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Captain's Quarters @The Boat Shop - Overlooking Paradise Bay

Apartment with kitchen, steps from Lake Michigan

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Captain's Quarters @The Boat Shop - Overlooking Paradise Bay (Beaver Island)
Beaver Island's charming downtown is at your doorstep in this beautiful one-bedroom apartment. Take in the harbor views from the large covered deck, enjoy a relaxing evening under star-filled skies, and access nearby beaches, restaurants, and stores on foot or by bike.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Captain's Quarters @The Boat Shop - Overlooking Paradise Bay

We invite you to experience a delightful vacation in this charming one-bedroom rental, ideally located in the heart of downtown Beaver Island. Just a short stroll or bike ride away from the marina, you'll find yourself close to restaurants, shops, entertainment options, and beautiful beaches. The spacious covered deck provides a wonderful view of the harbor by day and serves as a serene getaway for stargazing at night.

Relax and unwind during your stay in this rental. It features a cozy bedroom equipped with a Queen bed, and all linens are provided for your convenience. Enjoy access to a shared laundry facility, as well as complimentary Netflix and Internet during your visit.

Welcome to the historic St. James Boat Shop. Established in 2017, our shop continues the legacy of craftsmanship started by Dan Burton and his family. Since 1985, we have specialized in creating handcrafted cherry wood boats and buckets. If you have any questions or need assistance planning your trip to Beaver Island, we are here to help. We can assist with arranging tours, travel, rentals, and event planning, as well as provide valuable advice for an unforgettable vacation experience. Feel free to reach out to Carol for any inquiries.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: YES

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Boat Shop Overlooking Paradise Bay Downtown St. James Guesthouse
Boat Shop Overlooking Paradise Bay Downtown St. James
Boat Shop Overlooking Paradise Bay Downtown St. James Guesthouse
Boat Shop Overlooking Paradise Bay Downtown St. James Guesthouse
Boat Shop Overlooking Paradise Bay Downtown St. James
The Boat Shop Overlooking Paradise Bay in Downtown St. James
The Boat Shop Overlooking Paradise Bay in Downtown St. James

About the neighborhood

Map
Beaver Island, MI

What's nearby

  • Toy Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Beaver Island Harbor Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Beaver Island Community Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Marine Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Old Mormon Print Shop Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Strawberry Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Circle M Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Point Brewing - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Beachcomber - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shamrock Restaurant & Pub - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Quarters @The Boat Shop - Overlooking Paradise Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Captain's Quarters @The Boat Shop - Overlooking Paradise Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Quarters @The Boat Shop - Overlooking Paradise Bay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Captain's Quarters @The Boat Shop - Overlooking Paradise Bay located?

Located in the heart of Beaver Island, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Toy Museum and Lake Michigan. Beaver Island Community Center and Beaver Island Harbor Lighthouse are also within 15 minutes.

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Captain's Quarters @The Boat Shop - Overlooking Paradise Bay Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 110 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was excellent, the people were very friendly, and the accommodations top-notch. Thank you for making our first trip to Beaver Island an amazing experience! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and cozy place in a terrific location! Very close to the ferry dock and restaurants and steps from a great breakfast spot, market and brewery. Rent an e-bike on site and explore the island!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a lovely kitchenette apartment. Has a nice view of Paradise Bay and is a 13 minute walk from the town center. It would be perfect for an extended stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Honeymoon stay

Beautiful location, and excellent location for watching the strawberry moon rise!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diann P.

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

Great place & location

This was our first trip to Beaver Island and absolutely loved it. The apartment was 0.5 mile from town and the grocery store is almost next door. It was great having a kitchen and the patio overlooking the bay was wonderful. We had our car and there was ample parking. Highly recommend this property if you are visiting Beaver Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, comfortable and convenient place to stay. We only had bikes with us and it was only a few blocks from the ferry and very close to Wild Strawberry Cafe for good food and the market. We had warm weather and wondered if it was hot if the one fan would have been enough, as there is no a/c, but it worked out well for us. The view is beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

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

Beaver Island marina views

Perfect apartment overlooking bay and marina with restaurant, grocery market, and brewery within a 3 minute walk! Walk to town or lighthouse is 10minutes approximately. A great place to “unplug” and get back to nature!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hollie D.

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

Great location and hosts were fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

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

Great location

Was a great place to stay for the weekend and it was nice to be so close to a market, cafe, and brewery!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon V.

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

Awesome vacation

Wonderful place to stay!!! Very clean, comfortable, incredible location and great host!!!I Would stay here again without a second thought!!! Loved this vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Island getaway

Great location and a very pleasant home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

Great stay!

Nice spot right by the water. Very clean place and cozy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Beaver island

We loved our stay on Beaver Island. Carol was a a fantastic host. It was raining when our ferry got in so she so nice and able to picked us up and drove us to our accommodations which because we were staying off season were ready early. She was very helpful the next day when we wanted to rent a car as well so we could explore more of the island. Our accommodations were clean and quiet and on a gorgeous part of the island.
This is the view off the balcony
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Getaway on Beaver Island

The Captain’s Quarters was perfect for our 2 day stay on the island. It was exactly as shown in the pictures. The location was excellent. Carol was very helpful with island information.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy S.

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

Island Life

Gorgeous view, private yet walking distance to island needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment had everything we needed, great view of Lake Michigan, would recommend highly
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W.

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

Peaceful beauty

Easy walk to the town’s museums and shops. Perfect place for 2. Comfortable furnishings.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Beautiful view with all the comforts of home

This was like an apartment with all the amenities anyone needs. Very clean. The porch view of the water was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri W.

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

Island Getaway

It was very relaxing to head to the island without having to work on our properties. The accommodations were perfect. Location was great. All within walking distance. The Property Manager was very accommodating and friendly. After all we're Neighbors!!!! Views were amazing and the weather was outstanding. Can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

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

Overlooking the bay

Captain’s Quarters were perfect for our stay on Beaver Island. Lovely view overlooking the bay, clean apartment with everything we needed. Not sure about the kitchen just because we were only there one night and since we were taking a much needed break we ate out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great location

Beaver Island stole our hearts when we visited this summer. We came back to look at available properties on the island. The apartment was charming, clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassondra M.

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

Paddling paradise bay

We enjoyed the quaint small town life that beaver island offered. This location was absolutely perfect, suiting our paddling and exploring needs! Bike rental beneath us, market next door and access to the water just across the street!! We will be staying here again next summer!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Relaxing on the bay

The apartment was perfect. Everything we needed was there. The view off the deck was wonderful. The location was perfect since we had no car and this apartment is located in the center of town. Very quiet and very relaxing. With the owner just downstairs it was very handy for asking questions about town and things to do. We'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl K.

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

Very clean and quiet. Close to everything!

The property was very clean and quiet . Exactly how it is listed. Check in was easy. Carol was very nice and friendly. The location was close to everything I needed ( coffee, groceries, restaurants.) The view from the balcony of the marina and harbor was spectacular! Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023