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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Harbor Springs, MI
  • Place, Andrew J. Blackbird Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Donald Ross Memorial Course
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Harbor Springs Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Harbor Springs • Blocks from Lake & Downtown

Enjoy the best of spring, summer, and fall at this peaceful retreat on a beautiful 3-acre property just outside downtown Harbor Springs. This spacious home sleeps 8 comfortably and offers an easy, relaxed layout—perfect for families or groups traveling together.

Gather around the table for shared meals, unwind with board games or the card table, and enjoy plenty of room to spread out. A convenient mudroom makes it easy to manage shoes, beach bags, bikes, or hiking gear, and there’s ample parking for multiple vehicles.

Step outside to enjoy quiet mornings, fresh Up North air, and nature all around—or take a short three-block walk to downtown Harbor Springs for shopping, dining, and local favorites. Whether you’re here for summer lake days, fall color tours, or a peaceful spring reset, this home is the perfect base for your Northern Michigan getaway.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. You'll find features such as laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum
Harbor Springs • Blocks from Lake & Downtown offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn heat to 55
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadlock
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Harbor Home Harbor Springs
Downtown Harbor Home Harbor Springs
Downtown Harbor Home Private vacation home
Downtown Harbor Home Private vacation home Harbor Springs

Harbor Springs • Blocks from Lake & Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and super close to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay and the house was pet friendly! Very much appreciated. Nice walk into town and close to Nubs Nob for skiing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love harbor springs and enjoyed a couple nights in this comfortable place. It was close to everything we like to do like shopping in Harbor Springs, skiiing at Nubs Nob and swimming at the local pool.Well maintained, including snow removal on this difficult winter.Excellent communication on very short notice.Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean pet friendly lots of space ample kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Harbor Springs

Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, close to town, Petoskey and Pellston. Beds very comfortable and kitchen well stocked, very neat and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kallie L.

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

Perfect spot

We planned a stay here, close to the Highlands for a ski trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Great location

Very comfortable place to stay in Harbor Springs. Convenient to everything we wanted to do. Appreciate that the house is dog friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb S.

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

Nostalgic Cottage - Great Location

Classic Michigan cottage with all the charm. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Quick ski getaway

Convenient for ski weekend with college age kids, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James P.

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

Cool Place

Nice old school place
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriel W.

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

Winter Stay

The stay was nice. The location was perfect. It was quiet and you can walk to downtown. The beds were very firm but that could be good or bad depending on your preference.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Great location in harbor springs

This home sits a short walk away from bluff drive and downtown harbor springs. The home was as advertised and met all our needs during our stay. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tracy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Location

The house is located a short walk to Main Street in Harbor Springs. Location was great. House is older, but was set up to easily accommodate our two families who stayed the weekend for a sporting tournament. We did alert the owner to a couple of things that needed attention regarding cleanliness that I’m hoping will be attended to. Overall, it was an okay stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Great weekend getaway

Place was a great value. It was exactly what we were looking for in a weekend getaway. It has all the necessary amenities and the charm of a quaint cottage. If you are looking for lots of TVs and modern upgrades you may want to look elsewhere, but the location and property are perfect for getting to all the local attractions. Check-in Check-out was seamless.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Fall Fun

Had a lovely time at this property. We hope to come back again. House needs a little bit of updates. Very charming home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Snowmobile trip

2 blocks from trail head
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dione M.

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

Quaibt and Cozy

This is our second stay here and we will be back. The area is historic and sweet and the homes location is central to most things in the area. The house is rustic, lived in and charming. There is plenty of room for the whole family including your pets. The not shiny new and perfect makes you feel like you are visiting your hrandma.perfect
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

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

Nice home in great location

Large home perfect for a large group of 10 people. Comfortable living room. One first floor bedroom. Plenty of table space. The bonus room was perfect for the kids, bunk beds, couch that makes into bed and their own TV. They loved having their own place. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dione

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy comfortable and lived in. Did not feel like i had to worry my kids might make a mess. They even had a table and chairs to use in the living room for the kids to craft or play games. We loved it and plan on coming back to this house again. Lots of room inside and out to spread out for our family.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Street

Large home Something felt a bit off... Everything in the home needs a refresh A bit of thoughtful organization can go a long way The rental was intended just for sleeping so it served its purpose
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marjorie R.

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

Winter 2024

Lovely older home near lots of trees. In a great location. Was very clean and true too description on listing. Would suggest they have firewood for the wood burning stove they describe in the property description. The only issue we had was with the 1st floor bathroom shower and some squirrels who might of gotten in to some walls. But it is an older home so not 100% from where the noise came from.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PHIL P.

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

Peaceful charming getaway

Located in a historic side of Harbor Springs this house has plenty of space for our 6 guests, an infant and dogs. Neighboring up to an elementary and middle school, great playgrounds for kiddos. Fenced in backyard for dogs to enjoy. A few blocks from downtown, grocery, harbor, this was an excellent location for a relaxing time with family. Felt very safe. Only downfall would be a little musty, had to open windows upon arrival and that took care of it. A few stains on the carpets but nothing egregious. House was STOCKED with pots/pans/towels/truly everything needed. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024