With a stay at this apartment in Petoskey, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Bear River Park. .This apartment is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bear River and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Petoskey Bayfront Light Beacon Station.
McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Odawa Casino - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Mackinaw Trail Winery - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
Crooked Tree Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Wendy's - 12 min walk
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Burger King - 14 min walk
The Back Lot Beer Garden - 9 min walk
Southwoods Pub and Grill - 2 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views.
Charming 880 sq ft apartment with dramatic sunlight and complimented with a 450 sq ft bluestone terrace and grilling patio located in downtown Petoskey. Lake view breakfast nook with sliding door leading to large 200 sq ft furnished balcony that comfortably seats 6 overlooks beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Gracious living area with hardwood floors throughout. Bath with extra large shower and marble floor. Bedroom has a king bed with top of the line linens for your best night's sleep. All the things you would expect for a 5 star rental. 0.4 mile walk to downtown Petoskey. Little Traverse Wheelway and the Petoskey Waterfront are just around the corner.
Please review our other VRBO listing with all 5 star reviews https://www.vrbo.com/2105831?unitId=2670364
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Diana Guiney
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 885 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Downtown 2nd Floor Apartment with Dramatic Lake Views. Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kristin G.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Upscale apartment -- loved the dedicated parking space -- very convenient to shops/restaurants in Petosky -- yes, there is a busy street in front, but bedroom is in the back & no trouble sleeping. A wonderful oasis.
Kristin G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christina T., Davidson
5 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I loved staying at Upstairs at the Lake! It’s an immaculate property, thoughtfully decorated with a comfortable king bed and very conveniently located. There is a bit of road noise but it didn’t bother us. Loved relaxing on the porch at the end of each day, enjoying the views of Lake Michigan. Easy and helpful communication with Diana. Would definitely stay here again!
Christina T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris D.
31 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our family truly enjoyed our stay in this apartment—it made the perfect home base for our first trip to Northern Michigan. The unit is beautifully finished and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed. The only downsides were its location on a busy road and the sleeping arrangements: while it’s listed for four guests, there’s only one king bed and no pull-out sofa.
Chris D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Judi F.
23 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This is a Beautiful, well maintained property! Close to downtown shopping and the shore. Plenty of books for any tired feet or a rainy day and of course a TV which includes premium channels. I rate this a 5 star.
Judi F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christopher L.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful decor, close to everything!
We loved our stay. The apartment is well appointed and beautifully decorated, and the location is ideal - close to downtown Petosky, and steps form the lake and the Little Travers Wheel Way. I would recommend this property.
Christopher L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ellen M.
11 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great find!
My husband and I stayed here for our first visit to Petoskey. We arrived late afternoon and unloaded our things and headed into town on foot. Within 7-10 minutes we were seated at a lovely restaurant.The location is perfect as it’s just a short walk into town; a block and a half to the bike rental; and steps to the bike path and trail that runs along the lake, marina and into town.We found the accommodations very comfortable and impeccably clean. Diana was always quickly responsive when I reached out with questions. We can’t wait to return to Petoskey and would not hesitate to stay here again!
Ellen M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynn M., Atlanta GA
8 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Petoskey treasure
My husband and I enjoyed our stay in this beautifully decorated and well equipped unit. Diana was lovely to work with and available to us if we needed anything. We would highly recommend this apartment!
Lynn M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael C., Dataw Island, SC
11 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully Appointed
Small but has everything a couple could want in a short stay property. Beautifully decorated and excellent customer service by property manager. Right on US 131 so expect some road noise but it did not bother us.
Michael C.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Barb J.
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Apartment
This is a beautifully done space. Everything is executed to perfection. It is spacious and very comfortable. It is conveniently located near downtown and the Wheelway. The host was very friendly and accommodating. The house is, however, on a main road and the traffic can be loud much of the time. But overall I had a wonderful stay and would enthusiastically recommend.
The upstairs apartment was definitely as advertised. Its located above the office of a custom home builder/restorer which is clearly the owner as evident by the creativity and new/cleanliness of all the fixtures. The road noise was inconsequential (we noticed someone else mmentioned it in a prior review though it was negligible). About a 5 min walk from downtown, we would definitely stay again.
Jordan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jamie K., Sunny South Florida
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely well appointed accommodations.
Architectural enthusiasts will love all the attention to detail and design in this perfectly appointed space. Easy walk into downtown and over to the Little Traverse Bayfront parks. We love Petoskey and this space is a gem -)
Jamie K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karin M.
16 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Apartment!
The apartment is very clean and beautifully decorated. It had everything we needed and was in a very good location. It was perfect for our long weekend in Petoskey; a great home base for visiting the entire area.
Karin M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt V.
10 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Up North getaway
Diana was great to work with and the location is close to town and the great restaurants and stores.
Matt V.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Florian F.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little home
We very much enjoyed the place, the upscale and amenities. We felt very much at home. The check-in process was very easy and we made use of the patio. The place is a short walk to the sunset pier and a little bit further into town (we ended up driving as parking was ample). The one thing we would have wished was a little less road noise / traffic in front of the place which started early in the morning and late into the evening.
Florian F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tamara A.
11 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
Lovely little bungalow, perfect for two. Cozy yet roomy with everything we needed for our stay. Enjoyed the view of the lake from the back patio. Nice walk to the pier, marina and town.
Tamara A.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Neal C.
27 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Petoskey Getaway
We really can't say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay in Petoskey! From the lovely welcome basket upon arrival to the beautiful accommodations and kind host and hostess, we felt at home from the start! The modern design and decor of the apartment is fitting for an upscale apartment in northern Michigan. Everything from the bed linens to the bathroom towels and kitchenware were all top of the line and high quality. Special touches in every room make the apartment warm and inviting. The proximity to town allowed us to easily walk there using the backstairs to the waterfront through Bayfront Park! The Little Petoskey Wheelway is also just at the bottom of the stairs! We enjoyed dinners in town, but also getting to use the brand new grill on the downstairs garden patio! Relaxing on the upstairs patio with the view of the bay was a daily treat! The natural light in the apartment makes it feel like home! It was the nicest place to stay on our best vacation yet!
Neal C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donald M.
18 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Petoskey Apartment
Perfect apartment near downtown Petoskey. Location is close to downtown Petoskey the views of lake and sunset were amazing. Would recommend this place!!!
Stayed July 23
Donald M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alison S.
6 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
A perfect apartment in Petoskey. Lovely and beautiful. And the view is gorgeous!