Petoskey is a year-round vacation destination in Michigan. In this city, you can indulge in refreshing water activities, have fun riding a bike along the trails, and watch natural sights. You can also catch a glimpse of the picturesque sunsets in Bayfront Park. If you are a wine connoisseur, you’ll surely love the refined wine tasting experience on the vineyards. And adventure lovers can enjoy hiking and skiing in places like North Western State Trail, Bear River Valley Recreation Area, and Petoskey Winter Sports Park. Whitewater rafting and fishing are other activities that you can try. This place is full of fun recreational activities, and it has lots of comfy vacation homes to relax in after a busy day. Check out our list of the best vacation rentals in Petoskey, Michigan.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on July 17, 2022.
1. Home-like cottage with a fireplace (from USD 421)
This home-like cottage has a porch and a fireplace. It also has a backyard lawn with barbecue equipment and reclining chairs. The property is built on a 2400-sq ft (222.97-sq m) area. Inside, the house has a fireplace, wooden floors, and large windows, which admit sunlight into the house. The house is furnished with amenities like two refrigerators, a toaster, a blender, a coffee maker, an ironing board, and an iron.
The stay allows quick access to Petoskey State Park and Boyne Highlands Resort. The waterfront is also just a stroll away. You can also enjoy various activities like skiing, sledding, and ice skating in the winters or swimming, boating, and golf in the summers.
Top guest reviews
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the house is very cozy and nice with rooms set up that would nicely suite two familiesthe attic room was a pleasant surpriseCleanliness:
clean spacious comfy beds great neighborhoodclean just as pictured right by down townthe property was clean spacious and in a good locationHost:
issues that we asked stephanie about met with an immediate and helpful responseRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great walking distance from downtown petoskeythe location of the property is fantasticloved the house and locationbeing close to town and the river gave us lots of options for family friendly activities
2. House with pleasant sunset views (from USD 395)
This house comes with a pleasant view of Little Traverse Bay and Petoskey Lighthouse right from the bedroom window. The three-bedroom property hosts a posh kitchen, equipped with silverware and glass utensils. There is an open-plan kitchen and dining area.
The property has a private deck attached to the bedroom, set up with a coffee table and chairs, where you can enjoy a beautiful sunset. Additionally, there is a ground-floor deck with a swing and chairs. This house also has an outdoor garden. For things to do, you can explore the shops and biking paths that are close by.
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living room was inviting with comfortable furniture and beautiful viewsthe cottage is clean and cozy and charming with all the amenities of homevery roomy comfortable open common living areaCleanliness:
cottage was clean and well appointedloved our stay at this very clean pet friendly cottageHost:
the hosts really went the extra mile to make us feel welcomedRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk to town - excellent locationwonderful location for biking fishing and shoppingthe location is perfect walking distance to bayfront park downtown bike rental and marinait was ideally situated close to the lake and very convenient to downtown shops and restaurantsthis house is quaint and charming with a great location in downtown petoskey
3. Two-floor house with lake views (from USD 381)
Just a few steps from the waters of Lake Michigan is this two-bedroom property with two floors. The ground floor has an open-plan living and dining area. The upper floor is ideal for couples, and it has a patio.
The property has a lake-facing deck with gorgeous views. It is also close to the sandy beach and biking path. Charlevoix and Harbor Springs are only a short ride away, and Odawa Casino is 1.9 mi (3 km) away from the stay.
Top guest reviews
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the house itself was very clean and nicely decoratedit’s clean inside well stocked and spaciousHost:
the owners were good to work withowners are very nice and helpfulthe owners were excellent to communicate with about any need that came upRead more reviewsLocation:
location is truly ideala very welcome break location was magicalthe break wall and bayfront park are just a short walk to enjoy beautiful sunsetswe loved the house and the location it was close to everything (downtown restaurants and the lake)the location was great and the property was we’ll stocked and suited our needs just right
4. Home with scenic views of Little Traverse Bay (from USD 300)
This home-like property offers scenic views of Little Traverse Bay. Located in Downtown Petoskey, the stay provides easy access to restaurants and shops. And, it is less than 2 mi (3.2 km) from Odawa Casino.
In this two-bedroom property, you can enjoy a good barbecue on the terrace. Linens are also provided to the guests.
5. Pet-friendly stay near downtown (from USD 199)
If you’re looking for a pet-friendly stay, this is an ideal property. Just a stroll away from downtown, the place has easy access to restaurants and commercial areas.
This two-bedroom property has complete air conditioning, internet access, and a fully equipped kitchen, including glassware. There is also a patio in the partially fenced backyard, with beach chairs and a barbecue facility. Guests can ride the on-site bikes to the nature trails.
Top guest reviews
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new furniture & all the rooms are as comfortable as they can beCleanliness:
it was very clean and comfortablethe home was clean and had everything you would needthe home was clean beautiful well furnished and stockedwe would highly recommend this property to anyone who wants an extremely clean property that is well furnishedthe property was very clean and well equipped with thoughtful amenitiesHost:
the owners are amazing people who make sure that you have more than you needowners were very nice to work withRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location in petoskey neighborhoodexcellent location - easy walk from town restaurants shopping lakewalking distance to downtown lovely homesthis was a very nice house in a great location to downtown petoskeyquiet very clean and walking distance to downtown and bear river rec area
6. Two-bedroom Victorian-style house (from USD 255)
This property is a Victorian-style house with two units. Overall, it has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. There is also a nice patio in the backyard, with a gas grill. The property offers easy access to the Petoskey pier and beach, where you can witness striking views of the sunset. Petoskey State Park is at a distance of 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from here. And, you can also explore nearby Little Traverse Wheelway while you are here.
Top guest reviews
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we loved this charming cottage - very clean and comfortablevery clean and convenient really enjoyed our stay herevery clean great location and owner very responsive and pleasantthe house was super cute and cleanthe property was very clean and had everyone needed great location tooHost:
and the owner was good to work witheverything was perfect nancy was a wonderful host all along the waythe owner was very good to work with and made the process very easynancy is well organized welcoming and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
we enjoyed walking to downtown petoskey and shoppingwe have loved this place and the locationvery easy walk to town and to the waterbeautiful older home close to everythinggreat location close to everything downtown petoskey and the shoreline; very walkable
7. Quiet home in Downtown Petoskey (from USD 440)
Although this two-bedroom property is in the heart of Downtown Petoskey, it is set in a quiet area. It is close to the waterfront and nature trails, and it is 3.1 mi (5 km) away from Petoskey State Park.
The house is fully furnished, with a TV, sofa, dining area, and a bed, and it has a spacious hall. The kitchen is also fully fitted, so you can have a comfortable stay. You will also find a parking area just behind the building.
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better view of the bay and plenty of spacious roombeds were comfy and petosky is a fun place to visitit also has huge common areas and bathroomsCleanliness:
extremely clean first class all the way aroundit was sparkling clean well equipped and we had plenty of spacethe hosts were wonderful and everything was clean and freshHost:
paul is a wonderful hostowner was very straightforward and honestthe owner was so nice and helpful when i had questions after check inhosts were great to deal witheasy parking and the owner was greatRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location in the heart of downtownit was the perfect location for our familyit’s in an amazing locationgreat location to enjoy beautiful petoskey and the lakeit’s within walking distance of everything we loved this unique property and would definitely book here again
8. Cozy apartment near Lake Michigan (from USD 265)
This two-bedroom property is well-situated, within a quick walk from Little Traverse Bay and Bayfront Park. With the convenient location of this stay, near the coast of Lake Michigan, you can enjoy watching sunsets, riding bikes, fishing, and boating.
It has comfortable home-like amenities. The kitchen is equipped with utilities, and the bathroom has a bathtub. You also get free parking during your stay.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
very clean very quite and cozythe kitchen is fulled stocked tons of nice fluffy towels and clean & comfy bedsvery clean and well equipped everything was as it should bea very clean and nicely decorated apartment in the heart of beautiful downtown petoskeyvery clean updated and had most things that we needed to make it home for the weekendHost:
thank you to the ownershosts were very helpful and responded quickly on check in and checkouteasy walk to restaurants pubs and shoppingwonderful experience great location clean updated accommodations and helpful hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location if ever in area again will love to stay here againpetoskey is a great location for exploring n michiganterrific location perfect little getaway for usgreat location in downtown easy to get to shops and the marianaloved this apartment in downtown petoskey it was beautiful comfortable and well located
9. Vacation home with backyard (from USD 237)
This beautiful vacation house comes with a garden with a fireplace. It is situated in a quiet residential area. Inside, it has window-type air conditioning units, wooden flooring, and an open-plan dining area. The kitchen has access to a balcony, where you will find a seating area. The three-bedroom property has two sections, with a shared entrance and a shared deck in the backyard.
Downtown Petoskey is a short walk away from the stay. Restaurants, shops, beaches, ski resorts, and bike trails are also easily accessible from here.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the unit is clean and well stocked with essentialsthe property was very clean and had everything you could wanteverything you need clean and comfortablethe unit is very clean well kept and fully stockedreally clean great communication and walking distance to all of downtown petoskeyHost:
the property owner is very nice as wellshe stopped by one evening to say hello and was very kind and helpfulthe owner gave us all the information we needed and was very nicesuper host who called immediately to take care of a very small issueshe was also helpful with tips on what to see and what to doRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatthe location was perfect close to so many restaurants and downtown shoppingwe love the place and the locationthe street the property is on is very quiet and super convienient to downtown petoskeyclean property walking distance to downtown friendly property manager
10. Condo next to the waterfront (from USD 245)
This condo is built on the second floor of an apartment building. It has hickory wood flooring, and the well-equipped kitchen has a granite counter. There is also a separate laundry room.
This two-bedroom property is adjacent to the waterfront, so you will have quick access to the lake. Nearby, you can also find great restaurants, coffee shops, bookstores, and breweries.
Top guest reviews
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the view from the apartment is amazing would definitely stay there againwe love breakfast at toast and roast and skiing at boyne and nubs knob during the daythe apartment was very clean and had an excellent view of the bayCleanliness:
nicely set up very clean just as advertisedit is quite big well-stocked clean and decorated beautifullyperfect apartment- well appointed clean spacious great locationwe had a wonderful time the property was clean and convenientthe apartment was very tidy and well stockedHost:
owner was super about everythingkaye was responsive to any questions we had check in/out was a breezeRead more reviewsLocation:
great property and great locationsuch a perfect location in downtown petoskey we will definitely be backwe loved the property - the location was great and the apartment was charmingawesome place to stay in downtown petoskeyclean comfy and cute property absolutely perfect location and owner is great to work with we’ll be back
Plan a trip to Petoskey and enjoy a wonderful holiday
Petoskey offers one of the best vacation spots in the US. This small city offers a beautiful waterfront, and you can truly appreciate this by staying in a vacation property with great views of the lake. For the ideal holiday home, book a stay in a cozy cabin or choose one of these best vacation rentals in Petoskey, Michigan, listed above.
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