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Restful Rural Retreat in Bliss-between Mackinaw City and Petoskey

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Exterior
Welcome!
Bedroom #1
Bedroom #3
Big kitchen!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Levering, MI
  • Place, Wilderness State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Paradise
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Restful Rural Retreat in Bliss-between Mackinaw City and Petoskey

Escape to this lovely house in picturesque Bliss (Levering) 20 miles south of the Mackinaw Bridge. This beautiful property is a former working farm and features 3 bedrooms with 2 queen beds and 1 full bed. With 2 full bathrooms and spacious living areas, guests can enjoy the peace and comfort of this fully restored home after a day of exploring. The living rooms offer additional sleeping space with futon and air mattress available. Fully fenced yard, dog friendly. Kickback, relax, and enjoy everything Northern Michigan has to offer. Walk the private trails and enjoy the gardens on the property. A short drive takes you to some of the most beautiful beaches on Lake Michigan’s Sturgeon Bay. Create family and pet friendly memories!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Fully fenced yard
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please don’t strip the beds, and pile used towels on the bathroom floor. Bag trash and put in the outside bins by the garage. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Dogs must be crated if left alone in the house
Please refer to the house notebook for more guidance and information

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4440816vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Levering

Levering is home to this holiday home. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Map
Levering, MI

What's nearby

  • Wilderness State Park - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Lake Paradise - 11 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Tunnel of Trees - 16 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 17 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 28.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clyde's Place - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Moose Jaw Junction - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Lights Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pumpkin Barn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Restful Rural Retreat in Bliss-between Mackinaw City and Petoskey pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Restful Rural Retreat in Bliss-between Mackinaw City and Petoskey?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Restful Rural Retreat in Bliss-between Mackinaw City and Petoskey?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Restful Rural Retreat in Bliss-between Mackinaw City and Petoskey?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Restful Rural Retreat in Bliss-between Mackinaw City and Petoskey located?

Set in Levering, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Wilderness State Park, Lake Paradise and Tunnel of Trees. University of Michigan Biological Station is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away.

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. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so clean it seemed brand new. Plenty of supplies (dishes, towels, shampoo, etc.) to satisfy our needs and ample parking. Very little traffic on the road...slept the best I have slept in months!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean, pet-friendly, stocked, something for everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

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

Lovely home

This is a lovely home with more than enough space for a family of 6.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved your home! Thank you for all of the extra amenities and thoughtfully placed lights throughout your home. We enjoyed our weekend and would highly recommend your place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and the house very nicely updated. There are several places to hang out making the house feel very comfortable for our group. Well-stocked kitchen with coffee/tea on hand and bathrooms have shampoo/conditioner/shower gel. It was also really dark a short walk on the trail behind the house, perfect for stargazing! Host was easy to work with, we left thinking we would definitely come back here the next time we head to this part of the state.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David and Donna G.

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

Better than expected!!

This VRBO is in a beautiful location near Mackinaw City and hiking trails. The listing looked good but the actual house was better than we expected from the pictures. The hosts were easy to work with and the house is very clean, well kept, and spacious. Our dog loved the outside and the fenced yard. We loved the landscaping as well. Great space
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House had everything we needed! Modern touches to a beautiful farmhouse! Beds were so comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Gail Ives

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What makes this property unique

Family and pet friendly, 20 minute drive to Mackinaw Bridge, private trails on property in meadows, woods and orchards, private and peaceful surroundings.
Summer brings the Bliss Polo Field to life - a unique experience just minutes away. Explore Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Cross Village and Mackinaw City. A great place to visit on the way to the UP and Canada.

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