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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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9.8

Exceptional

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Harbor Springs, Michigan
  • Popular LocationTunnel of Trees4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarbor Springs Vineyards and Winery4 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Highlands20 min drive
  • AirportPellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)39 min drive

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About the area

Harbor Springs

Birchwood Farms stay.Your stay at this Birchwood Farms vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Tunnel of Trees and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve. Lake Michigan and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 4 min drive
  • Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery - 4 min drive
  • Thorne Swift Nature Preserve - 5 min drive
  • The Highlands - 20 min drive
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tunnel Vision Brewery - 5 min drive
  • Pier Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Pierson's Grille & Spirits - 10 min drive
  • Bar Harbor - 10 min drive
  • Paper Station Bistro - 10 min drive

About this property

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

Relaxing Retreat - Close to Downtown Harbor Springs and Ski Resorts!

ABOUT THE RENTAL
Overlooking a beautiful valley of trees in the heart of Birchwood Farms sits this spacious Bluffs Edge home. Enter through the front door into the living room with floor to ceiling windows, wood floors, and plenty of space to relax and take in the views. (*Fireplace not included for use in this rental.) The Bluffs Edge home is conducive to enjoying family meals, playing board games, and socializing with friends and family! The lovely, updated kitchen with clean, bright colors is complete with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and the perfect breakfast nook for morning coffee. Continue your day out into the cozy three season porch or onto the deck that spans the entire back of the home. The spacious primary suite on the main level just off from the living room is complete with tongue and groove vaulted ceilings, double vanities, walk-in shower, and an oversized soaking tub. Taking the stairs up and across the mezzanine are two more bedrooms (two twins in one bedroom and one queen in the other) and one full bathroom. There is another suite located above the garage with a queen bed and full bathroom creating a private and quiet space (note - this space does not have A/C like the rest of the home). The lower level is a spacious bonus space which works well for kids to be entertained or for larger groups such as a wedding party to spread out and get ready for their big day.

BIRCHWOOD COMMUNITY
This home is located in Birchwood Golf and Country Club, just above the shores of Lake Michigan. Bluffs Edge is within walking distance to the clubhouse area. Amenities are available to enjoy with a resort fee paid to Birchwood after booking the property. (**These amenities are an extra charge not included with your booking**) It is a four season retreat with its pristine 27-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, and heated swimming pools. If you are more of a winter adventurer, come enjoy the trails for cross country skiing, hiking, and snowshoeing. Harbor Springs and the surrounding resort communities also offer a wide array of exquisite restaurants, but take the opportunity to dine right within the community at the Grill Room or casual bar. Enjoy the advantage of this private club during your stay!

NEARBY DESTINATIONS
Downtown Harbor Springs: 5.2 miles
The Highlands/Nub's Nob: 8 miles
Downtown Petoskey: 18.5 miles
Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 36 miles
Pellston Regional Airport: 20 miles
Closest Winery: Pond Hill Farm, 3.3 miles (with plenty more around)

ABOUT US
Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We understand the importance of vacation and the anticipation leading up to it. We care about our travelers and take pride in our portfolio of rental properties. We encourage you to look us up online and reach out if you have any questions or concerns about the property. Our goal is to provide you with the best vacation possible with clean/well-kept properties, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!

Property manager

Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3475 sq ft (323 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

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Relaxing Retreat - Close to Downtown Harbor Springs and Ski Resorts! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PAUL O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Wonderful, spacious home within beautiful Birchwood Farms. Our family had an amazing stay! The property was extremely clean and well taken care of. We will be back :)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway
This is a beautiful place! It is perfectly situated to get to multiple attractions. Whether a small town stroll or just a quick ride to the Great Lake scenic drive and walk among the dunes. This is a fantastic place!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snow Huskies weekend
Really enjoyed the house. Only exception was the 4th bedroom that was apparently a kids room where the twin beds had plastic on the mattresses and were too short for an adult. Overall however this was a great house and we would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
I’d stay here again
Beautiful setting, beautiful home. Clean and comfortable. Owners very customer focused and make you feel welcome. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home…mostly
Home is, for the most part, spacious and well-equipped. Exceptionally clean, tidy, with great woodland views off the back of the house. However, there were two issues that, if resolved, could improve the property: 1) hook up a water line to the fridge so you can get water and ice from the door; 2) redo the showers. All the showers are small and cramped, and outdated. The master en-suite is huge, with a beautiful jetted tub, but the shower is outdated and itty bitty, with a cantilevered door. Because I have mobility issues, it just didn’t work as well as I had hoped!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tunnel of trees with friends
The house was very roomy and clean. It was supplied with everything we needed. I would stay again. The only thing we struggled with was getting the tv on the channel we wanted. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer family fun
The home was beautiful- just as advertised. The kitchen was nicely updated and the living area was perfect for family to spend time together. The screened porch was a nice bonus and my young grandson loved the ping pong table in the lower level. The location was perfect- easy walk to the Birchwood Club amenities. Our family loved our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet home down the road from lake MI cities
This home is quiet and out of the way, without truly being out of the way. Right down the road is a family favorite, Pond Hill Farms. It’s also a 20 minute drive from Petoskey, even closer still is downtown harbor springs. Boyne is just a bit further down the road. Tons of activities and amazing restaurants nearby for families, or romantic getaways. The house itself has a large master, a large deck to enjoy that looks into the woods and is expertly placed so as to give the feeling of seclusion, two bedrooms upstairs as well as a bathroom, and an in law suite above the garage. Tons of windows allow in the light, and the appliances are high end in the kitchen. Our first thought walking into the kitchen was, “hosting a large holiday dinner here would be a dream!”. We enjoyed this property for an anniversary trip with a toddler and infant along with us, and We hope to return with extended family. The clubhouse on property is pricey if you are not planning to return multiple times throughout the season so we were unable to enjoy any of those amenities, but plenty of golf is available in the area. Early week day tee times seemed to be the easiest to book and most cost proficient. Lovely home, quiet location, incredible deck, and the game room downstairs would make it tons of fun for kids and teens.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Trip.
Great area!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Weekend
Awesome house! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023