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Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills

Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Nestled in the heart of a 30-acre Gentlemen's ranch, this guest house boasts warm natural wood interiors and beautiful artwork. Enjoy panoramic valley and hill views while unwinding by the firepit or exploring trails on horseback or bike. Modern amenities like WiFi, satellite TV with multiple movie channels are also available.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills

This guest house is at the center of our 30 acre Gentlemen's ranch, one mile south of Suttons Bay and 1/2 mile from the Bay. The address for our location is 1624 South West Bayshore Drive (which is M-22), Suttons Bay While there is not a water view unless you are on top one of our hills, the setting is an idyllic location with panoramic valley and hill views. This house has a warm natural all wood interior with beautiful artwork, yet all the modern amenities such as wifi and satellite TV with multiple movie channels.
The grounds are professionally landscaped and maintained by the Landscape Architect owner.
There is a large open area that includes a wrap-around leather couch and a loft with two beds along with a separate bedroom with a queen-size bed with an exceptional quality mattress. It is important to note that the only access to the loft is a straight up and down ladder. Because of this if you have kids younger than five or adults older than 40 or so (depending how spry you feel) the loft is probably not for you.
There is plenty of room to park any toys (campers, boats, trailers) right on the property. The owners have a 26 foot motorboat and other water toys, so arrangements could be made for their use. If there is a need to stall your horses, or if you want to ride a horse or two, those arrangements can be made as well.
On the property is a large barn, a small barn (both for horses) along with indoor and outdoor riding arenas. Attached to the indoor riding arena is a viewing area with a pool table, bathroom and laundry.
At night, there is a firepit area to warm up on the cold Northern Michigan nights and we are far enough away from any city so that the panoramic star views are incredible.
We are only 1/2 mile away from the Suttons Bay to Traverse City trail and you could ride bikes/horses snowshoe/hike/cross-country ski in any direction from here and see wonderful water vistas and orchard/hill/valley views.
We are 30 minutes away from the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and the Homestead Resort that has skiing with hills that border on Lake Michigan.





Keywords: Northern Michigan, Suttons Bay, Horse Farm boarding (weekly/monthly) Indoor and Outdoor Riding Arenas, riding trials, Sailing/Power-boat excursions available

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Sorry we have guests with allergies.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The loft is suitable for children over 5

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage Rolling Hills House
Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage Rolling Hills Suttons Bay
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Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills

About the area

Located in Suttons Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area. Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Lakes Children's Museum and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Suttons Bay travel guide
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Suttons Bay, MI

What's nearby

  • Leelanau Cheese Company
    2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Black Star Farms
    3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Nathaniel Rose Wine
    6 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Leelanau Sands Casino
    7 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Ciccone Vineyard and Winery
    8 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hop Lot Brewing Company
    2 min drive
  • Big Dex's Pizzeria
    8 min drive
  • Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse
    9 min drive
  • VI Grill
    2 min drive
  • Bisto Polaris
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Leelanau Cheese Company and Black Star Farms. The Leelanau Club at Bahle Farms and bigLITTLE Wines are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Charming Horse Farm Country Cottage on Rolling Hills Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 239 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 239 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! Debbie was extremely welcoming and helpful and even introduced us to her beautiful horses. The barn cats were even friendly! The guest house was clean and had everything we needed. Debbie also gave us some wonderful recommendations on where to go to make our exchange student’s first trip up north a memorable one. Thank you so much and I really hope to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful working horse farm with a great guest cottage and gorgeous grounds. The cottage has one bedroom but also has a loft with two beds for the younger generation. Host/Hostess were most accommodating, friendly, and happy to answer all questions. Location is very close to the village limits of Suttons Bay on M 22 and we had an easy ride to the Suttons Bay/Traverse City bike trail, which was paved and relatively flat the entire distance (15 miles). There was also easy access to nearby golf. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and quaint little towns such as Leland, Glen Arbor & Empire.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We totally enjoyed our stay. The home was clean and comfortable. Beds were great. We would definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L., Clio,Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect guest home in Suttons Bay!

Took a girls trip with two friends and we had the best time here. Great location, friendly hosts, fantastic guest house, and beautiful property. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice

Beautiful property, and wonderful hosts. We enjoyed the scenery, privacy and comfort of this lovely place. The horses and friendly dog and barn cats were a real bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James and Linda G., Port Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Awesome Stay!

A beautiful property in a great location. The cottage was cozy, very clean and comfortable. A peaceful setting that was in an ideal location to see the entire area. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return visitors

Always enjoy our time at this cottage. Such a great place to stay while in the area. Peaceful and relaxing. Great hosts and love seeing the horses.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exponential

Jeff and Deb Were very pleasant and helpful with recommendations for dining and Area attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

konkite

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful week

Owners very friendly and helpful. Beautiful property. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ebony G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We loved this property. Very clean and peaceful and so close to everything we wanted to do on the Leelanau Peninsula. We were within easy biking distance of downtown Suttons Bay and several nearby wineries. It's also only a 15 minute drive from Traverse City so we had the best of both worlds.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place to stay

This location is perfect for going to all of the locations in Leelanau and Traverse City. It is very laid back and enjoyable. Remember to say hi to Squeakers if you decided to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming is the right word!

Very cozy, comfortable cottage on gorgeous property. (Lots of hooks, hangers, shelf space in the bedrooom, bathroom too)The owners are terrific, and we loved meeting the horses! It is a great location: very close to shopping, multiple wineries, Fishtown, State Park. Thank you for a great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

We stayed here for our wedding weekend and couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. It was in the perfect location close to everything we wanted to see. The place was just as advertised. Debbie and Jeff were great to work with and very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K., Wyandotte, Mi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, quiet and quaint

We had a restful stay at Debbie and Jeff’s place. I really enjoyed watching their horses. Their guesthouse is conveniently located close to wineries, hiking, Sutton’s Bay restaurants and shops and Traverse City. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect on property cottage

We had an easy experience from check in to personal encounters with the home owners to check out. It was effortless. The relaxed environment enhanced our experience and made it easy to explore early mornings and into late evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Getaway

Perfect place for couples. Roomy living area and cozy kitchen/eating area. The bed was quite comfortable. It was quiet and peaceful outside. Just a short distance to Suttons Bay and Traverse City. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Horse ranch guest cottage

Sweet property, very beautiful and relaxing. Nothing to cook with!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Cozy guest house, 2 minutes.from town.

The guest house was perfect for two people. It was a quick 2 minute drive to town. We hadnt gotten any instructions for entry to the guesthouse since the owners were away, but the horse care takers were so nice and friendly, they showed us around and got us settled in. We loved the horses and the cats. And we had the most beautiful view of the Northern lights the 1st night. We would love to stay again. ininstructionson entry gotten any instructions o entry but
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David P., Wayland Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty property

The property was lovely. The patio with gas fireplace was a plus. The amenities in home were sufficient. The hosts were lovely to chat with. Unfortunately for we three ladies in our 60’s, we did not use the loft to sleep in. We didn’t feel comfortable using the ladder that goes into the loft as it is straight up the wall and having to use potty in middle if the night would have been difficult. Might be fun for children or younger adults. But it was a really cute lovely place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Early fall in northern Michigan

We had a great time at this location. It was easy to find, right on the main road along Grand Traverse Bay. The property is a working horse farm and landscape business, so there is equipment and plants around. Beautiful horses grazing in the fields is a plus. The guest house is a beautifully rustic northern Michigan retreat. Lots of wood in all rooms. The loft was somewhat difficult to get to, by way of a ladder, straight up the wall. My only complaint would be with the shower. It had low water pressure and was lukewarm. Overall, it is a great property and we will consider it as a place to stay on a future visit to the Leelanau area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The guest cottage was very relaxing, cozy and in pristine condition. Deb and Jeff very hospitable and friendly, The cottage was delightful and the property with the beautiful horses were amazing. It was very close to Suttons Bay which made it easy to shop and dine. We would love to go back. It was heavenly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul and Teresa H., Oak Hill, VA (northern Virginia)

A great place to stay for a week or a weekend

We recently returned from a week at Debbie and Jeff's cottage on their farm near the village at Sutton's Bay. It is in a quiet and picturesque location behind the main house and shares a back yard with a fountain and grill with the residence. Pastures and the horse barn are behind the cottage. We counted about a dozen horses on the property. The cottage is very well appointed with a large L shaped leather sofa, easy chair, writing desk and TV equipped with cable in the sitting area. The kitchenette is against a back wall. Track lighting, some of which is controlled by a rheostat, illuminates the kitchenette and living area.The bedroom and bath are through a door in the rear of the cottage. The bed was very comfortable. We were there for a family reunion in Northport, and my brother and sister-in-law occupied the bed in the loft for two nights. The access is up a ladder against the wall that goes straight up. It helps to be in decent condition to make the climb. This is a quibble, however, and we are glad the extra bed in the loft exists. Whoever did the design and renovation of the building did an excellent job. We needed extra refrigerator space because of food prepared for the reunion, and Jeff made available the refrigerator in the spectator area of the horses barn. Both Jeff and Debbie were very attentive to any needs we expressed. We walked to Sutton's Bay one morning, and found the best route is to cross the M-22 by Northern Building supply and follow the road down the drive along the lake shore. If you like burgers and locally brewed beer in a picnic/beer garden setting, stop at the Hop Lot. on M-22 just before town. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay Beautiful location Owner was super kind Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

London S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing stay. Hosts were incredible and everything was gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025