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Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View!

Cabin near Lake Michigan in Harbor Springs

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Beach
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Harbor Springs, MI
  • Place, Tunnel of Trees
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nub's Nob Ski Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, The Highlands
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Harbor Springs

In Harbor Springs .Within a 5-minute walk of the cabin, you'll find Lake Michigan and Tunnel of Trees. Thorne Swift Nature Preserve and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
  • The Highlands - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 24 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brandy’s Harbortown - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bay Harbor Yacht Club - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪State Road Provisisons - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Stafford's Pier Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View!

Take a step back in time! The adorable Dancing Bear Cabin is an authentic 100 year-old storybook log cabin located on the breathtaking Tunnel of Trees, ranked among the most scenic roads in America. Less than two miles from the charming shops, restaurants and marina of downtown Harbor Springs. Close to everything yet you’ll feel a world away. Plus, you'll have a pretty bluff view of Lake Michigan!

Dancing Bear Cabin has been updated with all the modern conveniences of home, including central heat and A/C, wood burning fireplace, internet, wifi, cable, washer and dryer, clawfoot tub with shower, plus a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor firepit with four Adirondack chairs, and a charcoal BBQ. One queen bedroom and one full bedroom will accommodate four guests quite comfortably. Relax!

Book with someone you can trust! I am a Premier Partner with over 600 five-star reviews on our three northern Michigan vacation homes !!

DANCING BEAR CABIN ***** OVER 250 FIVE-STAR REVIEWS!
• Perfection! Stunning little place. ~Edmond R
• If you're thinking of booking, just do it! ~Samantha R
• This little antique cabin is magical and charming. ~Tina P
• Hands down the cleanest, most adorable place we have ever stayed! ~Kathleen H

Beach access is just a few minutes drive up the road at Thorne Swift Nature Preserve. Or visit the magnificent mile long beach at Petoskey State Park or the two public beaches in town.

Sorry, pets are not allowed. If you have an interest in purchasing Dancing Bear Cabin, please contact the owner.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We have changed our check-in and check-out times this year to allow more time to thoroughly sanitize between guests. Thanks for your understanding.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees Lake Michigan View
Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees | Lake Michigan View
Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees | Lake Michigan View Cabin
Dancing Bear Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees Lake Michigan View

Reviews

Log Cabin on Tunnel of Trees with Lake Michigan View! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 287 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cozy and relaxing cabin. My wife and I enjoyed a long weekend and couldn't be more pleased with the cabin. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect authentic American cabin with up to date creature comfort such as a well stocked fully functional kitchen and a wood burning fireplace! View was also great. Just far enough away from “everyone” with a short commute to harbor springs and Petoskey for groceries or fine dining! This was our second visit and we will be back! My husband thinks a new sofa might be nice…just a thought.
View from the cabin
Best fireplace ever
Outside the cabin
Morning vuew from the cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rena F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mj H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest cabin ever! Perfectly decorated in vintage decor. We didn't use the firepit but it sits in a large backyard where Turkeys were running around entertaining us. The cabin was spotless, beds comfy, and everything in great working order. Did not need to communicate with anyone after I arrived but pre arrival, communication was wonderful. Recommend 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sue J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cabin with nice amenities on the edge of Harbor Springs. Easy access to/from Good Hart, Cross Village, Harbor Springs, nature center and bike trails. Bathroom is a bit small/limited space for toiletries but suited my needs since I was there by myself (the shower is a kit for a clawfoot tub; also I'm 5'2 -but nimble- so the stretch to get in/out wasn't too bad). Great communication with host and nice touches with firewood, grill, fire pit, outside chairs etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our third yearly stay at the cabin. Recommend you try the Pond Mill Farms, Legs Inn, Good Heart General Store, and Trillium Woods Coffee shop. Cabin is always clean and comfortable, especially the evening fires in the stone wall fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
rustic in appearance, up to date in function
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jarred W., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting, well-kept simple cabin, close to everything. Definitely a great option if you are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was everything I was hoping it would be. Super clean and location was perfect. Just enough out of town to feel like a getaway but close enough for all kinds of entertainment. We enjoyed the beaches, restaurants, shopping, a nice cruise of the bay and as a bonus there was a vintage car show that was pretty nice. It was a very nostalgic visit. It reminded me of staying at my grandparents cottage as a child. Thanks so much. Definitely making plans to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such an adorable cabin! Everything was perfect. Enjoyed the stay immensely!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin vibes

Cabin was very clean, cute, and cozy! We brought our 1 year old for his first trip up north. This was a great location for us. 30 min from the beach we like to go to and about 5 min from downtown harbor springs. Owner and kind neighbors gave us firewood that lasted us the entire week which was wonderful. Lots of s’mores made! If you have young ones the cabin is right by the street, so you gotta keep an eye out so they don’t run into the road but our guy did just fine. Would definitely recommend this cabin for small families visiting the area! Would love to see it in the winter because the fire place is magnificent.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W., Troy, Michagan

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristiana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cabin, great location! Perfect spot for us to call home while we explored the area. Communication with owner was great. He even let us check in a bit early when we got to town ahead of schedule!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect in every way. . We were there 5 nights. The cabin is stocked with all you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin.

This is a great little cabin. Everything was as stated in the listing. Everything worked great the hostess kind enough to leave us some firewood inside! I will say the only thing is that it is not close to the lake as one of the photos showed. Bit other than that it was an absolute gem of a property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic. Exceeded expectations. The cabin is so cute…my grandson said, “this is a real log cabin”. He will remember this get away forever
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cabin just outside of town

Great cabin - great location just outside of town - close enough to enjoy but far enough away to relax by the camp fire at night.. Love the location on the tunnel of trees. Just what we were looking for to get away with the family. The fireworks over the harbor on the 4th were wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph R., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin in the heart of the tunnel of trees

This wonderful historic cabin has been updated with attention to detail. The washer and dryer might be small but work great. Very clean. Minutes from Harbor Springs restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was the cutest little cabin in the perfect location with a view of the bay! The owner was kind and so communicative. We will definitely be coming back for another visit, but next time we will stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin getaway

Exactly as advertised, evevything you need. Cabin was very clean, quiet. Beds OK, not great. Definitely would consider another stay. What we were looking for in a long weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We just got home from a four day. Stay at this cute little cabin. It was so clean and the view is just amazing. You’re not on the water, but you can see it right out the front window. There’s plenty of places to drive for a scenic routes. The downtown area is cute for shopping and small eating restaurants. Everything you need for the kitchen is there. The front bedroom facing the street has the best bed. You don’t hear a lot of traffic at night very quiet. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Little Bit of Heaven!

Went up to Harbor Springs to be with my Godchild and family. We loved the fire pit. Made popcorn and semores. Played games in front of the beautiful firer place. The view was outstanding. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025