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The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block!

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101900 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly

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Northport, MI
  • Popular LocationWillowbrook Mill5 min walk
  • Popular LocationPeterson Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationChristmas Cove Beach10 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)49 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely winter stay! Charming house in the center of town.
Anna B.
Dec 25, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block!

Charming historic downtown Northport home built in 1908. View of the bay from the front porch. Less than a block to the public beach, park, marina, bars, restaurants and brewery! Four bedrooms include two downstairs and two up. Jack and Jill full bathroom upstairs. Large fully equipped kitchen. Washer and dryer. Smart TV with wireless internet. Huge lot with lots of parking. Front porch and side patio for enjoying the summer nights.

Northport is at the tip of the Little Finger and is close to all that Leelanau County has to offer including; winery and cidery tours, breweries, Fish Town in Leland, shopping in Suttons Bay, boating and fishing in the bays and the inland lakes. Hiking trails lead to hidden beaches. Ten minutes to the north is the Leelanau State Park and the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse.

More photos to come....

Please note that this house has steps at all entries and may be difficult for those with mobility challenges.

Property manager

Mary Ellen Philbin

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $200 non-refundable deposit.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Northport

This vacation home is located in Northport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Willowbrook Mill - 5 min walk
  • Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive
  • Leelanau State Park - 7 min drive
  • Peterson Park - 8 min drive
  • Christmas Cove Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northport Brewing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Northport Pub & Grille - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Wine Cellars - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Green Bird Cellars & Organic Farms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tribune Ice-cream & Eatery - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block! located?

Situated in Northport, this vacation home 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 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a lovely winter stay! Charming house in the center of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfred D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attending a Wedding
The property was a great fit, with a full bath upstairs and downstairs, perfect for a diverse family of adults, elementary age kids, grandmother and grandfather. Ample kitchen for making our breakfasts, lunches and watching movies in the evening, and accessibility to a quaint town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jane N., La Porte, IN

Conveniently located
Conveniently located to downtown Northport and surrounding areas for bike riding. Our week concluded with the Uncaged Festival in Northport which was really nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarkis K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northport trip
We had a great stay. This house is conveniently locate near sleeping bear dunes, Glenn Arbor and Suttons Bay. Within walking distance to downtown Northport. Very convenient for going out for dinner and drinks at night. Great house with a lot of character. Plenty of beds and bedrooms for me and my family. Comfortable beds and furniture. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location close to everything
Great communication from owner, nice & comfy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

User K., Ohio

Disliked: Cleanliness
Best Location
We loved the outside areas and the porch swing. There is plenty of parking. It is an old house and has had hodge podged not well done modifications. The outside is attractive. The bathrooms and beds were clean. We asked for more towels and the owner accommodated. The cleanliness of the house is not good. Nice furnishings, but the furniture in the living room is very dirty as are the rugs and the floors. I did mention this to the owner, but she had no comment.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa R., Chesterton, IN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Back at the Boathouse on Waukazoo
Loved getting back to Northport, and the Boathouse on Waukazoo. The Mitten Brewing, NPG, Barb's Bakery, The Big Hot Woody, New Bohemian Cafe, The Tribune, The Bay Theatre in Suttons Bay [GOTG3, IYKYK], 30+ miles of walking and beaches with Newton, Roman Wheel Pizza, ice cream in Suttons Bay, The Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Peterson Park, Gill's Pier/Onomonee Road Beach. All the dogs [Alphonse, Humphrey, Max, Gabriel, Henri, Ruger AND Mystic!!!]. The family of 41 from Ohio. The family from Kentucky. The Friday Farmers Market. Bardenhagen strawberries. Perfect weather. And perfect location, hosts, and stay. Thank you, Mary Ellen - we cherish our time at the Boathouse ❤️❤️❤️🐾🐾🐾🏖🏖🏖
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northport aka a little piece of Heaven!
This was our first trip to Northport having travelled there for a wedding at Willowbrook Mill. The property was perfect! Everything was within walking distance and the cottage itself was comfortable and cozy. We look forward to spending time here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Boathouse in the Fall
We had the absolute best time staying at the Boathouse. It was myself, my husband, sister, brother in law, niece, and mom. Plenty of bedrooms throughout and a nice open living space. The kitchen was fully stocked and had everything you could need. The house was in a very walkable area. Just a one block walk will get you to downtown- with a grocery store, shops and restaurants. One block in the other direction will get you to an awesome waterfront park with a marina and beach and playground. I can’t say enough great things about the house and location. The proximity to Sutton’s Bay and Traverse City is excellent. We were able to hit some of favorite places in those towns and then head back to Northport within about 40 minutes tops. The Boathouse is now a favorite and we will for sure be making a return visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

doug t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Upnorth vacation
Great experience. House was old but in great condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky S., Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage!
Wonderful cozy cottage in a great location in Northport. We had everything we needed and more. The owners are wonderful and easy to communicate. Will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun stay in Northport!
We absolutely loved staying in Northport. Mary Ellen was an excellent host always on top of communication and quick to respond to questions. The house was very charming and perfectly set up for our group of six. The location was great in walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. Parking was easy too. I really loved being able to bring our two dogs. We enjoyed playing cards at the dining room table, preparing meals in the spacious kitchen and making smores by the firepit. My only suggestions would be new mattresses upstairs and more towels. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage, Great Location
We had a group of 8 people and 2 dogs and this house fit our needs perfectly! It was in a great location that allowed us to just walk into town and down to the beach. It was also a great location to be able to explore all of the peninsula and not have to drive very far to get anywhere. We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week at the boathouse!
We had a great week at the boathouse. Myself, my husband, our 3 girls and their 3 friends (ages 11-17) all loved the house. There was plenty of room (we probably could have squeezed in another 3 girls!), beds were comfy, AC and ceiling fans kept us all cool, and the welcome bottle of wine was appreciated! Northport is our favorite up north town, and the location was perfect, the girls could walk down to the beach/park or to the shops/restaurants. And still close enough for day trips to sleeping bear and traverse city. Porch swing and fire pit were great when we were just hanging out at the house. Would love to stay here again sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose H., Northwood, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
House is a block away from shops, restaurants, beach and marina!
Process very easy! This is the second time we’ve used this property. Whole family loves this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This was such an enjoyable place and I am so glad I found it. Northport is such a quaint area. So peaceful. The house was immaculate and comfortable. The layout was perfect for our group of 8. Plenty of sleeping room. And you didn’t get the sense that there were beds squeezed into odd places. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped for everything needed to cook meals. Plenty of utensils. Bathrooms had towels for everyone. We brought along our own beach towels, because we like to have enough to lay out. And I brought along my own hair products but I always do. There’s a small supermarket in town for supplies. And we absolutely loved the fire pit. Sat out there every night. Never once used the TV set. A great place to air out with all the comforts of home. Definitely a keeper. We got really lucky with the weather too. If I didn’t have to get back to work I’d have requested additional days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We vacationed the week prior to our daughters wedding in Northport. It’s an adorable small town.
The property was perfect for a relaxing week. We used the fire pit and barbecue for a few of our extended family members in town. When rain put a kink in our wedding photo plans the adorable curb appeal provided a perfect backdrop. The rooms are spacious and the closet space was amazing and perfect for the wedding dress and bridesmaids gowns. The owner was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions. Walking distance to town and the beach was perfect. I have to add the ample parking couldn’t have been better since we towed a trailer of wedding decor!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H., St. Louis

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
I booked the boathouse for my painters, who came from Traverse City to work on my home in Northport. The guys were very pleased with the accomodations, Mary Ellen was extremely friendly and easy to work with, and it was a very good experience. Thank you so much!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katharine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We really enjoyed our stay here for a family wedding. The house was in the perfect location with shops and restaurants within walking distance. The beds are very comfortable. The owners are very responsive and kind. I would recommend coming when it is still light outside because the outside lighting is dark outside. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house in great location.
Lovely home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Constance G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming and comfortable home close to food and shopping!
We loved our stay at the Boathouse. It is so comfortable and welcoming and we loved relaxing on the front porch with views of the bay. The kitchen is large and had everything we needed, the family room and dining room were spacious and comfy, and with four bedrooms that sleeps many, we could spread out and have private spaces as well. We walked to dining and shops multiple times every day. It was so easy! We would definitely return to the Boathouse.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location clean and ready to go
Property clean owners very responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Genny D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation
The Boathouse had everything we needed. 4 bedrooms with comfortable beds! Well equipped kitchen, great outdoor space for a fire at the end of the day. Very close to the water and public beach. A beautiful old house with loads of character. North port is a quiet, very walkable town with friendly residents. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
We are visiting our children and grandchildren from California. The house was perfect for our group. We could walk to the beach and town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
July Getaway
The house is in a great location - walking distance to shops and restaurants and to the beach to put in kayaks. The two downstairs bedrooms were great for less mobile family members and the common area has comfortable furniture and a big dining table. Plenty of parking. We had a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021