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BEST DOWNTOWN LOCATION! Walk everywhere! All 5 Star Reviews

Family-friendly vacation home in Charlevoix

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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

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal
  • Place, Mushroom House
  • Place, Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Admiral

1 King Bed

Captain *ALL bunk beds*

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Skipper

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single 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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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 to 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.
ANY evidence house rules have been broken will mean immediate eviction of yr whole party without refund and forfeiture of ability to leave a review.
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 outside of your cancelation policy. In the event of a fraudulent chargeback, guest is responsible for all legal and associated fees.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 23-00022

About the area

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this holiday home is in the city centre. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Artform Fabricating and Castle Farms. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • 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 Chalevoix Depot Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Castle Farms - 5 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Harbor View Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charlevoix Dairy Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge Street Tap Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Villager Pub - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Located in the centre of Charlevoix, this family-friendly holiday 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 labelled.
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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

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A wonderful home

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M., Los Angeles

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

Fantastic House

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Wonderful home with everything we need.

This was the second consecutive year we stayed at Tony's for a week, and it was great! We especially like the location... a 10 minute walk to Lake Michigan, and a 4 minute walk to downtown and the grocery store. This was very convenient as we cooked all our meals in the fabulous kitchen. Other favorites: The espresso machine, the fire pit, the large dining tables (both on the deck and in the house), and the furnishings which were both nice AND comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Loved our time in northern Michigan

This beautiful house set the stage for a wonderful time in northern Michigan. The home was beautifully decorated, yet it was homey for all of us. The grandkids were in love with the bunk beds and the painted stairway. The adults enjoyed the claw-foot tub and the showers with never-ending hot water. Are you looking for the perfect place to explore Charlevoix and the rest of northern Michigan? Well, this is it. Tony, we’ll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

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

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