Famous Mushroom House, Earl Young’s Personal Residence overlooking Lake MI! | House in Charlevoix
3 Bedroom House in Charlevoix
Built on a knoll that inspired its design sits a house of stone overlooking Lake Michigan, its architect Earl Young called it home for over 30 years. Earl Young designed and built this mushroom house for his own family and he chose the best spot in Charlevoix to do so! On the peak of town across from Lake Michigan, you feel like you’re at a private retreat on your back deck up two stories high. You can see the sky changing colors from the front windows and hear the lake rolling too. This home is a perfectly situated work of art, a living museum. Single floor layout with two fireplaces and 3 full baths, Earl Young’s glass dining room table, original layout and tile work. A perfect escape! A home unlike any other, magical and inspiring, one of the greatest houses in Michigan if not the country.
Across the street from Lake Michigan Beach with the famous red lighthouse where you can walk everywhere!!! Boutiques, restaurants and bars are all only a couple blocks walk. Parks are close by at the beach and library. Completely ideal setting.
We offer our guests all that you need during your stay to make it as relaxing and worry-free as possible. Fully equipped kitchen, new linens, beach towels, towels, paper towel, toilet paper, laundry detergent, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, Samsung Frame smart television connects you to your Netflix account, Spectrum cable television, Sonos, WiFi, a huge fireplace framed in gorgeous stone makes it feel like a fairy tale. You won’t want to leave the peaceful scene of Lake Michigan right out the large front window!
The house is so interesting - it’s a U shape. The twin bedroom is at one end of the U and the other two bedrooms at the opposite end of the house. In fact, to get to the king bedroom one must walk through the side of the queen bedroom which also serves as a hallway. There is a bathroom in between the king and queen rooms. Accordion style doors are throughout the house as Earl designed houses to make absolute best use of the space. All of this adds to the fun of staying at a mushroom house!
Since the Mushroom Houses are famous tourist sites, you will have people outside in the road taking pictures of the house. We like the excitement of being a part of Charlevoix history!!
A review left from a guest in March perfectly sums up our home:
This place is simply UNREAL. I'm extremely OCD/germaphobic, so my definition of clean is a bit unrealistic. But this place was truly SPOTLESS, and absolutely perfect in every detail. The home is stunning, and truly extraordinary...a genuine living piece of art and history. Every inch of the home is pristine, and very well set-up for an easy and relaxed experience.
Everything is so thoughtful, the Nespresso, fully stocked with every flavor imaginable and sugar/sweetener, pretty much everything at your fingertips.
The king bed is CRAZY comfy, as are the pillows and blankets. Sparkling clean, but lush and soft and just delightful. Really nice towels, sheets...every amenity is high end. The decor is gorgeous - streamlined but rich and elegant and just lovely.
The location is unreal. You are truly within a few feet of the water, but protected by a wooded area, so the walk to the beach is minutes. It is quiet and insulated, for a genuinely peaceful experience. You can walk down Park Avenue to several lovely restaurants for carry- out or dine-in, steps from the most charming little downtown area, but distant enough that it's downright bucolic.
The highlights of the home are the beautiful fireplace and the outdoor deck area. The fireplace puts off so much warmth, the room is enormous, but so well laid out, it manages to be open and expansive but also cozy. On our one rainy day we just had a movie marathon in that lovely, restful, snug room...precious family time. The back porch is just charming, with a very unique design, cozy and private but picturesque...simply gorgeous.
The value is extraordinary, this home is spacious and comfortable and just so special. It feels like the quality of the original 50s materials, but somehow with no wear and tear. It's quality + clean + artistry = magic.
Famous Mushroom House, Earl Young’s Personal Residence overlooking Lake MI! is located in Charlevoix. Famous Mushroom House, Earl Young’s Personal Residence overlooking Lake MI! provides accommodation, featuring TV, Entertainment, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features TV, Entertainment, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Famous Mushroom House, Earl Young’s Personal Residence overlooking Lake MI! has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Charlevoix has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Charlevoix, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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3 bathrooms
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Shampoo
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Paper towels
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Oven
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Near the beach
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Surfing/body boarding nearby
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Sledding nearby
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Water skiing nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Snorkeling nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Jet skiing nearby
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Casino nearby
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Stereo
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Books
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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English
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Near a hospital
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Near a health or beauty spa
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Near the bay
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On the lake
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In the city center
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Printer
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Children's books
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Playground
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Deadbolt lock
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Close to skiing
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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