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Perfect Downtown Harbor Springs Retreat – Walk Everywhere!

Experience tranquility in downtown Harbor Springs with spacious rooms and relaxing outdoor spaces.

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Perfect Downtown Harbor Springs Retreat – Walk Everywhere!

Nestled in the heart of downtown Harbor Springs, Michigan, this charming 4-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience for your next getaway. Located just one block from the renowned Johan's Pastry Shop, guests can indulge in freshly baked donuts, bagels, and pastries each morning. A leisurely two-block stroll brings you to the pristine public beach, ideal for sunbathing, swimming, or simply enjoying the breathtaking views of Little Traverse Bay.

The wrap-around porch and outdoor dining table provide the perfect space for entertaining or simply relaxing with a cup of coffee as you take in the charming small-town ambiance. In the backyard, facing the bluff, guests can enjoy the peaceful sight of deer wandering past throughout the day. This outdoor space also includes a comfortable seating area and grill, perfect for enjoying Northern Michigan evenings.

Inside, the home is equipped with modern comforts, including free WiFi and smart TVs throughout. A spacious mudroom offers ample storage, making it the perfect place to store ski gear in the winter or beach essentials in the summer, accommodating even large families with ease.

All bedding is made of high-quality cotton, and duvets are four-season down, providing guests with a heavenly hotel-like sleeping experience.

Bedrooms:

Bedroom 1: King – A large master suite with a king-size bed, armoire clothing storage, dressers, and plenty of natural light.

Bedroom 2: Queen – Features a closet and dresser, ensuring ample storage space.

Bedroom 3: Two Twin Beds – Sleeps two, includes a television, and boasts a private balcony.

Bedroom 4: Full Bed – Located on the first floor, this cozy and quiet room offers great storage and natural light.

Bathrooms:

First Floor – Updated bathroom with a large walk-in shower, conveniently located off the kitchen and next to the first-floor bedroom.

Second Floor – Spacious, updated bathroom with a tub and shower, offering plenty of storage and hooks for towels.

Harbor Springs is a picturesque town celebrated for its vibrant community and year-round activities. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the scenic Tunnel of Trees along M-119, embark on biking adventures on the Little Traverse Wheelway, or tee off at nearby golf courses. The town also boasts a rich cultural scene, with art galleries, boutique shops, and seasonal festivals that showcase local talent and traditions.

Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, this centrally located Harbor Springs home provides an ideal base to experience all the charm and beauty this Northern Michigan gem has to offer.

Property manager

Jason

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Marina 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)

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Miscellaneous

Downtown Harbor House

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (32)
Downtown Harbor House

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Non-Shedding Dogs under 50 lbs, no more than 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The bunk room is a favorite amongst kids.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Newly Renovated Harbor Springs
Newly Renovated Downtown Harbor Springs Home Harbor Springs

About the neighborhood

Map
Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Harbor Springs Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • The Highlands - 16 min drive - 9.3 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 17 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪City Park Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Downtown Harbor Springs Retreat – Walk Everywhere! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Perfect Downtown Harbor Springs Retreat – Walk Everywhere!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Downtown Harbor Springs Retreat – Walk Everywhere!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Downtown Harbor Springs Retreat – Walk Everywhere! located?

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

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Perfect Downtown Harbor Springs Retreat – Walk Everywhere! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

roeland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent home and location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Harbor Springs Cottage
Enthusiastically recommend to anyone looking for a great place to stay in downtown Harbor Springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Gem of a Stay!
Perfect location in the quaint town of Harbor Springs. Enjoyed Petoskey State Park Beach, hiked some trails, golfed, rented bikes and road around the beautiful neighborhood (gorgeous old Victorian homes!) enjoyed good food. A lovely and relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely vacation
We had such a great stay! Awesome location and owner thought of everything you would possibly need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbor Guest Jim
Clean, well furnished and a very short walk to everything in town.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable house/great location
This house was perfect for us. The space was very clean and had everything that we needed. Town was only a block away, so we were able to walk to breakfast lunch and dinner each day. It was very quiet. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location in Harbor!
Stayed here for a few nights as a family with two children (4 and 1 years old). Cute house with great location and plenty of space. Good communication and seamless check in. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Great place. Great location. Owners were awesome. One of the best VRBOs we have stayed at. Thanks so much.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbor House
Our third stay. Exceptional location in an exceptional lakeside town. Walking distance to waterfront, downtown shops, restaurants and cinema. Home is attractive, well cared for, well stocked and has a very responsive and helpful owner. Highly recommended.
Stayed 35 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for the best of HS
Excellent home base for a week in Harbor Springs. Communication with the homeowner was superb which made the stay incredibly easy. The house was very clean and well appointed with a 3 bed 2 bath layout that accommodated our family well. Easy walk to downtown. Great front porch on a quiet street that provides a perfect place to end the day. 10/10, would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbor Springs!
Jason was a great host! Super responsive to any questions/concerns! The house is beautiful and equipped with everything that you might need on your visit to Harbor Springs! Amazing trip and look forward to visiting again and would definitely rent here again! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H., TROY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great winter weekend
Location was great for skiers and others to walk into town. Everything was as described and Jason was very accommodating. Snow removal team was onsite timely and came back to touch-up walkways so we had no problem getting out after 5” of snow. Will definitely book again for next season.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation home
Lovely home! It was just what we needed. Long weekend for the kids to do some skiing, relaxing, and recharging. The home was very clean, perfect quiet downtown location, walking distance to coffee, shopping, and movie theater. Quick drive to Nubs or Highlands. The home has all the amenities you need, and then some. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Downtown Harbor Springs Stay
The property is just as it appears in its listing - beautiful, clean, cozy and perfectly situated in downtown Harbor Springs. Living space is great for family and the house is well appointed with everything you need or forget to bring! Bedrooms are perfect for a few kiddos and/or friends. Even the dog was happy in the house's mudroom right off the kitchen. Highly recommend. A big thanks to the owners for such a welcoming home and stay in Harbor Springs!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski Trip - Family of adults!
The house was very clean and somewhat updated. I wouldn’t say completely renovated but nice and tidy with updated bathrooms. For a house that sleeps eight there wasn’t much hang out space. Five of us trying to relax together after and long day of skiing was difficult with limited living area space. Overall the home was as described and what we needed for the most part. We enjoyed our stay and would recommended this host for others looking to stay in this charming town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family house!
Stayed here for a ski trip at Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain. Great place for this. Washer and dryer were very handy and there is a huge mudroom to put ski boots in. The house is fantastic with four large bedrooms and a very well equipped kitchen. Location is great. Couldn’t ask for more. Host was wonderful with good communication. Check in was a breeze. Everything was extremely clean. We would definitely stay here again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B., Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College friends/family week
The first part of our week was college friends from out of state. The second part was our twenty something kids. Both groups loved their stay at Jason’s home in HS. Very convenient to all the shops, the water and the farmers market. Clean, and well appointed, the house met all of our needs. We made meals, enjoyed evenings on the porch, slept in and just enjoyed each others company. The house was perfect. The beds were very comfy and they anticipated every need. Loved it!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away From Home
We visited this property in October 2022. It was lovely; very clean, and spacious. The location was perfect; just a short walk to downtown and Howses Fudge & the beach. It was especially nice because we could bring our dog. The owner was very responsive when we had questions about anything. The kitchen was well stocked and it was easy to cook meals in. The neighborhood was very nice and quiet,. We had a plumbing problem but it was quickly resolved. We are a family of 4 and there was plenty of room for everyone Thank you for a great visit! We hope to return this summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

ann e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met all expectations
This home has a great location, is clean and a perfect spot for summer vacationers. The kitchen, laundry and bathrooms were fully loaded with all necessary items and appliances. There was an abundance of clean towels as well as a fully stocked storage room. The property also has three high quality bikes, perfect for riding through town or on surrounding trails. Jason, the owner, is friendly and extremely responsive (I merely asked if there was a Kuerig in the home and he immediately purchased one even though the home already had a traditional standard coffee maker). We traveled with our three teenagers and had ample room and, in fact, extra space. This home is nicely decorated and very comfortable. I highly recommend it and would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wife loved it!
Wife and kids love the location! Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myrtle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 4 days
Convenient to shops. Liked the furnishings. Master bedroom mattress way too soft. I guess it is what you were used to at home. We definitely plan a return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

L. W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Owner is easy to work with and very responsive. House has everything you would need to stay for a longer stay. Neighborhood is very quiet and close to downtown. Will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up north michigan
Great property ideally located for our trip. Comfortable beds and enough space for everyone. Bathrooms were nicely remodeled
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024