Aqua Cove on All Sports Harper Lake

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8102.2 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

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Irons, MI

Harper Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Elbow Lake
‪18 min walk‬
Sand Lake
‪12 min drive‬
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunkroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Loft

1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

This Historic Cottage was completely remodeled down to the studs and just finished by a local master carpenter the winter of 2020. A
The exposed oak ceiling feature remains an original to the home.

Air conditioning installed spring of 2022!! Yay!

NEW!!! An outdoor shower has been added July 2023!!

NEW!!! A large Cement firepit area has been added Fall 2023!!

The open living concept provides two bedrooms, a loft and sleeps up to 8 guests very comfortably. Enjoy the all new kitchen with an eye catching ten foot long island which seats 6-8 people along with a bistro table. The kitchen comes equipped with everything you could want.

The sunroom will quickly become one of your favorite areas in the cottage. It has wall to wall windows viewing the dock, lake and beautiful woods. The living room and sunroom have genuine leather couches and chairs that are as comfortable as they look.

The all new bathroom provides white towels for your whole family! Across the hall from the bathroom is a closet with a stackable washer and dryer.

Relax in the master bedroom which overlooks the lake. It has a BRAND new queen pillow top mattress ( October 2021 ) along with crisp white sheets and comfy pillows. Close the custom sliding barn door for some privacy. Sleep four in the cozy bunk room with two sets of twin over twin bunk beds. All brand new mattresses and bedding. Climb up the ladder to a small loft with a full pillow top mattress that sleeps two.

Enjoy the sunshine on all sports Harper Lake! Have fun swimming in the very clean spring fed water. Make memories with the provided paddle boat, stand up paddle board, kayaks and floating raft. Relax on the swing over the water or take a quick paddle over to the island with trails to explore. Fish on Harper lake or take a short drive to the Little Manistee river, Tippy Dam backwaters or one of the other many nearby lakes. Public boat launch is just around the corner from our place. The dock is long enough for two boats at the cottage.

* NEW Summer 2022 - a pontoon boat is now available for rent during your stay. Please contact us for information & pricing.

There is much more exploring to do in any season! Walk the trails, mountain bike, ORV, or snowmobile! Half of Lake County is covered by state and federal land. The Manistee River Trail, North Country Trail, The Big M , Caberfae Peaks, Crystal Mountain, over 200 miles of ORV and over 300 miles of snowmobile trails are all in the area.

Property manager

Heather

Languages

English

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Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Irons

Located in Irons, this cottage is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Huron-Manistee National Forest and Harper Lake can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Fawn Crest Golf Course. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.

Irons, MI

What's nearby

Harper Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Elbow Lake - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Elk Township Hall - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Sand Lake - 12 min drive - 8.1 km
Tippy Dam Recreation Area - 47 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

‪Oak Grove Tavern - ‬8 min drive
‪Irons Cafe - ‬8 min drive
‪Blossom's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
‪Lumberjack's Lodge & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aqua Cove on All Sports Harper Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aqua Cove on All Sports Harper Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aqua Cove on All Sports Harper Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aqua Cove on All Sports Harper Lake located?

This family-friendly Irons cottage is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Huron-Manistee National Forest and Harper Lake. Horseshoe Lake and Elbow Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

suzette H.

17 December 2024

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

Very nice place on the lake

Second time we have stayed. Has everything you need. Very cozy and comfortable. The scenery is beautiful with the snow. Heather is super nice and an excellent host ! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krysten V.

14 October 2024

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

Quiet

Nice place to reconnect with nature.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea O.

18 August 2024

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

Great stay!

House was clean and perfect for our needs. It had rained a bit so we didn’t use the lake as much as we wanted but still had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 October 2024

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

Excellent place to stay

Honestly, this was my first favorite place ever been traveling for the past 20 years very clean up to date. Everything was available in the house A2Z the homeowner was very polite and easy to contact the Homeowner for sure we go back there again and soon future.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

todd m.

23 September 2024

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

Quick get away

Nice space. Sunsets were Beautiful. Very clean and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzette H.

28 May 2024

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

Quiet Cove

Very nice, super clean, great location and the lake is beautiful. It was fun seeing the fish while drinking coffee on the dock in the morning. Heather was a great host !

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

13 October 2023

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

Fall family vacation

We had a wonderful stay, everything was as described, the cottage was perfect for our group.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelina E.

16 August 2023

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

Paradise cove

I must say this is one of the best places I have rented thus far it was even better than the pictures they do no Justice to this beautiful modern cottage on the lake the view was mesmerizing the amenities fit my family perfectly this is definitely a place you want to rent to just get away for some relaxation I would definitely rent here again if I were in irons Michigan.☺️👍👍👍👌🙏😊🤗💖

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Avijit V.

21 November 2020

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

Amazing place to stay

This place is incredible. The pictures don’t do this house justice. It’s literally the total package when you are looking for a place for family to stay and enjoy the outdoors. We come to Irons every year during the Salmon run and we will definitely be coming back and staying here next year. Awesome property, awesome amenities, awesome owners. Can’t beat that.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

DAVID M.

13 August 2023

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

Family Vacation From Florida

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at your lake house. The house was adorable and comfortable. The property was beautiful. We couldn't get enough of the beautiful lake. Coming from Florida, we were so amazed by the ability to swim and do water activities in the lake without the fear of snakes and/or alligators. Loved the paddle boat, paddle board and kayaks. Water was crystal clear. We can't wait to return in the future. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

6 June 2023

Disliked: Communication, location

Beware! Greedy host.

If you want the host to return your deposit, you must wash the dishes, do the laundry and clean up so that the cleaning lady does not have to clean even though they charge you $150 as a cleaning fee. If you want relaxing vacation and not to worry about whether the host will return the deposit, choose another house.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

21 June 2023

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

Flawless Experience

I stayed here for a guy's weekend with some friends and we all had a blast. We were all very impressed with the amenities and have no complaints. The home is stocked well and very clean, the floor plan is great, the beds are comfortable, there are so many things to do in the area and even just on the property (there are games in the closets, the shed, a bunch of kayaks and a paddle boat, a fire pit, grill, and picnic table, etc), the lake and pontoon were an amazing time, and I look forward to coming back again. I loved the location at the end of the road and the general secluded feel of the home. There are markets and diners in the area (M-55, Kozy Kitchen, and the Dublin General Store) which were very unique and all were great. The check in and check out instructions were very clear and simple to execute, and everything needed to do so was provided. Thank you Heather, we will be back soon!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

JENNIFER W.

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

It was nice, just wasn't for us

The property was okay. The reasons it wasn't for us are really our personal preferences but I'll note some things I wish I had known before booking. This property has a no smoking and no vaping ANYWHERE on the property policy. I am an ex-smoker and I do not vape but if I did I would have been pretty upset to arrive and read this. Usually, when I read no smoking I think that means indoors, not the whole property. The owner does note they have cameras to make sure you "follow the rules". The location was much further than I hoped from what we wanted to do and it wasn't as secluded as I expected. We didn't enjoy the lake as we had hoped due to the boat rental being unavailable, we tried the peddle boat but within 5 minutes of being in it, the seats were filled with water. The kayaks were a little intimidating for my younger teens on an all-sports lake with people whipping around on jet skis. The space felt small with just one bathroom and beds were just okay. I need a softer mattress topper and was excited about a pillowtop mattress but found these beds to feel more like a foam or hybrid bed so I didn't sleep well. We actually left early because my hips and shoulders hurt from the bed. Overall Heather was a good host. I felt there should have been better amenities for what we paid. Also, the extra work you need to do at checkout was more than I expected at that rate. Overall this felt like a typical old-school Michigan vacation rental, nothing super special.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

6 November 2022

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

Guys Weekend

Great spot on Harper lake - beautiful location, well appointed house.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

12 October 2022

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

“On Golden Pond”

My husband and I enjoyed our 3 day stay at Aqua Cove. Beautiful place to relax and take in the fall colors (which were in full display)! Favorite place was the sun room ~ the view to Harper Lake was awesome! We were blessed to have great fall weather. My favorite activity was pedaling the paddle boat - calm water, sunny and lake to ourselves. Very quiet area too! Thanks for sharing Aqua Cove!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn F.

21 September 2022

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

Beautiful Property

My friends and I rented this property to have a relaxing girl's weekend and it was everything we could have asked for and more! The amenities were amazing and we were even able to rent a pontoon to tour the lake. Will absolutely be returning!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky Y.

28 August 2022

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

Great Vacation

We had a great time at Aqua Cove! Our family needed a get away to bond with our new exchange student, and this place was perfect! Thank you for such a beautiful home and location!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

20 August 2022

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

Memories that will last a lifetime

We were looking to just get away from everything for a few days before getting back into the school groove and Aqua Cove delivered! We had a wonderful time in this beautiful cottage. The kids loved collecting shells. They were also excited to go swimming in Lake Michigan in both nearby Ludington and Manistee. Thank you for your hospitality!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

15 August 2022

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

Always a relaxing time

Stayed at this property multiple times. It has a very private feel being at the end of the road and in a cove on the lake. Great location. Very clean and inviting space. Always look forward to this trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

5 July 2022

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

Didn't want to leave!

We had a wonderful time! It was everything we expected and more! Very clean. The kitchen was stocked with all the essentials, this made mealtime so convenient. The linens and beds were so cozy and comfortable. The loft was definitely a hit. The living room & sunroom were very comfortable. Many games were provided indoors and out. Spike ball is a new family favorite. My favorite parts were early morning and sunset kayaking. The boys enjoyed the paddleboard and we were able to rent a pontoon boat. Delivered right to the dock, so easy and convenient. Thank you Heather! Truly a wonderful stay and we definitely plan to come again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

25 June 2022

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

Absolutely perfect getaway

Our stay was perfect. The house is very clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything you need. Beds are comfortable and there are plenty of towels and blankets. The lake is perfect. Shallow enough for wading and clear enough to watch the turtles and fish. We caught bass, bluegill, and pickerel from the paddle boat and kayaks and right off the dock. Water lilies were blooming. The lake is quiet and peaceful and perfect for paddle boarding and kayaking which we did constantly. The view from the house and the decks is fantastic. Easy to communicate with the host. We will rent here again for sure! I can’t recommend this place enough and plan to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roland M.

16 May 2022

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

Great times

Everything was great had the best time with friends even though the mushrooms were not there this year we will be back next season for another try at finding the elusive mushrooms

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

7 April 2022

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

Perfect getaway

Our family loved our days at Aqua Cove. The weather didn't cooperate and the lake was still frozen, but the decor and views plus the easy drive to Sleeping Bear Dunes more than made up for it! The kids loved the bunk beds and the loft, plus the owners stocked the closet with books, coloring pages, games and toys. My husband and I loved the open kitchen and million dollar views. We had a terrific three nights and made many lasting memories. We hope to return soon !

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRETT M.

21 February 2022

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

Wonderful place for a long weekend getaway!

Great time had by all.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yliana V.

1 January 2022

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

Winter Getaway

We loved our stay here! The area was absolutely beautiful under the recent snowfall and the nighttime sky filled with stars. Everything was homey and comfortable - we had everything we needed. We enjoyed the basketball pad, the fire pit and took a nearby hike which our host recommended :) everything was great, and we would 10/10 stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Heather

We have been Enjoying Harper Lake since childhood. We loved it so much we wanted to be able to enjoy it year round with our family of 6, so we purchased & remodeled Aqua Cove. Since we are a busy family, we still want everyone to enjoy our HAPPY PLACE as much as we do when we aren't able to be there. We hope you all LOVE it too.

We are available during your stay via text, or calls. We will give you complete privacy, but we are available to answer questions and take care of any issues you encounter.
Our housekeepers and handyman live in the area, so they are available to assist you if needed.

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