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Lake Michigan Beachfront Efficiency Guest House

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bathroomSleeps 215.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan Beachfront Efficiency Guest House

Located in Good Hart, 12 miles north of Harbor Springs, this tiny beachfront A-frame is a perfect 'honeymoon getaway' for any stage in your relationship. Cozy and romantic, it’s situated one hundred feet from our large Tudor A-frame with a stand of cedar in between for privacy. It is old-world styled to match, furnished in antiques, with a separate drive and beach area.

It has is a large stone and Azak deck overlooking Lake Michigan, complete with deck chairs and an elaborate corner bench and table for outside dining. Though small, everything you need is there! The tumbled-marble floor hosts a very comfortable quality foldout log double bed, electric heat, tv, table and chairs, combination kitchen sink/refrigerator/freezer, antique washstand, and half-bath with granite countertop. An attached private and unique stone-and-timber outside shower is a favorite feature! The yard in front and beach yield spectacular views of Charlevoix, Beaver Island, and the entrance to the Straits of Mackinaw. You can beach walk as far as you want.

M119, at the top of our bluff, is extremely popular with bicyclists and car buffs who never tire of the 'green tunnel of trees' with magnificent views of the lake between Harbor Springs and the sand dunes of Sturgeon Bay north of Cross Village. Evenings will provide some of the most beautiful sunsets you have ever seen and occasional northern-light spectacles best viewed near the warmth of our beach fire pit with all the free wood you can burn.

Keywords: Beach House

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$15 per pet per day.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
We don’t charge a cleaning fee, so please do your best to leave everything as when you arrived. Please separate recycling from trash in bin provided. Thanks sooo much!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Weekly rental only in July and August from Saturday to Saturday.
$15.00 per night per animal animal with pre approval.
Smoking on property, but not in beach house.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Harbor Springs, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Mushroom House and Castle Farms are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tunnel of Trees and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

  • Tunnel of Trees - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 21 min drive - 30.8 km
  • The Highlands - 23 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 46 min drive - 64.2 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 53 min drive - 71.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Road Provisisons - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Trillium Woods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tunnel Vision Brewery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Broken Buddhas Tea House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Garden Cafe at Pond Hill Farm - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Beachfront Efficiency Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lake Michigan Beachfront Efficiency Guest House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Beachfront Efficiency Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Beachfront Efficiency Guest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Beachfront Efficiency Guest House located?

Located in Harbor Springs, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan, and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Tunnel of Trees. Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 135 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Will G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay in a beautiful small cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was wonderful for 2 and an amazing host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful. The area and host were extremely charming. Hope to come back and stay again some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for a week. The place is small as described, the location is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Wasn't as private as we were wanting, but the view was wonderful especially sunsets
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rejuvenating experience being so close to the BIG LAKE! Owner is kind and helpful! We had a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thought the area/location and property were wonderful. The owners were very communicative, friendly, and helpful. The cabin and property were both very clean and well-maintained. What a peaceful, beautiful, and relaxing place to enjoy, with our pup included!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts, location and accommodations. Direct ccess to the beach. The pet guidelines were clear and it was easy to follow them. The beach house felt private and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a lovely stay. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful property with the sounds of lake Michigan.... priceless!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location!Wonderful hosts!Bring extra towels and bring water shoesMake sure that you read the welcome email from the host. And then reread it before you actually get there.
1st Petoskey stone😀
Legg’s Inn in Cross Village….. Authentic Polish Cuisine! And just north of there, lots of great rock hounding locations
Underwater picture of horn coral.
Take time to stop at Pond Hill Farm. It is a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Michigan fun

The A frame is beautiful and the outdoor shower is refreshing and in a great location. It is wonderful to sit and read or enjoy a cip of coffee in the beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

My husband and I had an excellent stay at this adorable beach house along the beautiful tunnel of trees. The hosts were very kind and accommodating and the property is just gorgeous. I absolutely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anete W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Place

Very peaceful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jerry w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Great little getaway on lake mi! Was a very relaxing weekend for the wife, our dogs and i. I will be saving this to my return trips list.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dominic G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely clean with all the basic amenities as described in VRBO. Host was friendly and spent the time to ensure we were familiarized with how everything worked and where everything was located to help ensure our stay was comfortable. There was only one beach lounge chair but plenty of seats otherwise. We especially loved the privacy of the deck seating and table for meals. Lake and sunset views were stunning. Bald eagle (too stealthy to snap a photo of) was a unexpected delight to see especially in the Lower Peninsula. A special place indeed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best weekend getaway spot!!

We couldn't have asked for a better spot to stay. The owners were so kind and helpful. The cabin was beautiful and the location was perfect. We will definitely be staying again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary S., Unionville, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

The place was great for a quiet weekend couples getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene

Beautiful, secluded beach location! Perfect get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Hart A-frame

Host was very helpful and available. Lots of amenities, spectacular location.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

A very cool place to stay. The place is very small but it is cozy. The beach is awesome. Great location. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Forest Delight

Lovely efficiency on the beach with cozy setting and kind helpful owners. Very special.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conner G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great little place to get away, awesome story behind the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

COREY A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Couple's Getaway

Clean and cozy cottage. Perfect lakeshore vacation. Loved the outdoor shower after a sunset beach fire.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful!

Loved our stay at this quaint cottage. The beach and the surrounding area is beautiful. Dick and Stephanie are very nice hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard and Stephanie Guyor

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Retired teachers, we built the guest house as place to stay while we constructed our larger home next door on our 202 feet of lake MI frontage, providing a fantasy-like getaway to hundreds of appreciative guests since 1974. Every year we have added unique features to the property while also completely restoring, as volunteers, the historic St. Ignatius mission church, 1/2 mi. north on the beach, and keeping it open daily for visitors to discover & enjoy.

Why they chose this property

Located on Lamkin Rd., a designated Natural Beauty Road fronting Lake Michigan below the M-119 Tunnel of Trees, halfway between Harbor Springs and Cross Village, on a natural point of beachfront property, it provides privacy in a popular resort area.

What makes this property unique

Gated entrance, secluded privacy, view four stone waterfalls on property, one with arched bridge approach and deck overlook . . subtle night lighting. Brilliant starlit nights enjoyed by the beach fire. Swim, sail, kayak or canoe from our beach, or sun & shade under a beach umbrella.

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