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Bluewater Cottage on Lake Michigan !!

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Bluewater Cottage on Lake Michigan !!

Million Dollar View !! Over 200 five-star reviews! Charlevoix's most popular waterfront vacation home, just a 2 minute drive to town!! Bluewater Cottage overlooks majestic Lake Michigan on a large, wooded, lakeside property minutes from Castle Farms, Michigan Beach and downtown Charlevoix. Nestled in the historic, storybook neighborhood of Boulder Park among Earl Young's famous stone mushroom houses, you will be astounded by the panoramic views of Lake Michigan from most rooms and the spacious deck with plenty of seating and a gas grill. And enjoy your own private pebble beach with a firepit!

Everything you need for a comfortable vacation is included: luxurious cotton bed linens and towels, free wireless internet, large HD flatscreen TVs with streaming, dramatic stone fireplace, giant down filled sectional, a buttery soft leather chair, four kitchen counter chairs, a huge deck with a table and chairs, propane grill, kitchenware & pantry items, appliances, waterfront firepit, pebble beach plus more. Not to mention the spectacular views of Lake Michigan! Three comfortable bedrooms accommodate sleeping for up to six adults, including one king bed and two queen beds, plus a small bunk room for two children. The home also includes two full bathrooms - one with a tub and one with a shower. Relax and enjoy the cozy tranquility of a true northern Michigan lakeside retreat!

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Property manager

Bill Thom

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Casino nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: $95 Pet Fee - flat rate per pet with pre-approval.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterfront Cottage on Lake Michigan!
Waterfront Cottage on Lake Michigan !!
Lake Michigan Waterfront Cottage In Boulder Park !! Charlevoix

About the neighborhood

Map
Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Mushroom House - 15 min walk
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive
  • Charlevoix Beach - 4 min drive
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 7 min drive
  • Castle Farms - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪B.C. Pizza Charlevoix - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Street Tap Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Villager Pub - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluewater Cottage on Lake Michigan !! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Bluewater Cottage on Lake Michigan !!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluewater Cottage on Lake Michigan !!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bluewater Cottage on Lake Michigan !! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Charlevoix vacation home is just steps from Boulder Park Nature Preserve and Lake Michigan. Lake Michigan Beach and Boulder Park Hughes England Addition Nature Preserve are also within 5 minutes.

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Bluewater Cottage on Lake Michigan !! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 219 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family weekend
Wonderful place to enjoy a weekend with family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home; beautiful views!
Great home! The owners were very responsive and the house had everything we needed. We enjoyed the pebble beach and had multiple eagle sightings.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Spent time with my family in a peaceful setting. Really felt secluded but near everything. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Perfect location right on the lake! And easy walk/bike ride to downtown. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall get away
excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin with wonderful view
Loved our stay and would go back again. Great location and view plus easy access to town. Wonderfully stocked woth all we needed to enjoy and relax. Already miss the terrific Lake Michigan view!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
The location and views were fantastic! The house was supplied with everything you could need. Loved the big thick beach towels. Beds were very comfortable. Nice quiet neighborhood close to town and the beach. Owner very responsive. Looking forward to next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pritoj G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location on Lake Michigan shoreline. Clean and welcoming property. The hosts are very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boulder Park
Perfect location amongst the mushroom houses of Charlevoix.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and location!
Our stay was wonderful! Attention to detail was well thought out and it shows that the owner really cares about their guests. We brought more than we needed. We even brought our own coffee maker and certainly didn't need it or our toiletries, games, spices, laundry detergent, etc. detergent, etc. Great location and view!anview.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Respite
Perfect respite for our daughter's wedding weekend. Less than ten minutes from the venue at Castle Farms. Close to downtown, yet secluded and quiet feel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful View
We enjoyed our stay. The large windows in the living room and master bedroom provide a wonderful view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Enjoyed the lakeview and deck
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ships ahoy!
We are freighter watchers so seeing the freighters was a big thrill! This property was amazing, exactly as described and even better!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing by the lake
Property is as described. Very comfortable and homey. View was fantastic. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place for a family to enjoy the attractions of Charlevoix. Lovely deck to hang out on!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home right across the street from lake MI
Happy with our stay. Home as advertised and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here
This is the second time we've stayed in this home and we'll be back next year. The owner is ready to work with, house is in great condition, view of the lake is amazing, and the fire place is great Short drive to downtown for food or Petoskey for better options.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W., Mishawaka, Indiana USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Michigan Cottage
This is a great place in a sleepy fall town to unwind :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
We found the lake house to be a much needed retreat! Privacy and a quiet area to enjoy the beach. The beds are extremely comfortable and the linens and towels are top of the line! Bill was readily accessible for questions we had. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay , beautiful place in a beautiful area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent and comfortable place
We really enjoyed our stay here! Perfect mix of quiet and peaceful with a beautiful view of the water, yet also close enough to town to walk there in 10 minutes. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini Vacation
We had an excellent time at this property! Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Such a great location for everything that Northern (LP) Michigan has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful!
Loved, loved, loved it! Bluewater Cottage is fantastic - great view, great location, beautiful home. Very clean, well stocked, it's even better than the photos. Plenty of room for our party of 5. Bill was very responsive to questions. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getway
I absolutely loved my little weekend away. I slept better than I have in years. The house was very clean, extremely relaxing and beautiful. I hope to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024