Apartment

The Heart of the Village

Apartment with kitchenette, a short walk to Lake Michigan

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Enjoy your stay at "Heart of the Village".
Large windows provide plenty of natural light.
Comfortable sitting area.
Cozy table for two.
Queen size bed. Reading lamps, dresser and wardrobe.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 249.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Northport, MI
  • Place, Willowbrook Mill
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Peterson Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Christmas Cove Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Heart of the Village

This studio apartment in the heart of Northport is within walking distance to everything you'll need. Two bar/restaurants and a boutique bowling alley are across the street and within one block you'll find a public beach on Northport Bay, the public marina, a grocery store, an additional restaurant, quaint shops, the post office, a bank, and a craft beer brew pub. This is the perfect place to experience life in a small town!
Additionally, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, boats, bicycles and other summer fun items are available from a rental business located next door. Enjoy your water sports in the bay (a half a block away) and bike around town or down many of the scenic roads in the area. (Which is pretty much all of them!)

On the Northwest corner of the village is the Northport Creek Golf Course, winner of the Golf Digest 2015 Green Star Award. It is a public, 35 par course designed by Jerry Matthews.

The Willowbrook Mill wedding venue is just two blocks away.

The apartment is tucked away down a hill and behind a garage at the back of the property and can't be viewed from the street. East facing windows provide beautiful sunrises with partial views of Northport Bay.

Please keep in mind that being in the center of town may occasionally mean hearing some of the hustle and bustle that comes with village life. (Although we have very considerate neighbors!) For example, on Friday evenings throughout the summer, the "Music in the Park" performances, which play genres such as jazz and folk music among others, can be heard from on the property. Performances end at 9:00pm.
Sit out in the yard and enjoy the music, or grab the totable lawn chairs provided and head down to the gazebo at the park to enjoy the music with the rest of the community.

The area around Northport is known for scenic vistas of Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan, orchards, vineyards and natural areas.

Visit the Northport/Omena Chamber of Commerce page of FaceBook for a list of events and additional information on the area.

Some local businesses may change their hours of operation frequently. Check their websites or FB accounts for updates.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No cribs, highchairs, etc. provided.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
While we love animals, our no pet policy is firm.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

About the area

Northport

Located in Northport, this apartment is in the city centre. Grand Traverse Lighthouse and Historic Fishtown are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery and Nathaniel Rose Wine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Northport, MI

What's nearby

  • Willowbrook Mill - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christmas Cove Farms - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Peterson Park - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Christmas Cove Beach - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 13 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northport Brewing - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Knot Just a Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Wine Cellars - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fischer's Happy Hour Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fingers Crossed - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Heart of the Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Heart of the Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Heart of the Village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Heart of the Village located?

Located in the heart of Northport, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Willowbrook Mill and Lake Michigan. Christmas Cove Farms and Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Preston S.

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

Nice quite place

A nice clean place to stay while your exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean! Had a great stay! Karen communicated very well with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen was a WONDERFUL host. She was so kind and attentive, and gave great recs to places around the area. The space was so nice and clean, and came with snacks which was so sweet. We absolutely loved the space and the area, we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

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

Perfect location

Short walk to everything in Northport, thank you for the hospitality, I look forward to staying with you again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Remco Z., East Lansing, MI

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

Nice place & Area

Stayed her for 2 nights. Great place and great for experiencing the whole area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

BARTON W.

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

Peaceful getaway to Northport

Beautifully laid out studio apartment with thoughtful provisions, privacy and easy access. Love the location for walk to beach, lake and stores. Host was accessible but not invasive to privacy. We look forward to another chance to visit Northport and this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

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

Great location

Right in the heart of Northport with an easy walk to the beach, stores and restaurants. Great communication and care shown by our hosts. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

toni w.

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

delightful stay

We loved the Heart of the Village and the host was very kind and thoughtful. We would like to return another time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy C.

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

Truly the Heart of the Village

Although we only stayed for a short weekend, it didn’t take long to see that this is a perfect little getaway spot. Not only was the property beautiful and the rental super clean, but you really are within walking distance to anything you might need during your stay. Cherry on top was meeting the owners’ dog, Lily - so adorable! Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Worked like a charm

Great Northport rental. Very clean with thoughtful touches for a comfortable stay. Quick easy drive to anywhere we wanted to go on the peninsula. Close walk to anywhere in town.

10/10 Excellent

Johnny M.

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

Second stay as perfect as the first

This is our second time staying here. Spotless, excellent location, very short walk to the beach, good food nearby and reasonable drive to other attractive locations to spend a day. Probably not our last time here. Love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Karen was a very gracious host. We enjoyed our stay and the studio was clean and spacious. Snacks, water and coffee were provided and were appreciated. We have already recommended her place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Northport excellence

CLEAN. Provided all you need (beach towels, folding chairs cooler and snacks) only thing missing was a tv. Great communication. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This roomy studio apartment was clean and comfortable, with views of backyard greenery, which made us feel at home in the woods even though it is located steps away from the business district and shoreline. Our lovely hostess made checking in a breeze and was easy to communicate with throughout our stay. We would book this place again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil B.

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

The Heart of the Village

Great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loyd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a wonderful stay in Northport for the weekend! The host was very accommodating and made sure our stay was great. This is right in the middle of town, making it the perfect place to stay for hopping around to different shops, restaurants, or bakeries!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time staying here. The place is nice and clean with an ideal location. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Wedding

We came for a wedding at Verterra and this was super convenient. Everything was in walking distance. Host was very nice and we had everything we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

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

Great place to stay!

Karen's place is absolutely spotless and very comfortable for 2 people. She includes lots of great touches like snacks upon arrival and also some beach towels and chairs to use during your stay. We have stayed there twice so far and are very comfortable. I'd highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

Great value

Karen was responsive and accomodating. Cottage in the heart of downtown Northport. Perfect location to walk to everything. Not fancy, but immaculate, quiet, and with nice accoutrements. Bed very comfortable with cotton sheets— not microfiber (yuck). We will return
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

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

Great hosts!

Our host was really wonderful! She was very communicative both before and during our stay. She gave us some great recommendations for local hiking and the best places to watch sunsets, sunrises and to view the stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Amazing location

The rental was spotless, private, and within immediate walking distance of absolutely everything in Northport, including a grocery store, cafes, and restaurants. We appreciated the thoughtful welcome gifts of water, snacks, etc. The host did a great job providing everything you might need without any unnecessary clutter. What a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Quiet and comfortable

Very nice and comfortable place to stay. The extra touches (snacks, soaps, shampoo, etc.) were appreciated. Also appreciated possible early check-in and delayed check-out time. Missed having a TV especially in the morning. It's a bit of a walk from the street to the apartment but not unexpected, and path was well-lit. Owner was very helpful and offered information on activities and businesses in town and the area. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy Z.

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

Great quiet location, close to hiking and restaurants.

Karen was a great host! We enjoyed being able to walk to all of the local stores, coffee shop, and restaurants. The Traverse City Lighthouse and Fishtown are only 15 minutes away. Lots of great hiking trails with 15 minutes as well. The VRBO is a large studio unit. As advertised, there is no TV or stove. We would definitely recommend if these are not necessities for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Northport stay

I enjoyed staying at this property. It was clean and quiet. The snacks and book a gift were a nice touch. I'd recommend this property to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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