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Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views.

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Exterior
Room
Room
A red metal archway with the words "BAYFRONT PARK" in white letters.
Two white robes with "UPSTAIRS at the lake" embroidered on them, hanging on a rack.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bear River Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Petoskey, MI
  • Place, Bear River Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bear River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Traverse History Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views.

Charming 880 sq ft apartment with dramatic sunlight and complimented with a 450 sq ft bluestone terrace and grilling patio located in downtown Petoskey. Lake view breakfast nook with sliding door leading to large 200 sq ft furnished balcony that comfortably seats 6 overlooks beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Gracious living area with hardwood floors throughout. Bath with extra large shower and marble floor. Bedroom has a king bed with top of the line linens for your best night's sleep. All the things you would expect for a 5 star rental. 0.4 mile walk to downtown Petoskey. Little Traverse Wheelway and the Petoskey Waterfront are just around the corner.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3179168vb
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
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

Petoskey

Petoskey is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park. Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Cheboiganing Preserve are also worth visiting.
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Petoskey, MI

What's nearby

  • Bear River Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bear River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Traverse History Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Petoskey Bayfront Light Beacon Station - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Odawa Casino - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panera - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chavez kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at City centre apartment with lake views?

As of 11 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City centre apartment with lake views on 13 Aug 2026 start from AU$870, 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 Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views. located?

Situated in Petoskey, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Bear River Park and Lake Michigan. Bear River and Little Traverse History Museum are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dianna was great to work with and the location was perfect for walking downtown. Being near the water was a bonus! Loved the outdoor deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Petoskey! Clean, close to everything- shopping, restaurants and trails plus the beautiful Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed stay. Place is lovely just like pictured. Petoskey is charming. Will visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

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

Beautiful decor, close to everything!

We loved our stay. The apartment is well appointed and beautifully decorated, and the location is ideal - close to downtown Petosky, and steps form the lake and the Little Travers Wheel Way. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

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

Up North getaway

Diana was great to work with and the location is close to town and the great restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay if you like to park your car & walk. Just a couple minutes to Bayfront Park & Bear River Area. 10 min. to downtown shopping and dining. Or you could just stay at the apartment and sit on the deck or grill on the patio.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Upscale apartment -- loved the dedicated parking space -- very convenient to shops/restaurants in Petosky -- yes, there is a busy street in front, but bedroom is in the back & no trouble sleeping. A wonderful oasis.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and perfect for two adults! Tons of places to walk and enjoy the lake. Wonderful upstairs deck. To those sensitive to road noise, you will hear it during the day and then nothing at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice and clean apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

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

Great Apartment!

The apartment is very clean and beautifully decorated. It had everything we needed and was in a very good location. It was perfect for our long weekend in Petoskey; a great home base for visiting the entire area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Petoskey treasure

My husband and I enjoyed our stay in this beautifully decorated and well equipped unit. Diana was lovely to work with and available to us if we needed anything. We would highly recommend this apartment!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a Beautiful, well maintained property! Close to downtown shopping and the shore. Plenty of books for any tired feet or a rainy day and of course a TV which includes premium channels. I rate this a 5 star.
Views from the patio
looking the other direction
and beautiful Lake Michigan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

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

Lovely well appointed accommodations.

Architectural enthusiasts will love all the attention to detail and design in this perfectly appointed space. Easy walk into downtown and over to the Little Traverse Bayfront parks. We love Petoskey and this space is a gem -)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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

Perfect Petoskey Apartment

Perfect apartment near downtown Petoskey. Location is close to downtown Petoskey the views of lake and sunset were amazing. Would recommend this place!!! Stayed July 23
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I loved staying at Upstairs at the Lake! It’s an immaculate property, thoughtfully decorated with a comfortable king bed and very conveniently located. There is a bit of road noise but it didn’t bother us. Loved relaxing on the porch at the end of each day, enjoying the views of Lake Michigan. Easy and helpful communication with Diana. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

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

Wonderful!

A perfect apartment in Petoskey. Lovely and beautiful. And the view is gorgeous!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara A.

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

Get away

Lovely little bungalow, perfect for two. Cozy yet roomy with everything we needed for our stay. Enjoyed the view of the lake from the back patio. Nice walk to the pier, marina and town.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family truly enjoyed our stay in this apartment—it made the perfect home base for our first trip to Northern Michigan. The unit is beautifully finished and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed. The only downsides were its location on a busy road and the sleeping arrangements: while it’s listed for four guests, there’s only one king bed and no pull-out sofa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Beautifully Appointed

Small but has everything a couple could want in a short stay property. Beautifully decorated and excellent customer service by property manager. Right on US 131 so expect some road noise but it did not bother us.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb J.

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

Wonderful Apartment

This is a beautifully done space. Everything is executed to perfection. It is spacious and very comfortable. It is conveniently located near downtown and the Wheelway. The host was very friendly and accommodating. The house is, however, on a main road and the traffic can be loud much of the time. But overall I had a wonderful stay and would enthusiastically recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Florian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Wonderful little home

We very much enjoyed the place, the upscale and amenities. We felt very much at home. The check-in process was very easy and we made use of the patio. The place is a short walk to the sunset pier and a little bit further into town (we ended up driving as parking was ample). The one thing we would have wished was a little less road noise / traffic in front of the place which started early in the morning and late into the evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

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

Great find!

My husband and I stayed here for our first visit to Petoskey. We arrived late afternoon and unloaded our things and headed into town on foot. Within 7-10 minutes we were seated at a lovely restaurant.The location is perfect as it’s just a short walk into town; a block and a half to the bike rental; and steps to the bike path and trail that runs along the lake, marina and into town.We found the accommodations very comfortable and impeccably clean. Diana was always quickly responsive when I reached out with questions. We can’t wait to return to Petoskey and would not hesitate to stay here again!
Dusk on the patio
View from the bedroom window
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

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

Pristine 'Model' Apt - Upscale Cape Cod Style

The upstairs apartment was definitely as advertised. Its located above the office of a custom home builder/restorer which is clearly the owner as evident by the creativity and new/cleanliness of all the fixtures. The road noise was inconsequential (we noticed someone else mmentioned it in a prior review though it was negligible). About a 5 min walk from downtown, we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal C.

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

Perfect Petoskey Getaway

We really can't say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay in Petoskey! From the lovely welcome basket upon arrival to the beautiful accommodations and kind host and hostess, we felt at home from the start! The modern design and decor of the apartment is fitting for an upscale apartment in northern Michigan. Everything from the bed linens to the bathroom towels and kitchenware were all top of the line and high quality. Special touches in every room make the apartment warm and inviting. The proximity to town allowed us to easily walk there using the backstairs to the waterfront through Bayfront Park! The Little Petoskey Wheelway is also just at the bottom of the stairs! We enjoyed dinners in town, but also getting to use the brand new grill on the downstairs garden patio! Relaxing on the upstairs patio with the view of the bay was a daily treat! The natural light in the apartment makes it feel like home! It was the nicest place to stay on our best vacation yet!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

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