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Birch Cottage - Wonderful location. Beach, Hike, & Shop! Pure Michigan getaway.

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Miscellaneous
Sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Birch Cottage - Wonderful location. Beach, Hike, & Shop! Pure Michigan getaway.

Welcome to Birch Cottage, our family's home away from home! We hope you fall in love with it as much as we have. This family cottage fits us perfectly with room to spare for extra family members and friends. It is a special place to make lifelong memories. The house is nestled in the Pinehurst Shores neighborhood outside Boyne City, Michigan in a quiet, peaceful, setting with access to beautiful Lake Charlevoix and beach just a short walk away. Located in a gorgeous, quiet neighborhood neighboring Young State Park. Beautiful local "secret" beach (Kim Park) at the end of Nelson Road (an easy walk from the house). Walking or biking distance to downtown Boyne City on the paved path.

We chose Boyne City as our second home because we felt it is a perfect blend of all the best things to experience: beauty of nature, fun, relaxation. BC is near other wonderful destinations like Charlevoix, Traverse City, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Leland, Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, and Mackinac Island. From strolling the quaint downtown shops and restaurants, browsing an art fair, festival or farmer’s market, fishing, golf, boating and water sports on Lake Charlevoix in the summer, to exploring the many wineries and trails in the fall to skiing, tubing and ice-skating in the winter, there is something for everyone no matter the season. Most recently, Boyne Mountain’s new Skybridge, the world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge. Offering Panoramic valley views and extensive light displays, definitely a camera pleaser and must see!

We hope our home offers you and your family all that you need and we have kept it as welcoming and authentic as a Michigan cottage could be but with updates and modern amenities.

Our cozy but spacious home offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Natural light-filled living room with large natural fireplace opens to dining area and kitchen with new gas stove and new refrigerator. Mudroom has new Maytag front load washer and dryer. Main level bedroom has a full bed and large closet. Upper level has 2 spacious rooms. Main bedroom has a queen bed and small office area. Third bedroom has two twin beds and two pull out trundle beds. 2 Smart TVs and high-speed wireless internet allows access for work or entertainment. New floors throughout. Bathrooms have been totally renovated. Central air and heat ensure comfortable temperature year-round. A large deck, Weber gas grill, dining table and chairs and bonfire pit make for lovely outdoor entertaining and dining. Nearby Young State Park offers additional beach area, biking and hiking trails.

A wonderful place to stay and enjoy all Pure Michigan has to offer!

Property manager

Ian Whitelaw

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Boyne City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Charlevoix - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Young State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Peninsula Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Lavender Hill Farm - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 17 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BC Lanes - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stiggs Brewery & Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sante - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burnt Marshmallow Brewstillery & Rudbeckia Winery - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch Cottage - Wonderful location. Beach, Hike, & Shop! Pure Michigan getaway. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Birch Cottage - Wonderful location. Beach, Hike, & Shop! Pure Michigan getaway.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birch Cottage - Wonderful location. Beach, Hike, & Shop! Pure Michigan getaway.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Birch Cottage - Wonderful location. Beach, Hike, & Shop! Pure Michigan getaway. located?

Situated in Boyne City, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Charlevoix and Young State Park. Horton Bay is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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Birch Cottage - Wonderful location. Beach, Hike, & Shop! Pure Michigan getaway. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

G. G.

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

Family Christmas

Very cozy yet roomy house great location. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Matt B., Fort Wayne

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

Great place

Great place. Very clean and conveniently located.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Fantastic getaway

Ian was such an excellent host! He was super helpful with all of our check-in needs and helping us know what to enjoy around the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

D'Anne H.

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

perfect

The location is beautiful and the house was perfect for a weekend away. It was perfect for 6 friends over 50. We especially loved the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose S.

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

Up North

Very nice cottage, clean, comfortable and well appointed. Location convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea B.

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

Lovely Cottage

This little cottage is the perfect location with easy and quick access to downtown Boyne, Charlevoix, and Petosky. Our three children (ages 1-4) had so much fun here as well. The house setup was perfect for us with one of the bedrooms having two twin beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family Vacation 2024

We booked this place as we love Michigan. We ran into a little issue with cleanliness when first arriving but the host was helpful in resolving the issue. Overall it was a great location with stuff to do in walking and driving distance. This was a nice quiet location and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie S.

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

Perfect Escape

This home was perfect. Very clean and nicely decorated. Plenty of space for me, my husband and father, with room to spare! The kitchen was nicely stocked with everything needed. It was a short walk to the beach, and easy access to Young’s State Park. Boyne City was close with plenty of stores and things to do. We had so much exploring the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Charming Chalet steps from Lake Charlevoix

Charming chalet that had all the amenities we needed. We got married in the area and this place happened to be centrally located to all the events that occurred. The chalet was well prepared by the wonderful hosts. They also had a kitchen with ample spices and condiments, laundry needs, and even a few beverages! Was the perfect touch to the stay. Will hopefully be back to take in all the nature that surrounds.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Boyne City stay

Stayed for a week with my 2 teenage boys and my 80 year old mom. House was very nice, very clean. Location was good, it was just a couple miles from Boyne City, walking distance to a beautiful sandy beach on Charlevoix lake. Many things to do and see in the area. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melani H.

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

Thank you!

What a nice surprise. The cottage was an absolute pleasure to stay in. My entire family loved it. The cottage was clean. The location was perfect. The beach was wonderful. All the basics were already provided. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Peaceful getaway to Birch Cottage

Just what we needed. Peaceful cottage in the woods; 5 minute walk to lake. Ventured to nearby towns: Charlevoix, Petoskey, Harbor Springs. Also.. Boyne City’s Farmers Market, Boyne Mt golf course and Skybridge.. and Charlevoix Coffeehouse is a must visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Great stay at the Lake!

The cottage was great! We spent a long weekend golfing, playing horseshoe’s, and swimming in Lake Charlevoix! The beach was less than half a mile from the cottage and it was awesome. Sandy beach with a sand bar that stretched all the way to the buoy. The cottage is located very close to Young State park and we spent our mornings walking the trails. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loren J.

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

Nice place to get away

This location is perfect for Boyne Mountain in my mind. The cost of being ONSITE is way to much compared to this rental. This cabin is perfect for being near a town like Boyne City. It only takes 15-20 mins to get to the scopes. And, you pass by gas stations, Family Fare, restaurants to stock up for cooking at the house. Lets not forget the DARN ice cream and candy shops. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023