Location: Charlevoix, Northwest, Michigan, USA (Halfway between Elk Rapids and Charlevoix) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 11-12)
Keywords: Water front cottage, immaculate, cozy, beautiful.
* 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Waterfront, 100 feet from the water. Easily accommodates large families. Spectacular sunsets and views of Grand Traverse Bay. This place is heaven.
* Gameroom complete in 2011. Foosball, ping pong, Yamaha digital piano, basketball game, karaoke.
* This is the place to make memories. As one guest said, "This has been one of the best times of my life. It just doesn't get any better than this!"
*100' of private beach. Kayak, sail, swim, fly a kite or walk on miles of beach right outside your door.
*Shallow, sandy waters perfect for young children.
*Tankless hot water heater provides an endless supply of hot water.
*No less than 300 count sheets and fluffy towels available.
*New furnishings, sleep 10-12 in comfort. Plenty of room to spread out.
*Grocery store 5 minutes away.
*Fine dining at nearby Rowe Inn one of Michigan's most acclaimed restaurants.
*Plenty of parking as cottage is located on 1.5 wooded acres.
*Four season location spot. Ski, snowboard, or snowmobiling, close by in the winter season.
*Boat launch 5 minutes away. Room for boat and trailer on property.
*See link under price for additional photos.
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Comments From Previous Rentals:
Dear Denise; The house is special, there is no denying that. But what makes it even more special is your attention to detail, responsiveness to my calls, and most importantly top notch customer service. This is our third year back and each year the house get nicer; like installing the new game room. You take notice of the little things other property owners miss; and that makes all the difference.
Sonya & her family.
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Denise,
Oh my goodness, if we had had more fun it would have been a sin!! I got "Travel Agent Of the Year" awards from my friends. We were blown away by your cottage. It was beautiful and just fit us to a T. Everyone said that this trip was the best of all 5 years prior to this one and we've gone to the Dells, Mackinac Island, etc. But what it also was was that we didn't run all over the place, going, going all the time. With all the beautiful hiking and walks on the beach, etc, we just stayed put and it was wonderful. We're all very busy women and for all nine of us to just "be" was fantastic. I think we have decided that we want to come back again next year, but it's a little too far out to try and plan the "when". Several of us have grandbabies on the way and things like that, so we're not sure about when it will work for next year. We usually try for September sometime so I'll let you know!
Again, thank you so much! It was a fantastic vacation...the weather wasn't the best, but it didn't matter!! Oh, by the way, your beach might be minus a few Petoskey stones:)
Becky
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Hi Denise--We're back in Ohio and we wish we were back on White Pines Drive. We loved every minute of our two weeks there. You have created a warm, comfortable, cozy yet spacious home that we thoroughly enjoyed. We loved all the special decorating touches, especially some of the mirrors! Everything that we could possibly want was there--from the up to date kitchen to the great beds and linens to the clean, sandy beach. We played volleyball, went out on the paddle boat, and played corn toss by the hour. We ate lunch at the beach table, read books under the umbrellas and built sandcastles. The grandkids, ages 12 and 9, loved the diner/porch!
When our son and his fiance were with us the first few days, one of our favorite evenings was when we all made paella. Your kitchen provided ample room for everyone to work, and we put our paella pan right on the grill. What a great evening on the deck! We had bonfires almost every evening with s'mores. The sunsets were awesome!
The table in the family room is perfect for working puzzles. Have you tried the puzzles made by Ravensburg where the puzzle is not the picture on the box? They are very challenging, but certainly fun!
We made every effort to leave your home in the wonderful, clean, tidy condition it was when we arrived.
Thank you for creating a perfect vacation spot for our family. We want to return for the same 2 weeks next year, unless the last 2 weeks of July are available. Our son's wedding is Aug. 20, and we want to be available to them during the weeks prior to the wedding.
Jane
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Denise-- I just want to tell you how much I loved your home. It was so nice to walk into such a respectable rental. I can tell you really put your heart and soul into it. It was so delightful there- I did not want to leave. Also my husband and I are discussing next summer already and we are interested in renting it in August.. What weeks are available?
Thanks again
Lori
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Denise, we had a wonderful time and your home was even better than we hoped for. Our weather was warm and sunny the earlier part of the week so we were able to enjoy the beach and lake. It got cooler and windy on Thursday and Friday but it didn’t stop us from doing things. Sitting on the gliders on the deck and watching the sunset was truly a high point. Renting your home gave us a chance to be with our kids. As they get older and busier it’s hard to find the time. Especially since our younger son moved to Nashville.
I know you put a lot into the house since you bought it so we treated it as we would our own. Our “no shoes in the house policy” extended to yours as well!!
Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Linda
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : We have Geothermal AC & Heat. Quiet heat and AC. No noisy ac units. We have gone GREEN!
- Linens Provided : No less than 300 count sheets and fluffy bath towels provided.
- Washer : High Capacity front load.
- Dryer : Large Capacity.
- Garage
- Off Street Parking : Large 1.5 acre lot with lots of parking.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Stove : Wood provided.
- Beds
- King Bed : Second floor Master bedroom with private bath. Overlooking lake. Flat screen TV with satellite and DVD player. Walk in closet.
- Queen Bed : First floor with adajacent bathroom. Large closet.
- Twin/Single Bed : Second floor bedroom has 2 twin beds and one trundle bed. Hallway bath.
- Bunk Bed : Double bed on bottom; with a twin bed on the top bunk. Hallway bath.
- Convertible Bed : King Size "Comfort Sleeper" sofabed in first floor enclosed all weather porch.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : DirectTV with VCR and DVD player.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : There is an extensive movie selection.
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Hickory cabinets, microwave, electric stove, and oven. Theatre style popcorn maker.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully equipped.
- Refrigerator : New LG French Door,with in the door icemaker and water dispenser.
- Dishwasher : New dishwasher, very quiet.
- Microwave : New microwave.
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Four main burners and an intense heat infrared searing side burner with raised lid are sure to meet your grilling needs. For your cooking convenience this grill also includes a halogen light for night use. Gas is direct connected, no propane tank required.
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Avaiable for those who love charcoal cooking.
- Deck/Patio : Seating for 8 at beautiful Jared wood table. Additional seating as well as around the enormous lakefront deck. Incredible views of the lake which is about 100 ft from the deck.
- View/Location
- Beachfront : The beach is 100 ft from the house. No steps, just a sandy path to the beach.
- Lakefront : 100' of private lakefront. House faces West; spectacular sunsets. Fire pit on the beach with seating; lounge and beach chairs.
- Communications
- Telephone : Cordless intercom phones throughout the house.
- Free Long Distance : Free calls to anywhere in US.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless Internet - just bring your laptop.
- Other Amenities
- Paddle boat, volleyball, beach toys.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Shallow water, sandy beach.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- We just installed a game room over the two car garage. Ping pong, basketball game, foosball and Yamaha Digital Piano. Great for those occasional rainy days.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June to July 2..................$2450 Sat - Sat $150 cleaning fee
July 2 to Sept 3................$2975 Sat - Sat $150 cleaning fee
Sept 3 thru May ...............$1000 for first 3 nights which includes taxes and
cleaning fees; each add'l night $175.00
Terms: 50% deposit due at time of reservation; remainder plus refundable $300.00
security deposit and 6% MI State sales tax due 30days prior to arrival.
Check-in after 4pm / Check-out: 10am
Off season: early checkin/out possible
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Right on Lake! Beautiful, Romantic, Fun! Early June & Sep Open
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Charlevoix
After the twins were born we grew to a family of seven, no longer fitting in our family's home at vacation time. That prompted us to we start renting lake front homes. The last few years we have been disappointed in the quality of the homes we were renting. Some were directly on the road, dangerous for young children and quite noisey. Others were dirty and had uncomfortable beds and out of date furnishings. We decided that maybe we could find a place of our own to buy and prehaps rent out to others. After looking for over a year, we found the perfect place!
The Unique Benefits at this House
We found this beautiful property, away from the road, surrounded by beautiful forests, and directly on Grand Traverse Bay! Many houses were ruled out due to the poor state they were in or due to the rocky beaches they were on. But this house had a beautiful sandy beach and no steps down to the water. We are close to Charlevoix and Elk Rapids, golf courses are right down the road, and there are no main roads near the house. We have plenty of parking for our family and friends and a barn with a loft that will eventually be perfect for a game room. The beach is private and one can walk for miles in either direction. It is easy to go mushroom hunting, bike riding, skiiing outside our cottage in the winter, and hunting right down the road at Antrim Natural Preserve. The huge deck has beautiful views of the water where we can watch the kids while relaxing or barbecuing. This place is heaven!
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Owner's Map of Charlevoix
Todd and I have five children; ranging from 14 to 21 years of age. We have vacationed in Michigan for over 20 years, visiting friends and family. We enjoy sailing, skiing, tubing, snorkeling, water skiing, biking and walking on the beach. Michigan has provided us with a multitude of fun filled summers, year after year.
Property Photos
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- Sailing from the beach in front of the cottage. - Waterfront Vacation Home in Charlevoix near Beach, Boating, and Skiing
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- Spacious kitchen, hickory cabinets, stainless steel appliances, seating for 12 - Waterfront Vacation Home in Charlevoix near Beach, Boating, and Skiing
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- Playing in the sand right outside the cottage. - Waterfront Vacation Home in Charlevoix near Beach, Boating, and Skiing
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- Lakeside view of cottage
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- Game Room finished June 2011. Piano, Foosball, ping pong, basketball, karaoke
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- Family room takes you right out to the spacious deck!
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- King bed, private bath, flat screen TV, walk-in closet in master suite
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- Beautiful sun porch with bar, dining booth and king size sleeper sofa.
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- Bedroom with 2 twin beds and trundle located upstairs.
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- First floor bedroom with Queen sized bed and huge closet.
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- Enjoy the sunset and lake views right from your enormous deck.
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- Relax on the enclosed porch, sofa pulls out to a king sized bed if needed.
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- Back View of Cottage
Traveler Reviews (18)
A Wonderful Week with the Family
Guest: Michele
(Royal Oak, MI)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11
Review Submitted: 10/14/11
My husband, 3-year old daughter, and I spent a wonderful weekend at the cottage with both of our moms/grandmas and an aunt. The house was laid out well for our family situation, and we all had plenty of room. We all commented how much we enjoyed all of the small details of the house, which made the cottage seem very comfortable, from the well-appointed kitchen to the sand toys and games for my daughter. We used the sun porch a lot as well - my daughter got a kick out of eating at and playing in the booth. Loved the paddle boat and the beach chairs as well! Having a wireless network was also a plus for us. I'd definitely recommend this property to anyone. Denise was wonderful to work with as well. She was very responsive and gave us lots of ideas of things to do in the area. The closest city was Charlevoix (about 20 minutes), but the drive was easy. And, even though we went in mid-September when the weather was sometimes cool, the water was warm. It was a nice beach for walking!
Owner response:Michele, I am so glad that you had a great time. Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. Please come again soon! Sincerely, Denise
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Wonderful Vacation!!
Guest: Sue
(Englewood, CO)
Date of Stay: 08/28/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
Hi Denise! Got the security deposit check thanks. Your home is so beautiful, we had a wonderful vacation!!! Grandaughtes searched for Petosky stones, loved Bon fires and stars but the sunsets were amazing!!!! My daughter and daughter in law did get massages too! It was a great week, but just flew by!!!! Thanks for sharing your wonderful home!!
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Our vacation stay at this wonderful beach house
Guest: Steve
(Deerfield, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 08/11/11
This was our first time staying at this beautiful beach house and our expectations going in were exceeded. The waterfront is perfect, especially for our young grandchildren. A sandy beach and the lake that deepens very gradually. Great for swimming and water toys. The beach house is roomy and well appointed throughout, ranging from the ample, modern kitchen to the dining booth for the grandkids to the great bedrooms...all looking out on the lake. The new game room was also a hit for the young ones. It was a wonderful diversion for the one rainy day we experienced during our stay. All in all, a great place to stay. We will have many memories of our stay to cherish in the years ahead.
Owner response:Stephen, Thank you for staying at our cottage. I am so glad that you and your family had such a great time. It makes me feel good to hear that my home was even nicer than you had anticipated. that the beach was great and that you enjoyed the game room. I try to make the house a special place for those who come. I hope you come again.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+.
Guest: Steve
(Englewood, CO)
Date of Stay: 08/01/11
Review Submitted: 08/02/11
Hi Denise, We've settled in and are thoroughly enjoying your beautiful home. It totally met our expectations and we couldn't be more pleased. Yesterday, we canoed the Jordan River; today is rainy so we will play games and drive to Charlevoix to nose around. Loving it. Steve
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Guest: Sandhya
(Englewood, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 07/27/11
Thanks Denise, We had a WONDERFUL week full of laughter and great memories. The house is beautiful and the kids loved the lake. We had a fantastic day at Torch lake on a huge pontoon with jet skis and tubing. Stafford's Weathervane was EXCELLENT!! Thanks for all your help. Sandhya
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Guest: Jane
(Englewood, CO)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11
Review Submitted: 07/16/11
Hi Denise--Well, we're back home.....We had a WONDERFUL 2 weeks at your home! As we found last year, everything was great.....It's just so peaceful driving down that long dirt road in the woods to your home. We noticed the shutters right away and the new path to the kitchen door. That was great when we were unloading groceries. Thanks for all the goodies in the refrigerator and pantry....The lights down by the beach are nice, and the boys liked the game room after a day out in the sun on the beach. I think you might have added some new plantings outside? We did use the big paella pan and it was perfect for the 8 adults there over the July 4th weekend. Everyone has a job on paella night and your big kitchen provides ample room for everyone to work! We put the paella pan right on the grill and serve from there. I think that's becoming a family tradition! Of course, we had s'mores by the bonfire. Some friends gave us a new, simple constellation book by H.A. Rey so we were able to become more "star smart" on clear nights! You really worked hard when you were there....the faucets are nice. And the driveway.....I'm sorry it turned out to be such a monumental project to move the shed. But the enlarged driveway is really nice. We did get the jet ski for part of the 4th weekend and the kayak for the last week. That was fun, plus the kids loved taking Delaney on paddle boat rides Thank you soooo much for letting us stay....WE absolutely love it! We hope you were able to enjoy it, too, in the midst of all your work! jane and terry P.S. Have you ever gone to Pearls New Orleans Kitchen in Elk Rapids? We went there last night....great food and very busy!
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Peace and Relaxation
Guest: Maureen
(Highland, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10
Review Submitted: 09/22/10
After spending a week at this property in August (with the entire family), I can honestly say it was everything we had hoped it would be. The house is perfectly set up for group sit-down meals, bonfires on the beach, rainy day activities, etc. We numbered 11 with parents, children and grandchildren, and were very comfortable in these accommodations. The owners of the home were extremely helpful throughout the rental process, and they do a wonderful job of maintaining this beautiful home. My one complaint, and it's a minor one, is that the Bay in this area is somewhat rocky (nothing that a pair of water shoes won't cure!). I have already recommended this find to some friends and family, and will continue to do so.
Owner response:Maureen, Thank you for posting a review. It was wonderful having you and your family stay at our getaway cottage! I agree that water shoes help when walking the beach; thank goodness my beach is sandy. See you next year, thank you for making your reservations to come back in 2011.
Recommended for:Families with young children, sightseeing.
Guest: Becky
(Englewood, CO)
Date of Stay: 09/02/10
Review Submitted: 09/08/10
Oh my goodness, if we had had more fun it would have been a sin!! I got "Travel Agent Of the Year" awards from my friends. We were blown away by your cottage. It was beautiful and just fit us to a T. Everyone said that this trip was the best of all 5 years prior to this one and we've gone to the Dells, Mackinac Island, etc. But what it also was was that we didn't run all over the place, going, going all the time. With all the beautiful hiking and walks on the beach, etc, we just stayed put and it was wonderful. We're all very busy women and for all nine of us to just "be" was fantastic. I think we have decided that we want to come back again next year, but it's a little too far out to try and plan the "when". Several of us have grandbabies on the way and things like that, so we're not sure about when it will work for next year. We usually try for September sometime so I'll let you know! Again, thank you so much! It was a fantastic vacation...the weather wasn't the best, but it didn't matter!! Oh, by the way, your beach might be minus a few Petoskey stones:) Becky
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Guest: Jane
(Englewood, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/30/10
Review Submitted: 08/09/10
Hi Denise--We're back home and we wish we were back at the cottage. We loved every minute of our two weeks there. You have created a warm, comfortable, cozy yet spacious home that we thoroughly enjoyed. We loved all the special decorating touches, especially some of the mirrors! Everything that we could possibly want was there--from the up to date kitchen to the great beds and linens to the clean, sandy beach. We played volleyball, went out on the paddle boat, and played corn toss by the hour. We ate lunch at the beach table, read books under the umbrellas and built sandcastles. The grandkids, ages 12 and 9, loved the diner/porch! When our son and his fiance were with us the first few days, one of our favorite evenings was when we all made paella. Your kitchen provided ample room for everyone to work, and we put our paella pan right on the grill. What a great evening on the deck! We had bonfires almost every evening with s'mores. The sunsets were awesome! The table in the family room is perfect for working puzzles. Have you tried the puzzles made by Ravensburg where the puzzle is not the picture on the box? They are very challenging, but certainly fun! We made every effort to leave your home in the wonderful, clean, tidy condition it was when we arrived. Thank you for creating a perfect vacation spot for our family. We want to return for the same 2 weeks next year, unless the last 2 weeks of July are available. Jane and Terry
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