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Be our guests cottage Close to Lake Michigan and 10 minutes to Charlevoix.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Charlevoix, MI
  • Norwood Township Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Fisherman's Island State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Castle Farms
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Be our guests cottage Close to Lake Michigan and 10 minutes to Charlevoix.

Tucked away in historical Norwood Village, this charming cottage close to the sandy shores of Lake Michigan is romantic, quiet, clean,. Everything provided for a peaceful, beautiful stay. Centrally located and close to Charlevoix (8 minutes north) and Torch Lake (10 minutes south). 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan and beautiful beach. Charming historical farmhouse cottage.

We have a 3 acre area to enjoy your walks or simply to sit out and enjoy your morning coffee/tea.

We have the rate for 2 adults with up to 3 children under the age of 17 years old free. After two adults there is a $50.00 charge per person over the age of 18 years old. We can only accommodate 4 adults at any time. The maximum allowance is 5= no more than 4 adults at any point in time. There is parking for 2 cars only.

*Please note there is a Cuisinart double induction cooktop for cooking/heating in kitchen. There is also a Sur La Table unit for baking/air frying. Also Keurig coffee maker and microwave.

Any stay over 7 days is eligible for 10% discount on the cottage rate.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Property manager

Gerry
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Please take care of droppings.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking/vaping in the cottage. No Fireworks. No loud music or noise. This is a quiet community. Please send in names of those in the family staying
Please only 2 cars per family. Please do not block garage door. only 4 adults total/one child = 5 total people
Children under 12 are free, please verify with school ID or the full rate will be charged.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Castle Farms and Artform Fabricating are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Norwood Township Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Fisherman's Island State Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Mushroom House - 18 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Castle Farms - 19 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 21 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Friske Orchards Farm Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pigs Eatin' Ribs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Atwood Restaurant Equipment Brokers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Medicine Ranch - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Club - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Be our guests cottage Close to Lake Michigan and 10 minutes to Charlevoix. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Be our guests cottage Close to Lake Michigan and 10 minutes to Charlevoix. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be our guests cottage Close to Lake Michigan and 10 minutes to Charlevoix. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Be our guests cottage Close to Lake Michigan and 10 minutes to Charlevoix. located?

Located in the heart of Charlevoix, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Island State Park and Lake Michigan. George & Marion Light Nature Preserve and Norwood Township Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older cottage that has been restored very nicely. Bedrooms were large and comfortable. The outside was very spacious and soooo quite. You can walk to the beach and yet was very close to Charlevoix. Gerry was a great host and saw to our every need.Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE A.

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

Beautiful retreat

This lovely cottage in the town of Norwood is just a few shorts block with a quiet an idyllic beach. We had the best of life in a very quiet and idyllic town with the convenience of downtown Charlevoix just a short drive away. The hosts provided all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Washer and dryer were no working (we were informed that would be the case). AC is only in one room upstairs - downstairs would get pretty humid and warm during the day while we were out and about. The room with the AC would get quite cold when it was in use. Screen door onto deck didn't fir real well, but we could close it. Massage chair didn't work either (not a real issue, but thought you would like to know. Very nice place to stay, close to everything we did while up there.Steve Kile
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitnie S.

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

charlevoix stay

cottage was nice and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles V.

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

Relaxing Stay in Charlevoix Area

My family had a wonderful stay in the Charlevoix area -- hosts were responsive and helpful and the home was comfortable and well-apportioned. This was our second stay at the cottage and we would recommend it to anyone heading to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

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

Great Place to Stay!

Gerry and his daughter do a great job of making sure their customers are well taken care of! Our Huskys love being there! Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles V.

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

Quiet Vacation in Norwood

Everything was as-advertised, the property manager was friendly and responsive, and we had a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey R.

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

Adorable!

The cottage was super adorable and we loved the VERY short distance to the beach. My family and I had a wonderful time and the property manager was super accommodating. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerri D.

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

Cozy clean cottage.

Second time to the cottage and want to come back next summer. Great Lake MI beaches nearby. Cottage is in a beautiful setting and is equipped with everything you need.😎👍
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole W.

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

Weekend getaway

Dee was a great host and very accommodating. The cottage is very clean, spacious and charming. Very close to the beach and dog friendly! Would highly recommend for relaxing weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Matt C.

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

Lovely home

We enjoyed our stay! It was a very cozy house. I only wish there ac was better in the second bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

NOT air conditioned

Messages I sent to host, rec’d no replies.Wed pmHi Gerry. When you get a chance can you tell me how to get the ceiling fan on in the living room? It’s a little stuffy & there’s no air circulation.Otherwise, cottage is super cute & very clean!Thu amOr if it doesn’t work is there another tower fan we could use downstairs to circulate air? It’s very very stuffy.Fri amDesperately need a fan downstairs, Gerry! The one upstairs is necessary to keep the bedroom & bathroom tolerable.Fri pmThank goodness for one air conditioned room; otherwise this house would be intolerable it’s so hot. The TV in the air conditioned room has no signal so we can be cool but not entertained. Listing this house as “air conditioned” is incredibly misleading. So much for truth in advertising, Gerry. I’m extremely disappointed in the lack of response when I first requested instructions (23 hours ago) on activating the living room ceiling fan or to my additional messages requesting an additional fan. Sat amWe’ve been using VRBO for nearly 20 years, but this is the first time we’ve ever experienced an absolutely silent, non-communicative host. Extremely disappointed in the lack of response & the fact that the house was unbearably hot with the exception of one bedroom. Even that unit struggled to keep it cool but it was better than the rest of the house. This listing should not have “air conditioning” on it. The review I leave will be truthful in hopes to warn future guests. Deceptive listing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tari R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Conveniently located cottage

Overall our stay met our expectations. We could do all the things we came to this area to do. The community “dog friendly” beach around the corner was an extra bonus. Plenty of linens and towels plus a supply of toiletries were available. Our only concern was the refrigerator never got down to the proper temperature, the freezer was fine though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim A.

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

We felt right at home!

We had a fabulous time at this well appointed, quiet, comfortable cottage. The location was ideal and we loved the proximity to Lake Michigan. Dee was a excellent host and welcomed us with a delicious sampling of local fare and a lovely bottle of wine. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., Grand junction , co

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

Cute cozy cottage

Really enjoyed 2 nights at cozy cottage in Norwood. Wish we could have stayed longer. Lisa was easy to communicate with and answered questions I had. She left us goodies when we arrived! The cottage was very clean we would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerri D.

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

Charming, Calming, Country, Cottage

The Cottage was very charming, tastefully decorated, and we loved it! The hosts provided everything we needed and more. The beds were very comfortable. There were nice views from all the windows, of the garden, flowers, trees, and greenery. The Lake Michigan beach was nearby and wonderful. We will definitely be back next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Delightful

Very well organized with a binder listing all needed information. Clean, beautiful, and a gracious host. Thank you for making our time in Charlevoix delightful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

walter p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice Location

Property was clean, but a bit tired. A short drive to a couple dog friendly beaches. Charlevoix and Elk Rapids are an easy commute. Good spot to use as a home base, but expect to drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Best Cottage Close to SO Much

Wonderful unique and custom cottage that our fam of four loved. This area has so much to offer yet we were still drawn back to the comfort of the cottage. Photos don’t do it justice, plenty of space, close to Antrim Creek Natural Area, breweries, Charlevoix, preserves, beaches, and a five minute walk to Lake MI. Host was wonderful, loved it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Lovely cottage

My husband and I were on the first leg of a six week trip. We absolutely loved the cottage. Lisa was very helpful and responsive. All the little treats were a great touch. Charlevoix is a quaint little town. We had so much fun exploring the area Tom and Deb
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely!

This is not just a comfortable house located in a quiet neighorhood, but it is also a beautiful house. Everything is first rate. It is the sort of house that feels like it is someone's home, with everything just as you would want it. The beds are comfortable, the linens plush. The house is small, but fine for us. Kitchen is a little small, but perfectly adequate. Eveeything is as described, in fact even exceeding my expectations. Really, this is a lovely piece of property. perfect for a couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi and Alex K., Portland, OR

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

Completely charming

This was our home base during a nearby family reunion, and the perfect place to rest and recharge. Everything was so comfortable and well-appointed. Quiet, deeply relaxing, and surrounds that were curated and thoughtful. We felt genuinely lucky to have found it- definitely one of those places you don't come across often. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jaymes W.

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

Nice Quiet Location

Overall a very positive experience. There were a few maintenance items that I would have liked to have addressed, but nothing was a show stopper. Kids had a good time, and enjoyed playing with some of the toys that were included. Beds were very comfortable and bedrooms were spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jency L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Cute Cottage Close to Charlevoix

Cottage was super cozy. Very nice on the inside and location was private and quiet. Nice and relaxing and felt like home rather than a hotel. Enjoyed walking to the beach and house was located reasonably close to Charlevoix and Petoskey. My family had a great stay and enjoyed our time there. Did find communications with owner a little unclear. The number listed in the info binder was not up-to-date. And this is probably a personal preference but I did find the smell of the well water off-putting.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Cottage stay

This property was a good jumping off point for our visits to Charlevoix, Torch Lake & Petosky. It shares the same driveway as the owners that live right next door. The beach was a reasonable walk from the house, very rocky but nice. Not a dealbreaker, but the screen door leading to the backyard was super difficult to work with. The sleeping arrangements work well for us and our 3 children.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by Gerry

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We welcome you to "Be Our Guest" at this cottage in Historical Norwood Village which is on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. (7 minute drive from Charlevoix).
Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

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