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The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe

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At The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe

  • Welcome to The Conservatory, tucked into the heart of the charming, historic village of Horton Bay. The house is conveniently located in the middle of the “golden triangle” of Boyne City (< 10 min), Petoskey (< 15 min), and Charlevoix ( < 15 min). Enjoy the quaint, picturesque village of Horton Bay. The house is located just a few doors down from the historic Horton Bay General Store where you can purchase food, wine, beer, and everything else you need to make your vacation perfect! Additionally, the Horton bay beach and boat launch is also a short walk from the house where your can enjoy the lake all day! Nearby is a plethora of hiking trails, wineries, and of course the downtown shopping and dining districts.

    The Space:

    The house has recently been fully renovated to give you a relaxing, inspiring, and comfortable stay. The space features 3 unique bedrooms with incredibly comfortable queen size beds, two full bathrooms, a full kitchen, breakfast nook, dining area, TV/recreation room, reading nook, and of course the glass conservatory room! You will LOVE all the natural light that the space offers. Likewise, the wonderful star gazing at night through the towering, vaulted windows cannot be beat! Each room has been curated to give you a sense of peace and tranquility using timeless, vintage furniture and decor with an earthy, modern vibe. Although you’ll find plenty to do in the surrounding area, you may find it hard to leave.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Balcony could be dangerous for small children.

Events

No events 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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 area

Located in Boyne City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boyne Mountain and Dunmaglas Golf Club. Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Charlevoix Circle of Arts are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Boyne City travel guide
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Boyne City, MI

What's nearby

  • A waterfront with multi-story houses and a dock.
    Lake Charlevoix
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A cable car system with passengers, set against a backdrop of autumn-colored trees.
    Boyne Mountain
    18 min drive - 23.2 km
  • An aerial view of a turquoise sea with boats anchored near the shore.
    Torch Lake
    41 min drive - 58.0 km
  • Horton Bay
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • SkyBridge Michigan
    24 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Landings Restaurant
    28 min drive
  • Cafe Sante
    10 min drive
  • Burnt Marshmallow Brewstillery & Rudbeckia Winery
    20 min drive
  • Lake Street Pub
    12 min drive
  • Bay Harbor Yacht Club
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Horton Bay and Lake Charlevoix. Lavender Hill Farm is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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Reviews

The Conservatory of Horton Bay | timeless, vintage furniture with an earthy vibe Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location for exploring the area

The home is vey comfortable and has everything thing you need to feel right at home. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mom Birthday Vacation

Inside of the house was beautiful and everyone liked the beds. Having 6 adults and two dogs the two levels with bathrooms on each level was perfect.Very spacious rooms and private with the two levels again.Good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Perfect Stay

My family and I stayed for the weekend so my fiance could run the Charlevoix Marathon, and we had the most wonderful time. The house could not be more fun or more beautifully appointed (the kids joked that this is what our house would look like if we had bought it). The fenced-in backyard, the well stocked kitchen, the awesome chill space on the ground floor - all of it was perfect for us. When it came time to leave, we all wished we could stay. The hosts were amazingly communicative and super helpful, and even offered us an early check-in and late check-out, which made for a super relaxed and easy experience. We will definitely be coming back - this is the best house we've stayed in by far.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Loved that the beach was so close! What we liked most about this property was how open and interesting the architecture was, as well as how it was decorated. Little details reminded us of journeys around the world. The bedrooms were spacious, bathrooms very clean and large as well. We appreciated the laundry facilities. We also loved the record player! My son-in-law had no idea how to use it, so we all got a kick out of teaching the younger generation about the vinyl era! The solarium was so inviting. And I was especially impressed by the choice of available reading material! The July 4th parade was a hoot! And the celebrations at the General Store were fun, too! Great family vacation! We’d definitely love to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleased with accommodations and location

Enjoyable
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family weekend

Overall a nice space for family or multiple couple visit. Comfortable beds and wood stove was a nice touch for cold winter days. Furnishings a little dated and eclectic but shouldn’t detract from rating as everything was clean and comfortable. Location a bit of drive from town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Conservatory Bonhomme

Beautiful conservatory with dazzling sunsets - great retro vibe, home is decorated with style and comfort - lovely hosts, very responsive. All around great weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique, relaxing Northern Michigan Stay

My family and I loved our stay in Horton Bay. The house was just what we were looking for. Super clean, everything was easy and ready, and was a wonderful place to spend 5 days. We had our dog and infant with us. The backyard was a perfect spot for them to hang out and play. The house was slightly off the main drag that it wasnt overly busy but close enough to restaurants and shops we could get to them quickly. Definitely would recommend a stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great home for summer getaway!

Cozy home within walking distance to Lake Charlevoix! Great spot for a family getaway - we enjoyed the backyard fire pit with grill, listening to music while eating home cooked meals (several spices and cookware included!), and lounging in the living room. Perfect for 5-6 people with day trips to Mackinac, Traverse City, Petoskey, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and more. Laundry washer/dryer works great as well. Very easy to communicate with the owners for any questions/issues!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location. Lots of windows. Clean.

Wish we could have stayed longer. The place was nicely decorated. I’m not sure it would be great for very young children. My kids were fine at 10 and 11yrs old.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cool retro home close to Petosky and Charlevoix

Nice stay! Property owner was very responsive. Home is really cool with a mid-century modern vibe. Nice fenced in yard for our dog and close to shopping, restaurants, and lakes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Openness

Property was clean and bright! Nice size bedrooms and big bathrooms. Open areas for sitting. You do not feel on top of each other! We are avid renters and have stayed many places. With that said we do not usually go back to property’s we’ve stayed at. This one I have already added to my favorites! I do give a thumbs up if you are thinking of renting. Thanks again for our stay and mailing my friends sweater to her!! Great rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house, perfect location

The house was clean and beautiful, and the fenced backyard was great- just needed my baby gate to secure the one spot that was not secure. The house is just a short walk from the lake. We were able to walk to the lake daily. The homeowners were very responsive and brought a radio to us within minutes of asking and made it a point to get the tv fixed so my husband could watch the football game. The house was clean and the kitchen was well stocked with all that we could need. It was vey helpful that pantry items are there since I forgot my olive oil. The skies were super dark and stargazing was great from the backyard. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dream of a Stay!

My wife and I have done our share of traveling, and Its safe to say the weekend at Horton’s Bay is the best rental experience we’ve had so far. The home itself is a delight; bad design or poor taste can’t be found, and the decor is enough to charm, but sparse enough to leave a blank canvas. (It seemed to pair well with jazz for us.) If aesthetics matter in your comfort, this is the place for you. No creepy old dolls staring at you over breakfast; there are Real books on the shelves, that you would want to (and should) read. The home’s very unique layout adds a modern touch to a classic up north vibe (very quiet and secluded in the in between summer/fall colors time we went.) It rained the entire weekend we were there, and we brought our bikes to take trips to the many beaches and state parks nearby. But with a few trips to the nearby towns, we had charcuterie boards, local jams and produce, and locally raised beef to grill, and it was a pleasure to just relax in the space. The host was pleasant, quick to respond to both questions about the home and what to do, and even kind enough to leave something for our anniversary. They mentioned being new to renting, so I can only imagine it getting better. Can’t wait to come back with the kids, or in the winter, or with friends… perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house great location

The home was absolutely beautiful! We couldn’t have asked for a better property! It was so nice having the fenced yard for the dogs (a baby gate kept the one area secure). It was great being able to enjoy a fire and the incredible dark skies for stargazing. The house had everything we needed for meals, kitchen was made for cooking, and it was so helpful having pantry staples- i forgot to bring olive oil. The hosts were very responsive! Craig fixed the tv so my hubby could watch the football game, and Monica brought a radio over almost immediately after we inquired. The house was exactly as pictured-stunning inside and out! The conservatory windows were perfect for snuggling in, yet feeling like you’re outside among the treetops. This trip was everything we could have hoped for! Would stay here again for sure! Thanks to the hosts for sharing the home and being so helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grest stay

We enjoyed our stay. It was a short drive to various locations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private charming oasis

My husband and I had a wonderful time staying here with our older kids! The house interior is so charming and eclectic, it takes you away to a different time and place altogether, and the hosts were very accommodating. The property is in good shape yet is also a work in progress for being recently opened. The hosts literally thought of everything as far as needs may go! Great home to entertain in, relax and escape in, and is also right between so many major cities. We were able to take day trips from Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City to Mackinack/St Ignace. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

We rented the house for a 4 day stay. The property was unique and true to the pictures. Very spacious on both floors. Had all the amenities and the home owner was very responsive. I just inquired if they had beach towels, and they bought beach towels and dropped them off the next day. Overall, was a wonderful stay. Definitely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

The Conservatory is located a short drive from popular attractions and cities. It is exactly as pictured and described — beautiful! We enjoyed learning about Ernest Hemingway, exploring different towns, and searching for Petoskey stones along the beaches. We visited “The Hungry Duck Farm” which offers many activities including feeding and petting the farm animals. I recommend checking the times of restaurants, shops, and attractions online ahead of time because many places close before 4:00pm or 5:00pm ( especially Castle Farms on the weekend). This surprised us since we visited during what would be considered “tourists season,” but it probably was because of staff shortages. Monica was WONDERFUL to work with. She was quick to respond to questions and lived in the area if you needed anything. We couldn’t have asked for a better hostess!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long weekend up north

We were the first guests in this property that looked like it was newly renovated in parts. They did a nice job with the work. Communications with the host were great. For example, there was still some construction dust on the ground floor / lower level, but the host very promptly responded & came and cleaned it. She also gave us very good tips on things to do nearby, was very prompt in responding to inquiries, a pleasure to deal with. We enjoyed the property, the location and our stay & would come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Mid Century Modern - Beautifully appointed

This place is great and a great location with easy access to Charlevoix, Petoskey and Boyne City right down the road. The house is well appointed and the owners are very attentive, even providing us with a bottle of local wine and a bag of local coffee. With two separate living areas, one up and one down, it was perfect for us. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022