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The Heart of the Village

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Books
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 249 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

The Heart of the Village

This studio apartment in the heart of Northport is within walking distance to everything you'll need. Two bar/restaurants and a boutique bowling alley are across the street and within one block you'll find a public beach on Northport Bay, the public marina, a grocery store, an additional restaurant, quaint shops, the post office, a bank, and a craft beer brew pub. This is the perfect place to experience life in a small town!
Additionally, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, boats, bicycles and other summer fun items are available from a rental business located next door. Enjoy your water sports in the bay (a half a block away) and bike around town or down many of the scenic roads in the area. (Which is pretty much all of them!)

On the Northwest corner of the village is the Northport Creek Golf Course, winner of the Golf Digest 2015 Green Star Award. It is a public, 35 par course designed by Jerry Matthews.

The Willowbrook Mill wedding venue is just two blocks away.

The apartment is tucked away down a hill and behind a garage at the back of the property and can't be viewed from the street. East facing windows provide beautiful sunrises with partial views of Northport Bay.

Please keep in mind that being in the center of town may occasionally mean hearing some of the hustle and bustle that comes with village life. (Although we have very considerate neighbors!) For example, on Friday evenings throughout the summer, the "Music in the Park" performances, which play genres such as jazz and folk music among others, can be heard from on the property. Performances end at 9:00pm.
Sit out in the yard and enjoy the music, or grab the totable lawn chairs provided and head down to the gazebo at the park to enjoy the music with the rest of the community.

The area around Northport is known for scenic vistas of Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan, orchards, vineyards and natural areas.

Visit the Northport/Omena Chamber of Commerce page of FaceBook for a list of events and additional information on the area.

Some local businesses may change their hours of operation frequently. Check their websites or FB accounts for updates.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 530 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: While we love animals, our no pet policy is firm.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No cribs, highchairs, etc. provided.

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

Property is also known as

Heart of the Village Apartment
Heart of the Village Northport
Heart of the Village Apartment Northport

About the neighborhood

Map
Northport, MI

What's nearby

  • Willowbrook Mill - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Peterson Park - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Christmas Cove Beach - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 12 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northport Brewing - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Wine Cellars - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Knot Just A Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fischer's Happy Hour Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪New Bohemian Cafe - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Heart of the Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Heart of the Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Heart of the Village?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Heart of the Village located?

Located in the heart of Northport, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Willowbrook Mill and Lake Michigan. Christmas Cove Farms and Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Heart of the Village Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Visit
The area is lovely and we enjoyed great weather. Our accommodations were very comfortable and clean. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Short walk to everything in Northport, thank you for the hospitality, I look forward to staying with you again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple Abode
Great location for a relaxing time. Is a very nice one room stay. And a great base for exploring Leelanau peninsula.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Remco Z., East Lansing, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place & Area
Stayed her for 2 nights. Great place and great for experiencing the whole area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot in town Northport
The place was immaculately clean, the communication with Karen was fantastic, and the awesome treats were a wonderful surprise. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northport stay
I enjoyed staying at this property. It was clean and quiet. The snacks and book a gift were a nice touch. I'd recommend this property to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

traci s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Heart of the Village accommodation
This is the BEST location in the BEST village in Leelanua County. Perfect place to relax and enjoy Northport. Steps from beach, restaurants, cafes and galleries. Would return anytime and any season!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northport Gem
This is a very private, clean and enjoyable studio apartment, right in the center of Northport. Eould definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Right in the heart of Northport with an easy walk to the beach, stores and restaurants. Great communication and care shown by our hosts. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

toni w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
delightful stay
We loved the Heart of the Village and the host was very kind and thoughtful. We would like to return another time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Property met expectations…..owner excellent communication and very helpful & informative……
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northport getaway
Quaint, quiet getaway for two located in the heart of Northport. Walking distance to great restaurants and a local brewery as well as the beach and marina. A short drive to area wineries and other attractions. Studio was clean and comfortable, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly the Heart of the Village
Although we only stayed for a short weekend, it didn’t take long to see that this is a perfect little getaway spot. Not only was the property beautiful and the rental super clean, but you really are within walking distance to anything you might need during your stay. Cherry on top was meeting the owners’ dog, Lily - so adorable! Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina F., Loogootee, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northport Vacation '22
Property was well maintained in the downtown area. It was a short walk to the beach. The village life was enjoyable. Venues such as Sleeping Dunes were within an easy driving distance. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Risa L., Carlsbad, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Studio in Northport, MI
This is a comfortable studio in town in Northport.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnny M., Grand Blanc

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway
Very clean and cozy location within walking distance of waterfront, a brewery, a market, charming shops, and several good restaurants. Karen was an ideal host with great communication and flexible checking in and out. The snacks were a great surprise. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

aaron g g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northport coziness.
We loved the place. Very comfy bed, clean and well cared for! Room to wash plates and microwave snacks! Walking distance to everything! Beautiful town and access to water! Beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Karen was a very gracious host. We enjoyed our stay and the studio was clean and spacious. Snacks, water and coffee were provided and were appreciated. We have already recommended her place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northport excellence
CLEAN. Provided all you need (beach towels, folding chairs cooler and snacks) only thing missing was a tv. Great communication. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northport. MI Wedding Weekend
Our stay was awesome! Karen made everything so easy from check-in to providing welcome snacks and even a copy of the children's book she has authored!! The place was simple, very clean, and spacious. The VRBO is in a perfect location in Northport for walking to the quaint and idyllic town restaurants and shops. If you don't need anything fancy this is a great place to stay, Quiet and just perfect. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
Clean, cute space. Just no cooking there unless you use a microwave. We ate out at great places in town so not a hassle for us. 1 block walk to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

leslie o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hiking near northport
The property was super clean, the host was friendly and it is in the perfect location if you like being in town. We are active types of people, and like being in a town to walk around and then be able to drive to an excursion and this was a great spot as a homebase. We drove to Leland one day and took the ferry to South Manitou Island to do a long hike. The next day we drove to the Platte River and tubed the river and did pyramid point hike on the way. Perfect quick getaway spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G., Holland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Fall Vacay
Perfect spot for those that don’t enjoy large crowds! Quiet and cute little neighborhood and still plenty to do on a cold windy rainy weekend. Lots of wine tasting! Only thing we would have enjoyed more was a TV to watch the U of M game! The pub closes at 9 in the fall! Other than that it was perfect. Clean and Karen was very attentive! We would love to come back some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Place to Stay Right Downtown
Karen's place is exactly as advertised..although even a little better due to all of the nice touches that she leaves for you. The studio was spacious and absolutely spotless. She had left treats for our arrival and beach towels, beach chairs and a foam cooler which made beach going much easier! You can literally walk to every single thing in Northport from the house. It has everything you need for a couple to stay and enjoy Northport. We would definitely return. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
We came for a wedding at Verterra and this was super convenient. Everything was in walking distance. Host was very nice and we had everything we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024