Charming Cottage Near Lake Michigan – Walk to Dining, Shops & Bike Trails! | House in Petoskey

10.0 (42 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Bay View House | Charming Cottage Near Lake Michigan – Walk to Dining, Shops & Bike Trails!

4 Bedroom House in Bay View, Petoskey

Location and Outdoor Amenities:
- Prime in-town Petoskey location on an oversized yard, private lot—quiet, yet close to everything
Ideal for backyard fun: BBQ grill, bonfire area, and plenty of outdoor space to relax and entertain
Lake Michigan access is just one block away—perfect for catching incredible sunsets over Little Traverse Bay
Petoskey State Park (beach access) just minutes down the bike path
Little Traverse Wheelway (a scenic, paved bike path) runs nearby.
Connects Charlevoix to Harbor Springs around Little Traverse Bay
Great for biking, jogging, or a peaceful stroll
Bikes and helmets provided (waiver required)
Downtown Petoskey is a short bike ride or drive away—restaurants, boutique shopping, art galleries, and more
Ron's Bar & Backyard is right next door—a local favorite with a jukebox and shuffleboard
Cottage Interior & Sleeping Arrangements:
Freshly updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath cottage with modern finishes and a clean, cozy aesthetic
Main level includes:
Comfortable living area with TV, games, and space for relaxing with a drink
Dining room with large table—great for meals, board games, or puzzles
Coffee nook with a curated setup for your morning brew
Fully stocked kitchen with all brand new appliances
Two charming bedrooms, each with fresh linens and simple decor
Modern full bathroom with updated fixtures
Upstairs includes:
Refinished wood floors for a warm, rustic touch
Spacious primary-style bedroom with:
King-sized bed
Modern bedside lamps
Small desk/workstation for remote work or planning your day
Second upstairs bedroom with full-size bunk beds—great for kids or adults
Second full bathroom with clean white tile and modern brass hardware, located between the two bedrooms
NEARBY DESTINATIONS
D&W Fresh Market (Groceries): 0.4 miles
Downtown Petoskey: 2 miles
The Highlands/Nub's Nob: 7.4 miles
Downtown Harbor Springs: 7.8 miles
Bay Harbor: 6.3 miles
Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 33.3 miles
Pellston Regional Airport: 17.8 miles
ABOUT US
Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 14 years and we understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
After booking on this platform, you must enter into a rental agreement with Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan to confirm your booking fully.
Access codes and other important rental details will be sent via text seven days before your arrival. This number is how you will reach us if you need assistance during your stay. We are a local rental management company, and our texting software provides the quickest way to answer questions on all our booking platforms.

Charming Cottage Near Lake Michigan – Walk to Dining, Shops & Bike Trails! is located in Bay View. Charming Cottage Near Lake Michigan – Walk to Dining, Shops & Bike Trails! provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Charming Cottage Near Lake Michigan – Walk to Dining, Shops & Bike Trails! has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bay View has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Bay View, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water park
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1628 sq ft (151 sq m)
  • English
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Travel crib
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Aug 13, 2025 10:00:54 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Easy check in, close to everything, well-equipped, great back yard.
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