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Harbor Springs Cottage with Little Traverse Bay views

Unwind on your own private porch while taking in breathtaking bay views, then enjoy tennis and beach time at this historic Harbor Springs gem.

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Living area
5 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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 Cottage with Little Traverse Bay views

Beautiful Harbor Springs cottage set on the bluff in the Roaring Brook Association. "Birchgate" has been handed down through generations of the same family. It has a deep history and so many family memories have been made here. It is designed in the true old world cottage style. Lots of bedrooms, large second floor bunkroom and a large dining room that is open to the living room. The porch is an extension of the living room with a sprawling private yard and panoramic views of Little Traverse Bay. Roaring Brook has 2 tennis courts and a beautiful private Beach and dock for guests to enjoy. This is a great opportunity to be part of Harbor Springs history and enjoy all that the Harbor Springs lifestyle has to offer.

Property manager

Lynn VanAntwerp

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Harbor Springs Beach - 4 min drive
  • Petoskey State Park - 6 min drive
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 10 min drive
  • The Highlands - 11 min drive
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Randy's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbor Springs Cottage with Little Traverse Bay views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Harbor Springs Cottage with Little Traverse Bay views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Harbor Springs Cottage with Little Traverse Bay views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Harbor Springs Cottage with Little Traverse Bay views located?

Located in Roaring Brook, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Michigan and Harbor Springs Beach. Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and Donald Ross Memorial Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Harbor Springs Cottage with Little Traverse Bay views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Fit
Loved the porch, roominess, view, reminders of endless summers.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great house, loved the front porch and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roaring Brook Heaven
This is a wonderful property in Roaring Brook, with lots of room for a family gathering, or several couples to enjoy together. Our only complaint is that we never received check in instructions. The door was locked when we got there, and after walking around the entire house we found the front sliding door was unlocked and we were able to take it from there. Check in instructions are a must. Other than that we had a great time and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W., Bloomington, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Roaring Brook Birchgate
Terrific property in every way. Quintessential historic Harbor Springs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mireya D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very spacious and beautiful area. Nice beach access. Very quiet and nice house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
80th Birthday Week
We celebrated Grampa's 80th birthday, with a trip to Mackinac Island one day and Birthday dinner at the Pier with a Habor cruised in diwntown Harbor Springs. We really enjoyed time on the porch, the beautiful gardens and landscaping. Loved the paved lighted path high above the lake shore and beautiful homes. Cleary the propery has a 5 star rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski trip
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Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mac F., East Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing classic cottage
We had a fantastic stay. The Cottage was well appointed and had ample space for all of us (13 of us!) to stay and sleep comfortably. The house is real cute and the kitchen is well stocked. We had a great time and would totally stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
The cottage was amazing. Fully stocked with necessary amenities. view was absolutely gorgeous and living arrangements could not have been better. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom and her girls, five generations
Wonderful, just like the pictures. Lots of room to spread out and the wonderful porch! Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
My two sons and one grandson stayed and we enjoyed northern Michigan
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Large gathering of family and friends for the week. Plenty of room for everyone. View and weather was spectacular! Super close to downtown Harbor Springs and a just a short drive to Petoskey. Private beach and dock was perfect !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage in Harbor Springs
This was the perfect cottage for our family vacation in Harbor Springs. Cozy, quiet, great location, and just a short walk away from the beach. The front porch was our favorite. We are already rebooked for next year! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage - Perfect for families!
We absolutely loved Birch Gate! We were 6 adults and 3 children and found the home spacious, clean, and simply perfect. The location and private beach can’t be beat. We will definitely look into renting again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

bryan c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
Loved the rental. Location, view, in a beautifully kept, authentic cottage. We will stay here again if available. Bravo
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
We were three families and all had a fantastic time at this house! It was such a charming old home with so much character everyone was impressed with it! The beds were comfortable and it fit all of us so well! It was great that all of the kids slept on the top floor and the adults were on the main floor. We wished we could have seen it in the summer to go check out the beach, but it was still incredible with all the snow. The temperature of the house varied, but that was to be expected in such an old house... the lake side of the main floor, and front of upstairs were chilly, while the main floor front bedrooms and upstairs lake side bedroom were roasting at night with the doors closed. Very responsive owners, and we hope to rent there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage
We were able to book at the last minute. Great property. Views are amazing. Decor very nice. Bedrooms/bathrooms plentiful. Kitchen well stocked. Very warm.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022