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Charming, quiet lakefront cottage

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Exterior
Lake views from every window.
Interior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Charlevoix, MI
  • Place, Nowland Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Farms
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mushroom House
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming, quiet lakefront cottage

Bright and cheery 650 ft. cottage on Nowland Lake with water views from every window! Bedroom has queen bed, full size Sofa sleeper in living room and small upstairs loft with full mattress - ideal for young kids. Full kitchen and outdoor charcoal grill for cooking meals.
Crystal clear waters, sandy beach for swimming, dock for fishing, and kayaking. (Kayaks not included) Adirondack chairs lakeside for enjoying the peace and quiet of the lake - so quiet you can often hear the loons. Take in the gorgeous sunsets and amazing stars at night by the fire pit just steps from your door. Cords of firewood stacked and ready for you. Perfect location just a short 10 minute drive to dining and shopping in downtown Charlevoix.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1325318vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Charlevoix

Located in Charlevoix, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Boulder Park Nature Preserve, while North Seas Gallery and Charlevoix Circle of Arts are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Boswell Stadium, or consider a night out at Castle Farms.
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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Nowland Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Castle Farms - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mushroom House - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Torch Lake - 32 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 37 min drive - 40.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Nugget In Ellsworth - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪B.C. Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Charlevoix Dairy Grille - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Landings Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, quiet lakefront cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming, quiet lakefront cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming, quiet lakefront cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, quiet lakefront cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, quiet lakefront cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Nowland Lake and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Lake Charlevoix. Lake Michigan and Castle Farms are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 42 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay! The cottage was super clean and comfortable. So peaceful and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage! Hope you'll come back again if your travels take you to northern Michigan :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property and cottage was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake views right out the front windows Beautiful sunsets
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
I’m so glad you enjoyed the cottage - and the beautiful views! :-)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jbrock234

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

Excellent!

Beautiful lakeside location. Beautiful well furnished home with everything in working order.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at our little slice of heaven! Hope you’ll come back if your travels ever take you back to Charlevoix.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Al R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet area down 1 mile of unpaved road on a beautiful lake. We practically had the lake to ourselves. The cabin had everything we needed. Jill was responsive to any questions. A great place to stay for the two of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2025
I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay! thanks for the nice review :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Stay in Charlevoix

Absolutely loved this property! It was quiet, clean, and perfect for a weekend getaway. Definitely recommend, it was right on a small lake with an easy drive to downtown Charlevoix. Would for sure stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2024
I’m so happy that you enjoyed your stay at our little cabin on Nowland Lake. We hope you’ll come back another time! :-) Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Quiet cabin

Very lovely site, perfectly sized cabin for my partner and I. Amazing view of the lake, spectacular sunsets and convenient to Charlevoix and places beyond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ted M.

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

Away from it all

Property was as advertised, very peacefully and was updated beautifully. We absolutely loved our 5 day stay and would recommend for anyone looking to get away and back to nature.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
So happy you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and found it to be just what you had expected. Hope you'll come back some day. Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

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

Peace & quiet

Beautiful, serene setting Loved sitting by the water & watching sunsets
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2020
So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! If your future vacation plans bring you back to Northern Michigan I hope you’ll come back and stay! Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Nowland Lake Cottage highly recommended

We very much enjoyed our week at the cottage on Nowland Lake. The place was clean, comfortable and well-equipped. The view of the lake made our stay especially pleasant. The environment was so peaceful. The only sounds we heard during our time there were the calls of the lake loons and mourning doves. We highly recommend vacationing at this cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2022
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

kurt h.

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

Decent place

Nice little cottage. Shared waterfront and dock. Really nice lake - very quiet and good size. Wifi didn't have internet connection. Overall, a fair value.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Kurt, I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. I’m sorry you had trouble with the wi-fi. Once we knew there was an issue we contacted the carrier and got the issue resolved.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

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

Cozy Cottage on a Peaceful Lake near Charlevoix

My college aged daughter and myself stayed in this adorable little cottage. We wanted to be close to Charlevoix to explore the town, Petoskey, the beaches & nature. We enjoyed kayaking on Nowland Lake, a bonfire, stargazing and watching & listening to the Loons. This cottage is small but makes Great use of the space it has & is perfect for a couple of people or a small group. We would definitely stay here again if we're in the area. So Many Great things about it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2021
I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay and got to experience all the things we love about Nowland Lake and Charlevoix.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Awesome Location

The tranquility of the lake in the front yard was awesome. Perfect location to take day trips Fish Town, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Charlevoix and Petoskey. Swam in the crystal clear water everyday, steps away from the cottage. A kayak or paddle board would make this the perfect location, but there aren’t any at the cottage. Other than the lack of a kayak, it was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
I'm so happy you enjoyed the peace and tranquility at Nowland Lake. I understand about the lack of kayaks and I wish we had them too.....it's the perfect lake for it. We were advised against it due to liability, etc. but many guests rent them from Jordan Outfitters and they'll deliver them out to the lake. Hope you'll come back again when you're looking to visit Northern Michigan. Best, Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesa M.

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

Happy place on Nowland Lake

The owner, Jill, has been genuinely warm & welcoming, happily sharing info & ideas for fun things to do in the area. The cute little lake house is beautifully situated on Nowland Lake, & is a perfect place to watch stunning sunsets. The neighborhood & lake are blissfully quiet. There we enjoyed kayaking & fishing. The cottage itself is clean & well appointed, very comfortable, with lots of windows overlooking the lake. Only a short drive into town where there are lots of restaurant & shopping choices. This has been a perfect choice for us to enjoy a lovely get away & de-stress.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2021
Hi Lesa, I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that it was everything you expected! It was such a pleasure communicating with you and i hope you come back again sometime! thanks, Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Beautiful place to stay

We stayed at this cottage August 1 - 6. Absolutely beautiful! Very peaceful and the scenery is awesome. We spent a lot of time on the dock watching the wildlife and listening to the Loons and the Mourning Doves. The sunsets are wonderful. This cottage has everything you need - just bring your clothes, bathing suits, and food to cook on the grill. There are several other cottages close by so the weekend was a bit more active and noisy with people around. Charlevoix is just a few miles away so take some time to visit there, you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay and spent a lot of time out on the dock star gazing ...nothing like it! You’re right about weekends getting a little livelier and active. You just never know how many people will be there at any given time. We love the quiet weekdays too! We will be there mid October and I will mail the jackets you left to you! Thanks, Jill
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jen M.

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

Lovely Lake

There was a lot to like about this cottage, especially the peaceful location right on a small lake with swimming available right outside the door. The living room / kitchen was just as pictured, with nice windows and views of the lake and sunset. There is a lot of shared public space which lends a nice atmosphere to the cottage. The bedroom and bathroom were small and dark, though. I opted to sleep on the sleeper sofa in the living room instead of staying in the bedroom and I spent as little time in the shower as possible. I wasn't expecting anything fancy, but these two spaces would benefit from a refresh and deep clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Jen, i’m so glad you enjoyed your time at the cottage and appreciate your feedback. we do plan on a bathroom renovation next year including a shower upgrade - it’s a small space to work with :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

fzadnik

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

Living Lakeside

Upon arrival we were greeted by green grass, so many birds singing, and the very best view of Nowland Lake! Every look out of the expansive windows of the cottage was of the lake and sky and beautiful trees. Meals at the dining table, cooking out on the patio, enjoying the Adirondack chairs looking over the lake, and long walks along the drive were serene and restorative. We loved watching for and hearing the Loons, listening for the wide variety of birds, and seeing deer and chipmunks and other wildlife. The cottage is delightful with all of the needed amenities for living lakeside! This location affords the best of everything - enjoying the quaint town of Charlevoix the Beautiful and living along the lake. The cottage owners were very helpful and responsive with any questions we had. The wireless internet allowed us to stay connected while enjoying time away. We are already looking forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Frank, I’m so happy you enjoyed your stay at the cabin and appreciated what a special place it is! Glad you’re looking to come back again next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

Wish this place was a secret!

This is a lovely cozy cottage on a quaint and private inland lake just minutes from beautiful Charelvoix. This was our second stay and I wish I could keep the place a secret, as it is already booked through the summer and into the fall. The owners are easy to talk to, welcoming, and accommodating. Communication is prompt. We met a few of the residents of the cottage grouping during this visit and they are so welcoming. It was still quiet and relaxing. A few fishing boats out on the water. We brought our own kayak and enjoyed paddling the entire lake. Saw a family of loons while paddling and heard them every day. Charlevoix is perfect in every way. We've had a family cottage in the area for 35 years, so we are a bit prejudiced. It is small enough not to attract big franchise stores and restaurants while big enough to offer unique shopping, many beaches and water sports, and hiking and biking. You can easily travel to Petoskey, Harbor Springs, or Traverse City for bigger venues. The cottage is adequately equipped with kitchenware for cooking meals in, including several spices. The beds are serviceable but the mattresses will need upgrading soon. I slept on the pullout couch last visit but this time I brought an air mattress. There is plenty of floor space for a couple of them if need be. The mattress in the tiny loft area seemed very comfortable. We only checked it out but didn't sleep there. The headroom clearance in the loft is quite limited. You'd only put one person there (and best probably an older child or teen). We did not use the window air conditioner as the weather was ideal and the windows are spendid! The breeze from the lake is pure summer. (We did use the gas fireplace for heat during our fall trip. It was perfect for heat and ambiance.) We love this place. My sister and I were here together each time. We are in our fifties. Will try to book sooner so we can stay in the summer and in the fall every year. Our fall trip last year was as wonderful as this stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2020
Thanks for the glowing review! :-) I’m so happy you and your sister enjoyed your stay again and that you love it up there as much as we do! Jill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view is wonderful and the host was very nice! The accommodation is clean and very cozy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
Thanks for your 5 star review! I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Thank you for taking such good care of it while you were there! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Restful

Quiet little place, tucked away in a lovely setting. We enjoyed coming “Home” every afternoon after being out and about. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vester M.

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

Thoroughly relaxing

We loved our time at this property, located on a beautiful, quiet lake (except for the loons calling, which we were thrilled to hear every day).
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brock D.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

What a great weekend !! Cabin was clean and it looked just like the pictures. Beautiful sunrise and sunset. Couldn't ask for a better place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Wonderful

We had a great time at this cute little cottage! Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2021
Thanks you Wendy! Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Wonderful location and cabin!

We loved the location of this lovely little cabin. The neighborhood is quite walkable and though it was a hot week we have plenty of shade and a great breeze off the lake. The owner, Jill, was excellent with answering my many questions and it was very pleasant to converse with her. We had an issue with the shower head so I sent Jill a note and she had her handyman out quickly to do an expert job on replacing in. Thank you Jill and mr. Handyman. :-) The lake was lovely with all the loons - we heard them all times of the day and evening - though it was a bit slurry like on the bottom. One caution my sister did come out of the lake with a leach attached to her ankle. That said it is only 15 minutes to Lake Michigan so we went there a lot!! Great night sky, too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2021
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay…all but the leach 😳. I’m used to looking out for stingrays and jellyfish fish in the water in Florida…

About the host

Hosted by Jill Raleigh

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My husband, John and I have lived and worked in Sarasota, Florida since 1989. Originally from Kalamazoo, MI. We have been vacationing on Nowland Lake for 15 years and when the opportunity finally came up to buy one for ourselves, we took the leap. We plan to spend all summer there once we retire, but in the meantime, we are happy to be able to offer it for rent so others can experience and enjoy this very special place!

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It's the perfect place to truly "disconnect" and recharge.

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