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The Lofty Owl - Updated historical apartment in quaint downtown Hillsdale

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A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a TV, and a lamp.
A brick building with a storefront labeled "Aflac."
A staircase with a metal railing and a wooden handrail, leading to a private residency area.
A wooden staircase with ornate metal railings leading to an office area with glass walls.
A balcony with a wrought iron railing, a view of a street with parked cars, and a building with arched windows in the background.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Hillsdale College
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Hillsdale, MI
  • Place, Stocks Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hillsdale College
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Slayton Arboretum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

The Lofty Owl - Updated historical apartment in quaint downtown Hillsdale

12 Minute walk to Hillsdale College! Right across from the town square, enjoy this two-story 1700 sq. foot apartment. Twelve foot ceilings and oodles of natural light will welcome you, as you watch all the downtown activity at the local farmer's market on Saturday mornings. With a restaurant on each side, a gift store, and a coffee shop in the same block, all your needs are met! Get your steps in while enjoying small town life.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2942527vb
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

About the area

Hillsdale

Located in Hillsdale, this apartment is in the city centre. Lake Leann Golf Course and Bella Vista Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Baw Beese Lake and Lake Diane.
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Hillsdale, MI

What's nearby

  • Stocks Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hillsdale College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sage Center for the Arts - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Slayton Arboretum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Michigan International Speedway - 35 min drive - 54.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lofty Owl - Updated historical apartment in quaint downtown Hillsdale pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lofty Owl - Updated historical apartment in quaint downtown Hillsdale?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lofty Owl - Updated historical apartment in quaint downtown Hillsdale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lofty Owl - Updated historical apartment in quaint downtown Hillsdale?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lofty Owl - Updated historical apartment in quaint downtown Hillsdale located?

Located in the heart of Hillsdale, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Hillsdale College and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Baw Beese Lake. Lake Diane and Hudson Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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. 42 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location & wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jackie and Tim are phenomenal hosts and the Lofty Owl is a truly delightful place to stay. It was perfect for my time in Hillsdale for a College event. Loved being downtown and in such well-appointed accommodations. I’ll definitely try to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiphanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lofty Owl was a great place to stay near the heart of downtown Hillsdale. The apartment was very clean and well equipped for a comfortable stay. Our hosts were very friendly and welcoming as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a wonderful stay and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The home was spotless, comfortable, and exactly as described. Every detail was thoughtfully prepared, which made it easy to relax and feel at home right away. The location was perfect, and Jackie and Tim were welcoming, responsive, kind, and helpful. Thank you everything! 5-Star
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it! We loved the town, loved the people, and really enjoyed our rental. There wasn’t one thing we needed that they didn’t have. We really appreciated that! So cute and exceptionally clean with wonderful beds. We’d love to stay again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, with in walking distance to most of everything. The property was very clean and in great condition. The hosts had a great assortment of snacks available and plenty of coffee!The hosts were very communicative and quite quick in their responses. I would definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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

College Visit Stay

Neat apartment in a great location! Perfect for our stay and close to eateries and college!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

syed a.

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

Nice property

Nice property, convenient downtown location, close to the hospital.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Wonderful stay!

The Lofty Owl was a great choice for our weekend in Hillsdale. Perfect location, very clean, and lots of nice touches in the condo to make for a comfortable stay. The owners were very timely with communication and check in and out was very easy. We'll stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Long weekend

We enjoyed the clean and charming accommodations as well as being able to walk to restaurants, coffee shop and farmers market.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charming loft

This property is clean and charming! The hospitality is top notch. Our family will definitely stay here again when visiting Hillsdale.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Amazing Townhouse in Downtown Hillsdale

Lovely property, nestled in downtown Hillsdale. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

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

Wonderful stay!

Another fabulous stay at the Lofty Owl. If it's available, we would stay here when we come to Hillsdale every single time! Impeccable!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinton &.

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

Wonderful accommodations and very kind host!

We enjoyed our stay at the Lofty Owl! We were able to enjoy Hillsdale and the downtown area, lots of great coffee places and food with in walking distance. Host was very kind and accommodating! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2023
So glad it worked out well for you, Christie. We would love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

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

Worked well

Nice place. Great location. Well renovated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Wonderful place to stay.

This was our second time to stay at the Lofty Owl. This is a perfect location for visiting Hillsdale College. The apartment is extremely clean and comfortable. There are several places to eat/get a coffee within steps of the front we highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar, 2023
Thanks, Lisa. So happy to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

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

Excellent

This was such a nice and clean place to stay in downtown Hillsdale. The decor is modern and classy, the owners were organized and friendly, the beds are comfortable, and the whole weekend was just lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

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

Great as always!

Had another lovely stay! This property is always immaculate and comfortable! With the nice weather, we even walked to campus one day for our conference! Couldn’t recommend more!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garrett M.

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

Hillsdale Wedding Stay

Me and my groomsmen stayed for my wedding. It was very clean and fit everyone great! I had a party of seven people. Lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

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

Great as always!

Had a great stay ... property was sparkling clean and well appointed as always! Thanks for everything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taryn M.

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

Perfect for wedding weekend

I stayed here with my bridesmaids for my wedding weekend and it was perfect! The place was so clean and cute, and was even stocked with snacks that kept us fueled for the fun weekend. The location was also so close to everything downtown. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne O.

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

Fantastic downtown apartment!

We loved our stay at the LoftyOwl! It was the perfect accommodation for a reunion weekend with high school girlfriends. Spacious, extremely clean and comfortable, great location in the middle of town and great communication with the host. Coffee shop next door and fun boutique shopping. Five stars all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2023
Thanks so much, Anne and crew. So glad you all had fun!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

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

Another great stay at the Lofty Owl!

This was our second time staying at the Lofty Owl. Our daughter graduated Hillsdale College this weekend, and the location was great! Always neat and tidy, and the snacks were a treat. We are going to miss coming to Hillsdale. This is a great place to stay! Lot's of room (and a lot of steps, but worth it!)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

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

Great stay again!

Our second time staying here during a 3day conference at Hillsdale College. Again our stay was fabulous! Had everything we needed and the beds are super comfortable! Love staying so close to the college since we usually get out late. Plus the walkability of town is nice for getting my exercise done! Super cute decor and very clean! Check out all the great downtown shops/ restaurants! 5stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Sullivan

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Welcome to The Lofty Owl! My husband Tim and I are Hillsdale College graduates, and never left the area because we love it so much...we hope you do too!

Why they chose this property

With the historic charm of days gone by, yet fully updated for today's needs, The Lofty Owl fits the bill. Enjoy the walkability of downtown Hillsdale, but still have access to fast wireless and smart tvs for all of your communication needs.

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