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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Harbor Springs, MI
  • Tunnel of Trees
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • The Highlands
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Kids Bunk Room

1 Double Murphy Bed and 2 Single Beds

Lower Level - Guest 2

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level - TV Room

1 Double Futon

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Upstairs Guest 1

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Your Lake Michigan/Lake Front Vacation Starts Here! Weekly discounts available.

Located on coveted Lower Shore Drive (Tunnel of Trees) - where sand, dunes and birch and cedar trees meet. This private, charming lake house has 150 feet of sandy beach frontage with stunning lake views from the main living area, large entertaining deck and the master suite. The home offers 3 bedrooms (plus kids bunk area), 3 full and 1 half baths and comfortably sleeps 8 people (King, 2 Queens, 2 single beds w/ trundle, and pull out sofa). Enjoy endless walks on the sandy beach, morning swims in the crystal clear fresh water of Lake MI, afternoons playing in the water (2 kayaks and 2 paddle boards), and nightly sunsets. The home is located in the solitude of Lower Shore Drive and only minutes to downtown Harbor Springs.

Property manager

Larry Wingard

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve, while Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and Little Traverse History Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Thorne Swift Nature Preserve - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The Highlands - 27 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 28 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road Provisions - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pier Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pierson's Grille & Spirits - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Chang Cuisine - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Out To Lunch - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Lake Michigan Front Vacation Starts Here... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Lake Michigan Front Vacation Starts Here...?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Lake Michigan Front Vacation Starts Here...?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Lake Michigan Front Vacation Starts Here... located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tunnel of Trees and Lake Michigan. Thorne Swift Nature Preserve is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Great Place to Enjoy Michigan

We had 6 adults stay here for a family vacation (myself, my wife, our adult kids and one of their spouses). The size of the home, amenities and location were perfect for us! Everyone in our family enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed cooking foil packs and s'mores while watching sunsets on the beach. We also had room in the home to relax and play games. We ate a few meals in and found the kitchen to be well equipped. The location was perfect for exploring that part of Michigan where we enjoyed local wineries, the town of Harbor Springs (including the Farmers Market). We rode bikes on the roads and trails in the area and we drove to Mackinac Island one day. Thank you to the owners for making this home available for families to enjoy!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Property Review

Our stay exceeded our expections. The house was clean and orderly and met our needs. There were plenty of kitchen utensils. The appliances, including the grill, worked well. When there was an issue with the heater, the owner and the maintenance person were very responsive. The next time we are in Harbor Springs we would definitely stay in this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

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

Location can’t be beat!

We loved the location of this house as well as the private beach. You are definitely paying for the beach and the location. The house has beautiful views and enough space for a family. The kitchen we well equipped and easy to fix up meals with the grill right off the kitchen. A few problems were noticed. No A/C is never a deal breaker for us especially on the lake but more than half of the windows were inoperable which made getting air flow hard (especially on the main level that has no fans). We also noticed a camera drilled into a cabinet in the kitchen facing into the whole main living area. We didn’t like the possibility of being on display. The last thing is the walk to the beach can be a little treacherous but we were able to do it several times a day. Overall we enjoyed our stay and it was a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Magical

We had one of the best trips of our lives and I have been visiting harbor springs and all around little traverse bay for 30 years now. The coastline is magnificent and unlike any other place we have found. The house is perfect in its set up for a family vacation. We visited during the busiest week of the year and it felt like we had the whole lake to ourselves. We can’t wait to get back. Thanks so much to the owners for sharing this place with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mate S.

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

Harbor Springs

We had a week long family vacation that was wonderful. The house is great with its own beach front.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Thanks!

Great time at a great place. Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary M., United States

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

Great couple getaway

Loved staying at lower shore! Really nice beach with miles to walk and discover beautiful rock. The scenic shore is shallow and rocky in some places but makes it great for kayaking. Fit our mellow needs well. Not a lot of people on beach which is a great plus. The house sits up higher from the shore and there is a woodland trail down (about a 3 walk). Owner was fantastic and super responsive to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Relaxing, beautiful property

My husband and I stayed at the property for 2 weeks and thoroughly enjoyed listening to the waves, enjoying the sunsets on the private beach and spending quality time together. The home is in a private setting along the tunnel of trees and was very comfortable with everything we needed in the kitchen and bathrooms. The large living/family area has lots of windows and a great view of Lake Michigan. Bedrooms were comfortable and had lots of closet space. Our adult children visited on the weekend and went into town for dinner and ice cream. The owner was incredibly responsive. We will definatly be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete D.

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

Wonderful Harbor Springs Lake Michigan Property

We stayed for 16 beautiful days in July! The property fit our needs very well. The lower level was perfect for our adult son who has Autism, a place to call his own for our stay. Everything in the home was in good working order. The sunsets are beautiful from the beach!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig V.

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

Family had a great time

Clean, fun property up along our favorite Michigan beach. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

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

Beautiful sunsets!

We had a wonderful week in this beautiful cottage! The location is wonderful, with gorgeous views of Lake Michigan. There is a short hike down to the beach and we loved being able to enjoy the beach during the day, as well as beach bonfires at sunset. Thanks for a fabulous week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Judy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Bed trouble

Be careful in booking this. The four bedrooms are a bit deceptive. Two of the bedrooms contain double beds not queen size. And the bunks have mattresses that are barely adequate. Otherwise the house is fantastic.

10/10 Excellent

Mari M.

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

Fantastic and Peaceful Relaxation

Between the beach, great view, water toys, nearby hikes and lively towns to explore, it was perfect. The kids loved beach hunting for rocks. The house is lovely and the pictures absolutely don’t do it any justice. Stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandi E.

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

Perfect for a family getaway

We loved our stay in Harbor Springs. This house was perfect for our family (ages 2-60) The private beach made it even better! Short drive to downtown for amazing restaurants and shopping. Host was excellent to communicate with and house had everything we needed for the week. Will absolutely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Paul W.

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

Lake House

We really enjoyed our 7 days with many beautiful sunsets and great bonfires. The canoes and paddle boards were great for the kids. Owner was easy to communicate with. Harbor Springs is perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristine V.

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

Great family trip

The beach on the property is truly stunning! We had a great time swimming, paddle boarding, rock hunting and biking. The owner was responsive to any questions and needs and addresses issues immediately as they arose.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Daniel K.

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

Very satisfied

We had a great time and very happy with the accommodations.

About the host

Hosted by Larry Wingard

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