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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block!

Charming historic downtown Northport home built in 1908. View of the bay from the front porch. Less than a block to the public beach, park, marina, bars, restaurants and brewery! Four bedrooms include two downstairs and two up. Jack and Jill full bathroom upstairs. Large fully equipped kitchen. Washer and dryer. Smart TV with wireless internet. Huge lot with lots of parking. Front porch and side patio for enjoying the summer nights.

Northport is at the tip of the Little Finger and is close to all that Leelanau County has to offer including; winery and cidery tours, breweries, Fish Town in Leland, shopping in Suttons Bay, boating and fishing in the bays and the inland lakes. Hiking trails lead to hidden beaches. Ten minutes to the north is the Leelanau State Park and the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse.

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Please note that this house has steps at all entries and may be difficult for those with mobility challenges.

Property manager

Mary Ellen Philbin

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Rules

Check in for 7 day stays must begin and end on Saturday. All summer stays have 7 day minimum.
Pets defined as dogs only. Limited to one large or two medium to small dogs.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $200 non-refundable deposit.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

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Northport, MI

What's nearby

  • Willowbrook Mill - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Christmas Cove Farms - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Peterson Park - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Christmas Cove Beach - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 13 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northport Brewing - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Knot Just a Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fischer's Happy Hour Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fingers Crossed - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barb's Bakery - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block! located?

Situated in Northport, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Willowbrook Mill and Lake Michigan. Christmas Cove Farms and Good Neighbor Organic Vineyard and Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Boathouse on Waukazoo! Beach, Bars, Brewery all within a block! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelle P.

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

Beautiful Northport

Northport is my new favorite place in Leelanua Peninsula. Would definitely stay at the Boathouse again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Another perfect stay at the Boathouse!

This was our second stay at the Boathouse and it was just as great as the first. The home is equipped with most anything you’d need for a long stay. The proximity to downtown restaurants and shops (and Barb’s Bakery!) make it the perfect place to stay for an up north getaway. We can’t wait to rebook and come back for a third time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Great location close to everything

Great communication from owner, nice & comfy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

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

Lovely Location

We really enjoyed our stay at the Boathouse. It's an interesting house and property which character and charm. The location is in town Northport which makes it a short walk to everything from the grocery store to quaint shops to the beautiful bay to local restaurants. It was a great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Our week at The Boathouse

We had a great week at The Boathouse with our family. There is so much to do in Northport as well as the entire Leelanau Peninsula. Our 5 grandchildren enjoyed The Boathouse and exploring Northport. Our host, Mary Ellen, was very organized and communicated with me when I had a question.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Great Cottage, Great Location

We had a group of 8 people and 2 dogs and this house fit our needs perfectly! It was in a great location that allowed us to just walk into town and down to the beach. It was also a great location to be able to explore all of the peninsula and not have to drive very far to get anywhere. We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Relaxing week near the lake

We had a group of 10 stay the week of July 4th. We were able to walk to downtown Northport to enjoy the Mitten, Barb's and the fireworks on the 4th. The house was well equipped -- especially the air conditioners and laundry -- to meet our family's needs. We'll definitely consider staying here again on our next trip to Northport.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jane N., La Porte, IN

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Conveniently located

Conveniently located to downtown Northport and surrounding areas for bike riding. Our week concluded with the Uncaged Festival in Northport which was really nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry A.

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

Family Fun

We are visiting our children and grandchildren from California. The house was perfect for our group. We could walk to the beach and town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarkis K.

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

Northport trip

We had a great stay. This house is conveniently locate near sleeping bear dunes, Glenn Arbor and Suttons Bay. Within walking distance to downtown Northport. Very convenient for going out for dinner and drinks at night. Great house with a lot of character. Plenty of beds and bedrooms for me and my family. Comfortable beds and furniture. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa R.

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

Back at the Boathous

4th time we've stayed at the Boathouse, so you could say we love love it. Mary Ellen is a fantastic host. Our dog knows the dog across the street. Everything in walking distance. Dine in. Patio dining. Take out. Groceries. Ice cream. Pizza. Brewery. Bakery. Beach. Leelanau County is a gem and Northport is a great town. Walkable. Minutes to Suttons Bay. Short drive to Leland. Beaches. Love the Boathouse - beds comfy, bathrooms refreshed, layout great. We will be back. Pet friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

User K., Ohio

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Best Location

We loved the outside areas and the porch swing. There is plenty of parking. It is an old house and has had hodge podged not well done modifications. The outside is attractive. The bathrooms and beds were clean. We asked for more towels and the owner accommodated. The cleanliness of the house is not good. Nice furnishings, but the furniture in the living room is very dirty as are the rugs and the floors. I did mention this to the owner, but she had no comment.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

The Boathouse in the Fall

We had the absolute best time staying at the Boathouse. It was myself, my husband, sister, brother in law, niece, and mom. Plenty of bedrooms throughout and a nice open living space. The kitchen was fully stocked and had everything you could need. The house was in a very walkable area. Just a one block walk will get you to downtown- with a grocery store, shops and restaurants. One block in the other direction will get you to an awesome waterfront park with a marina and beach and playground. I can’t say enough great things about the house and location. The proximity to Sutton’s Bay and Traverse City is excellent. We were able to hit some of favorite places in those towns and then head back to Northport within about 40 minutes tops. The Boathouse is now a favorite and we will for sure be making a return visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Amazing

This was such an enjoyable place and I am so glad I found it. Northport is such a quaint area. So peaceful. The house was immaculate and comfortable. The layout was perfect for our group of 8. Plenty of sleeping room. And you didn’t get the sense that there were beds squeezed into odd places. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped for everything needed to cook meals. Plenty of utensils. Bathrooms had towels for everyone. We brought along our own beach towels, because we like to have enough to lay out. And I brought along my own hair products but I always do. There’s a small supermarket in town for supplies. And we absolutely loved the fire pit. Sat out there every night. Never once used the TV set. A great place to air out with all the comforts of home. Definitely a keeper. We got really lucky with the weather too. If I didn’t have to get back to work I’d have requested additional days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle G.

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

Great location; loved the flexibility

My family was looking for a last-minute short trip up north. We didn't want to commit to a whole week, so this house was perfect because it offered the flexibility to book for 4 nights. The location is fabulous. It's a block to downtown Northport (very charming) and to the water. There are also some great hiking trails within a 10-minute walk. Also, we were able to easily explore other parts of the Leelanau Peninsula. The house is charming, clean and has plenty of beds. It's spacious and had many extra amenities, like a bag of ice in the freezer, propane for the grill and wood for the fire pit. I was surprised that there was no body soap or shampoo in the bathrooms. I wish I had known to ask in advance. I've always had soap and shampoo provided in other VRBO rentals. I didn't realize it's up to each renter to determine if they provide that. There is a musty smell in the house, particularly on the first floor. The house is near the water and it's an older home, so I'm not sure it's avoidable. But, if someone has allergies or asthma, I think this might be important to know.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marissa R., Chesterton, IN USA

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

Get Yourself to the Boathouse on Waukazoo

fabulous house, bucolic setting...photos don't do the home justice. so lovley, comfortable. pet friendly, and northport has 'all the smells' for my favorite hound. easy access to all you need in northport: - New Bohemian Cafe [coffees, tees, lattes, breakfast and lunch sandwiches for carryout/patio] - The Garage Bar & Grill [outdoor dining, carryout - GREAT frog legs] - The Mitten Brewing Company [patio seating] PLUS - The Big Hot Woody [we were there at the mitten when they fired up the oven for their fab pizza] - Tom's Grocery Store - Barb's Bakery [go.get those cinnamon stick] - Northport Farmers Market [fridays 9-12] all within walking distance. we visited Graham Greene County Park, Gill's Pier Beach [what's left of it], Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Peterson Park, Chimoski's bakery [Suttons Bay], Roman Wheel Pizza [twice!!, Suttons Bay], a quick drive to Traverse City, Good Harbor Bay [we always go down Bohemian Road, but you can go to the beach off of Good Harbor Trail]. Lots of walks with our pup...never the same walk!! Mary Ellen Philbin is the quintessential host. Constant contact, she cared about all aspects of our trip, never any concerns. we will most certainly be back....
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J., Franklin, Michigan

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

Perfect location and perfect home for a family!

We absolutely loved The Boathouse on Waukazoo! This home is so adorable and beautifully decorated. We loved the nautical theme in the entire house and we were so impressed with how the owners have kept the character of the 1800s home but modernized it for current family needs. All of the furniture was so comfortable and we loved the big kitchen that we could all be in and cook together. The bathrooms were also very updated and upgraded and also had the nautical theme. We loved all of the outdoor spaces. I spent every morning with my coffee sitting on the front porch staring at the bay across the street. We loved the porch swing and we loved the furniture on the back patio where we relaxed by the fire pit and made s’mores. We also loved that this home is pet friendly. Thank you Mary Ellen for your excellent communication and for making sure this home is so welcoming and comfortable. Also what a wonderful location. Only a block from downtown so we were able to walk into town to have coffee in the morning at the Bohemian Café and walk to the cute shops and restaurants and farmers market on Friday! We could also walk to Tom’s Market when we needed groceries. We rented a pontoon from North Shore Outfitters and we were able to walk over to the marina every day. Such an awesome location! Northport is just a perfect small town right on the gorgeous bay, and The Boathouse was the perfect home for us for our week of vacation. Just wish we could have stayed longer and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

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

Wonderful

We had a lovely winter stay! Charming house in the center of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfred D.

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

Attending a Wedding

The property was a great fit, with a full bath upstairs and downstairs, perfect for a diverse family of adults, elementary age kids, grandmother and grandfather. Ample kitchen for making our breakfasts, lunches and watching movies in the evening, and accessibility to a quaint town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa R., Chesterton, IN USA

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

Back at the Boathouse on Waukazoo

Loved getting back to Northport, and the Boathouse on Waukazoo. The Mitten Brewing, NPG, Barb's Bakery, The Big Hot Woody, New Bohemian Cafe, The Tribune, The Bay Theatre in Suttons Bay [GOTG3, IYKYK], 30+ miles of walking and beaches with Newton, Roman Wheel Pizza, ice cream in Suttons Bay, The Grand Traverse Lighthouse, Peterson Park, Gill's Pier/Onomonee Road Beach. All the dogs [Alphonse, Humphrey, Max, Gabriel, Henri, Ruger AND Mystic!!!]. The family of 41 from Ohio. The family from Kentucky. The Friday Farmers Market. Bardenhagen strawberries. Perfect weather. And perfect location, hosts, and stay. Thank you, Mary Ellen - we cherish our time at the Boathouse ❤️❤️❤️🐾🐾🐾🏖🏖🏖
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Northport aka a little piece of Heaven!

This was our first trip to Northport having travelled there for a wedding at Willowbrook Mill. The property was perfect! Everything was within walking distance and the cottage itself was comfortable and cozy. We look forward to spending time here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

doug t.

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

Upnorth vacation

Great experience. House was old but in great condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky S., Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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

Great cottage!

Wonderful cozy cottage in a great location in Northport. We had everything we needed and more. The owners are wonderful and easy to communicate. Will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Fun stay in Northport!

We absolutely loved staying in Northport. Mary Ellen was an excellent host always on top of communication and quick to respond to questions. The house was very charming and perfectly set up for our group of six. The location was great in walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. Parking was easy too. I really loved being able to bring our two dogs. We enjoyed playing cards at the dining room table, preparing meals in the spacious kitchen and making smores by the firepit. My only suggestions would be new mattresses upstairs and more towels. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

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

Great week at the boathouse!

We had a great week at the boathouse. Myself, my husband, our 3 girls and their 3 friends (ages 11-17) all loved the house. There was plenty of room (we probably could have squeezed in another 3 girls!), beds were comfy, AC and ceiling fans kept us all cool, and the welcome bottle of wine was appreciated! Northport is our favorite up north town, and the location was perfect, the girls could walk down to the beach/park or to the shops/restaurants. And still close enough for day trips to sleeping bear and traverse city. Porch swing and fire pit were great when we were just hanging out at the house. Would love to stay here again sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022