`Farmhouse 1918` Grand Retreat for 12p-LakeViews

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A two-story house with a covered deck and a small gazebo.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, built-in oven, and a brick backsplash.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and blue shelving unit.
A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch and a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a dining area with bar stools, and large windows offering a view of trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Boyne City, MI
  • Place, Lake Charlevoix
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Young State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Walloon Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

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

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About the neighborhood

Boyne City

Boyne City is home to this vacation home. Boyne Heritage Center and Elm Pointe Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boyne Mountain and Judys. Ready for a night out? Consider Lavender Hill Farm and Castle Farms.
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Boyne City, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Charlevoix - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Boyne Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Old City Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Young State Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Walloon Lake - 5 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪BC Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Happy's Taco Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sante - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Betty's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is `Farmhouse 1918` Grand Retreat for 12p-LakeViews pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at `Farmhouse 1918` Grand Retreat for 12p-LakeViews?

As of Oct 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at `Farmhouse 1918` Grand Retreat for 12p-LakeViews on Nov 1, 2026 start from $498, 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 `Farmhouse 1918` Grand Retreat for 12p-LakeViews?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at `Farmhouse 1918` Grand Retreat for 12p-LakeViews?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is `Farmhouse 1918` Grand Retreat for 12p-LakeViews located?

Situated in Boyne City, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Charlevoix, Boyne Heritage Center, and Old City Park. Young State Park and Peninsula Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great family weekend at the farmhouse! We enjoyed the peacefulness of the location but also being so close to town. The house was well set up to accommodate our families. We would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our extended family, including 2 infants. The deer that visited daily in the backyard were a bonus. Multiple options for having a fire was nice too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review Greg! I’m glad you enjoyed the home and the surrounding nature. I hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fun location and great responsiveness from host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 10, 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the location and had a great experience during your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re always welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our suggestion is a hot tub. property was clean. Beautiful and the perfect spot close to boyne spa for a girls get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with the host, house is well equipped and cozy. Fully recommend for winter stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 21, 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed the cozy, well-equipped home and found communication smooth throughout your stay. We truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to host you again for another winter getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. the home was clean and well kept. plenty of room for our family ski trip. Our host was great. communicated well and in a timely manner. planning to book again in the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love the house

Awesome is so comfortable
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2025
Thank you Carmen!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of space for a group. Has everything you need Loved the fire pit. Gazebo was great too! Extremely comfortable Appreciated the local bean coffee Plenty of cozy bath towel'sLittle extras that were nice. ( hand soap, paper towels, tp, spices, trash bag, the coffee, firewood, fans, grill). Responds quickly Would Definitely rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 21, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the space, fire pit, gazebo, and all the little extras—we love providing those thoughtful touches. It’s great to hear you were comfortable and felt well taken care of during your stay. We’d absolutely love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adam did a great job with communication and even sent cloths that were left behind. Nice work!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 21, 2026
Thank you for the kind note! We’re glad communication was smooth and happy we could help return the items that were left behind. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to host you again.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We had a fun long weekend with our family and the fall colors were amazing and it was a convenient location to many different towns. However, we would not recommend this VRBO. There were many things in a state of disrepair, many things broken, and it appeared there were a lot of DIY remodeling and remodelers that had done different projects that don't flow together. There were many windows with no blinds or curtains, including all the bedrooms upstairs, as well as windows on the main floor with broken blinds or no blinds at all. We tried to close one of the blinds and the entire blind fell off the wall. One window is broken in the living room. The upstairs bedroom has a giant piece of foil over the window, not sure why. It advertises sweeping views of Lake Charlevoix. It is visible way in the distance with a small view between two trees. The sofa bed is broken and we couldn't use it. It wasn't incredibly clean. The outside landscaping is not taken care of at all and covered in weeds. There are multiple stairs and uneven flooring throughout the main floor, so if you are using a walker or cane, this house would be a giant fall risk. Also for young children, there are stairs just to get into the living room or kitchen. There is also a Michigan cellar basement with a door that doesn't lock. This would be dangerous with young kids wandering around. This house has a lot of potential, and Chip and Joanna could do amazing things.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 21, 2026
Thank you for sharing your perspective. While we’re glad you enjoyed the fall colors and central location, we do want to clarify a few points for future guests reading this review. The renovations and updates in the home were completed by licensed professionals, and we’ve consistently received very positive feedback regarding the condition, layout, and charm of the house. It did feel as though this stay began with a high level of scrutiny, though we did address the blind issue immediately once it was brought to our attention. We also want to note that we do not advertise sweeping lake views, and the steps and varied floor levels are typical—and part of the character—of an older farmhouse like this one. We appreciate all feedback and are always working to maintain and improve the home, but this style of property may not be the right fit for every guest. We wish you the best in your future travels.
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