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Spacious Pet Friendly Home w/Game & Exercise Room

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Game Room | New in 2024! Arcade games, shuffleboard, foosball, board games and pool table + popcorn machine!
Fall 2020
Game room
Popcorn Machine with multi toppings!
Back Patio with Blackstone Grill

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Harbor Springs, MI
  • Tunnel of Trees
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • The Highlands
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Pet Friendly Home w/Game & Exercise Room

This is truly Up North. A great place to escape --- enjoy year round activities...this is the perfect place to call home during your stay Up North. Spacious home in a quiet private setting located 5 miles North of Harbor.

•All bedrooms are located upstairs.
•Two pull out sofas are in the family room, see photos
•Game Room | New in 2024! Arcade games, shuffleboard, foosball, board games and pool table + popcorn machine!

I will respect your space, though this is a personal home. From time to time, I myself or my staff may need to access the garage or a trailer on site. I will contact you beforehand if this arises.

If you need anything, I am available.

Please contact me via your booking platform and myself or a team member will get back to you ASAP.

Quiet. Beautiful views year round. Nature/wildlife

There is 11 acres of land - what you can see in front of you and behind you in the woods to the hill (hard to see) is part of the property. There are a few trails directly behind the house.

As far as the home - the garage, office and some closets are locked off due to this being a personal home. There is still plenty of other space, as shown in the photos! :)

Beautiful country setting home in a secluded, private neighborhood off State Road, 5 miles north of Harbor Springs. The basement offers an exercise room, game room and additional family room (added in 2024). A spacious Master Bedroom offers a tub and walk-in shower. A tile floored kitchen with newer appliances and lots of extras for cooking!! 4 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, Wet Bar, Dining Room, Sunroom and Utility Room equipped with new large capacity washer and dryer. Enjoy Northern Michigan at its best with an over sized deck and an outdoor fire pit on 11 acres. Enjoy your ATV/ORV with trails leaving from the house. Golf or ski within minutes from this location. Ski resorts or beaches are located approx 10 minutes from this location and golf less than 5 minutes. Roast smores over a bonfire or play a game of tether ball, with activities for the whole family on the property! Enjoy this peaceful setting where the birds sing beautiful songs and the turkeys and whitetail deer roam.

Sleeping arrangements:
2 King bed, 2 queen beds - all in private bedrooms, located upstairs.
2 queen pull out sofas in the family room on the main floor

***PLEASE READ - You will find a fireplace in the home upon arrival - it is cracked and not fixable at this time, unfortunately, it is off limits. Thank you for understanding.

Located 5 miles north of Harbor Springs, a car is necessary.

Couple reminders:

-Property is located conveniently 5 miles north of Harbor Springs, right off the main road. Easy access to many of the areas favorite destinations.

-Events not permitted.

-Pets may be allowed under certain circumstances and pet fees will apply, please contact owner for request.

-During the winter months, please bring slippers. The tile floor tends to be cold.

-Some areas are locked off with personal items

-Indoor fireplace is currently cracked and not usable. Sorry! We plan to update in 2025.

Please Note:
If you book on VRBO/HomeAway, we can not refunded booking or processing fees.

Property manager

Crystal
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
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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

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Smoking

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Important information

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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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area. 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.
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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • True North Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Tunnel of Trees - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 22 min drive - 12.9 km
  • The Highlands - 23 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Heather Golf Course at Boyne Highlands - 23 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road Provisions - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pier Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Slopeside Lounge - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Highlands at Harbor Springs Main Dining Room - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Zoo Bar - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Pet Friendly Home w/Game & Exercise Room pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Pet Friendly Home w/Game & Exercise Room?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Pet Friendly Home w/Game & Exercise Room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Pet Friendly Home w/Game & Exercise Room located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Andrew J. Blackbird Museum, Lake Michigan and Donald Ross Memorial Course. Harbor Springs Beach and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

This home was perfect. We had two families comfortably together for three days with 6 children ranging in age from 7-14 and there wasn’t a moment they weren’t entertained. Which meant the parents could actually spend quality time together! There is so much to do and so much space to spread out. Communication was excellent throughout the entire experience. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

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

Up north

Perfect getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

will I.

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

Getaway

This was a great place where no one was around. The place was gorgeous with a great view of the stars at night. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Beautiful & Relaxing

Beautiful home. Well equipped, spacious, beautiful, private and relaxing home. We will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola S.

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

Wonderful, clean, lots of space, attention to detail

We had the most wonderful time, the house was as described and spotless clean ( one of the reasons we loved it) I have some OCD. There were condiments ( salt pepper and more) in the kitchen ( things we always forget) Thank you! Overall it exceeded our expectations. The one thing that if it matters to any future group booking would be the distance to downtown Harbor Springs (11minutes) and really no real “close by” store, but not a deal breaker for us, we just had very little time ( 2nights) and every minute counted. Great stay, great home! The game room/workout area is great for late night teens hanging out! Thank you!!! We had a fantastic time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

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

Would Repeat

We had 7 adults and one infant and the house was great. We definitely enjoyed the space and especially the basement one night for a night of games. Communication was great with management company.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Srikar V.

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

Exceptional Host and Home

Crystal has been an exceptional host. The home was Super clean. The blankets and the Comforters were very clean. All the silverware, plates, bowls, and cutlery are top brands. You have all the appliances in the kitchen. If you have kid's, they will love the backyard and the little play area. You have everything needed and organized before you arrive. All of the above makes this home a luxury stay and outstanding. We are glad that we picked this. If we are around Petoskey, this is the place we will book if available. After the experience of staying here, I felt like meeting the host, which was the impact the stay had on us. I hope we will be able to meet Crystal during our next rental. She deserves an in-person thank you for all the excellent work at this vacation home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Wonderful place for families

The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed to enjoy all the area had to offer. Easy access to HS and the tunnel of trees and a short easy drive to places further north like Sturgeon’s Bay. Plus a nature preserve a short walk away for wild blueberry picking! The house was very clean with great light and plenty of space for large groups. Each bedroom was well appointed with either a private or jack and hill bathroom giving everyone their own space. The vast property gave kids and grown-ups alike a place to wander. All in all, a great stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesa M.

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home and beautiful setting. The home was equipped with anything you could ever want!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lesa M.

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

Family Vacation

The home was clean The kitchen is very well stocked and plenty of extras. My complaint/concern is that when one is paying the substantial price to rent this property, the renter should have access to adjust the Nest heating and cooling system . I asked for the code to unlock it and was not given. You must email the property manager to adjust. The master bedroom has no closet space. All of them are locked. They provide a very small armoire to hang maybe 5 shirts. Not enough for two people for a week. The bedroom off of the master also has no closet for the renter. They are locked as well. These things are crazy to me for the price to rent the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Friends Ski Trip

This house was a great location for our ski trip. The property is large and fairly secluded. House was plenty big enough for our group of 10 and had a well stocked kitchen. House was clean when we arrived. Overall it was a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Nubs Knob 2023

House was exactly what we needed for 3 families during our ski trip. Home was well stocked with all essential cookware.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C., Avon, Ohio USA

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

Quiet house

This house sits on a large lot that is nice and very quiet. We stayed here for our family vacation, 6 adults and 3 children. House had plenty of room for all of us. The two living rooms, kitchen table, and extra large dining room table was great. It was nice to be able have a large enough table inside and outside (on deck) for all of us to be able have family meals. The kitchen was good size too. The kids enjoyed the swing set/slide. Beds and bathrooms were comfortable and good size. Definitely had a nice vacation here!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie J.

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

Relaxing and not far from the water

Great location! Only 10 minute drive to downtown and the marina/beaches. Privacy and beautiful views of rolling hills and nature. The bedrooms are spacious, beds comfortable, and all the amenities you may need. The owner was such a pleasure to work with and was very fast with responses with any questions we had. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

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

Great house and location!

The house provided plenty of room for our extended family and was clean. It is tucked away in a quiet and beautiful area, perfect for a relaxing vacation. Crystal was responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iola R.

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

House

It was a comfortable Home for a family ...Basketball net, Tetherball & Bocce ball were enjoyed by family of 9...Close to all attractions. Beautiful & Clean
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great trip to Boyne Highlands

Very nice spacious home in the hills. Pretty surroundings, wide open or trees in every direction. Ski hill was only about10 mins away, very convenient. And we had great memories at the house, some nice dinners at the dining room table. House had plenty of space for the whole family, it was great that our dog could be part of the trip! Property manager was very accommodating and responsive with any questions. Definitely would like to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deryk R.

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

Great property for Weekend ski trip!

We had a great time exploring Petosky and Harbor Springs. Highly recommended the small bar about a mile down the road as well - great pizza and awesome breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Weekend ski trip

We rented this property for a winter ski trip weekend. We had 8 adults, 3 teenagers and had ample room for sleeping. Everyone felt they had plenty of personal space, and the gathering areas were fabulous including a large kitchen with dining table and separate formal dining table. Nice large family room, and extended sitting room. While one bathroom was in the process of a remodel, the host did absolutely everything to accommodate our needs, and that bathroom will be a luxurious retreat once completed. The property was immaculate on arrival, even in winter the landscape is gorgeous, serene and private. The host responded promptly and was incredibly accommodating to all of our needs and questions. The ski resort was an easy 15 minute or so drive. This property met our needs and we will definitely book again, thank you Crystal!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim R., Plymouth

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

Beautiful clean home

Beautiful and peaceful property!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Lisa P.

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

Worked for what we needed

We had a group of 10 ranging from a 5 year old to seniors). The house had ample rooms, bathrooms and space/amenities needed to enjoy a meal (although pots/pans could use replacing as they are no longer non-stick and a mess to clean). We had a couple small issues but Crystal was very quick to respond and get it resolved. The yard worked great for playing and having a bonfire. Please note if you are traveling with someone who is older or has issues with mobility… the steps to get on the back deck and front steps are high. We do wish there were curtains and furniture in the living room for a larger crowd to sit and watch tv - for as many bedrooms as there were we would have liked some additional seating. Note that the sofa bed is in the main living room but did not have curtains which would have been nice. I did not notice this when making the initial booking. We enjoyed the scenery and watching animals come up to the property. The house is in close proximity to Charlevoix, Petoskey and Mackinac which we visited and was very convenient. One thing that was missing that would have been a nice touch are some local guides/maps or a list of favorite nearby attractions or restaurants or pizza places. I find that this is typical for a VRBO in a popular destination such as this - but I did reach out to Crystal asking for a couple recommendations and she did provide suggestions. Overall it was ok. We had a couple cleanliness issues but the house provided a good amount of space for our group which was top priority.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arnel D.

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

Would rent the place again.

Nice location and good for stargazing at night. Place is quiet and a good getaway from the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

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

Skiing weekend with friends and family

House was only 10 min from Boyne highlands and made for an awesome ski trip. Crystal was super responsive and easy to work with. Would highly recommend this property for large groups looking for a fun weekend up north!

6/10 Okay

Kerrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Guest Can't Use The Fireplace!

This is going to be a lengthy review, but hear me out. I will start with the negative things about this property: 1. The fireplace was off limits to guests. We did not realize this upon booking (we booked over 4 months in advance), but were informed 1 week before our stay when I contacted the owner regarding a key code and if the fireplace was log or gas (some rentals require you to bring your own wood). The owner said the fireplace was off limits to guests ~ I WAS STUNNED! The very first VRBO pic was a picture of the fireplace, nowhere in the details did it mention it couldn't be used. The owner pointed out that the bottom of the picture had small disclaimer regarding no guest use. None of the eight adults in our group noticed this "disclaimer" when we booked, or we would never have agreed to this property. I called the owner, who gave me several excuses, "the fireplace is off limits, the fireplace is broken and can't be repaired, most guest don't know how to operate a fireplace, most guests don't want to use it, etc." I found the conversation to be quite sketchy and borderline condescending! I think it was very dishonest to lead with a picture of a fireplace (major selling point for a ski rental) when you don't allow it to be used. I found this akin to leading with a picture of a swimming pool when you aren't going to allow guests to use it. As this was a deal breaker for us, I immediately contacted VRBO, who offered to find another property for our four night stay. However, it was Presidents' Day weekend and nothing was available to fit our group. We were stuck with a ski rental and no fireplace. 2. The kitchen area had a few unfinished remodeling projects (one cabinet had been removed leaving an odd empty space, some of the cabinets were missing bottom molding/trim, etc). 3. We paid a very hefty cleaning fee, but were informed we needed to run the dishwasher, which is not unusual, but we were also to strip all linen off the beds and pull the trash can to the end of the very long driveway, and leave the house as clean as we found it. I think for amount of cleaning fee we paid, we should have been able to skip the above mentioned cleaning expectations. Positive things about this property: 1. Plenty of room for our group ~ four adult couples. 2. The house was only about 6 miles from the ski resort, which was the reason for our trip. 3. The kitchen was very well stocked with cooking utensils. 4. The house was impeccably clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler L.

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

Ski trip

Beautiful home and a lot of space with 12 adults. Location is beautiful and close to the ski resorts
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Crystal

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My name is Crystal. I was born and raised in Northern Michigan and I truly believe there is no place like home. I enjoy traveling and exploring new things. In my free time, you can find me outdoors; side x side riding, kayaking, snowmobiling and snowboarding. I hope you enjoy Northern Michigan as much as I do. <3

What makes this property unique

I feel like I am able to escape reality as I sit on the back deck and take in just a portion of the beauty that Northern Michigan has to offer. You will find yourself listening to the birds chirp and the rapid beat of hummingbirds wings...it's a place where you feel at ease and at home. Roasting smores over the campfire of a starry night and watching the moon come up over the tree line are just a few things that make this home truly feel Up North.

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