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The House on the Hill
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  • Michigan's premier Bed and Breakfast Inn is located in the quiet village of Ellsworth in northwest lower Michigan. Only 15 minutes from picturesque Charlevoix, and 35 minutes from Traverse City, Phillip & Marcia Palajac have perfected the ideal traveler's combination -- elegant country lodging with exquisite fine dining just minutes away. Call for more information or to book your trip: 231-588-6304 .thehouseonthehill

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  • Inn Details

    The House on the Hill is conveniently located in Northern Michigan's Chain of Lakes resort area, an hour's drive of either Traverse City or Mackinac Island, close to a myriad of opportunities for everything from skiing to golf, water sports to hiking, antiquing, to casino gambling. Newly redecorated and comfortable air-conditioned guest rooms, each with a queen or king size bed, a inviting sunroom with a cozy fireplace, a gracious, wicker-filled wraparound porch overlooking St. Clair Lake. The inn's expansive grounds offer extensive lake frontage as well as groomed walking trails for hiking, snow-shoeing, and cross-country skiing. Still more: within walking distance to one of Michigan's finest restaurants, the Rowe Inn. Kayaks and Canoe are available for your use on the picturesque St. Clair Lake. Please visit our web site or call us at 231-588-6304

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Running, reading, swimming

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    Property Noted For:

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • DVD Player

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • kayak

    • canoe

    • paddle boat

    • snow shoes

    • Utility room with washer/dryer & microwave

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  • Mini Escapes

    12/8/2011 - 4/30/2012

    Buy one night and get the second night free! Bogo (buy one, get one) dates for 2012 are: January 27 & 28, 2012 February 24 & 25, 2012 March 23 & 24, 2012 April 27 & 28, 2012

    Ski and Stay

    12/23/2011 - 3/1/2012

    Ski for free! Let The House on the Hill B&B pay for your lift tickets! The House on the Hill B&B is perfectly located almost exactly half way between Boyne Mountain and Schuss Village / Shanty Creek ski resorts. Each resort is approximately 26 minutes away either direction. Make your stay at the House on the Hill, ski any or both of the two resorts and we will discount your room rate the price of one lift ticket , up to $55 dollars per room / per night. That's right, one lift ticket, Boyne or Schuss, per night discount, as many nights as you ski. Just display your lift ticket(s) at checkout and you will receive the savings. Visit www.thehouseonthehill.com or call 231-588-6304 to book your room.

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  • Hot Deal: HOT DEALS! available for the House on the Hill B&B

    • 2/8/2012 - 2/15/2012
    • Regular rate:$175
    • Savings:29%
    • Discount rate:$125

    Major discount – rooms for $125 per night for the following dates: February 8-15, 2012. The House on the Hill B&B, northern Michigan’s premier B&B. While room availability lasts. 231-588-6304 www.thehouseonthehill.com

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    Nightly Rate

    $150 - $200

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00pm    Check out: 11:00am

    • Cancellations: We have a 7 day cancellation policy.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 9:00am

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Boyne City

    • Charlevoix

    • Petoskey

    • Beachside

    • City

    • Countryside

    • Lakeside

    • Small town

    • Wine country

    City

    • East Jordan

    • Distance to city: 7 miles

    • Directions to property:

    Airport

    • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Traverse City)

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Snowmobile trails on property. Bring your sleds!

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

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    Another fantastic stay!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Wonderful rooms, fantastic breakfast, and the most gracious hosts in Phil and Marci. It is our favorite spot for relaxation, conversation, and enjoying the outdoors of northern Michigan. There are snowshoe trails and cross country ski trails in the winter, and hiking and bike trails in the summer.

    Fabulous Experience!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    I definitely plan to return! Marci and Phil are wonderful hosts. They were extremely helpful and frindly and surpised us with a New Year's Eve celebration. The property provides a great place for a lively walk; the rooms were well-maintained, clean and comfortable; the breakfasts were great; the overall atmosphere makes you feel very at home.

    Hidden Treasure in Northern Michigan

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Prior to this experience, I had only stayed in two bed-and-breakfast homes. Staying at the House on the Hill makes me want to do it more often. Amenities were beyond our expectations. I think those who have stayed before are trying to keep it a secret so they won't find themselves without a room in the future! The House on the Hill is tucked away in a small town, but within minutes of larger resort areas. If you want to explore away from the property, there are plenty of things to see and do. But so much is offered at the House on the Hill, we felt little need to venture very far away. The owners are very gracious and welcoming. They will see us again soon!

    The House on the Hill is the Place to Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Our stay at The House on the Hill was just what we needed. I was looking for a "getaway" for Labor Day weekend...well the few days after...to avoid the crowds in Northern Michigan. I was told that Traverse City was the place to look. Fortunately, most of the places were not available...so I expanded my search to outside of Traverse City. I found The House on the Hill. The website gave me a good feeling. After contacting the Innkeepers we were able to book a room. What was really great was that although the room was nice, there was much more just outside the front door and back door to explore. The walking trails were fun. Canoes and kayaks were available for trips on the chain of lakes just in front. As far as the hospitality, both Phillip and Marci were wonderful to meet. They were open and inviting to making our stay as pleasant as possible. They were able to give recommendations for dinner and for other activities in the area. And of course the breakfasts were lovely. Fresh fruit, fresh breads, and a fresh hot breakfast. We would recommend this place to stay for anyone who wants to get away from the main drag but still remain in the area to see all the sights Northern Michigan has to offer.

    Great get away

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    The House On The Hill was fabulus place to spend a long weekend. The views were beautiful and the dinning experiance was vantastic. We are looking forward to visiting this place again.

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