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Great downtown location in one of Grand Haven's most famous historic homes

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace
Outdoor dining
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Grand Haven, MI
  • Place, Grand Haven Musical Fountain
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand River Boardwalk
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Haven Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Harbor House Inn
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  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 632 reviews
The price is €302
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Harbor House Inn

About this property

Great downtown location in one of Grand Haven's most famous historic homes

Newly renovated (2017) and furnished upstairs apartment in the former servant's quarters of the Edward P. Ferry Mansion, built in 1870. Listed on the National Register of Historic places due to it's unique architecture and connection with the founding family of Grand Haven.

- Renovated with all new materials in a modern, but classic
style

- Beautiful gardens with courtyard Tiki Bar

- Close to waterfront, boardwalk, shopping and trolley stops

- Kitchen complete with stove, microwave, coffee maker, etc.

- TV with Roku

- Free Wi-Fi

- Living room sofa also converts to queen bed

- All linens, dishes, kitchen utensils furnished

- Everything you need for a week or a weekend.

- No Smoking on entire property

- No pets are allowed in the apartment.

- Additionally, we can accommodate electric vehicle charging. Tesla and non-Tesla (240V - 50amp).

Stroll to the boardwalk, take in the musical fountain, and meander through the unique stores and restaurants. This will make a wonderful place to call your home away from home, while taking in the sights of one of the most popular vacation towns in America.
Grand Haven was nationally recognized for having one of the top five beaches in the United States, by Good Morning America. The city has over 100 miles (160 km) of bike trails, a state beach, boardwalk, two lighthouses, a pier, wharf, large charter fishing fleet and a Great Lakes port, where it imports limestone, slag, cement and coal while exporting sand. Grand Haven is also home to the United States Coast Guard's "Group Grand Haven," which coordinates all Lake Michigan Coast Guard activities. Grand Haven is the only city officially designated as "Coast Guard City, USA" by an act of Congress.
Come stay with us and see why Grand Haven is THE place to be in the summer!
This apartment's walkable location gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Tri-Cities Historical Museum. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, fireplace, and patio
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Grand Haven Beach and a few minutes from Lake Michigan
This apartment offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Grand Haven apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on entire property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

The driveway is very tight, so we ask you to only use it for loading and unloading. There is plenty of parking in front of the house on Lafayette Ave.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on entire property.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Great downtown location in one of Grand Haven's most famous historic homes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel F.

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

Great place to stay

Great place to spend the week and the hosts were very friendly. We'll miss seeing the dogs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Full kitchen facilities available and the place was full of historical remnants that were fascinating. The tiki bar and water fountain with full patio furniture available was comforting and peaceful. Great place to stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second year staying at this location and we will be back next year. We love it and very walkable to downtown Grand Haven. Very comfortable home and beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Great house and location

Close to the downtown and beach - house is very cute. Yard is amazing. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Great property!

Very cool spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi F.

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

Nice quick getaway to Grand Haven

Really cute clean apartment. Hosts were friendly and easy to work with. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall R.

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

Wonderful house and neighborhood

Absolutely loved our stay. House and location was wonderful. Easy walk to downtown shopping and food. Host was great. Highly recommend this place for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kerry k.

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

Beautiful house in a beautiful place!!!

What a fantastic home in a fantastic location. The charm of the property is never ending, the host and hostess both so gracious and the town and waterfront of Grand Haven was amazing! Great place to visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey O.

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

Amazing family trip

We loved staying here with our kiddo for a weekend exploring Grand Haven. They are great hosts, super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

So adorable

We were in town for the weekend and it was the perfect place to stay! Convenient to downtown and the beaches. We hope to stay here again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie A.

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

Even better than imagined

This is a gorgeous property and so close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Stay at the Ferry House in Grand Haven!

Beautiful historic house close to the beach and can walk into town. The outside bar was great! The owners were very nice. I'd certainly stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

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

Enjoyed our Stay

Excellent and meticulous job in remaking an old home into a beautiful space. Nice location for access to the downtown area. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

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

We loved it!

The property is nice and clean, great location! We felt taken care and welcomed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming apartment in a beautiful home! Clean, quiet and comfortable with a lovely garden and patio area! Perfect location close to everywhere we wanted to go. Kurt was a wonderful host and very responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Beautiful house in a great location!

We enjoyed our stay-it was perfect for 2 couples that were looking for a place to rest our head and escape the heat. Location was great-the House is walking distance to everything downtown. We will definitely try to come back with our little one!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle S.

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

Absolutely loved this property

Best ever
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

Quaint, beautiful getaway

Check in was nice, quick and expedient. The property is beautifully maintained and the location is perfect to walk everywhere. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Beautiful

Amazing property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Amazing place and great location

Pictures didn’t do the place justice. Great place, nice patio for relaxing, and could walk to all shops and eateries. Will for sure be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10! We loved staying at the Ferry house - Kurt & Wendy were fantastic hosts & we enjoyed meeting them. The apartment is gorgeous, super clean & had every amenity. We were greeted with a welcome beer from the backyard tiki bar. Close to the restaurants & sites. We hope to stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful house in downtown Grand Haven

The Ferry house was absolutely gorgeous and was a great space for our family while we visited Grand Haven. House had all the amenities you need during a vacation stay. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Hidden gem!

This beautiful old home has been remodeled perfectly while keep its old timey charm. It’s a perfect, cozy spot for a weekend away and very conveniently walking distance from downtown. The apartment is so beautiful, anyone will enjoy a stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward W.

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

Like a dream!

We highly recommend this private, quiet, beautiful property. Perfect location. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants and more. Perfection!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Weekend get-away

The apartment was fantastic as well as the hosts! Spacious, clean and well stocked for visitors. The outdoor garden was relaxing and a great place to unwind. The apartment was walking distance to everything we wanted to go to-great location! We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023