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Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix

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Smart TV
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Charlevoix, MI
  • Place, Lake Charlevoix
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Castle Farms
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mushroom House
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪83 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Charlevoix

On the beach.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Charlevoix and 6 miles (10 km) of Castle Farms with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lake Michigan and North Seas Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Charlevoix - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Castle Farms - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Belvedere Golf Club - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Mushroom House - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Harbor View Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Charlevoix Dairy Grille - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge Street Tap Room - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Landings Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix

Your private lakefront cottage awaits with this beautiful retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix. The recently updated one bedroom cottage features a beautiful living area with comfortable sofa sleeper, private queen bedroom, and open layout kitchen and dining space.

The stone paved patio opens up to the vast green lawn that walks to clean and serene Lake Nowland. A sandy beach is steps away, great for swimming and summertime fun.

At this well-appointed cottage, you're just a 10 minute drive to the heart of downtown Charlevoix to enjoy shopping, restaurants, and other visitor attractions.

Swim in the lake, play on the sandy beach or vast green lawn, enjoy happy hour on the patio, watch the sun set over the water, and make memories with friends and family over an evening bonfire. The Charlevoix Lake Cottage is an ideal retreat in the spring, summer or fall for your Northern Michigan getaway.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix to the airport?

This cottage is 43.4 mi (60-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix to downtown Charlevoix?

This cottage is 5.8 mi away from Charlevoix.

Serene Cottage Retreat on Lake Nowland in Charlevoix Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, very cozy. Perfect for a relaxing getaway. The view of the out the living room windows are amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was the perfect little cottage for our babymoon/anniversary trip. It's the perfect size for 2 people but could easily handle a kid or two with the pullout couch. The cabin was super clean, well appointed, and met all of our needs. It is close to Charlevoix, Petoskey, and East Jordan so there's always something to do or somewhere to eat. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi F.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was amazing! The cottage was so cute and cozy and the waterfront was peaceful and relaxing. The neighborhood was quiet. I was able to have friends and family visit and we had a great time around the firepit while watching beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAMAS B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very well-kept, cozy cottage in a nice, quiet setting
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a magical two-week stay in this lovely cottage on a placid lake 10 minutes from Charlevoix. The cottage was thoughtfully appointed and well-stocked and the access to the lake was perfect for us. We would definitely book this cottage another time.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for a getaway

My husband and toddler and I stayed here for five nights and had a great time! The location and cabin are beautiful and super peaceful. We would definitely return. The only things we weren't prepared for was that the washer and dryer were several cabins away, not in this cabin, so we didn't do any laundry. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great hideaway!

Beautiful spot on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene Cottage Retreat

Peaceful, charming, very clean, and nicely decorated. It was also well stocked, which is not always the case! We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage!

We enjoyed a peaceful week at the cottage. It is beautifully decorated and had everything we needed to make our meals. The view of the lake is very nice. We drove to Petoskey State Park, Mission Point Lighthouse, Mackinac Island, and the Mushroom Houses in Charlevoix.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Beautiful cottage, beautiful area, beautiful neighbors who became fast friends!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend getaway!

My husband and I enjoyed a quiet and relaxing weekend in Charlevoix to recharge after a very busy few months with moving. We loved the quiet location, the cute cottage, and waking up to SNOW in the morning! Would definitely travel here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariam N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place

The cabin was amazing. Very cute and spacious for two. There is everything you may need for the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable Cabin Retreat

This trip was incredible. The pictures of the cabin are accurate, but unless you are really there to see it for yourself, to enjoy this little piece of heaven, only then will you understand this find away from home. I wished for snow & was not disappointed. Sitting on the couch, looking out onto the lake, whether it was snowing or a perfect sunset, we couldnt get enough of it. Great location to all the quaint towns, Charlevoix, Boyne City, Bay Harbor. I found more walking trails, filled with nature, met a chipmunk & several beautiful deers. This place goes down as one of my best trips & find ever. Im still thinking of my time spent here and counting down until we can return again. Thank you for sharing your place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding get away

This little cabin was perfect. Wish we would have had more sun, but that has nothing to do w the listing. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfecto!

We asked to stay longer! Just a few days up north to see tree colors and make day trips around Charlevoix & Petoskey... The Cottage was spotless and very well appointed, and the unique setting and history just made it even better. We will be returning next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage 8

Our stay was wonderful. Nice cottage by the lake. Perfect for 2 people on vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful cottage

We were in town for a family wedding. This was a perfect cottage for my husband, myself , and adult son that was 5 mins. from the wedding venue . The grocery store and town of Charlevoix is also 10 mins away. The cottage had everything we needed and very comfortable. The cottage is located on a small lake and is such a peaceful and beautiful location. I would like to go back again and just bring a book and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Cute, peaceful cottage.

Everything we wanted & needed was there. Alison was an excellent communicator. Very comfortable atmosphere. Very happy with our stay. The only down side was the cleanliness of the cottage. The floor was dirty, there were cob webs that were more than I expected and we killed 3 tics!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin by lake

Very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ally P.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10

We had a wonderful stay at the Cottage. Close proximity to all of the attractions in Charlevoix (Round Lake, Lake Michigan, and Lake Charlevoix). The Cottage was cozy and had everything we needed. Beach access to Nowland Lake was also perfect for the dog, and we enjoyed the firepit at nighttime. Any and all of our questions were quickly answered throughout the stay. We will definitely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant stay with peaceful lake view

We enjoyed our stay at this charming cottage. It was an easy drive into Charlevoix and to all our vacation adventures. The cottage had a pleasant country location in a small private neighborhood with a sunset view from the windows and patio of the peaceful lake. Our children were very comfortable on the pull-out sofa bed. Alison was proactive in reaching out to see if we had any needs and to ensure we were enjoying our stay, and quickly responsive to any questions. It was apparent that a lot of care had been taken to equip the home and make it comfortable for guests. The cottage was very clean and we felt relaxed and at home. The stars are also beautiful at night!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023