Perched in Nature at the Top of The Highlands - Short Trips to Everything!
About this house rental
Situated in Michigan, this attractive house for R 9,536 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. ABOUT THE RENTAL Tucked into nature at the top of The Highlands of Harbor Springs, a ski and golf resort, and perfect for year-round vacationing in Harbor Springs, yet minutes to Petoskey! This 3,200 square foot privately owned chalet boasts views overlooking the Lois Lane ski run. One of the highest residences at The Highlands, truly ski-in/ski-out, and a perfect place to wake up, strap on your skis, and hit the slopes. Featuring five bedrooms and four bathrooms with additional loft space for sleeping. The main level offers an open floor plan with lots of windows, a vaulted great room, and gas fireplace – all which make it easy to take in the views of skiers going by or the beautiful fall colors. Catering to large groups, you’ll find two primary suites with private baths, one with a king and one with a queen, and two more bedrooms, one with two full beds, the other with 2 bunkbeds (twin over full). The fifth bedroom has a queen and there is loft space for extra sleeping arrangements. *The 6 twin cots are available for use, but linens are not provided. The gourmet kitchen includes everything you’ll need to prepare meals and gather with your friends and family. The large wraparound deck features a six-person hot tub, gas grill, and large patio set. The backyard is perfect for yard games and when it’s time to go in for the night your entertainment doesn’t need to stop. A spacious game room can be found in the lower level, complete with a second full size refrigerator, pool table, air hockey table, and flat screen TV. This spacious, well-appointed chalet accommodates large groups well – allowing ample room to gather as well as private space for downtime. *This property allows two dogs, maximum. A non-refundable $150.00 cleaning fee will be charged per pet. *All wheel or 4-wheel drive is recommended to access this rental property during the winter season. THE HIGHLANDS OF HARBOR SPRINGS INFO The Highlands offers renters an abundance of things to do all year round! Zip lining, horseback riding, mountain biking/hiking, and golf are just a few of the things you can do while you're here. Also, The Highlands offers chairlift rides throughout the summer and fall months for your viewing pleasures. When the snow flies, jump on the mountain for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Most of these amenities have fees associated with them directly through the resort. If you have questions related to resort activities, please reach out to our management team! NEARBY DESTINATIONS Downtown Harbor Springs: 7.4 miles Pond Hill Farm: 11 miles Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre: 7.1 miles Petoskey State Park (Lake Michigan): 8.5 miles Mackinaw City (to catch a ferry to Mackinac Island): 29.3 miles Northern Lights Recreation: 7 miles Teddy Griffin's Road House Restaurant: 3.4 miles Pellston Regional Airport: 14.9 miles Downtown Petoskey: 12.4 miles Odawa Casino: 14.8 miles ABOUT US Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan is a rental management company located in downtown Petoskey. We have been operating for 14 years and 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 places, great communication, and fun environments so that you keep coming back. Northern Michigan has our hearts, and we want it to have yours too!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Ski in / Ski out
Garden
Family friendly
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Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(145 Reviews)
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Hillside Retreat was absolutley perfect for our family ski weekend! We loved being able to ski in and ski out. The house was spotless, the kitchen was well stocked with anything we could have needed for cooking large meals, and the propert was overall very well maintained. There were plenty of sleeping options for all and it was so nice to have multiple private bathrooms for guests. We enjoyed the hot tub each night after a long day of skiing. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We've been returning to this house for several years for a weekend getaway and skiing. The house is great, clean and fits the needs of our large group year after year.
5.0
We had a great time staying here with three families. Great set up and easy check in! Property manager was very responsive. We’d love to stay again!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Exceptional stay at a wonderful property. Our fourth time here, love love love the location and spacious home.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Well maintained home on the skill at the Highlands. Very spacious. Loved the fireplace and grill.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property was perfect for our group of 8 guests. Plenty of space to sleep, eat, and hang out! We were up here for our annual golf trip to The Highlands, and the location was extremely close in proximity. Highly recommend!
5.0
Great house for our group of 8. Plenty of beds and lounging areas. Basement is an added perk. Outdoor area is great with hot tub, grill, large yard for lawn games and a firepit. Hosts were communicative and easy to work with. Definitely will try and reserve for next year's trip!
5.0
We had a group of 12 golfers stay at this lovely house for a week. It was perfect for us. Close to the golf courses. The hot tub was great after a long day of golf. The house was in great condition with all the amenities that you could hope for. We hope to stay again in the future.
5.0
This place was great for our growing family! We were in for a family wedding and the place worked out great for all of us. The kids enjoyed the outside tremendously and loved eating outside on porch. Great place for families and definitely would stay here again.!!
Shampoo , soap and such was small but we managed . I would recommend cleaning the living room fan at some point, pretty dusty :/
Anyway, great place!
4.0
We had a great stay at this property. You had to climb The Highlands slope in your car to get there, and it truly felt like we were away from it all. It was nice to have the hot tub, basement activities, and a yard to set up our crossnet volleyball net. Lots to do just at the house. We also liked that it was equidistant to Petoskey and Harbor Springs. We spent most of our time in these 2 towns.
5.0
We truly enjoyed our time in the highlands. Everything we wanted to do was close by. The home was perfect. Spacious and clean. We used the fire pit most nights.
5.0
This place has everything you need for up to a group of 4 families. Check in was fast. Amenities were all in working order, lighting was adequate, quality of furniture was good except mattresses were very lame and of poor quality.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a ski weekend in early March and the house worked out great with plenty of space, both in and out, for our group. We will hopefully be back again.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
So clean inside and spacious! We had a fantastic time and the Property manager was so nice and helpful! Perfect Ski In-out location!
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Stove did not have all burners working - 2 of 4 got hot. Only drawback but an inconvenience when cooking all meals in.
5.0
The house and yard are great for a long weekend. Would be great for a ski weekend being on the slope. A couple minor things that could use touch up, i.e. towel bar wouldn't stay on in one bathroom, basement fridge could use a cleaning and price was considerably higher this year than past. Issues were minor things nothing that would change the 5 star thoughts of the property. The price will have us checking out other listings. Overall, tough to beat for a 3-4 family gathering.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time with our guys golfing weekend. Close to great golfing. Very comfortable and a beautiful setting near Boyne Highlands.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Thank you, we had a wonderful time! The management team was very accommodating and easy to get ahold of. The house was perfect for our large group of adults and children. Beautiful location, very clean and cozy! We would love to come back.
5.0
Our group rented this property for our annual golf trip at Boyne Highlands, and it didn’t disappoint! Was perfect for our needs and just a short drive up the hill from the courses!!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The unit was perfect for our larger family size and had great indoor/outdoor space. I would only suggest that it could Use a deep clean.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a delightful time at the Hillside Retreat with family. Although we ran out of time to use the fire pit it was a nice addition. There was plenty of seating for meals and the kitchen was well equipped. We enjoyed being able to play corn hole and putt putt down at the Highlands. We signed up for horseback riding, mountain biking, the zipline, and attended a delightful show with the Young Americans. We also went to Boyne Mountain for the indoor waterpark on a rainy day. Petoskey State Park is nearby and has a nice beach and hiking trails. The only negative was the washing machine which needs to be replaced.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful experience in the house. There is a fully stocked kitchen with plenty plates, cups, and cookware! The bedrooms were spacious for all 8 adults, and the kids had their own bunk beds. Beds were comfortable. The house was very clean upon our arrival. We thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor space, from the porch, outdoor dining table, the hot tub, and the firepit. There was plenty of room in the back yard for outdoor games. Plus the kids had tons of fun exploring in the woods. Can't recommend this house enough!
5.0
Northern Michigan relaxing
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was great. Welcoming. Backyard was great for Corn Hole and Polish horseshoes. Loved the back deck every morning with a cup of coffee.
We found the house clean and supplied with bathroom goodies.
The management was quick to respond to the one issue we had.
Overall it was a great time in an area we love. Perfect for large generational gatherings
We found the house clean and supplied with bathroom goodies.
The management was quick to respond to the one issue we had.
Overall it was a great time in an area we love. Perfect for large generational gatherings
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was great. Welcoming. Backyard was great for Corn Hole and Polish horseshoes. Loved the back deck every morning with a cup of coffee. We found the house clean and supplied with bathroom goodies. The management was quick to respond to the one issue we had.Overall it was a great time in an area we love. Perfect for large generational gatherings
5.0
Our families had a wonderful time in Harbor Springs. The home was perfect for our large family and was well equipped to fit our needs. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of dishes, utensils and cooking supplies.
The beds were comfy and there was plenty of places for everyone to sleep.
We loved the fire pit and use of the hot tub only added to the fun. There was a grill if you need it.
The downstairs kept the teens busy playing pool or air hockey when the weather was a tad bit cold to be outside. The only con was the nasty mosquitoes outside. We did have bug spray that helped.
I would have loved to see more mirrors and tv’s in all the bedrooms. It would have just made it easier to get ready each day.
Thanks again for the lovely rental. We had a great time!
5.0
July 2022 Stay
Our families had a wonderful time in Harbor Springs. The home was perfect for our large family and was well equipped to fit our needs. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of dishes, utensils and cooking supplies.
The beds were comfy and there was plenty of places for everyone to sleep.
We loved the fire pit and use of the hot tub only added to the fun. There was a grill if you need it.
The downstairs kept the teens busy playing pool or air hockey when the weather was a tad bit cold to be outside. The only con was the nasty mosquitoes outside. We did have bug spray that helped.
I would have loved to see more mirrors and tv’s in all the bedrooms. It would have just made it easier to get ready each day.
Thanks again for the lovely rental. We had a great time!
5.0
It was lit
5.0
Fun time and amazing place to stay at
It was lit
5.0
Stayed at this home with another family - kids aged 1.5 to 16. We were there just after the ski season at the Highlands closed but were able to ski at Nub’s Nob. We enjoyed the hot tub, pool and air hockey. The main living area is upstairs with the stairs being just off the kitchen and main area, which was a little frightening with small children. We blocked the stairs, but it was then a bit of an impediment to going up and down. The house was clean and minimally furnished with just what you needed. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this house. Location to skiing was great…in our case, we enjoyed walking on the closed trails.
5.0
Fun Spring Break stay
Stayed at this home with another family - kids aged 1.5 to 16. We were there just after the ski season at the Highlands closed but were able to ski at Nub’s Nob. We enjoyed the hot tub, pool and air hockey. The main living area is upstairs with the stairs being just off the kitchen and main area, which was a little frightening with small children. We blocked the stairs, but it was then a bit of an impediment to going up and down. The house was clean and minimally furnished with just what you needed. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this house. Location to skiing was great…in our case, we enjoyed walking on the closed trails.
5.0
The house was very clean, appliances were all in good working order. The location was great and very convenient to ski in/out for lunches and warm ups. The host was very active in communicating information to us and everyone enjoyed their stay.
5.0
Weekend ski trip
The house was very clean, appliances were all in good working order. The location was great and very convenient to ski in/out for lunches and warm ups. The host was very active in communicating information to us and everyone enjoyed their stay.
5.0
Amazing ski out!
Our large family really enjoyed this home. Kids liked having their own space downstairs while the adults enjoyed upstairs. Being able to walk out your back door (not up hill either) to ski was such a nice thing. Would’ve booked again for next year but somebody beat me to it!
5.0
We love this place. Lots of great Family memories were made. Jessica is a wonderful and extremely efficient Host ❤️🙏🏼
5.0
We love this property including the great access to the slopes.
We love this place. Lots of great Family memories were made. Jessica is a wonderful and extremely efficient Host ❤️🙏🏼
5.0
Ski week
Clean, spacious, great location. Our 14 member family had a great time.
5.0
Amazing!
Amazing!
That is the best word to describe the experience we had staying at this beautiful house this past week.
This is the 2nd year our group of friends have stayed with Jessica and it definitely won't be our last. Not only is the house beautiful, the location amazing, and the ski access unbeatable, but Jessica is the best.
The speed of communication from her is out of this world. She made booking seamless. She answered all questions almost immediately, and communicated any problems instantly as well as the solutions.
The hot tub is awesome after a day out in the snow!
We highly recommend booking with her!
Thank you for the awesome experience! Expect to hear from us next year!
5.0
Great stay
Company was great in accommodating our needs.
5.0
Perfect ski trip
This was our second year staying here. The layout is perfect for our group of 10 and the location, right on the trail, couldn’t be better.
5.0
Amazing Ski Weekend!
We had a great weekend! The house is immaculate and by far the cleanest VRBO we’ve ever stayed at with kitchen supplies for all our needs. Descriptions are accurate! Thanks for sharing your home!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Michigan?
The average price for a rental in Michigan is R 3,633 per night. This rental is R 5,903 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Perched in Nature at the Top of The Highlands - Short Trips to Everything!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Perched in Nature at the Top of The Highlands - Short Trips to Everything!. Enjoy the water!
Is Perched in Nature at the Top of The Highlands - Short Trips to Everything! 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 Perched in Nature at the Top of The Highlands - Short Trips to Everything!?
We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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