Tucked away in Northpoint, this charming cottage offers a warming atmosphere and easy access to Mt McSauba nature preserve, Lake Michigan dunes, and beautiful bike paths. Unwind with the wood fireplace after a day of skiing or snowshoeing. Enjoy modern comforts like a fully equipped kitchen, Jacuzzi tub, Roku in the living room and master bedroom with high speed internet.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Location, Location, Location! Can walk to Mt McSauba nature preserve, a disk gulf course within the nature preserve. Can walk to Lake Michigan dunes (beautiful beach), Mt McSauba ski area, walking trails to use year-round. Enjoy the beautiful bike paths along Lake MI to Petoskey, Harbor Springs. A 5-minute walk to the dunes and beach. Only a 2 min. walk to enjoy the sunset. This charming cottage has a warming atmosphere. There are 2 sets of snowshoes available during the winter months. The trails are just across the street and are lite to enjoy them during the evening. After a day of skiing, snowshoeing or just taking a walk, come inside and warm up with the wood fireplace.
The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, bring your essential oils and relax in the Jacuzzi tub , the couch can be converted to an extra single bed, washer and dryer available, wood burning fireplace (Sept-May) gas barbecue grill and wood fire pit (May-Oct) Roku is available in the living room and master bedroom with Wifi and a Blu-ray player is available. The cottage was originally a log home. Some of the logs have been preserved inside the cottage. There is a king bed in the master bedroom and a queen in the second bedroom. We welcome families with small children. If you would need a crib, pack n'play you can contact Happy Little Vacation Rentals. Charlevoix is a great place to get away from it all, breathtaking sunsets over Lake Michigan, outdoor concerts in the park, sailing and motorboat charters, a local fishery. There are numerous options for golfers. Traverse City and Mackinac Island are easy day trips.
The cottage is located in Northpoint on the northside of Charlevoix within 2 miles from downtown. The neighborhood is quiet. There is charter fishing available, Whitecap Charters, Ward brothers. A new app is available for your smartphone (FREE) "Life in Charlevoix" gives you lots information about the great small town. Please note, if you book for a week, a 5% discount is applied.
There are 2 gulf courses very close, the Charlevoix Municipal Golf Course (9holes) and the Charlevoix Country Club (18 holes)
There are 3 great restaurants within a very close distance on the north side of town, JAX Northside Dining, Shanahan Pub and The Argonne House, along with several restaurants available in the downtown area.
Wedding venues are very close. The Shanahan Barn is 1.5 miles and Castle Farms is 5 miles.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
Rules
No smoking inside the cottage
The paper towels, toilet paper and dish detergent are a complimentary get started supply.
Water & Septic: The property is on a septic system and township water.
Guest shall be responsible for cleaning and laundry during the stay, guest may leave unlaundered, the bed linens from the night before and the towels.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Charlevoix, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and North Point Nature Preserve, while North Seas Gallery and Charlevoix Circle of Arts are cultural highlights. Artform Fabricating and Castle Farms are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating. Visit our Charlevoix travel guide
Is Cozy relaxing getaway - Great trails, sunsets, dunes, jacuzzi tub, beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cozy relaxing getaway - Great trails, sunsets, dunes, jacuzzi tub, beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy relaxing getaway - Great trails, sunsets, dunes, jacuzzi tub, beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy relaxing getaway - Great trails, sunsets, dunes, jacuzzi tub, beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy relaxing getaway - Great trails, sunsets, dunes, jacuzzi tub, beach located?
Located in the heart of Charlevoix, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Mt. McSauba Recreation Area and Lake Michigan. North Point Nature Preserve and Lake Charlevoix are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Nancy was amazing and this house had everything we needed. The fire place definitely was put to good use. The proximity to the lake and local park was an added bonus.
This little gem is our secret quiet space. Always so clean, just the perfect size and a tub to melt in. After we relax a couple days, plenty to see and do in the area. We found a new state park to explore, enjoyed a local resturant and wallowed in the big comfy bed all the next morning...see you again next fall!!
Nancy is a A++ hostess.
All details were as described in listing.
House was very comfortable for 4 adults.
Neighborhood was quiet, house was very clean and we had a wonderful weekend.
We have stayed at this property 5 different times now. Every time it has been an awesome time and have had no issues. Location to everything is perfect. Steps away from Lake Michigan . Everything you need is at the property.
We will continue to stay here.
This cottage is well appointed and very well cared for. I found several nice little touches left by the host. The home is in a very quite neighborhood and super close to Lake Michigan. We stayed for a ski trip, but can't wait to return in the summer time.
We have stayed here 6 times and have never had any issues. Fantastic location to everything. Owners who are close by and very helpful. Highly refer anyone to this home.
The cottage is always our favorite vacation, the host works extra hard to make sure we relax, from the welcome snacks to the comfy beds...its our one thing that we look fwd to every year. Thank you for letting us add that extra night...it really meant a lot. See u next fall!!
Dawn K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robyn R.
20 Feb 2018
Comfortable, clean, perfect location!
We spent a weekend at this cute cottage and enjoyed the at-home feel! Loved the 2 minute walk to Lake Michigan. Nice, quiet neighborhood. We would definitely recommend this cottage.
Robyn R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim M.
6 July 2018
Beautiful Location & Great Value!
We enjoyed staying at this quaint cottage located just minutes from Lake Michigan and The North Point Nature Preserve. The host, Nancy, was very friendly & the chipmunks, too! We’ll definitely be back!
This was our first visit to Charlevoix and we could not have picked a more perfect place to stay. The cottage is perfect....very clean and located close to the lake . Perfect place to watch sunsets and only a five minute drive to downtown Charlevoix. Definitely a 5 star location!!!
The place was just the right size for our family. Beautiful quiet location!! Great price point as well for being so close to the lake. I’m very picky when it comes to cleanliness but this place was very clean. Nancy was a great host and even left us some little goodies that my boys enjoyed. We would definitely love to stay again.
QUIET COZY COTTAGE IN A NATURAL SETTING, CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN CHARLEVOIX
Our 4th visit to the cottage. Every year we look forward to Lake Michigan at the end of the road and walking in Mt. McSauba Recreational Area across from the cottage.
Anything and everything you could’ve wanted was provided. Nice clean and spacious home. We even wear greeted with a bunch of deer in the backyard one morning.
Very clean and cozy. The beach was so close and so were the trails. Beautiful neighborhood to walk in. Spectacular sunsets. We will definitely be back. Nancy had everything spelled out so clearly. Lovely details.
What an excellent experience. Host was very thoughtful and made our stay great. The cottage was clean and full of little extras for us to use. The beach was only a five minute walk from the cottage and had trails to hike around. 5 stars for the host and property. Was a great way for my wife and I to spend our first year wedding anniversary.
Everything is here for a relaxing Northern Michigan getaway. Enjoyed the whirlpool tub, fireplace and comfy king bed. The trails nearby and lake views are amazing. Nancy was super responsive to any questions we had. She has thought of everything as far as details and amenities-coffee, water, kitchen items, etc.
We stayed in late October and are looking forward to a summer visit!
Such a nice cottage, well-kept and clean. The kitchen was fully equipped and the host left coffee, snacks, candy, etc for the guests. Plenty of linens, towels, even firewood (as we stayed during the winter). A beautiful location, quiet neighborhood, about two minutes from the lake and adjacent to a park with hiking trails, deer everywhere. Overall, a very pleasant stay!
This little gem is our secret little hide away. It is always clean, well stocked and quiet... just what we need. The owner is very nice, responsive and always willing to help. We couldn't have wished for a better place to unwind and recharge. Thank you Nancy...kindred spirits are so hard to find.
Adorable cozy cottage in a VERY quiet neighborhood. The home was very clean and very well accommodated (paper products, soaps, a few small goodies and plenty of coffee options to get us through our first couple mornings) comfortable beds and great communication with host. We really enjoyed the short walk to the beautiful Mt Mcsauba beach, hiking the trails, awesome sunset views with multiple vantage points (awesome view from top of Mt Mcsauba!) we used the beach chairs, beach umbrella, cooler, and beach wagon which made our long beach days excellent! We really appreciated the host allowing us to use the garage 110 volt outlet to keep our electric car continuously charging at night. Hope to visit again someday!
We’ve rented many houses in and around Charlevoix in the past, but this house was by far the best one. The kitchen is large and well equipped, comfortable beds in both bedrooms, a nice jacuzzi tub, seriously, this house has it all. We enjoyed being so close to Mt. McSauba nature preserve, we saw deer every morning out the front window. We took evening walks in the neighborhood with our 6 year old. We went to the beach several times, Castle Farms, Friske’s Orchard,, we even climbed Mt. McSauba for a beautiful sunset. I had trouble with the washer and Nancy was over within 5 minutes if me texting her. I could go on and on about how great this house is . We are certainly going to try and rent this house next year.
We traveled north for a few days, to just unplug. This little space was just what we needed. All our needs were met and the accommodations were perfect.