Relaxing Retreat - Close to Downtown Harbor Springs and Ski Resorts! - Birchwood Farms

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Deck Spanning Back of House w/ Dining Set

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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8323 sq m

Popular amenities

Outdoor space

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Harbor Springs, Michigan

Tunnel of Trees4 min drive
Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery4 min drive
The Highlands20 min drive
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)39 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Main Level Primary Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Guest Room Above Garage

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Queen Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Twin Guest Room

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Quarters Above Garage Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Main Level Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Main Level Primary Suite Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper Level Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Relaxing Retreat - Close to Downtown Harbor Springs and Ski Resorts!

ABOUT THE RENTAL
Overlooking a beautiful valley of trees in the heart of Birchwood Farms sits this spacious Bluffs Edge home. Enter through the front door into the living room with floor to ceiling windows, wood floors, and plenty of space to relax and take in the views. (*Fireplace not included for use in this rental.) The Bluffs Edge home is conducive to enjoying family meals, playing board games, and socializing with friends and family! The lovely, updated kitchen with clean, bright colors is complete with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and the perfect breakfast nook for morning coffee. Continue your day out into the cozy three season porch or onto the deck that spans the entire back of the home. The spacious primary suite on the main level just off from the living room is complete with tongue and groove vaulted ceilings, double vanities, walk-in shower, and an oversized soaking tub. Taking the stairs up and across the mezzanine are two more bedrooms (two twins in one bedroom and one queen in the other) and one full bathroom. There is another suite located above the garage with a queen bed and full bathroom creating a private and quiet space (note - this space does not have A/C like the rest of the home). The lower level is a spacious bonus space which works well for kids to be entertained or for larger groups such as a wedding party to spread out and get ready for their big day.

BIRCHWOOD COMMUNITY
This home is located in Birchwood Golf and Country Club, just above the shores of Lake Michigan. Bluffs Edge is within walking distance to the clubhouse area. Amenities are available to enjoy with a resort fee paid to Birchwood after booking the property. (**These amenities are an extra charge not included with your booking**) It is a four season retreat with its pristine 27-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, and heated swimming pools. If you are more of a winter adventurer, come enjoy the trails for cross country skiing, hiking, and snowshoeing. Harbor Springs and the surrounding resort communities also offer a wide array of exquisite restaurants, but take the opportunity to dine right within the community at the Grill Room or casual bar. Enjoy the advantage of this private club during your stay!

NEARBY DESTINATIONS
Downtown Harbor Springs: 5.2 miles
The Highlands/Nub's Nob: 8 miles
Downtown Petoskey: 18.5 miles
Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 36 miles
Pellston Regional Airport: 20 miles
Closest Winery: Pond Hill Farm, 3.3 miles (with plenty more around)

ABOUT US
Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept properties, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!

Property manager

Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Outdoor space

Outdoor space

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Harbor Springs

This holiday home is located in Birchwood Farms, a neighbourhood in Harbor Springs, and is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve, while Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and Little Traverse History Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.

Harbor Springs, Michigan

What's nearby

Tunnel of Trees - 4 min drive
Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery - 4 min drive
Thorne Swift Nature Preserve - 5 min drive
The Highlands - 20 min drive
Nub's Nob Ski Area - 22 min drive

Getting around

Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

Tunnel Vision Brewery - 5 min drive
Pier Restaurant - 10 min drive
Pierson's Grille & Spirits - 10 min drive
Bar Harbor - 10 min drive
Paper Station Bistro - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Retreat - Close to Downtown Harbor Springs and Ski Resorts! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Retreat - Close to Downtown Harbor Springs and Ski Resorts!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Retreat - Close to Downtown Harbor Springs and Ski Resorts!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Retreat - Close to Downtown Harbor Springs and Ski Resorts! located?

This family-friendly Harbor Springs holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Tunnel of Trees and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve. Lake Michigan is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Bethany P.

18 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

This is a beautiful place! It is perfectly situated to get to multiple attractions. Whether a small town stroll or just a quick ride to the Great Lake scenic drive and walk among the dunes. This is a fantastic place!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

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10/10 Excellent

William V.

5 Mar 2024

Excellent Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We are comfortable with this residence. This is the third time we have rented it. All it is missing is a hot tub and more heat in the basement.

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

25 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snow Huskies weekend

Really enjoyed the house. Only exception was the 4th bedroom that was apparently a kids room where the twin beds had plastic on the mattresses and were too short for an adult. Overall however this was a great house and we would definitely rent it again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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10/10 Excellent

ryan s.

25 Feb 2024

Family Ski Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great home for an Up North experience. Close to skiing, tunnel of trees, great northern towns and more. The house was very clean, just right for our family of 8 and had all the bedding, towels, kitchen gadgets and games we needed to have a hassle free week. Thanks!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Rob T., Fishers, Indiana

21 Feb 2024

Ski Adventure

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A beautiful home that kept 8 people warm and comfortable while we skied for a couple of days. Plenty of space for everyone and great views out the back side of the house. It wasn't far from The Highlands and Harbor Springs downtown area.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan

Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey, Michigan. We understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept properties, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!