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Charming 2-bedroom pet friendly cottage, right by ferry in Mackinaw City.

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Private kitchen

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Mackinaw City, MI
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Charming 2-bedroom pet friendly cottage, right by ferry in Mackinaw City.

Experience Mackinaw City like a local in this 2-bedroom cottage. The beautiful interior features 2 queen beds, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep for guests. With amenities like internet, heating, and AC, you'll have everything you need for a tremendous stay. Only a short distance from local attractions, this cozy retreat is the perfect home base for your vacation. It is located right in the heart of downtown. Feel free to reach out to us during your stay - we're happy to suggest local spots like the Dixie Saloon and Sheplers ferry that are right across the street.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Please make sure you have all your belongings and let us know when you have left. Safe travels!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4643314vb
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

Mackinaw City

Mackinaw City is home to this cottage. Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal 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 and Lake Huron. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting.
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Mackinaw City, MI

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Crossings - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming 2-bedroom pet friendly cottage, right by ferry in Mackinaw City. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Charming 2-bedroom pet friendly cottage, right by ferry in Mackinaw City. pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Charming 2-bedroom pet friendly cottage, right by ferry in Mackinaw City.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 2-bedroom pet friendly cottage, right by ferry in Mackinaw City.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2-bedroom pet friendly cottage, right by ferry in Mackinaw City.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2-bedroom pet friendly cottage, right by ferry in Mackinaw City. located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this cottage is steps away from Mackinaw Crossings and Lake Huron. Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

4.8
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 30 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Check-in

5.0/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

5.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

American A.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
If only I could show you the pictures I took……Dirty, broken, stains, no water at bathroom faucet.etc etc
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice small cabin! Was great for what we needed it for! Perfect location and will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place that was clean and had soft beds! Such a convenient place to stay for everything Mackinaw.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a cheap place to stay by the Mackinaw ferries then this is a good spot. It was clean when we got there and most things worked as should. The only things that did not work was the WiFi and the bathroom sink which wasn’t a big deal. There are definitely a few spiders and other bugs running around in there but it’s not bad at all. The keypad on the door is a little touchy and it takes some practice to get good at it. This cabin is also on the property of an old motel so it can be a little confusing finding it at first. I didn’t communicate much with the owner, but I didn’t really have to as all my needs were met. I would caution using this spot if you have more than 2 people because I can imagine it would get crowded. It’s a super small cabin with one bathroom so just keep that in mind. It is also right by an alley which gets noisy at night when shopkeepers are throwing trash out etc. The phone number that is on the listing should probably be updated because when I tried to call it said disconnected. This space could also maybe use an outdoor fire pit or somewhere to congregate outside because there really isn’t a spot for that. Overall it was a good stay and did the trick!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Colleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. May need to add a new stove but other than that we liked it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Fred Grinstein

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

Amazing location, right next to Island Ferry and shops

We needed a nice economical option for our family on a road trip and this was a great fit. Seems very newly built though the structure is older. Basic amenities and needs covered.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
I don't think the location could get any better! Right downtown behind the shops, right next to the bakery and coffee shop. This was the perfect little cabin to stay at. Nice and clean, two AC units that kept it nice and cool. We would definitely plan to stay here again. We also had access to a pool which was a huge hit with my kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ed K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location was ideal to explore upper Michigan, lower Michigan and of course the Island via ferry. The cabin was clean and appealing with the woodwork walls and comfortable beds. I couldn't get hot water out of either sink, but the shower provided it. The kitchen could use bowls (for soup) and perhaps a knife to prep food. Otherwise it was a cabin adventure I expected. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sherry K.

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

Weekend Stay

The inside of the property was cute. Bathroom cabinets and kitchen could use updating. The hot water barely worked, and the heat did not work. Nights were chilly. The outside of the property needs major cleanup. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Tiny and no water heater or source of hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ann G.

Disliked: Communication, location
Says it's good for 4 people. Only 2 people can sit at the table. Only 1 room has a tv that kinda works but blacks out often. Only 1 room has a dresser for clothing and nowhere to hang up coats. Not impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lisa S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
It was a lot smaller than expected. Wifi didnt work and neither tv would work. Messaged staff about it and they said they would send someone, but no one came. Location was very nice though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Deb T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
2 of the windows did not lock, screens were ripped or missing, host did not reply to 2 separate phone calls from VRBO and 2 others since then, there was a loose board at the entrance, the stove was gross, there was no bedroom door on one of the bedrooms, we couldn't figure out the heater (it ended up getting extremely hot before we did), there was no hot water. In addition, VRBO has refused our request for a full refund.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Karen S.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
When we got there we realized that the main heater wasn't working (either the thermostat or the heater itself), but there was a plug in heater in the bedroom. When I contacted the host about the issue, they never respond. On the 2nd night we discovered mice getting in through a loose brick on the outside of the cabin and getting in. The beds were comfortable and cozy, but some repairs should be made.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa W.

Liked: Location
NO PRIVACY!!Bathroom door could not close because the door and frame did not match. First bedroom had no door. Second bedroom door would not close, then fell off. NO COMMON AREA, except for 4 foot by 9 foot kitchen area. Host has not tended to any of the other comments (TV turns on with options, but none of the options work, Internet not accessible, unclean kitchen.)No tub, shower only.GREAT LOCATION!! Newly renovated with exception of doors and kitchen. I will NEVER stay here again.
No cooking for us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Terie M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This place was so filthy that we did not even stay there and had to rent 2 hotel rooms!!! They will not give us a refund. It was grosse! There was no cleaning that was going to help the situation and should be inspected by the county and condemned!! I will never trust this site again!! I am turning in for fraud!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kathy S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very run down home which was part of run down motel. Kitchen stove filthy. Didn’t trust using anything in the kitchen. No bedroom door in one bedroom. Bathroom door doesn’t close. No living room. Luckily the weather was nice so we were able to sit outside on step and on towels in grass. No response to multiple emails. Beds comfortable. On site housekeeper Warren saved the day with reassurance we would hear from manager by 3 PM on day of arrival for access to home. Glad we were able to see him the morning of arrival before boarding the ferry to the island.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Prudence W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Location was ideal for stay, however did not exactly feel safe. Very dimly lit parking lot, front door has a gap at the bottom of door with no extra deadbolt. Very loud noises from businesses that are located feet from the backside of house. So no sleeping in. No hot water at all, did reach out to management and was told they would send maintenance, but got no reply back that it was fixed. So I checked in at another place for the evening to finish my stay in Mackinaw City. The tiny cabin/house is located with an old motel. Would probably be fine for a couple of fisherman that don’t care if they need a shower or wash hands. Visible mold in bathroom around shower floor. I have stayed in lots of tiny homes on my travels and this by far was the most disappointing and truthfully wouldn’t list it until things are greatly improved. There was no charm to it at all
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mike H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The location was great for exploring Mackinaw City and Island. It is really close to Shepler's ferry. The cottage is a work in progress.No internet available (contacted host no response).Tv's had no reception (contacted host no response)There was no hot water until we reported to host. It was fixed.One bedroom had no door.The other bedroom could not shut due to broken hinge.Kitchen did not feel clean, side of stove completely rusty.The positive were walls newly refinished and beds were comfortable.Our suggestion is finishing upgrades and make it a two-person rental. Only had two chairs in kitchen.Host needs to improve on communications. 5 unanswered messages in one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tracy C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Pros: location! Close to all the things. Great coffee and pastry shops within a three minute walk. Well priced, relatively clean (most of the stains are permanent), plenty of towels and linens, hot showers, toaster and microwave, couple of mini fridges. Cons: no hot water in kitchen (nothing comes out when turning the knob), no door on one bedroom, other bedroom door is coming off hinges, older amenities like stove and some original cabinets are rough, very limited communication with host (the last question went unanswered and it was the first night), parking available but taken up on the weekend by other visitors probably because of prime location, lots of Friday night noise from area guests, Saturday 7 am garbage pick up.Technically true but...: two TVs but neither connect to the wifi so we watched something local on one - the other wouldn't even connect to the antenna, wifi available but too weak to connect, pool and hot tub "available" but they are 1.2 miles away, cheap coffee/tea maker but it only works with pods and we ran out the first day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
We loved the location of this property- SO close to downtown and very walkable. The downside was that the alley behind the house is home to large dumpsters that had a LOUD garbage pickup at 5:45 and multiple deliveries around that same time. The windows are not sound proof and they were loud enough to hear over our sound machine. The TV in the bedroom with the door is also not set up so we couldn’t enjoy that once our toddler went to bed in the doorless room. We liked the flooring and wood paneling updates but wish the kitchen got some of that same attention. We were also frustrated that the bathroom door didn’t close at all. The host did not respond to my WIFI question which was also disappointing. Some hooks on the wall would be a nice addition since there was no where to hang out jackets. Overall, great for a one night stay but more than that would have been tough.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lynda B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Totally disappointing

We checked in on 24 June checked out 24 June three hours later we were gone by seven! They would not refund any money said it was past the cancellation date which of course if you’re already there it’s past cancellation date! The description of the property is all wrong. They say they’re not connected to the hotel with the host are the same there is no TV no Internet she gives you a password with the password doesn’t work. The TVs don’t work. The outlets were overloaded. I just think it’s a scam and I got took so buy your beware.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

michelle r.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I'd like to start with the positives, the location was perfect for us as we could walk everywhere we wanted to explore other than my husband had to drive an amigo due to a shattered ankle. There was a yard to enjoy with the dogs. The shower worked great once I figure out the handle and the beds were comfortable. There were some updates that recently had been done like the floors and walls, however there were several things that needed attention and updating far more concerning such as this definitely is not handicap friendly as the brick walk way leading into the house was very uneven and sunken in in spots and the bathroom doorway was hard to get into. The stove is a very old gas stove and was in desperate need of a good cleaning. One of the bedrooms did not have a bedroom door. The kitchen barely had any hot water . I did not see any fire extinguishers or smoke detectors. They also do not have a family room of any kind but that was ok we weren't inside much. I personally would probably not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Monika W.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Very Disappointing - Renter Beware

VERY disappointing. Turns out the advertised pool and hot tub are not located at the property, but at the Bridgevista Beach Hotel (23-min walk). Exterior of the property was rough, inside better. Accessing the property was easy. As we settled in, my family tried to access the WIFI and it was not available. Turns out, the host relies on the internet access from the inn that shares the same parking lot as this unit. The internet was not strong enough to reach the front porch of the property let alone inside the property. My son then tried the TV just to find that one didn't work at all and the other had nothing connected to it. So, they were useless. I contacted the host to let them know these troubles before we went out to dinner.After dinner I still had not heard from the host, so I reached out again. The host finally responded she is sending someone to help. As the sun began to set, the temperature dropped and I was cold, so we tried to turn on the heat. Turns out, there was no heat connected. It was almost 9PM when I let the host know about the heat. Shortly after, I went to go take a shower before bed and NO HOT WATER!!It took until 10:40PM for the maintenance person to show up. At this point, I was in bed and my husband sent him away. Not dealing with it at this point.The worst part, the Pancake House restaurant is behind this property. Staff on break were loud and after it closed, they were rowdy until 4 in the morning. Horrible experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Christina W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We booked this place back in February. Got a decent rate on it. We're supposed to check in at 4:00 didn't get to go in there until 20 after 4:00 because of the cleaning crew. The hostess called me a liar about it and then didn't answer me the rest of the week. We had no TV even though it says there was two TVs neither one of them worked. The amenities of a pool and hot tub are not on the premises you have to go down the road to another motel!!! The place is moldy and falling apart!The only positive thing I can say about this place is it's a good location if you want to explore Mackinaw City. Because everything is in walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

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