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Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station

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The 'Shack' on Lake Charlevoix
100' deck for your enjoyment, sunning or just enjoying the view....
Main entrance from parking area and grilling area.
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6912 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Boyne City, MI
  • Place, Lake Charlevoix
    โ€ช1 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Ye Nyne Olde Holles Golf Club
    โ€ช3 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, Torch Lake
    โ€ช39 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    โ€ช67 min driveโ€ฌ

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet ยท Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station

This home is on 130' of beach on Lake Charlevoix, just 4 miles from Boyne City. Lake Charlevoix finished 2nd in a nationwide contest in 2012 for 'prettiest lake in the USA'. The cabin has a 100' deck with spectacular lake views, and adjoins a 115+ acre park with hundreds more feet of sandy beach to comb. This retreat has been in the same family for over 4 decades, but has been updated to add all the creature comforts of a condominium without all the other hustle & bustle that large complexes entail. The interior is all wood and a dock comes along with the rental, with boat launches nearby if you choose to bring your own watercraft. Lake Charlevoix is the 3rd largest inland lake in Michigan, and provides great fishing and boating, with access to Lake Michigan. The Boyne area is a four season resort with not just summer beach activities, but fall hunting, winter skiing & snowmobiling, spring 'mushroomin' and a reputation as the golf mecca of the upper Midwest. Traverse City and a major airport is one hour south, with Mackinac Island or the 'U.P.' the same distance north.


Location: The Boyne City area is the primary vacation destination for the midwest. It is a four season locale with abundant lakes for summer breaks, fall colors and hunting in autumn, winter skiing/snowboarding and snowmobiling, and spring 'mushroom capitol of the world'. It is a 4 hour drive from Detroit and 6 hours from Chicago. Canada is just 2 hours away. If you enjoy the beauty of hills/trees/lakes and like to 'get away from it all', but don't have the time to reach remote areas, this is an ideal spot to visit. Traverse City is the closest 'metropolis' an hour away, but an hour the other direction puts you on Mackinac Island 'somewhere in time' where vehicles are not allowed. Lake Charlevoix is a deep water fishing and boating mecca that connects to Lake Michigan, and is the premier inland lake in Michigan. After one vacation you likely will look for a second or retirement home here. Charlevoix County has for its history the only 'kingdom' ever set up on US soil: on Beaver Island.

Amenities: This is a second generation family owned cottage that was completely renovated to add the creature comforts of a 'condo', but you can enjoy a place 'all to yourself' with this home. It is located on 130' of sandy beach with 100' deck to enjoy an unbelievable view of a large inland lake. A dock and shore station is included, and nearby boat launches allow you to bring your own watercraft if that is your choice. We adjoin a 115 acre park with camping and lots more beach for you to comb or trails to hike. The cottage sleeps 6/7, depending on how you fill one double bed. We have cable TV but doubt you'll have the time or inkling to watch, with the beauty of your surroundings, and the abundance of things to do & see. We are close to everything in the north, but far enough away to make this truly feel like a 'getaway' place.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0โ€“17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets require an additional $50 fee

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Boyne City

Located in Boyne City, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. Castle Farms and Mushroom House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Danton Family Nature Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Boswell Stadium, or consider a night out at Lavender Hill Farm. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Charlevoix - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ye Nyne Olde Holles Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 15 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Torch Lake - 39 min drive - 53.4 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชMcDonald's - โ€ฌ17 min drive
  • โ€ชBC Pizza - โ€ฌ11 min drive
  • โ€ชMcDonald's - โ€ฌ10 min drive
  • โ€ชStarbucks - โ€ฌ10 min drive
  • โ€ชHappy's Taco Shop - โ€ฌ12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station?

As of 15 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station on 21 May, 2026 start from S$431, 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 at Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Lake Charlevoix near Boyne City, 2nd best lake in USA! Shore Station located?

Nestled on the beach, this Boyne City cottage is steps from Lake Charlevoix and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Ye Nyne Olde Holles Golf Club. Peninsula Beach and Danton Family Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! The place was clean and well-equipped. Host was kind. Location was amazing! Easy check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2025
So glad you enjoyed the Shack! Happy to host....
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

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

Grandmas birthday celebration

Location cannot be beat!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2025
It was a pleasure to host! God bless and safe travels! Come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy C.

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

Weekend getaway

The cottage was wonderful, perfect for our long weekend away!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2023
We were so pleased to host you guys!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time here,definitely will be a 3rd. Great place and location. A
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Round 2 at โ€œThe Shackโ€ did not disappoint! We were so impressed with Kevin and this home from our last stay that we booked again. Once again we had an amazing week on the lake. You can not beat the view from the dock. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne H.

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

Wonderful Lakefront location!

The Shack exceeded our expectations! The location was perfect, the cabin was (very) clean and cozy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
You guys were a treat to meet and we were kindred spirits with "my 3 sons". Godspeed on your travels and school year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas Z.

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

Great lake house.

Great house right on lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2023
Happy to host you guys! Come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnna B.

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

Great location!

Great location near Boyne City and other attractions. Owner was very responsive and helpful. Perfect size cottage for our family of 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
So glad you enjoyed it! Come again soon! Kevin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

Turned out to be the perfect place for our Father Son trip to MI.

2 bedrooms - all we needed - and loved the waterfront and ability to park a large Pontoon Boat at the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
So happy to host you guys! Come again soon! Kevin.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

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

Great location on a beautiful lake

Lake charlevoix is beautiful and this spot puts you right on the water. An ideal location. Whiting park is right next door with a nice sandy beach for morning and evening strolls. We really enjoyed out stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2023
So glad you could come Heidi! Lake Charlevoix is the best, hands down.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Great little cabin on the lake

My wife and I had a great time staying here for two nights. The cabin is cozy for a small group of people and the property is adjacent to a public shoreline/beach. We only wish we stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words! We do enjoy hosting & the fall colors are spectacular this year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Beautiful Setting

We love staying at this property. This was our third visit and the location is wonderful. It is close to walking trails and a beautiful sandy beach. The water is stunning and very clean. We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2023
Love having you guys. See you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veroncia R.

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

Perfection

We love staying at the "shack". Perfect location right on the water. Great area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2022
We love hosting! Thx for the great review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Quiet family vacation

We had an excellent experience! The cabin was just right for our family of 4. It was really well stocked and comfortable. We really enjoyed being right on the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2020
We were so happy to host! It is fun making vacation memories! Best regards. Kevin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

caprice M.

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

Weekend get away

Perfect Labor Day weekend get away for 4 adults and our dog. I would definitely go back. Beautiful waters, sandy bottom beach, plenty of deck space, cozy cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2024
We were so happy to host you guys!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Beautiful Setting

My husband and I love this property! The lake is beautiful. It is a perfect place to go and unwind. The cottage is clean and the host is great. Love this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words Sheri! Come back soon! Can't beat northern Michigan in the summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

The Shack Attack

It was a perfect vacation. Being right on the water but not too far from the city made it an awesome location. Can't wait until we get back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2023
It was really nice to meet you guys!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

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

Great Location and View

We stayed here in January, and we were happy with everything. Great cottage, great area, great view. Easy check in/out, place was very clean, and the heater worked great (important for the middle of winter!) Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay Kristen! We aim to please! Kevin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry J.

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

The Shack

The perfect spot, close to town but out of the noise of the city. Feels like your on a houseboat , youโ€™re right on top of the water. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2020
Thank you so much for the glowing review Terry! Happy to have hosted. Maybe the professional/ City fireworks will be back next year! Blessings from the north.....Kevin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Excellent time!

Beautiful spot on the shore, rustic yet accessible and a great time! We'll be back! (and hopefully, our kitty, too!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2023
So glad we could host you guys Carloyn! Hard to beat the 'Shack"! ๐Ÿ˜‰
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tesha

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

Heaven with a view

The "Shack" was cozy and made us feel at home. The location was perfect. Thank you Kevin for opening your home to us. We didn't want to leave. We are hoping to stay again next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2020
Come again real soon! You guys "weathered" the storms over a wild weekend! So glad we could host!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Will be back!

Cozy cabin with everything you need. Loved the deck, dock and boat lift, which accommodated the weight of our boat. Daily visits from different ducks and loved the seclusion and access to the lakes. Already booked our next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2021
See you next summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

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

Cozy Cottage on the Lake

My family of four had a wonderful stay at Kevin's Shack. The property was exactly as described. We thoroughly enjoyed the water and the proximity to Boyne City/Petosky for whatever we needed. The peaceful family cottage retreat was just what we needed to unplug and reconect. Thank you Kevin!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2024
Thx for your kind words! Looking forward to hosting your family again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Perfect Perfect Perfect

We absolutely enjoyed our weekend at this cottage. It sits right on a beautiful lake with a fire pit on a sandy private beach. The cottage is clean and inviting. We are already making plans to return next year. ๐Ÿ˜„
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Can't beat summer time in Boyne on Lake Charlevoix!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Lake Charlevoix Gem

My husband and I loved this property. The views were incredible and the water was crystal clear. Excellent swimming right off of the dock and beautiful park connected to the property. It was great having access to a canoe too. Also, having hiking trails down the street was a plus. The check in and out process was very smooth, with quick response from the host. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2021
We are blessed to have such a great location! So glad you loved it! Safe travels....Kevin

About the host

Hosted by Kevin Klevorn

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Our family includes 4 children, with the older 3 married sons, and the cottage has helped us get all 4 through college. Thanks!

Why they chose this property

My father got this property when it was pretty 'rustic', but over the years the many upgrades have created a lifetime of family memories. You will notice some of the travel photos and mementos from our family around the cabin

What makes this property unique

Centrally located on the main body of the lake. We just have added a 3000 lb shore station for guests in 2020 that bring or rent a boat. We will have our own boat there in 2021. Less than 10 minutes to either Boyne City or East Jordan, and a short ferry ride across the south arm of Lake Charlevoix to the county seat at the west end of the lake. Close to towns, but away from the hoards of people! You have to check out "stroll the streets of Boyne" on Friday nights in the summer for street musicians, free horse-drawn carriage rides, and much, much more!

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