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Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13

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Smart TV, fireplace, books, video library
Interior
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 133600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Boyne City, MI
  • Place, Lake Charlevoix
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Boyne Heritage Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Boyne City

Located in Downtown Boyne City, this vacation home is adjacent to Old City Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Lake Charlevoix. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Old City Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Charlevoix - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Boyne Heritage Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Peninsula Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Avalanche Preserve Recreation Area - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪BC Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Forty Acres Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Happy's Taco Shop - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13

Welcome to the A. J. Beardsley home! A historic treasure located in downtown Boyne City with 125' on the Boyne River. This newly renovated spacious home features 4 bedrooms/4 bathrooms and can sleep up to 13 people. It truly offers the best of both worlds.

Steps away from restaurants and Lake Charlevoix. Only 6 miles from Boyne Mountain. The backyard is perfect for kayaking, bonfires and relaxing! Ideal for family gatherings or for several couples to enjoy all that Northern Michigan offers.

This beautiful 3,600 square foot home was built in 1898 and was owned by one the towns first settlers, A.J. Beardsley. They just do not make houses like this anymore as it features the original hardwood floors, moldings and trim work. The house has been newly renovated to provide modern day comforts but not lose the character of this one-of-a-kind house!

Many have said that this house goes on "forever". With four bedrooms that each have there own full bathroom this rental can easily accommodate large family gatherings or several couples in the house without ever feeling crowded. The 10' ceilings on the main floor and windows that stretch to the ceiling are ideal for viewing the beautiful surroundings.
The house has the following:

*Air Conditioning
*Front Porch
*Dining Room
*Family Room
*Kitchen
*4 Bedrooms
1-King, 3- Queen and 5 twins
*4 Full Bathrooms
*Large Common Area
*Wrap Around Deck
*Fire pit
*Laundry Facility
*Cable
*Wi-Fi
*Charging Station
*Work Desk
*Flat Screen Smart TVs
*Apple TV
*Charcoal and Gas Grills
*Large Backyard

Enjoy the serenity of the back yard on the wrap around deck. You will see fish jump and our daily visits from the three swans that reside nearby. If you are an early riser you may even catch a glimpse of deer drinking from the river. Spend a lazy day watching the kayaks go by as you enjoy fishing right off the riverbank.

Located on the Boyne River and just steps from all that downtown Boyne City has to offer. Boyne City has AMAZING restaurants as well as wonderful boutique shopping. Two marinas are just blocks away. If you love to boat you will love Lake Charlevoix! Golfing is less than five miles away for those who enjoy the links. With parks, farmers markets, festivals and concerts you will never run out of options for something to do!

Guests may enjoy the use of the kayaks, cornhole game, outdoor jenga, fire pit, charcoal grill and gas grill. Indoors guests are welcome to all areas of the house (excluding the basement) including the Maytag front loading washer and dryer.

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Primary renter must be 26 years of age and will need to provide a copy of their drivers license with the signed contract.

No more than 13 people overnight on any given day.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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: 3,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Prime Time Booking (Mid June through August) 6 day minimum from Friday to Friday

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown Boyne City, just steps from Old City Park, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Charlevoix and Boyne Heritage Center. You'll also find Peninsula Beach and Avalanche Preserve Recreation Area less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13 have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13 have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is about 27 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13?

Yes, every house at Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13 comes with a balcony.

Downtown Boyne City on Boyne River - 4 BR/4 Full BA - 3,800 sq ft. - Sleeps 13 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location on the River. Peaceful backyard
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for four couples and golf

Beautiful historic home in downtown Boyne City. We were four couples so each of us had our own bedroom and bathroom. The view in the backyard of Boyne river and the fire pit for evening gatherings was absolutely perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual family vacation

12 of us comfortably stayed at the house for a week. Everything was as described. We had fun kayaking on the river, the kids played in the yard everyday, fished in the backyard and had a short walk to the downtown area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Boyne City Castle

This home was absolutely wonderful for our family. The kids spent hours in the backyard fishing, kayaking, yard games. We walked everywhere in town, cute shops and many good eating establishments. I would totally recommend this home for multigenerational families. Thanks Mary Ann!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sibling vacation

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful property! There is just one thing that I would like to mention, and that is that one of the upstairs bathrooms needs attention. The one with the pedestal sink/claw-foot tub. Plumbing needs work on both. The sink was unstable and the plumbing leaks for the tub. We still however, had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Mary Beth B., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Loud Street

The backyard is beautiful and we loved using the kayaks, playground equipment, and fire pit. However, if you are looking for a serene setting, this is not it. There is a utility power plant on the other side of the river with bright lights at night and the noise off of Main Street is very loud. There is no privacy from either side of the neighbors. The house was okay. The back doors off of the master bedroom are very hard to lock. The hot water in the clawfoot was not working until my husband realized the valve was shut off due to a constant leak. There were no blinds or curtains in one of the bathrooms. And the soap dispenser in every bathroom was only filled half way. We are in a pandemic and to cheap out and only fill the soap half way is ridiculous to me. The kitchen is very dated and made cooking difficult. It is separate from the rest of the house and closed off. If you are a lover of older homes and don't mind the noise of the Main Street and lack of privacy, this would be a good house for you, but it wasn't our cup of tea.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location on river near downtown Boyne City

Wonderful space for a family get together with beautiful outside yard and toys for children of all ages

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and great host!

We stayed here for a family reunion and it was great! Very relaxing to sit around the firepit and make smores. The house was very well stocked with all of the necessities. The beds were very comfortable. There were even toys for the kids to play with! Will definitely book again! Our host was very responsive when we had a question!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven D., Jackson, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Up North Home

My family and I had such a wonderful time in Boyne City, mainly because of this home! It was a perfect location: walking distance to all the restaurants, right next to the Fourth of July parade route, and on Boyne River, which was perfect for kayaking. Wonderful balcony area to relax and read when it rains. Great place for fires at night too. Lots of room to stretch out in the evening as well. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abigail P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfully relaxing location

Everything about this property rental was wonderful. It was a great location for our family to get together and spend a relaxing weekend. Mary Anne was awesome communicating when we had questions about some of the outdoor amenities. We plan to be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip!

Loved the location of the property. Owner was wonderful to communicate with! Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and great location

We enjoyed our 3 nights. I thought all bedrooms had their own bath, but one did not. We had 4 couples that had a great time playing pickleball and Fibbage. We hope to be back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Cleveland, Oh

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Waterside stay

wonderful stay, walked to marina to rent a pontoon, walked to Charlevoix coffee, walked to get crepes and walked to market and tried local Sweet Tango apples - charming town with everything. Firepit on the river made for relaxing evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Dorothy G.

Large historic home on main drag

The home is situated on a very busy & loud main road into Boyne City. This is not a tranquil & relaxing setting. The home is historic so has an old odor. The A/C was poor and owners say not to go below 72 degrees🙄. There is a washer but you must bring your own detergent but there were plenty of towels provided. The strangest part was the neighbor...he kept appearing out of the bushes when we were outside. He was super nice but still, not very private.

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get Together

Everything about our stay was fantastic, house, location just as advertised!! Owners were very responsive and helpful, highly recommended for an enjoyable getaway, thanks for everything!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beardsley House

Magical house and property, attentive, thoughtful, gracious owners. An A+ overall experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dixie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place to stay!

Great place! Such an honor to stay in this historical home! Walking distance to town. And close by to other great activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric S., Medina, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home base for Wine Weekend in Petoskey

My wife and I and two other couples had a wonderful time staying at the A J Beardsley Home in downtown Boyne for a 4 day weekend as we toured the local wineries, shops and restaurants in and around Petoskey, Harbor Springs and Charlevoix. The house is very large so you can spread out and is both comfortable and beautifully appointed with period pieces. Given that 3 of the 4 bedrooms have ensuites was an added plus. We had no issues sleeping - the beds were comfortable and the home is well equipped (pots and pans, towels, bedding, Keurig, smart TV, games and books, etc.), so you can just show up with your luggage and not need to bring a lot of extra stuff. This house is especially nice given you are steps from Downtown Boyne City, which has several nice restaurants and shops so whether you don't have to drive anywhere if you don't want to. Although it is adjacent to the main road into town and we initially thought that it would be noisy with traffic - it wasn't. The house also backs up to a lovely river and although we didn't take advantage of the fire pit or kayaks (due to being too tired after long days running around) we did start a couple morning with coffee on the lovely deck overlooking the river. Really nice! I would add that the owner made it very easy - she was both communicative during the planning session and had good instructions on how the house "worked" - no issues and we enjoyed a nice little welcoming treat when we arrived the first day. Finally - The photos on the website/description did a good job of displaying what you are getting when staying here and , as for us, if we are in the area again - would definitely stay at the this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience!

We really enjoyed staying here. The location was great being right downtown. We were able to walk to shops and the marina to rent a boat. The property manager was very quick to respond to our concerns. Thank you again.

10/10 Excellent

Marci Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Experience

We loved our stay at this home. There were 8 adults and 2 children--plenty of room for all. The location is amazing. We loved being able to walk into town to get coffee, shop or go to the beach. The yard with play structure and games was a hit for my 3 year old grandson and he loved being able to fish right on the river. Kaying on the river was so nice. The house is well equipped with anything we needed. Mary Anne was responsive to all e-mails prior to our stay. Highly recommend this home and would stay there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tianna D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

The house was a perfect location for our family over the 4th of July holiday. We loved being right in town while also having the river to look out on in the evenings with a bonfire. The house was inviting, very comfortable and well-equipped.

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful historical home on the Boyne River.

We loved the home, river access, closeness to the lake and convenience of walking in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barry L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous!

Our entire group wanted to stay longer! Great place, great owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V., Canton

Perfect location for everything Boyne!

Owners are great hosts. Our group has stayed at the Beardsley for ski weekends over the past 2 years. Everyone especially liked fire pit along the river and walking proximity to Boyne City for dinner/drinks. Thank you Mary Ann, We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

T B.

Winter Wonderland House

What a beautiful home! For Christmas this year, we took our adult children and two grandkids on a five day ski vacation. Our vacation rental was not only close to Boyne Mountain and other outdoor activities, but it was also extremely comfortable and roomy enough for two small children and 7 adults. Mary Ann made us feel welcome from the time we entered the front door and saw the beautiful Christmas tree and and read her welcome note until our checkout on our last morning. The immaculately clean house is furnished with everything you need from bed linens and towels to cook ware, condiments and spices. In addition, there are books in case you run out of reading material, games for children, and plenty of TV choices (although with so much to do we found we didn't use them much!). Shops and restaurants are all within walking distance. I also appreciated that Mary Ann checked in a few times with us via VRBO messages to make sure we were happy. We would love to rent this home again in the future. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018