The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods
House in Chikaming Township, MI
12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods is a 5 minute walk to a private beach. The house has special touches that make it a unique place to relax with family and friends. A large open room on the main level is an ideal space for entertaining and spending time with family while cooking. It is conveniently located to local favorite restaurants, farms, the blueberry patch, and breweries. The Swedish bakery/Luisa'a Cafe is 10 minute walk. There is a 5 night minimum from June 1 through August 31. For families or groups of 6 guests or fewer (the same 6 guests for the duration of the trip), a 10% discount may be accommodated.
Other favorites like the Red Arrow Road House, Greenbush Brewery, Cafe Gulistan (5 minute drive), Froehlich's, Dinge's Farm, and Journeyman Distillery are a 10 to 15 minute drive. The house is equipped with wifi, new tv in the main room, laundry, and an outdoor gas grill.
Up to two potty and chew trained dogs may be allowed to come if pet addendum signed (please inquire) and for additional fee: one-time $75 fee for first dog and one-time $35 fee for second dog.
3rd Floor:
- Master Bedroom with King bed + bathroom + walk-in closet + deck
- Guest Bedroom with King bed
- Laundry room
- Chaise lounger in hallway for reading (kid could sleep on it)
2nd Floor
- Guest Bedroom with Queen bed and Two Single Beds
- Full bathroom
1st Floor
- Half Bathroom
- Large open Kitchen, living, and dining room
- screened-in porch
Ground Floor
- Bedroom with bunk bed (twin on top full on bottom)
- Queen Bed
- Queen Sleeper Sofa
Other favorites like the Red Arrow Road House, Greenbush Brewery, Cafe Gulistan (5 minute drive), Froehlich's, Dinge's Farm, and Journeyman Distillery are a 10 to 15 minute drive. The house is equipped with wifi, new tv in the main room, laundry, and an outdoor gas grill.
Up to two potty and chew trained dogs may be allowed to come if pet addendum signed (please inquire) and for additional fee: one-time $75 fee for first dog and one-time $35 fee for second dog.
3rd Floor:
- Master Bedroom with King bed + bathroom + walk-in closet + deck
- Guest Bedroom with King bed
- Laundry room
- Chaise lounger in hallway for reading (kid could sleep on it)
2nd Floor
- Guest Bedroom with Queen bed and Two Single Beds
- Full bathroom
1st Floor
- Half Bathroom
- Large open Kitchen, living, and dining room
- screened-in porch
Ground Floor
- Bedroom with bunk bed (twin on top full on bottom)
- Queen Bed
- Queen Sleeper Sofa
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Chikaming Township, MI
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Reviews
10.0
The owner was immediately responsive when I had a question. The property is close to the beach and has the all the things needed for beach fun. The beds and pillows so comfortable like a fine hotel. The bedrooms are on different levels providing a good amount of privacy.
10.0
Had a Frank Lloyd Wright feel
10.0
Describing this as a house in the woods is so completely accurate! Even though there are other homes nearby, this has the feel of solitude with quiet and nature all around. There are a fair amount of deer in the woods. The first night two very young deer came nearly to the edge of the screened in porch, looked at us, and slowly walked off with their mother.
The home itself is beautifully appointed and has so many kitchen supplies—appliances, dishes, glasses and even spices. It was easy to prepare meals in. There are plenty of kids, toys, mountains of books of all kinds, and lots of board games and puzzles to help keep evenings interesting.
We did find the walk to the beach a little strenuous for older family members. Less the distance of the walk than the number of stairs. But there are several other choices nearby and those that did partake of the beach truly enjoyed it. The beach is quiet and clean, and the sand is very fine.
All of the rooms are large and roomy. You have the feeling of being able to spread out and everyone feels comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.
10.0
Perfect place to stay. Plenty of space, walkable to beach and bakery, well appointed kitchen. Greatly appreciated the wagon and beach chairs. Would love to stay there again!
10.0
Wonderful house with lots of space. Well stocked to save you needing to take so much stuff - beach chairs, umbrellas, beach towels, wagon, games, toys, sports equipment.
10.0
From the ease of check-in to the lovely home, surroundings, and proximity to the beach, we had a most wonderful vacation with family and friends.
10.0
Because this house is nestled in the woods, it provides a serene experience with only another home next door on one side and a forest on the other side. The walk to the private beach is about 10 minutes. Very doable and the home owner provides a wagon to help with transporting your belongings down the road to the stairway that leads to the beach. The owner, Hannah, quickly replied to all of my correspondences with helpful details. Her home is welcoming, very clean, and fully equipped with all the necessary accommodations you will need for a lovely stay. I have rented many homes in the nearby areas over the years, and this one is going on my return list. Great home and attentive owner. You won't be disappointed!
10.0
Super convenient pet friendly home near the beach on the woods, we stayed for the week and hope to be be back soon. Host was informative, responsive, and very sweet, we felt like we were staying at a relative's home.
8.0
The house was modern and very spacious with great appliances (especially the stove) and with all the amenities that we could have asked for.
The beach was a short walk away and very nice, we practically had the beach to ourselves.
The only con was that we found out on the second to last day that there was a mat available, my grandkids would have enjoyed using it at the beach.
Overall it was a very positive experience.
10.0
Beautiful, quiet beach a few minute walk away. The house is nice space and we’ll appointed with what
Loved this property and highly recommend this area
10.0
Harbert Cottage in the woods
We enjoyed waking up to sunlight steaming through the trees outside our bedroom window. The beach access was good about a 10 minute walk through the woods. The house had plenty of room to spread out and it was clean.
Hannah was a great host.
8.0
Secluded Beach Get Away
Hannah’s house provided a quiet and relaxing get away for my family.
10.0
Beautiful house and location
Harbert Woods is a treasure. I hope it will always stay the same. This house is elegant and comfortable.
8.0
Family Escape
Great place for family bonding. Quiet neighborhood and beautiful wooded area. Enjoyed watching the deer travel through the yard. Nice private beach and other beach options available. Well stocked house and great host. Just what our family needed.
10.0
Beautiful place in the woods!
We stayed at Hannah’s place with family and extended family, 11 people altogether. There was plenty of room for everyone, enough bathrooms, and lots of towels - much appreciated! The house came with everything we needed for a wonderful relaxing beach vacation, including beach chairs, umbrellas, games and activities for rainy days. The location is perfect and the beach is close enough to back and forth several times during the day to go back to the house for lunch, etc. The kitchen was well equipped, including two outdoor grills, and we enjoyed some great family dinners there. Lots to do in the neighborhood as well. The Swedish Bakery was our favorite! Thank you for all the suggestions and for your hospitality, Hannah. We would love to come back for another vacation in the future.
8.0
Great neighborhood near the beach
Hannah was a gracious and hospitable host. We love the neighborhood of Harbert Woods all that Harbor County has to offer. Will come back again!
10.0
Great Family Gathering Spot
We loved the "in the woods" feel with access to a beach! The house accommodated our family wonderfully. The big screened in porch was so peaceful! Our grand children are still telling their parents they want to go back to the beach house.
10.0
Girl’s Weekend
This is our second year staying at this property for our fall girls weekend and we love it. There are 13 of us and we all fit comfortably. The house is equipped with everything we needed and is in a beautiful location. Close to the beach, heavily wooded, and close restaurants and wineries. Hannah is easy to communicate with and very respond to questions.
1.0
No heatNo flashlightsNo sanitary coffee makerNo lighterNo wash clothes?No working soaker tubNo true managementAnd, again, NO HEAT.Left after one night, burning both cash and precious time. What a shame.
2.0
NO HEAT
No heat
No flashlights
No sanitary coffee maker
No lighter
No wash clothes?
No working soaker tub
No true management
And, again, NO HEAT.
Left after one night, burning both cash and precious time.
What a shame.
8.0
Golf Weekend with the Guys
Stayed here with three other buddies to get in a golf weekend.
The house was well located for this and was comfortable of the evening times we stayed in. Can't really comment on the beach as we never got that far. Much better place to stay than an area hotel for its comfort and convenience.
4.0
Stayed here with three other buddies to get in a golf weekend.The house was well located for this and was comfortable of the evening times we stayed in. Can't really comment on the beach as we never got that far. Much better place to stay than an area hotel for its comfort and convenience.
10.0
Private Beach!
This place will not disappoint! It is a beautiful home with all the conveniences, clean, comfortable and VERY spacious! It is located on a private lane in the woods. Hannah provides all you need for your stay. Our party of 9 grilled out, we ate at a few of the recommended spots, ordered pizza, visited the Roadhouse for the Walleye! We used the screened porch for morning coffee and playing games in the evenings. It was a ten minute walk to the private beach that we had all to ourselves most days. The trail was a good heart rate builder and could be a challenge for some. We made use of the provided beach chairs, umbrellas and the water mat was a blast! We saw a bald eagle one day, had many visits from the same group of 5 deer(two does, two fawns and a buck. We also were visited each evening by a pair of barred owls who seemed to be picking off moths and cicadas. It was a treat to see!
We hope to visit again!
Thank you Hannah!
10.0
Great Summer Stay
Hannah is a wonderful owner, very accessible and willing to help. Everything was there S promised and the home so comfortable. We were lucky to have good weather and know the area well. We made arrangements for a crib and everything worked out well. Thank you!
10.0
Perfect for family getaway
Hannah’s home is beautiful, roomy, and stocked with everything you might need!! It’s in a quiet location but close to the beach, restaurants and even Silver Beach is only a short drive away for a fun family day!! We highly recommend Hannah’s home!
10.0
Fantastic Wooded Retreat Walking Distance to the Beach
Hannah's place was better than the photos. The house is tucked into a wooded setting and is so close to the beach. The kitchen is well equipped. The beds and pillows and linens are lovely. The living room and dining room are a great size for a group. I cooked a beef stew on a chilly, fall night. Everything I needed in the kitchen was on hand. I would definitely stay here again.
10.0
Great Michigan vacation!!
This was our second visit to Hannah's. 5 nights last August and 5 nights this August. She is a great hostess and her place is perfect for our large family ( 8 adults and 7 grandkids, ages 7,6,5,4,4,3,2). Would highly recommend for small groups or large.
10.0
Trust VRBO; this is a great property.
First of all, having used VRBO for several vacations, I thoroughly trust VRBO to display correctly properties that are available as well as to screen property owners to provide reliable facts and financial information. Way to go VRBO! I will use you over and over again.
Secondly, the Harbert Beach Cottage was absolutely beautiful, well cared for, fully stocked with utensils, beach chairs, and grills as well as being the perfect spot for families. We had 8 adults and two children in July of 2018 and found plenty of sleeping space for all (grandma and grandpa got the private king bedroom and bath on the third floor). The kitchen/familyroom/dining area was very large and open; everyone fit comfortably around the dining table as well as around the tv on the couches. The enclosed porch was equally large and another area to migrate to. The hardwood floors were beautiful and the matching oak trim and windows made for a stunning interior. The lighting and A/C were easy to use and well thought out. Everyone in our family raved about the roominess and the decor.
While we never met Hannah, the owner, she was easily available and we exhanged something like ten emails and texts when we had questions. Hannah couldn't have been nicer and more accommodating. I highly recommend (5 stars) this home to any family for a wooded getaway with a private beach on Lake Michigan just a 10 minute walk away. Thanks to Hannah and VRBO for a wonderful family vacation.
J. Walter and family
10.0
Woods and Water Retreat
Hannah's home was exceptionally clean and inviting. The large kitchen and living/dining room provided plenty of space for all the family. Everything is provided; kitchen equipment, grills, high-quality linens, towels, even beach towels, chairs and umbrellas. Hannah was easy to work with and available to answer questions throughout our stay.
The house is set in the woods but only a short walk to a private beach. We would definitely return to The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods.
8.0
Girls Weekend trip
We booked the Harbert home for a family girls weekend. This was the perfect spot for us to all meet for a weekend together. The house is very nice and met our needs perfectly. Hannah was very easy to work with and she provided really great information about things to do and places to eat in the area. The house was fully stocked with everything we needed. It was so nice to have beach towels and chairs available for our use. The beach was a little more difficult to get to than I thought based on the property description. It is just a short walk but the stairs do not go all the way to the beach. You have to go down a mildly steep sand dune to get to the beach. The climb up the dune on the way back was challenging for some in our group. The good part is the beach is beautiful and we all enjoyed it, even found some cool beach glass! I would have given 5 stars, but a few things were not ideal. There are no window treatments on the windows in the upper level bedrooms or bathroom so don't expect to sleep in. Also with no shower curtain in the bathroom it was a little uncomfortable to shower at night in a bathroom with no window treatments. Unfortunately the air conditioning went out the second night we were there. Hannah was very responsive to my communications about this but was not able to address it until the next day late in the day. It was a pretty uncomfortable night sleeping. Luckily it wasn't excessively hot so we managed. She did bring fans when she got there to address the issue which was a big help. It would have been helpful if there were fans available earlier or even if there were ceiling fans. These things happen, just a bummer that it happened while we were there. Overall, the house is fantastic and really works well for big groups. The kitchen/great room/porch provide great areas for all to be together for a meal, to play games or just enjoy being together. The area was very nice and we appreciated Hannah's recommendations and that she was so easy to work with. Would definitely recommend!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Chikaming Township?
The average price for a rental in Chikaming Township is $479 per night. This rental is $237 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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