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One mile from downtown Harbor, close to beaches, bike trails and golf courses

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

One mile from downtown Harbor, close to beaches, bike trails and golf courses

This charming, cozy cottage is conveniently located to downtown Harbor Springs, as well as bike trails, beaches, golf, wineries, and ski hills. Enjoy the recently cozy interior, large deck, and view of rolling hills. Just minutes to the shops and dining of Harbor Springs and Petoskey. The Bird’s Nest Cottage is the perfect place to perch for your Northern Michigan getaway. (sleeps 2)
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About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Donald Ross Memorial Course and Tunnel of Trees are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Cheboiganing Preserve. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Andrew J. Blackbird Museum - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Donald Ross Memorial Course - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Tunnel of Trees - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 6 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road Provisisons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nubs Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rodrigo's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Out To Lunch - ‬14 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly located, not far from downtown Harbor Springs, very clean, super friendly to message with, set up so nicely for my dog!I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ellie v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was just perfect. Clean and nice and roomy. Will consider a stay again in the summer
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great house. Central location to downtown, ski areas, golf, etc. Clean and comfortable. Recommend. Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location to stay for a weekend of snowboarding at Nubs Nob and The Highlands. The hosts were very kind and the house had everything we needed for our weekend away. We hope to be back again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love, love, love this place! The location is premier. The inside is very cozy and relaxing. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leisha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage it had everything you needed and easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you would need was provided. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and warm. Welcoming communication from host. Close to town, ski areas and snowmobile trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very nice! The location was close to all of our activities, close to downtown Harbor Springs. Our place was very clean, cute and comfy. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean, cute, quaint, so close to downtown! I will definitely stay her again! The puppy loved it too!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Harbor Springs over the 4th

Property was well appointed and cozy. Great location (near Harbor Springs) and quiet.We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dillon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was amazing. Perfect size for just my wife and I and the pup. Location is great if you’re looking to do anything in the harbor springs/petoskey area. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice, quiet and perfect for my daughter and I. Very close to downtown Harbor Springs. We had a wonder stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Great place!

Great place! The host are excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy F.

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

Excellent location for a home base

Rental was an excellent location for day trips to explore the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love this place called Birds Nest. I enjoy cooking and was able to prepare meals for family and friends w/ a well equipped kitchen. The bonus was the grill! Love the den that is full of sunlight in the morning. This makes a cozy reading area. It has a big flat screen TV, but I never watched it. There was too much to do!Mary Beth
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dena O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Owner is very nice and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed our stay. Housing was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie R.

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

Harbor springs gem

We stayed for spring break and it was truly a great getaway. Great for the pup and kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to Harbor, very convenient location for access to area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was in great condition and everything was as advertised. We appreciated the help with plowing the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy access, close to town and activities. Very comfortable. Will stay again when we’re in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Charming Harbor Springs Cottage

Very clean and well-appointed cottage with beautiful grounds, close to downtown Harbor Springs. We especially liked the bed - very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home with everything you need. Location is great and very easy to get to. I would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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