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Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan!

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Exterior
Beach
Property grounds
Beach
View from property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Fisherman's Island State Park
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Deck or patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Charlevoix, MI
  • Place, Fisherman's Island State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Weislik Nature Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Castle Farms
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room w Double

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs bedroom

1 Double Bed

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Half Bath

Toilet

Third floor bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan!

Welcome to the Dune Cottage with incredible views of Lake Michigan and the Beaver Island archipelago. Facing west into every sunset, this fully renovated 3-story cottage was built into the dunes at a time that current regulations prevent. All you see from the large deck is a 230-degree panoramic view of Lake Michigan. We have a private beach, and a 100-yard walk away gives access to 3 miles of unspoiled, remote, protected, undeveloped land!

The cottage includes a new kitchen, appliances, three new bathrooms, lighting, furniture, flooring, and decor. Four bedrooms are spacious enough to host up to 10 guests comfortably. Nestled inside Fisherman's Island State Park, it allows access to 2800 acres of protected land for hiking and hunting in season.

The Dune Cottage is conveniently located just 12 minutes from downtown Charlevoix. Charlevoix boasts a vibrant marina and East Park, unique restaurants, shopping, and a farmers market. There is no better location in Charlevoix. There are many golf course options within a short distance from the cottage. Snow skiing in the winter months is easily accessible as well.

We have been in the weekly rental business for 2 decades and always enjoy sharing our lovely properties with our guests.

Keywords: Waterfront, Waterview, Beach, Sunset, Lake, Marina

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

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, lock the doors and return the keys
Please take the used towels to the laundry room. Please put trash outside in the bins. Also, please take all food items with you. Thank you so much, and we hope you enjoyed your stay.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1285347vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this holiday home is on the beach. North Seas Gallery and Charlevoix Circle of Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Castle Farms and Artform Fabricating. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Island State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Weislik Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mushroom House - 17 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Castle Farms - 19 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Torch Lake - 23 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪B.C. Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bier's Inwood Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Friske Orchards Farm Market - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pigs Eatin' Ribs - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! ?

As of 21 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! on 26 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,365, 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.

How much is parking at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing sunsets overlooking Lake Michigan! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Charlevoix holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fisherman's Island State Park and Lake Michigan. Weislik Nature Preserve is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay at the Dune Cottage. The lake views are even better than the photos— we woke up to the water every morning and ended every night watching the sunset over Lake Michigan, which never got old.The house itself was just as great. Spacious, clean, and thoughtfully set up with everything we needed. It struck the right balance of comfortable and well-appointed, and it was clear that Anne and her family take good care of it. Plenty of room to spread out and relax after a day on the course / by the water.Zero complaints. Check-in was smooth and the whole place lived up to expectations. We’d happily book again and recommend it to anyone looking for a lakefront getaway. Thanks for a perfect week!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

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

Dune Cottage

Great location…really enjoyed the private beach and great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you! You were great renters.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margo S.

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

Dune cottage

Property was great for our family including kids & grandparents. Beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin E.

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

Love Being on the Water

The property was just as the listing describes, but the views were beyond description. Our family really enjoyed staying at Dune Cottage. We would definitely stay there again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joren F.

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

Incredible Views

Incredible spot. Cute coastal cottage right on the beach! The views couldn’t be better! We were there for a girls weekend and would absolutely go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole V.

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

Nichole vanderwall

What a wonderful place .my husband and I just wanted a little getaway . the view of lake michigan was amazing. The sunsets too😳.Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Special place

Dune Cottage is a special place. Comfortable, cozy. Great Location! Stayed 2 years in a row. Would come again. My granddaughters loved the beach for play, walks and the sunset. Great family time.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

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

Get-a-way at Dune Cottage!

Dune cottage is comfortable, clean and inviting. It’s attractively decorated without being too fancy, making for a home-like experience. It’s centrally located for 69-90 minute drives to some of upper Michigan’s premier attractions. The two separate living spaces are great for family activities when a age range is present.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review. We loved hosting your family and happy you found the layout good for multiple age groups. Be well friends!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Beautiful peaceful getaway!

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Dune Cottage. We loved walking the beach and taking in stunning sunsets every evening. The home is well equipped and comfortable. Lake Michigan and the surrounding dunes are in full view from inside the house and on the lovely deck. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Lake Michigan

Best view. Could use some extra little touches, ie towel hangers in upstairs bathroom, newer towels & wash cloths.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry P.

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

Wonderful Stay

I'd give it 10 stars if I could. Sunsets were phenomenal. Charlevoix was only a short drive away when you wanted to go there but the best part was being on the Lake Michigan shore and having our part of the lake all to ourselves. Great for the little grandkids as well as for all of the adults. Everyone wants to go back. Owner's response time for our questions was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

A Kiss from Lake Michigan

Wonderful property, surroundings, hosts, ambience and environment. Everything was as depicted in the literature and we had a marvelous vacation escape from the noise, clatter and rush of our normal lives. The experience of becoming close to the pristine connection of land a lake were such a refreshing change of pace for us. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2023
Thank you so much. We are so happy to share this property and hope you feel rejuvenated! Be well friends!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

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

Beautiful, quiet home on the lake

We really enjoyed our stay at Dune Cottage. The neighborhood is a quiet and serene little spot, secluded in the middle of Fisherman Island State Park. We hardly saw another person while we were here. The beaches are really nice and there are miles of secluded shoreline due to the state park backing up to this property. The 3-story cottage was large enough for 9 people. The house was fairly well stocked and was updated enough to make our stay very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2023
Thank you and glad you had a wonderful stay! Be well friends!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Incredible Views

We stayed here in early June of 2022. The house was great. The owners have updated the house and it was very comfortable. We spent alot of time on the deck admiring the views and walking the beach and dunes. Fields called us on the way and gave use some tips about the house and the area. He was quick to respond to our questions. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heike W. W.

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

Lovely Up North Vacay

We had a wonderful time in Charlevoix and specially at Dune cottage! Was a great location with great views!! Loved looking over Lake Michigan and seeing all the different boats! The kids and I had lovely walks each evening - they said they had never been anywhere where it smelled like Pine so much! Found some Petoskey stones… and while we felt like we were by ourselves had a short drive to get to Charlevoix! The property manager was very responsive and kind! We would stay again!! would stay low
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz K.

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

Girls weekend!!

We found this cottage for our 9th annual girls weekend for our group of 7. We were not disappointed! The pictures online don't do it justice, the views were amazing and the house was beautiful. We had plenty of room and the house was very clean. We loved exploring Charlevoix, we checked out the mushroom houses, the castle and the cute downtown area. As much as we loved the town it was great to return to the privacy of our house each day, it felt like we were the only ones out there. Thank you for a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family vacation at the Dune Cottage to celebrate our 30th anniversary. The views were breathtaking and 2 weeks later I’m still missing the beautiful sunsets. We saw lots of wildlife, including two bald eagles who sat by the water for over an hour one morning. We enjoyed walking the quiet beach every day looking for fossils and found a lot of Petosky stones. We had plenty of room for 6 adults. The home is spacious and the kitchen was great. There is no central air conditioning but there is a fan in the ceiling upstairs that did a good job of cutting the humidity. We did take our own beach chairs since they didn’t have any. Check in was easy and the host was available and quickly responded to questions. Washer and dryer worked well. I would go back in a heart beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall S.

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

Great family vacation!

We spent a great 4th of July week here, beautiful views and excellent location. There were 9 of us (6 adults, 3 kids under 10), and there was more than enough room for us to spread out, with the 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, and 2 living areas. The kitchen was huge, and open to the living room. The large windows and a doorwall gave us great views of the dunes and Lake Michigan. We really enjoyed the spectacular sunsets on the deck. A few yards away down from the cottage lake front takes you to an amazing private beach, where we had a great time swimming, and the kids had a blast with the big waves. The owners were very easy to work with, responding quickly to answer a couple of questions. We would definitely plan on staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Charlevoix Cottage

WOW, the beach & views are amazing! We had a wonderful vacation. The layout of the home worked well for our family (ages 7-74) with 3 levels to stretch out. Main level w/ kitchen, 1/2 bath, living room, dining & deck “perfect for sunsets” over-looking beautiful dunes & beach. Lower level w/ 2 bedrooms, full bath, laundry & additional family room. Upper level master, bunk-room & full bath. LOVED everything except house could use new linens (sheets & towels) and back-up toiletries (soaps for bathrooms). Thank you for having us & we are excited to visit again next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2023
Thank you for the thoughtful feedback! We will take you up on the suggestion of better linens and plan to upgrade towels and sheets. We hope to host you again in the future! Be well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena M.

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

Wonderful stay!

We stayed here for a long weekend in October 2019. We were in the area for a family wedding at Castle Farms. The location was perfect, the beach a bonus, despite the chilly fall weather. The kids loved walking on the beach finding crab claws and petosky stones! I wish the weather had allowed for a sunset, because I know it would have been amazing! The house was the perfect size for us and our adult children and 3 small grandchildren. It had everything we needed and more! We had no problems at all! We accidentally left an item behind and the owner is graciously mailing it to us! We hope to return for a summer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene C.

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

Awesome cottage on Lake Michigan

We fell in love w/ this cottage as soon as we turned into the wooded driveway. The house has 2 seperate living spaces (one on the upper level and one on the lower level) which is great if you have kids or a group of people (plenty of room to spread out). We loved the 3 fireplaces, kept us very warm. This cottage is so cozy and homey! The kitchen had everything you could need and more. Best advice is to wake up just before dawn, there is a lot of wildlife stirring around. The upper level lake side of the home is almost all windows and it's amazing! We didn't want to leave and ended up extending our stay. Fields was so helpful with our questions and awesome to allow us to extend our trip a few more days. We cannot wait to get back. I can only imagine how amazing it is in the warmer months.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2021
Hi Darlene and Gary! We are so glad you enjoyed our cottage. Hurry back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Beautiful Location on the Water

The home has beautiful views and access to Lake Michigan. Everything was clean and there is lots of space inside and out. We would definitely stay again! However, I will mention two things I wish I had paid attention to prior to our stay. I will start by saying both things are included in the listing so this is not a complaint, just clarification. First, although the home is on the water and you definitely have quick access down a dune path to the beach, be aware that the part of the beach directly down the path to the water is highly monitored by the neighbors and you are not allowed to sit or hang out there. We mistakenly thought the chairs at the end to the end of the path belonged to the rental property and we were quickly told we could not use the chairs and we had to leave and move to the far far left or to the right where the shore is very rocky. Not a huge problem for us but might be for families with small children who are looking for a beach day close to the property. Second, being from the south, I mistakenly assumed there would be A/C. When we arrived very late in the evening, the house was closed up and after opening all the windows, it took a few hours to cool down. My mistake but worth mentioning. Again, I'm not complaining, just clarifying. We only stayed 2 nights, but I would definitely stay again and longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thank you for your insights. We try to clarify beach front access. This helps for future renters.
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful views, lacking in other areas

We had a great time at Dune Cottage. The views were spectacular and most of the cottage has been renovated nicely. We did have an issue with the downstairs shower which has not been renovated and was very moldy. The bath tub upstairs didn’t drain and there were no window treatments on the window in front of the tub, which the shower curtain opened out to. We could see into the bathroom from the fire pit area. The sandy beach view from the cottage was great, it’s a shame it belongs to the neighbors. We knew this going in and were prepared to use the beach on the peninsula, however it was unusable. Very rocky, no clear path to get there, large piles of brush on the beach, algae along the shore and lots of snakes! We opted to walk down the beach and had it all to ourselves which was wonderful. The deck and fire pit area could use some tlc. Towels in the downstairs bath and pillows in both downstairs bedrooms could use a refresh. Kids loved the bunk room and downstairs media area. Overall, it was a nice property, but for the price point(and being a rental host myself)everyone in my group agreed that some improvements still need to be made.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2021
Thank you so much for your review. We take our guests feedback seriously and appreciate it. The property is located within a state park and protected dunes on Lake Michigan. The peninsula that is referenced in the review is part of the state park, we find hundreds of Petoskey stones and the sunset from the end is priceless. Seeing wildlife is a natural part of the charm. We have replaced the pillows and the towels. Again, we appreciate your feedback and hope you return to the appeal and rustic nature of Northern Michigan.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dotty F.

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

Granny's trip

5 retired grandmothers rented this property for 3 days. We enjoyed the view, the weather was cool and rainy. We were sorry not to be able to book next years trip here but they changed availability to renting for a week only.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Lake Michigan getaway

Lovely cottage setting. Very comfortable furnishings. Sunsets amazing!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anne Hornak

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We have been vacationing in Charlevoix for 40 years and enjoy the area immensely. Whatever the season, it is truly an amazing place! We all enjoy the beaches, restaurants, shopping, boating, marinas, golfing, library, orchards, festivals, neighboring towns, etc. We're so fortunate to have found this property located precisely where we wanted it: on miles of sand where the sunsets are INCREDIBLE and a short drive from downtown (Bridge Street).

Why they chose this property

Charlevoix offers some many wonderful amenities. Downtown has cute shops, Dune Cottage offers a retreat space with privacy and miles of beach to walk, while being within 10 minutes of town. Enjoy quiet evenings at cottage with a beautiful sunset or head into town for an amazing time on Round Lake.

What makes this property unique

In the winter, we take advantage of skiing at Nubs Nob, Boyne Highlands/Mountain, and sledding/ice skating locally at Mt McSauba.

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