Cottages at Bay Harbor features a free kids' club and puts you within a five-minute walk of Lake Michigan. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or reflexology. A poolside bar and a hot tub are other highlights, and accommodation feature fireplaces and kitchens.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Electric vehicle charging point
24/7 front desk
Spa
Pool
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
30 accommodations
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool access
Breakfast available
Free children's club
Ski passes
Free use of bicycles
Seasonal outdoor pool
Hot tub
Pool bar
Feel at home (6)
Children's club (free)
Sofa bed
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Living room
Premium TV channels
Room options
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Cottage, 3 Bedrooms (Crooked Tree Cottage)
Highlights
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
149 sq m
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Golf view
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Two-Bedroom Lakeside Cottage
Highlights
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
99 sq m
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Great Lakes Center for the Arts - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Crooked Tree Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
Bay Harbor Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Odawa Casino - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Odawa Casino Resort - 10 min drive
Wendy's - 5 min drive
The Back Lot Beer Garden - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cottages at Bay Harbor
Cottages at Bay Harbor features a free kids' club and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Lake Michigan. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology. A poolside bar and a hot tub are other highlights, and accommodations feature fireplaces and kitchens.
Languages
English
At a glance
Property size
30 units
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The Inn at Bay Harbor]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Free children's club
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Ski
Snow tubing, downhill skiing, and cross-country skiing nearby
Ski passes
Pool/Spa
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sun loungers
Umbrellas
Hot tub
Full-service spa
Spa open daily
Massages
Spa services
6 treatment rooms
Swedish massages
Couples treatment room(s)
Hot stone massages
Deep-tissue massages
Reflexology
Prenatal massage
Body treatments
Sports massage
Aromatherapy
Manicures and pedicures
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Electric car charging station on site
Family friendly
Free children's club
Children's games
Pool gate
Kitchen
Refrigerator (full size)
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Water dispenser
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Freezer
Dining
Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 22-33 for adults and USD 12.50-12.50 for children
1 poolside bar
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Rollaway/extra beds: USD 25.0 per night
Queen sofa bed
Bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Dining room
Sitting area
Entertainment
LCD TV with cable service
DVD player
Outdoor areas
Furnished balcony/patio
Terrace
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Laundry
Washer/dryer
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Meeting rooms
Business center
Computer station
Climate control
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevators
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Free newspapers (lobby)
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Free long-distance calls
Location highlights
On the bay
On the lake
On the waterfront
Next to a golf course
Things to do
Outdoor pool access nearby
Fitness facilities nearby (free access)
Free bicycle rentals on site
Golf lessons on site
Snowshoeing on site
Golf driving range on site
Sledding nearby
Horse riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Ziplining 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
30 rooms
Built in 1999
Traditional architecture
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Special features
Spa
The Spa at Inn at Bay Harbor has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 22 to 33 for adults, and USD 12.50 to 12.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May to October
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Bay Harbor Cottages House
Bay Harbor Cottages
Cottages Bay Harbor House
Cottages Bay Harbor
Cottages Bay Harbor House Petoskey
Cottages Bay Harbor Petoskey
Cottages at Bay Harbor Cottage
Cottages at Bay Harbor Petoskey
Cottages at Bay Harbor Cottage Petoskey
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Cottages at Bay Harbor?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Cottages at Bay Harbor?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Cottages at Bay Harbor?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cottages at Bay Harbor?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Cottages at Bay Harbor and nearby?
Have fun with onsite winter activities like snowshoeing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Cottages at Bay Harbor also has a seasonal outdoor pool and spa services, as well as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Does Cottages at Bay Harbor have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and an ice maker.
Does Cottages at Bay Harbor have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, this cottage features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Cottages at Bay Harbor like?
Cottages at Bay Harbor is located on the waterfront, a short 3-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 7 minutes' walk from Great Lakes Center for the Arts.
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Cottages at Bay Harbor Reviews
Reviews
9,4
Exceptional
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9,4/10
Cleanliness
9,6/10
Staff & service
8,6/10
Amenities
9,4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9,6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
We love this property and visit every year
Jason
Jason, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Can’t wait to stay again
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
09 December 2024
It was beautifully decorated, really got us into the holiday mood. Staff was extremely helpful and polite.
Craig
Craig, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
02 December 2024
Highly recommended
Amazing from the time we checked in, until the time we checked out! Staff was unbelievably friendly and helpful ♥️
Shelley
Shelley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2024
The property is well-maintained, very secluded, and very quiet.
stephen
stephen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2023
Plenty of room in the cottage, private and great setting.
jeff
jeff, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 October 2022
Nice overall, but…
Overall the place was pretty nice with a friendly staff & a nice view. Nice wood flooring throughout the cottage. However the floors were very sticky and slippery at the same time throughout the entire cottage… even the bathrooms. Was like whoever washed the floor just dumped the soap all over and didn’t bother to rinse it off. Shoes socks everything sticky and kinda gross. Could be dangerous as well because it was very slick in some areas where soap was so thick.
Also, the TV was on its last leg. Very small and the speakers were going. One minute there would be sound then it would be out on and off. The smaller cottages are far from hotel making it inconvenient to drive over to go use the amenities such as the fitness center.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 March 2025
Jana
Jana, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 December 2024
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 December 2024
Had a great stay at the Crooked Tree cottage. Excellent service and hospitality. Unit could use some minor updates but well stocked. No issues and would stay again. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Renee
Renee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
08 June 2023
glenn
glenn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2023
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 October 2022
Jerry
Jerry, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
04 October 2021
The location is excellent. The cottages are well appointed. Rooms are small and cozy.
The kitchen needs better cutlery and the pans need replacement.
Rita
Rita, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
27 September 2021
Thought the property needs updating. Windows did not open properly. Doors creaked. Based on neighboring hotel, Inn of Bay Harbor, I expected higher quality construction of these units.
MARC
MARC, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 May 2021
Nice place for our sister "get-away". But frustrating communication.
I emailed questions the very day of booking and several times after. NEVER received a reply from the property owner. After several phone calls to VRBO, I was at least assured the the reservation WAS on file. However, when I booked it said breakfast WAS included but never broke it out on the receipt. (BUT did charge us for it ). When I checked in, I was told we did get to come to the INN for breakfast. We did the first morning - then got a BILL. I went to the desk and they gave us vouchers to cover and said Expedia did not pay them for our breakfast. So the cottage was fine - but the overall experience was very stressful! Never hearing back from all my email communication was the worst. On one conversation with VRBO I asked if the property owner was even getting the correspondence - she said the email was "noreply" - you need to get that straightened out.
michele b.
michele b., 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 April 2021
I loved the cozy feel of the cottage. My kids also loved the ping pong table in the basement. The only thing I noticed is that the cottage could use some painting inside and outside.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 March 2021
Beautiful cottage and great golf course view even know it was winter. It’s very cozy and pretty big. 3 bedrooms, one master on the first floor and two upstairs. Nice bathrooms and a gas fireplace.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
08 March 2021
What happened to housekeeping?
Stayed here for two nights. I’m certain our stay may have been a little more relaxing and comfortable if the housekeeping staff would have cleaned. I was tired when we arrived to a refrigerator with food spilled in it. Crumbs in the drawers, coffee table, end table and dining table were sticky with food spills and food particles. None of the 3 bathrooms were swept & cleaned, rugs were dirty not vacuumed. Stove top & microwave had food and hand smears all over the front of it. Crushed Doritos’ and spaghetti noodles on kitchen floor. The King bed mattress was pulled away from the headboard only to expose an eyesore of filth. We thought someone was playing a joke on us at first only to realize it was not a joke. Not sure what happened to housekeeping as the only sign of their presence was a fresh roll of toilet paper and linens. I tried to message the owner using the app, but they never did reply. When I checked out, I reported it to the front desk and hopefully they will look into it and see what happened. That said, I would return if I knew for sure it was cleaned.
JoAnne T.
JoAnne T., 2-night trip
6/10 Good
23 February 2021
The cottages have great amenities and very comfortable. The rooms were not very clean and did not even appear to have been vacuumed. We found chips under the couch from a previous guest.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 January 2021
Nice getaway
Beautiful area and lovely house.
Lisa D.
Lisa D., 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2020
Will be back
Great location and property
William B.
William B., 3-night trip
6/10 Good
19 July 2020
Very nice, but not worth the money for us.
The cottages are nice, ours was at the end of the small block so not really lakeside as listed or shown. Both Queen bedrooms small and not marriott mattresses, so the comfort was so so. The property is beautiful but it just wasn’t worth the money for the two bedroom “lakeside” Would instead go stay 15 minutes away at Boyne Mountain where plenty of multi bedroom beautiful rentals at much less money are available. (Or stay In the hotel on property instead, better value).
Karin
Karin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 July 2020
Adorable cottage on golf course
This was a great cottage situated in the back of a golf course community. It was quiet, and except for the kitchen area, the layout is very roomy and was perfect for 6 people. The beds were comfy, 3 full baths, porches in front and back. The upstairs was a little stuffy in the warm weather and could use some fans. This unit is located across the street from Bay Harbor, so you have to drive to main building and pool, etc.
Lynde D.
Lynde D., 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2020
Crooked Tree Cottage
Great location, super clean, spacious, and comfortable. Wound definitely come back!