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Traverse City LAKE Front Cottage15 Min to Downtown Front St. PET Friendly GRILL

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Nestled on a quiet lake, this cozy cottage offers the perfect retreat from city life. Enjoy kayaking or paddle-boarding around the 5 islands and bays of this 343-acre lake, or simply lounge on the large deck with beautiful views. The fully-stocked kitchen is equipped with spices and coffee, while a fire pit area invites stargazing under the night sky.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

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About this property

Entire place

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

Traverse City LAKE Front Cottage15 Min to Downtown Front St. PET Friendly GRILL

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND ONLY - FULL USE OF OUR 6 KAYAKS AND 2 STAND UP PADDLE BOARD. They are 2 doors down on the same property at our other cottage.

If you are looking for a place close to Traverse City that is on a quiet lake - this is your place! This is a part of a small 1950's fishing resort that also has a few other cottages for rent. Our other cottage on the same property has been on VRBO for several years if you would like to see our reviews

Our kitchen is fully stocked and we leave spices, paper products, coffee, etc. for you to use while there.

This cozy cottage has 2 bedrooms and one bathroom. One bedroom has a twin over full bunk bed. The other bedroom has a full bed. Two dining areas inside (and one outside).

We do NOT have WIFI or cable. This is a perfect way to reconnect and enjoy the great outdoors the way they did in the "old days". We do provide a TV with a DVD player and there are DVD's there for your viewing. There is no A/C but the cottage is shaded and there are several fans throughout the cottage.

There is a large deck that has a seating area for lounging under the pergola and a 6 person dining table with beautiful views of the lake. (The photo of the deck shows a high top table that was replaced with the 6 person table.) There is also a fire pit area with several Adirondack chairs.

As mentioned above - a short walk away we have 6 single kayaks, 2 stand up paddle boards and several water floats for you to use free of charge. We love floating in the lake or kayaking around the islands (5) and bays on this 343 acre lake. There is a small sand bar just around the corner by the public access area and adjacent island where we love to spend time hanging out in the water. Just a short kayak ride away.

IF RENTING IN THE FALL (or early spring) PLEASE NOTE: The cottage does not have central heat or air. If the temperature is cooler it can be mildly cold in the cottage. Nothing dressing warmly or using extra blankets can't cure - but just want you to be aware of this if it is important to you. It is a 3 season cottage and why we stop booking as the temperature in Michigan cools.

There are so many fun things to do in the Traverse City area.

Very near the cottage are several choices:
- Boones Long Lake Inn
- Moomers Ice Cream
- Interlochen

Traverse City is just a short drive away (approximately 15 minutes from Front Street) and offers downtown shopping, several restaurants and waterfront.

There are also many cute towns along the peninsula as well as wineries and casinos. You will not be disappointed in this area!

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard

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

General

  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
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 and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Traverse City, MI

What's nearby

  • Bass Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Front Street - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 18 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traverse City LAKE Front Cottage15 Min to Downtown Front St. PET Friendly GRILL pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traverse City LAKE Front Cottage15 Min to Downtown Front St. PET Friendly GRILL?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traverse City LAKE Front Cottage15 Min to Downtown Front St. PET Friendly GRILL?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traverse City LAKE Front Cottage15 Min to Downtown Front St. PET Friendly GRILL located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Bass Lake and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from The Crown Golf Club. Grand Traverse Mall and Hippie Tree are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Traverse City LAKE Front Cottage15 Min to Downtown Front St. PET Friendly GRILL Reviews

Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell S.

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

A Peaceful Getaway in Traverse City

The cabin was fantastic. It had plenty of updates with rustic charm. We appreciated having no shortage of cookware, as we prefer to cook our own meals. The lake is a nice sandy bottom and had very little boat traffic during our stay. The hosts were extremely accommodating, and made every effort to ensure we enjoyed our stay. I would highly recommend this property to anyone considering a vacation in the Traverse City area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Charming, comfortable and scenic

We could not have been more delighted with our stay. The cottage was lovely and the location beautiful. Everything was spotless and obviously well cared for. We were so impressed with the attention to detail, anything we could possibly need was already in place. The kitchen boasted a full complement of items for everything from cooking to grilling to cocktails. Having a full fridge and a smaller beverage fridge was so convenient. The deck was magnificent with 2 seating areas and lovely patio lights with a nearby firepit. Everything needed was provided and the day started with coffee on the back deck looking out over the lake and listening to sounds of water birds. The location is far away from roads or noise and one could fall asleep peacefully on the amazingly comfortable beds. Everything was beautifully organized and arranged. Despite the fact that it was a holiday weekend, the area was quiet and restful. Our host even took time out to let us know we were welcome to use their kayaks and other recreational items if we were interested. The layout of the interior was wonderful for visiting and interacting with family and there was plenty of room to spread out. This location was close to everything. We spent time at the beach, visited Traverse City and Elk Rapids within minutes and had quick access to groceries and great restaurants. I was so grateful for the thoughtful guest guidebook about the cottage and local area. We honestly didn't want to leave! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023