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10/10 Excellent
John R.
20 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location in Elk Rapids
John R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Entire home
Historic Home Downtown Elk Rapids
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Dog-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor barbecue
- Deck or patio
Explore the area
Elk Rapids, MI
- Veterans Memorial ParkPlace, Veterans Memorial Park3 min walk
- Elk Rapids District LibraryPlace, Elk Rapids District Library5 min walk
- Elk LakePlace, Elk Lake2 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Historic Home Downtown Elk Rapids
Elk Rapids Village Licensed property STRB20-021
FOR BEST PRICING PLEASE INQUIRE PRIOR REQUESTING TO BOOK
100+ year old restored historic home available for WEEKLY rentals.
Surrounded by East Bay (Lake Michigan) on one side, and Elk Lake on the other, this is a great area filled with beaches, restaurants, breweries and plenty of outdoor activities for the summer!
This home has been in my family for a long time, my Grandma was born in this home and their family made shoes and she and my Grandpa opened Gotts Standard Service in town.
Enjoy a piece of local history!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets considered, fee required ($150) + any damage
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day minimum stay is 7 nights.
Check in Sat-Sat.
Renters are expected to treat home as their own, must keep area clean and respect neighbors, quiet residential area
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Elk Rapids
Elk Rapids is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting.
Elk Rapids, MI
What's nearby
- Rotary Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Veterans Memorial Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Elk Rapids District Library - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- North Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Elk Lake - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
- Oasis Tavern - 7 min drive
- Masala Magic by Anita - 10 min walk
- Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen - 2 min drive
- Jolly Pumpkin - 38 min drive
- Short’s Brewing Company Production Facility - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Home Downtown Elk Rapids pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Home Downtown Elk Rapids?
As of 26 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Home Downtown Elk Rapids on 26 Apr 2026 start from AU$347, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Historic Home Downtown Elk Rapids?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Home Downtown Elk Rapids?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic Home Downtown Elk Rapids located?
Situated in Elk Rapids, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Veterans Memorial Park and Lake Michigan. Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall and Elk Rapids District Library are also within 5 minutes.
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10/10 Excellent
Cynthia D.
30 May 2019
Beautiful historic home
We loved this cute little historic home in Elk Rapids. Has everything we needed for the few nights we were there. It is close to downtown, the boat launch, and the beach. If we had better weather during our stay we definitely would have wandered out and about.
Cynthia D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Mark G.
9 Feb 2018
Such a great getaway!
Love this historic home...everything has been redone it's great...the location is perfect and the small town is such a favorite. Our favorite is the porch!
Mark G.
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