Title: Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=10761&destination=Harbor+Springs%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=122893865&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! ## Photo gallery for Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! ![TV, fireplace, offices - Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! (Harbor Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122900000/122893900/122893865/e3b99b95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets - Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! (Harbor Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122900000/122893900/122893865/5b6dc78c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! (Harbor Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122900000/122893900/122893865/e07b3e48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, offices - Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! (Harbor Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122900000/122893900/122893865/w3840h2553x0y2-877b7f05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! (Harbor Springs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122900000/122893900/122893865/85322e1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to Lake Michigan, Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! has plenty to offer. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathrooms4200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! Private Beach! Close to Town! Built in 1900 as the original Carriage House for the historic Idylwild Resort, Windover Lodge was lovingly maintained by the same family for generations until the Keen family purchased and restored the home. Featured in Detroit Design Magazine's lakefront restoration section, this charming cottage retains its authentic character—including a hand-built stone fireplace, original wood floors, and classic cottage architecture—while offering the comfort and simplicity that define the perfect Up North escape. Wake each morning to the sound of waves and sweeping lake views from your private 107 feet of sandy Lake Michigan shoreline. Spend your days swimming, kayaking, or relaxing on the beach, then gather around a sunset bonfire or warm up beside the great stone hearth that has welcomed guests for over a century. Inside, four inviting bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms comfortably accommodate up to six guests. The open living area features large windows that frame stunning water views, creating a serene setting for family meals, quiet reading, or leisurely afternoons. Set on two-thirds of an acre surrounded by mature trees, the property offers both seclusion and convenience—just a short drive from Harbor Springs' boutiques, restaurants, golf courses, and marinas. Explore the scenic "Tunnel of Trees" along M-119, sail the crystalline waters of Little Traverse Bay, or visit nearby Petoskey and Good Hart. Whether you seek a tranquil retreat, a romantic getaway, or a classic Michigan family vacation, Windover Lodge offers an unforgettable Harbor Springs experience where history, natural beauty, and waterfront living come together. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 4,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Cottage (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93206800/93206788/1e29d3db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 7 Mi to Nubs Nob: Lakefront Abode w/ Fire Pit! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2795-277382 ## About the area Located in Harbor Springs, this holiday home is on the beach. Tunnel of Trees and Donald Ross Memorial Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve. Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Artform Fabricating are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. [Visit our Harbor Springs travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harbor-Springs.dx10761) [View more Holiday homes in Harbor Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harbor-Springs-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10761-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.43549%2C-85.03317&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=B-8qjgMAW9MYXAZm1Lvx46psI3g=) Harbor Springs, MI ### What's nearby - ![Canopied lakeshore driving route through nature parks & rustic towns, famed for vivid fall colors, in Northern Michigan near Harbor Springs.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634333219656/6c3e5d63-e7a8-4b43-b2c0-35ec22d57cd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tunnel of Trees 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Big Carp River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563221614/a8231d8d-15bf-45a3-bc23-13b24f0eb0c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Highlands 13 min drive \- 8.8 miles - ![In my much younger and foolish days, I would downhill ski at Caberfae (Cadillac, MI) and Snow Snake (Harrison, MI). ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092399/083a4444-5cbc-46d1-8c17-e8c3da637172.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Boyne Mountain 41 min drive \- 33.7 miles - Harbor Springs Beach 5 min drive \- 3.5 miles - Nub's Nob Ski Area 10 min drive \- 9.1 miles ### Getting around - Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) 32 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 21 min drive - Wendy's 21 min drive - Panera 21 min drive - Burger King 22 min drive - Mi Tequila 21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Windover Cottage - Beautifully Decorated! 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