Location: Leland, Lake Leelanau, Northwest, Michigan, USA (5 mi south of Leland, 20 miles Northwest of Traverse City)
Accommodations: Cottage in the Woods, Beach, 1 Bedroom + Loft + Den, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
The Good Harbor Guest House is a 100% remodeled, fully modern "post and beam" quality built cottage, located just a few miles North of the Sleeping Bear Dunes, and five miles South of (Historic) Leland. It's nestled in the woods and is just a short walk along a wooded path to our private access of Lake Michigan and Good Harbor Bay.
With the master bedroom located right off the living room and two twin beds in a sturdy but quaint loft, this property is perfect for a romantic getaway or the perfect escape and annual vacation for small families.
The master bedroom has a walk-in closet and french doors leading to a patio with several windows for providing a great cross breeze through the room and house. The cozy loft is very welcoming with tree top views, twin beds and seating areas.
From the best vantage point in Good Harbor Bay the most popular landmarks are right in front of you! North & South Manitou Islands, the "Crib" (lighthouse), Pyramid Point and Whaleback Bluff will seem to float along the horizon as the magnificent sunsets, different every day, stretch late into the evening sky. Water is warmest for swimming in late July and August, but can be enjoyed May - September.
Step right out the back door for a day hike into one of the deepest and largest undeveloped Michigan forests. The backyad patio provides a great place to rest in the shade, along with the big comfy hammock. Make dinner at home in the fully equipped and modern kitchen - grill out on the brand new cooking patio right outside the kitchen door. (Very convenient for the griller who needs everything at their fingertips).
If you absoultely HAVE to get back in the car... there are restaurants nearby (family and high end) that will satify every type of appetite, plus retail shops, dune climbs, lighthouse tours, tall ship rides, wineries, sunset cruises, canoeing, movies and much more in the nearby towns of Leland, Lake Leelanau, Suttons Bay, Traverse City, and Glen Arbor.
Although our beach is directly ON Lake Michigan, the Good Harbor Guest House itself is actually tucked up in the woods on the other side of scenic M-22 which stretches between the Dunes and Leland. But you can still see and hear the surf from the house and this clean, cozy setting will provide years of memories and hopefully, many happy returns.
"We hate to leave! I'm sure you here that all the time. Loved the coziness of your home, especially the comfy bed. The girls were Mary & Laura Ingalls in the loft and couldn't have been happier." renters from Evanston, IL. August 2005.
For additional space, we can also offer lodging at our Good Harbor Golf & Beach Condo just 3 miles away. Contact information is the same. Special rates apply when both properties are rented.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: At the Good Harbor Golf & Beach Condo only
- Washer: front loading
- Dryer: front loading
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: large parking areas
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: can accomodate most boats/trailers - no RV's
- Wood Stove: plenty of wood available-gas/electric heat throughout house
- Beds
- Queen Bed: CEILING FAN ABOVE BED
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): cable available at The Good Harbo Golf & Beach Condo only
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: limited but interesting
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath: At the Good Harbo Golf & Beach Condo Only
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: newly remodeled
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: covered front porch, large patio in backyard, bbq deck off kitchen
- View/Location
- Lake View: Limited views of Lake Michigan with trees as the only obstacle, providing awesome sunsets.
- Water View: see above "Lake View"
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: within US only
- Broadband Internet: usually available
- Other Amenities
- Additional sink/vanity in master bedroom, Stereo with Cassette/CD Player,NEW BATHROOM,Fully-Equipped Kitchen including Dishwasher; Fresh Linens and Towels provided, Clothesline, Webber Charcoal Grill, Small Library of Videos and DVDs, Piano, board games, cards and card games, Franklin Stove (wood stove), generous parking area able to accomodate boat trailers, Firepit and Fire Wood for Beach Fires, Beach Chairs, picnic table, nice backyard, and Smoking out of doors only, (thanks), No Cable. "All we can say is that there was not enough time to enjoy all that your little guest house has to offer, The fireplace and piano were used everyday, It couldn't have been more romantic, " renters from Bloomfield Hills, MI, June 2005
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): with limitations - master bedroom and bath are all on first floor.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: plenty of outdoor areas for smoking, including a covered porch.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Beach & Forest Hiking, Beach Fires, Sunset Cruises, Wide Variety of Restaurants & Dining, Tall Ship Sailing Trips, Casinos, AND, In the Winter, Ice Fishing, and Snowshoeing, "Thank you for a wonderful, relaxing time at your home, The bed was the most comfortable that I have ever slept in! We especially loved playing scrabble and laying at the quiet beach, " renters from Chicago, IL, August 2005
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Peak Season .. $1550/week.
.. $250/night.
WINTER WEEKLY RATE $950
Please Inquire About Off Peak Season Rates
Extended stay discounts available on all rentals beyond 15 days
Two Night Stay Minimum
Flexible Scheduling (do not require Sat - Sat stay)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Welcome to the Good Harbor Guest House! - Lake Leelanau, Michigan - Cottage in the Woods
- Living area - Lake Leelanau, Michigan - Cottage in the Woods
- loft sleeping area - Lake Leelanau, Michigan - Cottage in the Woods
- Master Bedroom to Patio
- Good Harbor Sunset
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Adam & Melissa, Every year we take our vacation along the shores of Lake Michigan. This is the furthest north we have ever been. The scenery in this peninsula is the most beautiful we have seen. The Sleeping Bear Dunes, Old Mission and Grand Traverse Lighthouses, canoeing the Platte River, swimming at Cathead Bay are some of the adventures we had. We looked forward to coming home to our "cabin in the woods" every day. Playing Jenga til midnight or smores at the beach campfire added to a great week. Thank you for a wonderful week! Patrick, Lynda, Samantha, Karissa & Lindsey Boss
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Dear Adam & Melissa, Thank you for a great anniversary weekend in your guest house! We really enjoyed the close beach access, relaxing on the patio and your well equipped kitchen. Thank you also for the book & special attention on our anniversary. We hate a great weekend and we are sad to leave. Best Regards, Catherine & Andrew Horning