You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Little Bay Retreat: 2 Bedroom Downtown Petoskey!
Historic 2 bedroom home located downtown Petoskey, just two blocks from restaurants, shopping, and picture perfect million dollar views of Little Traverse Bay. Walk anywhere in town from this location! This former carriage house has been tastefully updated to make your experience hassle free. You'll love the three seasons sunroom - it's a great spot for morning coffee and evening card games. Grab dinner downtown and stroll the waterfront before heading home for the night at Little Bay Retreat.
Property manager
Cam Braddock
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Ski
Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Paper towels
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathrooms
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Hair dryer
Soap
Shampoo
Living spaces
Living room
Dining room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Books
Games
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On the lake
On the waterfront
In the city center
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Things to do
Fitness facilities nearby
Hunting nearby
Cycling nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Marina nearby
Water tubing nearby
Power boating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Birdwatching 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: 1465 sq ft (136 sq m)
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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
Petoskey, MI
What's nearby
Little Traverse History Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Bear River Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Odawa Casino - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Mackinaw Trail Winery - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Wendy's - 3 min drive
The Back Lot Beer Garden - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Bay Retreat: 2 Bedroom Downtown Petoskey! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Little Bay Retreat: 2 Bedroom Downtown Petoskey!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Little Bay Retreat: 2 Bedroom Downtown Petoskey!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Little Bay Retreat: 2 Bedroom Downtown Petoskey! located?
Located in the heart of Petoskey, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Little Traverse History Museum and Lake Michigan. Bear River and Bear River Park are also within 15 minutes.
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Little Bay Retreat: 2 Bedroom Downtown Petoskey! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
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Outstanding property. Location is ideal for downtown Petosky and is convenient for local ski resorts. Cam is a great host. Very responsive to questions. Would definitely stay here again in future.
Amazing location to walk downtown for great shopping and delicious food. The golf courses showcased some amazing fall color already and the wineries were top notch. Our favorite winery was Maple Moon. We will definitely stay here again. This home had so much personality and space.
We really enjoyed our stay at the Little Bay Retreat. This smaller house can accommodate a good number of people, and it was very clean upon arrival. It's a few blocks north of the shops of the downtown area. The two TV's provide a variety of streaming services. My only recommendation would be to offer local cable TV.
This home was perfect for our family of 5 for nearly a week. The home is newly redone (fresh paint, carpet, floors) and was beautifully done. There was plenty of space for us to relax and not be on top of each other. Beds were comfortable and the house was clean. Kitchen has everything we needed to cook a couple of meals. Location could not be better - you can walk into town and to the waterfront in just a couple of minutes. The owner was responsive and friendly. We would definitely stay again!
Tiffany M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cassandra
31 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I stayed here with three friends for a couple nights. The property was easy to find, spacious, and very clean. We loved having a full-size fridge, microwave, and the option of using a Keurig (pods provided) or a full size auto-drip coffee pot. The beds were comfy, and the upstairs bathroom had a ton of counter space. With four of us, it was nice having a half bath on the ground floor, too. It's just a short walk into the downtown area or to the waterfront. There is a slight incline, though, which may pose some difficulty for people with mobility issues. Overall, we felt it was the perfect property and hope to book it again for next year's trip.
Very centrally located property for our visit to Petoskey. Walked all over, though the town was pretty much done by 10 pm. Unfortunately it was a few hot June days and the house has no air conditioning. In addition, almost all windows do not open. No air movement made for some pretty uncomfortable nights. Fans helped a little, but a couple window air conditioners in the bedrooms upstairs would be a very welcome addition. We would not stay here again if the forecast called for any warm days at all.
We love Petoskey. Traveled with our 1 year old and had all of the accommodations of home. Cam the host was very responsive. The property was very clean and well maintained. We were able to walk to wherever we wanted from the house. Would stay again!
We had the best stay and location was perfect. We were able to walk everywhere downtown. Seamless check in. Host was great.
Elizabeth W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
4/10 Poor
Julie L.
26 September 2022
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dusty musty- disappointing
Received code for front door in the morning on day of reservation.
Host gave ideas for unloading of luggage, however, difficult to park car on driveway and get out safely with dangerous 5 foot drop off out the driver side door.
Picked up and appeared vacuumed, but terribly dusty baseboards and dusty old carpeting. Kitchen floor sticky. In general, it was not clean as some reviews had stated it was. No window covering in one bedroom window. No screen on one window so difficult to get fresh air. Questionable GFI outlet in bathroom. BEWARE for those who have dust allergies -I was sneezing and ill entire time while in the building.
JACK and Jill bathroom on second floor. Steep steps for our 83 year old guest.
Plenty of coffee and location was close to downtown eating and shops. Bed linens were soft and comfortable. We basically felt would could hack it for a few days, but we were extremely disappointed and spent as little time as possible in the building.
Julie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
4/10 Poor
Peggy H.
19 September 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property needs a lot work and repairs.
Petoskey is a great city and the location of this property is great for easy access to the city. But this property is in need of lots of repairs--missing light fixtures in both bedrooms, no cover on the kitchen light. Lots of light bulbs out or missing. Carpets were dirty-especially the stairs. Property was not landscaped or mowed--weeds and mulch running into the drive. Only one burner on the stove was working. I have stayed in many other VRBO properties around the US and this was by far one of the least cared for properties. I understand that items can get worn and a bit dated but all the missing lights and bulbs and overall disarray was not what I have experienced in the past nor what I expected. There was also a broken partially open light socket in the bathroom with no ground fault apparent. House was supposed large enough for 8 people. We had four bath towels, 3 hand towels and ONE face cloth (wash cloth). We were told there were extra linens in the closet--which was in total disarray. There were a few more bath towels but that was it. This house was by far the worse maintained house in a very lovely neighborhood. Lastly, the housekeeping was not what I have experienced with other VRBO properties--very disappointed to know what we were charged for cleaning and the house did not look clean--floors did not look moped, carpets did not look vacuumed, fixtures were stained--Very disappointing for such a great neighborhood and great little town.
We usually stay at the Perry, one block away, but they raised their prices. This little house was perfect for us and a lot more affordable. An opportunity would be to upgrade the toilet in the half bath. Outside of that, it worked well for our needs.
We loved the location of the house. We were able to walk to the shopping district in 5 minutes and we were able to walk down to the water in 5-10 minutes depending where you wanted to go. Highly recommend if you plan to access the social district. Definitely would stay again.
Great location, everything you need! Close to shopping, casino and restaurants! Older home but clean! Only bad thing is parking. One vehicle and if you have a bigger vehicle it is tight! Would stay here again anytime in the area. Owner was very quick to answer any questions. No issues while there so we didn’t contact him then.