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Pristine log home with a western feel! It's not just a stay but an experience!

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Property grounds
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot TubHot Tub
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

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Traverse City, MI
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)11 min drive
  • Popular LocationFront Street12 min drive
  • Popular LocationTraverse City Beach13 min drive
  • Popular LocationTurtle Creek Stadium14 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed every minute of our stay at "The Ranch." It was the perfect spot for our family vacation- close to town, lake...
Amanda S.
Aug 15, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pristine log home with a western feel! It's not just a stay but an experience!

The Ranch has a western atmosphere with rustic features that gives a feel of warmth and total relaxation!
Come stay in a spacious upscale log home situated on 8 acres surrounded by mature Blue Spruce pines. This property is located 10 minutes from Cherry Capitol Airport and 15 minutes from downtown Traverse City. The home has recently been updated with new furnishings including carpet and décor. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere of the lower level family room for movie night and games. Capture the sunset and sunrise from the large cedar front deck with plenty of room for family gatherings. Schedule PONY TIME for the little cowpokes with Toodles and Chub Chub at no extra cost to our guests. Upon arriving you will learn about the legend of the old cowboy "Johnny Van Camp" who mysteriously disappeared! However he left a trail of treasures for guests to find! Come and enjoy the experience!

Property manager

John Kessel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite 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 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 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Ranch Peaceful Wooded Setting With hot tub Suana !

About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Traverse City, this vacation home is in a rural area. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Centre Ice Arena and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Front Street - 12 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 13 min drive
  • Turtle Creek Stadium - 14 min drive
  • Traverse City State Park - 14 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pristine log home with a western feel! It's not just a stay but an experience! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Pristine log home with a western feel! It's not just a stay but an experience!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pristine log home with a western feel! It's not just a stay but an experience!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pristine log home with a western feel! It's not just a stay but an experience! located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Arbutus Lake, Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve, and Forest Lakes. Elmbrook Golf Course and Turtle Creek Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Pristine log home with a western feel! It's not just a stay but an experience! Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan 2024 Family Trip
We had an amazing stay at the Kessel’s home! They were absolutely amazing. They live just behind the rental and are always ready and willing to help with anything you need during your stay. During our stay the fire pit ran out of propane and within 5 min John had already came down to replace it. I cannot say enough good things about the Kessel family or our experience. One thing to note is the description of the home says there are 6 bedrooms but after arriving we realized there are only 5 bedrooms and a pull out couch. This ended up working out because we are a family of 11 and 4 of the 11 are kids. This home is a great place to stay if you have kids. During our stay John and Laura took us out to see their ponies. The kids learned all about the horses and got to pet them. Overall we loved our stay and are so happy we stayed with the Kessel family!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation
We enjoyed every minute of our stay at "The Ranch." It was the perfect spot for our family vacation- close to town, lakes, and activities. John and Laura were wonderful hosts. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. We are hoping to return sometime in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MIchael C., Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for family vacation
Beautiful home and property. Extremely well maintained with lots of amenities. Very friendly and responsive hosts. Plenty of space for a big family vacation to the Traverse City area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W., Ann Arbor, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing vacation in a perfect location!
Our family group of 10, (6 adults and 4 children ages 12,10,8, & 4), stayed at this property from 7/16-723/23. Laura and John were amazing hosts. John met us when we arrived, he gave us a tour and made sure we knew were everything was and how to use it. The house was large enough for our group, it allowed us space when we wanted it and had large gathering areas for group activities as well. The outside space was well maintained with a large grass area where we played croquet and soccer. One of the more memorable times during the week was when Laura & John invited the children to their property to visit the horses. They even gave the kids each a ride around the corral on the horse. The kids are still talking about it. Just a wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home & Amazing Location
Stayed for 4 days and 3 nights with a group of 9 and this was a perfect house for it! The house was incredibly clean, rules and expectations, as well as wifi and contact information was clearly listed and easy to locate, and the hosts were very friendly and accommodating. With 9 people there were 7 beds and still 2 couches people could sleep on ( some just shared a bed though). The hot tub was not working, which was a bummer, (and not the fault of the hosts; they let us know and have been waiting on the part so it could be fixed.) the Sauna was fantastic and a great way to relax in some heat. The outdoor area is beautiful and comfortable for morning coffee or relaxing before bed. Only 15 minutes from downtown Traverse and 30 minutes from the top of the wineries on both Mission and Leelanau Peninsula, this location was perfect to go wherever you needed! I cannot say enough about this space and the hosts, both John and Laura are so kind and easy to get a hold of. Oh, and they have 3 beautiful horses you can see while you're there too! You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Delight
Perfect place to relax, and to lau CC h area excursions…
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The location was perfect! Close to downtown but far enough away for great views! John was so friendly and accommodating. The place was beautiful and the yard was amazing as well! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JT E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
This was an awesome place to stay with friends for a golf trip. Pretty convenient location to get to & from TC & surrounding areas. Loved all the amenities inside & outside of the house. Hosts were very gracious & private. Truly a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House & Property!
The pictures don't do the house justice. It is a beautiful house, with plenty of room for our group of 12. Also loved having firepits (both gas & wood burning), a hot tub, and horses to look at! I highly recommend this home, and would love to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
Amazing property, kind hosts, comfortable stay. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021