Beaver Island Chamber of Commerce

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P.O. Box 5
Beaver Island, MI 49782
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Homes & Cottages to Rent

ACKERMANN'S MOONBOUNCE BAY
Two year old home with sand beach on Beaver Island's East Side. 4 Bedroom, 2 ½ bath. $1075/week. See www.febo.com/moonbounce_bay for more details, call (937) 445-2966, or email jra@febo.com View Web Site  E-mail 

ALLEN/FOGG—COTTAGE RENTALS
Three Harbor locations to suite your every need.
#1. "ALLEN HARBOR HOUSE"— watch the yachts and sailboats as you swim the sandy beach in front of your own Island Paradise with a panoramic view of the lake. Sleeps 8, 3 baths.
#2. "SHORTY'S PLACE" — snuggle in front of the stone fireplace and watch the sunsets reflecting on the boats on the Harbor. Sleeps 6, 2 baths
#3."7 PINES" — just off the main street nestled in the trees with lots of privacy, yet a 5 minute walk to Dalwhinnie's for your morning coffee. Sleeps 6, 1.5 baths, PET FRIENDLY.
Each COTTAGE has recently been remodeled. View website for more information and pictures. View Web Site  E-mail 

ALLURE OF THE PINES
Allure of the Pines is six years old and located on Font Lake. The kitchen and dining area, encased by large windows, overlook Font Lake and the sound of Beaver Island loons can be heard from the deck. This is a four bedroom home, two bedrooms on the upper level with queen beds, and 2 bedrooms downstairs, one queen and one set of bunks. Both levels open unto the lake. Allure sleeps eight. It has a full kitchen with dishwasher, washer and dryer and screened-in porch. It is about a mile from downtown Beaver Island and close to the shores of Lake Michigan. (231) 448-3195 View Web Page  E-mail 

ANNA'S LITTLE HIDE-A-WAY
Charming waterfront cabin located on Beaver Island's east side on Sand Bay available for weekly rental (summer) or weekend/weekday rentals (off-season). This picturesque retreat includes one bedroom with queen bed and a loft that sleeps 6. There are 2 full baths, a fully-equipped kitchen, washer-dryer, and VCR/DVD players. Indulge yourself in the serene, relaxing strolls on the beach of Sand Bay or unwind on the spacious screened porch viewing the magnificent colors of Lake Michigan. Delight in the spectacular sunrises and the unspoiled surroundings on Beaver Island. Rental is $900 per week (June-Sept.) with lower rates and flexible dates April, May and October. Call Jane Shine at (937) 434-5456 or (937) 304-1088. View Web Page 

AT LEISURE
You can truly put yourself "At Leisure" while staying at this awesome cabin just a short walk from the Whiskey Point Light. This cabin is located on Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Harbor.  It features two bedrooms and sleeps six- one queen size bed and two twin beds plus a sleeper couch. This setting is perfect for kids; has a large yard plus the beach.  Amenities include a charcoal grill, fire pit on the beach, TV/VCR, CD player, washer/dryer, beautiful fieldstone fireplace, iron and ironing board, coffee maker, microwave, full kitchen. (Sorry - no dishwasher.) No smoking or pets.  Linens are provided.  Enjoy spectacular morning vistas on the deck and watch the boats as they enter Paradise Bay. Enjoy the feeling of isolation while staying a short walk from town. On your way to the lighthouse, you can stop at the Toy Museum, buy fresh whitefish at the Beaver Island Fish Market or visit the Maritime Museum. Heading east, it is a short walk to the Gull Harbor Nature Preserve.  Keep your eyes open - you may spot a bald eagle!  Weekly rentals are Sunday to Sunday - June, July and August $800; May and September $700.  Four-day minimum stays can be arranged for the off-season.  Please contact Renee Rosema at (231) 828-4185 or email Rosema455@hotmail.com. View Web Page  E-mail 

BEAVER HARBOR CONDO #3
This cozy two-bedroom condo has most of the amenities you would find in a nicely furnished home, plus it is right in the Harbor, less than a mile from town, and has a newly remodeled bathroom. With a queen size bed in one bedroom and 2 sets of bunk beds in the other, six people can be accommodated. You will also find cable TV, a telephone, microwave oven and a kitchen complete with dishes, silverware and cooking utensils. There are plenty of pillows and blankets so all you need to bring are sheets, pillowcases and towels for the kitchen, bathroom and beach. This is a 'no smoking/no pets' condo. $575.00/week. E-mail Marijean to make your reservation at pikedut@yahoo.com or between May and November you can reach Marijean @ (231) 448.2853. December through April try (231) 740.8551. View Web Page  E-mail 

BIRCH RIDGE RENTALS
Beautiful home and charming cabin on adjoining properties. Each place sleeps six making it a great get-a-way for larger groups or families. (616) 897-8564. View Web Page  E-mail 

BUNKA CABIN
The Bunka Cabin is located in the middle of Sand Bay, the longest eastern bay on historic Beaver Island in the northern waters of Lake Michigan. This cabin was built in the 1950's by two ambitious best of friends and their wives who decided to co-purchase land and build getaway cabins. A lot of laughter, meals, card games, crafts, reading, knitting, story telling, swimming, sunbathing and hunting have echoed in these walls for half a century. The cabin offers a spectacular view with phenomenal sunrises and unique sunsets, peaceful walks on sugar sand beaches... fresh lake breezes...a cool indoor haven when the temperatures rise and a cozy wood-stove for those off season cooler days and nights. Beyond the dunes visible from the kitchen are the sugar sand beaches perfect for making sand castles, easy walking and sunbathing. The water and lake bottom are pristine and stone free. The interspersed sandbars allow a safe and fun environment for children of all ages. Bring masks and snorkels as the clear water is a real treat. The cabin comfortably sleeps 6 with a queen bed and another room with two sets of bunk beds and also offers a day bed and fold out couch/bed in the great room. Rates: $950.00 weekly/deposit $250.00. Partial week and off season rates available Contact: robin@robinleeberry.com or (231) 582-5057 View Web Site  E-mail 

CAMELOT
Camelot is the perfect destination for a relaxing vacation on Font Lake. It is less than two miles from town and sits on a completely private lot with views and access to Font Lake from three directions. This very nicely furnished home sleeps eight, has two full bathrooms, washer and dryer, two televisions with satellite connection, a canoe, and plenty of outdoor furniture on a huge deck facing and only steps away from Font Lake, one of the Island's most scenic inland lakes. Camelot has all of the amenities, and more, of a completely furnished home. All you will need to bring are towels for the kitchen, bath, and beach and the sheets for your beds (one queen size, one double, two twins and a couch which folds out into another double bed). This lovely home rents for $1,000/week during the peak season. For more information or to make your reservation, e-mail Marijean @ pikedut@yahoo.com anytime or between the months of May and November, call (231) 448-2853 and December through April, try (231) 740-8551.  View Web Page  E-mail 

CLAIRE'S SANDCASTLE
Lake Michigan sandy beachfront with a beautiful sunrise view.  Nicely decorated and furnished with 3 bedrooms. Walkout basement with additional sleeping quarters. 3 full bathrooms. Located in the lower third of the Island with excellent nature trails and public lands nearby. Has TV's, VCR, DVD, fax, washer/dryer and a fully-equipped kitchen. Remodeled in 2003. Rates are $1,075 per week. Off-season discount available. Limit of 1 Pet possible on a case-by-case basis with security deposit. (231) 448-2134 or (586) 727-7511View Web Page  E-mail 

CROWN COTTAGE
Lovely new cottage in Port of St. James about 2 miles from town. Sleeps 6. Two bedrooms have a queen bed each and the third has a bunk bed. There is a loft room and two full baths. Has a TV with satellite dish, washer and dryer, plus dish washer. Private beach access to Donegal Bay on Lake Michigan. Winter (941) 366-6493 May thru October (231) 448-2627. View Web Page  E-mail 

THE DALWHINNIE APARTMENTS
Fully furnished apartments featuring: 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, washer/dryer, covered deck overlooking harbor, located above Dalwhinnie Bakery & Deli across the street from St. James Harbor. Bed linens and bath towels provided. Available for year around rental. For weekly or monthly rentals, call Bill or Tammy at (231) 448-2733. View Web Page  E-mail 

DAN'S DEN
Walk to the public beach or restaurants in town. Available by the week in the summer or weekend/weekdays off-season. $800.00 per week summer rates. Off-season rate and monthly rate available. Two bedrooms and loft. Sleeps 6 with full kitchen, two full baths, TV, grill, wrap-around deck, linens and towels supplied, handicap accessible, and pets allowed. Call for reservation or additional information. (231) 448-2907View Web Page  E-mail

DONNA'S PLACE
Waterfront cottage on Lake Michigan on the east side of Beaver Island. Available by the week in the summer or weekend/weekdays off season. One bedroom with queen-size bed, plus pullout couch. Full kitchen and bath, TV-VCR, grill.  Complete privacy. Screened-in tent next to cottage.  Enjoy the water and the woods, year round.  $850 per week in the summer.  Off-season rates. Call (231) 448-2907. View Web Page  E-mail

ED WOJAN REALTY - COTTAGE RENTALS
Two beautiful rental cottages:

    Johnson's Point of View is a newer, secluded 2-story cedar log cabin retreat with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths on Johnson's Point. A large screened-in deck overlooking the water complete with Adirondack chairs, 2 tables with chairs and double sliding glass doors provide truly spectacular sunrises and views of Lake Michigan, Paradise Bay, St. James, and other islands. We still have several prime weeks in 2008 available for Johnson's Point of View: all of June, July 5-12, Aug. 9-23, Aug 30-Sept. 6 & all of Sept. on. $975/wk + tax.

    Sundown Shores is located on the north shore close to Donegal Bay. This cottage is fully equipped: gas grill, washer & dryer, tv, vcr, etc. Weeks currently available before June 28 and after August 23, 2008. $825/wk + tax.

No pets. For reservations at either Johnson's Point of View or Sundown Shores, please call our office btwn 9am-3:30pm M-F. (231) 448-2555. View Web Page  E-mail 


EMERALD ABODE
Classic lakefront home on tranquil location at entrance of Beaver Harbor. 3+ bedrooms/3 baths and over 2,000 s/f of living space to enjoy, newly painted and carpeted. Extensive decks and large sunroom/lounge which features a beautifully crafted "shipwreck-furniture" wetbar offer fantastic views of Lake Michigan and Whiskey Point lLght. Fully equipped kitchen, also full laundry facilities. Lovely lawn area enhances this wonderful setting, close to town. $1,500./week (231) 448-3031, biproperty@gtlakes.com View Web Page  E-mail 

THE FISHERMAN'S HOUSE
The house is located across the street from St. James Harbor on the harbor road. It is a fully restored turn of the century home. Four bedrooms, three rooms with double beds and one room with twin beds, two bathrooms, bed linens and bath towels provided, fully equipped modern kitchen, washer/dryer, TV, enclosed porch, and open deck with grill. Reduced off-season rates. For rentals, please call Bill or Tammy at (231) 448-2733 or 448-2499View Web Page  E-mail 

GLENBEIGH
Glenbeigh is a three bedroom home located on beautiful Sand Bay where the sunrises over Lake Michigan are the best way to start your day. The newly remodeled house has full kitchen, two bathrooms, wrap around deck, grill, washer dryer. Call Skip at (231) 448-2232 or Bill or Tammy at (231) 448-2733. View Web Page  E-mail 

HARBOR HOUSE
Kayaker's dream. Imagine what it would be like to launch your kayak from your own beach into beautiful St. James Harbor: Beaver Island, the Archipelago and some of North America's finest kayaking at your doorstep. Spacious (2750 sq. ft.) home on the shore of the Harbor; sleeps up to 14 comfortably in 3 large bedrooms (1 queen bed and 1 double bed / 2 double beds / 1 queen and 2 twin beds) plus a very large four-season sun room / second living room (double bed); 2 full baths; fully supplied kitchen, open living room and dining room, large deck, fireplace, telephone, washer / dryer, cable TV, DVD, and VCR. Large private lot with 180º views of the Harbor. Ideal for two families vacationing together. $1200 per week in the summer (Memorial Day - Labor Day) and during deer-hunting season; $950 in May and September. Rents Saturday to Saturday. Contact Fran at (216) 225-2791 or franmitchellschaul@gmail.com or Roy at (231) 448-2240 or erinmotel@yahoo.com  View Web Page  E-mail 

HARBOR LIGHTS
A unique log home looking out over Paradise Bay. Enjoy the boat traffic from the huge deck, or sit around the fire pit on the beach. 3 bedrooms with 2 queen size beds, 2 twins. 1 1/2 baths. All the amenities. Spectacular views. $1,100.00 per week. (630) 834-4181 View Web Page  E-mail 

HEAVENLY VIEW
Beautiful fully-furnished cabin located on the East Side of Beaver Island in Big Sand Bay. The wide sandy beach is great for swimming, morning walks, watching the Ferry as it travels to and from Charlevoix every day, seeing beautiful sunrises, or just enjoying the splendor of unspoiled nature. Very private. 320' of pure sand beach with a screened back porch facing Lake Michigan, two picnic tables and a grill, and the front entrance facing the forests. Sleeps 6. Linens and towels provided with the exception of beach towels. Please call (231) 448-2376. View Web Site  E-mail 

THE HERMITAGE
The Hermitage...... A stunning sunset view from the comfortable deck, located on Lake Michigan and surrounded by beautiful woods! A true secluded vacation get away. Near Indian Point at the spectacular north west corner of the island only three miles from town. The Hermitage is ideal for a small family or four adults. Cozy, comfortable cabin with washer, dryer, kitchen appliances. TV, DVD player. Private bedroom with queen bed down. Open loft with queen bed up. No smoking. Well mannered pets may be considered with a damage deposit. Summer rentals by the week ($795/week); daily and lower rates in the spring and fall. Deirdre and Tom Toeller-Novak; (616) 396-6468; (616) 490-3330. View Web Page  E-mail 

ISLAND AERIE
Large rental home, available year-round. Great for multiple families and groups.  Waterfront location overlooking Harbor entrance.   Adjacent to Natural Area, and surrounded by woods. Secluded, yet easy walk or bike ride to town.  Unique barnwood post-&-beam construction.  Large windows to bring in light and the outdoors. 3 full baths, 4 bedrooms. Sleeps 14 in 2 king and 10 twin beds.  Bedroom layout comprised of one bedroom with a king bed and master bathroom (including 2-person shower and Jacuzzi tub) on first floor, a second king bed in a bedroom on the second floor, plus another bedroom on the second floor with two sets of extra-long twin bunk beds, and a third bedroom on the second floor with two sets of extra-long twin bunk beds and a regular twin bed. Another twin bed is located in the third floor loft room.  House is 3 floors, with spacious first and second floor decks facing Lake Michigan. Second-floor TV room with wet bar, DVD/VCR and DishNetwork.  Large fully-outfitted kitchen with breakfast bar and two sinks. All new appliances including dishwasher, washer/dryer and outdoor grill. Bed and bath linens provided.  Clean, well-mannered pets considered. $1600.00 per week, reduced off-season rates. Call Jan and John Terry for details: (989) 866-2159View Web Site  E-mail 

ISLAND VIEW
This lovely private home, with 180 feet of Lake Michigan frontage, sits on the east side of the island just south of Paradise Bay. There is a spectacular view of Lake Michigan and plush woodland from 2 spacious living areas. It has a large, open, fully furnished kitchen with a breakfast bar and dining area. It is tastefully appointed with 3 bedrooms, a large loft, and 2 full bathrooms. The home sleeps 8 people in one queen, two double, two twins, and one bunk. There is a large wrap around deck plus a lake side deck and a hammock to enjoy the panoramic view of Lake Michigan and the surrounding islands. Additional amenities include satellite TV, VCR/DVD, washer/dryer, charcoal grill, and a fire pit. Linens and towels are provided. No smoking or pets. This beautiful home rents weekly June, July, and August for $1200; May and September for $1000. Four day minimum stay can be arranged offseason. Call Joan Kirkwood (616) 784-4334. View Web Page  E-mail 

JUDE'S RENTALS
Pleasantly situated in the heart of it all! Jude's house is nestled among the peaceful nature of Beaver Island in addition to being just walking distance from the harbor, historical museums, shops, restaurants and the beach. Call Jude Martin (231) 448-2673 or (616) 340-5339.  View Web Page  

LAFRENIERE'S PARADISE BAY COTTAGE
Clean, cozy two-bedroom cottage for six on private beach with lovely Harbor view, a short walk to town. Satellite TV, microwave, charcoal grill, two picnic tables and beach fire pit. New living room furniture. $650 weekly. Ask about off-season rates. No pets please. Call (231) 448-3148View Web Page 

THE LAST RESORT
Located about five miles from town on Beaver Island's beautiful Sand Bay, "The Last Resort" is a beachfront cottage with two bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with two sets of bunks. The entrance/laundry room also has one set of bunks. There is a bath and a half, washer/dryer, microwave, TV, VCR, deck overlooking Lake Michigan. Call Bill or Tammy at (231) 448-2733.  View Web Page  E-mail 

LOCH WOOD SHORES
This house is located about four miles from town on the beach of Sand Bay. It has three bedrooms, two with double beds, one with two twin beds, one and a half bath, washer and dryer, full kitchen, gas grill, large deck that you step off onto the beach, gas fireplace, dish TV and VCR/DVD player, and a gorgeous view of Lake Michigan. Reduced off-season rates. For rentals, call Bill or Tammy: (231) 448-2733 or (231) 448-2499. View Web Page  E-mail 

MOONRISE
Beautiful home on Sand Bay. Suitable for 2 families or a large group. The main house consists of a spacious kitchen, dining room, and living room combination that looks out onto Sand Bay.  It is fully equipped with dishes, pots & pans, dishwasher, microwave, TV, VCR/DVD, and satellite dish. It has a wood burning fireplace.  There are two bedrooms with queen beds, two baths, and laundry facilities.  Outside, a screened porch, warm-water shower, Weber BBQ, and a beach-side fire pit. The second floor apartment is fully self-contained with a living room, full kitchen, three bedrooms and a full bath. Two of the bedrooms have queen beds and one has two twin beds.  The living room as well as a deck looks out onto Sand Bay. $1700/week, no pets. Sleeps 10. Lower rates and flexible dates are available in the spring and fall prior to June 15th and after September 15th. Spring and fall pricing: $1500 for the entire house. Please contact Don Tritsch at (231) 448-2178. View Web Page  E-mail 

O'CONNOR's COTTAGE
Nestled along the south shore of St. James Harbor, 1.5 miles from the ferry dock, a completely furnished home is available for your rental enjoyment. In addition to the master bedroom, with views of the woods and Harbor, there is also a guestroom and bunkroom, accommodating eight people. The living and dining area is spacious with fireplace and full-story windows looking onto the harbor. Facilities include an excellently equipped large kitchen, two and one half baths w/showers, sauna, game room and utility room with washer and dryer. Watch great sunrises and sunny days with a beautiful view of Paradise Bay from the large deck. Grill on the deck, hike in the woods, sit around the fire pit on the beach, watching stars and making s'mores, and most of all, enjoy the peace and serenity of Beaver Island. $1,450 per week. The cottage is a pet- and smoke-free environment. For more information please contact Tim or Lu O'Connor at (989) 362-3844View Web Page  E-mail 

SCRIPPS SAND BAY HOMES
Two comfortable newly furnished homes, located on Beaver Island's east side on Sand Bay. Private sand beaches with boardwalks and breathtaking views. Enjoy fabulous sunrises, and relaxing strolls on the sandy shores. Homes have three bedrooms and two baths. Full kitchen, TV, VCR, DVD, washer and dryer. Well behaved pets are welcome. Smoke free. Off season rates are available. Call Mike or Shelly Scripps (231) 855-1759 or (616) 843-5129. View Web Site  E-mail 

SURFWOOD
2 Bedroom, 2 bath cottage for rent on beautiful Sand Bay. Sleeps 6. $925 June-August. $800 off-season. Call Laura (708) 784-9196 or email laura.zender@sbcglobal.net View Web Page E-mail 

WICKLOW WINDS COTTAGE
The perfect summer retreat with beautiful elevated views of Lake Michigan. 205' of sandy beach awaits you at the ultimate beach house. This beautiful 1750 square foot home is located on Wicklow Beach on the east side of Beaver Island. This vacation home features three bedrooms, two full baths, living room w/ cathedral ceiling and brick fireplace, utility room with washer/dryer, spacious kitchen with eating area and snack bar and a sunny three-season room. A lakeside master bedroom w/queen-size bed and access to deck, a second bedroom with two full beds and a third bedroom with two sets of bunk beds and one full bed easily accommodate up to ten guests. The large deck provides breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and early morning sunrises. Added features include: modern appliances, gas grill, and two televisions w/VCRs. This beautiful home is offered at $1350 per week from June 14-September 10. Off-season rates are $950 per week.  For information contact Keith & Patti (616) 846-9683 or Kevin & Laurie (269) 795-9144. View Web Page  E-mail 

WILDERNESS RETREAT
RETREAT: a place affording peace, quiet, privacy, and security.  You will find all that and more in this newly constructed home! Our generously equipped, cozy, 3 bedroom, 2 bath cabin, sleeps 6 and is situated on a secluded wooded lot offering privacy, convenience and is within walking distance of public beaches. Only $550 per week gets you this wonderful setting for a romantic get-a-way for two, or a fun-filled outing with the whole family. See our website @ www.uncommoncastles.com for more details and availability or email us @ tmmooney3@cox.net or call and ask for Terry or Linda @ 480.704.4471 to reserve your slice of paradise today. View Web Site  E-mail 

WINDWOOD COTTAGE RENTAL
Built in 1998, Windwood cottage is one of the finest in comfort, seclusion and privacy that Beaver Island has to offer. Located directly on Lake Michigan on Indian Point, this 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom, year-round home is comfortably furnished and appointed with original art, artifacts and amenities (gas grill, kayak, canoe, sunfish, 6 bikes, laundry.) Watch a brilliant summer sunset from the small deck at the lakeside, or relax into the evening on the screened-in porch running the full front length of the home. Nap in the hammock strung in the trees near the shore, or enjoy a bonfire or beachcombing on the rocky shore. Located in the Port St. James Association just 3 miles from town, vacationers can use the private Donegal Beach Park and its mile-long sandy beach for an afternoon of swimming or picnicking at the pavilion. From the gourmet kitchen with terra cotta tile floors and oriental rugs to the private outdoor shower, your family will enjoy up-north living in fine style. $1,500 per week June - August, $175/night with 3 night minimum during September-May. No smoking and no pets (616) 977-3357 or (616) 458-9662. View Web Page  E-mail 


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