Inhabit A Hobbit House!

Charlevoix, MI, USA

Cottage720 sq. ft.
Bedrooms2
Sleeps5

Bathrooms1
Half Baths0
Min Stay2 - 3 nights

Whimsical Stone Cottage Overlooking Lake Michigan!

Over 100 five-star reviews! Architect and dreamer Earl Young created a magical world with his unique and eccentric stone cottages in Charlevoix. Half House is absolutely one of the most adorable homes you will ever see! Now you can experience it for yourself. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse and breathtaking sunsets just outside your door. Half House is an easy two block stroll to the quaint village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining, marina, ferry, drawbridge and music in the park. Everything you will need for a comfortable vacation is included: luxurious cotton bed linens and towels, firewood and kindling, free wireless internet, books, music, two flatscreen TVs with Charter cable and DVD players, kitchenware, beach chairs, plus more. Not to mention the spectacular view of majestic Lake Michigan! This cozy two bedroom home accommodates four guests quite comfortably. Relax!

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Owner

Bill Thom

Member Since 2013

Premier Partner

The manager of this property consistently provides great experiences for their guests.

Speaks:
english

Calendar last updated:
Oct 17, 2018

Amenities

Pets Welcome
Internet
No Smoking
TV
Satellite or Cable
Children Welcome
Washer & Dryer
Fireplace
Parking
Heater

Bedrooms

2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5

Bedroom 1
1 queen
Bedroom 2
2 twin/ single

Bathrooms

1 Bathroom

Bathroom 1
toilet, combination tub/shower, Includes stacked washer/dryer.

Location Type

Village
Just two blocks from downtown Charlevoix.
Lake View
Directly across from Lake Michigan Beach and the Charlevoix Lighthouse. Wide, sandy beach staffed by lifeguards; walking paths, playground equipment, volleyball, basketball courts and picnic tables.

Theme

Romantic
Family
Historic
Tourist Attractions
Adventure

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Internet
Charter WiFi
Heating
The home is heated year-round. Half House does not have central air conditioning, but remains cool during the summer from the steady breeze over the cold waters of Lake Michigan.
Washing Machine
Clothes Dryer
Fireplace
Parking
Linens Provided
Towels Provided
Wireless Internet
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Living Room
Two new leather recliner chairs and a new sleeper sofa in the living room for those overflow guests or napping in front of the fire!

Kitchen

Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Stove
Oven
Microwave
Coffee Maker
Toaster
Pantry Items
Dishes & Utensils
Kitchen

Dining

Dining Area
Dining
There is a picnic table outdoors, plus a drop leaf table and folding tray tables for indoor dining.

Entertainment

Television
Satellite / Cable
Charter Cable TV
Stereo
Bose CD Player / Radio
DVD Player
Built into the TV
Books
Good variety to choose from. Also, the public library is just one block away.
Music Library
Nice selection of Jazz and Classical CDs.
Video Library
Library card available for free movie rentals.

Outside

Outdoor Grill
Picnic Table and Adirondack Chairs

Suitability

wheelchair inaccessible

Attractions

churches
cinemas
library
marina
playground
restaurants
winery tours
festivals

Leisure Activities

boating
walking
beachcombing
sight seeing
sledding
scenic drives
antiquing
horseshoes
shelling
shopping
wildlife viewing
photography

Local Services & Businesses

ATM/bank
fitness center
groceries
hospital
laundromat
massage therapist
medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities

hiking
swimming
sailing
cycling
skiing
golf
wind-surfing
water skiing
mountain biking
roller blading
hunting
freshwater fishing
tennis
ice skating
jet skiing
pier fishing
rafting
snorkeling
water tubing
basketball court
cross country skiing
kayaking
snowboarding
snowmobiling
snorkeling/diving

Notes

The house will accommodate four in beds, however I do not recommend more than two adults. The second bedroom located upstairs is small with two twin beds, and better suited for two children or teens. There is an additional full-size sleeper sofa in the living room, however it IS in the living room! Perfect for stretching out and reading, looking out the picture window at Lake Michigan, or gazing at a blazing fire.

House Rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.

128 Reviews

Wonderful4.8/5

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Very quaint. Interesting history.

5/5

Stayed Sep 2018

Bonnie R.

Enjoyable.

Loved Lake Michigan and Charlevoix

3/5

Stayed Sep 2018

Karen L.

The house is great and well stocked, Beds were comfortable. It is in serious need of a good cleaning and decluttering. I'd say it's a bit tired for the money.

Magnificent!

5/5

Stayed Sep 2018

Robert M.

Goodness! This charmingly unique abode supplied all the comforts of home. The town of Charlevoix and Lake Michigan's shores were within comfortable walking distances. Day trips to the U.P. and other Michigan sites were easily accessible. After close to 50 years of travelling together, we both agree that this precious Half-House scooted right up to the top of our favorites list...simply magnificent! Heartfelt thanks!

The outside of the Mushroom House is absolutely adorable and charming. Inside not so much.

2/5

Stayed Sep 2018

C L.

The house does not have any storage. Had to move heavy recliners with nowhere to go in order to get sofa sleeper opened. Upstairs bedroom stairs are very steep and the bedroom is so tiny hardly enough room for 2 people to turn around. Four women in party with lots of luggage with no where to store. We are happy we stayed here only for the experience but would only stay 1 day if had to do over again. Recommend spraying house often as there were many spiders. Open holes in living room wall possibly from electrical work was creepy. Also rag rug in living room is dangerous as it bunches up and is easy to trip on....had to catch ourselves from tripping several times. Downstairs bed/mattress very uncomfortable. Not enough bang for the buck. Stayed at a resort in a two bedroom suite overlooking Lake Superior for the same price as this property.

Owner's Response:

The house was too small? Did you look at the pictures and read the description? I stand by my 100+ five-star reviews.

Whimsically adorable!

5/5

Stayed Sep 2018

Jenny H.

We stayed her for our annual girl's trip. It fit our group of four perfectly. Perfect size and so cute! We couldn't get over all the charming details. Everything was as shown. Great location to town and walking trails. Just plan on lots of people staring at the house as they walk/drive by...everybody loves it!

One-of-a-kind house

5/5

Stayed Aug 2018

Robin S.

My two children and I had a wonderful time at this charming cottage. We had everything we needed for family fun by the water. There were comfortable beds, a well-stocked kitchen and close proximity to the lake. The downtown area was only a few blocks away. We walked it several times a day. Bill Thom was always available to answer questions and offer ideas for activities. We hope so very much to get back to Charlevoix. It really is beautiful!

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Availability

Check-In is at 3:00 PM Check-Out is at 11:00 AM There is no smoking inside the house. There is a flat rate Pet Fee of $75 per approved pet.

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Inhabit A Hobbit House!

Whimsical Stone Cottage Overlooking Lake Michigan!

Owner

Bill Thom

About Bill Thom

Why Bill Thom chose Charlevoix

What makes this Cottage unique

Amenities

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Location Type

Theme

Meals

General

Kitchen

Dining

Entertainment

Outside

Suitability

Attractions

Leisure Activities

Local Services & Businesses

Sports & Adventure Activities

Notes

House Rules

Cancellation Policy

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