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The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods + Level 2 NACS EV charger

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A spacious living area with a kitchen, wooden cabinets, a large island, and a fireplace.
A two-story wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees.
A wooden deck with a metal railing, surrounded by trees.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view of a deck, and a door leading to an outdoor area.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, red placemats, and a view of trees through large windows.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Harbert, MI
  • Place, Cherry Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Ground floor Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Guest bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Harbert

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert is home to this holiday home. Burnison Galleries and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room and Captain Mike's Fun Park. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Waikiki Jacks are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including cross-country skiing, birdwatching and winery tours.
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive - 17.8 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 37 min drive - 65.4 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 43 min drive - 68.6 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Molly's Corner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods + Level 2 NACS EV charger pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods + Level 2 NACS EV charger?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods + Level 2 NACS EV charger?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods + Level 2 NACS EV charger?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Harbert Beach Cottage in the Woods + Level 2 NACS EV charger located?

Situated in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Cherry Beach and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve. Robinson Woods Preserve and Lake Louise are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home set in tranquil woods and just a short walk from gorgeous sandy beaches. Our family enjoyed meals on the screened porch, which provided incredible views of nature- the deer and wild turkeys were our favorite.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with family. Everything you could possibly need for cooking is available in the kitchen. Beach chairs, towels and umbrella provided. Loved our stay there!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Why fly to Maui when you can drive here?
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a wonderful experience

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property in a great location

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic

Had a Frank Lloyd Wright feel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely beach cottage close to the lake! The great room provided a wonderful space for our group to gather and relax, but the layout of the bedrooms also provided some privacy and space when needed. We loved the quiet privacy the wooded lot provided. My dog Max enjoyed long walks along the beach, and around the quiet neighborhood. Comfy beds and a well-stocked kitchen, to boot! Our group agreed this was one of the best cottages we've stayed in, and would definitely stay again. The owner was very helpful and reponsive, and made our check in and out process extremely easy. 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you so much for the review Kimberly. I'm glad your group enjoyed your stay and that you took advantage of the kitchen. Cheers, Hannah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot to share family time--our group of 9 (ages 2- 73), cooked, cycled, hung out on the beach (rafts and lily pad), and survived a cut throat game of Mexican dominoes and Risk. My son brought a paddle board and showed off his and his pup's skills. Hannah's home is so welcoming, comfortable, plenty of room to spread out, and outside decks are great for quiet reading time. Kitchen is well stocked, everything you could possibly need. It is a lovely walk to a private beach, can't think of a thing that was missing. Contacted host with a few questions and she immediately responded, hope we can return again, thanks Hannah for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene Location & Wonderful Accommodations

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place to relax

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place for multiple families to enjoy days at the beach. The beach amenities were great. Having the Lilly pads made it good for all the age kids to play together. I would 100% stay again. Hannah was flexible with some last minute changes. It was a great time with family thanks to the hospitality of Hannah. It had everything we needed for a great week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect holiday stay

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful house

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Secluded Beach Get Away

Hannah’s house provided a quiet and relaxing get away for my family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and location

Harbert Woods is a treasure. I hope it will always stay the same. This house is elegant and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
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