Charlevoix from ‘Bally Aran Loch’ (Gaelic for home on the lake), a 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom vacation rental house located just 25 steps from the shores of Lake Michigan. This custom-designed timber house comes with 121 feet of private waterfront, breathtaking views, and a series of decks overlooking a stunning coastline! When you’re ready to venture out of the house, there is kayaking, fishing, sailing, and paddle-boarding all within minutes of your rental!

-- THE PROPERTY --

* This property is being professionally cleaned between bookings with an anti-virulent cleaner *

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed, Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 5: Queen Bed

Step off of the small shoreline with natural ‘rock seating’ and Petoskey stones and head upstairs into this beautifully designed custom timber house with high vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring throughout, and a geothermal heating and cooling system. The spacious and open living room features a large sectional couch, gas fireplace, and plenty of windows providing ample natural light and views of Lake Michigan and the Leelanau Peninsula.

Off the living room sits a large, fully equipped kitchen with plenty of counter space, bar seating, and a polished-stone topped kitchen island. The room includes a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, microwave, and an automatic dishwasher.

The adjacent dining area features a large table set for 8, and is situated next to a huge window, from which you can enjoy stunning lake views.

Head down to the basement to find a game room, which includes a full-sized pool table, and foosball table. There is also a large, plush couch in the space, perfect for relaxing between some spirited games.

When you’re ready for some fresh air, head to one of the house’s spacious decks that comes thoughtfully complete with a porch swing, a charcoal grill, and table seating. There is also easy access to the lake and a lush yard, perfect for outdoor activities or a campfire overlooking the lake.

-- THE LOCATION --

Step into the beauty of Lake Michigan from this beautiful house, located just 15 minutes from the heart of Charlevoix. Just a 1/2 mile away, you’ll find Fisherman’s Island State Park with sprawling white sand beaches for launching kayaks or strolling down miles of beach.

When it’s time to go into town, you’ll find no shortage of attractions in Charlevoix. From golf courses, craft beer and wineries, to historic Ernest Hemingway sites and Castle Farms and orchards, this town has enough to keep even the most selective vacationers entertained. The area also features multiple dining and shopping options, as well as stunning gardens and multiple seasonal events.

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- No campfires, bonfires or use of fireworks allowed
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property has a strict max occupancy of 8 guests and is enforced by the local township government. This applies to any additional overnight guests. Please respect and comply with the local township government
- NOTE: Excessive noise is prohibited at all times. Township quiet hours are between 10:00 PM and 9:00 AM. Guests who fail to respect the designated quiet hours or generate noise complaints could be subject to eviction from the property
- NOTE: This property is located within a year-round lakeshore community and is more suited to groups looking for a peaceful, restful experience. The community requires noise control measures and has designated 'quiet times' at night (after 10:00). This place is ideal if you're looking to recharge in a peaceful idyllic place on the big water, but unsuitable for disruptive/noisy parties
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Consider Castle Farms for a night out or Artform Fabricating if you're travelling with kids. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Map
Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Island State Park - 12 min walk
  • Mushroom House - 21 min drive
  • Lake Charlevoix - 21 min drive
  • Castle Farms - 22 min drive
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bier's Inwood Brewery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Antrim Dells Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Medicine Ranch - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Charlevoix Home on Lake Michigan! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Charlevoix Home on Lake Michigan!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Charlevoix Home on Lake Michigan!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Charlevoix Home on Lake Michigan! located?

This family-friendly Charlevoix holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Fisherman's Island State Park and Lake Michigan. Charlevoix Beach and Torch Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rada I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Views and Spacious
We had a great time at the property. It was spacious and the views of the lake were amazing. Downside is getting down to the water -the steps were steep which was not easy for smaller children or the elderly. Also the master bedroom gets very hot on warm days and the AC doesn't quite work in that room (the rest of the house was able to get cool). Definitely in need of some upgrades including some easy fixes like new mattresses, bedding. But overall we enjoyed our experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration
This was an excellent location to travel this area of Michigan. The home met all our needs and was a very relaxing setting. We would highly recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dayna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Beautiful home and sunsets over the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Beautiful lake house
Great location and beautiful! Spacious, peaceful and roomy enough for a larger group. Spent tons of time outdoors enjoying the view, sounds of the lake and the amazing sunsets!! Thank you for sharing your lake house with us!

8/10 Good

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay with great views! Reason for 4 not 5 stars
We enjoyed our stay at this property very much. Beautiful views of lake ( although we had rough weather for all 5 days of our stay). Loved the open up north feel of property and we all had our private spaces to retreat to. The large kitchen table was the hub of activity through much of our stay - beautiful! The owner was very responsive to a special request we had once we were staying there. Reasoning for 4 stars and not 5 -Only negative is pricing. We booked this rental last November for an out of town extended family get a way. As time got closer to our stay, I noticed the price dropped dramatically along with the exorbitant extra fees. I contacted both property management, VRBO and owner. Did not hear back from VRBO and property management until day before we were to arrive. All would not budge on pricing. This was not what we expected, as we were not staying quite at peak season and as it got closer to peak, pricing was so much lower. I may think twice prior to booking again, even though property was very nice and ideal size - due to feeling taken advantage of.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
Perfect location to explore the area- Charlevoix, petowy, Mackinac Island, Traverse City, Gish Town, Sleeping Bear Dunes. Come back in the evening for a peaceful spot at the house! Everything you need is here. Although the water was high, it was easy to walk on the rocks and get in the water to look for stones! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Deb

Nice Place to Stay
The house was very clean and had everything we needed for a fun stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy Sanville 1.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As Advertised
It was perfect. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Lakehouse
The deck and view is amazing. What a wonderful way to wake up. We got in the water and stood on the big rock. We found a few Petoskey stones. We had Friske donuts, Dairy Grille and did many more things around Charlevoix area.

10/10 Excellent

Martin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Amazing property, amazing view. The rocks below are absolutely gorgeous. It's like a mini-national pictured rocks lakeshore. Lots of spacious rooms and seating area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Great location
This house is in a fabulous location. It overlooks Lake Michigan and the area is very quiet, so you can open all the windows and let a great breeze blow through. You can even leave the windows open at night and listen to the waves and the trees rustling. (There's no AC but you don't need it with the windows open.) There wasn't any beach at the bottom of the stairs when we were there (lake levels were high), but there is an awesome beach just a half mile down the road and we built sandcastles and played in the waves. (A bit cold for me but the 4-year old loved it.) We drove into Charlevoix and walked around the wharves and shops and that was fun too.

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The house is very nice and the location is awesome. The house overlooks the lake and there was a wonderful breeze almost all of the time. You can open all the windows and listen to the waves and the rustling of the trees. The neighborhood is friendly and quiet. There is a terrific beach which is just a half mile down the road, and there were very few people at the beach -- no crowds. We also drove into Charlevoix and walked around and that was fun too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Great getaway for 2 families
The house was huge and had amazing views! The layout was also perfect for two families with kids -- two bathrooms and two bedrooms each on either side of the stairs on the second floor made for nice privacy, while the main living area on the first floor was spacious and great for hanging out as a group (and the kids loved playing pool and foosball in the basement while the grownups hung out in the living/dining area). House was super clean and the kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans, etc. Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The NJ four
Four of our friends from NJ who had never been "Up North" went with us to this beautiful lake home. They loved it and already talking about coming back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful relaxing stay
Property was beautiful....TV's should be upgraded to smart tv's but other than that it was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Charlevoix stay
Nice large home with plenty of bathrooms. There were 6 of us, 3 couples who stayed here. We each had our own bathroom which was very nice. There is a large table in the dining area that can accommodate 10. The great room is plenty big for a large group and you don’t feel like you’re on top of each other. We did have an issue with the TV the first night but the hosts went above and beyond and got it fixed for us! This home is a good location if you’re headed north or down to Traverse City. There is no beach due to lake levels being high but there is a very nice beach within walking distance. Really enjoyed our stay. Thank you Tracey and Jim!!

10/10 Excellent

Beth/Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charlevoix stay
Had a great time in Charlevoix. This house is a nice location if you’re looking to do both Charlevoix and Traverse City. There is no beach at the moment due to high lake levels but there is a nice local beach that is walking distance. The hosts were very accommodating! I highly recommend especially if you have a larger group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base for exploring Northern Michigan.
This was a magnificent, fully equipped home in which we fell in love on first visit with Northern Michigan. We loved starting and ending our days overlooking and listening to the lake from the deck, and appreciated having the use of a pair of kayaks to get out on the water as well. Given its central location we took easy day trips to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes, Torch Lake, Charlevoix, and Mackinac Island, but also spent a great day on the local beach which was in walking distance just down the road and along which it seemed one could walk forever. At night, we enjoyed playing pool in the downstairs game room, gathering in the great room, and playing cards around a table big enough for all of us. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anusha S., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Summer Getaway with Beach Access
Despite having poor weather during our stay, we enjoyed the house and the small beach. During a break in the rain we used the kayaks and SUP - it was great having private beach access. The house was spacious and clean, and had plenty of room for a multi-generational family. Loved the large dining table and the kitchen was well stocked. The kids enjoyed the pool table and foosball in the basement. But for me, the best part was the view of the sunset over the lake from the couch!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Paradise
The house and the grounds were great. We had a great family vacation with our adult kids and their spouses.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
We had a great stay! It was a perfect get away with my parents and best friend and their baby. It was so cold that weekend, but the cozy fire place and large living area made it perfect for wine and board games! We had a blast. The only down fall was we couldn’t get the internet to connect for the tv. But, we ended up figuring it out after talking with the hosts in time for the football game! Great stay. Will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional home and wonderful communication with owner
My daughter and her bridesmaids stayed here the weekend of her wedding. There was plenty of room, a well-appointed kitchen, WONDERFUL communication with the owners...it was the perfect place for us! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Patrick P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Smelly House
Walking into the basement the smell of mold/mildew was overpowering! It seemed to be contained in the basement until the furnace was turned on to take the chill out of the house at which time the smell went throughout the house. Upon contacting the owner about the smell they didn’t seem surprised; rather they suggested we open a window - of which there are none in the basement. As for the beach? Well, it no longer exists due to the higher water levels Lake Michigan has been experiencing the past few years. They shouldn’t be touting an amenity that no longer exists. The house was clean in appearance though the overpowering smell made you question the cleanliness. I would not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N., Wixom, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with great views
Our stay was wonderful at this beautiful property. House was equipped with many essential items which made it very stress free. Very clean. Sunset was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
We had to change our family vacation destination at the last minute due to Florida becoming a hotspot for COVID and needed a place we could drive to instead of fly and we came across this beautiful property. Although the steep steps straight to the water and the absence of a beach you could set out chairs on were not exact ideal for a family traveling with two toddlers, the property had a nice open space along with an expansive deck so it was certainly beautiful. We. made the best of getting into the water when the waves weren’t too big (it is Lake Michigan, after all!)with all the water toys and floats available on the property:) There is also a beach 1/2 mile down the road which was a wonderful option:) The house is mostly glass in the back shaded by a good many tall trees...you can see the lake at any given time from inside the house or on the deck and the sunsets were spectacular! The Keenan’s were delightful and very helpful and very responsive to any questions or concerns we had. The house is a short drive from Charlevoix which is a great place to hop in to eat, shop, or watch the boats come and go. We had a great time...Michigan, you did not disappoint!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

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