All-season outdoor adventures await at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental home nestled amongst the trees in Harbor Springs. The home’s unbeatable location offers easy access to beaches, local attractions, scenic hiking trails, and Little Traverse Wheelway, as well as Main Street filled with an abundance of souvenir shops and waterfront dining. Come winter, bring your ski equipment to enjoy downhill and cross-country ski trails located at nearby Nubs Nob Ski Resort and Boyne Highlands Resort!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Quiet Area | Large Backyard | Fire Pit | 3 Mi to Harbor Springs
Boasting all the at-home modern comforts and amenities as well as ample private outdoor entertainment space, this secluded home is the ideal destination to host your next family vacation to beautiful Northern Michigan.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress, Pack 'n Play, Crib
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished deck, gas grill, fire pit w/ Adirondack chairs INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, stone fireplace, dining table, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishware/flatware, breakfast bar w/ seating for 3 GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, central heating, ceiling fans, high chair FAQ: Quiet hours (10:00 PM - 8:00 AM), no A/C PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
SUMMER RECREATION: Little Traverse Wheelway (250 feet), Petoskey State Park (2.8 miles), Zorn Park Beach (3.5 miles), Bayfront Park (6.9 miles), Bear River Valley Recreation Area (7.2 miles), Tunnel of Trees (13.5 miles) GOLF: Harbor Point Golf Club (4.6 miles), Boyne Golf (4.9 miles), Chestnut Valley Golf Course (7.1 miles), Crooked Tree Golf Club (10.6 miles), Bay Harbor Golf Club (12.2 miles) FISHING CHARTERS: Wild Rise Outfitters (4.0 miles), Plumber's Helper Charter Service (10.1 miles), Rodzilla Charters (10.2 miles), Northern Exposure Charters (10.2 miles) WINTER ACTIVITIES: Ice sailing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, Nubs Nob Ski Resort (3.5 miles), Boyne Highlands Resort (4.1 miles), Petoskey Winter Sports Park (6.6 miles), Boyne Mountain Ski Resort (23.8 miles) BREWERIES/WINERIES: Petoskey Brewing (3.0 miles), Beards Brewery (6.8 miles), Maple Moon Sugarbush and Winery (7.3 miles), Petoskey Farms Vineyard & Winery (7.4 miles), Mackinaw Trail Winery & Brewery - Petoskey (10.4 miles) AIRPORT: Pellston Regional Airport (16.6 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - Absolutely no events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM - NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 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
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9510513
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 holiday home is on the waterfront. Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Cheboiganing Preserve. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Happy Days and Nights Winery - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell/KFC - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Culver's - 7 min drive
Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - 2 min drive
Petoskey Brewing - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway?
As of 4 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway on 4 Aug, 2026 start from S$571, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway located?
This family-friendly Harbor Springs holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Nub's Nob Ski Area and Petoskey State Park. Pleasantview Winery and Happy Days and Nights Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We decided to do a little weekend getaway from MN - brought our bikes and hit the bike trail from Harbor Springs to Petoskey. Loved the area - so beautiful and charming. Would definitely come back! The house was pretty big for just the two of us, but excellent location for biking so we chose it and weren't disappointed.
We loved the restaurants in the area, and traveled the Tunnel of Trees, loved the waterfront in Harbor Springs and Petoskey, hit the casino (even won some money!) and did a day trip to a couple wineries and Hop Lot in Sutton's Bay. All in all - excellent trip!
The house was in a beautiful setting. It was so peaceful and quiet.
It had everything we needed.
The host responded quickly when we had concerns about ants but the problem was eventually solved.
My only concern was the stairs had no railings and that could present a problem to some.
I would definitely recommend
it for families or 3 couples as it is quite large.
Overall it was a perfect place to celebrate a big birthday.
Our family booked a last minute Covid Christmas Ski Trip at this home and could not have been happier with our stay. The house is located just a few minutes from both the ski resorts and downtown Harbor Springs. The home itself is beautiful and looks like it has been recently updated with newer furniture and very comfortable beds. Everything was spotless and clean when we arrived. Fabulous kitchen with all the cooking utensils you could need and a nice big dining room table. We cooked big Christmas Eve and Christmas dinners with no problem at all. The living room is very cozy with an amazing view of the surrounding woods. Lots of space and beds overall which could comfortably fit 2 families for a long stay. It was so nice to have an attached garage for our ski trip. Thanks for a great stay!
The home is a good value overall if you don’t expect perfection.
Pros:
- easy access via keypad
- comfortable queen bed upstairs
- fireplace - only used ecologs, could have used more
- nice location, easy access to skiing and local towns within 10 minutes
Cons:
- wear and tear / sloppy updates
- not the cleanest - chunk of dust on fans, pee on toilets, hair/fur/crumbs all over carpet and furniture, large dead flies upstairs
- would appreciate more supplies rather than rationing what was provided (only 1 fire log, dishwasher pod, towel, etc per day). We ended up having to go purchase additional supplies. No soaps in bathrooms.
- random kitchen collection - it would be nice to have a larger, cohesive dish and drink ware set. Didn’t love having to wash every plate/cup to have enough for the next meal. Also, would prefer to drink out of glassware instead of plastic. It would also be nice to have more than one leftovers container. There were a large variety of utensils so that kind of makes up for it.
Lauren H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
7 Feb, 2023
Fantastic Stay! Super close to Skiing!
Had an amazing stay! Perfect location for skiing! Only a 10 minute drive to the highlands and nubs knob! Also great location to downtown Petoskey and Harbour Springs (only like 10 minutes to each from the house!)
Home had a nice well equipped kitchen with plenty of dining space. Also loved the upnorth feel with the wood accents and stone fireplace. Very cozy!
Would come back to stay in a heartbeat!
Everything was amazing from check in to check out. Exactly as advertised with even a few little perks we didn’t expect. We would definitely stay here again if we come back to this area.
Great location for access to local ski resorts. Nice new exterior paint. We enjoyed the rental.
Randall M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Matt
2 Sept, 2021
Great Location
This home is in a great location. During our two week stay we visited several small towns, road the bike path, golfed, went to some hidden beaches, dined at local restaurants, etc. The home itself is nice, but with a few changes, it could be awesome. It really needs storage for clothes…dressers, nightstands. We did not want to live out of suitcases for 2 weeks. A few extra items in kitchen would be good, such as glass wine glasses. Owner should also seriously consider installing air conditioning. The humidity level was incredibly high during our stay. Bedding, towels, carpeting all felt damp the entire time. Long term, this cannot be good for contents of home.
Kim, property manager, was great...she found us a dresser for so we could unpack our clothes. She also gave us several awesome recommendations on places to go and things to do.
We had a nice time away staying here for a week. It’s located close to the Petoskey State park and Harbor Springs. The access to the wheelway is great if that’s what you’re looking for. It’s very private and nice for fires out in the back. It is a drive to get to downtown Petoskey or Harbor Springs, but overall a good location. Property manager was responsive.
Deana A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lorena
13 May, 2021
Nice quiet area
This house was located In a nice quiet area but close to petoskey and harbor springs. Check in was very easy. We really enjoyed our time in the area. The only downfall was seating for adults. With one couch and one small rocker that didn’t seem to work well and was starting to break, it would’ve been nice to have a little more seating in the living area where we spent most of our time. There was not enough seating for 8 adults. There was also quite a few ants around the house when we stayed which I’m assuming is for this time of year. The beds were very clean and comfortable and everything had been cleaned well.
Lorena
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2022
Hi Lorena, the homeowner would like to share the following: "We appreciate your feedback, Lorena, and are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for bringing the issues you mentioned to our attention—guest satisfaction is our top priority and we are taking care of them! We'll also look into reconfiguring the living room layout to allow for additional seating. Thanks for staying with us!"
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lorena
13 May, 2021
Nice quiet area
This house was located In a nice quiet area but close to petoskey and harbor springs. Check in was very easy. We really enjoyed our time in the area. The only downfall was seating for adults. With one couch and one small rocker that didn’t seem to work well and was starting to break, it would’ve been nice to have a little more seating in the living area where we spent most of our time. There was not enough seating for 8 adults. There was also quite a few ants around the house when we stayed which I’m assuming is for this time of year. The beds were very clean and comfortable and everything had been cleaned well.
Lorena
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2022
Hi Lorena, the homeowner would like to share the following: "We appreciate your feedback, Lorena, and are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for bringing the issues you mentioned to our attention—guest satisfaction is our top priority and we are taking care of them! We'll also look into reconfiguring the living room layout to allow for additional seating. Thanks for staying with us!"
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lorena
13 May, 2021
Nice quiet area
This house was located In a nice quiet area but close to petoskey and harbor springs. Check in was very easy. We really enjoyed our time in the area. The only downfall was seating for adults. With one couch and one small rocker that didn’t seem to work well and was starting to break, it would’ve been nice to have a little more seating in the living area where we spent most of our time. There was not enough seating for 8 adults. There was also quite a few ants around the house when we stayed which I’m assuming is for this time of year. The beds were very clean and comfortable and everything had been cleaned well.
Lorena
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2022
Hi Lorena, the homeowner would like to share the following: "We appreciate your feedback, Lorena, and are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for bringing the issues you mentioned to our attention—guest satisfaction is our top priority and we are taking care of them! We'll also look into reconfiguring the living room layout to allow for additional seating. Thanks for staying with us!"
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lorena
13 May, 2021
Nice quiet area
This house was located In a nice quiet area but close to petoskey and harbor springs. Check in was very easy. We really enjoyed our time in the area. The only downfall was seating for adults. With one couch and one small rocker that didn’t seem to work well and was starting to break, it would’ve been nice to have a little more seating in the living area where we spent most of our time. There was not enough seating for 8 adults. There was also quite a few ants around the house when we stayed which I’m assuming is for this time of year. The beds were very clean and comfortable and everything had been cleaned well.
Lorena
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2022
Hi Lorena, the homeowner would like to share the following: "We appreciate your feedback, Lorena, and are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for bringing the issues you mentioned to our attention—guest satisfaction is our top priority and we are taking care of them! We'll also look into reconfiguring the living room layout to allow for additional seating. Thanks for staying with us!"
Family of five with three daughters under 11. Easy check in process, all via email. Very clean house. Kitchen had anything you could need for meals. Outdoor space was perfect for roasting marshmallows with firewood provided. House is larger than what pictures seem to depict. Location is perfect for getting into town. Literally no issues. Thank you for sharing your home.