15 Reviews of Property 144343 in Harbor Springs, Michigan

My husband and I stayed in this cabin for a "mini-moon" following our wedding, and we had a wonderful time. The cottage is idyllic, and had everything we needed to cook at home and just relax. The location is a very pleasant, quick drive from downtown Harbor Springs, and is close enough to the U.P. and Mackinac for easy day trips through the "Tunnel of Trees." Our hosts were very friendly and helpful, and the property was clean. Even in the heat, the air flow was good, and the fans provided kept us very comfortably cool.

We had great food in Harbor Springs. you pretty much can't go wrong, but we especially liked Cornichons for lunch, and American Spoon for gelato. And we definitely recommend a stop at the general store in Good Hart for one of their homemade chicken pot pies. They come frozen so you can cook at home at your convenience. Yum!

One thing to note for pet owners is that you can't leave your animals in the cabin if you're not there. It worked out okay for us, but definitely was something we wished we'd known ahead of time. Also, the stairs to the bedroom are more like a ladder, and too steep and shallow for our medium-sized dog to climb. He didn't like being alone on the first floor, so we had to haul him up at night. If you have a smaller (or less wimpy) dog, it's probably not a problem, but just something to consider.

Overall A+, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely recommend to others!

We were looking for a peaceful, quiet and private setting and we certainly found it! Just a short distance from downtown Harbor Springs this little gem is tucked away in a very wooded area but conveniently located to the local attractions. We enjoyed relaxing on the deck with morning coffee and an evening with a bottle of wine from the new winery down the road at Pond Hill Farm. We were surprised to find the kitchen stocked with coffee and tea as well as foil, baggies, etc. I was very concerned the first night we arrived--I was certain the monsoon type rain would wash out the dirt road to the cabin. We proceeded cautiously out late the next morning--no problem at all! We slept in the upstairs loft. Despite 90 degree weather and no air conditioning the room had great cross ventilation and we were quite comfortable on what appeared to be a newer bed with lots of pillows.I did find the stairs to the loft to be a bit frightening. I have never been fond of steep, open stairs, but as long as you take them slowly you should have no problem. Our overall experience was very close to perfect with the exception of one thing. We have stayed in many rustic cabins (more rustic than this one) as well as tent camping but never encountered so many flying and crawling insects. Nothing really disgusting, just a lot of house flies, moths, beetles. The cabin could probably use some cauk, new screens, weatherstrip around the doors, etc. Despite this one negative we would consider staying here again next time we visit Harbor Springs.

We came for some quiet time to watch it snow after the busy holiday season, and we got exactly what we came for! Relaxing by the fire, reading, watching it snow, hiking in the rolling woods... perfect! Comfortable space, warmth was not a problem. Comfortably furnished, well appointed kitchen for cooking and eating in. Ideal location with it's close proximity to Lake Michigan, Harbor Springs, Good Hart and skiing. The hosts were very helpful and attentive to ensure our comfort and the enjoyment of our stay. I'm sure we'll return in the near future. Thanks for letting us use the cabin.

We spent four days here and had a great experience. The owners are really pleasant and the cabin was well equipped. Great location close to Harbor Springs or Petsokey - with trails and beaches nearby.

Ann & Sam, My stay at your cabin was absolutely wonderful! It more than lived up to your description. I spent the week bicycling the many wonderful trails in the area, exploring MacKinac Island, and kayaking. The cabin was a terrific place to return every evening. Spent most evenings having cocktails on the deck, cooking dinner, and reading in front of the fireplace before falling to sleep. By the way, the pots and pans you provide are first class! I've been a satisfied VRBO renter for 10 years, but rarely have I experienced such wonderful cookware! A cordon blu chef would have been delighted! A friend joined me mid-week and kept raving about the cabin and the location. I hope to return next year-----so sorry I missed you when I left. Again, many thanks for providing an ideal private and peaceful hide-a -way and for your obvious concern to provide any help needed to make my stay enjoyable! Bill

We just spent three wonderful days at this secluded cabin in the woods. Bo and Ann were very personable, generous and accommodating. The cabin was beautifully rustic and had real character. The story of how it came to be built and the history of the surrounding land (involving an Indian princess) was fascinating. It was very comfortable and peaceful. Sitting on the deck and just enjoying the quiet sounds of the forest was very relaxing. We explored the area around Harbor Springs for three days and feel we only "scratched the surface" of all the attractions in the area. We especially enjoyed visiting the Three Pines Studio and the Legs Inn (great Polish food!) in Cross Village. We enjoyed a "famous" chicken pot pie and a strawberry-rubarb pie from the General Store in Good Hart. We had a wonderful hamburger at the Harbor Bar in Harbor Springs, and then bought some ground chuck and smoked whitefish spread from the Toski Sands store in Petoskey (the same store the Harbor Bar buys its ground chuck from). Overall, we had a very good time -- just what a vacation should be!

We just returned from our week long stay at this cabin and it was perfect for us. The hosts, Bo and Ann, provided us with everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. The milk, juice and muffins waiting for us upon our arrival were much appreciated. The gas grill on the deck provided us the opportunity for midnight hamburgers following one long day. The cabin's kitchen afforded us the means for heating lasagna and Italian beef that my wife had prepared ahead of our trip and frozen.
We took day trips to Old Mill Creek State Park near Mackinaw City (the zipline and climbing wall is great); Fisherman's Island State Park near Charlevoix, (great spot for finding Petosky stones); Wildnerness State Park on Sturgeon Bay; Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore southwest of Traverse City (nice kayaking on nearby Platte River) ; and nearby Petosky State Park (a nice, clean sandy beach). The cabin provided a nice homebase to start and end each day, or to sit on the deck and enjoy the quiet. At night the only lights you'll see are the stars, and the only sound you'll hear are the crashing waves on Lake Michigan.
This was our first trip to Harbor Springs so I'm not too familiar with the local dining and shopping. But I can recommend New Yorker for a nice dinner without the kids. Yummies for ice cream, and Kilwin's for fudge and salt water taffy.
Thank you Bo and Ann! We had a wonderful week and hope to see you again.
Paul, Theresa, Giles and Megan

If you are looking for charm and a peaceful location, this is it! Our neighbors were quite literally the horses and burros. Ann and Bo have done a lovely job with the cabin. It was clean and well stocked when we arrived for our stay during the week of July 25-31. This is the perfect location for your "home-base" if you plan to take any day trips during your stay. There are also some cleared paths in the woods for you to hike if you are so inclined.

Ann and Bo made several recommendations for dining out in the area. Turkey's, in downtown Harbor Springs, has amazing pizza and they carry Hudsonville ice-cream! Legs Inn, located in Cross Village, specializes in Polish fare. We sat outside on the patio area facing Lake Michigan. The dinner portions are HUGE so if you have a small appetite, order the appetizer options. I can vouch for the cabbage rolls, they were delicious!

If you are planning to head to the UP, check out Bessie's Pasty Shop on Main Street in St Ignace. Available in beef or chicken, with or without gravy. YUM!

If you plan to go to Mackinac Island, you are in for a treat! Boats run frequently to the island. There are NO automobiles on the island--only horses, foot traffic, and bicycles. There is also a state highway on the island complete with a rest area at the halfway point for those of you who want to ride bikes. I can recommend the Yankee Rebel for good food and a reasonably priced menu. We were there during the Chicago to Mackinac boat race. The restaurant staff was courteous and overall traffic flow was good. The tour of the Fort and the carriage ride are worth the money. Just order the package option when purchasing your tickets. Don't forget to wear comfortable shoes.

If you would like to take a longer boat ride, say 3 hours, take a trip to Munising and ride out to Pictured Rocks. The rock formations and colors are worth seeing. It is a 3 hour drive, maybe a little longer, since you will run into road work areas. You might want to pack a lunch if you are on a tight schedule time-wise, plus you are not likely to find a place to eat until you get closer to Munising. There are also hiking areas nearby.

There are lots of charming harbor towns in the lower peninsula with plenty of shopping. Check out the Cherry Republic Cafe in Glen Arbor. The food is great and the gift shop is amazing! Who knew there were so many ways to use cherries.

We highly recommend this rental and look forward to returning.

Byron & Moya