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Relax on the lakeside dock with Adirondack chairs, surrounded by serene trees and a tranquil atmosphere.
Compact laundry room with front-loading washing machines and dryer, wooden countertop, and storage for laundry supplies.
Relax in this spacious living area with a central kitchen island, sofa, and armchairs, offering a view of the outdoors.
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Enjoy a serene lakeside retreat with a picturesque view of the surrounding forest and water from the main building's balcony.

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Walloon Lake, MI
  • Bear River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Odawa Casino
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Boyne Mountain
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Walloon Lake

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Bear River and 6 miles (10 km) of Mackinaw Trail Winery with a stay here. Lake Michigan and Boyne Mountain are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bear River - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mackinaw Trail Winery - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 13 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark - 16 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Boyne Mountain - 19 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Odawa Casino Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪BC Lanes - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Stiggs Brewery & Kitchen - ‬13 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.

Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water

Located on the North Shore of Walloon, this delightful cottage is within walking distance of the Foot. It is perched high atop a hillside with sweeping views of the southern most part of the lake.

Built in the early 1900s, the house has been in our family since the late 1920s and has been lovingly and substantially updated.

Ernest Hemingway spent boyhood summers on the lake with his family and used Walloon as the setting for his famed Nick Adams stories. The lovely towns of Harbor Springs and Petoskey are close by. A trip to Mackinac Island is a must and about an hours drive away.

Property manager

George

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
  • Note from host: Pets may be allowable on a case-by-case basis

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Charming Walloon On The Water
Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water Cottage
Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water Boyne Falls
Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water Cottage Boyne Falls

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water to the airport?

This cottage is 29.6 mi (43-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water to the beach?

This cottage is 7.7 mi (13-min drive) from Peninsula Beach and 18.6 mi (32-min drive) from Harbor Springs Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Odawa Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water to downtown Walloon Lake?

This cottage is 0.8 mi away from Walloon Lake.

Charming Walloon Lake Cottage on the Water Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay on Walloon Lake

We love having our extended family from Atlanta, New York, and Boston in Michigan for the summer, and nothing is more enjoyable than staying on Walloon Lake. This year, we had a wonderful week in this charming cottage! The cottage was just as described and made for a sunshine and lake-filled vacation, with plenty of common areas to play games and share family meals. The large porch is a highlight, allowing for amazing lake views at all times. We look forward to returning and again enjoying this cottage and its wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place

Perfect place at an amazing lake. Our family could not have had a better time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W., Manhattan Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage and owner

Family had an amazing stay. The owner was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Janet w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another lovely week at Walloon

This is our second visit to this beautiful location. The location can not be beat and the real reason to stay at this cottage is the absolutely fantastic back porch facing the lake. We ate all our meals out there and spent almost all our waking hours there. It was a cozy place to sit and read on the one day of rain as it is well covered and protected from the elements. Thank you George, for another memorable week on Lake Walloon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda J.

Large and Spacious but needs some TLC

The layout of the house was quirky (you need to pass though one bedroom to get to the master), and some doors were so warped it took two people to open them. There were several places where the railing on the deck and the steps to the beach were rotted, But the view was amazing. It is the perfect size for a large family. None of the problems prevented my family from having a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T., Elgin, USA

One of a kind property

The stay on Walloon Lake was amazing. The location of the house is reasonably close to downtown Walloon Lake and makes it easy to get to Petosky and Boyne City. The dock and boat slip were great so that we could have lots of time on the water. They have also made an area for kids to play down by the beach. For us we used the stairs to enter the water, which was much warmer than we thought it would be, and the entire bottom was sandy there. We spent a lot of our vacation on the back porch which is situated nicely. Overall we had a great stay and look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for families

Had a great week here. Love the outdoor space especially and dock. Inside is dated but roomy and has everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the house getting in driveway was tricky but the views of Walloon was spectacular

Loved the location owner was great !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M., Arlington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay here

A great house with all you”ll need. The views are simply the best! We will definitely rent here again. Thanks George.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful View

Can't beat the view from the back porch. We had a great time at the Lake. The house had plenty of room for us all. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake life at its BEST

Wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature and the Lake.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim M., Arlington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house/Great Location

Would love to rent again. Family all enjoyed the house, the lake, all the surroundings. Thanks, George. Looking forward to our next visit. .
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris G., Kentfield, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Well laid out home in an ideal Walloon location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Walloon Lake vaca

We had a wonderful vacation with family and friends. The view and location was fabulous, however we were disappointed with the house in a couple of areas. We had a number of lights and light bulbs that were not working. We had to search thru the closets to try and find working light bulbs. One of the outside chairs had the entire seat broke out of it but a cushion covering it. One of our guests sat in it and went right thru. This should have been addressed by the cleaning group. Serious injuries could have occurred. All the rugs are terribly dirty and stained. We ran the sweeper to try and clean. There are several that are torn and ripped through causing a tripping hazard. Seriously these should just be thrown away. Also the chair/couch covers in the kitchen/great room were terribly dirty and stained. We had to wash all the covers before we could sit on that furniture. This is not our first vacation property that we have rented over the years and just expected a bit more cleanliness and safety given the pictures and description of the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Walloon lake getaway

We spent a week here with family and enjoyed every minute. The house is beautiful, with almost all of our time being spent outside on the beautiful deck overlooking Lake Walloon. We were able to easily rent a pontoon boat and enjoyed how nice and spacious the dock was. Even on the colder days Petoskey was a short drive to go shopping and get lunch. We would rent this house again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Walloon fun

The house was perfect for our family, lots of room, the beds are comfortable, great porch and dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet w.

Liked: Cleanliness

family week at the lake

We have stayed at various s cottages for the past ten years in northern Michigan and this was the most beautiful place. The wrap around porch facing the lake was fabulous and was where we spent the majority of our vacation. The kitchen was as well equipped as our own and we made all our meals at the cottage. Even the one day of rain was a pleasure to stay in this beautiful and well appointed home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020