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Inhabit A Hobbit House!

Cottage with kitchen, steps from Lake Michigan

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Welcome to Half House, a charming two-bedroom stone cottage in Charlevoix designed by Earl Young. Enjoy the sandy beach, lighthouse views and spectacular sunsets just outside your door. This cozy retreat is within walking distance to the village of Charlevoix for shopping, dining and music in the park.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Inhabit A Hobbit House!

Over 500 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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property
  • 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
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 720 square feet

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the home.

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
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport 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 area

Charlevoix is home to this cottage. Mushroom House and Charlevoix South Pier Light are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Boulder Park Nature Preserve. Ready for a night out? Consider Castle Farms and Lavender Hill Farm. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Charlevoix travel guide
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Charlevoix, MI

What's nearby

  • House with mushroom cap style roof in Charlevoix Michigan
    Mushroom House
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Michigan Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Charlevoix Circle of Arts
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Beaver Island Boat Company Ferry Terminal
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Charlevoix Beach
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Harbor View Cafe
    9 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • B.C. Pizza
    4 min drive
  • Charlevoix Dairy Grille
    16 min walk
  • The Bridge Street Tap Room
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Inhabit A Hobbit House! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Inhabit A Hobbit House!?

On-site parking is available at the 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!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Inhabit A Hobbit House! located?

Situated in Charlevoix, this cottage is steps away 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

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 526 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at the Hobbit House with our two kids and had an amazing time. Short walk to downtown and a great beach directly in front of the property. The property was clean and the host was very easy to work with. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location, Perfect. Accommodations were perfect, Thanks Bill. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved so much about this stay. The Half House hobbit house is as beautiful and cozy as the pictures suggest and the location cannot be beat. Living in an Earl Young house for just a few days was a privilege and pleasure we won't forget.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Cozy winter weekend

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 Excellent

Shelly F.

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

Hobbit house

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 Excellent

BRIAN W., Columbus

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

Great location

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

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

The best

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 Excellent

Cassandra S.

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

Super cute!

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 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Great TIme at the Half House

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 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Quintessential Charlevoix Experience!

The hobbit house is an adorable piece of Charlevoix history with incredible views of Lake Michigan and the gorgeous sunsets on the water. Home is equiped with everything you need to enjoy a perfect stay in this beautiful town. Highly recommend the house and also recommend you enjoy the Mushroom House Tour to learn more about it. Hosts were helpful communicative!! Would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Perfect weekend

Wonderful time, great romantic experience ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S.

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

Great Winter Getaway

The property was beautiful and unique. Perfect for our Sister’s weekend. Great views of the Lake and just a lovely in the winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda b.

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

Mushroom Magic

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 Excellent

Christopher A.

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

Beautiful house and location

We had an absolutely wonderful time at the half house. It is in a great location to access the beach, the Earl Young houses and the down town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

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

Location

Awesome views of the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynnell F.

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

Charming, old school, great location!

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Hobbit House

Very nice place to stay and interesting history to experience. Although the house is small it had all the amenities to make your stay perfect. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

walter m., White Lake, Michigan

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

Excellent experience

We had such a nice stay and the half house is such a unique place to stay. It is walking distance to the beach and into town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Anniversary Trip

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 Excellent

Carol R.

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

Every comfort included in this charming house from the fireplace to the well equiped kitchen.

It was a charming stay in this historic home. The view of Lake Michigan was spectacular and not to be missed. We are hoping to return to this one of a kind house.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

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

Enjoyable

Historical building. Great location. Beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Walking distance to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

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

Sweet vintage home

Staying at the Half House feels like being in a fairy tale. We enjoyed all the vintage touches, cozy feel, and location—the nearby lake and historic neighborhood were all we needed to unwind. This little place is truly a welcome break from the bland sameness of hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renae N.

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

A wonderful experience.

It was great to have the opportunity to stay here. Our family enjoyed the experience and Charlevoix. I know my children will remember staying here for time to come.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Great stay at the half house

My friend and I stayed for a girls' weekend and it was the perfect, cozy space. It was very clean and comfortable - and very cute. We enjoyed all the provided entertainment, the views of Lake Michigan (right across the street!) and the easy walk into town (less than ten minutes). We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024