Updated on Jul 20, 2026
|
Type
|
Private vacation home
|
|
Bedrooms
|
4
|
|
Bathrooms
|
2
|
|
House Rules
|
-
No pets allowed
-
Children allowed: ages 0-17
-
Smoking is not permitted
-
No events allowed
|
|
Max Occupancy
|
8
|
|
Host Language
|
English
|
|
Property Id
|
9596445
|
Beach Retreat – come enjoy this family friendly historic beach cottage that dates from the 1880s. The summer cottage was originally built on Harbor Point but was moved over the ice with horses in the 1910s!
This home is right on the beach and offers views of Little Traverse Bay, Petoskey, and Bay Harbor. The large sandy beach is ideal for launching your kayak or paddleboard and enjoying smores at the beach firepit. Zero gravity chairs are provided for your beach enjoyment. Just steps from the lakeside covered porch is a private deck with chairs and cocktail tables. As the shoreline is constantly changing, water shoes are recommended for swimming as the lake can be rocky.
The cozy living room with a wood burning beach stone fireplace encourages you to put your feet up and read a good book on cool days. There is plenty of seating for family and friends to gather around the fireplace, Smart TV or take in the views through the large picture window. Off the living room is the den area. The Wi-Fi is strong and will enable guests to Zoom their appointments or stream movies.
The full kitchen offers room for preparing meals in and connects to the dining room with seating for six. The dining room is a cozy space with antique cottage table and chairs. In the kitchen you will find: refrigerator with icemaker, full size oven and stovetop, dishwasher, coffeemaker and Mr. Coffee K-cup, in addition to being fully stocked for your cooking and baking needs.
On the main floor is a queen bedroom and a full bath. Upstairs you will find a bedroom overlooking the lake, offering a queen and twin bed with Jack-and-Jill three quarter bathroom that connects to another bedroom with two twins. A third bedroom upstairs has one double bed. A half bath can be found connected the twin and double bedrooms. All rooms have windows and almost all rooms have views or partial views of the water. You can hear the lake as you drift off to sleep after a fun filled day on the beach.
A washer and dryer for laundry are available in the detached garage (garage is unavailable for parking/vehicles).
Located in Harbor Springs, this vacation home is on the beach. Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and Little Traverse History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tunnel of Trees and Donald Ross Memorial Course. Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Cheboiganing Preserve are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Get the full listing »
2 Br Mobile Home Vacation Rental In Alanson, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 4619784
Step aboard history with a stay in Crooked Lake Express 2579, a lovingly restored 1910 Grand Trunk Railroad passenger car now nestled in the heart of Northern Michigan. This authentic train car has...
3 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Alanson, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 5023282
Your cozy getaway awaits in Alanson at this gorgeous house. With three bedrooms, including two queen beds and a fun bunk bed, theres plenty of space for everyone to relax. The two bathrooms feature...
3 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Alanson, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 3402119
Located just minutes from ski resorts, charming waterfront towns, golf courses, hiking trails, and year-round outdoor recreation, this home is perfectly situated for every season. Guests will also...
2 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Carp Lake, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 7470604
A beautiful quiet 1200 square ft home on Paradise Lake. This property is new for 2019. This is a perfect location to be out of the tourist towns but close enough that you are a short drive away....
2 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Alanson, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 2358879
Spend a weekend Up North at this charming cottage. This spot is the perfect home base to enjoy everything that our idyllic area has to offer! Bring your boat and launch it at the Inland Waterway...
6 Br Cottage Vacation Rental In Alanson, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 2310982
Step into this beautifully preserved historic home, where original wood double doors open to a welcoming retreat filled with timeless character and subtle mid-century style. Thoughtfully designed...
3 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Alanson, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 3615817
As you approach, the sight of large, inviting windows draws your gaze. These windows allow an abundance of natural light to flood the interior and provide breathtaking views of the surrounding...
4 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Alanson, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 1715802
There is no better way to spend your summer than vacationing in gorgeous Northern Michigan. This is a newly renovated 4 bedroom two bath home on Crooked Lake. Complete with air conditioning, washer...
4 Br Cottage Vacation Rental In Alanson, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 1502387
One of six privately owned cottages in a unique, park-like community called Waters Edge on Crooked Lake. This cottage has tons of charm and is very well maintained. The pine beam ceilings create a...
2 Br Cottage Vacation Rental In Carp Lake, Michigan - Vrbo Property # 3240040
Large RV with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath on Lake Michigan shore.If scenic views and a great location are on your vacation bucket list, this property is for you! Just steps from Lake Michigan, Straitsview...
