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6 miles to the ski hills! Cute and Cozy house. Close to boat launch. A Gem!

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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crooked Lake
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Petoskey, MI
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Little Traverse Township Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Little Traverse Township Playground
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

6 miles to the ski hills! Cute and Cozy house. Close to boat launch. A Gem!

Cute and cozy home. Location is perfect :) Close to the local ski hills and lakes and Petoskey dining and shopping.

Boyne Highlands and Nubs Nob ski hills just 8 minutes away. Crooked Lake and boat launch is literally just down the road. Petoskey State Park beach within minutes. Easy access to the Petoskey to Mackinaw bike trail.

Newly remodeled in 2023. Come and stay and enjoy yourselves at our property. Long time VRBO owners of several properties. We make your stay as easy and comfortable as possible.

Come and enjoy a coffee on the front covered patio and explore what Petoskey has to offer - great shopping/dining/beaches/bike trails/boating/ski hills/etc.

2 bedrooms/ 2 full bathrooms. 2 new queen beds. Room to sleep 6 if you bring an air mattress. Yes - we have WiFi and central A/C.
All bed linens and bathroom towels provided. Fully equipped new kitchen.
Sorry - no pets allowed. We do this to respect our cleaning crew, future guests and our neighbors.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3677544vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Petoskey

Petoskey is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park. Cheboiganing Preserve and Great Lakes Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
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Petoskey, MI

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Little Traverse Township Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Little Traverse Township Playground - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Petoskey Outboard Cruising Club - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Round Lake - 3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 6 miles to the ski hills! Cute and Cozy house. Close to boat launch. A Gem! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 6 miles to the ski hills! Cute and Cozy house. Close to boat launch. A Gem! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 6 miles to the ski hills! Cute and Cozy house. Close to boat launch. A Gem! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 6 miles to the ski hills! Cute and Cozy house. Close to boat launch. A Gem! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 6 miles to the ski hills! Cute and Cozy house. Close to boat launch. A Gem! located?

Situated in Petoskey, this holiday home is steps from Crooked Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lake Michigan. Round Lake and Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 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

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alecia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! Cozy and clean and a close drive to everything in Petoskey. Well stocked kitchen too! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2026
Glad you enjoyed the well stocked kitchen 😊. Come back and stay again anytime you’d like. Safe travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for a long weekend. It was a very cute clean house and was the perfect location. Very close to both petosky and harbor springs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2026
Thanks for your review! Glad you enjoyed your weekend. Thanks for noticing how cute and clean the house was. Our cleaning crew takes pride in their work. We will pass that on to them 😊. Travel safely to your next destination. Come back and stay anytime you’d like.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well stocked, simple to check in. We’d definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thanks for your review 😊. We try and make every stay simple and easy. Come back and stay again anytime you’d like!
Verified

8/10 Good

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious home with great kitchen and good location for skiing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2026
Thanks for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back again anytime you’d like.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great week of skiing. The house is minutes to Nub’s and Highlands. Great hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2026
Thank you 😊. Come back and stay again anytime you’d like. Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Skylar V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything in the house was clean and tidy. Everything we needed was there, fireplace added the perfect coziness to the place. Excellent location, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Glad you enjoyed the fireplace and clean digs! Come back and stay anytime you’d like. Thank you 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, modern, overall great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Thanks for noticing how clean our property is. Our cleaning crew takes pride in their work 😊. Come and stay again anytime you’d like!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend here. Hosts were very helpful and responsive, the location is great for ski hill access, and the house and kitchen had everything we needed and was very clean. Would definitely visit again- thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
A clean house and a well stocked kitchen. Thanks for noticing those. We try our best to keep it easy for our guests! Glad you were able to enjoy the great ski conditions. So much snow! Come back and stay again anytime you’d like.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for a ski weekend! Clean, cozy, and charming! Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2026
Thanks for your review. A great place and a great location. Thanks for noticing 😊. Come back and stay again anytime you’d like!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second year in a row staying in your cozy home. Coming back for a week of skiing in March. Super clean, amazing gas fire, comfy bed, and so close to the slopes and shopping in Petoskey.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
Thanks for your wonderful review! Glad you enjoyed all of the amenities. Ski conditions have been great this winter 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Local restaurants and views nice. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2025
Thanks for your review! Glad you enjoyed the local restaurants. Petoskey area has a lot of great ones. Come back and stay again anytime you’d like 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maro B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and excellent location. The hosts were very responsive. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Our cleaning crew puts in the work. Thanks for noticing. Come back and stay again anytime you’d like! 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Our cleaning crew with like your review as well 😊. Come back and stay anytime you’d like.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very nice and clean. Great location to skiing and anything else you need! Hosts were great and very responsive. Would stay again for sure. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed during the week while working in town, great location, clean, good communication, would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thanks for staying 😊. Glad you enjoyed your work week in the area. Come and stay again anytime you’d like. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LYNN W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
Thanks for your review 😊. Glad you had an enjoyable stay at our property. You are welcome to stay again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access to both Harbor and Petoskey. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2025
Thanks for your review. Glad you enjoyed the area 😊. Come and stay again anytime you’d like. Safe travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great stay! Peaceful, clean, and quiet. I love that the snow removal was part of the experience, we got a lot of snow while we stayed! Super close to Nubs Nob, made it perfect for skiing. Absolutely loved the fireplace!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2025
Thanks for your review. Glad you had great time at the house. We try and keep our guests from being buried in snow. Therefore, the snow removal crew 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Great Vacation spot

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2024
Thanks for your review. Glad you had a great stay in the area. Come back anytime and enjoy the property :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place and location was good. Nice to see that 'out the door price' was exactly that!!!Would recommend this property to anyone and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay …. and the price 😊. Come again and stay anytime you’d like! Safe travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute! Enjoyed the place and our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2025
Thanks for your review. Glad you enjoyed the cute and cozy that this house provides 😊. Come back and stay anytime you’d like. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We would stay here again. It was very clean and new and accommodating. The ceilings are very low so probably not any really tall people should stay here. We like the location, the beds were comfortable, and it was very cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great host communication
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec 2025
Thanks for your review 😊. Communication is important for everything in life. We agree. Thanks for noticing 😊. Come back and stay anytime you’d like.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Wonderful place!

Very happy with the property! Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay. The snow and ski hill conditions are fantastic this year. Come again to stay anytime 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

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

Great stay for a ski weekend up north

Property is exactly as described and, as others have noted, it is a short drive to Harbor Springs and to Nubs/Highlands for skiing. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay and the close proximity to the ski hills 😊. Come and stay again.

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