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House on Susan Lake, Charlevoix, Michigan

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

House on Susan Lake, Charlevoix, Michigan

8171 Shrigley Rd., Charlevoix, MI 49720

3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home located on Susan Lake. Susan Lake is 5.4 miles from downtown Charlevoix. It’s a shallow, narrow lake, and flows out the northern end 2 miles emptying into Lake Michigan. Enjoy the call of loons on Susan Lake, or kayak and fish the spring-fed waters.

Campfire pit, firewood and outdoor seating is also provided. Quiet time starts at 10:00 pm when outside.

Dogs are allowed, any size, but MUST BE ON LEASH when outside. This is mandatory. My neighbors have dogs and there are free range chickens right across the road. There is a $45 pet fee.

Miles of hiking trails through untouched forest and stunning water views from hilltops nearby. Several parks with stunning views and fishing piers are also located in the area.
Greensky Hill Indian United Methodist Church is a historical site, also on the shores of Susan Lake.
LITTLE TRAVERSE WHEELWAY is a paved and non-motorized trail that stretches 26 miles from Charlevoix to Harbor Springs along the coast of Little Traverse Bay of Lake Michigan. The trail is for biking, walking, running, inline skating and skiing. It has stunning views of the water, a boardwalk through a wetland and a historic section. Visit: www.trailink.com for a map and more information.
Mt. McSauba Recreation Area – 9223 McSauba Rd., Charlevoix – 4.9 miles away. Visit: www.visitcharlevoix.com/Mt-McSauba-Recreation-Area for more information.

Distance to:​​CHARLEVOIX 5.4 MILES
​​​PETOSKEY 13 MILES
​​​BOYNE CITY 15.4 MILE

Property manager

Kathy Way

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Dogs MUST be on leash at all times outside.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children MUST be with an adult by the lake.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake Charlevoix - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Mushroom House - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Castle Farms - 17 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪B.C. Pizza Charlevoix - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Street Tap Room - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Villager Pub - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House on Susan Lake, Charlevoix, Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at House on Susan Lake, Charlevoix, Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House on Susan Lake, Charlevoix, Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House on Susan Lake, Charlevoix, Michigan located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Charlevoix and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Michigan and Artform Fabricating. Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach and Depot Beach Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

House on Susan Lake, Charlevoix, Michigan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mandy r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Nice Stay, pretty fall views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion
This was a wonderful place to stay as we reunited with a friend who had moved to the UP—very comfortable, close to great places to hike, and wonderful restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Lake house
Super cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa K.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
This home provided everything we needed for our 2 night stay. Very clean and comfortable. We especially loved the quiet setting and the beautiful views of the water. The fire pit was very enjoyable as well! Excellent host!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding stY
We enjoyed all of the amenities!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and quiet
All was great! Only one little thing is there was dog hair wads on the bedroom floor. Didnt hinder anytime though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing lakeside stay
We had a very relaxing stay at this lakeside cottage. It had convenient access to Charlevoix and Petoskey for all the activities we wanted to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, well equipped
Great location, quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great outdoor space
Big backyard with a water view and nice fire pit— it was a great place for kids to play!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jen B., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable lake house
We had a wonderful experience at this cozy lake house. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and was impeccably clean. The check-in process was smooth and easy, which was a big plus. While there is no central air, the portable AC unit in the living room and fans in the bedrooms helped cool the space, though it was still a bit humid. A few rooms had a slight musty smell, but it wasn't a dealbreaker. The real bonus was the access to a fire pit, canoe, and kayaks—though, unfortunately, we couldn’t take advantage of them due to the weather and the short length of our stay. Some of the landscaping could be trimmed back so it’s easier to access the sidewalk. Overall, it was a pleasant stay in a peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Judy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view of the lake!
Sufficient for our stay in the Charlevoix area. Quiet neighborhood and conveniently located. Missed the loons though! Kathy was readily available. My friend left her necklace and Kathy said she would mail it to us, thanks Kathy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway
This home was perfect. The house is exactly as listed. The lake and all the amenities provided were great. The neighbors are truly the kindest people we've met while on a vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

Liked: Cleanliness
simplicity and serene
wonderful quaint property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirsten r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lakefront View and pet friendly
This place was great, the view of the lake is gorgeous! The owner goes above and beyond, and is super responsive! Lots of fun things to do in the area. There are kayaks and canoes you can take out and explore beautiful Susan Lake. Charlevoix is right around the corner and you’re a quick drive to Petoskey. We’ll definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great local
Easy to find and close to downtown but private.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
UP trip
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay on Susan Lake
We enjoyed our 3 day stay at this property. The listing was very accurate as to what was there. The neighborhood was quiet, the house was clean and comfortable, the wifi worked and all in all it was a nice getaway. We're happy that we stayed there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute rental near Charlevoix
Nice place for a family. Property owner was super friendly and great with communicating. Would definitely stay again. I would just be mindful that it does get hot without AC. We stayed mid July and lucked out with gorgeous weather but it got quite hot in the house in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun fun
Great place on an awesome lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Laura F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Think twice!
We arrived and opened the door to an overpowering and unpleasant scent of wet dog.The house was hot and smelled extremely musty, almost like it has been closed up and with no air flow for weeks.There were other issues but worst was the heat mixed w wet dog smell that would not subside. At first, the host seemed willing to work with us. She admitted that the house was on a crawl space and that she didn't understand why it smelled b/c she had just been there earlier to change the damp rid, which shows that she knew there was an issue, which she later denied. When I communicated with her that the smell and heat combined were so bad that we were thinking of leaving, she agreed that she would "work with us" and give us a partial refund for our inconvenience. We were unable to find alternate lodging on the spot, unfortunately so we were stuck using it as just a place to sleep and avoided the house the rest of the time. Owner had to know there was a smell and mustiness issue, b/c she even offered to order a dehumidifer and have it delivered to the porch the next morning! She not only reneged on her promise of a partial refund but then accused us of making up our concerns and being "impossible" people to work with.The back table outside was covered with grime and leaves. Old porch was dipping down in spots,hurt my ankle trying to haul luggage while balancing w no rail.Broken tv in bedroom, and more,but main prob.was rude treatment from host after issues were brought up respectfully.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a awesome stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute home with a great location
We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was clean and well maintained and only a short distance from downtown Charlevoix. There was firewood and sticks available to have a nice fire down by the water. We would definitely recommend the home to others and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet comfort
Great spot to land after attending wedding at Castle Farm
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023