See all properties
Save
Entire home

Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage

Step into your home away from home in downtown Mackinaw City. Enjoy shopping on Main Street or take the ferry to explore Historic Mackinac Island.

Photo gallery for Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage

Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage

Beautiful remodeled cottage in the heart of Mackinaw City. Located downtown and only a stone throw from Main Street. The cottage is a short three block walk from the Ferry lines to Historic Mackinac Island. Listed as a home but the feel of a historic Up North Cottage. Plenty of space for family gatherings. The first floor has a full bathroom and a laundry room with a washer/dryer doubling as a half bath. Upstairs has two bedrooms, a bathroom and an open area with two twin built in beds and a sectional with a sofa sleeper. Great for the youngsters! Outside you will find a nice yard, great for watching summer Tuesday and Friday night fireworks!. This is a quiet neighborhood in a residential area.
Things to do locally: Downtown Mackinaw City where there is excellent shopping, food, breweries and indoor water parks among several other tourist adventures. Near is skiing, golfing, boating, beaches, parasailing, Casino, the Mackinac Bridge leading to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and last but not least the ferry lines providing transportation to Historic Mackinac Island.

Property manager

Nick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking 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: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Similar properties

Exterior

Walk To The Lake, Beach, Indoor Waterpark And Downtown

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
6.4 out of 10, (74)
Walk To The Lake, Beach, Indoor Waterpark And Downtown

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

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, 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Mackinaw City, MI

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 3 min walk
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 6 min walk
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 7 min walk
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage located?

Located in the center of Mackinaw City, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Mackinaw Bridge Museum and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darsi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Nice house close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
This is a cute little cottage. Perfect location!!! A very easy walk to the Ferry for Mackinac Island, shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house, perfect location
I will definitely stay again. Very cute house and couldn’t ask for better location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
We loved the comfort and cleanliness of the house. It was great to be able to walk to the ferry, the lighthouse, the bakery, several other restaurants, and the main shopping area. The kitchen had a good selection of necessary utensils and pots, and the beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Go! (and relax)
the charm and location were perfect for our various adventures and a great place to just relax in between.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter getaway
Everything was perfect for a long weekend. The home is close to many things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place!
We really enjoyed our stay here - house was very comfy, well-appointed, nicely redone, and fun. Great location - quiet neighborhood, but so nice to just park and be able to walk a few blocks to restaurants, the park by the bridge, ferry, or anywhere else. Even got to sit in the front yard enjoying a fun fireworks show. I'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

vivienne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Very spacious. Just husband and i, but would be great for large family, or 2 couples. SHORT walk to all downtown activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies Trip
Close to the ferries and shopping. Home is clean and homey. Neighborhood is nice and people are friendly. I would use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs.
It was the perfect place for our family and nice and close to mackinaw city downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family time location
We enjoyed the convenience of the location. It was off season, but we were still able to walk 3 blocks to see the bridge lit up at night. Also very close to the market, walking distance. We went to the island for one day to hike. Very convenient. The set up of this place was perfect for family time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loretta J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location Cute place!
We stayed here with Friends and loved the place. The location is a lot closer to shopping and the water than the listing has stated which was a pleasant surprise. We would stay here again and recommend it to others. We had an issue with the AC unit when we first got there ( which we understand issues can always happen at anytime) the owner had someone there and had it resolved within an hour. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J., Detroit, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great central location for Mackinaw City
Really enjoyed this location—walking distance to several of Mackinaw City’s better dining options, easy access to ferries to Mackinac Island, and perfect positioning to conveniently start the Bridge Walk from the south side. Easy drives to Tahquamenon and nice beaches along Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. House was nice as well—seems to have received some new updates just recently. Our son enjoyed the beds in the loft and the two rooms at the top for the adults were cozy and adequate. Would return again as a base for exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! charming, clean & spacious
This house is ideally located walking distance to everything in MacCity. It is an older home thats totally redone, awesome bathrooms, beautiful woodworking throughout, 4 comfy beds. And a laundry room & dishwasher! Three cheers for that! We enjoyed our stay very much & felt safe and comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, Comfy Stay
This house was so convenient for everything in Mackinaw. We could walk everywhere. We had a spacious, quiet stay in the center of it all. The house was clean and comfortable, it fit all of our needs and we felt cozy staying in the house as much as exploring. At first is was going to be our family of 5, and then my parents stayed with us. It easily fit all 7 of us with additional family coming over who traveled with us. We had a small snaffoo at checkin, but our host was immediately responsive, and even provided us with a giftcard in town to Mackinaw Bakery, which I recommend for great food and good service. Definitely worth your stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed
Perfectly described in the listing this house is exactly what we were looking for. It's close to everything. The neighborhood is perfect for taking a walk and enjoying what the city has to offer. The house was immaculate. Plenty of area for the 6 of us. We are actively looking for other dates to stay at this house in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Centrally located and walking distance to the ferry and shopping. This was a big plus! We like our space when sleeping so the beds were a little small but otherwise it was good. Some nice updates to the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guest
Convenient to most all attractions and hosted many amenities to serve the needs of a family! Highly recommend this property and team.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great college reunion!!
Five sorority sisters from the 60's spent four fun filled days in this cute house. It is perfect for sightseeing in Mackinaw City as well as getting to the ferry to Mackinaw Island. The convenience was wonderful. The house was clean, equipped with all the kitchen utensils necessary and quite cozy. I would recommend a visit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Family Vacation
We had a great time! Location was perfect! It met all our needs. Very comfortable! Cute place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucille K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Hidden Gem in Mackinaw City
As soon as I viewed The Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage on vrbo I knew I wanted to stay there. The location was perfect for walking to the places we wanted to go including the historic sites, ferry, shops and restaurants. In the evening we took walks to see the Mackinaw Bridge lit up and stroll along the lake front. The furniture in the house was cozy and the kitchen was well equipped. The decorum made for a relaxing vacation atmosphere. I highly recommend this charming home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Little Cottage!
This little cottage is so cute and impeccably clean! It is located in a nice neighborhood and is close to many attractions. We were able to walk to shops, restaurants, a beach, the Ferry to Mackinac Island and so much more! We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Week
Adorable place and in the perfect location to enjoy the city and island! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and convenient location
This property was adorable, very clean and convenient to downtown. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024