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Petoskey Retreat • Stunning Bay Views • Across from Park/Marina • Walk to Town

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Smart TV, DVD player
Marina
Exterior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Petoskey, MI
  • Place, Bear River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bear River Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Traverse History Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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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.

Petoskey Retreat • Stunning Bay Views • Across from Park/Marina • Walk to Town

Location truly sets this property apart. Enjoy beautiful bay and sunset views with easy access to Lake Michigan and Little Traverse Bay. Directly across from Bayfront Park, you’re just steps from the sandy beach, marina, breakwater jetty, playground, and the 26-mile walking, jogging, and biking trail—perfect for exploring or searching for Petoskey stones.

The home is also located next to Bear River, ideal for walking or fishing, and just a 5-minute stroll to downtown Petoskey’s charming shops and restaurants. Harbor Springs and Charlevoix are a short drive or bike ride away, with Odawa Casino just 2 miles up the road and year-round outdoor recreation nearby.

Our upstairs retreat is thoughtfully designed for comfort and style, featuring an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with a wall of windows showcasing stunning bay and marina views. The living area includes a queen sofa bed, smart TV with Spectrum cable, and high-speed WiFi. The bedroom, with a queen bed, is privately set apart with sliding doors.

Step outside onto the full-length, lake-facing deck to dine or unwind, complete with a table, umbrella, and lounge seating—perfect for morning coffee, relaxing afternoons, or quiet evenings taking in the view.

Property Details:
Upstairs unit of a duplex-style home
Split A/C
Full kitchen, dining, and living area
1 bedroom with queen bed
3/4 bathroom
Queen sofa bed in living room
Private laundry
Full-length lake-facing deck

Shared spaces with the downstairs unit are minimal and include only the exterior side entry landing with steps to the upstairs, as well as the BBQ and back lawn area. Each unit has its own side of the driveway for convenient parking, with additional free public parking nearby.

The downstairs unit is also available as a separate rental, featuring 2 bedrooms plus a den and 2 bathrooms (VRBO Listing #346253). Both units may be rented together, subject to availability.

Please note: The downstairs unit is a separate vacation rental and may be occupied by up to 6 guests during your stay.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and Bear River
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Petoskey Getaway Great Views Location
Petoskey Getaway Great Lake View Walk to Town
Petoskey Getaway Great View Walk to Everything
Petoskey Getaway - Great Views and Location - A/C Petoskey

Petoskey Retreat • Stunning Bay Views • Across from Park/Marina • Walk to Town Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Great stay

Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent! Great location, great views, very comfortable; unit had everything we needed for a lengthy visit.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

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

Nice Location and Accommodations

Very close to downtown and good restaurants—we walked everywhere, including along the river path.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A C.

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

July 4 event

Great location and lots to do in Petoskey.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Petosky and the location of this property was perfect. It is an easy walk into town and to the walking/biking trails. Plus an easy drive to other great locations to visit. Enjoyed the lake view. The property itself was very cute and with the windows and skylights it felt very open. We’d stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Buffalo Sunrise and the host was fantastic, definitely set us up for success the entire process! The stay was perfect, the view in the cabin was even better than what we imagined, and the location was one of our favorites around Colorado Springs! We look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VEVI B.

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

Wonderful vacation

Great location in the city and overlooking the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

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

Petoskey vacation

Very comfortable accommodation and an excellent location for a variety of outdoors activities, as well as easy access to the town of Petoskey.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Super location!

This property has a wonderful view of the lake and is within walking distance to downtown Petoskey. It was clean & nicely furnished. The bed was extremely comfortable. Bathroom was very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffery K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Petoskey Stay

Really enjoyed this property. The location was ideal. Right on Bayfront Park with the ability to walk to all that downtown Petoskey has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

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

Terrific location and cozy for families

We enjoyed both the upstairs and downstairs for our family of 8. Great spot for the bike trail and downtown Petoskey.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric Y.

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

Perfect

Perfect location and beautiful view. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Fantastic!

Beautiful place to stay and beautiful scenery to wake up to! Owners we’re great to work with! Highly recommend!
Stayed 90 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor S.

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

Great spot

Great one bedroom spot with lake view and right by downtown Petoskey. In great shape and had everything I needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELENA K.

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

Great Location

Great location with wonderful view. On the trail so good for running and biking. Cozy living with all ammenities. Renting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber V.

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

Great stay!

This was our 2nd year renting this property. Such a perfect location and a great place to relax between all the places we like to visit in town. Highly recommend JoJo’s Cookies just off of 31 while in town and it’s just down the road from a beautiful park and playground overlooking Lake Michigan that our kiddo loved to play at during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Fourth Stay

I think this is our 4th stay so obviously we like the property. Beautiful view, wonderful location and great layout for two adults. We did just fine with the stairs this visit (both 71 y.o.)
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

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

Perfect location for bicyclists and walkers

The best view of the lake and fun watching folks at the park. Very easy access to bike trail and uptown Petoskey. Super cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELENA K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our third stay. Only one problem. We had only 2 towels. I was washing them everyday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

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

Perfect Petoskey Accommodation

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this charming property in Petoskey. As advertised, there are lovely views and it's a great location! It's a very short walk to the village shops, there are well-maintained bicycle paths, and there are several other northern Michigan towns a short drive away. We will return next year!
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Easy walking distance to downtown shopping and restaurants through the waterfront park. Pedestrian tunnel from the park to downtown has a beautiful mural. No major roads to cross. Large green space ( part of the waterfront park) is across from the house and close to the Petoskey break wall.The Petoskey Wheelway is right out the back of the property. The sidewalk visible in the picture is the WheelWay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family funeral

A family member who lives in Petoskey passed away so we needed a quick place to stay on last minute’s notice. My husband found this place as last resort since everywhere was booked! It’s a very cute place and just what we needed. Being near Lake Michigan is always beautiful. ***** beach towels would have been nice 😉
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy T.

One of our favorite places

This is our regular spot for a fall retreat. It is a delightful location and the property is top tier. The owners are easy to deal with and very helpful. We were a bit late this year, but discovered places around Petoskey and Harbor Springs that still sported some glorious color. My wife and I look forward to being a bit earlier next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

ELENA K.

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

120 W. Lake, Petoskey

Apt. was smaller than our previous rental but was sufficient. Everything turned out well. Location was great. Our downstairs neighbors were friendly and around our same age.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele S.

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

Beautiful Views and Great Location

The location was absolutely fabulous. The views of Little Traverse Bay and access to the park and water were steps away. You can walk to the downtown area or quickly get onto 31 to head to Charlevoix, Harbor Springs, or Traverse City. The only reason I gave it a 4 vs 5 was the furniture. The couch in particular was too uncomfortable to sit on to visit or watch TV... the springs could be felt and the slant of the cushions to the floor made it difficult to sit back. The mattress in the sleeper sofa was so thin it made a good nights sleep impossible. We ended up bringing chairs in from the deck to use inside the home. Other than that, the place was wonderful and well equipped and a great location for a week up north!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020