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Exterior
Bar and Living Room.
Large fire pit and outdoor gathering space.
Large, well equipped and fully stocked gourmet kitchen.
Large living room with enough quality comfortable seating for everyone.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Charlevoix, MI
  • Place, Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mushroom House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Charlevoix
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Admiral

1 King Bed

Captain *ALL bunk beds*

2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Skipper

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2 - Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 - Upstairs Admiral Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Powder Room Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BEST DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Walk everywhere! All 5 Star Reviews

*IMPORTANT: We are a LEGAL AND REGISTERED STR. Pls be aware that the City Of Charlevoix requires ALL short term rentals to be registered with the City to operate legally. Booking an illegal STR means risking cancelation of your booking.

Are you looking for:

A truly unbeatable location one block from everything Charlevoix has to offer?

Safe, off street parking?

A place with large spaces to gather and make memories?

A location so central you can park your car and walk everywhere?

Central A/C?

Beautifully decorated spaces with quality linens, furniture, fixtures and fittings?

A spacious, well appointed and fully stocked kitchen with quality appliances?

Private, fully fenced outdoor areas with beautiful landscaping and a huge fire pit?

Dining tables that seat 10 comfortably inside and out?

A place rated highly for cleanliness?

A home with historic charm and character yet with every modern convenience?

Contactless keyless entry with your own secure personal access code at check in?

A super comfortable Home Away from Home experience?

All 5 Star reviews;

AND

An experienced, knowledgable and responsive host who really cares about your stay?

Then look no further!

'The Anchorage' provides all this and more and can't wait to host you in Charlevoix The Beautiful in stunning Northern Michigan!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
Absolutely NO exceptions.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING OR VAPING anywhere on the property.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We welcome all respectful and considerate guests. Breaking houses rules will result in immediate cancelation of your booking.
Our max occupancy as per strict City rules is 10 at any time. Only guests agreed to at booking are permitted to stay overnight at our property.
We do not refund or alter dates outside of your cancelation policy for any reason. Please insure your trip accordingly.

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: Absolutely NO exceptions.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number 23-00022

About the neighborhood

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this vacation home is in the city center. North Seas Gallery and Charlevoix Circle of Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light. Traveling with kids? Consider Artform Fabricating and Castle Farms. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Charlevoix Circle of Arts - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mushroom House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Charlevoix Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Charlevoix - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪B.C. Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Harbor View Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charlevoix Dairy Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪JAX - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEST DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Walk everywhere! All 5 Star Reviews pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at BEST DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Walk everywhere! All 5 Star Reviews?

As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BEST DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Walk everywhere! All 5 Star Reviews on Jul 7, 2026 start from $1,333, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BEST DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Walk everywhere! All 5 Star Reviews?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEST DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Walk everywhere! All 5 Star Reviews?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEST DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Walk everywhere! All 5 Star Reviews located?

Located in the center of Charlevoix, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Charlevoix Circle of Arts and Lake Michigan. Lake Michigan Beach and North Seas Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in Charlevoix. Everything was perfect and the location is phenomenal.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property in Charlevoix is not only convenient to downtown, mushroom houses, at least 3 beaches, and a marina, but it is also lovely and easily the best appointed VRBO we’ve rented. The owners have thought of everything. We would absolutely stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jamie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

You’ll love everything about this house. Full stop.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. Exceeded my expectations. We love to cook and there was plenty of space for all of us to cook together (9 of us) in this chef’s kitchen. We spent evenings around the bonfire making s’mores and listening to peaceful music or playing games. Beds were as comfortable as 5 star hotels that we’ve been to. Had the best family reunion ever! I hope to stay here again next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream house in Charlevoix

Beautiful house with a wonderful location to downtown. We loved it and would most definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Think Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful place!

My family and I really enjoyed this home. Our stay was 4 nights and each day was excellent. The short walk to downtown was a huge plus and we enjoyed all that Charlevoix had to offer. We will be back very soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best vacation rental by far!

We had an incredible time at The Anchorage! Pictures truly don’t do it justice, the property is beautiful and has everything you could ever ask for and more. The host was incredible and the location was outstanding! We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay near downtown Charlevoix. We can’t wait to book our next trip back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful home

Home is most attractive, immaculate, well appointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot to get ready for a wedding at Castle Farms!

The house has been beautifully updated and the location is perfect for walking to downtown Charlevoix. Tony was a pleasure to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect.

The anchorage exceeded our expectations. This is a beautiful house with all the amenities you need with a wonderful location. Tony is great and very responsive. We can’t wait to hopefully stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding!

Best equipped and cleanest rental in all our experiences. Thank you to the owner for anticipating needs and doing so with high quality and fun style!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Charlevoix Rental

Beautifully decorated and appointed home in ideal location! No detail was overlooked 😍 Pictures do not do it justice. We have stayed at many vrbo homes and this one truly is 5 stars! Thank you Tony!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Home, Perfect Location

We had such a great stay at the Anchorage! The location was the best part of it for us and we loved walking to everything all week. All of the spaces in the home were awesome - lounging, sleeping, relaxing, showers were awesome, and the kitchen was really set up well for cooking - I’ve never seen a rental so well supplied, for every possible need we could have, and the espresso maker was a real treat. Tony was very responsive and I can’t find a bad thing to say- highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect House

We absolutely loved our stay in Charlevoix! The home was perfect for our family of six, complete with a fully (and I mean fully!) stocked kitchen, three lovely bedrooms and multiple nicely renovated bathrooms. Everything was impeccably clean. The landscaping outside and the sweet decor inside made it really feel like home. Tony is a wonderful host and even left a thoughtful welcome gift. Walk to town, minutes from beaches, it’s the perfect place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Amazing Charlevoix Vacay!

It isn't summer until we arrive in Charlevoix. For the past 3 years, our little summer home has been Tony's magnificently charming abode on Antrim. As soon as walk in the door, it feels like we are truly home. No detail has been spared, no creature comfort forgotten. If I had to offer even a minor quibble, it would perhaps be that the master bedroom mattress is rather lumpy and soft, but that is about all I can come up with! It is, quite simply, a fantastic rental property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location and Property

The house itself was exactly as advertised in the pictures...it was super comfortable with a fabulous location (practically perfect). Just a short walk to a grocery store (Oleson's) which was super convenient, as well as downtown Charlevoix. In the opposite direction, just a few blocks away was Lake Michigan. The house itself was very clean and extremely well-stocked with all the essentials, plus some. When a problem arose, Tony was easy to contact, prompt in communicating and getting the problem taken care of. We would definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House

The house was beautifully decorated and super clean beyond what I can even describe, it felt like we were staying in a setting out of a magazine. The kitchen had everything you could ever need to prep meals and even had some basic food stocked in the pantry. Tony provided some toiletries just like a high-end hotel and even slippers for everyone. The backyard and deck with a huge firepit was surrounded by amazing landscaping and flowers and had a great private fence around the whole yard. The location was perfect for walking 1 block to downtown, 2 blocks to the beach and there was a handy food market right at the corner of the street. We walked everywhere easily! Tony was amazing host and we are already talking about going back to the house! Can not recommend enough!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Home Away From Home

For the past 20 years, my family and I have stayed at a hotel in Bay Harbor. Our tradition was sadly cut this year when the rates of the hotel had doubled. I quickly scrambled around online and found this property, which was located very close to downtown Charlevoix. I was slightly apprehensive about breaking tradition, but did not want to disappoint my children by saying that we were not going to Northern Michigan. I will never stay in the hotel property again, as this beautiful Charlevoix home prove to be one of the most incredible property rentals I have stayed at anywhere in the world. The owner, Tony, met us at the door and greeted us with kindness. Inside his beautiful home, the level of detail was found in every nook and cranny. We never had to contact him for any reason, since the house was well equipped with everything that one needed to feel like they were inside of their own home. Our family commented on a daily basis how beautiful the house was and how much fun they were having. Charlevoix is going to be our new place from now on! It was quite possibly one of the best rentals that I have ever stayed in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Very nice place for a relaxing vacation with the family.

Lots of good things here, so let me discuss the key points: 1. Terrific location. It's as easy to walk to the grocery store and restaurants as drive, and given the great weather there, we walked. Not only are you close to all the stuff, it's also a perfect place to rent if you want to rent a boat, as you can either rent a slip or just dock in the Shopper's Docks that are 1/10 of a mile from the unit. You can head out to the water, return to the docks and take a break, or just launch from there. It's really ideal. The beach on Lake Michigan is also walkable, and although we spent more time at another beach, it's really useful for an easy stroll in the evening. 2. The unit itself is decorated very nicely (very warm feel) and has been well maintained. It's very clean, and the only real update it could use is a new laundry unit, as the existing one has a bit of wear. An external vent in the kitchen would also be good, but that's a nit, as the kitchen was extremely nice overall (and there is a sliding screen door adjoining the kitchen, so you can air the kitchen out when cooking as needed). Plenty of table space for meals, a very comfortable living room for just hanging out, and the bedrooms are more than enough to comfortably sleep 4 adults and 2 kids. You can throw 2 more kids into the mix if needed (2 bunk beds in the kids room), although I think the bathroom space would become a bit more challenging then (1 bath serves 2 bedrooms upstairs along with the master which comes with its own bathroom). It's really good for 6 but could handle 8 if you're patient. The beds were comfortable as well. 3. The fire pit in the back is terrific. Only minor nit there is it'd be nice to have a bit more privacy from the two adjoining houses, but the owners have smartly planted some shrubs that will aid that effort in due course. 4. I think this would also be an excellent property for a ski weekend over at Boyne Highlands, although I didn't really scope out where one would store skis inside (the unit is roomy so I don't think it'd be an issue). We like to be able to cook at night after skiing and hang out with friends and family, and this seems like a great property for a relaxing evening. Bottom line: if you're looking for a nice house where you can cook meals, hang out, and also enjoy all that Charlevoix has to offer, including all the water activities, this is a great choice. We would definitely consider going back.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charlevoix Home 2022

Tony was great ! Communicated with us prior to coming out to the home and the day of was on standby if there was any questions or anything that had to be answered which we really appreciated. The home location was nestled perfectly one block from downtown Charlevoix. Really cute up north home with a feeling of that special Americana tradition. Very clean and organized and had a feeling of homeliness to us. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mallory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location

This property was in the perfect location to walk to downtown, the grocery store, playgrounds and restaurants. While we enjoyed eating out and didn’t cook while we were there we did notice the kitchen was well equipped with anything you may need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Week of the Year!

Staying at the Anchorage is always the highlight of our annual visit to Charlevoix! Tony's house is absolutely lovely and perfectly located. We've stayed here for several years and always look forward to a return visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

This home was even better than the photos, everything was in walking distance, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic House

Ideal location with great host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

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