Title: Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix ![Property grounds - Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix (Boyne City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102338700/102338669/d7223237.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix (Boyne City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102338700/102338669/f78fbf01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix (Boyne City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102338700/102338669/ba8c5b9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix (Boyne City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102338700/102338669/4abaa4f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, offices - Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix (Boyne City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102338700/102338669/w1438h957x1y1-f79842e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Lake Effect Cottage, nestled on the shores of Lake Charlevoix. Enjoy expansive views of the lake from your private beach, complete with kayaks and paddle boards for refreshing dips in the crystal-clear waters. Relax around the firepit or dine al fresco on your outdoor patio. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix Boyneland (dotcom) saves money! Avoid VRBO fees. Come to the sandy shores of Lake Charlevoix where our Lake Effect Cottage is the perfect retreat for your next getaway. Accommodating up to 10 guests, it’s an ideal escape for families or groups looking to enjoy the beauty of life on the water. Relax and take in breathtaking lake views from your private sandy beach, where you’ll find kayaks, paddleboards, and a dock for refreshing swims in the crystal-clear water. We have a mooring for your boat too. Great in the wintertime too- 10 mins to Ski We live locally and are available in an emergency. Otherwise with general questions or concerns please reach out and we are always happy to help. Located on the shores of Lake Charlevoix 5 minutes from Boyne City 14 minutes to Boyne Mountain A car is needed. 2 parking spaces off road available. 5 minutes from Boyne City 5 minutes to the famous Landing's Restaurant 15 mins to East Jordan 30 mins to Charlevoix and Petoskey The entire home and property are yours. Main Floor • Full kitchen: Stove, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Keurig and Drip Coffeepot • Dining inside for 5 • Living room: Smart TV • Bedroom 1: Queen bed • Full bathroom: Tub/shower combo • WIFI Upstairs • Bedroom 2 Queen Bed • Bedroom 3 Two bunks with Queen on bottom, twin on top- Smart TV, bean bags • Full bathroom- tub shower combo • Second Livingroom: Smart TV, games, books, lounge loft • Full size laundry Exterior • Walk out patio to large deck • Large outdoor dining table, umbrella • Grill • Expansive views of Lake Charlevoix • Firepit and Adirondacks • Kayaks • Paddle Board • Corn hole and other yard games • Life jackets • Dock • Mooring for your boat All guests must complete a Guest Rental Agreement, ID verification, and Security Deposit in order to receive Arrival Instructions. Details of the Guest Rental Agreement can be found in the House Rules. No docking of boat at the swimming dock. Use the mooring instead. Outdoor water activities and dock are only available during summer months (approximately Memorial Day through Labor Day). ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### 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 - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101207800/101207751/cffa9d76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Charlevoix Beachfront | Sleeps 8 Guests | Walkable to Downtown Boyne Boyne City - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=101207751&PinnedHotelID=101207751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100820000/100817900/100817861/496a3371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Downtown Boyne City with Lake Charlevoix View, Sleeps 9 Boyne City - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=100817861&PinnedHotelID=100817861&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74440000/74434900/74434876/353ef4e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Front, Lake Charlevoix, Large Park like setting. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 554f5f19-e7b5-4b47-afdf-e09dfaedac2b ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.22055%2C-85.07193&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ivUjrYefkZDRLahffWslGBGTUD0=) Boyne City, MI #### What's nearby - Lake Charlevoix \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Boyne Mountain \- 13 min drive \- 10.0 miles - Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark \- 13 min drive \- 10.2 miles - Torch Lake \- 38 min drive \- 27.4 miles - Nub's Nob Ski Area \- 43 min drive \- 32.4 miles #### Getting around - Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪BC Pizza - ‬9 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive - ‪Happy's Taco Shop - ‬10 min drive - ‪Cafe Sante - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix? ### What time is check-in at Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix? ### What time is check-out at Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix? ### Where is Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake Effect: Located on the Water of Lake Charlevoix Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa B. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Beautiful home; beautiful view! ##### Lisa B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JO S. 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memorial weekend on Lake Charlevoix We had a great time in Boyne City. The house was wonderful and accurate to the listing. And our host was great. She answered all our questions in a timely manner. We would definitely stay there again! ##### JO S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason A. 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Atwell Great view of lake town is close to Boyne city bands every weekend in summer boat rentals are are available ##### Jason A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenifer B. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lake front property that’s exactly as pictured. House clean and tidy. All listed amenities were found. Appliances were newer & easy to use Do’s and don’t directions were clearly listed. Beds were comfortable and in room air conditioners were easy to set. Host was responsive to messages and requests ![Sunrise ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cd39cecc-c08e-4f1f-82d7-f14c98669a21-1756766523914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Afternoon ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6b8c1e0b-a230-4a58-a3db-1d50caf71926-1756766524108.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jenifer B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric T. 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing lake view, clean sandy beach and wonderful house ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d52c67f3-ebbe-4172-8a8b-40efde0e7383-1757016735678.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aa1f71e8-9ee8-4a33-8a95-bceb69bf5b60-1757016736845.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/54787a3a-691f-4a3e-8699-b81574a7d923-1757016738782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Eric T. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy W. 5 Oct 2025 ##### Judy W. 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