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Spectacular Sunsets

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Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining
On the beach
Exterior
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms228 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • 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.

Spectacular Sunsets

Breathtaking views and sunsets from our lake front home that is perched on 140’ of beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline. Our home has four bedrooms and two baths on two levels, with an additional loft area which can be used as an extra living and sleeping areas. We have plenty of space for everyone to spread out, relax, watch tv, play video games, play pool or just read a book.

Relax and unwind as you enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Michigan from our multiple level decks. Bring your kayak or paddle board to thoroughly enjoy the beauty of Lake Michigan, or comb the beach for Petoskey stones.

We are conveniently located between Charlevoix and Petoskey at the end of a quiet street in Bay Shore. Access to biking and hiking trails are located on our street, as well as a community park.

Explore the quaint charm of downtown Charlevoix, or check out the shops and restaurants in Petoskey. Closer to our cottage you can check out the world class golf, shopping, and dining at Bay Harbor

Property manager

Tami Brinkel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golfing on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2450 sq ft (228 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: no
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, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Michigan Waterfront Charlevoix
Lake Michigan Waterfront Charlevoix
Beautiful Water Front Home on Lake Michigan
Lake Michigan Waterfront Private vacation home
Lake Michigan Waterfront Private vacation home Charlevoix

About the neighborhood

Map
Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Bay Harbor Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Great Lakes Center for the Arts - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Crooked Tree Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Odawa Casino - 14 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Odawa Casino Resort - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burnt Marshmallow Brewstillery & Rudbeckia Winery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Sunsets?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Sunsets located?

This family-friendly Charlevoix vacation home is located on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Horton Bay and Charles A. Ransom Nature Preserve. Crooked Tree Golf Club and Great Lakes Center for the Arts are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Spectacular Sunsets Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

gary c.

Liked: Cleanliness
as advertised
clean, well-furnished and well-stocked. great views. responsive host. highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Great property on a quiet dead end road. Just a few things to know before you go, the view is amazing but the beach area is all rocks and there are about 75 stairs to climb down to access the beach. The house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. I would stay again in the future. The host provided detailed check-in instructions and was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari L., ANN ARBOR, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views and fun, comfortable spaces
We had a reunion of 5 college friends at the house. The space was excellent for our needs. We loved the extensive deck and the million dollar views! The kitchen was well stocked with all the necessary equipment. We had fun playing ping pong and billiards, and watched movies and football on the big screen. Beds were comfortable! We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location
The location is quiet and relaxing, yet close to activities. A very good starting point for our range of interests - bicycling; golfing; shopping; sightseeing; wineries. The house was very clean and well appointed. Host was extremely easy to work with and a good communicator. Stairs are not an issue for most adults. Be aware if travelling with small children or mobility challenged. That said - could also stay very comfortably on one level!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Lake Michigan perfection
This house and these owners were amazing! The views, the private waterfront access, the decks and outdoor space were absolutely amazing. The house was beautiful, very well equipped, and so comfortable. There are 3 levels and plenty of space to spread out. We had two minor issues arise while staying there and the owners responded immediately and arranged prompt repairs and solutions to fix the issues (even on a weekend). There are plenty of games, activities supplied but my kids used the biggest attraction the most which was the lake! Great location and easy access to Petoskey, Charlevoix, Harbor Springs, and the Petoskey Stare Park. Will definitely want to rent this house again next time we are lucky enough to be in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt right at home!
We had plenty of room for our large group. The kitchen, living areas and bedrooms were very useful. The kids enjoyed the basement and all of the games provided - way more than I thought there would be. But most of all - THAT VIEW AND BEACH! We felt like we belonged right where we were and didn’t want to leave. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunset
Great location!!! Great home!! Wonderful owners!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Lake Michigan Views
The description for the rental was spot on. We loved waking up in the morning to the crashing of the waves on the beach. Loved the central location between Petoskey and Charlevoix. Property owner was easy to get hold of and very responsive. Already looking forward to our next visit! We would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly relaxation!
A perfect location between Petoskey and Charlevoix. Property is at the waterline. Well equipped. Even a washer and dryer. Very clean, well appointed and breathtaking sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful inside and out!
We were blown away by the view! The gardens were beautiful and well kept. The inside provided plenty of space for our family and something for everyone. We really enjoyed our stay and hated to leave! Super convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house and location!
My husband and I and 4 kids ranging in ages from 18-22 stayed at this house for 6 nights to attend a wedding in Charlevoix. The location and view were so beautiful that pictures don’t do it justice. Very private and quiet. The house itself is very well equipped and stocked. I’m a self-professed foodie and was very impressed with the kitchen tools, small appliances, utensils and crockery. I was able to cook and bake away and the only thing I could not find was a potato peeler. Kids loved the games room downstairs, the loft upstairs and the beach. The location itself was very convenient to both Petoskey and Charlevoix and there’s a great bike path extending all the way to both towns with unbelievable views. Tami was a great hostess who was prompt to answer our questions. The house guidelines were all clearly documented. The outdoor patios, seating and gas fire pit were all well maintained and very comfortable. Plenty of extra blankets provided. Not a ton of towels but lovely newer washing machine and dryer fully stocked with detergent and fabric softener to wash the towels as needed. The only drawback I noticed was a public access stairway next to the property that draws people going to the beach and parking on the dead end in front of the house. This combined with an open backyard and no gate preventing people from accessing the back of the house, doorwalls, any personal possessions on the decks. Just felt it could have been more secured. Otherwise, it was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl Time!
This place is even better than advertised…….the cleanliness, amenities and multi levels of decks for spectacular views was worth every penny!! We had such a great time and rarely left during our stay, but when we did have to leave, anything we needed wasn’t a far drive. With it pretty much in the middle of Charlevoix and Petosky it was very convenient to venture to both cities during our stay…….Tami was very easy to get ahold of, and she answered texts very quickly. I highly recommend this place and surely hope to make it back again one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Palm Harbor, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Beautiful home with amazing views. Would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Siblings Getaway
We had the opportunity to get away with our siblings and their significant others for a long weekend getaway. We could not have picked a better home to stay in for four days. While we liked the option of a pool table and tvs, we found ourselves enjoying the entertaining spaces outside and never turned on a tv. We were able to enjoy our morning coffee and conversation on the back deck overlooking the Lake Michigan waves bouncing off the shore. After watching the views for a while, we would venture down to the water line to look for a few rocks, of course petoskeys and fossils were plentiful. Throughout the day, we found ourselves migrating down the deck to the second layer overlooking the beautiful lake view as we had dinner and plenty of laughter. The evenings were filled with breathtaking sunsets just before we migrated into the great room for game nights and laughter into the night. The house itself had everything we could ask for. Comfortable beds, fans, and plenty of privacy. The house was perfectly landscaped, was immaculately clean and beautifully decorated. It was located close in proximity to the quaint towns and wineries, and is located next to a very long biking/walking trail. We enjoyed ourselves and each other so much, we all hope this was the first of many annual trips together. The Smith Family
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caryn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The View
Amazing view. Close to Petoskey in and Charlevoix, and lots of activities.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home with a beautiful view. The large deck was a perfect spot to relax.
We enjoyed the rocky beach for collecting and skipping stones. The home is just down the road from a trail through t the woods to the waterfront, as well. It’s nicely located near downtown Petoskey and is a a great place for a family who likes adventures.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Close to town. Comfortable & quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Beach Get Together
The home was great and so was the beach. All the amenities you could possibly need! Tami was great and immediately responded when I had a question! Definitely would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great experience
My family (2 young adult kids amd parents) had a wonderful time at this beautiful location and great house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake experience
Another great week in this wonderful house in a perfect location. Rock castles on the beach, s’mores on the fire, sunsets for days, bikes and runs on the nearby trail with quick trips into petoskey and charlevoix. Couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet family vacation
House was beautiful and location was gorgeous. Fantastic views of the sunset over Lake Michigan. The whole family including to young kids enjoy our stay! Petosky and Charlevoix are only a short drive away as well as a couple state parks on Lake Michigan and Lake Charlevoix.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Fantastic property, very relaxing halve way between Petosky and Charlevoix, about an hour from Mackinaw bridge. All rock beach, so good for rock hunting. Highly recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesli P., Chillicothe, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and location!
My siblings and our spouses rented this house for a long weekend getaway. It is very beautiful and well-appointed. The beds were comfortable and the shower was hot. The outdoor seating areas are very accommodating with gorgeous landscaping and amazing views of Lake Michigan. I’ve stayed in other lakefront properties with stairs that are not easy to navigate but the stairs were in great condition.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
My family and I loved everything about the house. It was clean, well-stocked and a perfect size for the 6 of us. We especially enjoyed the game room and patio on our first chilly day there. The view was gorgeous and the sunsets spectacular. Tami was quick to respond to questions. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021