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Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Mackinaw City, MI
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

Heart of Mackinaw City.Steps from the vacation home, you'll find Mackinaw Crossings and Mackinaw Bridge Museum. Mackinaw City Trailhead and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage

Beautiful remodeled cottage in the heart of Mackinaw City. Located downtown and only a stone throw from Main Street. The cottage is a short three block walk from the Ferry lines to Historic Mackinac Island. Listed as a home but the feel of a historic Up North Cottage. Plenty of space for family gatherings. The first floor has a full bathroom and a laundry room with a washer/dryer doubling as a half bath. Upstairs has two bedrooms, a bathroom and an open area with two twin built in beds and a sectional with a sofa sleeper. Great for the youngsters! Outside you will find a nice yard, great for watching summer Tuesday and Friday night fireworks!. This is a quiet neighborhood in a residential area.
Things to do locally: Downtown Mackinaw City where there is excellent shopping, food, breweries and indoor water parks among several other tourist adventures. Near is skiing, golfing, boating, beaches, parasailing, Casino, the Mackinac Bridge leading to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and last but not least the ferry lines providing transportation to Historic Mackinac Island.

Property manager

Nick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling 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

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.7 mi (21-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage to downtown Mackinaw City?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool club 2025

At first I did not think it was going to be that comfortable due to no central air and the upstairs being warm and cramped. Then I realized that its not hot there like in Indiana. It was nice to open the windows and have fresh air. The upstairs room are not made for tall people. The home is perfect for access to shops, restaurants, little grocery store, and the ferry. I would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the ferry. Good communication and ease of entry definitely a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
My sister & cousin & I had a weekend trip with our kids, and we all had a great time! The location was perfect, as we walked to town & the ferry. The house had a lot of great conveniences & was adorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway

We truly had a wonderful stay at this location for a few days trip to Mackinaw Island. The location of this home was the best decision as everything we wanted to visit was walkable. Central ave is a few blocks down which led to all the cute shops, restaurants and stores. This led us straight to Shepler’s ferry and we didn’t have to pay for parking which was great. We also bought our tickets the evening before on our walk. We found the best fish and chips restaurant, Scalawags, which we would highly recommend! The day trip to the Island was also perfect. The property was cute, quaint and clean and was comfortable for 6 of us. There are 2 sofa beds but I’m not one to trust sofa beds so we actually brought our own air mattress for the upstairs sitting area, which was fine. The table is expandable so we were able to sit 6 of us around it for meals in the kitchen and we brought the bench in from the side room for seating. The only thing is I wished there was more seating around the downstairs TV as well. Also, my husband always loves to do a load of laundry before leaving and he appreciated the cleanliness of the laundry room and appliances. Overall a wonderful and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlene P., Westfield, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Mackinaw City Cottage

We so enjoyed our stay at this convenient and comfortable cottage near the downtown and ferry to Mackinac Island. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Centrally located and walking distance to the ferry and shopping. This was a big plus! We like our space when sleeping so the beds were a little small but otherwise it was good. Some nice updates to the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Guest

Convenient to most all attractions and hosted many amenities to serve the needs of a family! Highly recommend this property and team.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great college reunion!!

Five sorority sisters from the 60's spent four fun filled days in this cute house. It is perfect for sightseeing in Mackinaw City as well as getting to the ferry to Mackinaw Island. The convenience was wonderful. The house was clean, equipped with all the kitchen utensils necessary and quite cozy. I would recommend a visit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Family Vacation

We had a great time! Location was perfect! It met all our needs. Very comfortable! Cute place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucille K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Hidden Gem in Mackinaw City

As soon as I viewed The Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage on vrbo I knew I wanted to stay there. The location was perfect for walking to the places we wanted to go including the historic sites, ferry, shops and restaurants. In the evening we took walks to see the Mackinaw Bridge lit up and stroll along the lake front. The furniture in the house was cozy and the kitchen was well equipped. The decorum made for a relaxing vacation atmosphere. I highly recommend this charming home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Comfy Stay

This house was so convenient for everything in Mackinaw. We could walk everywhere. We had a spacious, quiet stay in the center of it all. The house was clean and comfortable, it fit all of our needs and we felt cozy staying in the house as much as exploring. At first is was going to be our family of 5, and then my parents stayed with us. It easily fit all 7 of us with additional family coming over who traveled with us. We had a small snaffoo at checkin, but our host was immediately responsive, and even provided us with a giftcard in town to Mackinaw Bakery, which I recommend for great food and good service. Definitely worth your stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Little Cottage!

This little cottage is so cute and impeccably clean! It is located in a nice neighborhood and is close to many attractions. We were able to walk to shops, restaurants, a beach, the Ferry to Mackinac Island and so much more! We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Week

Adorable place and in the perfect location to enjoy the city and island! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and convenient location

This property was adorable, very clean and convenient to downtown. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location!

We loved the comfort and cleanliness of the house. It was great to be able to walk to the ferry, the lighthouse, the bakery, several other restaurants, and the main shopping area. The kitchen had a good selection of necessary utensils and pots, and the beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter getaway

Everything was perfect for a long weekend. The home is close to many things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house, perfect location

I will definitely stay again. Very cute house and couldn’t ask for better location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Darsi L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Nice house close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J., Detroit, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great central location for Mackinaw City

Really enjoyed this location—walking distance to several of Mackinaw City’s better dining options, easy access to ferries to Mackinac Island, and perfect positioning to conveniently start the Bridge Walk from the south side. Easy drives to Tahquamenon and nice beaches along Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. House was nice as well—seems to have received some new updates just recently. Our son enjoyed the beds in the loft and the two rooms at the top for the adults were cozy and adequate. Would return again as a base for exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ladies Trip

Close to the ferries and shopping. Home is clean and homey. Neighborhood is nice and people are friendly. I would use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Go! (and relax)

the charm and location were perfect for our various adventures and a great place to just relax in between.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mrs.

It was the perfect place for our family and nice and close to mackinaw city downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loretta J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location Cute place!

We stayed here with Friends and loved the place. The location is a lot closer to shopping and the water than the listing has stated which was a pleasant surprise. We would stay here again and recommend it to others. We had an issue with the AC unit when we first got there ( which we understand issues can always happen at anytime) the owner had someone there and had it resolved within an hour. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place!

We really enjoyed our stay here - house was very comfy, well-appointed, nicely redone, and fun. Great location - quiet neighborhood, but so nice to just park and be able to walk a few blocks to restaurants, the park by the bridge, ferry, or anywhere else. Even got to sit in the front yard enjoying a fun fireworks show. I'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023