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The Heart of the Village

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Books
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2530 sq ft

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
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Northport, MI
  • Popular LocationWillowbrook Mill3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPeterson Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationChristmas Cove Beach10 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)49 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Heart of the Village

This studio apartment in the heart of Northport is within walking distance to everything you'll need. Two bar/restaurants and a boutique bowling alley are across the street and within one block you'll find a public beach on Northport Bay, the public marina, a grocery store, an additional restaurant, quaint shops, the post office, a bank, and a craft beer brew pub. This is the perfect place to experience life in a small town!
Additionally, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, boats, bicycles and other summer fun items are available from a rental business located next door. Enjoy your water sports in the bay (a half a block away) and bike around town or down many of the scenic roads in the area. (Which is pretty much all of them!)

On the Northwest corner of the village is the Northport Creek Golf Course, winner of the Golf Digest 2015 Green Star Award. It is a public, 35 par course designed by Jerry Matthews.

The Willowbrook Mill wedding venue is just two blocks away.

The apartment is tucked away down a hill and behind a garage at the back of the property and can't be viewed from the street. East facing windows provide beautiful sunrises with partial views of Northport Bay.

Please keep in mind that being in the center of town may occasionally mean hearing some of the hustle and bustle that comes with village life. (Although we have very considerate neighbors!) For example, on Friday evenings throughout the summer, the "Music in the Park" performances, which play genres such as jazz and folk music among others, can be heard from on the property. Performances end at 9:00pm.
Sit out in the yard and enjoy the music, or grab the totable lawn chairs provided and head down to the gazebo at the park to enjoy the music with the rest of the community.

The area around Northport is known for scenic vistas of Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan, orchards, vineyards and natural areas.

Visit the Northport/Omena Chamber of Commerce page of FaceBook for a list of events and additional information on the area.

Some local businesses may change their hours of operation frequently. Check their websites or FB accounts for updates.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchenette

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 530 sq ft (49 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: While we love animals, our no pet policy is firm.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No cribs, highchairs, etc. provided.

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
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

Property is also known as

Heart of the Village Apartment
Heart of the Village Northport
Heart of the Village Apartment Northport

About the area

Northport

Located in Northport, this apartment is in the city centre. Grand Traverse Lighthouse and Historic Fishtown are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery and Manitou Island Transit. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Willowbrook Mill - 3 min walk
  • Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive
  • Leelanau State Park - 7 min drive
  • Peterson Park - 8 min drive
  • Christmas Cove Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Northport Brewing - 2 min walk
  • Northport Pub & Grille - 2 min walk
  • Leelanau Wine Cellars - 8 min drive
  • Green Bird Cellars & Organic Farms - 5 min drive
  • The Tribune Ice-cream & Eatery - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Heart of the Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Heart of the Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Heart of the Village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Heart of the Village located?

Located in the heart of Northport, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Willowbrook Mill and Lake Michigan. Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery and Peterson Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G., Holland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Fall Vacay
Perfect spot for those that don’t enjoy large crowds! Quiet and cute little neighborhood and still plenty to do on a cold windy rainy weekend. Lots of wine tasting! Only thing we would have enjoyed more was a TV to watch the U of M game! The pub closes at 9 in the fall! Other than that it was perfect. Clean and Karen was very attentive! We would love to come back some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karen was a very gracious host. We enjoyed our stay and the studio was clean and spacious. Snacks, water and coffee were provided and were appreciated. We have already recommended her place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northport excellence
CLEAN. Provided all you need (beach towels, folding chairs cooler and snacks) only thing missing was a tv. Great communication. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northport Gem
This is a very private, clean and enjoyable studio apartment, right in the center of Northport. Eould definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northport. MI Wedding Weekend
Our stay was awesome! Karen made everything so easy from check-in to providing welcome snacks and even a copy of the children's book she has authored!! The place was simple, very clean, and spacious. The VRBO is in a perfect location in Northport for walking to the quaint and idyllic town restaurants and shops. If you don't need anything fancy this is a great place to stay, Quiet and just perfect. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Visit
The area is lovely and we enjoyed great weather. Our accommodations were very comfortable and clean. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Place to Stay Right Downtown
Karen's place is exactly as advertised..although even a little better due to all of the nice touches that she leaves for you. The studio was spacious and absolutely spotless. She had left treats for our arrival and beach towels, beach chairs and a foam cooler which made beach going much easier! You can literally walk to every single thing in Northport from the house. It has everything you need for a couple to stay and enjoy Northport. We would definitely return. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

toni w.

Liked: Cleanliness
delightful stay
We loved the Heart of the Village and the host was very kind and thoughtful. We would like to return another time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Risa L., Carlsbad, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Studio in Northport, MI
This is a comfortable studio in town in Northport.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot in town Northport
The place was immaculately clean, the communication with Karen was fantastic, and the awesome treats were a wonderful surprise. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023