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Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in heart of Marquette- Cozy Fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Free WiFi
  • 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.

Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in heart of Marquette- Cozy Fireplace

This Victorian Queen Anne Home is in the heart of Marquette just steps from Third street corridor with restaurants, breweries, and shops. The home is 5 blocks to the sandy beaches of lake superior. Gather your friends or family for a getaway that has it all in minutes from the home. You can enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the huge front porch or grilling on the back deck after an action packed day. Spend your days kayaking or paddle boarding, mountian biking , skiing, relaxing at the beach, shopping and dining the downtown areas. It is a half mile from Northern Michigan University and 4 miles to Marquette Mountain ski hill. It is 2 miles to the Noquemenon North trail network and 4 miles to the Noqumenon South trail network. It is one mile to UP Health systems regional hospital.
This historical home was built in 1898 and designed by D. Fred Charlton for Louis Vierling. Great care has been taken to preserve this home beautifully. The absolutely amazing 3400 sq ft home. The second level has 3 bedrooms, 1 room for an office or extra space and a full bath. The main floor has a full bath with soaking tub, 2 dining rooms, 2 living rooms, a study or game room and large modern kitchen. The ground level ( or walk out basement level) has a bedroom, family room, laundry room, full bathroom and shared fitness/ sauna gym with full bathroom. The back of the home has 2 rentable apartments with their own separate entrance from the back. The apartments can be rented separately to accommodate 5 more guests. Please ask if you would like to reserve all 3 rentals in the home. (2024 Note: Currently the attic apartment is being rented long term)
The original Victorian era details are breathtaking and include... 3 stained glass windows & 2 curved windows, ornate decorative ceiling adornments & plaster friezes, 2 fireplaces, 3 sets of working 8' pocket doors, all original woodwork including walnut/maple floors, 10' baseboards and many original custom built-ins. It still holds all the charm and character that was intended, however it also has been updated with a gorgeous new kitchen. It has antique rod iron fencing around the 50 year old perennial garden.
The home has recently been remodeled in 2021 with new tiling in upstairs bathroom, fresh white paint and mural in kitchen, new functioning fireplace, new fire pit area out back, new fitness room with treadmill, peloton bike and new sauna. The new fire pit, fitness room and sauna are all shared spaces with the apartment guests. In 2024 we plan to install level 2 EV chargers CCS shaped for most Electric vehicles. If you have a Tesla a Tesla to CCS adapter can be used. They should be installed by the summer season. Marquette has several locations to charge electric vehicles as well. Don’t hesitate to message us if you have any questions. *****Please note there is no Hot tub. For some reason when we turn on the sauna feature it seems to add hot tub as well please note there is a claw foot tub and a sauna but not a hot tub. ***

Property manager

Wendy Hill Manson

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Composting
  • Unit size: 3400 sq ft (316 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Quiet after 10 PM Clean up after.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in the heart of the city
Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in the heart of Marquette

About the neighborhood

Map
Marquette, MI

What's nearby

  • Northern Michigan University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marquette Harbor Light - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Superior Dome - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • UP Health System - Marquette - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Marquette Mountain - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ore Dock Brewing Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Blackrocks Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Third Base Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vango's Pizza & Cocktail Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Elixirs by BeWell Marquette - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in heart of Marquette- Cozy Fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in heart of Marquette- Cozy Fireplace ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in heart of Marquette- Cozy Fireplace ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in heart of Marquette- Cozy Fireplace located?

Located in the center of Marquette, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Superior, Upper Peninsula Children's Museum, and McCarty Cove. Marquette Regional History Center and Northern Michigan University are also within 15 minutes.

Hewitt Onion Tower Victorian charm in heart of Marquette- Cozy Fireplace Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hewitt Street House
The house was perfect for our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Whitehall, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat Visitors
As brewery owners, we attend the Fall Beer Fest in Marquette every year and are lucky enough to bring friends along. Not only is The Onion Tower absolutely gorgeous, but also spacious enough to house us all comfortably without feeling like we're encroaching in each other's space. I have many years worth of memories laughing with friends both in the living room by the fire and in the sauna. Also, the bed in the basement bedroom is the most comfortable ever - we even ordered the same mattress to replace our bed at home! We plan to be back again next year and for many years to come. Amazing hosts, location, and home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A., Holland, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Marquette get-together
We have stayed here for several years. Wendy, manager, is great. Location perfect. Lovely historical/modern experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place
Everything about this home, the host and each detail was amazing. We are already talking about when we can go again. Cannot say enough good things. Amazing host and property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
Couldn’t of asked for a better place to stay. Our group was up for a wedding and the house was in a perfect location! Wendy was amazing to communicate with and helped us anyway she could!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Our stay here was nothing but fabulous! Great location to restaurants and breweries. Wendy meet us at the house at check in and explained everything to us. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multiple Family Stay
We rented the Hewitt Onion for 3 families including six kiddos and it was perfect! Plenty of room and Wendy had a fun scavenger hunt game for the one rainy day we had. The kitchen is well stocked and having the host next door was great for any random questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation spot
I would give this house more than 5 stars if possible. Everything was wonderful down to all the special touches that Wendy provided. Great location within walking distance of brewery, downtown, and beach. We used the entire house for our group of 13 and added the extra studio apartment to give us an additional bathroom upstairs and that was a great idea. We also used the workout area twice during our time there and the large downstairs area with bedroom and bathroom was perfect for our friends with small kids. Wendy was easy to communicate with and quick with any follow-up questions we had and she even left a few beers from Blackrocks brewery in the refrigerator for us! A wonderful beautiful old home in Marquette- this home is a must for anyone coming with a larger group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamiko R., Lansing, Michigan USA

Liked: Cleanliness
An all-time favorite stay!
This house is incredible! It is a beautiful home with so much attention to detail. The kitchen is spacious and made hosting a breeze. Plenty of space for visitong comfortably. The beds were comfortable with plenty of extra pillows and blankets. It was within walking distance to campus for my daughter's graduation and some of Marquette's best coffee shops within 2 blocks. I would rate this VRBO over 5 stars if I could.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations
We had a wonderful staybhere and the amenities exceeded our expectations. There was more than enough comfortably spaces for all 8 of us to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway with friends
Beautiful historic home with modern amenities! Welcoming, spacious and comfortable. Easy to communicate with hosts. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Whitehall, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends for Beer Fest
Our 2nd stay at Hewitt Onion Tower and already reserved it again for next year. This is our annual treat to ourselves for working so hard all year. Wendy is an amazing host and this home is hands down the best in town and the location is unmatched. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A., Holland, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Return
We have stayed here a number of times…always a very nice experience. Wendy is a superb hostess!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exploring the UP
The home was beautiful-even better than the pictures represented. It's location is perfect with easy access to quaint Third Street and downtown, but also close to the beach! We had a wonderful stay with great recommendations of best places to eat and have fun! Thanks to the host for their friendliness and beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent UP Stay
If you have an opportunity to stay at Hewitt Onion Tower don’t hesitate. Kudos to the hosts for opening up this special & historic home
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay L., Plymouth, Mi.

Liked: Cleanliness
Onion tower house
We had a great time. The house is beautiful and well equipped. The excursions my family took were fun and the scenery beautiful. Wendy was always prompt to reply if we had a question. She greeted us in person when we arrived and it was a treat to actually meet her. I would highly recommend this home in Marquette. Kay Letourneau
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place has everything
Sauna, marble kitchen, dining space, fireplace, tv with Netflix, comfy beds, super clean, giant claw tub, history, details…. And it was family friendly! Perfect location downtown close to everything. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Else-Britt D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family house
House perfect for family gatherings of various age groups. Well supplied. Fast response from owners to questions or problems. Location couldn’t have been better- could walk to harbor & short drives for a myriad of hikes & skiing. We would come again👏👏👏
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful large house with great hosts!
I rented this house to host thanksgiving for about 15 people. It worked out perfectly. The kitchen was perfect for hosting a large party and there were plenty of tables throughout the first floor. My family really enjoyed everything about the house. It has tons of character and felt very cozy. The attention to detail in the house is way beyond any other home I’ve ever rented. There are very thoughtful instructions situated throughout the house explaining how to use alexa, operate tvs, work the locks on the old doors, etc. The basement is also great… it’s separated from the rest of the house, so our in-laws stayed down there. It has a sauna and workout room and easy access to the outside. I would love to return in the summer with a large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Whitehall, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Already re-booked for next year!
This home was above and beyond our expectations. Location is perfect and inside has a number of great gathering spaces. The attention to the home's history is second to none and the hosts are wonderful as well. This will be our new go-to when in Marquette.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JenniferArmstrong A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marquette, Michigan
This property was amazing. Close to all things. We hiked and explored everyday. Wendy was so helpful. The towels, the beds, the amenities all were great. Thank you, Jennifer Armstrong
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Huge vintage home near everything!
The owners were very considerate and respond immediately to ensure an incredible experience. My 12 year old daughter loves the Tower bedroom. I loved the relaxing feel of kicking back with a book in living room and study. We had our puzzle fun in the breakfast nook. Such a beautiful home with a vintage step back in time feel, but so close to the restaurants, coffee shops, breweries and shopping. Loved our stay! Thank you!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Party
We used this as home base for my son's wedding, lots of space, great location, owner was very available.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house !
Beautiful home. Great accomidations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheree F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place for Our Family!
My heart’s desire was to find a place where my two sons and their families and I could stay under one roof. This amazing home provided exactly what we needed! Sleeping space for each person, a full bathroom on each floor, space to spread out and “be.” Wendy quickly responded to all questions and needs. On top of it all, this home is gorgeous! We would definitely stay again…and hope to do exactly that!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021