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Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs

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"The Boat House", Near Skiing, Near Town, Family Friendly
Welcome to the beach!
Steps from beach to Boat House
Boat House Deck
Stairs up to Boat House

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

bunkbed

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

1 bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs

Come enjoy this family friendly beach apartment in a private community. The property features 2 bedrooms (1 king, 2 bunk beds) and a bath. The great room includes kitchenette with Thermador cooktop, small refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster oven, microwave, toaster, and a complete set of Calphalon Cookware Herbs, spices, sugar, coffee and tea, as well as soap, shampoo, laundry detergent, and paper products. There is a washer/dryer combo in the bathroom. The Boat House also has HD TV, AC/heat, charcoal Weber grill on large deck overlooking the private beach--access to 60 feet of waterfront! Check out what's happening in the workshop—Dave is an avid modeler and happy to tell you all about his models. Unfortunately the Boathouse is not pet-friendly or accessible for wheelchairs as there is an outdoor flight of stairs to access the apartment.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking on property including beach

Guests must respect quiet times (10pm to 9am). This includes music, gatherings and children. Access to Association park not included in rental.

Fires are not allowed on the deck or beach.

Absolutely no smoking, firearms or fireworks are allowed on property (including beach).

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4628240
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this apartment is on the beach. Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Cheboiganing Preserve. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 10 min drive - 13.1 km
  • The Highlands - 13 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 41 min drive - 53.8 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Panera - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Jet's Pizza - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs apartment building is just steps away from Tunnel of Trees and Lake Michigan. Donald Ross Memorial Course and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking property that was the perfect getaway with our family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property! The Boat House is clean, cozy and quiet. The hosts have thought of everything you might need for a great stay. The views and beach are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful property. Close to Harbor Springs and right on the water. Lots to do in the area, plenty of closeby restaurants and golfing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2026
Thanks for a great review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely incredible spot, wonderful hosts, will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2026
Thanks for a wonderful review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is awesome. Everything was as shown on the listing. Such a charming place tostay especially if you enjoy a quieter less hectic beach and location.Definitely would reserve again in the future!Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place. Had an awesome time staying here. Had everything I needed and more. Thank you so much!!!JD
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even though our stay was short-2days We enjoyed the beautiful location and beautiful sunset!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2026
Thanks, Todd, for your review. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome stay and enjoyed everything about this place! Great views, super comfortable, clean, and well thought out in all regards. We took advantage of the great collection of board games and were super impressed with the detail and decor throughout. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a cozy place for a winter getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly appointed! Very cozy and clean! Great location! We had such a wonderful stay and would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Boat house was just as advertised. Easy to find and close to everything. Beautiful views. Enjoyed the beach. We had everything we needed. The whole process was very easy. Very safe area. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
So glad you enjoyed yourselves here. Thanks for the great review. You're welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Very peaceful location. Loved the decor and everything thought of for convenience and comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the Boat House. Please come back soon. Best, Pam
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

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

Charming Boathouse Stay

Very clean with nice lake decor. Quiet and good location at the beginning of Tunnel of Trees. Nice sandy beach. Charming well informed hosts. This was my second visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Beautiful!!

Gorgeous location! Steps from the beach and very quiet. My husband and I had an incredibly relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy that you enjoyed your time here. The beach is beautiful at all times of the year. Watching the sunset over the lake or building a bonfire on the beach are both relaxing experiences anytime. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugh D.

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

Winter comes to boathouse

Great facility - Great location - Great hosts ---Will stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry R.

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

Perfect for the skiing season

Perfect location for a ski weekend. Everything about the space was cozy with modern amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

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

5 star plus

Beautiful, charming, comfortable property. Excellent location. Beautiful beach. The hosts are great and thought of everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Wonderful retreat

We were able to destress due to the property's location, the property and the host's attention to details. We booked next year's stay even before we left the property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2022
Thank you for your nice review! We look forward to seeing you again next September.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

The Boat House

I had a delightful stay. The Boat House is a well-equipped and beautiful property. The owners were very helpful and friendly. I hope to return to Harbor Springs and stay at the Boat House again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2021
So glad you had a good time here in the Boat House! Please come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manish B.

Very Romantic Location

Awesome experience, Love the details in the house. Truly a splendid boat house
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope that we’ll see you here again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Wonderful. A gem of a place.

Relaxing and very comfortable. The hosts are top notch. Dave's gauge G railroad a must see.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2023
Hi Mary, Thanks for your nice review! Glad you enjoyed your stay. See you next year! Sincerely, Pam and Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

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

Best B&B in Harbor Springs

Beautifully appointed and sparkling clean. This was a top notch choice. Private beach is a plus. Totally charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thanks, Susan, for your lovely review! By “B&B” we figure you must mean “Bed & Beach”. Sorry the weather was cold and wet, making the beach and the train layout uninviting. We hope you’ll return soon for better weather. You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

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

Exactly as pictured

Private beach was fantastic! A perfect spot to relax and read while enjoying the sounds of the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2023
Hi Anita, Listening to the waves on the beach is the best! We’re glad you enjoyed being at the Boat House. Pam and Dave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth H.

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

Great get a way

We enjoyed walking on the beach and sitting on the deck. The trees obstructed the water view somewhat. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

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

Great Place and Beach

My husband and I stayed at the Boat House and loved it. It was very clean, updated, had all amenities needed and the private beach was perfect. The location was quiet and within close range to the tunnel of trees, Petoskey, parks and shopping. I recommend going to the Pond Hill Farm (5 minutes away) for plenty of children activities, food, beverages and a band. We had a great stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Pam Comer

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Dave and I have always loved traveling and have stayed in many vacation rentals over the past 20 years. We originally built the garage apartment next door for our son and his family but they're only here for 2 weeks a year. Now we want to share our slice of beach, lake and fun with fellow travelers.

Why they chose this property

The cottage next door, where we live fulltime, was built in 1880 and moved from Harbor Point to its current location by horses across frozen Lake Michigan at the turn of the 20th Century. My great grandparents, grandparents, my father, my aunts, myself, my children and now my grandchildren have spent every summer here since 1920 when my father was brought up here on the train in a laundry basket!

What makes this property unique

My grandfather came up to Bay View when he was eleven. He came back up in 1920 looking for a summer rental for his young family to escape the heat in Indianapolis. My grandmother vetted his choices over the phone by asking, "How do you get to the beach?" The other two cottages involved crossing railroad tracks and roads. When talking about this cottage, the answer was, "You just cross the sidewalk."

Languages:

English

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