Charlevoix Vacation Rental house

Executive Waterfront Home with Breathtaking Views of Lake Charlevoix

Description House, 6350 sq. ft.,
6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14, 5 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
Amenities beach, waterfront, jacuzzi, terrace, balcony, pets considered
Rates per property (USD)
$4,500 - $6,495/week 
Bob and Joannie Ruhstorfer
+1 630-942-0646
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Charlevoix vacation house rental 6 bedrooms, 5 1/2 bathrooms, sleeps 14

Nothing has been overlooked in this beautiful waterfront home! Large custom built, professionally landscaped home featuring hardwood floors, large open floor plan, cental air (main and lower levels), and large bedrooms. Furnished and decorated for the discriminating guest and to accomodate families with small children. Located in the Lakeshore Club development, 1 1/2 miles from beautiful downtown Charlevoix featuring 800 feet of semi private sandy beach with extended sandy shallow area great for kids swimming and mooring your boat. Home overlooks 20 acre nature preserve with breathtaking views of Lake Charlevoix, regarded as the nicest lake in Midwestern U.S., Quiet and scenic with crystal blue water and sugar sand beaches.
Charlevoix house rental - Street veiw

Street veiw

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Rear porch/patio

Charlevoix house rental - View from rear porch

View from rear porch

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Dining Room

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Kitchen View

Charlevoix house rental - Family Room View A

Family Room View A

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Family Room View B

Charlevoix house rental - Upstairs Bedroom #2

Upstairs Bedroom #2

Charlevoix house rental - Master Bedroom View A

Master Bedroom View A

Charlevoix house rental - Upstairs Sitting Area

Upstairs Sitting Area

Charlevoix house rental - Rec Room View A

Rec Room View A

Charlevoix house rental - Lake Michigan Sunset

Lake Michigan Sunset

Location: Northern Michigan < Michigan < USA

Nearest Airport: Cherry Capital Airport at 50 Miles
Car: necessary
Ranked #2 on Midwest Living's list of 100 Best Small-Town Getaway's. Charlevoix County has a long reputation for being one of the most picturesque getaway's in Michigan. Whenever you visit this resort town, you'll see why it is called the crown jewel of Northern Michigan. Set in the midst of Lake Michigan, Lake Charlevoix and Round Lake, its beauty is as engaging in January as in June! Adding to the appeal of the waterfront, galleries, boutiques, and restaurants is the fact that this casually elegant destination will present vacation memories that will be treasured for years to come!

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Charlevoix, Michigan

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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend Weekend
Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Minimum Stay
Off Peak B Nov 1, 2009 - Dec 18, 2009 $4,500 - $1,350 - $450 - 2 Nights
Holidays Dec 19, 2009 - Jan 8, 2010 $5,500 - $2,500 - $550 - 3 Nights
Off Peak A Jan 9, 2010 - May 28, 2010 $4,500 - $1,300 - $450 - 2 Nights
Early Summer May 29, 2010 - Jun 25, 2010 $5,995 - - - - - 1 Week
Notes: Owner will pay state and local taxes for rentals booked by January 1st, 2010
Peak Summer Jun 26, 2010 - Aug 27, 2010 $6,495 - - - - - 1 Week
Notes: Owner will pay state and local taxes for rentals booked by January 1st, 2010
Late Summer Aug 28, 2010 - Sep 10, 2010 $5,995 - - - - - 1 Week
Notes: Owner will pay state and local taxes for rentals booked by January 1st, 2010
Fall Colors Sep 11, 2010 - Oct 29, 2010 $5,250 - $1,595 - $495 - 2 Nights

Additional information about rental rates

  • Required security deposit of $500 can be in the form of a check held on deposit or credit card #.

Fees

Tax Rate:
8.0%

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Charlevoix, Michigan

Property Type:
  • house

Floor Area:
  • 6350 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • beach
  • waterfront

Theme:
  • luxury
  • family

General:
  • air-conditioning
  • jacuzzi
  • accept credit card
  • towels provided
  • cold water dispenser
  • local maps
  • activities guide
  • alarm clock
  • ceiling fans
  • filtered water
  • hair dryer
  • restaurant dining guide
  • security system
  • soaps basic
  • toilet paper
  • telephone
  • central heating
  • linens provided

Kitchen:
  • 4 ring stove
  • lobster pot
  • ice maker
  • grill
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • iron & board
  • cooking utensils
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • blender
  • coffee grinder
  • spices
  • stove top burners

Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 12 people

Bathrooms:
  • 5 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
  • Master Bath - Toilet, Shower, Jetted Tub
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 4 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 5 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 6 - Toilet
  • Spacious Master Bath features both a large whirlpool tub and lage multiple head shower.

Bedrooms:
  • 6 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 14 people
  • Master - 1 King
    Family suite - 1 Queen, 2 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen, 1 Child Bed
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Queen, 1 Baby Crib
    Bedroom 4 - 1 Double, 1 Twin/ Single
    Bedroom 6 - 1 Double
  • High Quality Baby Crib available on site.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • VCR
  • stereo system
  • books
  • books kids
  • game room
  • games kids
  • pool table
  • DVD
  • radio
  • CD
  • toys kids
  • videogame console
  • videogames
  • audio tape player
  • books adult
  • video library

Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband

Outside:
  • dock boatslip
  • unscreened porch/lanai
  • terrace
  • balcony
  • bike
  • outdoor grill
  • garage
  • deck wood
  • outdoor grill gas
  • patio stone/concrete
  • walkway to water
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 2 bicycles

Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome

Local Activities:
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • hunting
  • antiquing
  • swimming
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • skiing
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • paragliding
  • roller blading

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional

Onsite Equipment:
  • cooler small
  • inflatable boat
  • binoculars
  • telescope

Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • marina
  • playground
  • water parks

Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • gambling casinos
  • hiking
  • hunting small game
  • ice skating
  • jet skiing
  • live theater
  • paddle boating
  • pier fishing
  • sight seeing
  • sledding
  • water tubing

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives
  • winery tours

Nearby Services:
  • medical services

Notes: Our home is set up to accomodate families with small children. Besides the crib we have a high chair, booster chair, Pack N Play and baby monitors available on site. Video game is a 'Play Station 2'.

Further details for this vacation house rental in Charlevoix, Michigan

Charlevoix Arts and Culture:: Artistic Expression in Charlevoix County is boundless! From gallery tours and art shows to summer concerts, Charlevoix has something for everyone. Art fairs, galleries and festivals provide a venue for both the amateur and professional artist and crafts people. A highlight on Charlevoix's cultural calendar is the Waterfront Art Fair, listed among the nation's top art fairs. This event draws thousands of visitors each year. Free outdoor concerts are presented every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the summer in downtown's Bridge Park. During the community's annual Venitian Festival, music and fireworks fill the air almost nightly!

Water Fun!: In the summertime, the area's waters are magnets for sunbathers, swimmers and boaters. Pristine public beaches include Depot Beach, Elm Point, Ferry Beach, Whiting County Park and Young State Park, all on Lake Charlevoix, and Michigan Beach and Fisherman's Island State Park on Lake Michigan. Boaters can easily travel between beaches, or even communities by using shoppers' docks. Further, the Jordan and Boyne Rivers are ideal for exploration by canoe, inner tube and kayak. Anglers drop their lines from boats along the shores of Lake Charlevoix, while sleek charter boats troll the depths of Lake Michigan. The Charlevoix pier on Lake Michigan is a favorite fishing spot for anglers. Throughout the summer, the Charlevoix Yacht Club holds Wednesday evening sailboat races on Lake Charlevoix; visible from elevated rear porch!

Nearby Attractions:: Charlevoix is ideally located close to resort towns Traverse City, Petoskey, Harbor Springs and Historic Mackinaw Island, and just a ferry ride away from Beaver Island. For some adult fun, visit the Odawa Casino in Petoskey or visit Traverse City, home of the National Cherry Festival and Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes where you can enjoy days of touring and tastings at beautiful wineries located on some of the most breathtaking sites in the area. Visit world famous and historic Mackinaw Island and enjoy the 'preserved' downtown hustle and bustle of the early 1800's or take a ferry to nearby Beaver Island which is the most remote inhabited island in the great lakes.

Ski: The Midwest's finest ski resorts are all within an easy drive. Boyne Mountain, Boyne Highlands, Nub's Nob, Shanty Creek and Schuss Mountain. Also the City of Charlevoix offers one of the few municipal ski facilities left in Michigan. Mt. McSauba is designed with families in mind, from the beginner to the intermediate downhill skier. Equipment rental and lessons are available. Snowboarders and cross-country skiers also enjoy this friendly facility.

Golf: Michigan is an international destination for premier golfing, and the Charlevoix area's many courses are a major contributor to that reputation. Golf Courses include; Antrium Dells Public Golf Course, Belvedere Golf Club, Boyne Mountain Resort - The Alpine Course and The Monument Course, Charlevoix Golf Club, Charlevoix Country Club, Dunmaglas Golf Course, and Mallard Golf Club & Driving Range.

Other Activities: Canoe, inner-tube and kayak tours, Charter Fishing in Lake Michigan, Golf, Downhill, cross country and snowboarding, Snowmobiling

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Charlevoix, Michigan

Rating
5 out of 5

Beautiful Home - Great Accommodations

KOOKS All Around Michigan
Review Submitted: October 22, 2008 Date of Stay: October 2008
We are a group of 5 couples that were very pleased with this home and the owner’s flexibility with our arrival time and length of stay. The home is very clean and provided all the necessities needed. There were plenty of paper/pantry products available to us when we arrived which we replenished and added too for others to use after us. The bedroom/bathroom accommodations were perfect for our group. Each couple had their own private bedroom and bathroom. The beds were all very comfortable and the linens were clean and of high quality. The kitchen was well stocked with cups, dishes, cookware, utensils and anything else you may need. The dining room table was perfect for eating together and for late night games. We especially enjoyed the porch outside the living room and kitchen area for morning coffee as well as the fire pit outside the lower level in the evening. There were plenty of comfortable outside chairs for everyone to relax and enjoy the fire and the fresh air. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this home to larger groups looking for a perfect get-away.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Year-round Fun!

tla123 Macomb, MI
Review Submitted: October 22, 2008 Date of Stay: June 2008
We have stayed at this home during both the winter and summer months and it has exceeded our expectations both times! It is in no-way your "typical cottage" - the quality you see on the outside continues throughout the home. The condition of both the interior and exterior is immaculate and the cleanliness is second to none. The home comfortably accommodated several families that included children ranging in age from 4-17. The younger children used the spacious areas to play w/ toys, while the teenagers took advantage of the pool & air hockey tables, as well as video games on the big screen tv. The ample amount of seating in the kitchen/dining areas allowed us to enjoy many hours of conversation for our large group. In the summer months, we took advantage of the close proximity (5 min.) from downtown for shopping, restaurants & sightseeing. During winter, our family enjoyed skiing and snow tubing at near by Boyne Mt. Resort, as well as snowmobiling on the local trails (trailhead is within 1 mile of house). Our family is looking forward to our annual vacation here again.
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Rating
4 out of 5

Rental Home in Charlevoix

sally1966 Indianapolis
Review Submitted: July 26, 2008 Date of Stay: July 2008
Overall we were pleased with this home, but for the premium price we paid, we were disappointed with a few things. Firstly, there was no air conditioning. I am sure that 10-11 months out of the year, this is not a problem, but for the week of July 4th with temperatures in the mid 80s, the house was very, very hot both during the day and at night. Although we watched very little television, we were also disappointed that the satellite system only offered a basic channel package. We could not get CNN, ESPN, TBS or other popular cable channels. Again, for the price, I expected to have those and a movie channel like HBO. Lastly, we were disappointed that we were expected to supply paper products and soap for the bathrooms and perform duties that I think a cleaning service should supply. In other rental homes that were less expensive, we supplied nothing. We were also expected to strip beds and empty the trash. I think we should be able to leave our last morning without taking care of these things. Otherwise, we were very pleased. The view was lovely (although the beach was apparently not in it's usual condition due to recent rain...yuck). The furnishings were nice. By bringing in folding chairs from the basement, we were able to seat 12 at the dinner table. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and dishes, and the toys in the basement were appreciated by the 4 year old girl in our group. I would recommend this house, but also encourage others to see what they might be able to get a bit cheaper. It was comfortable and a good fit for our group of 12.
Owner's Response: Dear Future Guests,
We appreciate feedback from our current guests so that we may make your stay as enjoyable as possible. So to that end we would like to add the following comments to this review:
a. Central air conditioning has been installed.
b. The satellite service has been upgraded.
c. A reasonable supply of toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags and etc. are furnished.
d. We only asked that our guest pull off the bedding (or simply leave the beds unmade) in those bedrooms that were used (there are six total) so that the cleaning service can tell which rooms were used. (It is a large home and not all rentals utilize the entire house.)
e. We only ask that the kitchen garbage be removed regularly for obvious reasons.
f. Besides "d and e" above we just ask that the house be left in a reasonably clean state.
We rented vacation home ourselves for many years before we bought our own so we understand and appreciate the "surprises" one can find in renting a private home. The things that most guests comment to us directly about is how clean, well furnished (maintaining a quality atmosphere for our quests is a prioirity) and it is very family friendly (lots of space and lots of amenities to keep a variety of interests entertained).
Thank you for considering our home for your next vacation.
Sincerely,
Bob and Joannie
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