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Expansive home w/ wrap around deck, full kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, stereo

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Expansive home w/ wrap around deck, full kitchen

Birchwood: Scenic Sanctuary

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The great room is the centerpiece of this house! Large windows and sliding glass doors open to a deck, inviting the outdoors in. The master suite includes vanities, a jacuzzi tub, and a large shower. The outdoor deck and expansive yard are perfect for dining or relaxing. Wind down around the firepit in the evening in this serene setting.

What’s nearby:
Harbor Springs’ downtown is just a ten-minute drive. The Boyne Highlands Resort and Nubs Nob Ski Resort (eight and nine miles away respectively) offer a plethora of winter activities that include skiing and snowboarding!

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Two car garage + one extra parking space
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Optional access to the neighborhood amenities (shared pool, golf course, dining facilities, fitness facility, tennis courts, playground, hiking trails) is available for groups of 5 or less for an additional fee ($750 during May through September, $250 for October through April). Please contact us for more information about seasonal amenities.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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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

Pets not 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 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

Property is also known as

Expansive W Clubhouse House
22560
Expansive Home w/ Clubhouse House
Expansive Home w/ Clubhouse

About the area

Map
Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 4 min drive
  • Harbor Springs Beach - 11 min drive
  • The Highlands - 19 min drive
  • Heather Golf Course at Boyne Highlands - 19 min drive
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road Provisions - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pier Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Highlands at Harbor Springs Main Dining Room - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Slopeside Lounge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Nub's Pub - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Expansive home w/ wrap around deck, full kitchen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Expansive home w/ wrap around deck, full kitchen?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Expansive home w/ wrap around deck, full kitchen?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Expansive home w/ wrap around deck, full kitchen located?

Located in Birchwood Farms, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Tunnel of Trees and 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery. Lake Michigan and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Expansive home w/ wrap around deck, full kitchen Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
This house is lovely and has pretty much everything you’ll need for a vacation. A couple of items missing from the listing: there is a Keurig in addition to the coffee maker, which was bonus. Also, if you use a hairdryer you’ll need to bring one. It was not shown in the listing as an amenity, we just assumed one would be there. The house was clean, tidy and well furnished. The drive to Nubs Nob was 15 minites max. There is plenty of room in the house with a nice open floor plan.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
This home was great for our quick winter weekend of snowboarding. Super close to Nubs Nob and Boyne Highlands. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Even better than we thought it would be
This property was even nicer in person than we thought it would be. Very clean. Master bed was very comfortable. Kitchen was nice with lots of utensils. Backyard was beautiful & very peaceful. Nice table for playing card games/board games. We didn’t use the fireplace but the option was nice. WiFi worked well. Great location, close to ski resorts which is what we were looking for. My kids were sad to leave & are already asking to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay
Great house and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

sue b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing
Paperwork before check in was difficult especially for those who aren’t tech savvy. Location was perfect for exploring the area. The tree colors were beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

James Q.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirtiest bug infested place ever
This place has not been cleaned in months. There are tons of dead bugs all over the place and there was no Wi-Fi Internet or cable Tv . I contacted customer service multiple times from the point of walking in the door. My spouse and I had to walk around the house and clean the entire house before we could even put our stuff in there. I have videos and photos to show you. Someone also put a Coca-Cola can in the freezer and it exploded all over the place. I contacted customer service multiple times and they never helped to resolve this issue. I want some sort of refund
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sara D., Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
The house is ideally located, within 10 minutes of The Highlands and Nub's Nob! We loved the layout of the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very and in Great Condition
This property was in great shape, well appointed with everything you need as a renter and everything was labeled really well so it was easy to use everything. Had a wonderful stay with my family of 5 and plenty of room. Will return....
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan and Louise V., Canton

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house - great location
Definitely worthwhile
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

paul k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place in the woods!
Property was as shown in listing, and very well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Fun!
Loved the house. Great layout. View out the back was wonderful and very private. Property Manager was quick to respond. Already talking about coming back. Would even enjoy the same house. Enjoyable experience.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Steve A.

Peaceful home in the trees
We loved the layout of the home but the outside areas were covered in cob webs and the kitchen wasn’t clean. We did ask the maintenance guy to fix the grill and he replaced it with a new one which we really appreciated. Our biggest issue was that on 3 occasions a mouse ran across the floor which put a damper on our entertaining.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing family getaway
Very nice quiet place to enjoy hanging out with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skiing for spring break
Property was well equipped even for bigger groups. Quiet, comfortable. A bit further out of town than we would have liked, but overall we were pleased! Wished we’d had a bit more instructions—on the community amenities etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful surroundings
This home is beautiful and spacious! We had enough space for the kids to run around and dance and the grandparents play cards and join in on the dancing. The view of the sunrise from the main floor living space is a great way to wake up and get excited for the day! Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Skiing Home
Beautiful home with a lovely kitchen. Views out the windows of the woods and snow were lovely. Location near the ski hill was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Ski Trip
Clean, sharp, nice, very spacious. Everything worked and home was quite cozy despite cold temps. Furniture in great shape. Cable, internet are fast and easy to you. Love that garage access is available! Nice touch. View out the living room windows is lovely. 15 minutes to ski hills. Amazingly low price for rental compared to so many other properties of lesser quality. Memory foam mattress in main bedroom is a killer, though. Ugh. Somebody needs to swap out several burned out light bulbs. Other than those two things, this place is a gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miranda B., Evansville,IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful!
We decided to visit Harbor Springs and this was one of the only properties that came up in my search since it was such late notice. It must have been meant to be, because this place is absolutely wonderful. It’s called “scenic sanctuary”, and that’s exactly what it was. The neighborhood is beautiful and quiet. The house is secluded. We used the wood burning fireplace most of the time we were there. The house has everything you need and more. The beds were comfortable, and my five year old loved sleeping on the rollaway bed in the master bedroom. I don’t think I have ever slept so well on a trip. It’s a very short drive to downtown Harbor Springs which is such a charming town. We had the best time playing in the snow and just enjoying the house!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Jeff M., Findlay, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location and decent property
Good space and great location. Deck was great spot for dining and just relaxing. Only issues were no fire pit (portable unit chained up in garage) and the grill was not usable (think disgustingly filthy) which impacted our meal plans. Didn’t use the country club but it looked really nice. So if you plan to golf, play tennis for go to pool you would really like the amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
This place was so nice, we didn’t want to leave! It was very comfortable for our family of 4. The wooded setting was beautiful. We came for skiing and it was conveniently located for that, plus it was pretty close to Harbor Springs downtown too. The master bedroom’s king bed is so comfortable too!! We will definitely be back! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

thomas m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski getaway
Awesome location and amenities for a great ski weekend. Close to mountain and beautiful place to chill after a long day on the slopes!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely , relaxing home in the woods
Beautiful house with a great lay-out and gorgeous view of the woods! House was immaculate and very comfortable, so private! and master bath is outstanding. It’s just a couple miles from downtown Harbor Springs and short drive to tunnel of trees , Pond Hill Farm ( cafe and winery) was delightful! We also enjoyed the Three Pines studio in Cross Village (glass items etc). Would stay at this lovely property anytime!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Roomy. Nice setting in the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for leaving your cares behind!
We just spent a week at this lovely home and could not have been more comfortable. This is not our first vacation rental, and I can say I was thrilled with the well appointed kitchen--it was definitely better than most! Fixing meals was a breeze without having to improvise pans, serving dishes, or utensils. The Birchwood Association leaves information about the club facilities, and although we were a little intimidated at first about all the talk of "dress codes", we found the staff at the pool to be very nice, helpful, and not judgmental when we arrived wearing our normal casual clothes over our suits (including women's cutoffs!). We loved our stay in northern MI, and I would hjghly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Harbor Springs
Structure Type
Private vacation home