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Beach
Kitchen
Dining room
Charlie the Moose

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cottage on the beach

This cozy cottage on Lake Michigan has breath-taking views and million dollar sunsets. This is the perfect getaway for a family looking to enjoy the wonderful amenities of Northern Michigan. Located one mile from the famous Tunnel of Trees and six miles from Downtown Harbor Springs, a premier shopping district, there is many activities nearby such as Golfing, Fishing, Tennis, Hiking, Skiing, Sailing, Site Seeing, wine tasting at Harbor Springs Vineyards and winery at Pond Hill farm, and many more. While at this private water-front cottage you can enjoy playing a game of pool with your family or relaxing in the sauna to make this stay a very fun and relaxing retreat.

Keywords: Cottage, Pool Table, Beach, Lake Front, Sauna, Fireplace, Deck, Canoe, Lake View, Cozy, Secluded, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 4 Beds, Tri-Level, Bar, Darts, Full Kitchen, Dining Table

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please make sure all windows are closed and locked. Please place laundry in the laundry Shut thermostat to 72
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 407683vb
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this cottage is on the beach. Tunnel of Trees and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • beach near Thorne Swift Court - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tunnel of Trees - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 11 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 14 min drive - 21.5 km
  • The Highlands - 17 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road Provisisons - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rodrigo's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Out To Lunch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trillium Woods - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gurney's Harbor Bottle Shop - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cottage on the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Cottage on the beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tunnel of Trees and Lake Michigan. Thorne Swift Nature Preserve is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was exactly what we hoped it would be. Perfect for our family from the house to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was amazing! Every night was a beautiful sunset. The house was super cozy and the beach was so relaxing. Town wasn’t that far either. It was a great little get-a-way!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk M.

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

Cozy home with terrific views!

Home was as described and very comfortable, we had a very nice time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

Right on the beach

Great location. Host very helpful with the few questions we had. Perfect for our family trip . Would definitely stay here again. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

seth p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time in northern Michigan

Nice rustic cabin in just an absolutely beautiful and stunning location. Our family of 4 had a wonderful stay and time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

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

Beautiful, serene vacation cottage

This is the perfect location for a beautiful and serene vacation. We enjoyed eating on the deck with a breathtaking view of Lake Michigan. The beach is quiet and sandy which makes for a wonderful morning and evening walk. We were so thankful to be able to bring our dog with us. The cottage was clean and had an upNorth feel. My husband and sons enjoyed a few games of pool in the basement. We would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Family trip

The sunsets were spectacular. The cabin is awesome. We spent most of our time on the deck. The cabin met our every need. The weather was great all week. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Perfect location

What a gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2021
Thank you for the five star review! Please come see us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devon C.

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

Our favorite Harbor Springs cottage

My husband and I have been staying at Buddy’s cottage for several years, and we absolutely love it! It has become our favorite summer tradition. The views and beach are spectacular, and Buddy is a kind and helpful host. We can’t wait to return again very soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jodi g.

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

Outstanding!

Thank you for a fabulous week! The house was comfortable, the beach was beautiful, the neighbors were kind, and our dogs had a blast!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Beautiful Place to Relax

We really enjoyed our stay, especially since we could take our pet pug with us on vacation! It's a beautiful place to relax and enjoy Lake Michigan. The drive to Petoskey from the house is a bit longer than expected, but that can be a good thing depending on what you're looking for. It's a very comfortable home with a great view of the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Amazing Vacation with Family and Dogs!

Our first time to Michigan and just absolutely LOVED this trip and property! A beautiful view of the water from the living room! Walkout access to the beach and pet friendly! The small town of Harbor Springs was a joy to visit, so was a drive through the Tunnel of Trees. Highly recommend this property! Gene was a pleasure to work with! Will be visiting again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna O.

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

Lake Michigan heaven

Quaint cabin right on Lake. Our dogs were in heaven being able to walk 2 miles and either direction right on the lake with no leashes. They had never experienced that and they were in heaven.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Beautiful Location

What a great location and home. Few places let you stay so close to the water that you can hear the waves while you sit in the living room. This along with the picturesque view made for a wonderful Fall stay. The host was very responsive and addressed any question we may have. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2020
Thank you so much for your review. I’m so happy that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage! I am looking forward to having you back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronda B.

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

Beautiful home and beach

We loved our stay at this cozy cottage. The private beach was the highlight of our stay especially with the lake view from the cottage. Buddy was super helpful and answered all of our questions regarding our stay. Our family is growing from 8 to 10 this upcoming year so unfortunately we will not fit for future vacations, otherwise we would definitely be returning. Thank you for a wonderful spot to spend our family vacation! -Ronda B
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devon C.

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

Another perfect week in our happy place!

My husband and I have been staying at Buddy’s incredible lake house for several years, and it is always our favorite week of the year! The cottage is open and airy with stunning Lake Michigan views! Even rainy days are gorgeous with the picture windows showcasing the pristine beach and relaxing waves. The private, sandy beach that’s perfect for swimming and rock hunting, and the bonfire pit that can be enjoyed while star gazing, offer plenty to do from morning to night! Buddy is a wonderful, thoughtful host, and we look forward to returning for many years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Breathtaking view

Very beautiful property in a great location. Lots of stairs, but it is worth the climb. Owner is very responsive and quick to assist with any questions. If you are looking for a peaceful retreat with family or friends, this is the place for you. I love Upper Michigan so this house and location were both a dream for me. The owner was also kind enough to allow me to bump my week due to my husband having surgery. Very nice and very responsive. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

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

Photos cannot capture how fabulous this property is!

This property is wonderful! It is the perfect getaway! Located right on the beach, you wake right up to a view of Lake Michigan. You can hear the waves all throughout the house with the windows open. It provides the perfect amount of privacy without compromising the view. We enjoyed the ease of check in/out, the cleanliness, the extra towels/blankets provided, the rocking chairs on the deck are SUPER comfortable and the perfect spot to keep an eye on the grill and watch your family on the beach/watch the waves and there are also two 2-person kayaks that were tons of fun. You are able to walk along the beach going either way for what seems like miles, we personally spent several hours each of our 5 days there and we enjoyed it each and every time and something always kept us interested. We were able to find all sorts of different rocks and even found a few Petoskey right on the beach of this very property! We cannot wait to stay here again and definitely recommend this property!
View from the deck
View from the deck
Out on Lake Michigan enjoying one of the two 2-person kayaks the property provides
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Exceptional location

The house was beautiful and we could not have asked for a more stunning location directly on the beach. If there were any negatives, I would say that the upstairs bedrooms were very cramped with very minimal closet space and the beds were not up to the standards of the rest of the house. I would also add a safety caution for the upstairs bathtub which was extremely slippery and could easily cause a bad fall. The main floor offered stunning views of the lake, the kitchen was well-stocked with essentials such as spices, plastic bags and foil, paper towels, etc. All we needed to buy was food. We had a wonderful vacation and highly recommend this property because of its amazing location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

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

Unique cozy well maintained cottage on the sand!

The pictures do NOT do this place justice! This cozy lodge is nestled in the bluff right along Lake Michigan. Two short flights of steps down from the car and you are at the perfect little home on the shore. Another flight down to the edge of the sand, or walkout from the basement. The basement has a very well maintained pool table, bar, TV, comfy pull out sofa and is great for the kids or entertaining, The owner's decor and personal artifacts really add to the charm of the place and make is special. The home is thoughtfully updated in the kitchen and bathrooms, yet maintains is original charm with some funky 70s tiles here and there. The sauna, hot water, wifi and appliances work well. The main floor TV is new, filled with apps for TV shows and I'm a perfect location to not block the view. AND THE VIEW is the main show for sure! You feel like you are right on the shore! The house fit our family of 6 and two pups perfectly. The owner has the place stocked with your every need and is available as needed to answer questions. The home was VERY clean compared to many pet friendly rentals we have chosen. before and had everything we needed and more! It is a short 15 minute drive to town or to the slopes! We will be back for sure, it's my dream home!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2021
Thank you very much for your review! I hope you will consider us in the future
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie F.

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

Gorgeous location

Truly a beautiful spot on Lake Michigan. Our family loved being able to enjoy the beautiful expanse of the Lake from the living room, deck, and beach. There’s also everything you need to enjoy the property - beach chairs, grill, kayaks and we enjoyed the pool table in the lower level as well. Nice that this is a dog-friendly rental. We kept our dog leashed or contained on the deck (they even have baby gates) and she loved it. Met one of the neighbors and his lovable, friendly golden retriever, which was fun. The shore itself is a bit rocky, but we enjoyed swimming, I just recommend a floatie of some sort to keep your feet off the bottom of the lake. Make sure you watch your step - lots of steep stairs, especially the sandy rock steps down to the beach. The sled to lower your suitcases, etc down from the driveway to the property worked well. The bedrooms upstairs are tight. Two of the three beds up there don’t have box springs and are very soft. Upstairs bathroom is also tight, and most of our group just took turns using downstairs bathroom. Kitchen had everything we needed, and it was nice to have a big dining room table, which we splayed out with a 1,000 piece puzzle we bought at the bookstore in town (completed just in the nick of time the night before check-out). We had the kitchen/bar counter or deck to eat at. Overall, the location made this place. Beautiful wooded drive to the property, and unbelievable lake views everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharon w.

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

Magical Thanksgiving!

We had an amazing Thanksgiving at Buddy’s beautiful lake home! Everything you need is there for a comfortable stay, some may like more luxurious furniture etc but the views are amazing! We had beautiful beach weather in November and were in awe of the beach and sunsets! Buddy is more than accommodating and seems to enjoy sharing his beautiful home. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location !!

Great view!!! Easy access to beach and water. Wonderful hiking nearby and not too far from town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James V.

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

prettiest spot on Lake Michigan

I get one vacation a year, and have for 35 years spent it here at Seven Mile Point. This rental is an A-frame chalet (prob 1970). It's rather rustic, which is precisely perfect. I do love the Moose, but the best feature is the deck where I did all my meals. The usual conveniences (wifi, cable, grill, etc) The unique delights (cedar & spruce aroma, sound of waves). My only regret was the full moon which pretty much ruled out any milky way watching this week. "Buddy" is pretty chill. and he has this dog thing
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property and views!

We absolutely loved our stay at this property. The views are amazingly beautiful, with the beach right outside your door and the sound of the waves at all times! The house worked perfectly for our family of 5. And the location is perfect for exploring the areas nearby. The cleanliness of the house could be improved. It was certainly cleaned and sanitary; however, there seemed to be a decent amount of dust and cobwebs. Needless to say, we would definitely recommend this home and would certainly stay here again. Seriously loved those gorgeous views!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

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