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Beautiful Quiet and Serene Cottage On Lake Michigan

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating overlooking a beach and ocean.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a blue patterned rug.
A beachfront property with a staircase leading to a house, surrounded by trees and a sandy beach.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. There is a dining area with a table and chairs in the background.
A living room with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Gas barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Harbor Springs, MI
  • Place, beach near Thorne Swift Court
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tunnel of Trees
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Nub's Nob Ski Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5/GARAGE APT.

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6/garage apartment -NOT AVAILABLE DURING THE WINTER MONTHS

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms

About this property

Beautiful Quiet and Serene Cottage On Lake Michigan

4 Bedrooms -- All With Lake Views.
3 Bedrooms Upstairs -
Master - King (bathroom w/ shower)
2nd Bedroom - 2 Singles
3rd Bedroom - Queen
2nd Bathroom - w/shower upstair
Downstairs bedroom - Queen
Full bathroom w/shower
2 bedroom apartment over garage(has its own bathroom and kitchen)/this apartment is not available in the winter

Gorgeous Upper and Lower Decks Leading Down to Private Beach -
perfect Views for Lake Michigan Sunsets -
Kayak and Paddle Board Available for Use -
Outdoor Gas Grill with gas line hooked up. no need to fill up propane tank.
House recently renovated with all new furniture including beds.
New American Cherry hardwood floors installed throughout first floor.
New washer & dryer along with dishwasher.
Screened in Porch.
Wireless Wifi throughout the main house and carriage house.
HD TV with Cable
40 Minute Drive to Mackinaw Bridge and Upper Peninsula.




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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 730380vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this holiday home is on the beach. Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tunnel of Trees and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • beach near Thorne Swift Court - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tunnel of Trees - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 13 min drive - 20.0 km
  • The Highlands - 16 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 46 min drive - 61.5 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road Provisisons - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gurney's Harbor Bottle Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pier Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dusty Dogz - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Quiet and Serene Cottage On Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Quiet and Serene Cottage On Lake Michigan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Quiet and Serene Cottage On Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Quiet and Serene Cottage On Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Quiet and Serene Cottage On Lake Michigan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Thorne Swift Nature Preserve. Donald Ross Memorial Course and Tunnel of Trees are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nestled in the trees just north of Harbor Springs and steps from your own piece of Lake Michigan shoreline, this property was delightful. Great space, well stocked, and very responsive hosts. We loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property.

Loved the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time at vacation house!

Had a wonderful time staying at the Murphy’s house. Looking forward to another family reunion next summer!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location and Views

Very nice location and views. Host was great to work with and the beach was great. Such close proximity to Harbor Springs was amazing as well. The main floor was ideal for being together while the beds rooms allowed everyone to retreat to their own space. Stairs to the beach are a bit steep, but very manageable for most. The deck at the beach was amazing to sit and relax. The deck at the house gives stunning views with lots of seating. Inside is well stocked for a cottage. Great time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great summer vacation

Great property in a great location just north of Harbor Springs. We had a group of 7 and our 2 pups. We had a great time. House had everything we needed. Teenage boys enjoyed the over garage apartment. Beautiful deck for relaxing and having dinner as a family. Wonderful beach. Location is convenient to plenty of other activities if the weather doesn't cooperate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was wonderful.

It was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful beachfront cottage with spectacular sunsets

Our group of 4 adults and a 3 month old enjoyed our stay immensely. We took advantage of the paddle board and kayak and also enjoyed walking the beach. The proximity to town was terrific as we made almost daily trips for food. The weather was perfect, cool at night and up in the 70's during the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation

Loved the house, beach, sunsets and tranquility
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view

Great home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacay

Great place!! Broken dishwasher is a bummer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach house!

Fantastic stay for beach house. Great decks, and very accommodating house. The views are spectacular! Loved our stay. Was peaceful and fun! Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and tranquility at its best

Gorgeous setting, beautiful home, soft sandy beach, just minutes from lovely Harbor Springs, and a gracious owner, this property has it all. Our experience exceeded our expectations. We are already looking forward to returning soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking views

Our family stayed for the week in late September. The home had plenty of room for 6 people and the views from the deck was spectacular. The beach is private and water so clear for over a hundred yards. The home is located in a private neighborhood about 4 miles of town. Harbor Springs is a quaint little town with many wonderful shops. We even bought an original painting from one of the galleries. Looking forward to hopefully make this an annual trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful vacation property!

This was a great place for our family to stay. The house is roomy and well designed with comfortable furnishings and comfortable beds. The beach was great with easy access. Lovely area, lucky enough to have frequent bald eagle sightings as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Loved it!

It was exactly what our family wanted - away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. Room to watch movies, play games, and enjoy a beautiful view within 30 min of the ski slopes. Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A Terrific Property!

This property is beautiful, well furnished, clean, and comfortable! It has all the beach toys one could want and it is close to Harbor Springs. The decks are great if you aren't of a mind to go down to the beach. Julie Murphy is wonderful to work with; and, frankly, we can't wait to go back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing!

This home offers it all including the beauty of having Lake Michigan as the backdrop. The house itself is spacious and modern with lovely decorative touches that provide a feeling of warmth and comfort. It was clean and well equipped from the beach to the pantry. Julie is a very gracious owner and we so appreciate her hospitality. The location is perfect...close enough to HS, yet private enough to offer R & R. Thank so much Julie..we will be back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful!

This is a wonderful rental. House is as described, comfortable, cozy, well kept, beautifully decorated and it has everything needed for a great stay. The view of the beach from every room and the strong sound of the waves is super relaxing. Watching the sunsets from the deck while having dinner outside was a memorable experience for me and my friends. Julie, the owner was great to work with, flexible, very responsive and provided great recommendations to fully enjoy the quaint town of Harbor Springs and make the most of our stay. I am looking forward to going back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Magical Spot Beautiful Cottage

The cottage was exactly as described - beautiful, quiet and serene. It was wonderfully decorated with local nautical themes, and had just about any amenity you'd want. The location was superb - near the charming, elegant but low key town of Harbor Springs in one direction, and the pine and cedar filled woods (in the famous "Tunnel of Trees") heading to wilder north country in the other. The cottage and its generous deck were perched above a glorious Lake Michigan. We spend alot of time listening to the surf and watching the sialboats go by. We had the private white sand beach and swimming to ourselves. We could have been more active - paddle boards and bikes were available. At night, you could have a campfire on the beach - a rare luxury these days - and even see the Milky Way. The owner was a delight. I would unhesitatingly recommend this rental to a friend and relative. In fact, I hope we can return next year.

About the host

Hosted by Dan and Julie Murphy

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We are born and raised in Michigan but now reside in the Los Angeles area with our three children. We get back to our cottage as often as our schedule allows us. We love the quiet and natural beauty surrounding our home and of course the nearby private beach.
A great place to relax and get away from the daily grind.

Why they chose this property

House was originally constructed in 1999. We purchased in Sept of 2014 and are thrilled to have a home back in Michigan. Harbor Springs is a beautiful New England styled city on the banks of Little Traverse Bay with terrific restaurants and quaint shops.
Its known for its fresh air, spectacular beauty and hospitality.

A short 4 mile drive south is Petoskey which also has a great downtown area.

What makes this property unique

Northwest Lower Michigan is an outdoorsman's dream with an abundance of activities including cycling, fishing, golf, kayak, sailing, zip lining etc...

In the winter a paradise for skiers and snowboarders.

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English
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