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Peaceful Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit: Near Town & Lake!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, internet
TV, fireplace, books
Aerial view
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8362 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • 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.

Peaceful Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit: Near Town & Lake!

On the famous Tunnel of Trees, a historic ‘Potato House on Brek-N-Ridge Farm’ 3 miles from Harbor Springs, near 3 ski areas. Enjoy up north living at this 4-bed, 2-bath vacation rental with a renovated kitchen, unique accents, and an outdoor patio with dining, a fire pit, 6-person ski lift, chair swing, and pastures with horses. Take a day trip to Mackinac Island or Harbor Springs for summertime fun like boating, golfing, tennis, or lake activities, right on pure Michigan’s shore line!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Fireplace | Smart TV | 3,900 Sq Ft | 2 Dogs Welcome (w/ Additional Fees)

A remodeled potato storage barn that provides privacy, unique surroundings, a chef's kitchen , and comfortable amenities

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Gas grill, charcoal grill, fire pit, private patio w/ outdoor furniture, café lights & festive lights in the wintertime
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, lots of books, board games, dining table for 16-20, wood-burning fireplace, new beautiful log beds, 2 remodeled bathrooms (2024)
KITCHEN: Recently remodeled (2024), fully equipped, oven, stove, new refrigerator, microwave, stemware, dishes & cookware, cocktail shaker, blender, coffee maker & grinder, Crock-Pot, cooking basics
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating and air conditioning, washer/dryer, linens/towels provided, board games, iron/board
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip, no cats, 2 dogs max)
PARKING: Driveway (10 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

SUMMER ATTRACTIONS: Thorne Swift Nature Preserve (1 mile), Zorn Park Beach (3 miles), Harbor Springs Municipal Marina (3 miles), Bear River Valley Whitewater Park (13 miles), Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (107 miles)
WINTER ATTRACTIONS: Little Traverse Conservancy (8 miles), Boyne Highlands Resort (9 miles), Nubs Nob Ski Resort (10 miles), Moose Jaw Trail (13 miles), Boyne Mountain Ski Resort (30 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Mackinac Island (38 miles), Traverse City (80 miles)
AIRPORT: Pellston Regional Airport (22 miles), Cherry Capital Airport (78 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
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, no cats, 2 dogs max)
- 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

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 10 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking 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: 3900 sq ft (362 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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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

Event Friendly Farmhouse 3 Ski Areas Nearby!
Family Friendly Farmhouse 3 Ski Areas Nearby!
New event Friendly Farmhouse 3mi to Harbor Springs
430974

About the neighborhood

Map
Harbor Springs, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 18 min drive - 15.9 km
  • The Highlands - 20 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪State Road Provisions - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cormack's Deli - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit: Near Town & Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit: Near Town & Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit: Near Town & Lake!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit: Near Town & Lake! located?

Situated in Harbor Springs, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tunnel of Trees and Lake Michigan. Thorne Swift Nature Preserve and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Peaceful Farmhouse w/ Fire Pit: Near Town & Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Getaway
This property was so incredible. The house is beautiful, well equipt, comfortable and clean. This is the only VRBO I have rented that had everything I needed in the kitchen, bathrooms, etc. The property is stunning, the location is perfect. I can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The home was perfect! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

William O., Onalaska, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Barn converted to luxury home. Pastures with horses and ducks. Inexpensive fixtures
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy as a Sunday morning
Our vacation to the Harbor Springs area was a perfect mix of sight seeing and relaxation. The "relaxation" was in abundance at The Potato House. We could adventure during the day then come "home" to a beautiful place on gorgeous property with ammenties to fit our needs. The horses nearby added to the calm and wonder for our daughters. I have 3 "girls" with 2 on the autism spectrum and I would find them engaging with the horses. Once home, I was told the horses were already missed. Such a unique and wonderful experience! Thank you, Sharyn Ficyk
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Susan A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Some hiccups but overall okay
So one night I took the windex and paper towels under the sink and cleaned a spot on the table for crafts. I was stunned that the paper towel had my handprints in dirt on the side I used to clean. The cleaning service missed some key spots including the kitchen island as well. There were a couple listed amenities missing that we wanted like a hair dryer and DVD player. After some texts and a call we got the hairdryer from the owner who was nice enough to drop one off. Outstanding is the horse farm next to the property. Peace and quiet in abundance. Also kudos to thinking about everything we could possibly need such as flashlights by our beds and setting up fresh firewood in the fireplace. Fix the cleaning service and this is a higher rating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ACCESS INCONVENIENT
The setting is wonderful and our dog loved the horses. The reason for the three star overall rating is the inconvenient access to the main level. To go from the garage to the main level, one must go up a flight of stairs, out the door to the front porch, turn and go through the main entrance and then down a flight of stairs. This makes taking coolers and luggage to the main level extremely inconvenient. Also, our dog doesn’t do stairs. We had to take him out through the sliding doors to the patio – which is quite wonderful – and then one person had to lock the sliders and then go back up the stairs, into the garage, down the stairs, and drive around and get the dog. A door cut through from the garage to the main level would have made our stay much better.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Escape
The Potato House is extremely comfortable and it’s furnished beautifully. You can’t beat the location! The wood burning fireplace is the icing on the cake.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Family Fun
The Potato House fit our needs perfectly. If you are on the fence about booking this beautiful, historic home you should go ahead and book it, do not hesitate. The setting is idyllic, with beautiful horses in fenced pens surrounding you. It is a grand house, with superlative outdoor spaces. We enjoyed making smores using the fire pit. We hosted the rest of the family for pizza night. A big hit was the actual Potato storage dining area. We played lots of games around the ample dining room table. The newly renovated kitchen and baths are beautiful. Our bedrooms were grand-the grandkids loved the papa-bear beds. The living room has the largest TV I've ever seen, and Shrek was a hit one evening.Chris was an awesome liaison to our questions. Our host, Karen, was super accommodating. I would love to think Potato House can be in our future. Thank you!!
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10/10 Excellent

rhianna

Fantastic Stay - Will book again!
The Potato House is charming and cozy, with luxury details. It is also the cleanest rental I have had the pleasure of staying in. The kitchen and bathrooms are newly renovated with high-end finishes and appliances, and all bedding is immaculately clean and comfortable. The hosts were attentive to any questions and needs. The grounds are very well-kept, and the views of the horses in the pastures are picturesque. It is a very peaceful location, and the drive to downtown is only 5-7 minutes. Thornhill Nature Preserve is just down the road, which is a wonderful short hike to the beach. Pond Hill Farm is another very close spot that is a must-visit for lunch or dinner. We will definitely stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

rhianna

Fantastic Stay - Will book again!
The Potato House is charming and cozy, with luxury details. It is also the cleanest rental I have had the pleasure of staying in. The kitchen and bathrooms are newly renovated with high-end finishes and appliances, and all bedding is immaculately clean and comfortable. The hosts were attentive to any questions and needs. The grounds are very well-kept, and the views of the horses in the pastures are picturesque. It is a very peaceful location, and the drive to downtown is only 5-7 minutes. Thornhill Nature Preserve is just down the road, which is a wonderful short hike to the beach. Pond Hill Farm is another very close spot that is a must-visit for lunch or dinner. We will definitely stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn Rebhun

Cozy, clean and wonderful - We LOVED the Potato House!
Our family of 8 gathered from all over the US to celebrate the holidays. The setting was picturesque, the house was unique and cozy, and the property manager was responsive and kind. If you are looking for a relaxing up north get away in a great location - our family highly recommends the Potato House!

8/10 Good

KATHYRYN K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Potato House
It’s a difficult property for older people because of the stairs. It is bucolic setting with horses grazing. Charming decor.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Perfect choice
This was our first experience renting a home and using Evolve as the agency. I must say we made the perfect choice! Our stay at the Potato House was just what our family needed to get away. The home has been renovated from an actual antique barn used to store potatoes used to make chips. This made the stay additionally special. The home is in a picturesque setting with a working horse farm onsite. The home’s exterior is beautiful with plenty of room to walk around or lounge outside by a wonderful fire pit. There are also two ski chairs that have been converted into a place to lounge and our grandchildren loved sitting on them pretending they were skiing. As an additional bonus we saw two baby raccoons in a tree near the front porch! Entering into the home you are greeted by an array of interior designs from around the world. There’s something special in every area to admire. The kitchen had every item we needed plus additional items for our in home meals we prepared. The home was immaculately clean and had all the supplies to make us feel at home. We have stayed many places over the years and left saying this may be one of the top places we have stayed. Between the home and all the activities that were within a short drive. We hope to return, and enjoy a different season such as the autumn. A few must sees while visiting include; 1. Pond Hill 2. Thorn Wild Nature Preserve 3. Tunnel of trees 4. Down town Harbor Springs 5. Zorn Beach 6. Downtown Boyne City 7. Downtown Charlevoix Just to name a few… All within a comfortable drive to return back to the home and relax. They had cable tv but our family enjoyed the time away from the media and internet. The owners contacted us prior to arriving and during our stay to ensure we had everything we needed. If you are looking for something offering both unique and first class look no further…

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, beautiful and close to everything
This is the second time we stayed at the Potato House. We plan on returning again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

A few days of perfection!
Thank YOU for making available a perfect home for our "Christmas in June" third annual family tradition. We loved the unique and special setting in a wonderful area of Northern Michigan! It was a joy to periodically see the beautiful horses pasturing when we went outside. The home was welcoming, cozy, relaxing and spacious. And thank YOU, too for the table arrangement that greeted us. What a wonderful way to enjoy our first - and every meal - together! On behalf of three of us family members who love to cook, thank you, too, for having all those special gadgets available. No need to bring a cheese grater from home. (smile) We were warmly greeted just days before our planned stay originally, and two years later after rescheduling. Speaking of, thank YOU for providing the ability to reschedule and thank YOU for the extra cleaning measures you have put in place to keep guests healthy. To the reader who may be looking for a wonderful getaway, you will not be disappointed with the Potato House!

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful unique property.
Place was as depicted in photos. Location is great, very pretty property. Room for everyone. Hosts were great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

The Potato House is a great place to stay
The Potato house was a nice cousey home in the country. The house was very clean and they provided everything you would need for cooking. They provided great instructions on everything and it was easy to check in with a key lock. The house is within a few miles of Harbor Springs, Tunnel of Trees and the Pond Hill Farm. If you are looking for a quit place to stay, this is it. I would stay here again and recommend it to those looking at places to stay in the Harbor Springs area.
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndi

Perfect Family Vacation Home!!
This house was perfect for my family of 6. We truly felt safe and relaxed in the home. I was very happy with everything the hosts had available for the house, it was very well stocked with everything you need for a great vacation :) The kids loved the bonfire, playing in the wide open spaces, seeing the horses and all the deer that came out too!! We will definitely be staying here again!

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful serenity
Scenery was beautiful. Property was well taken care of. The house was amazing. Very clean and organized. Perfect place to escape from the stress of city living. Great location. Minutes away from site seeing, shopping, resturaunts, etc. Good time had by all
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breath taking!
If you are looking for a restful getaway but close to the Harbor Springs hot spots this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., Troy, Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of napping
We took a very relaxing vacation here in spring of 2021. Everything that has been described and written about the property, in terms of how wonderful and quiet it is, is quite accurate. Great place for 2 kids and for our dog. And it's a 5 - 10 minute drive from town and grocery store, so you are close to everything you need. Their COVID precautions and attention to cleanliness was very much appreciated. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate M., Okemos

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Skiing Weekend
We loved this house. It is so pretty, and very comfortable. We loved all the little sitting areas in the house, and enjoyed sitting in front of the fire in the evenings. It was a perfect break, and the skiing was also awesome, as was dinner at Teddy Griffin's.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles M., Kalamazoo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property and a perfect winter weekend!
The property is exactly as pictured and described. It was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
My family and I had such a wonderful time staying at the Potato House. The house was clean, perfect for the whole family and in a great location. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful week
Truly enjoyed our stay at the Potato House. A unique property in a tranquil location but still just 5 minute drive from the shopping and restaurants of downtown Harbor Springs. Responsive property manager and owner. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020