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Bluewater Cottage on Lake Michigan !!

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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 accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Lock the doors

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 - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Charlevoix Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Castle Farms - 8 min drive - 6.6 km

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. 213 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 226 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great location, well-stocked, comfortable home in lovely Boulder Park neighborhood. Beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Quick drive or easy walk to downtown Charlevoix. We love staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

This was our 4th time staying at this property and it is our winter home-away from home!!! Beautiful views and it has everything you need. There is attention to detail and it is always a cozy escape!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Enjoyed the site. Wonderful lake views. Very clean. Close to all the XC skiing we wanted to do. And, very close to downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

What a beautiful home with everything you would need. Very comfortable and quiet.Would definitely recommend!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This house is lovely. Everything was clean an above standard. Kitchen was so well equipped. The view! Beautiful to fall asleep looking at the lake and to wake up to an amazing sunrise in the morning. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

This is our third trip to this house and it was great as usual. It was arctic cold outside and it still was warm and comfortable with the fire going (and without) throughout the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Wonderful place to enjoy a weekend with family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

This is the 5th time we’ve rented BlueWater Cottage and have spent several years ringing in the new year here...we love the house, location and proximity to downtown Charlevoix, Boyne and surrounding areas! We always appreciate the accommodations and enjoy cozy fires and the beautiful views of Lake Michigan. A very special place for us with many memories made.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

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

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

Great location on Lake Michigan shoreline. Clean and welcoming property. The hosts are very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Enjoyed the lakeview and deck
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

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

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

Happy with our stay. Home as advertised and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

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

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

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

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

This is a great place in a sleepy fall town to unwind :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

The property was beautiful and the view of the lake was spectacular. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Property is as described. Very comfortable and homey. View was fantastic. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

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