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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Sun loungers, beach towels
Sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 467 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Charlevoix, MI
  • Lake Michigan Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mushroom House
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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The price is CA $236
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CA $303 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
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About the area

Charlevoix

In Charlevoix .Your stay at this cottage will put you steps from Mushroom House and a 5-minute walk from Lake Michigan. Lake Michigan Beach and Charlevoix South Pier Light are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mushroom House - 2 min walk
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk
  • Charlevoix Beach - 1 min drive
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 4 min drive
  • Castle Farms - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Grille - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪B.C. Pizza Charlevoix - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Street Tap Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Villager Pub - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Inhabit A Hobbit House!

Over 400 five-star reviews! Charlevoix’s #1 vacation rental!

Architect and dreamer Earl Young created a magical world with his unique and eccentric stone cottages in Charlevoix. Half House is absolutely one of the most adorable homes you will ever see! Now you can experience it for yourself. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse and breathtaking sunsets just outside your door. Half House is an easy two block stroll to the quaint village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining, marina, ferry, drawbridge and music in the park.

Everything you will need for a comfortable vacation is included: luxurious cotton bed linens and towels, firewood and kindling, free wireless internet, books, music, Roku smart flatscreen TV with streaming channels and DVD player, kitchenware, beach chairs, plus an endless supply of hot water! Not to mention the spectacular view of majestic Lake Michigan! This cozy two bedroom home accommodates four guests quite comfortably. Relax!

Sorry, no pets allowed. Please note that Half House has no central air conditioning. The earthen stone structure and steady cool breeze blowing in over the cold waters of Lake Michigan keep the home comfortable. We also provide fans in every room.

Need more space or your dates aren't available? Check out our other Charlevoix waterfront listing in historic Boulder Park:
Bluewater | Lake Michigan Cottage - Vrbo # 1205070
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Property manager

Bill Thom

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the home.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 720 sq ft (67 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Inhabit A Hobbit House
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Charlevoix
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Private vacation home
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Private vacation home Charlevoix

Inhabit A Hobbit House! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 471 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

beachcomber t.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect for a family
we loved our stay in this condo. the first floor meant easy access to everything outside. there were some issues with the internet that were taken care of immediately.everything we needed was there (i would suggest adding a baking sheet to the kitchen items). the whole place was very clean and i am very picky about that when my grandkids are staying,too!we enjoyed take out meals from "the caboose" around the bend.as it happened, our flights home were canceled and we needed to stay another night. i sent an email inquiring if we could stay one more night and had an almost immediate response that we could. that was a huge help!i would not hesitate to stay here again. thank you for sharing your piece of paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S., Fenton

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
Was a very nice getaway. Plan to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
The Half-House is a unique and cozy space. I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming piece of Charlevoix history
From the second we walked inside, it felt like home! Such a quaint and cozy cottage! We didn’t want to leave. Planning our next visit already!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can I give 10 out of 5 stars
We rented a two night stay as a gift for our parents 55th wedding anniversary. Over the years they have loved traveling. However, in recent years, my mom has become quite a homebody. This turned out to be the perfect gift to celebrate their milestone. Mom loves the story and charm of the home, and it was very clean. The furniture was exceptionally comfortable, which is important for my dad’s back. They brought in some of their own snacks and a pizza and spent a relaxing time just enjoying being in the house. It had everything they needed. They loved just sitting in the living room, in the comfy chairs by the fire, watching the squirrels and looking at the lake. And my mom could not stop commenting about what a great location it was. It’s very close to the ferry launch for Beaver Island. There’s a wonderful walking path just across the street. There’s some nice shops close by. She told me all the wonderful things they could’ve done while they were there, lol. But they decided to just spend the days in the comfort of the house, enjoying the views sitting by the fire and eating their pizza in the evening. They watched YouTube shows about the mushroom houses and read about the homes in the books provided in the house. I cannot thank you enough for putting together such a wonderful place to stay, in such a beautiful area. Maybe when we send them back for #56 they may even visit some of those shops ;) lol.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korinne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket list stay
We have been interested in the Earl Young houses since we first discovered them on a day trip to Charlevoix several years ago. So I was excited to find that one was available as a short-term rental. The inside did not disappoint; it was cozy, quirky and a fun experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charlevoix Weekend
The house was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy place with beautiful view of Lake Michigan.
We love it so much, we go back every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We had a great time during our stay. We were able to walk to about everything we wanted to do. We found several Petosky stones on the beach too! The house is definitely small but one does not need much. It was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! What an Experience
My mom and I stayed for a long weekend at half house. What a great place. It is very cool to be able to stay in an Earl Young Mushroom House and we were so excited to see inside of one of these iconic homes. The location couldn’t be better. It is right across from Lake MI and walking distance to downtown. It is so cute inside, very clean, incredible fireplace and comfortable beds and furniture. The host, Bill, was very accommodating when we had questions and communication was fantastic. There are tours that come by home and many people stopping to take pics. My mom and I stole someone else’s great idea, brought hobbit feet slippers, elf ears and flowery headbands, sat out front and waved to/chatted with many tourists taking pictures. So many were excited to hear they could rent the home and I think they all should!! We loved every second of our time there and Bill is a wonderful host. We would give this house 100 stars if we could.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
The house was adorable! The weather was perfect. We loved having a view of the lake right outside our window. We would stay there again! There is so much to see and do. If you’re looking for a good breakfast spot, we loved Smoke on the Water. It is just a short walk from the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute!
We loved our stay at the Half House. Everything was very clean and well stocked. Very walkable to downtown. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mushroom Magic
Such a fun stay at this architectural treasure perfectly located overlooking Lake Michigan and near some of the best restaurants. The opportunity to actually spend a few days inside one of the famous Mushroom Houses made us feel like celebrities. Thank you to our host for recommending Terry’s for a special occasion dinner. So good! Weathervane, Castle Farms and the beach walks were our favorites.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Half House was exceptional! So cozy and just delightful—we will be back if we can find a date that isn’t booked)!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hobbit House Holiday
It was great to stay in one of the historical Earl Young Mushroom Houses. We took full advantage of our week there, exploring the Charlevoix area. Great location, view and well kept property. It is the first stop on the Mushroom House tour, so there is the paparazzi, with the house being the celebrity. Other than that, it was a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hobbit House
Our stay at Hobbit House was magical. It was exactly as described with many wonderful surprises. The owner has everything stocked as if you’re in your own home. We look forward to returning again. We particularly enjoyed the delightful response from tourists walking by when we greeted them on the front lawn wearing our hobbit ears.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake lift!
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Julie
Magical little cottage in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John Melissa Z., Grand Rapids, MIchigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quant and cozy Half House
This unit is best suited for those under 5'-10". The ceilings are 7' and doorways between rooms about 72". It's as quaint and cozy as it gets. Comfortable bed, cozy living room, tiny kitchen and no dining area (TV trays in the closet). With all its shortcomings we loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin D., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical stay
We had such an incredible stay at the Half House -- it couldn't have been better! Bill was an excellent host, both with communication beforehand and with the amenities and condition of the property. The house itself is so charming and well catered for. We were two adults and one young child, and the set-up was perfect. We were able to sit outside one evening with warm temperatures and have a wonderfully cosy the next chillier night. The amenities were spot on and we didn't even use everything on offer, as everything and more was catered for. I would highly recommend this charming house for a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our brief two night stay. Property was clean, considerately stocked with everything a family might need… bandaids, Benadryl, toms of pots and pans, various kitchen appliances, beach towels, lifejackets, coolers, etc. It was very clear that this host had thought long and hard about what was needed to make his guests feel welcomed and comfortable. This is obviously an incredibly unique home, location was ideal, close walking distance to the beach and downtown. Felt like a celebrity with so many people stopping by to view the home… but everyone was respectful of the property and our privacy. Five stars, thanks so much Bill!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend
Wonderful time, great romantic experience ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Earl Young magic
The half house has always been a place l have wanted to stay since I was a kid. We have rented a few of the Earl Young houses on Park Avenue. The location of this one with the view and the charm offered a magical week in Charlevoix the beautiful, we had a full range of weather, allowing us to enjoy some cozy fires in the fireplace. With John Cross fish nearby, Thursdays farmers market downtown, That French place, and Hardwood, we had some incredible meals. So many fabulous walks from this great location, Beautiful sunsets and amazing swims down at the beach. There is always the flow of mushroom house tours, though this does not bother me as I understand the charm and interest in these magnificent structures. This tiny quaint little gem of a cottage had all the amenities and we had a divine time with our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024