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Private, secluded. Located at the Gateway to the North in Harrison, Michigan.

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Bathtub, jetted bath, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Harrison, MI
  • Place, Budd Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilson State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Hayes Township Outdoor Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

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  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
~THE CENTER~ RECREATIONAL RETREAT

About the area

Harrison

Located in Harrison, this guesthouse is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Harrison Community Library and Harrison City Park. .This guesthouse is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Clare County Fairground and 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Harrison City Hall.
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What's nearby

  • Budd Lake - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Harrison City Hall - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Clare County Fairground - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Wilson State Park - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Hayes Township Outdoor Park - 12 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackie's Airport Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Longer Table - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Up North Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Private, secluded. Located at the Gateway to the North in Harrison, Michigan.

Enjoy the beauty of Michigan's Wonderland on this 120 acre property, located minutes from the quaint town of Harrison. This beautifully appointed lower level suite offers a private entrance, fully equipped kitchen, one bedroom, one bath, plus 2 sleeper sofas. The main bedroom is furnished with luxury linens and the bath has a shower and jacuzzi tub.
Got horses? Bring them! Pasture and barn stalls can be arranged for your use. The property offers trails and picnic spots for your riding pleasure. Don't own a horse? You might want to pet the owner's gentle natured horses, or enjoy the solitude of a peaceful walk along the trails and enjoy the myriad of wildlife.
There are some great restaurants and taverns in Harrison, or bring your own grub and throw it on the outdoor grill. You will have your own reading library for your enjoyment, free WIFI and maybe even toast some marshmallows over the fire pit for some great s'mores! Carrots are provided to feed the horses and of course treats for the dogs. Whether you have a group of horse riders or cross-country skiers this is a perfect place for a fun and memorable getaway. This unique property is within 5 miles of the Muskegon River for canoeing , the Bud Lake State Park offers swimming and sandy beaches , nearby Snow Snake Mountain is a destination for snow skier's in the winter and golfers in the summer. Nearaby Leota boasts miles of trails for your ATV or bring your hiking shoes and we'll provide the walking sticks.
Your host has always received high praise for her attentiveness to her valued customers. Have questions? She will get back to you just as soon as she feeds the horses, attends to the sheltie puppies, throws a bit of corn out for the mama deer and her fawn, as well as fill the hummingbird feeders. Expect to keep this place on your list for return visits--you will love it!!
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free guesthouse features a playground, ecotours nearby, and cross-country skiing nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Playground

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
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

Private, secluded. Located at the Gateway to the North in Harrison, Michigan. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Norm V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent host.
Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay. We loved waking up and going to pet the horses. The property is beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

We stayed for two weeks, what a beautiful property. The wildlife was amazing, with all the windows it felt like we were living on the discovery channel 24/7. Our host, Bronwyn was exceptional!!! My husband had to work on Easter, I had been sick, and she brought a full Easter dinner over. So very thoughtful throughout our stay. I highly recommend it, would stay gain in a heartbeat.
Stayed 17 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean P., Clawson

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable stay amidst country farms

A beautiful place, lots of farms surrounding the property. I especially liked walking amongst the pines, many wild birds and creatures within and without, particularly on the marsh trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pure relaxation

Property was more than expected, could have stayed on for much longer. Host, Bronwyn was extremely gracious and even provided treats for the troupe of Shelties that greeted you and the Palomino horses in the stable. Would definitely reserve again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Praceful

Quiet poeceful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaylene B.

Liked: Cleanliness

More than 5 stars!

A spacious, comfortable quiet serene country setting. Just as described. Cute welcoming committee; special sundown visitors. Lots of room to roam. Beautiful sunrises and millions of stars! Loved our stay....would recommend for your stay also.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

PAULA KAYE L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from Home

Was a great place to stay.Host was awesome ,very helpful and very friendly like she new you.Loved everything the home all the animals and the property.Seen lots of wildlife.Was not far from town and Activities.We will definitely come and stay Agian .Thank you so much Bronwyn.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden gem!

My family and I stayed here while in town for my kids mountain bikes races- what a great find! My daughter absolutely loved going to visit the horses and feed them carrots 2-3x a day and the boys loved all the space to roam. We went for an evening walk and were followed around by 4 young cows and had so much fun. The house has a comfortable bed, large shower, spacious living room and full kitchen. We made all our meals and used the grill. I loved all the morning light coming in. Thank you so much, Brownyn!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

This place was very nice. Great to see the deer and birds just out the window. Close to town but far enough away to not feel like I'm town. Enjoyed seeing the horses and owners dogs as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

ELLY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the house was spotless and very nice. I would give it an excellent all around except for no blinds or curtains on the windows. The sun rises into the windows in the morning. The bedroom windows had curtains but they need room darkening curtains, because it was so bright. And if anyone sleeps on the couch, It's like a spotlight on you at 6:00 in the morning. I think if the owner made an investment in those 2 things, it would be perfect. Our host was away on a trip herself, but a family member took care of us and he was more then accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

F B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfully peaceful.

I was in the area to handle business with loved ones. The town is in the country and offers little in the way of comfortable places with all the conveniences of home. This place made you feel comfortable and exponentially raised the bar. The cutest little collies greet you upon arrival and departure. The owner was kind enough to provide treats which they take graciously. Additionally, the property has horses which the owner once more provided treats to socialize with the animals and help enjoy the beauty this place has to offer. As if these two ambassadors weren't enough, bird feeders outside offered the opportunity to see multiple species of birds. In the morning, cows from the neighboring lot grazed close enough to see on the way out and in the evening the deer grazed right in front of the home. Inside, books galore on multiple topics are available to peruse. The kitchen boasts a full complement of appliances, utensils, and cookware to make a nice meal. The living room, bedroom, and bathroom are spacious and well stocked with supplies for the shower. Finally, if you choose to make the most of the outdoors, the host has provided comfortable chairs, a fire pit, and games to enjoy. They even provided three options of walking path that range from a short stroll to a nice long walk without needing to leave the property. I would definitely check availability in the future should the need for future stays arise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a home away from home, clean, comfortable, quiet country living close to activities. We enjoyed the trails, the animals wild and domestic. You'll enjoy every minute of your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quiet stay in secluded countryside

This was a nice getaway for our anniversary. We enjoyed feeding the horses and walking around the property. The suite was nice and roomy and was a good fit for just hanging out together. The full kitchen was great! It was fun watching the birds at the feeder and seeing the deer approach in the evenings through the huge picture windows all along the one side. Bronwyn was very sweet to work with and gave us complete privacy. The only suggestion we have is possibly putting a curtain in the bedroom window. It's not really essential for privacy but would be helpful in the morning for days you might want to sleep in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Starry Nights in Harrison, MI

Easy to find just outside if town. Trails for walking, horses and fenced dogs for petting. Saw the stars without any light pollution from nearby town - more stars than I have seen in years! No noise from emergency vehicles, helicopters or airlines!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fresh air and farm views!

We had a wonderful stay at Bronwyn’s home. The rental was exactly as listed and the house was very clean. We enjoyed the vast property with pasture walks, feeding the horses + dogs, and watching the birds! The kitchen was fully stocked and we used the propane grill for dinner one evening. Bronwyn met up with us for check-in and suggested some outdoor activities nearby (we rented kayaks on the Muskegon River!). We would definitely recommend this rental if you’re looking for a quiet, clean, nature-filled getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Austin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Harrison

Great place to kick back and relax for a week. Definitely recommend and hope to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

lou m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Peaceful, secluded, very private. Browyn lives upstairs but you wouldn’t know it unless you need her. Close to the trails. The wild life is awesome. So….wildlife, beautiful scenery, privacy and a great host…We will back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely getaway

The accommodations and property are lovely! My husband and I just needed a change of scenery for a couple of days and this was a lovely place to do it. We enjoyed seeing the horses and dogs daily, and spoiling them with the treats left in our fridge for them! And sitting on the porch at night and seeing all the stars that we don’t get to see at home. We were able to pick up groceries in town and cook a couple of meals in which was nice, and there are lots of parks and lakes around for recreation. The property is very clean and well appointed, and we had privacy from the owner (upstairs) unless we reached out to her for something. We would definitely recommend and are likely to book again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Daniel M., Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

The place is great. Lots of open space. BBQ and fire put were nice. The horses and dogs were fun to feed and pet. Walked the trails and saw a few deer. The only negative is the s...l...o...w internet. Great location just outside harrison. We would rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Demetrius G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

The property was so beautiful, very quiet and serene. Host was so sweet and inviting. Definitely will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Week up North

Nice relaxing home close to the Leota ORV trails, golf, the towns of Harrison and Clare and not far from Traverse City. Bronwyn was very helpful and responsive to any question or request we had. The property was lovely and comfortable. Loved the dogs, horses, birds, chipmunks and deer. There was ample space indoors and out. Like others have said, the internet and cell service is spotty which is not bad if you want to get off the grid for a few days. The bathroom has no door which can be a bit awkward but we made due. Finally, it is listed as having AC but the space that we rented does not and it was warm during our stay. That said, I’m guessing most often it is cool outside and this wouldn’t be an issue. The positives definitely outweigh the minimal challenges we faced and I would recommend it for anyone interested in visiting the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H., Surprise

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Respite

Stayed to attend several get.togethers in Harrison. We had one gathering at this VRBO and it worked very well for enjoying the patio and outdoor seating. The indoor open concept and large sofa provided a lovely central location for chats.. The single bathroom didn't seem to pose a problem. The new Sheltie puppies were a treat to see. Overall I would highly recommend as a place for R&R, walks in the woods, petting horses and seeing deer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace and quiet!

Country living at its best with helpful guests asking if there was anything else we needed. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021