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Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage

Holiday home in Mackinaw City with kitchen

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In downtown Mackinaw City, this charming remodeled cottage is a stone's throw from Main Street and three blocks from the ferry lines to Historic Mackinac Island. With its cozy atmosphere, this historic Up North Cottage offers plenty of space for family gatherings with two bedrooms, an open area with built-in beds and a sectional sofa sleeper.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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.

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 amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

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
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • 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
  • Snorkelling 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Located in Mackinaw City, this holiday home is in the city centre. Mackinaw Bridge Museum and Colonial Michilimackinac Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum. Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace and Totem Village are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide
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Mackinaw City, MI

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Point Lighthouse with the Mackinaw Bridge in the background. #OnTheRoad
    Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Ferry Terminal for the craft plying between Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island Michigan
    Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Keyhole Bar & Grill
    5 min walk
  • Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store
    9 min drive
  • Clyde's Drive-In
    9 min drive
  • Dixie Saloon
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Mackinaw City, this holiday home is steps away from Mackinaw Crossings and Mackinaw Bridge Museum. Mackinaw City Trailhead and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse are also within 10 minutes.

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Charming Historic Mackinaw City Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

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

Christy B.

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

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

Douglas P.

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

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

Michelle H.

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

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

Jennifer C.

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

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

Mary K.

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

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

Bridget O.

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

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

Lynn S.

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

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

SUSAN M.

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

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

Lucille K.

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

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

Loretta J.

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

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

Andrew J., Detroit, USA

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

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

Sarah W.

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

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

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was set up nicely .location was close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greatly located property. Nice house and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean, super close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used this rental as our base. Walked to ferry for Mackinac Island and quick drive to Pictured Rocks. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Accurate to description.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Six friends (senior citizens) shared this charming home. This was my second stay. Very clean, well equipped and very convenient to the ferry, shopping and restaurants. Downstairs bedroom is nice for those who don’t navigate stairs well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

KATHY F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could of had more towels. Better pillows
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

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

Carlene P.

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

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

Darsi L.

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

Great location

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

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