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Lovely Vintage B&B Charm! Close to Marshall, Charlotte & 5 min from I-69

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Front yard sign
Living room
Queen bedroom
Our restored vintage 1950s kitchen!
Wine. cheese and crackers "Welcome Basket!"

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 578.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Olivet, MI
  • Firekeepers Casino
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Kellogg Arena
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Michigan State University
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely Vintage B&B Charm! Close to Marshall, Charlotte & 5 min from I-69

Enjoy the peaceful charm & ambiance of a restored vintage B&B! Perfect for a romantic getaway, personal retreat or family trip, it's private, quiet, has views of 200 acres of lovely woods and is beautifully decorated with comfy vintage and cottage style furniture. Amenities include wine, cheese and crackers "Welcome Basket," yummy breakfast items, Starbucks coffee, luxury towels and bedding, Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu Live, Disney+, ESPN+, Echo Dot with Alexa, Amazon Music and BOSE Speaker! Just 5 min from I-69, University of Olivet, Pine Lake and the Old Indian Creek Farm Wedding Venue, we are also 13 minutes from Marshall and 13 minutes from Charlotte. We invite you to come and stay with us to see why many of our repeat guests call The Cottage their favorite cozy "home away from home!"

We have been on another vacation rental site for over five years with over 325 5 star reviews! Our historic property, established in 1865, is very unique, as the front of the property is on the Main Street of Olivet - but the back part of the property, where The Cottage is located, abuts to 200 acres of beautiful private wooded land! Many of our guests report that they see lots of wildlife, including deer, racoons and bunnies - and even wild turkeys! They also often comment on hearing the beautiful bird song in the spring and summer months, as well as the crickets chirping in the backyard pond and the gentle sound of our backyard water fountain. So, we are in the city and in the country at the same time!

- Private entrance. The Cottage is in a building totally separate from our home. It is located above our garage, which is used only for storage. No cars go in and out of the garage so it is very quiet and private. The Cottage is accessed by 14 indoor carpeted stairs with a sturdy handrail.
- Spacious with 840 square feet
- South facing, bright and sunny with lots of windows!
- Charming restored 1950’s vintage kitchen! This kitchen is fully equipped, so you can cook your own food and eat in! Dishes include service for 8 and silverware includes service for 12. A variety of wine glasses are also included. There are pots and pans, utensils, a mixer, bakeware, bowls, etc. to cook any complete meal.
- Large laptop friendly desk
- Large balcony for relaxing and eating outside
- Red and white wine and Schuler's cheese and crackers "Welcome Basket!"
- A variety of welcome breakfast items for you to prepare until you get a chance to go to the store. Included are drinks (see below), eggs, frozen waffles and syrup, cereals, a variety of breakfast bars and cinnamon rolls you can bake! Breakfast is not provided daily.
- Starbucks coffee, assorted tea bags (yes - we have a teapot!), milk and hot chocolate
- Smart TV with NETFLIX, PRIME VIDEO, HULU LIVE, DISNEY+ and ESPN+ - plus local channels available to all guests. You do not need your own account.
- Electric fireplace to provide ambience and warmth
- Excellent Wi-Fi
- Multiple USB device charging ports
- BOSE Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker - listen to music from your phone
- AMAZON ECHO DOT WITH ALEXA
- WE NOW HAVE AMAZON MUSIC! Ask Alexa to play your favorite song or album and she'll do it!
- 1 queen bed
- 1 double bed
- Pack 'n Play Travel Crib
- Twin inflatable bed with sheets and blankets
- Luggage service, if needed
- There are 2 free onsite lighted parking spaces between the main house and The Cottage.

- We are less than a 5 minute drive from I-69 from either direction.
- We are a 5 minute drive to the Indian Creek Farm wedding venue
- We are a 5 minute drive to Pine Lake.
- We are a 15 minute drive to Duck Lake.
- We are a 2-4 block walk to The University of Olivet.
- We are a 10-15 minute drive to historic Marshall.
- We are a 10-15 minute drive to Charlotte.
- We are approximately a 30 minute drive to Lansing to the north and a 20-30 minute drive to Battle Creek to the southwest.
- We are approximately a 17 minute drive to Firekeeper's Casino in Battle Creek.
- We are a 30 minute drive to Hastings (Barry Roubaix bike race)
- We are a 10 minute drive to The Medalist Golf Club in Marshall
- We are an 11 minute drive to Maple Brook Golf Course in Charlotte
- We are approximately a 30 minute drive to Michigan State University in East Lansing and a 45 minute drive to Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo.
- We are a 1 hour drive (depending on traffic) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids and a 90 minute drive to Metro Airport in Detroit.

May-October, we have a beautiful backyard gazebo that is available to all guests. It has seating for 6, a bar cooler table and a cocktail fire table. The Cottage also has its own picnic table and gas grill May-October..

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Olivet

Olivet is home to this apartment. Maple Brook Golf Club and Bonnie View Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kalamazoo River and Bristol Lake. The Country Mill and Full Blast Water Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Olivet, MI

What's nearby

  • Firekeepers Casino - 22 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Full Blast Water Park - 30 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Kellogg Arena - 31 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Michigan State University - 44 min drive - 68.0 km
  • Spartan Stadium - 46 min drive - 69.8 km

Getting around

  • Battle Creek Transportation Center - 27 min drive
  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Block House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Boondocks Pizzeria - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Willow Tree Coffee - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Vintage B&B Charm! Close to Marshall, Charlotte & 5 min from I-69 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely Vintage B&B Charm! Close to Marshall, Charlotte & 5 min from I-69?

As of 24 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely Vintage B&B Charm! Close to Marshall, Charlotte & 5 min from I-69 on 12 Oct 2025 start from AU$250.01, 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 Lovely Vintage B&B Charm! Close to Marshall, Charlotte & 5 min from I-69?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Vintage B&B Charm! Close to Marshall, Charlotte & 5 min from I-69?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Vintage B&B Charm! Close to Marshall, Charlotte & 5 min from I-69 located?

Situated in Olivet, this apartment building is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from Maple Brook Golf Club and within 20 miles (32 km) of Firekeepers Casino and Honolulu House. U.S. Postal Museum and Kalamazoo River are also within 20 miles (32 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sue Ramin-Hutchison

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I am a retired special education, teacher consultant and assistive technology support specialist for kids with special needs. I love to travel, both domestically and internationally. I love to read, garden, and work out. I am also a classically trained soprano and I sing in the Michigan State University Choral Union with the Lansing Symphony. My husband, Bob, and I have an adult son and daughter who have given us three beautiful granddaughters! We also have a lovable white Labrador Retriever named Sherlock. We love being short term rental hosts and have met so many wonderful people over the last five years on another vacation rental site. We look forward to hosting you!

Why they chose this property

When I was growing up, I always wanted to live in a big old house in a small, long established community with a great school system. Olivet is quiet, safe and also has the beautiful campus of the University of Olivet. This is just perfect for us!

What makes this property unique

Our property was established in 1865 and we have lovingly restored our home and the vacation rental to give it a vintage cozy cottage vibe.. While we are located on the main street of town, the back part of the property, where the cottage is, abuts onto 200 acres of beautiful wooded land. So, the cottage is in the city and in the country at the same time! Many of our guests comment on the cottage’s private, peaceful, beautiful surroundings.

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