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Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway

Escape to nature with your loved ones at this cozy hideaway nestled amongst trees near beautiful Northern Michigan beaches.

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TV, fireplace, music library
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV, fireplace, music library
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8213 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway

All-season outdoor adventures await at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental home nestled amongst the trees in Harbor Springs. The home’s unbeatable location offers easy access to beaches, local attractions, scenic hiking trails, and Little Traverse Wheelway, as well as Main Street filled with an abundance of souvenir shops and waterfront dining. Come winter, bring your ski equipment to enjoy downhill and cross-country ski trails located at nearby Nubs Nob Ski Resort and Boyne Highlands Resort!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Quiet Area | Large Backyard | Fire Pit | 3 Mi to Harbor Springs

Boasting all the at-home modern comforts and amenities as well as ample private outdoor entertainment space, this secluded home is the ideal destination to host your next family vacation to beautiful Northern Michigan.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress, Pack 'n Play, Crib

OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished deck, gas grill, fire pit w/ Adirondack chairs, playground
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, stone fireplace, dining table, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishware/flatware, breakfast bar w/ seating for 3
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, central heating, ceiling fans, high chair
FAQ: Quiet hours (10:00 PM - 8:00 AM), no A/C
PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

SUMMER RECREATION: Little Traverse Wheelway (250 feet), Petoskey State Park (2.8 miles), Zorn Park Beach (3.5 miles), Bayfront Park (6.9 miles), Bear River Valley Recreation Area (7.2 miles), Tunnel of Trees (13.5 miles)
GOLF: Harbor Point Golf Club (4.6 miles), Boyne Golf (4.9 miles), Chestnut Valley Golf Course (7.1 miles), Crooked Tree Golf Club (10.6 miles), Bay Harbor Golf Club (12.2 miles)
FISHING CHARTERS: Wild Rise Outfitters (4.0 miles), Plumber's Helper Charter Service (10.1 miles), Rodzilla Charters (10.2 miles), Northern Exposure Charters (10.2 miles)
WINTER ACTIVITIES: Ice sailing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, Nubs Nob Ski Resort (3.5 miles), Boyne Highlands Resort (4.1 miles), Petoskey Winter Sports Park (6.6 miles), Boyne Mountain Ski Resort (23.8 miles)
BREWERIES/WINERIES: Petoskey Brewing (3.0 miles), Beards Brewery (6.8 miles), Maple Moon Sugarbush and Winery (7.3 miles), Petoskey Farms Vineyard & Winery (7.4 miles), Mackinaw Trail Winery & Brewery - Petoskey (10.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Pellston Regional Airport (16.6 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- Absolutely no events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Music library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2288 sq ft (213 sq m)

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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
NEW! Woodsy Escape w/Deck Near Town Beach + Ski
444583
NEW! Woodsy Escape Near Little Traverse Wheelway

About the neighborhood

Map
Harbor Springs, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Petoskey State Park - 3 min drive
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 5 min drive
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 6 min drive
  • Little Traverse Bay Golf Course - 6 min drive
  • The Highlands - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Randy's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway located?

This family-friendly Harbor Springs vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Nub's Nob Ski Area and Petoskey State Park. Pleasantview Winery and Happy Days and Nights Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Family Escape - Near Little Traverse Wheelway Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Super impressed by this property! Gorgeous location. The house is just perfect. An up north gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The property was a great central location to get to different lakes. Good layout for a large group! Very easy stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location with all the comforts of home
Our family booked a last minute Covid Christmas Ski Trip at this home and could not have been happier with our stay. The house is located just a few minutes from both the ski resorts and downtown Harbor Springs. The home itself is beautiful and looks like it has been recently updated with newer furniture and very comfortable beds. Everything was spotless and clean when we arrived. Fabulous kitchen with all the cooking utensils you could need and a nice big dining room table. We cooked big Christmas Eve and Christmas dinners with no problem at all. The living room is very cozy with an amazing view of the surrounding woods. Lots of space and beds overall which could comfortably fit 2 families for a long stay. It was so nice to have an attached garage for our ski trip. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Lauren H., Ferndale, MI

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, nice property
The home is a good value overall if you don’t expect perfection. Pros: - easy access via keypad - comfortable queen bed upstairs - fireplace - only used ecologs, could have used more - nice location, easy access to skiing and local towns within 10 minutes Cons: - wear and tear / sloppy updates - not the cleanest - chunk of dust on fans, pee on toilets, hair/fur/crumbs all over carpet and furniture, large dead flies upstairs - would appreciate more supplies rather than rationing what was provided (only 1 fire log, dishwasher pod, towel, etc per day). We ended up having to go purchase additional supplies. No soaps in bathrooms. - random kitchen collection - it would be nice to have a larger, cohesive dish and drink ware set. Didn’t love having to wash every plate/cup to have enough for the next meal. Also, would prefer to drink out of glassware instead of plastic. It would also be nice to have more than one leftovers container. There were a large variety of utensils so that kind of makes up for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Deb

Home near Petosky
Host was very responsive and helpful. Home was nice and stocked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
We decided to do a little weekend getaway from MN - brought our bikes and hit the bike trail from Harbor Springs to Petoskey. Loved the area - so beautiful and charming. Would definitely come back! The house was pretty big for just the two of us, but excellent location for biking so we chose it and weren't disappointed. We loved the restaurants in the area, and traveled the Tunnel of Trees, loved the waterfront in Harbor Springs and Petoskey, hit the casino (even won some money!) and did a day trip to a couple wineries and Hop Lot in Sutton's Bay. All in all - excellent trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great nook between harbor springs and Petoskey
Great property, will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Very cool property. Perfect space for a small group
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

TJ F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House in the woods
The house was in a beautiful setting. It was so peaceful and quiet. It had everything we needed. The host responded quickly when we had concerns about ants but the problem was eventually solved. My only concern was the stairs had no railings and that could present a problem to some. I would definitely recommend it for families or 3 couples as it is quite large. Overall it was a perfect place to celebrate a big birthday.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Fantastic Stay! Super close to Skiing!
Had an amazing stay! Perfect location for skiing! Only a 10 minute drive to the highlands and nubs knob! Also great location to downtown Petoskey and Harbour Springs (only like 10 minutes to each from the house!) Home had a nice well equipped kitchen with plenty of dining space. Also loved the upnorth feel with the wood accents and stone fireplace. Very cozy! Would come back to stay in a heartbeat!

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better than we expected
Everything was amazing from check in to check out. Exactly as advertised with even a few little perks we didn’t expect. We would definitely stay here again if we come back to this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randall M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location!
Great location for access to local ski resorts. Nice new exterior paint. We enjoyed the rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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8/10 Good

Matt

Great Location
This home is in a great location. During our two week stay we visited several small towns, road the bike path, golfed, went to some hidden beaches, dined at local restaurants, etc. The home itself is nice, but with a few changes, it could be awesome. It really needs storage for clothes…dressers, nightstands. We did not want to live out of suitcases for 2 weeks. A few extra items in kitchen would be good, such as glass wine glasses. Owner should also seriously consider installing air conditioning. The humidity level was incredibly high during our stay. Bedding, towels, carpeting all felt damp the entire time. Long term, this cannot be good for contents of home. Kim, property manager, was great...she found us a dresser for so we could unpack our clothes. She also gave us several awesome recommendations on places to go and things to do.

8/10 Good

Deana A., Chesterfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private getaway
We had a nice time away staying here for a week. It’s located close to the Petoskey State park and Harbor Springs. The access to the wheelway is great if that’s what you’re looking for. It’s very private and nice for fires out in the back. It is a drive to get to downtown Petoskey or Harbor Springs, but overall a good location. Property manager was responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Lorena

Nice quiet area
This house was located In a nice quiet area but close to petoskey and harbor springs. Check in was very easy. We really enjoyed our time in the area. The only downfall was seating for adults. With one couch and one small rocker that didn’t seem to work well and was starting to break, it would’ve been nice to have a little more seating in the living area where we spent most of our time. There was not enough seating for 8 adults. There was also quite a few ants around the house when we stayed which I’m assuming is for this time of year. The beds were very clean and comfortable and everything had been cleaned well.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lorena

Nice quiet area
This house was located In a nice quiet area but close to petoskey and harbor springs. Check in was very easy. We really enjoyed our time in the area. The only downfall was seating for adults. With one couch and one small rocker that didn’t seem to work well and was starting to break, it would’ve been nice to have a little more seating in the living area where we spent most of our time. There was not enough seating for 8 adults. There was also quite a few ants around the house when we stayed which I’m assuming is for this time of year. The beds were very clean and comfortable and everything had been cleaned well.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lorena

Nice quiet area
This house was located In a nice quiet area but close to petoskey and harbor springs. Check in was very easy. We really enjoyed our time in the area. The only downfall was seating for adults. With one couch and one small rocker that didn’t seem to work well and was starting to break, it would’ve been nice to have a little more seating in the living area where we spent most of our time. There was not enough seating for 8 adults. There was also quite a few ants around the house when we stayed which I’m assuming is for this time of year. The beds were very clean and comfortable and everything had been cleaned well.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lorena

Nice quiet area
This house was located In a nice quiet area but close to petoskey and harbor springs. Check in was very easy. We really enjoyed our time in the area. The only downfall was seating for adults. With one couch and one small rocker that didn’t seem to work well and was starting to break, it would’ve been nice to have a little more seating in the living area where we spent most of our time. There was not enough seating for 8 adults. There was also quite a few ants around the house when we stayed which I’m assuming is for this time of year. The beds were very clean and comfortable and everything had been cleaned well.

10/10 Excellent

haismat 0.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and easy check in
Family of five with three daughters under 11. Easy check in process, all via email. Very clean house. Kitchen had anything you could need for meals. Outdoor space was perfect for roasting marshmallows with firewood provided. House is larger than what pictures seem to depict. Location is perfect for getting into town. Literally no issues. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020