The Gingerbread House


  • Inn Details

    The gingerbread House was built in 1881, one of over 400 Victorian cottages in Bay View. It has accommodated summer guests since the early days of this Chautaqua community, with its cultural and educational offerings. Pastel hues and white wicker provide and abundant floral gardens provide a romantic setting in the renovated cottage. Ample views of Little Traverse Bay are enjoyed from all rooms.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Owner - retired nurse educator and sister, retired native Michigan residents - enjoy people contact.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Excellent views

    • Honeymoons

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • CD player

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    On Site:

    • Library

    • Telephone

    Other Amenities:

    • Beach access, Lake views, Bicycle trail

    • Unique furnishings, floral displays, English garden.

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  • Nightly Rate

    $135 - $185

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4 - 6 P    Check out: 11 A

    • Minimum stay: Weekend - 2 days.

    • Deposit amount required: 50% of one night or 1 night if more.

    • Cancellations: 5-day prior

    • Open all year round: N


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinks available: L

    • Children allowed: one room available

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • 3-day special --info on request

    • Length of Stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 7

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental +

    • Time Served: 8:30--9:30 flex times

    • Serving location: In-room, Breakfast/dining area, Guest room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Wine/Cheese Plate


    Signature Dish

    Granola
    Home baked low-fat variety is served daily with yogurt and fresh fruit. All food prepared on site from basic ingredients includes muffins, pancakes, french toast.


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Diet

    • Special diet.

  • Location Type

    • Near Harbor Springs, Charlevoix

    • Lakeside

    • Small town


    City

    • Petoskey

    • Distance to city: 1 miles

    • Directions to property:
      35 miles South of Mackinac Bridge and Mackinac Island on US 31 North near Little Traverse Bay,Lake Michigan 67 miles north of Traverse City


    Airport

    • Pellston Regional

    • Directions to property:
      Pellston Regional


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Fine dining, close to historic Mackinac Island.

    • Bicycle trails,nature trails

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Bike trail located adjacent to B@B

    • In heart of resort area; unique shopping, summer concerts.

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

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    Write a review

    Gingerbread House, Petoskey, MI

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Our family had two rooms at the Gingerbread House for four nights. It is a wonderful place to stay in a beautiful area of Michigan. Mary, the Innkeeper, is the absolute best!. Every morning she greets you with a smile and provides a great breakfast of healthy,homemade goodies. We certainly recommend staying here and plan to go back again next year.


    Delightful

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    We spent one night on our way north-breakfast was delicious - gingerbread pancakes, fresh peaches with home made granola, tea and coffee served in beautiful china cups, the innkeeper is delightful, makes you feel like she's known you a long time, location was perfect, Bayview so unique Want to go back


    Mary and The Gingerbread House

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    What a charming home and an equally charming innkeeper!


    outstanding

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    excellent stay. would definitely stay again


    Gingerbread House.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    This bed and breakfast was all that I imagined it would be. The food was unbelieveable, and the innkeeper was so nice and friendly.


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