Cottage on the beach

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Harbor Springs, MI

Tunnel of Trees16 min walk
Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery6 min drive
The Highlands27 min drive
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This cozy cottage on Lake Michigan has breath-taking views and million dollar sunsets. This is the perfect getaway for a family looking to enjoy the wonderful amenities of Northern Michigan. Located one mile from the famous Tunnel of Trees and six miles from Downtown Harbor Springs, a premier shopping district, there is many activities nearby such as Golfing, Fishing, Tennis, Hiking, Skiing, Sailing, Site Seeing, wine tasting at Harbor Springs Vineyards and winery at Pond Hill farm, and many more. While at this private water-front cottage you can enjoy playing a game of pool with your family or relaxing in the sauna to make this stay a very fun and relaxing retreat.

Keywords: Cottage, Pool Table, Beach, Lake Front, Sauna, Fireplace, Deck, Canoe, Lake View, Cozy, Secluded, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 4 Beds, Tri-Level, Bar, Darts, Full Kitchen, Dining Table

Property manager

Gene Ross Hirs (Buddy)

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the neighborhood

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this cottage is on the beach. Tunnel of Trees and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.

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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

Tunnel of Trees - 16 min walk
Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery - 6 min drive
Thorne Swift Nature Preserve - 8 min drive
The Highlands - 27 min drive
Nub's Nob Ski Area - 28 min drive

Getting around

Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

Tunnel Vision Brewery - 6 min drive
Pier Restaurant - 10 min drive
Pierson's Grille & Spirits - 15 min drive
Bar Harbor - 10 min drive
Paper Station Bistro - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Cottage on the beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tunnel of Trees and Lake Michigan. Thorne Swift Nature Preserve is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

9.6

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Nov 2, 2023

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

Amazing Vacation with Family and Dogs!

Our first time to Michigan and just absolutely LOVED this trip and property! A beautiful view of the water from the living room! Walkout access to the beach and pet friendly! The small town of Harbor Springs was a joy to visit, so was a drive through the Tunnel of Trees. Highly recommend this property! Gene was a pleasure to work with! Will be visiting again next year!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronda B.

Aug 20, 2023

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

Beautiful home and beach

We loved our stay at this cozy cottage. The private beach was the highlight of our stay especially with the lake view from the cottage. Buddy was super helpful and answered all of our questions regarding our stay. Our family is growing from 8 to 10 this upcoming year so unfortunately we will not fit for future vacations, otherwise we would definitely be returning. Thank you for a wonderful spot to spend our family vacation! -Ronda B

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Julie F.

Aug 5, 2023

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

Gorgeous location

Truly a beautiful spot on Lake Michigan. Our family loved being able to enjoy the beautiful expanse of the Lake from the living room, deck, and beach. There’s also everything you need to enjoy the property - beach chairs, grill, kayaks and we enjoyed the pool table in the lower level as well. Nice that this is a dog-friendly rental. We kept our dog leashed or contained on the deck (they even have baby gates) and she loved it. Met one of the neighbors and his lovable, friendly golden retriever, which was fun. The shore itself is a bit rocky, but we enjoyed swimming, I just recommend a floatie of some sort to keep your feet off the bottom of the lake. Make sure you watch your step - lots of steep stairs, especially the sandy rock steps down to the beach. The sled to lower your suitcases, etc down from the driveway to the property worked well. The bedrooms upstairs are tight. Two of the three beds up there don’t have box springs and are very soft. Upstairs bathroom is also tight, and most of our group just took turns using downstairs bathroom. Kitchen had everything we needed, and it was nice to have a big dining room table, which we splayed out with a 1,000 piece puzzle we bought at the bookstore in town (completed just in the nick of time the night before check-out). We had the kitchen/bar counter or deck to eat at. Overall, the location made this place. Beautiful wooded drive to the property, and unbelievable lake views everywhere.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

seth p.

Jul 24, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time in northern Michigan

Nice rustic cabin in just an absolutely beautiful and stunning location. Our family of 4 had a wonderful stay and time

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devon C., Bloomfield Village, MI, United States

Jul 20, 2023

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

Our favorite Harbor Springs cottage

My husband and I have been staying at Buddy’s cottage for several years, and we absolutely love it! It has become our favorite summer tradition. The views and beach are spectacular, and Buddy is a kind and helpful host. We can’t wait to return again very soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023