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Inhabit A Hobbit House!

Escape to a magical world where majestic Lake Michigan meets quaint village charm. Relax with luxurious linens, hot water on demand and stunning views.

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Sun loungers, beach towels
Sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 467 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.

Inhabit A Hobbit House!

Over 400 five-star reviews! Charlevoix’s #1 vacation rental!

Architect and dreamer Earl Young created a magical world with his unique and eccentric stone cottages in Charlevoix. Half House is absolutely one of the most adorable homes you will ever see! Now you can experience it for yourself. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse and breathtaking sunsets just outside your door. Half House is an easy two block stroll to the quaint village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining, marina, ferry, drawbridge and music in the park.

Everything you will need for a comfortable vacation is included: luxurious cotton bed linens and towels, firewood and kindling, free wireless internet, books, music, Roku smart flatscreen TV with streaming channels and DVD player, kitchenware, beach chairs, plus an endless supply of hot water! Not to mention the spectacular view of majestic Lake Michigan! This cozy two bedroom home accommodates four guests quite comfortably. Relax!

Sorry, no pets allowed. Please note that Half House has no central air conditioning. The earthen stone structure and steady cool breeze blowing in over the cold waters of Lake Michigan keep the home comfortable. We also provide fans in every room.

Need more space or your dates aren't available? Check out our other Charlevoix waterfront listing in historic Boulder Park:
Bluewater | Lake Michigan Cottage - Vrbo # 1205070
Just type the listing number into the Vrbo Search box!

Property manager

Bill Thom

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the home.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Sledding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 720 sq ft (67 sq m)

Similar properties

Earl Young’s house! This was the one he lived in his last 30 years!

Famous Mushroom House, Earl Young’s Personal Residence overlooking Lake MI!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
The price is SAR 334
SAR 1,455 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Famous Mushroom House, Earl Young’s Personal Residence overlooking Lake MI!

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Inhabit A Hobbit House
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Charlevoix
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Private vacation home
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Private vacation home Charlevoix

About the neighborhood

Map
Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Mushroom House - 2 min walk
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk
  • Charlevoix Beach - 1 min drive
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 4 min drive
  • Castle Farms - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Grille - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪B.C. Pizza Charlevoix - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Street Tap Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Villager Pub - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Inhabit A Hobbit House! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Inhabit A Hobbit House!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inhabit A Hobbit House!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Inhabit A Hobbit House! located?

Situated in Charlevoix, this cottage is steps from Lake Michigan Beach and Lake Michigan. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are just steps away.

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Inhabit A Hobbit House! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 471 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place with beautiful view of Lake Michigan.
We love it so much, we go back every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute!
We loved our stay at the Half House. Everything was very clean and well stocked. Very walkable to downtown. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Half House was exceptional! So cozy and just delightful—we will be back if we can find a date that isn’t booked)!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Trip
The house was adorable! The weather was perfect. We loved having a view of the lake right outside our window. We would stay there again! There is so much to see and do. If you’re looking for a good breakfast spot, we loved Smoke on the Water. It is just a short walk from the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie
Magical little cottage in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great TIme at the Half House
Everything about the stay was excellent. From the check in process to the location and the overall stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN W., Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location, helpful service from owners
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mushroom Magic
Such a fun stay at this architectural treasure perfectly located overlooking Lake Michigan and near some of the best restaurants. The opportunity to actually spend a few days inside one of the famous Mushroom Houses made us feel like celebrities. Thank you to our host for recommending Terry’s for a special occasion dinner. So good! Weathervane, Castle Farms and the beach walks were our favorites.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hobbit House
Very nice place to stay and interesting history to experience. Although the house is small it had all the amenities to make your stay perfect. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet vintage home
Staying at the Half House feels like being in a fairy tale. We enjoyed all the vintage touches, cozy feel, and location—the nearby lake and historic neighborhood were all we needed to unwind. This little place is truly a welcome break from the bland sameness of hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rockhounds appreciate stonework cottage
Charming cottage with eye-catching details that make for a cozy stay. Me and my daughter really enjoyed our stay in Charlevoix.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hobbit House
So cool to stay in an Earl Young house. It was a very quaint place to stay for a long weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parents 50th Anniversary Present Stay was the best!
My parents loved staying here and learning all about the area and Earl Young homes! Both said it was amazing which is awesome because they rarely agree on much. Thanks so much highly recommended to anyone else interested in architecture and history in Charlevoix
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodations
Amazing property - great community
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hobbit House
Our stay at Hobbit House was magical. It was exactly as described with many wonderful surprises. The owner has everything stocked as if you’re in your own home. We look forward to returning again. We particularly enjoyed the delightful response from tourists walking by when we greeted them on the front lawn wearing our hobbit ears.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Winter Getaway
The property was beautiful and unique. Perfect for our Sister’s weekend. Great views of the Lake and just a lovely in the winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every comfort included in this charming house from the fireplace to the well equiped kitchen.
It was a charming stay in this historic home. The view of Lake Michigan was spectacular and not to be missed. We are hoping to return to this one of a kind house.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Conveniently located mushroom 1/2 house
Weekend trip with my daughter. We loved the downtown location and could walk to shops and restaurants. The house had such charm and we got a kick out of seeing the house we were in on the front cover of several mushroom house books in the local stores.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at the half house
My friend and I stayed for a girls' weekend and it was the perfect, cozy space. It was very clean and comfortable - and very cute. We enjoyed all the provided entertainment, the views of Lake Michigan (right across the street!) and the easy walk into town (less than ten minutes). We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hattie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
We loved the house nice and cozy. Not far from beach or downtown. House was exactly like the host said. No surprises when we arrived. Hattie & Buz
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
Awesome views of the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
Historical building. Great location. Beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Walking distance to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location
We had an absolutely wonderful time at the half house. It is in a great location to access the beach, the Earl Young houses and the down town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We really enjoyed our time at the Half House! It was such a unique experience, and perfect timing with our girls being ages 5 and 7. The house had everything we needed and was in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven in a Tiny House
The coziness of this fairytale home is without compare. Perched on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, this hobbit house is within walking distance of all downtown Charlevoix has to offer along with easy access to parks and beaches. I adored staying here and look forward to the opportunity to do so again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024