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Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and blue cabinets.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and two armchairs. There is a large window with a view of the outside.
A green door with a welcome mat, two wreaths, and a geometric painting on the porch.
A dining table with a woven placemat and a plate of artichokes and green vegetables.
A dining room with a round wooden table, six chairs, a bench, and a rug. There are two windows with sheer curtains, a ceiling light, and a wall-mounted sign with a leafy design.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Hillsdale, MI
  • Place, Stocks Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hillsdale College
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Slayton Arboretum
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Hillsdale

In Hillsdale .You'll find Hillsdale College and Hillsdale Hospital within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Baw Beese Lake is within 3 miles (5 km) and Bird Lake is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stocks Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hillsdale College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Slayton Arboretum - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sage Center for the Arts - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Michigan International Speedway - 36 min drive - 54.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Udder Side - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

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 century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale

Thistle House is centrally located, 7 min walk to restaurants, pubs and historic downtown Hillsdale.
Our home was built in 1900 and has modern conveniences including Wi-Fi, smart TV and two computer work stations. Relax with a morning coffee or evening glass of wine at the local, handmade Amish island or in the sunroom.
With 1800sqft, there is lots of natural light and open spaces for plenty of room for 8 guests. Two dining tables make great spots for game nights, laughter and meals.

There are 2 queen beds, 1 full bed and a sleeper sofa. The sofa bed is in the family room. The family room was the turn of the century parlor that is easily converted into a private sleeping area by a beautiful, solid 4 ft pocket door. There is a full closet for personal belongings in the front sunroom. The full and half bath are on the main level.

The home was built in 1900 with second floor having the original pine flooring, so this old home has some creaks that makes sneaking for a solo midnight snack a challenge.

Small firepit and outdoor dining table are in the back yard. The lot is 90x150ft so there is room for you to stretch your legs.

Those travelling with children : booster seat and highchair in kitchen; sleeper pen for infants and bedrails for young children. We have added some of our daughters' favorite books in the TV room.
Enjoy your stay!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale to downtown Hillsdale?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Hillsdale.

Charming century home in a quiet neighborhood, 3 blocks from downtown Hillsdale Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bret A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, close to downtown and the college!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfectly clean and welcoming! The host is very responsive! I have already booked a second stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely and warm place to stay! The house maintains a classy charm with some nice modern updates. The owner was also extremely responsive and helpful. We would very much stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our weekend stay at this property and would definitely return. It is very close and convenient to most things in Hillsdale. The house is very clean, functional, and well thought out for hosting families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Great communication with owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Comfortable, quiet, welcoming

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay for homecoming. The host went above and beyond to make us comfortable and welcome. This was my first VRBO experience and I look forward to booking with them again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jess K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was awesome in a quiet neighborhood. Communication with the hosts was timely and pleasant. The house was clean and as described. A warm welcome was offered from the hosts. One thing to be aware of is the bedrooms are on the second floor with the bathrooms being on the first floor. Not a deal breaker because of the charm of the home, but something to consider. Overall, I would definitely recommend staying here if you’re in the area and need a VRBO. We stayed 2 nights to attend a race weekend at Michigan International Speedway and the drive to/from was not bad at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

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

Nice house, close to downtown.

The entire process was easy and on point. GREAT communication and check in. Lovely older home in a neighborhood just a short distance from the College and downtown Hillsdale. Fully stocked and ready to go. Planning to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theo W.

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

Just right

We came to Hillsdale for three days and three nights. We found this property and are very glad we did. It’s a very nice, warm home with a lot of charm and everything we needed for our stay. The host was excellent, very communicative and thoughtful in a way that most other hosts aren’t.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penne K.

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

Wedding weekend

We truly walked into our home away from home experience. It was a clean comfortable conveniently located home and it had everything we needed for our stay. It is an older home that is decorated so cute you didn’t want to leave. The host made herself available whenever needed. If needed we would come back again in a heartbeat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Cozy Hillsdale

We enjoyed a very comfortable home in a quiet neighborhood. Beds were very comfortable. Large kitchen with 2 dining spaces. Internet was fast. We enjoyed our stay and will hope to return. Jennifer was easy to communicate with. Keyless entry made checkin easy.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

What a charming place!

We were in town to see our new grandson and this home was perfect! Clean and comfortable. Spacious and a lovely back yard where we had a picnic! The owner has literally thought of everything we might need, even a speaker! And she left us a giant cookie to congratulate us on our new grandson! Everything was perfect.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Val T.

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

4th of July weekend

Came to town to celebrate my husband’s birthday with friends at the lake. This house was great for additional sleeping space. Beds were comfy, a/c worked great, kitchen was well equipped, all new towels and small appliances, dining and living space was spacious. The cookie cake was a nice touch. Communication with Jen was excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dan rhodes r.

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

Visit to Hillsdale College

The home is quite large and inviting. The description and pictures of the home are accurate. The beds were comfortable. The property is ideal for larger groups and gatherings. Only warning is to watch out for the delicious welcome cookie cake. I thought there is no way that we will finish this, we did. It was delicious.If we visit the area again. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

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

Lovely property!

We really enjoyed our stay at this cute property! Our group included my older aunt who used the sofa bed on the main floor which was perfect for her! The room had doors that gave her complete privacy, and yet we had plenty of other space to gather in the kitchen and dining room area to talk and enjoy each others company.We stayed in one of the upstairs rooms as did another friend couple. The rooms were well appointed with everything we needed, very comfortable beds and pleasantly decorated!Kitchen also well appointed, Keurig coffee maker.My main concern is always cleanliness and this property is immaculate! We will definitely try to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family reunion

The house was very clean and well stocked with essentials. The biggest issue was all bedrooms are upstairs and all bathrooms were down stairs. We had two handicaps elderly with us that could not do the stairs good, so it was very inconvenient for them. Also the listing said it had a hot tub and there was no. Hot tub there and that was disappointing. But other than that we loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Location
The property is exactly like the pictures! It is in a very quiet neighborhood. Close to downtown Hillsdale. The host was great to work with and made sure we had everything we needed for a lovely stay.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2026