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Welcome to The Huron Host in Port Austin!

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A living room with a dark floor, a sofa with yellow cushions, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
TV with WiFi Streaming Fireplace for extra heat or ambiance
A kitchen with a microwave, stove, oven, and a toaster.
Kitchen with stocked cabinets and coffee maker
Toaster Microwave Stove & Oven Full Size Refrigerator

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Pickleball on-site
    A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Port Austin State Harbor
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Port Austin, MI
  • Place, Veteran's Memorial Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Austin State Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bird Creek Park
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to The Huron Host in Port Austin!

Your cozy getaway awaits in Port Austin at this awesome house. With 4 bedrooms including 2 full beds, 2 twin beds, and 1 queen bed, this peaceful retreat is perfect for families or groups of friends. Located directly across the street from the Glen Royal Barn event venue, this house is ready for wedding and out-of-town guests! Walk to the Farmer's Market May-October or spend a day at the beach kayaking or enjoying the sun. This house is all about location! Enjoy the convenience of amenities like heating, WiFi, and a washing machine during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you to our place.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No 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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please make sure all used dishes are washed and placed on the drying rack ready to be put away for the cleaning crew. Also make sure the coffee pot has been emptied and cleaned out.
Please strip used beds and put used/dirty towels, washcloths & sheets in the laundry room by the washing machine.
Please make sure all toilets are flushed and sinks/showers are turned all of the way off. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4365753vb
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

About the area

Port Austin

Port Austin is home to this holiday home. Pointe aux Barques Lighthouse and Port Austin Light Station are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bird Creek Park and Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, ice skating and sledging.
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Map
Port Austin, MI

What's nearby

  • Veteran's Memorial Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Port Austin State Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Bird Creek Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Veteran's Memorial Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bird Creek Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bird Creek Farms - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tap Room at Bird Creek Farms - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shelly's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Port Austin Car Wash - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Landing Tavern - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to The Huron Host in Port Austin! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcome to The Huron Host in Port Austin!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Welcome to The Huron Host in Port Austin! located?

Situated in Port Austin, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Veteran's Memorial Park and Lake Huron. Bird Creek Park and Port Austin State Harbor are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay.It was perfect for the weekend.Lots of room for a lot of people
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Thank you for your review! We can’t wait to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Great location and home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you! We appreciate your review! Please stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location and the home was fantastic
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great location, great little town. My family was extremely happy with the place and where it was located. We will definitely try and stay here again on our next trip to Port Austin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for the review! We can’t wait to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Crystal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute home, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
Thank you for visiting the Huron Host!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was fantastic! Location couldn’t be any better for our needs. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for the review! Can’t wait to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristen was very nice and her property was as advertised!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for the review! We hope you stay with us again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It was okay. We could tell that upgrade was still in process. Example transition stripes from tile floor to wood floors need to be install. No blinds on patio door, loose tiles in the bathroom but it was fine for a couple days that we stayed there
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for the feedback. We sometimes have to do repairs in the off season which reflects the price discount for that time and inconvenience of small repairs. The patio door without blinds is intentional due to potential damage to the blinds going in and out. The backyard is fairly secluded and private. Again, thank you for your feedback and all of the repairs/ upgrades have already been completed since your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a BLAST staying at The Huron Host. Location, location, location walking distance to everything in town. Love that it has four bedrooms as I had family coming up for a few days at different times. Would love to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
Thank you for visiting the Huron Host!
Verified

8/10 Good

Nikhil G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was amazing! Kristin was very prompt in her responses. Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
Thank you for visiting the Huron Host!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is very convenient to restaurants and the market. Very responsive owner/manager. Overall everything was clean and basic supplies provided.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for your review! We love the location as well! Please stay with us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob F.

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

Location great

Location great, house needs a little more TLC on cleaning and upkeep of the house, a few more basic supplies like paper towels, toilet paper Etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for the feedback!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kong V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
When we arrived we found mouse dropping on the kitchen counter. There was mouse dropping on the bedding of one of the twin beds. The flooring is uneven. It was very difficult to get warm water in the shower. It was either scolding hot or icy cold. Putting the lever in the middle shuts off the water. I was finally able to get warm water, but it was low water pressure because it was almost at the off position.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Hi! Thank you for the feedback! You are the first guest to ever report a problem with any rodents or plumbing issues! We have an exterminator monitoring the property and had a plumber make sure the shower is in top working order. The floor is an overlay of an older job due to the age of the home. Thank you again and without this feedback we can’t help make our property the best it can be.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of friends enjoyed our stay very much. When we arrived to find the A/C was not functioning I wasn’t sure we would even stay. But I contacted the owner who was very quick to resolve the issue to our comforts. The location is quick to most places yet very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Huron Host Holiday

This rental is right in the middle of town, while still being shielded from the main street happenings. The home is spacious and comfortable. During my stay, we had an issue that could have ended the trip early. The host was immediately responsive and supportive to ensure we were able to enjoy the vacation as planned. Thanks again!My family truly enjoyed experiencing Port Austin with the Huron Host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for the kind feedback!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is in a great location in Port Austin! The bathrooms were very clean and it was great having a second 1/2 bath. If you are staying during warm weather, even with the one unit, it is hard to keep the house cool, but the listing was accurate- we just ended up with extra warm weather during our stay. The grill is on the smaller size if you are planning to grill. The yard is huge and great for outdoor games.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for the review! Our hope is to one day have a whole AC unit installed! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

trenton h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A simple but well decorated home! Very clean and comes with all the amenities. On a quiet street close to town and the beach, a delicious restaurant and bar only 3 minutes away. A cute small backyard with patio furniture and a spot for fires. Bring some food to cook as the kitchen is fully stocked with dishes an oven and microwave. The guest is very accommodating, texted back about all our questions. The washer and dryer were a godsend and the password code for the door meant we never worried about leaving it unlocked. A great house for a family stay or a couples getaway. Can’t wait to go back!:)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
Thank you for visiting the Huron Host!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance W.

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

Nice place to stay

The renovation of the home made it nice. Clean up could have been better. There was sawdust in the cupboard from mounting the microwave. The master bath toilet had not been finished, the water was not turned on. Owner was very helpful and was quick to return calls. We would 100% stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thank you for the feedback! We will be sure to address the issues stated immediately. Thank you again!🙂
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check in process was smooth and the owner very responsive. We had six adults staying there and it worked quite well. I was pleasantly surprised at the size of the bedrooms. The kitchen was clean and had all we needed. The deck had seating for about 10. TV worked great, included Netflix. Suggestions: ceiling fan or exhaust vent in bathroom, mirrors in bedrooms, railing on front porch for handicapped. I would highly recommend the Huron Host! Thanks Kristin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you! Can’t wait to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. Close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

MARK M.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for the review! Please let us know if we can improve the property in any way! Thank you!

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