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Blue J Cottage Charlevoix, MI

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A single-story house with a gabled roof, a front door, and a small porch with steps.
A house with a yellow front door, two black Adirondack chairs, and two large blue planters on the front porch.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a white door, and a black doormat.
A welcome sign for The Blue J Cottage in Charlevoix, Michigan.
A living room with a fireplace, a dining table, and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
At the lakefront, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 4 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers a deck, fenced yard, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Enjoy activities like tubing and sailing nearby, while skiing caters to sports enthusiasts. The property is pet-friendly and located near Lake Charlevoix and North Seas Gallery.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Charlevoix, MI
  • Place, Lake Charlevoix
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mushroom House
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Charlevoix Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Blue J Cottage Charlevoix, MI

Welcome to Blue J Cottage in Charlevoix, Michigan. This charming cottage is ideally located just a half a mile from downtown Charlevoix, offering easy access to beaches, shops, restaurants, and the marina.
Castle Farms is just a 6-minute drive, and the surrounding area offers year-round activities including nearby Petoskey, multiple ski resorts, sledding hills and ice-skating rinks.
This home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, fully equipped kitchen, and a large, fully fenced backyard. Additional amenities include Roku-smart tv, and WiFi, spacious driveway with room for a boat and trailer.
If you are interested in my other properties, please inquire for details. Maple Ridge #4028870 Saugatuck, Maple Nest #3378001, Blue Ridge Cottage Frankfort/Crystal Lake # 4291225.
Pets are welcome with prior approval. Please submit an inquiry (not a booking request) including breed, size, age, and behaviors. A $100 pet fee applies. Unregistered pets will incur $25 a night along with pet fee,

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Need pre-approval, breed/size/age. $100 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Must pick up dog messes in the yard. Additional fee $50 will be added if extra cleaning is needed. This is a courtesy for the next guests.
NO SMOKING, inside or outside on the property. Please do not book if you or your guest are smokers. There will be 200 dollar fine if done in home.
Late checkout, guest will be charged $25 every 15 minutes late checkout without preapproval. Any damages the guest will be responsible for replacing.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2244090vb
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 and a deadlock
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

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Boulder Park Nature Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Charlevoix Circle of Arts, or check out an event or a game at Boswell Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Charlevoix - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Charlevoix Circle of Arts - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mushroom House - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Michigan Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Charlevoix Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Landings Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Harbor View Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Charlevoix Dairy Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shanahan's Sports Bar& Grille - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue J Cottage Charlevoix, MI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Blue J Cottage Charlevoix, MI?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue J Cottage Charlevoix, MI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue J Cottage Charlevoix, MI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue J Cottage Charlevoix, MI located?

Located in the city centre, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Charlevoix is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Charlevoix Circle of Arts and North Seas Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

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. 83 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for our wedding week and did not want to leave. Our pups loved the big backyard and so did we. Town is easy to walk to and it’s a quiet, private area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage! Nice floor plan with bedrooms flanking the common areas. No TVs in bedrooms which is kind of nice when trying to unplug & relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice place to stay!

The house was great for my small family and a perfect location for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

My wife and I were very pleased with our stay. Location was great for us. And fenced in backyard was great for our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute little house.

Had a great stay. Great neighborhood and close to town
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway!

Had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The house was very comfortable, clean and was well stocked. The location is very conveniently located and within walking distance to the charming town. The fenced in yard was great for our dog to run around. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly, fenced in backyard. Nice neighborhood. Owner was easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always clean and host is very responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay in Charlevoix

Very well taken care of! Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Value and Enjoyable Stay

It was a brief overnight stay, but we had a chance for an enjoyable walk along the beach at Fisherman's Island State Park. This pet friendly place was clean, convenient and very pleasant...wish we had our four-legged friend with us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charlevoix get away

Super cute little house in a perfect location for our getaway. Appreciated the barbecue and ease of having a small boat in the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Vacation Home for small family

Nice home only 1/2 mile walk to downtown Charlevoix. Great fenced yard for pets.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

We loved our stay at Blue J Cottage. It was perfect for our family of 4. We liked that it was very clean, conveniently located near amenities, and communicating with the owner was a breeze. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property

The house is so nice and so well furnished. Everything we needed was there. It lived up to our expectations. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Home

We’ll stocked with comfortable beds. Close to town Very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charleviox get a way

Nice clean place to stay. Good neighbor hood for dog walking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Charlevoix Home!

We stayed her with overflow for a family gathering over New Years. It was fantastic and a wonderful Charlevoix place for extra room!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Late September vacation

The cottage was perfect for our needs. Very clean and plenty of room for us and our four legged family member.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical Cottage

I was so very impressed with this sweet cottage in Charlevoix, exceptionally clean, all comforts well provided for, close to everything - will plan another stay at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trip to the Tunnel of Trees

The location is great, close to the beach, and only 0.5 miles from the downtown area. We loved the area. Nice convenient location. The fact that we could bring our fur babies, was a plus for us!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great, good location, easy to get in and out. Fenced in backyard was great for the pups. We had a minor issue come up, but owner quickly resolved...we appreciated it! Would definitely come back to the area and house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls weekend

Good location for all we planned to do. Cute, clean home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Two Doxies & their Parents

Our Dogs and us Humans really enjoyed the Blue J Cottage!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Joncie LaFontaine

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I live in Beulah Mi. with my rescue pup. I have rentals in Saugatuck, Charlevoix and Beulah-Frankfort area on Crystal Lake. Love the west side of the state!! I work in Child Welfare, love Northern Michigan and the outdoors!

Why they chose this property

Blue J Cottage has the perfect location to everything, downtown, beaches, restaurants, marina.

What makes this property unique

Large fully fenced yard.

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English

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