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SKI NUBS & BOYNE! Waterfront! OVERLOOKING LAKE MICH! Pool Table, PS2! SUNSETS!

Get cozy by the fireplace as you plan your day of skiing or exploring Lake Michigan's shoreline. Savor a family vacation that combines vintage charm with modern comforts.

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On the beach, sun loungers
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Exterior
On the beach, sun loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

SKI NUBS & BOYNE! Waterfront! OVERLOOKING LAKE MICH! Pool Table, PS2! SUNSETS!

Built in 2006, this cottage style home has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a total living area 2,400 sq. ft. Plenty of room to spread out. This house is truly designed with the family in mind, with separate spaces for the grown-ups and kids alike.

Vintage Mod, Baby! It's luxurious, with a retro feel - sure to evoke a flashback or two. The shag carpeting, custom ceramic tile, custom woodwork and a mix of retro antiques and custom furniture (not to mention a few surprises) will help make this a vacation to remember.

Located in Harbor Springs opposite Lake Michigan on the famous Tunnel of Trees - a top destination for bicyclists. You're close to such vacation spots as Petoskey, Charlevoix, Cross Village, The Inland Water Way and the Straits of Mackinaw.

Atop this 130' bluff, witness panoramic views that will allow you to see all the way to Charlevoix and on some days even Beaver Island! Enjoy filtered views from the home as well as completely un-obstructed views from the meandering bluffside staircase with secluded sun deck that leads to the very private frontage on Lake Michigan. *Reminiscent of America's Pacific Northwest, there are times you can walk for miles (when conditions allow as it is rocky now, but will be sandy again some day) up and down without seeing a single person!*

*Lake levels and shore conditions are constently changing. There is no guarantee what the shoreline will look like. In the summer of 2019 it had gone from sandy with a few rocks to much higher water levels and no sand at all on shore. However once in the water there is a band of rocks then all sand. We recommend bringing water shoes to walk over the rocks to get to the sandy bottom, it will be worth it!

- For our winter guests we recommend bringing an all-wheel-drive vehicle or at the very least a front wheel drive with good snow tires.

---- Also we provide a starter supply of paper/soap products which should be enough for typical 3 night stay, for a smaller group of 2 people. For a complete list of "what is provided" and "things to bring", check out "Using the property”, on your “My Trip” page.

- Fireplace available Thanksgiving - April 1st.

Keywords: Sand Beach, Nubs Nob, Boyne Highlands, Skiing, Winter Getaway, Lake Michigan

Property manager

Lizzie B

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Power boating 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 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
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 pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 8 min walk
  • Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery - 7 min drive
  • The Highlands - 28 min drive
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 29 min drive
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road Provisions - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Trillium Woods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tunnel Vision Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fish Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SKI NUBS & BOYNE! Waterfront! OVERLOOKING LAKE MICH! Pool Table, PS2! SUNSETS! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at SKI NUBS & BOYNE! Waterfront! OVERLOOKING LAKE MICH! Pool Table, PS2! SUNSETS! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SKI NUBS & BOYNE! Waterfront! OVERLOOKING LAKE MICH! Pool Table, PS2! SUNSETS! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SKI NUBS & BOYNE! Waterfront! OVERLOOKING LAKE MICH! Pool Table, PS2! SUNSETS! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Tunnel of Trees and Lake Michigan. Thorne Swift Nature Preserve and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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SKI NUBS & BOYNE! Waterfront! OVERLOOKING LAKE MICH! Pool Table, PS2! SUNSETS! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful Home in a stunning location
This property is beautifully decorated and maintained. We enjoyed the art, the comfort of the beds, the view, the silence in the woods, the Lake of course, and the proximity to Harbor Springs and Petoskey. The steps to the beach were a daily challenge, but well maintained, and the deck midway down was a big plus. We rode our bikes through the stunning tunnel of trees daily for our morning coffee at the Trillium coffee shop. It is such a pleasure to stay in this beautiful home with first-class amenities, nestled in the woods on Lake Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great property for our long weekend of skiing. Had all the necessities needed for a 4 day trip. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving
Wonderful home, perfect location- Beautiful Lake Michigan and woods. Plenty of room for our family. Great place to gather.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful view
Perfect for are group.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Cottage with Great Views
Wonderful stay in a lovely home. Nice setting in a wooded yard, with close access to beach front area. Very peaceful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
80th Birthday
This cottage was perfect, the setting, the view, the accommodations! Our family enjoyed themselves. First time with VRBO and Lizzie B. was great.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage!
Very cozy place with everything you need. Fire pit, grill, pool table, even the record player with tons of records. Close to all winter and summer activities so you can enjoy it all year around. Definitely will be staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P., Fenton, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Great house with the perfect amount of space for us! Beautiful views of the lake and an easy drive to the ski hills. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience
House was spotless ! Everything on place and everything worked properly … view and lake is amazing .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
House was great. Easily housed 6 adult children and two adult parents. Nice time. Beautiful views. It’s a lot of steps down to the water…but worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Josh F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip to Harbor Springs
Very nice property. Location was across from Lake Michigan and had excellent views. House was well cleaned and spacious. Plenty of room for our group plus one dog. Only minor issues was the house sleeps 14 but they only provide enough toilet paper and paper towel for 2 guests for 3 nights.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina P.

Beautiful View
We had a great time! This home met all our needs! There were 14 of us that stayed there and we never felt cramped! The sunset over Lake Michigan was breathtaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting. Extremely clean. The beachfront is great for rock hunting and the property manager was extremely accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retro fun + nature at its finest
My family loved staying here. The kids (and dad) enjoyed the old PS2, pool table, and old time movies. We loved exploring the winter beach. You can walk for miles on the beach. Running down M119 in the mornings was serene and beautiful. Proximity to the ski mountains was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family cottage
We had a wonderful week in the Surf Cottage. Spotlessly clean and comfortable for three adults and three kids with plenty of space to spread out. Having our own beach was great. The kids had fun rock hunting. We enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen, the pool table, and the fire ring. Valerie was very responsive and easy to communicate with. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend Getaway
I recently stayed here with my three childhood best friends and we had such an amazing time! We absolutely loved the nostalgia decor and had fun “exploring” upon check in . We are products of the 70s and 80s so it was great reminiscing. The home was extremely clean and had everything we needed as far as kitchen items and appliances. Located across street from Lake Michigan and watched amazing sunsets. Had a great time exploring petoskey. Would not hesitate to stay here again !!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Blair H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely springtime experience
Scenic drive on M-119 to home, great lake views when you arrive. Harbor Springs, Petoskey, and Mackinaw City all nearby if anything is needed, or just enjoy the outstanding location. House was clean, well stocked, and comfortable, awoke one morning to find the trillium in photos had bloomed overnight . Our week long stay had excellent weather, even included the drama of watching an afternoon thunderstorm build over the lake as it approached from the west. Absolutely a wonderful stay in all respects.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property - perfect for our ski trip!
We had a great stay at the Surf Cottage this past week. The property is about 20 mins easy drive from Boyne Highlands. Everything at the house was exactly as described. House was very clean. We did bring extra towels and blankets and pillows just in case, but they did have a few extras in closets. We didn’t explore much outside the house, as we were up there primarily to go skiing at Boyne. We would definitely stay there again! 🎿
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place!
We loved this place! Very clean. Kitchen nicely equipped. Beds comfy. Appreciated the 60 's theme. Thanks for being pet friendly. The highlight of this listing for us was the stairway and deck across the street. We used it for bird watching, star gazing, sunset viewing and gorgeous lake vistas. We loved the exercise going up and down the stairs and looking at the rocks on the beach below. Did some xc skiing at Pond Hill farms. We would definitely stay at this house again in the future. Thanks so much!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!
True ‘up North ‘ feel. Cottage was as advertised. Adequate beds,bedding, and towels. Kids enjoyed pool table and ping pong. Kitchen had all we needed. We had a side trip to Mackinaw Island. , it was not along drive. Beach is very rocky, but we still managed to get in and swim. Petoskey State Park is a 20 minute drive and is not rocky. Sitting on the sun deck halfway down the hillside was very relaxing . We enjoyed bike riding on the ‘Tunnel of Trees ‘ roadway, and exploring Petoskey, lovely homes to look at in Harbor Spring. We would have appreciated one more adult bedroom. All in all we had a great vacation and would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L., Brownstown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Home with the BEST views of Lake Michigan
Our family (9 people and one small dog) spent a week at this beautiful home. We had a fantastic time. Across the street is access to the most amazing views of Lake Michigan. Roughly 200 steps down is a private beach to enjoy the water and waves. It feels like you are at the ocean. As is the case with nature, sometimes it was very rocky and somedays there was more sand. Water shoes would be very helpful. Halfway down is a great deck to enjoy your morning coffee or catch the sunset. The home itself is nicely decorated and well equipped. Plenty of sleeping options. Love that the couches are comfortable futons. The lower level basement is spacious and a great area for the teens to play pool and ping pong. The kitchen is large with plenty of prep space and seating. If you do not have physical limitations walking up and down many steps, this is the perfect place to experience the natural beauty of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Suzy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Views ~ Amazing Location!
We had a wonderful time during our stay and the colors in the tunnel of trees was beautiful. We had some minor issues when we arrived - no trash bag in the trash container in the kitchen and the trash bag box was empty. The toilet seat in the half bath was cracked and broken. I texted the issues with the host. The next day when we returned from a day out we found the toilet seat had been replaced, but the trash bags they left were for the small trash bins in the bathrooms - no big deal - we managed to snag a couple from a restaurant we ate at. We were a bit disappointed the deck hadn't been cleaned up - the table was dirty and their were leaves and ashes covering most of it - we never went out on it to enjoy the view. The house is spacious and the kitchen is large, but the interior is starting to show some age and living room furniture and downstairs furniture (futons) are not comfortable to sit on - exception is the large chaise in the upstairs LR. The bed upstairs and the main level are very hard and no one had a good night sleep the 3 nights we were there. The bunk beds were a bit better, but still not comfortable. The upstairs bathroom door won't stay open - it kept bumping me when I was at the vanity. The bathroom down stairs is large but there really isn't any space to put your toiletries. We couldn't get the stereo to work. No laundry soap was available. The pool sticks need tips. I do want to say the host was VERY nice and kept in contact with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea & Mike W., Ann Arbor, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
This is a terrific spot for some R&R in northern MI. The house is super clean, with eclectic / MCM decor. Clearly more space than needed for two + a dog. Harbor Springs downtown is about a 20-minute drive. Great hiking trails abound -- but don't forget the orange if you're there during hunting season. The weather warmed up enough to enjoy the deck across the street. Be mindful, the stairs to the beach are a whopping 203 (75 to the deck). As well, enjoyed the nice fire pit out back. If you bring your furry friend, you might want to bring a long lead you can stake into the ground or around a tree so Spot can enjoy the outdoors! The only tip for owners would be a few more larger glass bowls (as we ate in most days) and a Smart TV. Summer we realize most are outside, but the snow flew and a couple evenings would've loved to watch a movie.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Kara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
FYI
For future stays, some helpful info: - The downstairs bedroom is very small and no closet, only dresser - The downstairs bathroom is half bath only with door that opens inward and quite a tight space so not conducive for someone who has a disability - The house was clean but the finishings could use some updating for overall cleaner feel/look (carpets, bedding, drapery, decorations) - The beach is down several flights of stairs but has a nice overlooking deck midway for viewing sunsets - The beach is not for little ones, it is extremely rocky and there was no sand to be had in either direction. We could not bring little ones down to use as it was not safe and this was very disappointing. Recommend Good Hart beach a few miles down the road for close access and sand. - For safety, the house is situated close to 119, as the road separates the property from the beach access. We had to be mindful of toddler trying to escape onto area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cecilia B., Michigan

Nice Area
We stayed here for two weeks and had a few issues. We contacted the owner and they have fixed all of them. They are great! I took off one star since they had to be fixed after we arrived. They came and moved the rocks we had isssue with in the water. They replaced the shades and put in new curtains in the bedrooms. They also told the cleaning crew to come later on our behalf so we could sleep in. We stayed two weeks so they had to come in the middle. They made sure the lawn guys came later in the day as well. Wow, are they great owners. They even said they might think about putting in a king size bed in the master upstairs, since there is room, and getting new linens and blanklets for the beds. Check the vents in the upstairs, if they are not open it gets toasty. Also, fourth bedroom is an office on first floor, just so you know. The area is supreme. The house was spotless. The TV is very nice as was reception. Kitchen has lots of room and the house is nice and bright. We had a good time and wish all the owners in the big lake were this good.