Title: Birchgate – Historic Bluffside Cottage with Panoramic Bay Views - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Birchgate – Historic Bluffside Cottage with Panoramic Bay Views ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042200/117042178/7b3705f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042200/117042178/6057870c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042200/117042178/d70f2daf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042200/117042178/59fc8f11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042200/117042178/af913cea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Birchgate – Historic Bluffside Cottage with Panoramic Bay Views provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Birchgate – Historic Bluffside Cottage with Panoramic Bay Views Welcome to Birchgate, a timeless 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom cottage perched on the bluff in the coveted Roaring Brook Association of Harbor Springs. Passed down through generations of the same family, this beloved home is filled with character, history, and cherished memories. Designed in true old-world cottage style, Birchgate offers an inviting layout perfect for families and groups. The main floor features a spacious dining room that flows into a cozy living room, while a large second-floor bunkroom provides plenty of space for kids or guests. A classic screened porch extends the living area outdoors, opening to a sprawling private yard with breathtaking panoramic views of Little Traverse Bay. Roaring Brook residents and guests enjoy access to two tennis courts, a stunning private beach, and a community dock—ideal for soaking up summer days on the water. Birchgate is more than just a vacation home—it’s a chance to become part of Harbor Springs history while enjoying all the natural beauty, charm, and tradition this unique lakeside community has to offer. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash Turn off the lights and lock the doors Do not take duvets, or pillows to laundry area - only sheets, pillowcases and towels. Please start a load of laundry before departing. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement. Minimum age to rent is 21. Renter Agreement must be signed within 24hrs after booking. For last-minute reservations, agrmnt must be signed before check-in instructions will be s NO Smoking. NO pets. NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6fa5fx ## About the area Roaring Brook, a neighborhood in Harbor Springs, is home to this cottage. Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and Little Traverse History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Donald Ross Memorial Course and The Highlands. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Harbor Springs travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Harbor-Springs.dx10761) [View more Cottages in Harbor Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Harbor-Springs-Cottages.d10761-aaCottages.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%7C45.42828%2C-84.94655&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=S6aUqBeKU2pKoE4yeZcy2YviYqc=) Harbor Springs, MI ### What's nearby - Harbor Springs Beach - 3 min drive - 2.9 km - Petoskey State Park - 7 min drive - 6.9 km - Nub's Nob Ski Area - 8 min drive - 7.6 km - The Highlands - 12 min drive - 6.5 km - McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 18 min drive - 15.6 km ### Getting around - Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 25 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬8 min drive - ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬7 min drive - ‪Don's Bar - ‬9 min drive - ‪Crooked Tree Breadworks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Birchgate – Historic Bluffside Cottage with Panoramic Bay Views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Birchgate – Historic Bluffside Cottage with Panoramic Bay Views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Birchgate – Historic Bluffside Cottage with Panoramic Bay Views? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Birchgate – Historic Bluffside Cottage with Panoramic Bay Views located? > Located in Roaring Brook, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harbor Springs Beach and Lake Michigan. Donald Ross Memorial Course and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question