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Up North Retreat

Up North Retreat

3 Bedroom(s)       1 Bathroom(s)       Sleeps 6       Add to favorites

Welcome to your Up North Retreat, the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Northern Michigan.

This charming three-bedroom home is ideally located near Mt. McSauba and just a short walk from the sandy dunes and shoreline of Lake Michigan, giving you easy access to some of the area’s most scenic beaches and outdoor recreation. Welcome to your Up North Retreat, the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Northern Michigan. This charming three-bedroom home is ideally located near Mt. McSauba and just a short walk from the sandy dunes and shoreline of Lake Michigan, giving you easy access to some of the area’s most scenic beaches and outdoor recreation. Enjoy air conditioning for added comfort, offering a welcoming space to unwind after a day of exploring.



Whether you spend your days at the beach or your evenings gathered around the fire pit roasting marshmallows, this home is designed for making lasting memories with family and friends. A favorite among returning guests, the property features three comfortable bedrooms along with a beautifully remodeled barrier-free bathroom, making it both inviting and accessible.



Inside, the spacious layout is perfect for relaxing and spending time together. Enjoy family movie nights or games in the large living area, prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen, or dine outdoors on the expansive deck with plenty of seating. For added convenience, the home also includes a private washer and dryer. Sleeping accommodations include two bedrooms with queen beds and a third bedroom with two twin beds, comfortably accommodating up to six guests.



Situated on a quiet corner lot, the home offers a peaceful and private setting while still being only a five-minute drive from downtown Charlevoix. This rare wheelchair-accessible property provides comfort and convenience for a wider range of guests.



During the summer months, Charlevoix comes alive with festivals, events, shopping, dining, and waterfront activities, while popular Northern Michigan destinations like Mackinac Island and Traverse City are just an easy day trip away. Whether you’re visiting for beach days, peaceful surroundings, or quality time with loved ones, this Up North retreat is a wonderful place to call home during your stay.



Please note that due to short-term rental and occupancy licensing restrictions, this home has a strict maximum occupancy of six guests. Please contact Northern Michigan Escapes reservations for additional information and availability prior to booking. Summer season stays may require a three- or five-night minimum stay, while off-season stays require a two-night minimum.

Amenities
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golf:
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ice skating:
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mountain biking:
mountain climbing:
paragliding:
pier fishing:
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roller blading:
sailing:
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sound/bay fishing:
swimming:
tennis:
water skiing:
water tubing:
wind-surfing:
children welcome:
non smoking only:
pets not allowed:
wheelchair accessible:
Long-term Renters Welcome:
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No-contact check-in and check-out:
High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant:
Towels and bedding washed in water that's at least 60sC/140sF:
SafeHome (VRMA & VRHP):
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Gueststream

Guest Reviews of up north retreat

Charlevoix , MI
4.82  out of  5  stars based on 17  user reviews

Great little place

Review by Anthony M.
The house was as-advertised and nicely kept! We'd stay again.
5 out of 5 stars

Such a lovely setting

Review by Jason W.
Was in town for our sons wedding. Great location. Deer in the yard all the time. Beach right across the road. Outside deck needs some upkeep and cleaning, but overall a great place to stay. Would stay there again. Management was very helpful getting us another location, when our original location stopped being a VRBO after we had it booked.
5 out of 5 stars

Family Gathering in Charlevoix

Review by Laura G.
Home is comfortable in a great location near Lake Michigan and Charlevoix. Accessible entrance and within house except bathroom. Cannot wheel wheelchair into it and roll in shower has no grab bars.
4 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you for sharing your thoughtful feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found the home comfortable and in such a great location near Lake Michigan and Charlevoix, with an accessible entrance and general ease of movement inside the house. That proximity and accessibility can make a big difference for families looking for a stress-free stay. At the same time, we sincerely appreciate your detailed note about the bathroom limitations. Not being able to wheel a chair into the bathroom and the lack of grab bars in the roll-in shower is important information for us and for future guests. Accessibility is a priority, and your feedback helps us identify where improvements need to be made so that all guests, including those using wheelchairs, can fully enjoy their stay with greater safety and comfort. We’ll review this issue with the property management team and the owner to explore adding grab bars and ensuring the bathroom is more accessible in the future. Thank you again for your review—it highlights both the home’s strengths and the practical updates needed. Your input truly helps us continue improving guest experiences.

Comfy cabin by the beach

Review by James D.
We enjoyed our two week stay at the property. The cabin has been nicely decorated and works well for a family of four with one bathroom. Everything was clean and functional. The amenities and location are as described. The best feature by far is the location just across from the beach entry.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you so much for your thoughtful five-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your two-week stay and that the cabin was a great fit for your family of four. It’s wonderful to know the space was clean, functional, and tastefully decorated—providing both comfort and style throughout your stay. We’re also glad the amenities and location matched your expectations, as we strive to ensure our listings are accurately represented and easy to enjoy from the moment you arrive. And we couldn’t agree more—the location just across from the beach entry is truly the highlight. Being steps away from the water makes it easy to enjoy Northern Michigan’s natural beauty every day, whether it’s morning walks along the shoreline, afternoons in the sun, or peaceful evenings by the lake. Thank you again for choosing Northern Michigan Escapes. We’d love to welcome you back for another relaxing and memorable lakeside getaway!

Girls Trip 2025

Cottage was older but nice inside. Outside needed some TLC. TV service wasn’t the greatest. Not sure if it was the service or user? We weren’t able to get streaming service on living room TV, only Spectrum and that was questionable. A glass enclosure for shower would help to keep water off bathroom floor. Everything else was great.
4 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the inside of the cottage and that overall, your stay was great. We appreciate your notes about the exterior, the TV service, and the bathroom setup—these are helpful suggestions that we’ll take into consideration as we work to improve the guest experience. Thank you again for staying with us, and we hope to welcome you back in the future!

Wonderful Lake Michigan vacation

Review by lisa l.
Great location near the beach. Easy biking distance to town. Nice yard and cute house
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Hi Lisa, Thank you for the positive review! We are so happy you had a wonderful time staying on Lake Michigan with us, and look forward to seeing again for your next Lake Michigan vacation. Sincerely, The Staff at Northern Michigan Escapes

Paradise in paradise

Review by Corey J.
It was exactly what we expected. Top notch across the entire transaction.We will return.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Hi Corey, Thank you for the positive review! We are thrilled everything was top notch for you and we look forward to seeing you again for your next paradise in paradise vacation. Sincerely, The Staff at Northern Michigan Escapes

Perfect house in a prime location -charlevoix /Lake fun!

Review by Jennifer S.
From the minute we turned onto McSauba Drive and saw our quaint house we were thrilled! The porches to relax with coffee or wine were great! The .25 mile easy walk across the street to gorgeous Lake Michigan with its clear water, sandy beach and unique large and plentiful dunes was perfect. The house has ample space for our family + daughter’s boyfriend. One con is the only 1 bathroom, but not a big deal at all. This was overshadowed by proximity to the cute town of Charlevoix with great restaurants and shopping, disc golf, biking and beaches. The owners even were very quick and helpful in finding and mailing a few items we left behind. We will surely be back!!!
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Hi Jennifer, Thank you for the positive review! We are so thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us and are glad we were able to find your items! We look forward to having you stay with us again in the future. Sincerely, The Staff at Northern Michigan Escapes

Great location, great house!

Review by Marcus D.
The house worked out great, it was clean and its location across from the nature preserve was amazing. We went to the beach twice when we were there, walked the trails, and walked down the street to watch the sunset over the water too. Being 1.5 miles from town allowed us to relax, then go into town when we wanted.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Wow! We love this 5-Star Review Marcus. It looks like you had an amazing Northern Michigan Getaway. Thank you for choosing our Up North Retreat Home. We hope to see you next season. Sincerely, The Staff at Northern Michigan Escapes

Awesome Location

Great location - kids loved the walk to the beach, the numerous trails and the frisbee golf! Took a bit to figure out the TV but got it to work. Not sure why a room would still have a VCR in it.... GREAT STAY!
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you Brian for the 5-Star Review! We love that the family enjoyed the beach and trails! We hope to see you next season! Sincerely, The Staff at Northern Michigan Escapes

Home Away From Home

Perfect little family retreat. Great location!!!! Not to far a drive from the city bustle, and right next to a beautiful forested beach and dunes. The kids had a great time exploring outside. They also enjoyed all the board games inside. Very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. House had most of the amenities we needed. Shower was walk in. Our family may have done better with a bath tub if we were staying longer, one thing to consider with little kids, babies. The beds were springs which we haven’t slept on in awhile and were kind of hard to adjust to, not the coziest. Outside deck and yard were a good size, a few large holes on the hill may want to be wary of, especially if your kids like running up and down hills! Overall we loved it.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Oh we are so glad to hear that Up North Retreat was the perfect family retreat for you! Also so great to hear the kids thoroughly enjoyed the experience - as this home is made to be filled with love and laughter and happy memories to be made! We would love to have you stay with us again should the opportunity arise! -The Northern Michigan Escapes Team

Bright and sunny

Review by Kathleen E.
We had a great time during our 3 nights here. It was a short walk to the beach at the end of the road and about a 10-15 minute walk through the park to the big beach and sand dunes. The cottage was very comfortable. The wifi was occasionally good but it repeatedly dropped off while we tried to use it. The firepit was great, but the chairs near it were wobbly.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Kathleen thank you for your review and feedback. We are so glad that you had a great time, and enjoyed the location and the home. We are sorry that the Wifi was spotty! Thank you for letting us know about the chairs as well. We will definitely check those out and have them fixed. We would love the opportunity to help you with future getaways up north! Please bookmark our website. Jodi, Northern Michigan Escapes.

adequate house, great location

Review by Scott D.
Overall we enjoyed our stay and would rent this house again. It is an older house and shows its age, both inside and out. Single bathroom is somewhat small and narrow. The best feature is its location directly across street from nature preserve with trails and path leading to nearby Lake Michigan. There is also a nice resting area at the end of the dead end street with two benches.
4 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Hello Scott - Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and provide us with your feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that they location of this house across the street from Mt. McSauba worked out so well. We would love to help you with a return stay so please be sure to contact Northern Michigan Escapes when you are ready to reserve! Sincerely, Rachel Walsh and the NME Team

Great experience

Review by Craig D.
Our family had a wonderful time.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Craig, I am so glad you were able to soend quality time with your family at this great home. It is so close to the sand dunes and has an awesome fire pit. I hope you look to us next year when you are planing your summer get away. Terri,NME

Awesome property

The property on Mcsauba was amazing. We used the large property and fire pit, and love to be in walking distance from trails and Lake Michigan. Plenty of room to park our boat and trailer. Kitchen and bedrooms were nice.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Seth- I am so glad that you loved this house. As you said it is in a perfect location to enjoy the sand dunes of Lake Michigan and all beauty Charlevoix has to offer. Terri,NME

Peaceful getaway!

Review by Mary S.
We really enjoyed our stay in this cute little house. It was the perfect size for our family of four. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. The beach view at the end of the road offered a great place for some mediation time, while the dunes beach- just about 7 minutes walk to the water- was great for family time. The downtown of Charlevoix was easily accessible for jet ski rentals and evening dinners. We opened the windows and french doors and used the ceiling fan, and we didn't miss the air conditioning. We would definitely stay here again!
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a great review! So happy that you enjoyed your vacation! I agree, this is one of my favorite locations! So very close to a great park and beach, yet close enough to enjoy downtown as well! Look forward to working with you next year as your plan your next vacation in Northern Michigan! Ruth Michelz~ Portfolio Asset Manager, Charlevoix - Northern Michigan Escapes

McSauba Cottage

We enjoyed our stay in beautiful CHX! The cottage on Mt. McSauba Rd. was terrific. It is nestled in a peaceful location, just steps from the woods, sand dunes, and Lake Michigan beach access. Our teenagers liked biking into town daily and having bonfires at night. Ruth (Northern Mich. Escapes) met us at the house and showed us everything we needed to know. She was very responsive.
5 out of 5 stars
Manager Response:
I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay in Charlevoix! I agree with you, this is a beautiful, peaceful location!! Please think of us the next time you are planning your next vacation up North! Ruth Michelz, Portfolio Asset Manager - Northern Michigan Escapes
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