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Schoolie Bus Camp & Camping Area

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· Charlevoix, Charlevoix, Michigan
3 acres hosted by John M.
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Enjoy the quiet side of Charlevoix right off Highway 31 just a few miles from downtown Charlevoix. Experience "Bus Life" in a nicely wooded area with fire pit, chairs, table and plenty of spots for tents and hammocks for friends and family. Bus sleeps 3-4 with 12 volt and 110 power, A/C and housed water for kitchen and bathroom (NOT FOR DRINKING). Originally Old Orchard Farms but we still have free range chickens and gardens for some seasonal U-Pick fun. Just minutes from many Public Beach Areas and amazing Trail Systems. Be in the center of the best Charlevoix has to offer!Enjoy the quiet side of Charlevoix right off Highway 31 just a few miles from downtown Charlevoix. Experience "Bus Life" in a nicely wooded area with fire pit, chairs, table and plenty of spots for tents and hammocks. Bus sleeps 3-4 with 12 volt and 110 power, A/C and housed water for kitchen and bathroom (NOT FOR DRINKING). Bring your own bedding, dishes and cookware. Originally Old Orchard Farms but we still have free range chickens and gardens for some seasonal U-Pick fun. Just minutes from many Public Beach Areas and amazing Trail Systems. Be in the center of the best Charlevoix has to offer!
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11 ratings · 10 reviews
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Nicole P.recommends
September 6, 2024
Schoolie Bus Wooded Experience
We had a fun stay at the bus. The setup was great and a bit rustic, but with a toilet, so it was great. John was responsive and helpful.
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Kristian W.recommends
August 11, 2024
Schoolie Bus Wooded Experience
The bus was the perfect start to our trip and John was kind to share some of his gardens bounty and local knowledge, which led us to one of the best sunsets we had ever seen. The bus was as advertised and with our younger kids it took on a life of its own. It also rained part of each day so it was amazing to sleep and cook in a dry space. Thanks so much and we hope to be back again someday.
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Bob C.recommends
August 7, 2024
Schoolie Bus Wooded Experience
Great time sleeping on a bus
Great site, Awesome experience. Comfortable bed. Small bathroom no shower (as advertised). Not sure how it sleeps 5 unless 3 are very small and 1 is going to sleep with the parents in the bigger bed. Obviously, tents can be set up near the bus. Everyone I have told about our bus experience agreed that we are the only ones they know who slept on a school bus!
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John G.recommends
August 4, 2024
Schoolie Bus Wooded Experience
Good expirations
Everything was exactly as described in the app and as was described in my first contact with owner.
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Michelle P.recommends
July 31, 2024
Schoolie Bus Wooded Experience
Spending a night on a school bus was fun! It's a neat old bus decked out with everything you need. There are so many wonderful hiking trails and water opportunities in the area - we loved it. Plus John was great.
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Sarah S.recommends
July 29, 2024
Schoolie Bus Wooded Experience
Amazing Experience;Exceptional Host
We absolutely loved camping on John’s land. He was available when we arrived to let us know where the power switches were in the bus, and how to properly work the toilets so that we didn’t accidentally dump out all the water. The land was very private and peaceful. The bus was an absolute bonus for my nephews, they loved every aspect of exploring the bus and running in the open fields behind it. John’s land is absolutely a must visit, and perfect for families or large groups.
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Charlevoix, Charlevoix, Michigan, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ and Odawa First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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