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Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs

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Escape to this private beach community and unwind in The Boat House, a family-friendly haven with a kitchenette, washer/dryer combo, and large deck overlooking the waterfront. With HD TV, charcoal Weber grill, and nearby garden railroad for kids of all ages.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs

Come enjoy this family friendly beach apartment in a private community. The property features 2 bedrooms (1 king, 2 bunk beds) and a bath. The great room includes kitchenette with Thermador cooktop, small refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster oven, microwave, toaster, and a complete set of Calphalon Cookware Herbs, spices, sugar, coffee and tea, as well as soap, shampoo, laundry detergent, and paper products. There is a washer/dryer combo in the bathroom. The Boat House also has HD TV, AC/heat, charcoal Weber grill on large deck overlooking the private beach--access to 60 feet of waterfront! Check out what's happening in the workshop—Dave is an avid modeler and happy to tell you all about his models. Unfortunately the Boathouse is not pet-friendly or accessible for wheelchairs as there is an outdoor flight of stairs to access the apartment.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Optional ski privileges

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking on property including beach

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 552 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests must respect quiet times (10pm to 9am). This includes music, gatherings and children. Access to Association park not included in rental.
Fires are not allowed on the deck or beach.
Absolutely no smoking, firearms or fireworks are allowed on property (including beach).

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking on property including beach

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
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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Boat House Skiing Town Family Friendly Apartment Harbor Springs
Boat House Skiing Town Family Friendly Harbor Springs
"the Boat House" Beach Garden Railroad Town Family Friendly
The Boat House Near Skiing Near Town Family Friendly

About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Harbor Springs

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 9 min drive - 13.1 km
  • The Highlands - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 40 min drive - 52.7 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Brandy’s Harbortown - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Gurney's Harbor Bottle Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pier Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs located?

Nestled on the beach, this Harbor Springs apartment building is just steps from Tunnel of Trees and Lake Michigan. Donald Ross Memorial Course and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Vacation at "The Boat House", Private Beach, Near Harbor Springs Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

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

Charming Boathouse Stay

Very clean with nice lake decor. Quiet and good location at the beginning of Tunnel of Trees. Nice sandy beach. Charming well informed hosts. This was my second visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Very peaceful location. Loved the decor and everything thought of for convenience and comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hugh D., Roanoke, Virginia

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

Winter comes to boathouse

Great facility - Great location - Great hosts ---Will stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

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

5 star plus

Beautiful, charming, comfortable property. Excellent location. Beautiful beach. The hosts are great and thought of everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M., DeWitt, MI

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

Beautiful!!

Gorgeous location! Steps from the beach and very quiet. My husband and I had an incredibly relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerry R.

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

Perfect for the skiing season

Perfect location for a ski weekend. Everything about the space was cozy with modern amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Wonderful retreat

We were able to destress due to the property's location, the property and the host's attention to details. We booked next year's stay even before we left the property. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Wonderful. A gem of a place.

Relaxing and very comfortable. The hosts are top notch. Dave's gauge G railroad a must see.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

The Boat House

I had a delightful stay. The Boat House is a well-equipped and beautiful property. The owners were very helpful and friendly. I hope to return to Harbor Springs and stay at the Boat House again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Manish B.

Very Romantic Location

Awesome experience, Love the details in the house. Truly a splendid boat house
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

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

Best B&B in Harbor Springs

Beautifully appointed and sparkling clean. This was a top notch choice. Private beach is a plus. Totally charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

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

Exactly as pictured

Private beach was fantastic! A perfect spot to relax and read while enjoying the sounds of the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth H.

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

Great get a way

We enjoyed walking on the beach and sitting on the deck. The trees obstructed the water view somewhat. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

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

Great Place and Beach

My husband and I stayed at the Boat House and loved it. It was very clean, updated, had all amenities needed and the private beach was perfect. The location was quiet and within close range to the tunnel of trees, Petoskey, parks and shopping. I recommend going to the Pond Hill Farm (5 minutes away) for plenty of children activities, food, beverages and a band. We had a great stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Fantastic Place

3 Girlfriends stayed two nights. Long walks on the beach, short trips to Harbor Springs and Petoskey. Host Dave shared his passion with his boat, plane and trains and gave us a tour of his workshop. Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy o.

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

Fall Getaway The Boathouse

Pam and Dave were very helpful and very good at communicating with us! The place is very clean and has everything you could need. It is right on the water and the beach view is wonderful. We had a great extended get away. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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

Beautiful Beach, Clean Space

The beach is unbelievable and quiet. The space is very clean and as shown. It is quite tight, but again, they clearly show that in the pictures. I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

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

Lovely stay!

This rental was just what we needed! It was a cozy, perfect space to come back to after long days on the slopes. And, it was a short drive to our new favorite dining and sledding spot- Pond Hill Farm. The rental was exceptionally clean, with great towels and linens. The view was amazing. My family would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

A slice of heaven

We have come many times as the natural setting and boathouse are so beautiful. We hope to come again! Thank you Dave and Pam.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet V., Huntington Woods, MI USA

Charming carriage house apartment, beautifully decorated and stunning views.

Pam and Dave have a gorgeous place right on the water with wonderful history. They are gracious hosts and everything was so well done. We have been coming to Harbor Springs for over 20 years both winter and summer and love the area and look forward to staying at the Boat House again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Wonderful Boathouse retreat

The boathouse was a lovely place to stay. It was cozy during a rainy week. Very comfortable bed, fully equipped kitchen (except for a freezer, which really wasn’t a problem). Wonderful hosts and beautiful beach. I will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

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

Wonderful beach trip

Our family of four had a great week at the boat house. Pam and Dave are very gracious and helpful hosts. The apartment is quite cute and cozy, well supplied, and extremely clean. Best of all, the beach is amazing! We look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Betsy K., Columbus, OH

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

Wonderful Stay at the Boat House

The boat house was sparkling clean and perfect for my stay! I had such a wonderful time and Pam was great. Very easy to communicate with. Thank you so much for your hospitality. I’ll be back next year for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy F., Kalamazoo, MI

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

A Cozy Respite in Harbor Springs

The Boat House is exactly as described. We've stayed at several other rentals in Harbor Springs...all of which pale in comparison to this property. Though the weather kept us from enjoying the deck and beach during our stay, the interior space in The Boat House provided a cozy respite from the rain. We're already planning a return trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyndal S.

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

Cozy and Beautiful

We loved our time at Pam and Dave’s Boathouse. This truly is a hidden gem and was the key to our relaxing and fun week in Northern Michigan. The space was perfect for our family of three, including a pack and play, booster seat and blackout shades in the bedrooms to make traveling with an infant easy. The boathouse is steps away from the lake, which made for a relaxing and fun-filled week. We so enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024