The Round House, Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club

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Entire home

A spiral staircase leads to the second level where there are two bedrooms.

The pit in front of the fireplace is great for relaxing or playing games

Enjoy quiet moments or some lunch on the deck

Dining Area adjacent to deck with Bar B-Q

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Very good

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pool
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

1401 Radcliff Ct, Harbor Springs, MI, 49740

Tunnel of Trees
‪4 min drive‬
Nub's Nob Ski Area
‪21 min drive‬
The Highlands
‪23 min drive‬
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

The beautiful, four bedroom, vacation home is located six minutes north of Harbor Springs, Michigan. This unique Round House has a semi-circular great room with a large conversation pit in front of the fireplace. The great room, with its cathedral ceiling, and floor-to-ceiling windows provide a scenic view of the surrounding woods and is the focus for leisure activities.

There are two bedrooms on the main floor: a master bedroom with a queen-size bed, vanity area, and full bathroom, and a second bedroom with a king-size bed. There is an additional bathroom in the hallway next to the second bedroom.

A spiral staircase leads to the second level, which overlooks the great room. Upstairs are two bedrooms with a shared full bathroom. One bedroom has a queen-size bed and the other bedroom has two twin beds. A pool table is set up in the finished basement.

Wireless Internet access is available in house.

The Birchwood Farms clubhouse includes a fitness center, an informal dining area, and a formal dining room. Renters are invited to enjoy the use of the facilities there. Special rates are available for long term (one week or longer) renters.

During the Winter, the nearby Clubhouse dining facilities are open on weekends for dinner. Other options include:
* Guest privileges at Birchwood's Fitness Center
* Cross-country skiers can enjoy trails set up on the Birchwood Golf Course or at Boyne Highlands.
* Excellent downhill skiing is available at nearby Boyne Highlands, Boyne Mountain, and Nub's Nob.

Additional facilities for Summer Activities are:
* Three championship golf courses
* Six tennis court
* An outdoor Olympic-size swimming pool
* Kiddie Pool
* An outdoor snack bar

Thornswift, a local nature center, is only a mile away with wooded paths and a boardwalk down to a beautiful, private sandy beach. Petoskey State Park is in nearby Petoskey and has a large beach/picnic area. Many water sports are popular and area businesses rent equipment.

There are also many fine restaurants and unique shops in Harbor Springs and nearby Petoskey and Bay Harbor Marina District, located on Little Traverse Bay of Lake Michigan. Mackinaw City is just 30 miles north. Ferries leave around the clock for Mackinac Island. There are many things to do for fun year round in beautiful Northern Michigan!

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Property manager

Dan Ostrowski

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harbor Springs

Located in Birchwood Farms, a neighbourhood in Harbor Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Thorne Swift Nature Preserve, while Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and Little Traverse History Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.

Harbor Springs, MI

What's nearby

Tunnel of Trees - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Thorne Swift Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Harbor Springs Beach - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Nub's Nob Ski Area - 21 min drive - 18.3 km
The Highlands - 23 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
‪State Road Provisions - ‬14 min drive
‪Pier Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
‪Slopeside Lounge - ‬23 min drive
‪The Highlands at Harbor Springs Main Dining Room - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Round House, Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Round House, Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Round House, Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Round House, Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Round House, Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club located?

This family-friendly Harbor Springs holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Thorne Swift Nature Preserve and Lake Michigan. Tunnel of Trees and Harbor Springs Vineyards and Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.2

Very good

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Dennis D.

4 Mar, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family ski trip

House had fantastic bones, classic.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Nate S.

31 Dec, 2022

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

It was okay!

Driveway was not shoveled, there was no firewood nor lighter. The furnace was broken upon arrival. Dan did call and have someone come to the house, but they couldn’t fix it and just brought in space heaters (house was stuck around 55-60F). The location was good and the house has beautiful bones, however it needs some elbow grease and some touch ups. Cannot beat the value for the stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sheri M., Midland Michigan

10 Oct, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

The house is in a beautiful location, wooded and quiet. The house is in desperate need of repairs and renovations. It was surface clean however the carpet is filthy and so many things are falling apart. The blinds need replacement, one bedroom we had to put a sheet over the window as so many slats were missing and the blinds in the rest of the house are dirty. The worst part is the mold. We all had headaches, sinus issues and coughing during our stay. The 2 bedrooms above the garage were the worst, we had people sleeping on the sofa because the mold was affecting them. The upstairs shower tiles are falling apart and there is mold there also. Every time we opened or closed the garage the kitchen and stairwell lights would go out and we would have to reset the breakers. We saw sparks coming from the wiring for the garage door opener so there are definitely electrical issues there along with the upstairs bathroom. The house is very unique and could be beautiful with a complete renovation and mold remediation.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

joanne v.

4 Sept, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Getaway near Lake Michigan

Round House was very well stocked and spacious in the quiet Birchwood Farms neighborhood. Beds were very comfortable and all appliances worked well. The water heater stopped working while we were there and the property owner was very responsive, immediately installing a new water heater. The house and furnishings are dated but we were comfortable and enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Leigh F., Jacksonville

28 Aug, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location, house has issues

Needs some updating…holes I. Walls, recreation room in useable due to mold. The beds were fine and sheets/towels clean but overall not maintained. A great price so we weren’t expecting the ritz but with a little bit of work could be a much better stat

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy E., St. Louis, MO

8 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway in the woods

We had a nice stay in this unique home in the woods. The location was great to be near other family in Birchwood. We had everything we needed in the home and it was comfortable for us and our adult children.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

21 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded and private

Great getaway location

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa F.

18 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

It was adequate for 2 nights. Nice neighborhood and quiet. Check in was not quite accurate. A little on the older side and needs a few little repairs. Rooms were spacious.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Nadine W.

12 Jun, 2022

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Terrible stay!!

We called Vrbo and told them we could not stay at this property!! I was on the phone with customer service and we got disconnected a couple of times and they never got back with me. It smelled so musty and mildewy in there and there were dead bees everywhere!! Stains on all the carpet and furniture. No lighting throughout the house. Terrible smell coming from the kitchen sink!! I want a refund!!!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Rebecca K.

22 May, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Looks like we could have been the first there in a while.

Most people work say the property needs to be updated but that was the charm. We all loved the sunk in livingroom. The bedrooms were great but the furniture was old. That could have been up dated. You can see the place needed up keep. But the vibe was great. Would rent again. Good luck and thanks for the fun.😊

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake J.

21 Feb, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing value

Hands down the best value we have ever gotten out of a VRBO. We have been renting every year in this area for a long time and this is by far the best value to date. I was reluctant because of the past reviews about needing updating, while the house does need some updating it doesn’t lack any amenities and was very clean. The owner made check in and check out as easy as we have ever had it and you can’t beat the view or scenery at the property.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

William D.

4 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Round House

The house has an interesting and effective design. The kitchen is very well stocked with utensils and materials. The house has seen better days and is need of renewal. We are sure that the owner is well-aware and we won't belabor the point.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

19 Sept, 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Fun time with family friends

Had a great time with our second visit to the round house. Cleanliness is a but to be desired, but still an amazing unique visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

19 Aug, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harbor Springs get away

The area is the most beautiful in Michigan. Downtown Harbor Springs is amazing. We enjoyed the nature surrounding the home a s each morning the same deer in the front yard. Playing cards each night at the round table will forever be in our memories.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Mark W.

6 Aug, 2021

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

No cleaning upon arrival took 3 days to have a clearer available. Mold and not clean

We left had to find another place to stay Owner was good enough to give us a full refund Never again

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Tammie Z., Latonia

29 Jul, 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Different than the photos

While the property was decently clean — bathrooms and bedding was clean — the property is in desperate need of a deep clean! You have to walk through the garage to enter the property and it is dirty and smells very musty. It rained while we were there and a piece of the ceiling tile fell in. The furniture feels tacky and the carpet is super stained. We didn’t go out on the deck because it needed a good pressure washing and all the furniture was dirty. The back doors in the pictures are blue but they are actually covered in something and are black. The bedding is completely different than in the photos as well. The owner had someone coming to check the mold at 9am on our first day of vacation! And someone coming again on Friday to fix the wash machine! And oh if you use it gross stuff comes up in both the downstairs bathrooms’ tub and shower. I was there to relax not be interrupted by appointments. The dishwasher was broken as well. To sum it up — it was clean enough that we stayed but we wouldn’t stay again without knowing it had been deep cleaned. No AC either.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Marilyn I.

8 Jul, 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Wedding

Nice place to stay, could use some updating, sprucing up. Really enjoyed our time there.

8/10 Good

Peggy B.

29 Jun, 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene getaway

Beautiful location and unique home. There were 7 adults and having separate bathrooms helped us get moving faster in the mornings when we did sight seeing. The home could use a little deep cleaning in the kitchen and with carpets, and the outdoors could use a power washing but overall a good value.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

patricia h.

19 Jun, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

roundhouse

The area was great lots to do and picturesque the house in in a beautiful neighborhood and it’s style is amazing and cool. It needs updating furniture needs to be replaced sit down and you sink in couches and chairs. Kitchen is older but good cleaning was not the best beds were good but bathrooms needed to be cleaned better deck not swept and chairs not clean grill was not cleaned. Supplies were well stocked. We could use the garage but we had to clean out and installation coming down in garage where doors opened. Had a game room we discovered on way out but had not been swept around doors(dried bugs). Just some better cleaning and updating would be nice. I sent a letter to owner thanking him for letting us stay and we did have a great time.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hayley M.

6 Jun, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

I love the uniqueness of this house! We had an amazing time together with friends. The house was fully stocked with anything we could've needed. The only note we had was that there was a small bit of a safety concern with the door that didn't have a lock, but the rural location still made for a relaxing and comforting time away together.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

connie b.

25 Apr, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Nice place, could use some updating but we enjoyed our time. Only a few miles from town and easy access.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Chris W.

16 Jan, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family fun!

We enjoyed our holiday stay at the round house! Plenty of beds for everyone. The second bedroom has two twin bunk beds, not the twin beds pictured, which was fine for our group. Beds were comfy for the most part, the bed in the bedroom with the bathroom was quite firm. We enjoyed hanging out in the circular fire pit area. Owner was great to work with and very accommodating!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Y.

14 Jan, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fit the whole family

Plenty of space for everyone. Nice fireplace! About 15 min easy drive to Nubs Nobb.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jon R., Grand Rapids, MI

13 Jan, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a very enjoyable stay

The place was very clean and great location. The kitchen is fully stocked which was very nice for our stay. No complaints with this property and the owner was very easy to communicate with.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M., Midland Michigan

22 Oct, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well worth it

Although some updating is needed, the house was clean and had everything you could need for your stay. Beautiful location right at the tunnel of trees, perfect for our color tour and only a short drive to Petosky.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020