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View of the the bay is worth the stay. Beaver Island Harbor View Cottage

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Beaver Island, MI
  • Toy Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Beaver Island Community Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Old Mormon Print Shop Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 1

2 Single Beds

Upstairs 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Master Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs-Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

View of the the bay is worth the stay. Beaver Island Harbor View Cottage

A view of the bay is worth the stay! A breath-taking view (180°) of the beaver island harbor (Paradise Bay) overlooking the entire village of St. James. A spacious and comfortable retreat awaits you with all the comforts of a serene and peaceful getaway. Complete with a full front deck for watching the sail boats enter the harbor and front row seats to Lake Michigan’s most stunning sunsets.

********** No pets, we are an allergy free cottage ***********
-Over-looking Beaver Island’s main harbor with (180°) view
-3 bedroom house, sleeps 6
-1 bedroom master lower w/queen bed and master bathroom with shower
-2 bedrooms upper with twin beds and newly renovated bathroom with shower
-Fireplace, pot-belly stove
-Front and rear decks with deck furniture
-Weber Charcoal grill
-Fully equipped newly renovated kitchen (range, dishwasher, microwave, coffee-maker, toaster, dishes, pots, and pans)
-Dining area
-Linens included (bed linens, sheets, towels)
-Satellite television, stereo system
-Wi-Fi Internet connectivity
-In town, overlooking the bay, minutes to shopping, stores, and ferry dock
-No Smoking
-****No pets***
-Monthly rates available

Call today to reserve your week in Northern Michigan’s emerald Isle.

Property manager

Keith & Sheri Pierson :-)
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Beach view

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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
Please, 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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Beaver Island

Located in Beaver Island, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Michigan and Jewell Gillespie Park Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Beaver Island Community Center and The Marine Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Beaver Island, MI

What's nearby

  • Toy Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Beaver Island Community Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Old Mormon Print Shop Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Marine Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Jewell Gillespie Park Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Strawberry Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beaver Island Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Point Brewing - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Daddy Franks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Bay Coffee Shop - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is View of the the bay is worth the stay. Beaver Island Harbor View Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at View of the the bay is worth the stay. Beaver Island Harbor View Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at View of the the bay is worth the stay. Beaver Island Harbor View Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is View of the the bay is worth the stay. Beaver Island Harbor View Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Toy Museum and Lake Michigan. Beaver Island Community Center and Old Mormon Print Shop Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

Fantastic Location, Wonderful Hosts - One of the best spots on the Island

The property is in an ideal spot on the island with close walkability to town and the north end light house. The house is very clean and is exceptionally well appointed. It has everything you need for a wonderful stay and everything is easy to find. The hosts are quick to respond and dedicated to making sure your stay is the very best. It is one of the best VRBO properties I have ever stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

dale s.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Quiet piece of island

The house was old and needs bug bombed. The upstairs bedroom bed was not at all level - it was like sleeping at a decline with your feet higher than your head. Going to pass on this one next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra K.

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

Great location near the ferry and historic district

Rented this property for a senior adult sibling getaway. Beautiful view of the harbor and walking distance from restaurants, cafes, and even a brewery as well as historic places to visit. Enough sleeping space for 5 adults with a kitchen well stocked for cooking and serving meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Amazing view!

The house was very clean, comfortable, and cozy. The communication with the owner was great. We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect with a great view!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Convenient Location

This house was the perfect location and size for our group. We were able to walk to the events we came to the island for. Loved that there were two full bathrooms and washer and dryer. The view was spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

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

Island harbor

Comfortable stay as usual. Keith and Sheri are great hosts. The addition of the sound system was great and upgrades to the upstairs were on point.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

On BI, 2024

This property is very well maintained and the up-graded first floor (super kitchen) is very comfortable. We enjoyed walking to the village shops and front porch and back deck were utilized with comfort. A view of the harbor and the traffic on the bay was interesting. Only drawback was lack of access to the shoreline. Our regular stays at The Rest of our Lives had a beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayme S.

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

Beaver trip 2024

We had a great time and were very impressed with the owner’s communication. The ferry had last minute issues but Keith texted me even before BIBCO called. They were able to get the house ready 4 hours before we had planned on arriving! The view is the best and we lived the home! Hope to come bsck
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Beaver Island Harbor view

Awesome place. Fully equipped and ready for a casual, worry free vacation. The hosts were great with communication and everything was seamless. A great stay! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie W.

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

Another great stay

This was our second time staying at BI Harbor View Cottage. Beautiful view of the harbor, amazing location in town within walking/biking distance to the grocery store, ferry, shops, beach, historical sites/museums, trails, and more. Nice updates to the house since our last stay. Hosts are very responsive to any questions. It’s a great, cozy, clean place to stay, with amenities provided so we had to bring very little other than clothes and beach towels (and we chose to bring many of our groceries). Appreciate that everything else is provided with the house. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay, great location. The only down side was we thought the upstairs rooms had two twins each, instead one had a queen but we made it work. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved everything about Harbor View Cottage. The kitchen was well equipped. The furniture was comfortable. We loved sitting on the front porch and enjoying the harbor view. The location is easily walkable to the ferry, shopping & restaurants. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

We will be back

We had a great time visiting the island for the first time. My sons loved the location and the house. Thanks for being great hosts and communicating throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

We love the location of Keith & Sheri's house. It's nice to be able to walk into town, the lighthouse or just sit on the porch watching the ferry come & go. The location also offers a beautiful sunset view on the water and an easy drive to Donegal Bay for the sunset. We appreciate that the house was clean and the bed comfortable, and that the the kitchen and bathrooms have been updated. Keith, thank you for your responsiveness and we look forward to staying again on future visits!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

Beaver island fishing trip

Lovely lakeside cottage with well stocked kitchen that included a nice array of spices. Would enjoy staying again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Perfect weekend

Loved our stay. It was a friend group and the house was perfect for our stay! Very comfortable! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were looking for a nice, peaceful vacation and this was the spot! Close to the harbor, awesome views and the house was well equipped for us to dine in. I would definitely recommend this wonderful spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Place!

A wonderful cottage in a perfect location. Don’t change anything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni H., Jackson

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

Nice

The weather was very nice there. The cottage was very cozy and nice. The communication with the owners was very nice. If we needed anything they were there for us. We have been to beaver island two years in a row. You cannot get enough of the island. We maybe back again. Thank you for the wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Excellent Home Base to enjoy Beaver Island

This cottage is a solid home base if you’re exploring Beaver Island for the first time, or any time. Spacious, nice view of the bay, walking distance to the Whiskey Point Brewery, the market for groceries, and the small marine museum is almost directly across the street. It’s a 2-minute drive from the rest of the shops and dining Beaver has to offer. Aside from our mattress being pretty far gone, the cottage is comfortable and has everything you’ll need to stay for a few days or longer. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Great location

Well equipped easy check in had a great 2 day getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marne A.

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

Great location and view

The cottage was close to town and had a great view. It was clean and had everything we needed. The communication with the owners was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

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

Better then expected!!

Book the cottage!!! Everything was very clean Keith and Sherry thought of everything we could need while on the island! The location is perfect. Very close to you the downtown area, grocery store, etc. we had the best vacation. The cottage is updated with new appliances. I cannot say one bad thing. Thank you again for the wonderful time!! we will definitely be back! The view!!!!! Amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

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

Great location on the harbor!

Perfect spot, great accommodations. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

harbor view

we truly enjoyed our stay. everything you needed in a place to stay. walking distance to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Keith & Sheri Pierson :-)

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My family have been going to the island for nearly 50 years. My parents loved the charm and the beautiful lake Michigan scenery. Although my parents are no longer with us, I have been able to keep the tradition alive by bringing my children to the cottage. We still visit the island regularly and I savor the moments that I can spend reminiscing with my two boys of the times, and memories I had during the summers growing up on the island. It is, and will always be, a special place.

Why they chose this property

The cottage is ideally situated overlooking the harbor. The view is nothing less than spectacular. Sitting on the deck, watching the the boats sail by and enjoying the sunset is inspiring. Most of our guests say that just 'hanging out' on the deck and relaxing is one of the endearing qualities of the Beaver Island Harbor View.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is centrally located and over-looks the entire St. James township harbor, and is walking distance from grocery store, fish market, lighthouse, and ferry docks.

Languages:

English

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