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Family and Friends 4 Bedroom Newer Vacation Home

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled in a quiet Petoskey neighborhood, this family vacation home offers a serene retreat. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings with plenty of private open space and easy access to downtown area. The large deck features a campfire area, perfect for gathering around on chilly evenings or roasting marshmallows under the stars.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Family and Friends 4 Bedroom Newer Vacation Home

Recently built vacation accomodation,9 rooms, 2 deck addition, on a quiet, wide double lot, in Petoskey. This totally private vacation retreat was recently built on the wooded property near the original owner's residence. Lots of private open space around the home. Plenty of parking. Beautiful 6 panel- pine doors, white maple, hardwood floors throughout (no musty, germy carpets). Nicely decorated with various interesting exhibits. High ceilings in all rooms. Located on a large, level deep grassy double lot, perfect for all game playing. Easy walk to downtown area. Large deck with campfire area, smaller rear outpost deck. Wi fi Internet. Full size washer and dryer. Fully equipped kitchen. Large refrigerator, new Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove and Oven. Air conditioning, Gas log interior fireplace.
Lots of free polished and natural Petoskey stones for all guests. Owner will play guitar for group, at the campfire if asked. The home has a unique, artistic feel to it, relative to the beautiful northern Michigan area. Guests often comment on the excellent, convenient, quiet location, the unique interesting interior layout and the comforting coziness of the home. The backyard is wooded and rustic with a perfect walking area for pets. The Owner is a well-known Petoskey Stone artist, acoustic guitar player, builder and mechanic. Petoskey stones, which the guests find, will be polished by owner. A special Petoskey stone finding map, can be provided. A wonderful, wide hiking trail, along the beautiful Bear River, which leads to Lake Michigan waterfront and the downtown area, is just 2 blocks away. Mackinac Island ferry boats are just 1/2 hour drive away.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

PRIVATE_VACATION_HOME
Quiet Newer Vacation Home
Quiet , Newer, Family Vacation
Quiet , Newer, Family Vacation Home Petoskey
Quiet , Newer, Family Vacation Home Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

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Petoskey, MI

What's nearby

  • Bear River Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Odawa Casino - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Mackinaw Trail Winery - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Crooked Tree Golf Club - 10 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Back Lot - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mi Tequila - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪City Park Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Southwoods Pub And Grill - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family and Friends 4 Bedroom Newer Vacation Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family and Friends 4 Bedroom Newer Vacation Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family and Friends 4 Bedroom Newer Vacation Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family and Friends 4 Bedroom Newer Vacation Home located?

This family-friendly Petoskey vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bear River and Lake Michigan. Bear River Park and Little Traverse History Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Family and Friends 4 Bedroom Newer Vacation Home Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

2.0

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Loved the house

We loved the house. The location is absolutely perfect. Al is a great host and was so welcoming. Our kids loved searching for petoskey rocks, and Al was able to give them tips on where to search. He was so kind and also gave them several polished stones. We loved exploring Petoskey. Bear River Park was a really near area right in the middle of downtown. Thanks Al, and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Great

We had a great time. It is a great location to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Great location to ski areas

I was very happy with our choice of staying here. We have 2 old dogs and we were worried about ski areas being too far away from them. But skiing was close and downtown was closer so we didn’t have to worry. Also good yard and nice neighborhood. The owner was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Great place

Al the owner is a good man with a great place for friends, family or both to stay. If I should ever be in the area again I would gladly stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

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

Just what I needed

We went up north for a ski weekend at Nubs Nob. This place fit my needs exactly. I recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Great rental with a fantastic owner

We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin in Petoskey. It was conveniently located from the ski resorts we were hitting and the amenities this place offered were endless. The polished petoskey stones were a great touch that all the guests enjoyed getting their hands on. The owner is extremely nice and willing to go above and beyond what is expected from an owner. Will be coming again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne C.

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

Great location

Walking distance to town. It was really nice that we could bring our dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie and John H.

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

Convenient and cute

Great place to stay if you want to be close to downtown Petoskey. Lots of beds and super easy to come and go. Internet was a bit spotty but otherwise we were pleased. Great spot for the cost.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert W.

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Good location; but needs online clarity

The location and owner were great, but the home only has one shower, which you have to access through someone's bedroom, and there were not enough pans to cook with in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay N.

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

Up North Gem

We had a great time staying at Al’s place! It’s less than a mile from downtown and close enough to 131 to get anywhere you need in minutes. Plenty of sleeping room for 2 families or one large one. The fire pit on the deck made for peaceful nights and Al would come out and play guitar for us, it was amazing!!! He was great with our boys and showed them his passion for petoskey stones. This is a true up north charm that Al has built with his own hands and we will stay here anytime we get back to Petoskey!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

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

Renovated and sunlit cabin style retreat, backend addition to owners home in amazing location

You couldn't ask for a better location. Close to town and all amenities. Brightly lit, open kitchen to living area concept and there was a cabin-like vibe. You can either enter in from one side of the house into the kitchen or via the deck through the laundry room and one of the four bedrooms. Nice driveway and deck with a great yard for our little dog. There is a huge main bathroom with shower attached to the master bedroom and another common area bathroom off the kitchen. Large fireplace in living area. The apps on the smart tv didn't work so well, (wouldnt load up) so I would recommend a Roku, chromecast or firestick but TV is also not a first priority when there are so many other things to do in the area. Local brochures and info could be added but for a newly rented home, the owner did a great job communicating and providing our basic needs. There are beautifully polished Petoskey stones hand crafted by the owner and given to us as a gift which was a really nice treat. Thanks for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Rebecca L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The owner was very good to work with and responsive. When we let him know that the coffee maker wasnt working, he replaced it immediately. It was great that the 4 adults were all able to have their own bedroom. It was a bit of a walk to downtown, but totally doable.The main reason for the mark down is that we feel like the description was not accurate. It is listed as a newer, whole house rental. This is an older house and the rental is the back half of the house only. The rental area is a cobbled together space and felt very unfinished. To enter the property, you walk through one of the bedrooms. The only full bath is in a converted back porch that didnt have air and I'm not sure if it would be heated in the winter. One of the bedrooms is a closed off space with no windows or heat/cooling vents. The towels and bedding were all old and mismatched, but they were clean.Overall, the space worked for us, but didnt match with the description and we were a bit uncomfortable knowing that it was a shared property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was responsive. House was clean, had all that we needed in the kitchen, linens, etc.Went for a softball tournament, so really only needed a place to sleep. Loved being able to bring our dogs. Location was close to downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeri N.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disappointing Stay – Not as AdvertisedOur stay at this property was unfortunately not what we expected. First, it’s important for future guests to know that the rental is not for the entire house—the owner lives in the front portion of the home, which was not clearly stated in the listing.The house itself lacked comfort. There were no screens on the windows, so we couldn’t open them for fresh air. Air conditioning was only available in select rooms, making the rest of the space quite uncomfortable. The shower setup was also odd—you have to go through a bedroom and use a sliding glass door to access it. Water pressure was very low.We booked this property because it was listed as pet-friendly. Thankfully, we didn’t bring our dogs. The yard was overgrown and not fenced in, despite the photos giving that impression.The kitchen was inconvenient for cooking. The oven was small and could only fit one dish at a time. The coffee pot took over an hour to brew, and there was no Keurig or option for single-cup coffee. The shower curtain was also in poor condition and in need of replacement.Overall, the property needs some serious updates to match the price being charged. I would not recommend this rental in its current state.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Convenient Charming!! Al’s place was great for our group!! There was plenty of space for everyone and the dogs loved it too! The beautiful Petosky stones were a lovely bonus! Al is very responsive and check in and out was a breeze!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was a dump. Poorly maintained and poorly constructed. Code violations appeared rampant. A decent location was the only thing going for the place. The owner appeared to live in the front part of the house, though we understood that a Vrbo rental should be for the whole house. TV reception was spotty. Would NEVER recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loan M.

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

Up North getaway

Dear Al, Thank You for hosting and allowing us to stay in your house. We love your place-it is quiet, spacious, comfortable and unique. It is in a good neighborhood, and walking distance to the charming downtown with shops and restaurants. It is close proximity to the lakes and Petoskey State Park. We especially love the personal touches throughout your house that you provided during our stay. The house reminded us of an addition my father in law built onto his house, but with even more artistic & character. It also reminded me of my grandfather who used his creativity to build things around the house and handmade things for family & friends. Thank You Al for your kindness and for making us feel "at home". We had a great stay & had so much fun exploring Petoskey, Mackinac Island, & Charlevoix. We will come back & stay at your place again. Sincerely-Loanie & family.p.s. Thank you for the Petoskey stones!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Cozy place to stay!

Al’s place is spacious, clean and very close to downtown area! We had a great time! And we enjoyed Petoskey rocks! We would stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conner C.

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

Great place

Great location, right next to downtown Petosky. It’s a cozy place to stay, with tons of room, and was very reasonably priced!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac M.

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

Great stay for nubs nob

Responsive host, lots of beds, great location, great price
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Great location!

Property clean and communication with Al was very easy and helpful! Location was wonderful - nice neighborhood yet very close to shopping/parks/ski resorts. Layout of house was unusual, but still very functional. Petosky stones were a nice touch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn O.

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

Great Ski Bungalow

We had three couples stay together for a ski weekend with dogs in tow. Super accommodating on check-in and check-out times! Lovely location! Such great price too for the area! We would stay there again, for sure! The layout is unusual, with a breeze through bedroom, but it works!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Close to town

Al's house was a good place to spend a few days with family. We especially liked the location and walked to downtown several times. Al also gave us Petoskey stones that he polished himself!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

fall foliage trip to Michigan

The polished Petoskey stones that Al left for us were beautiful. The house was clean & the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Great Location within a short walk of Downtown Petoskey

Cute location that sleeps more comfortably than you’d think. Great Location within a short walk of Downtown Petoskey, bit of a hike up a hill on the way back up but manageable. 2nd time staying and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024