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Inhabit A Hobbit House!

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 467 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Inhabit A Hobbit House!

Over 450 five-star reviews! Charlevoix’s #1 vacation rental!

Architect and dreamer Earl Young created a magical world with his unique and eccentric stone cottages in Charlevoix. Half House is absolutely one of the most adorable homes you will ever see! Now you can experience it for yourself. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse and breathtaking sunsets just outside your door. Half House is an easy two block stroll to the quaint village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining, marina, ferry, drawbridge and music in the park.

Everything you will need for a comfortable vacation is included: luxurious cotton bed linens and towels, firewood and kindling, free wireless internet, books, music, Roku smart flatscreen TV with streaming channels and DVD player, kitchenware, beach chairs, plus an endless supply of hot water! Not to mention the spectacular view of majestic Lake Michigan! This cozy two bedroom home accommodates four guests quite comfortably. Relax!

Sorry, no pets allowed. Please note that Half House has no central air conditioning. The earthen stone structure and steady cool breeze blowing in over the cold waters of Lake Michigan keep the home comfortable. We also provide fans in every room.

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Property manager

Bill Thom

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the home.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 720 square feet

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Lock the doors

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Inhabit A Hobbit House
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Charlevoix
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Private vacation home
Inhabit A Hobbit House! Private vacation home Charlevoix

About the neighborhood

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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • Mushroom House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Charlevoix Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Castle Farms - 7 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Grille - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪B.C. Pizza Charlevoix - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Street Tap Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Villager Pub - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Inhabit A Hobbit House! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Inhabit A Hobbit House!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inhabit A Hobbit House!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Inhabit A Hobbit House! located?

Situated in Charlevoix, this cottage is steps from Lake Michigan Beach and Lake Michigan. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are just steps away.

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Inhabit A Hobbit House! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 452 out of 493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 493 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

It was so awesome being able to stay in a Earl Young house. Hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Was a very nice getaway. Plan to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Unique VRBO stay. My husband and I loved the charm of this famous “mushroom house”. We had a wonderful, relaxing weekend. And we loved the town of Charlevoix.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Eclectic, incredible location, cozy..for 2 people it had everything we could want. Walked to town, beach, lighthouse, other mushroom houses. Just wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Property is unique and super charming. Great Lake view with a amazing fireplace for a winter evening
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

An amazing work of architecture located on the lake. Walking distance to the adorable downtown. Fireplace was wonderful to sit by, watch the snow fall and read. Thank you for an excellent visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

We loved everything about the Half House! Perfect weekend getaway for my wife’s birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Such a fun place to stay for a quick mother/daughter trip to northern Michigan! My adult day vibed with the mushroom/gnome/cottage feel and I like the comfy bed and amazing location. The house is right across the road from the lake and its sweet little lighthouse. We walked along the shore and the footpath on higher ground. It was also pretty close to town for shopping and restaurants. The communication was excellent - and questions answered right away. Would recommend this place as a total experience getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Cute little place just right for 2 older ladies.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We love it so much, we go back every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

A second stay at this charming comfortable abode has proven to increase the value of the overall experience. It truly is positioned in the heart of Charlevoix the Beautiful!!! Until next time...
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The Half-House is a unique and cozy space. I can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The house was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

From the second we walked inside, it felt like home! Such a quaint and cozy cottage! We didn’t want to leave. Planning our next visit already!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We loved our stay at the Half House. Everything was very clean and well stocked. Very walkable to downtown. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Half House was exceptional! So cozy and just delightful—we will be back if we can find a date that isn’t booked)!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Nice quaint home, great location. Could use some extra deep cleaning, fresh coat of paint. Soap dispensers watered down and not what the containers say they are. Not a good way to cut cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great location, helpful service from owners
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

The house was adorable! The weather was perfect. We loved having a view of the lake right outside our window. We would stay there again! There is so much to see and do. If you’re looking for a good breakfast spot, we loved Smoke on the Water. It is just a short walk from the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Everything about the stay was excellent. From the check in process to the location and the overall stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

We have been interested in the Earl Young houses since we first discovered them on a day trip to Charlevoix several years ago. So I was excited to find that one was available as a short-term rental. The inside did not disappoint; it was cozy, quirky and a fun experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Amazing property - great community
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Adorable house in a prime location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Magical little cottage in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Charming cottage with eye-catching details that make for a cozy stay. Me and my daughter really enjoyed our stay in Charlevoix.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024